Time flies

Where have I been?

A lot of things have been happening around me lately which explains why I havn't posted in about 2 months! Naughty me.

I intend on getting back on my feet and illustrating more things to post up in my etsy store and on here. One of the things that has been on my mind has been to launch a FREE online magazine. It'll be something really cute - a little about art, crafts, books, creativity, illustrations, photography, fashion, artists opinions and experiences, DIY projects, comps and more! It's for both men and women, young and old - anyone who has a creative bone in their body! It's only in the rough stages at the moment, but if you're an enthusiastic artist (of any kind) and would like to contribute your works, please feel free to email me: candidmel@ymail.com

I will (hopefully) post more about it when I get things running!

Stay tuned.
Love you all.
Mel xx

New art

Hey bloggers! As promised, here are a few pieces of finished artwork for my new stationery set. The stationery set includes notepaper, matching envelopes and stickers. It will soon be available to buy at my store.

I finally got my printer to work properly so I've printed the set myself and hand-made the envelopes for a more personal touch! It was so much fun making, designing and seeing the final thing printed!

Oh and I almost forgot! Do you guys remember ages ago, I designed a page for the 2010 diary project? To refresh your memories, go back here. Well, the lovely Lucy has printed and sent me the final product! It's absolutely stunning and I love all the other artists' work. Each page is unique and different, there's nothing like it. And now I get to flick through and will eventually visit every single artist's website. So much fun! To have a look at the artist's inside the diary or to purchase one go here.

Sweets and candy,
Mel x

A Talented Artist: rkdsign88

A couple of weeks ago I stumbled on this fantastic etsy shop by Rita. I bought a gorgeous and adorable print of a girl holding a tray of a teapot/teacup set. But there are much more talented artworks that is available to buy from her shop (and so cheap too). Here are only just a selected few of my faves.

She is incredibly kind, generous and easy to talk to. I remember when I received my order in the post I was flushed with such excitement it made up week! The print was more than I could ever imagine and also included extra treats! I framed it straight away, hung it on my wall and it looks so cute!

Everything in her store is a pleasure to look at, and it doesn't hurt if you're also obsessed with cupcakes and tea like I am.

Check it out now! and also have a peek at her fantastic blog!