Going Solo.

Going Solo. from Studio Botes on Vimeo.

Breaking the silence on this blog to share the above video with you.

The quiet revolution.

'Bejewelled' by illustrator Claire Scully. Beautifully intricate. Also see her blog.

Bright delight.

From Kate Spade. Illustrations by Jenny Bowers.

Like? I do.

Home is where the heart is.

It's nice to be back.

Credits: Bird and Banner, Necklace, Welcome mat, Illustration, Scissorspaperglue.

Marie Delafon.

Marie Delafon illustrates childrens books amongst other things. We came across some of her personal work recently and couldn't leave without buying a print. Her work explores tracking dreams, fears, wishes and "little experiences". I like the naiveté. This is her blog. 

All photographs Marie Delafon.

Fine foliage.

Little Autumn Treasures.

Leaves in full colour - SkinnyLaminx.

Owen Gildersleeve wallpaper for iphone.

Fabric branches by Jane Joss on Etsy.

'Leafy' by Vanille.

Fabric print - The Artful Parent.

I seem to have stumbled upon so many beautiful images of leaves recently. From the gentle colours in the fabric printing of The Artful Parent to the Plascon cut-outs by SkinnyLaminx. We are way past Autumn in South Africa (we've actually been experiencing some glorious sunny winter days at the moment in Cape Town) but falling, fabric & paper leaves are front of my mind. Thanks to all those above for the 'bit 'o pretty' they've put into the world.

Karen Cheung

Karen Cheung used to be a zoologist but 'found it more stimulating to draw doodles during lectures' - she also admits to being obsessed with freaks, weirdos, outsiders and mythological beings. What a character she sounds - quite as quirky and delightful as the characters she draws. See her blog here and find her on etsy too. 

Stuff no one told me.

Stuff no one told me (but I learned anyway).

Thirsty girl.

Found on ffffound. Love this layout.

Mischief.

Hope you're having a good Monday. Lighten up with more of Katrin Hagen of Mischief Champion. I'm afraid I forgot to take my vitamins this morning.

Top Drawer.

The above already combine two of my favourite things - books and perfume - but the pièce de résistance is the awesome cover design & illustration. Credit to Klaus Haapaniemi. Spotted at CR where you can view some of his prelim work. 

Marian, you beauty!

I've pre ordered this book by Marian Bantjes. Due for release in September it looks a fantastic visual feast. 

In-jokes

The designers tongue had me laughing out loud. From the 'approval of Steve Jobs' to the 'comic sans rejection buds'. Great fun from Core 77. Click to enlarge.

The Vinyl lab.

Quirky, fun stickers by 'The Vinyl Lab'. 

Did you know?

Learn something every day.