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• Inspiration and Instagram II
  on Jul 11, 2015 in colour inspiration instagram nature pattern redroadstudio
  Colour and Objects to Inspire Using InstagramIt doesn't really matter if the photograph you take on the spur of the moment is not in focus as they can still used used for reference and inspiration.  I'm thinking of just using washes of violet an...
• Greek Summer Stripe Pattern Throw Pillow
  on Jul 10, 2015 in home accessories pattern redroadstudio summer textiles watercolour zazzle
  Greek Summer Pattern Throw Pillow zazzleI think I might be watching too much 'Mama Mia' - some colours and pattern just remind me of that wonderful country!   Summer is here and I've used my Greek summer strip throw pillow (available on zazzle)...
• Top Pinterest Pins On redroadstudio
  on Jul 8, 2015 in art collage pattern pinterest redroadstudio
  TOP PINTEREST PINS ON REDROADSTUDIOLovely mix of popular pins on my Pinterest recently.  You just never know what will be pinned or liked when you choose so I enjoy every now and then seeing what has gone viral.  The Harvest Wallpaper was t...
• Inspiration & Instagram
  on Jul 4, 2015 in inspiration instagram nature photography redroadstudio
  Colour Nature Texture Inspiration InstagramI've not been on Instagram too long but what a great way of quickly capturing elements and visual references that could be used to create work or just inspire you.  Still getting used to my new camera m...
• NEW Pretty Paisley Watercolour Pattern
  on Jul 3, 2015 in iPhone 6 iphone 6 case paisley pattern redroadstudio watercolour work for sale zazzle
  Pretty Paisley Pattern Featuring New iPhone6 Cover on zazzleFeel the need for something pretty and summery?  Some new summer patterns/illustrations now available on zazzle - I thought it might be helpful to show the pattern with the product.....
• Floral Lace Mood Board
  on Jul 2, 2015 in commissions fashion moodboard. mood board peopleperhour redroadstudio work for sale
  Floral Lace Lingerie MoodboardOne of the first things I complete when I start working on a fashion or textile project.  Mood boards or trend boards can be really helpful to set the scene, focus your mind and give the client a visual idea of wher...
• Watercolour Faux Fur Patterns
  on Jun 30, 2015 in pattern redroadstudio textiles work for sale zazzle
  No animal was harmed in the making of the faux fur patterns.Had fun with watercolour and an animal theme with this set.  Always popular and great to know that no animal was harmed in the creation of these!  Time to sort out my silk patterns...
• Scale & Paisley Heart Pattern
  on Jun 29, 2015 in accessories home accessories paisley pattern redroadstudio textiles work for sale zazzle
  Something I always struggle with once I've drawn up my idea, scanned it and started to repeat it, is what scale should it be?  For me, I usually end up printing it out just to confirm that I've got it at the scale I want - it's so easy to get it...
• New Blog Layout
  on Jun 26, 2015 in BLOG Etsy GATTOWEB
  Apologies to Cat for the mad image but it's so dull and dreary in Scotland I just wanted to do something fun and bright to thank Cat at gattoweb for all her help and support with my new blog layout.
• REDROADSTUDIO SUMMER TOTE BAGS AT SOCIETY6
  on Jun 26, 2015 in commissions illustration pattern peopleperhour redroadstudio society 6 society6 tote bags work for sale
  CUSTOM TOTE BAGS FOR SUMMERWe can never have enough tote bags especially as we have to pay for any plastic bags in the shops now and a lot of us are thinking more 'green'.  My tote bags are ideal for summer and can brighten up any day with a uni...
• redroadstudio Featured by Pinterest UK
  on Jun 25, 2015 in news pinterest redroadstudio uk
  redroadstudio on PinterestI was delighted to hear the news from Lizzie Sibley, Community Manager for Pinterest in the UK to tell me I'd been chosen as a featured Pinner.  Just wanted to thank her and Pinterest for their unexpected support.  ...
• TWELVE OF DIAMONDS REDROADSTUDIO ABSTRACT ART PRINT
  on Jun 22, 2015 in art diamond geometric pattern redroadstudio society 6 society6 work for sale
  TWELVE OF DIAMONDS ART PRINTI think I must be going through a 'needing a lot of colour round me' phase with my latest art print on society6.  Hankering after a Bohemian lifestyle perhaps LOL!  It's believed that diamonds absorb thoughts and...
• NEW REDROADSTUDIO HOME DECOR SPUTNIK INSPIRED AT SOCOETY6
  on Jun 20, 2015 in duvet covers home accessories pattern redroadstudio society 6 society6 textiles work for sale
  RETRO MODERN SPUTNIK DUVETMy retro futuristic patterns inspired by Russia's first satellite sent to outer space called Sputnik and one is now available as accessories to funky home decor in society6...
• New Work on Zippi
  on Jun 19, 2015 in Macbook pattern redroadstudio Scottie Dog uk work for sale Zippi
  Zippi : Scottie Dog Plaid PatternI was delighted to see that the UK print on demand website ZIPPI had chosen on of my designs on their website main pages!  Always a lovely surprise - I wonder why they don't tell you?  But really pleased non...
• Guinness Storehouse Mood Board
  on Jun 13, 2015 in Dublin moodboard. mood board redroadstudio travels
  Last mood board from our Guinness Storehouse tour in Dublin.  Busy exhibition with lots to see on each floor and, of course, a welcome pint on the top floor of the building.
• Guinness Storehouse Tour, Dublin, Mood Board
  on Jun 11, 2015 in Dublin moodboard. mood board redroadstudio travels
  Guinness Tour Mood Board by redroadstudioI'm not a Guinness drinker but if there is one place you should have one it's got to be the Guinness Storehouse Tour at the Gravity Bar on a clear day so you get the full 360 view of Dublin.
• New Work Children's Wear For Summer 2016
  on Jun 10, 2015 in childrenswear commissions fashion pattern peopleperhour redroadstudio textiles work for sale
  Some new ideas for a client on PPH based in Australia.  What fun it was to get back to children's wear especially for summer.  This was an idea I had for a safari tiger range for children up to 24 months.
• Dublin Trip
  on Jun 9, 2015 in Dublin redroadstudio travels
  Glad we managed some good weather while we were over in Dublin and managed to go to some different venues too.   So easy just to go back to old regulars.
• Dublin Trip
  on Jun 7, 2015 in Dublin inspiration redroadstudio stain glass travels
  The great thing about working for yourself is that you get the opportunity to take a break at different times, often unplanned.  Dublin is a great place to get round and we took a trip to Dublinia.  The exhibition itself is tired and needs...
• Fashion Illustration redroadstudio
  on Jun 6, 2015 in fashion fashion illustration illustration peopleperhour redroadstudio work for sale
  Fashion Illustration Had a little space between commissions and I fancied working with coloured pencils on an A3 fashion drawing as a wee surprise for someone.  It was well received and, of course, a complete surprise for them.  I love...