Month: January 2017

Creative Calderdale has blogged about my new book!

Posted on January 30, 2017

Delighted to find that Creative Calderdale has blogged about my new book ‘Passion for Patterns’. So excited! You can read it here: http://creativecalderdale.co.uk/2017/01/16/passion-for-patterns-adult-colouring-book/ I will be running a competition quite soon on here and the winner will win a signed copy of my adult colouring book, so watch this space…

Overview of the Christmas high street 2016

Posted on January 23, 2017

Traditional Christmas colours red, white and green or metallic gold and silver on white were the most re-occurring colour palette found in B&M, Debenhams, House of Fraser and Matalan. Image copyright © Next However metallics mixed with black and white (ASDA and NEXT) or red and white (ALDI, ASDA, M&S & NEXT) or soft pinks (House […]

Passion for Patterns – Available now!

Posted on January 16, 2017

I love patterns, on EVERYTHING and I’m sure I’m not the only one. So I decided to publish an Adult colouring book based on patterns. Paying homage to some of the most well-known and recognisable patterns in history, enter the wonderful world of pattern design. Not only have I created 30 patterns for you to […]

WGSN Lifestyle and Interior macro trends for SS17

Posted on January 9, 2017

Encounter Culture The world is increasingly globalized, not westernized, with influences coming from every continent. This trend takes inspiration from travel, culture and desired destinations. Think tropical paradise with a hint of mystery, discovery, long lost historic treasures in the form of natural knotted materials, time worn shapes and vibrant shades. Tropical prints are key. […]