Sneak peek...

A sneak peek at my regular Monday guest blog for Rachael Taylor Designs. The post features interior design company Graham and Green.

Enjoy! Kelly :)

P.S. I am now Rachael's Creative Design Assistant. If you would like to appear on the blog, email me at kelly@rachaeltaylordesigns.co.uk

The E-course...

Yay Saturday!

Today I am pondering on how amazing technology has become, and especially how useful, challenging and creative it can be! Therefore I am sharing information today on the various e-courses that are exactly this! From online classrooms to online seminars and lectures it amazing how one can learn right in the comfort of your own home!

Now don't get me wrong, I love sitting in a lecture at University frantically taking notes, but if it's creativity you want the latest e-courses can provide!

I recently registered for Michelle Fifi's live training event (below) also know as @PATTERNOBSERVER on twitter. I will also be taking part in Rachael Taylor's and Beth Nicholl's 'The Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design' in a few months (also below). Cannot wait!!!

So check out just a few of the available e-courses and enjoy! Kelly :)

The Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design E-course: "Split into three modules it will take you step-by-step from sketch to pattern to product, sharing technical how-to-guides and industry secrets along the way. " Rachael Taylor and Beth Nicholls. Click here for more information!

Do What You Love E-course: "This online adventure will take you step-by-step on a path to discovering your true passion, and finding a way to make it a greater part of your everyday life." Beth Nicholls. Click here for more info.

Hello Soul. Hello Business. E-course: “We want to inspire a new generation of business owners who build businesses with soul, infuse them with beauty, and have a positive impact in the world.  We want those business owners to flourish, embrace abundance, and make more money than they thought possible doing what they love. And we want you to be part of that.” Beth Nicholls and Kelly Rae Roberts. Click here for more info.

Webinar - Live Training Event - 5 Steps to Creating An Irresistible Surface Design Collection. Michelle Fifis. Click here for details.

The Sellable Sketch E-course: Michelle Fifis. Click here for more information.

Autumn/Winter trends 2013

Hey folks.
As part of my work placement with the lovely Rachael Taylor I have been researching trends for Autumn/Winter 2013. The search has thrown up some consistent trends such as geometrics, alongside more quirky trends such as 'Curiosity' as featured by trend bible.

http://www.aliceatwonderland.blogspot.com/

http://beauty.bgfashion.net/article/6037/34/Top-print-ideas-for-Autumn-Winter-2012-2013-from-Printsource

http://www.trendbible.co.uk/blog/home-trends/home-trends-autumn-winter-201213/#comment-1765

I particularly enjoy the trends featured by trendbible for adults and children, the quirky and fun 'hunter/gatherer' vibe is kooky and plays on something new for print and pattern. I specifically love the earthy colours and tones chosen to accentuate the animal motifs and blocky geometric patterns.

Enjoy.

Kelly :)