Instagram Snaps - August 2014

I think I say this every month, but it really does feel like its been the best so far. I'm having so much fun designing and making my plates, all I ever wanted was to create something other people would enjoy.

.....To set up my Etsy shop and to get orders was a dream come true, I could only ever imagine that 'actual' shops would like to stock my wares! But it has happened and I'm still pinching myself. If you're ever down in the lovely seaside town of Brighton you can see my plates on display at the beautiful boutique clothing store Dig for Victory & also available to purchase in Leicester's newest vintage and retro shop Alkaline.

.....The photoshoot took place - I now have the styling bug!!! Looking forward to seeing the photos and to sharing lots more about it over the next few weeks.

....To celebrate my first shoot I'm having a giveaway, head over to my Facebook or Instagram to enter, this set of flying birds could be yours.

.....I've also had so many beautiful photos sent to me of my plates in your homes, this is one of my many favorites, head over to my Instagram to see more.

......oh and I have a new addition to the workroom, a glass cabinet to store all my vintage finds....my little craft space is much more organised now, I can't wait to spend more time in here! I have ideas for new ranges and another card range to finish :) Have a great September!

Instagram Snaps - June 2014

well another month over, the year seems to be flying by, its six months since I started my little venture and it's grown so much in a short space of time......

.....I'm a lover of home DIY, a little bit addicted to decorating my home, but since I've started Heart Vintage it has taken a back seat. The only room I am yet to finish is the guest room. I've done quite a bit of research (also addicted to moodboards for anything!if it needs research it NEEDS a moodboard) so I know exactly what I want the room to look like, the trouble is finding everything I imagine for it. I have however, decided on the colours. A dark indigo feature wall, lots of white and aqua highlights. I picked the ceiling light shade up from a local charity shop, removed the fabric and spray painted it - pretty happy with my little up-cycling project.

.....I try and visit my mum and stepdad as often as I can, we tend to try and fit in as much as we can when we do see it other, this weekend was no different. I lost count of the amount of car boots we went to, the highlight was definitely the Royal Three Counties Show, so much inspiration for my little yarden.

.....lots of hot weather meant I was able to work outside. The plants have finally flowered and this inspired my next range of Heart Vintage plates....botanical vintage drawings, go check them out over in my Etsy shop.

....I've also been busy working a new range for The Exchange Bar, a little bit of vintage and a little bit of music, can't wait to show you the final designs.

.....oh and I've been invited to attend Selina Lake's Handmade & Vintage Summer Fete next month, super excited to be asked! so much planning and designing to do. I can't wait until next month!

Instagram Snaps - May 2014

here's what Heart Vintage have been up to in May.....

.....it was Selina Lakes book signing at Powder Blue, the signing took place outside in the sunshine. It was a lovely day with vintage stalls and Heart Vintage wares.....I launched my up-cycled candles too.

.....wedding season is well and truly here, lots of beautiful wedding plates designed and printed.  

.....I've had a lovely request for a set of three bespoke plates of a little girls bedroom, I incorporated her drawings into the design to make it a beautiful keepsake.

.....my up-cycled hoops have been added to my stockist Powder Blue, I printed iconic 

quotes to make these a lovely additional to any vintage home.

....my vintage illustration designs are my bestsellers so far, another set has been added to my Etsy shop.

.....I made a trip to see my favorite artist's works in Manchester at the Lowry Gallery. The venue was also host to a food fair which attracted local food and drink stall holders. 

This was my favorite stall Ox Eye Daisy - I loved the up-cycled herb planters.

Instagram Snaps - April 2014

Another busy month for Heart Vintage, here's what I've been up to in April.....

.....my first giveaway winner, I designed a bespoke design with an a family photo which was very sentimental to Sarah-Louise - "Just received my competition prize from @heartvintageuk and I Thank-you from the bottom of my heart. I will treasure this always. It was the last pic ever taken of me with my Grandparents when we lived in Hong Kong and was their last holiday. Deeply missed every day. This plate means the world to me xxxxxxx" 

.....very excited to see my bespoke design in the 2nd issue of Prima Makes magazine.

.....a busy easter weekend sourcing new fabrics and vintage china for new products coming soon.

.....whilst we had the sunny weather I spent time decorating and gardening . Lots of up-cycling - I hope to share photos of my home over the next few weeks.

.....a friends wedding stationary came back from the printers - the designs featured a beautiful vintage balloon theme and typography. I've been working on these for a few months now, so lovely to see the finished product.

.....a trip to my favourite London store Liberty. I spent hours here, a very inspiring visit.

Styling

After meeting Selina Lake last month she has asked me to design her a range of bespoke designs for her forthcoming styling photo shoots.

Since sending these to her she has been photographing the bespoke up-cycled plates and posting on her Instagram @selinalake.

I love the way Selina puts everyday objects together....the colours and patterns always work so well. I am excited to see if Heart Vintage plates appear in the magazines Selina styled for....watch this space.