Retro Alphabet...

Retro Alphabet Boy Copyright Littletree Designs

Retro Alphabet Girl Copyright Littletree Designs

So if you remember last week I posted about a pattern that had been inspired by something I pinned? (pin to pattern) Well these are the finished, fully coloured designs complete with a rather funky little co-ordinate. I did the boys colourway first, not necessarily planning it to be for boys but it ended up that way, so then I thought I had to do a girl version...now I'm not a 'pink' sort of person so this is more peachy/pink so it isn't too sickly sweet. The only thing I'm worried about is whether the dark purple stands out to much?

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As well as a pattern I thought the original drawing and layout work well for a print...What do you think friends? As always I value your opinions. x

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colour inspiration...minty

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Everywhere I look recently there seems to be something 'minty'...as in the colour not necessarily the flavour! Although I do like mint flavoured things...mint choc chip is my all time fave ice cream choice. So today I have put together a little colour inspitation with a twist and chosen some of my favourite minty pins to make a pretty moodboard. I need that jumper! Hope you like. x

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littletree's little things...4 in 1!

photo taken by me (as you can see!)

In keeping with Jen's 52 Weeks of Happy here are this weeks four little things all in one picture!

*My new phone and FREE tablet! All super shiny and white...so pretty*

*Discovering my local magazine stall selling back issues of The Simple Things for a £1!*

*Baking some Barefoot Contessa cookies...they are to die for...*

*Finally getting to experiment with Instagram!*

 I haven't taken many photos yet but if you want to follow me then hop on over here...enjoy your day! x

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Special Mollie Makes Home Edition!

image HERE

Hello again friends...I'm feeling a little better after taking a proper weekend off, no working at all just relaxing, baking, seeing friends and playing with my new phone and tablet! 

I spotted this in my facebook feed and had to share it with you all. If you love Mollie Makes then you will be super excited to know they are releasing a one off 'Home' edition packed with their favourite homes from the magazine and plenty of tips and DIY's. The magazine is out on the 31st of January but you can pop over here for a sneaky peek of what's inside beforehand and even pre-order your copy, which is what I have done! Have a lovely week everyone. x

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pinterest pick of the week...

pin from my board Words and more...

This is a spot on illustration of how I am feeling right now... a) because it is sooo cold I cannot warm up no matter how many layers I wear, and b) I don't necessarily feel sad but but just 'meh' with life right now. 

I can't seem to get enthusiasm for anything at the moment, blogging, designing, work...even when I do design something in my head I'm saying to myself 'it's ok...it's not great...' and I put myself off working on it! And then I feel guilty for not doing any work...it's a vicious circle. Sorry for the ramble friends but I'm sure we all feel this way from time to time...I hope you have a nice weekend and hopefully I will have some posts for you next week. x

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from pin to pattern...

(Right Image) Design Copyright Littletree Designs

After pinning this image last week I was inspired to create my own pattern along a similar vein, combining my love of anything retro and hand lettering to create this fun alphabet pattern. It's still in the early stages, I want to add colour and some texture to really bring it alive but I'm pleased with it so far! Who says Pinterest is a timewasting tool?! x

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littletree features...deesigns

All Images Copyright Deesigns

Happy Monday everyone, hope you had some fun in the snow over the weekend? Today I have a real visual treat for all you lovers of colour, pattern and of course stationary! The wonderful work of Diane Allan also know as Deesigns...if you are a frequent visitor to Print & Pattern you may have seen her work before when she launched her line of gorgeous gift wrap last year and now she is back with these bright and beautiful notebooks!

All Images Copyright Deesigns

I, as you know, have a small stationary addiction and in particular a notebook addiction! I have far too many for all sorts of things but as far as I'm concerned writing lists and doodling is way more fun if you have something pretty to do it in! If you want to buy any of these beauties you can pop by the Deesigns shop here and pick one up for just a mere £3...a bargain if you ask me! Thanks to Diane for letting me use her images today, I really hope you stop by her site or facebook page to have another look at her great work. Have a great week friends...x

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pinterest pick of the week...

Copyright Maria Jose Bautista

Copyright Maria Jose Bautista

A nice end to the week with some lovely new patterns from my e-course friend Majo! She has just completed this new collection called 'My Best Friends Yard' based on her love of dogs...these two designs were my favourite and can be found on my board Pattern... along with other patterns by e-course grads. If you want to see more of Majo's work then pop by her website or blog. Have a great weekend everyone and don't forget to pop in on Monday as I have a special feature on a fab designer...not telling who yet!x

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colour inspiration...festival '51'

A little retro colour inspiration today...this was actually a colour pallete I put together when I was in the middle of my e-course and I only re-discovered it the other day whilst doing a long over due file back-up! I think the image was originally from a Good Homes magazine and the paint range, inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain, is from Fired Earth by Kevin McCloud the Grand Designs presenter. I love the way the image has been styled in these cute cups and saucers! x

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Etsy...inkkit

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All images from inkkit's Etsy shop

Inkkit have been an Etsy favourite of mine for a while now, with their drool worthy range of tape, stickers, tags, twine and more it's hard to ignore them if you're a stationary addict like myself! So after my visit yesterday I had to put together a little collection of spring coloured goodies inspired by the daffodils that were part of my 'little things' post...I love that pop of fresh yellow and green after the grey days of winter.

I particularly love the paint dipped twig pencils and the pretty rolls of washi tape...I hope I've injected a little pop of colour into your day with this post and don't forget to stop by inkkit for more!x

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