September already!?

Oh Wow!!! It has absolutely flown by since I have last blogged.
So much has happened and it is rare that I am getting a chance to keep updated. So coming up to January in less than 4 months, and so I have been told today it is only 102 days until Christmas. So before it hits that time, I have decided my resolution is to blog at least once a month.

So brief exiting news is some of my work was recently featured on the Etsy Treasury Lists by some wonderful people. :)
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/ODMxOTE2MHwyNzIwNTQ4MDQ1/farm-fresh

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MjE2NTI0OTZ8MjcyMDQwMjg3NQ/pretty-pin-cushionshttp://www.etsy.com/treasury/MjE2NTI0OTZ8MjcyMDQwMjg3NQ/pretty-pin-cushions

I have also recently joined the phenomenal Pinterest. You can follow me at: http://pinterest.com/aliysalee/

The one thing I have always dreamt of doing but never been able to handle is Knitting, as Winter is quick approaching I am determined to solve this mystery....

I also have some more exciting news upcoming, but I will have to keep you waiting on that.... :)

A picture speaks a thousand words, well that's what I have heard so I will attach some images of some patterns and exciting things I have seen in the last few months I have vanished. :)

Jubilee

Another month has just flown by.

I have been living in my own little bubble over the last month or so and in my bubble A LOT has happened. In the last month or so I have finally been able to launch my etsy site which I am running while working on designs too. It's all still new and very exciting as I have a lot of idea's but not enough time. But hopefully with patience I will be bringing more and more EXCITING new pieces. If you want to check out my etsy site here is the link
http://www.etsy.com/people/aliysalee

I have a secret obsession of stalking artists on there as it is unbelievably addictive to see what everyone does.


Wow! The jubilee weekend was just phenomenal, the lead up to it was crazy. So much amazing designs around, bunting and flags, London, soldiers, red, white and blue, tea, scones. The turnout in London was literally shocking to see so many people gather together to celebrate. 60 years of rein in the rain :) But the spirits were high and it was truly a moment to be proud of.

Fabergé Egg Hunt in London

After having a brilliant Easter away I returned to visit London and happened to pass through Covent Gardens and was lucky enough to see the amazing Fabergé eggs throughout London. The story of the egg hunt comes from amazing designers, artists, architects and jewellers, 210 different eggs scattered across central London. The eggs measuring a large 2 and a 1/2 foot are hidden through 12 egg zones, encouraging all of London to participate which is set to break the Guinness Worlds record for the most amount of people participating in an egg hunt.

There were so many eggs i just fell in love with but narrowing down here are a select few of my favourites:

Eggsquisit London by Paul Kenton.

Phoenix Egg by Norma Vondee.

Time to Bloom by Natalie Guy.

Vanitas Vitrified by Emma Clegg.

The Alpha Egg of London by Joanne Holbrook.

For the Widows in Paradise, for the Featherless in Ypsilanti by Emma E. Kemp.

Egg Letter Box by Benjamin Shine.

Union Jack by Mark Shand.

There was so many eggs that were around, I caught sight of hanging on the ceiling and some i wasn't able to locate so i have been stalking some of the artists on-line :)

The Birds Promise by Rob Ryan

Tree of Life by Isharya for Wolf & Badger.

All the Stars, Moon & Sun by Ajay Padda.

If you want to see more of the amazing eggs you can find them on the Big Egg Hunt Website

Easter through Europe

This year I spent my Easter travelling to France, Belgium and Amsterdam. I had a lovely time, there was so much to see and do, the story of Anne Frank, Belgium chocolate for Easter, Paris, the Tulips in Amsterdam, Cheese, clogs, windmills and the buildings were spectacular. The weather was on the edge of chilly but bright and transport everywhere was all bikes, bikes, bikes crazy. It was a different world away from England and it was so nice to see a part of it. The transformation from day to night was eye opening. Here a few photographs of my adventures.

   

March stall

On the 18th of March I had a stall in Newcastle and it went down a treat. I sold lots of goodies and hopefully soon I will be opening my etsy shop with lots to purchase :) For now you can access items from my Facebook page at Aliysa Lee Design

Here are a select few photographs of my stall. I have began producing a themed range around the woodlands project as finished items for decoration and collectables such as the frames, cushions, mobile dangles and more to come soon. Also i have been working on another range as well as my pin cushions, a lavender range of woodlands animals, strawberry and carrot hangings which are perect friendlies for freshening up your wardrobe.

March Stall in Newcastle

I am really excited to reveal that this Sunday I will be showing my crafts and design pieces in Newcastle. Pop down and say hello :)

Matthew Williamson

Ahh a lovely spotting of designer Matthew Williamson's bags in aid of sports relief 2012. The bags are beautifully patterned with a tropical design just what we need to kick start the weather in preparation of summer. It is available in 3 assorted colours from Sainsbury's now at just £5!


You can read more about Mr Williamson at this link
http://www.matthewwilliamson.com/home/news/2012/02/sainsburys-and-matthew-williamson-join-forces-for-sport-relief