Bark in the Park

Being a big softie for animals big and small, I always support the animal charities and the work they do to look after the abandoned furries. I have even been commissioned to paint portraits of pets as a keepsake. I was given an opportunity to take part in a charity event held by the RSPCA in Derby called Bark in the Park at Marketon park.  It was a great event and I got to see all the lovely dogs attending with their owners. Having got together my display for the day, I thought I would take the opportunity to showcase other wares that included illustrated ceramic pet bowls. 

It was lovely meeting everyone that stopped by my stall and hope you enjoyed the day. If you stopped by the stall and was interested in having a pet portrait or even an illustrated or personalised pet bowl drop me a message for all commissions.

Things to come

Hello...

I just want to say thank you to all my followers, supporters and customers. It has been a year of tears, hopes, dreams and wishes but I have picked myself up and dusted off the bad times. Running your own business is never an easy one and you have to put in a lot of time, effort, sweat and tears to get somewhere in life. I have not long settled in Derby and finding where best to sell my wares has just begun. Having recently exhibited with Sheena Hollands Markets, I have found a gem in which I hope I can grow from. I will hopefully be doing more fairs in the future.

In the meantime now Christmas is fast approaching, I will be hanging up my craft stalls until the spring. I will be looking at putting together some new ideas and ranges for the new year. My handmade items will be available to purchase from my Etsy shop....

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Bearinminddesign?ref=hdr_shop_menu

My website is being currently being updated so bear with me as I will be having my new work uploaded and new features. You can still access my website if you wanted to take a peek :) 

www.bearinminddesign.co.uk

Having had such good feedback from the last few events, it is always lovely to see people smile and admire my work as they stop by my stall. All the hard work that goes into handmade arts and crafts is sometimes unforgotten and unnoticed. It is always lovely to see so many faces who take the time to talk and buy items no matter how small. 

In the meantime, there is still time to purchase gifts for christmas including handmade items and cards. I look forward to any comments below and your support in the new year. 

Merry Christmas from Bear in Mind Design 

I want to Ride my Bicycle

The sun is out and so am I on my bike. Riding everyday to work and I even have time to draw bikes as well as make great coffee. Here are a few snaps...more to follow :)

Cathedral Quarter Arts Event

A lovely day showcasing my work at the Cathedral Quarter Arts event in Derby. I had very positive feedback and lots of people stopping by my stall. I was selling my new mothers day cards, screen printed baby grows, LP clocks/framed art, tote bags and prints. I also managed to do a little networking on the day and was nice to see people smiling and admiring my work. Here are some of the pictures below from the day:

Shopping bag

Having taken a stroll into Derby town, I managed to come back with some random mix of buys. I also came across some inspiring finds. I found a shop called Design 44 based on Sadlers Gate which has been set up to showcase local artists and design makers work displayed in a vintage and eclectic surrounding. Check it out! Anyhow here are my random buys of the day :)

Website coming soon

Having spent time putting together my website and adjusting and adding work, I have finally had the finishing touches done to my website all thanks to Banana Split Media. 

I will keep you posted to when I will launch my website but for now keep following my blog :) 

You can contact me for design commissions, design work or if you want to let me know what you think of my work at:

bearinminddesign@gmail.com