Spring in my Step

Spring is here and the sun is starting to make an appearance, flowers are blooming and babies are booming. So to celebrate March, we welcome a new arrival to the family and I am all excited to be an auntie :) So I am back in the studio and creating new designs and preparing ideas for photoshoots as well as looking at new stockists and events. Looking forward to updating you on my adventures into the year for 2016. 

Autumn Fall

Autumn is among us and how I love this season with a path of golden leaves and misty fog mornings. Taking inspiration from autumn and nature, I have created some designs and pieces over the last month ready for stockists and events. 

With it getting colder I decided to invest in creating more baby grows to keep baby warm this time of year with the introduction of my long sleeved/legged baby body suits. Using a palette of oranges and browns inspired with a hint of Halloween infused spirit too. 

Take a look at my newly decorated Halloween themed cacti (not just for Halloween) ready for any fireplace, shelf or window display. These limited edition went down a treat :) 

I am hoping to keep you posted a little more over the coming weeks with the lead up to the winter. Keeping you posted with my adventures. 

Cacti Buddies

These little fellows have a little story of their own. After rescuing from being lost forever in a skip. I brought them back to life and created my little mexio cactus using eco friendly earthenware clay and fired into biscuit before hand painting them and being glazed. They come as a pair and ideally stick together which you can share with your best friend. Each one is hand painted with its own characteristic face. If you would like my pair of cacti and add to your collection of wierd and wonderful  things then you can purchase from my etsy shop or email me.

Wedding Keepsake

Its the season for weddings and we all know someone that is getting married this summer. I have hand decorated these heart trinket boxes with 'Mrs & Mr'. An ironic twist on the saying mr and mrs meaning the woman wears the trousers. I can also offer personalied messages and intials of the happy couple and even the date. A lovely keep sake for the day that the couple to keep their rings in or sentimental items from the day. Also personalised idea for the bridesmaids with their individual names on to thank them for being part of the special day. They are available to purchase and order from my etsy shop.

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

All designs copyright bear in mind design 2015

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.

Man Mug Collection

Whilst in the process of moving and working full time, I have tried to fit in as much art as I could over the last two months. Having a few events coming up and thinking about fathers day, I thought it be nice to cater for the men and give them something to have and to hold. The ideas started following and I got creating...

Busy in the studio, I have been hand painting a new range of tankard mugs for the male species with illustrated designs great for father's day or any other occasion. I also cater for personalised designs, so if you have anything in mind and would like to contact me to create something unique and personal just email me on the below address:

bearinminddesign@gmail.com

Each mug holds half a pint of tea, coffee and even beer. Not all at once of course :) If you would like to order in time for father's day or have a birthday coming up for the hubby, boyfriend, brother, uncle or granddad then get in touch. All orders are gift wrapped :)

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Sheffield Artisan Market

A busy week preparing for the Sheffield Artisan Market showcasing my wares. This was my first visit to the city and apart from the whirlwind fun of the windy, it was a lovely day  I had a lovely response from the day and some new fans of my work. I thought I would share some of the photos from the day and see if you can spot some new pieces available. 

If you would like to order any of my wares from the day or even interested in following me then check out my etsy page or email me for more. https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Bearinminddesign?ref=hdr_shop_menu

Sweet As Sugar

To follow my new product range for the home, I have included the addition of a sugar pot to go with my teapot. Hand painted wit my illustration and typography on to the sugar pot with the words, Oh Sugar!

These cute and quaint pots are great for those who have a sweet tooth :) Available in black but can come in a range of colours upon request which include, yellow, pink, red, blue, green, orange and brown. 

Here are a few pictures all copyright of Bear in Mind Design 2014

Tea for Two

I have been working hard of late to put together some designs on to ceramics and create a range of products for the home. The tea design started as a illustration for a tote shopping bag and print for the kitchen. I have since expanded the design to a teapot with the help of my familys locally run pottery company. 

I would love to know what people think of my new range and all comments are welcome. This item is available to purchase through my etsy page:

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

All ware is hand painted and illustrations are all copyright of Bear in Mind Design 2014

Illustrations on Ceramics

Having been inspired from a trip down to Brighton, I took photos and I have been sketching in my sketch book. Since then I have been working on putting these images together to create some interesting designs inspired by Brighton and an old retro tattoo style. 

This week, I have been experimenting with ceramics, drawing my illustrations on to earthenware and hand decorating. The items are now in the kiln being fired. Here are the pictures so far of the progress :)

If anyone is interested in these limited edition pieces then please get in touch.

All images copyright of Bear in Mind Design