Workshop!

Hi everyone, hope you're all enjoying the autumn weather - I love it! I can't resist all the browns & golds & that lovely autumn smell in the air. It makes me think of harvest festivals & misty morning - here is a picture inspired by just that!

Just to let you know... I will be doing a workshop on 5th Oct at Writtle Village Hall... We'll be making zip-up purses & pouches with quirky little details on them. You do need to book for this one though as numbers are limited - please drop me a line at robblackman@mac.com if you would like to come!

Print & Pattern blog!

My work is appearing today on the design blog 'Print & Pattern.' It is a highly subscribed blog which celebrates the world of surface pattern & as a regular follower, I am somewhat thrilled to have my work on! Take a look at www.printpattern.blogspot.com

Could I just say........

I am at this minute watching Jamie Cullum at the proms - for the third time - I recommend it to anyone, it's very inspirational and beautiful!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iShLqxUAZmI

Feeling a bit Christmassy?!

Here's one of my new Christmas designs I've been working on, I've a few more coming up - glad the evenings are feeling a bit autumny to put me in the mood.

I will have a stand at the Leigh-on-sea Vintage & Handmade Fair on the 18th of September, starts at 10.00. - The last one was a truly lovely event, wonderfully organised by Anna Cooper. Try & get along if you can!

The following week, I have a stand at 'Village Green' at Chalkwell Park, Southend which I'm also looking forward to.

'english breakfast'

'homemade cake'

'blue flowers'

'luscious cherries'

Sorry it's been a while... but here's some more pictures - some new ones I've been working on, one or two oldies.

The picture of the dog is 'Diesel' & belongs to my friend Georgina - he is huge & gives the sloppiest kisses you can imagine! - This is one of my most popular christmas card designs.

Not forgetting the loveliest cat Nellie - she is my daughter Alie's cat & has been a huge blessing to our family!