Jo Rose's Scrapbook

Based in the New Forest, illustrator Jo Rose lets us glimpse into her magical creative world. See Jo's Scrapbook.

Jo Rose at The Henries

Deer Little Forest

We are delighted with Jo Rose's nomination for The Henries 2013!
Jo's card range 'Deer Little Forest' was up for the award of 'Most Promising Artist/Designer 2013', a category with some 14,000 entries. This range which is one of Jo's latest creations about a 'cast of colourful creatures who form a magical and musical travelling parade', made it to the final five. She says "The awards evening (was back in October), I didn't win but am still totally chuffed to have been nominated".
We are sure her hand crafted work, full of character and theatre will be up for more awards in the future.

Christmas Cards for Parkinson's

In aid of Parkinson's UK, Andy Hammond is selling some of his Christmas cards to raise money for the charity. With 5 cards in a pack (one of each of the above designs), the £10 cost will go towards working to find a cure and improve the lives of everyone affected by Parkinson's. Contact Andy to order your pack(s).

Kickback Man

Joe McDermott's card for Papyrus is now on the shelves. The artwork targeted for the birthday of 'the man in your life' was to feature a slightly past-his-prime 'superhero'. Joe says "They wanted the hero to be relaxing on his couch, watching TV, and be surrounded by junk food. He's a couch potato who isn't so concerned about fighting crime anymore."

Jessica Townsend's Scrapbook

When not drawing or teaching, illustrator Jessica Townsend enjoys picking up either her camera or surfboard. Jessica's Scrapbook.

SPLC

Ruth Rowland creates a typographic card for the Southern Poverty Law Center.

SPLC is a nonprofit civil rights organization dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry, and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of society. Ruth was asked to illustrate a card to be sent out to donors as a sign of SPLC's appreciation using a quote that fits with their message of justice and tolerance. Ruth has produced a purely typographic solution with this Anatole France quote, 'aiming to give the words the right tone and emphasis'. She says "I've worked for the design team at SPLC on several occasions so it was a pleasure to be asked to work on this holiday card. They have, by all accounts, a very impressive donor list which (despite my efforts!) they're not allowed to disclose!"

Kat Cameron's Scrapbook

Australian based illustrator Kat Cameron on her love of the '60's lifestyle & fashions, bold colour & pattern. Kat Cameron's Scrapbook.

Valentine's Papers

Hannah Davies's bonus papers for Cardmaking and Papercraft Magazine are a treat for any craft maker. Originally designed for Valentine's, the papers offer detailed and unusual heart designs in dusky pink and rose colours. Hannah says "The Magazine offers plenty of ideas on how to create your own gorgeous valentine cards with the papers, with a unique hand made look".

Madamesange in Heart Home

Madamesange aka Helen Lang has been interviewed by British interior design magazine Heart Home. 'The quarterly publication celebrates all that is unique and good about interior decor and lifestyle. Championing independent British Designers and inspiring readers to create their own great British Homes.' To learn more on what is a good and bad day for Madamesange and her inspirations and advice, take a look.

Woodmansterne Festive Cards

Hannah Davies has a festive range of cards, gift wrap and a calendar out for Christmas 2011. Published by Woodmansterne, and available from gift shops all over the UK, 40p for every card goes to charity. Hannah’s decorative, detailed designs will look lovely on a mantelpiece this Christmas!

Keep Calm Gallery

The Keep Calm Gallery have started to list Madamesange's  limited edition screen prints.  Other news, she is also participating in a series of markets and exhibitions over March and April culminating in the Curate 40 show in conjunction with Pedlars shop in Notting Hill. Exciting stuff!

 

Te Neus Love Birds

Madamesange has some fitting news for February. Her art has been published with Te Neues; "Love Birds" come in the form of a brand new set of 20 notecards (5 designs, 4 of each),  packaged in a gorgeous, sturdy, and reusable box, be indulgent and have a look here.

There's more, Madamesange is also selling limited edition prints for Valentine’s Day from her site, take a look.

Prints Near and Far

A one off chance to get your hands on some first class limited edition prints from the brilliant and super busy Madamesange.

This lovely print is one of 2 limited editions originally created for Elphicks on Columbia Road, she is also selling prints via La Gallerie in Wandsworth and Here Gallery in Falmouth.

Madamesange's Scrapbook

Madamesange, one of our newest talents, tells of her penchant for rummaging in secondhand bookshops, charity shops and carboots.

Madamesange's Scrapbook