We're actually into week three of lock down as I write this. I'm trying not to listen to the news too much during the day as it's all too worrying. It feels like we're getting close to the peak of this pandemic and I just want it all to be over. I even had a… Continue reading Covid-19 Lock Down – Week Two – Gratitude
Covid-19 Lock Down – Week One – Anxiety
It's April fools day, 2020. A bit different from other years. I don't think many people will be playing pranks. We're doing okay though. My family have adapted really well, it just feels like a long stay-cation at the moment! I've been keeping to a routine each morning at least. Exercise first thing (was Joe… Continue reading Covid-19 Lock Down – Week One – Anxiety
COVID-19 Day One of Lock Down
We knew it was coming but it still feels very strange being on lock-down in your own home. I have been out to walk Arthur the miniature schnauzer today but that's it. (The photo was taken yesterday, while I was cutting pvc for a lampshade, he likes to be wherever I am😍) Thank goodness we… Continue reading COVID-19 Day One of Lock Down
Tricia Guild at the London Fashion & Textile Museum
A couple of weeks ago I visited the lovely Fashion and Textile Museum in South East London with a friend. What a treat for the senses! It was well worth a trip even though my mind was begging me to stay home and snuggle up on the sofa in the warm. Bermondsey is a hip… Continue reading Tricia Guild at the London Fashion & Textile Museum
Spring Fair 2020 at the NEC
At the beginning of February I had the opportunity to visit the Spring Fair at the NEC with an Interior Designer based in Henley-on-Thames, Niki Schäfer. It was a great chance to see some of the latest trends in interior design and to get an insight into Niki's fabulous work. I have always had a… Continue reading Spring Fair 2020 at the NEC
Mary Quant at the V&A
gilhoolie is definitely getting out lots this month which is great for the soul! I think now my kids are older and more independent I'm realising I have a lot more freedom to go into London for inspiration; it's only 30 minutes away after all and there's so much to see and do on my… Continue reading Mary Quant at the V&A
Top Drawer 2020 – Jewellery & Ceramics
This is the last of my Top Drawer roundups, phew! Just a few more of the lovely items that stood out for me at Top Drawer London a couple of weeks ago. Top Drawer is really an event for wholesalers but it's also great to go and have a look around for inspiration, I'd definitely… Continue reading Top Drawer 2020 – Jewellery & Ceramics
Top Drawer 2020 – Art
As promised last week, below are some of the artists that stood out for me at Top Drawer 2020. I obviously love drawing flowers and buildings myself so I was very drawn to these particular prints. You can take a look at the artists yourself, by following the links below. Enjoy! From left to right:… Continue reading Top Drawer 2020 – Art
Top Drawer 2020 – Homewares
Top Drawer 2020 at Olympia London this week was a feast for the senses; with over 1500 global brands and new designers. From homewares to gifts to fashion, craft and food, there was something for everyone. I came away with a notebook full of scribbles and a pile of postcards and business cards from my… Continue reading Top Drawer 2020 – Homewares
gilhoolie loves… botanical prints
I'm really loving all the botanical print wallpapers and fabrics available at the moment and I'm thinking about using some to freshen up our living room curtains. Coincidentally, I have also been working on some floral illustrations to liven up my website so look out for those soon. Here are my favourites. You can see… Continue reading gilhoolie loves… botanical prints
