STUDIO LEGOHEAD

Follow me here!

2010-12-08T13:24:00.002-06:00

Hello,
Just a note to say that you can now follow me here.
www.studiolegohead.blogspot.com/
Been trying to send individual messages out but unfortunately Blogger is having none of it!
Hope it's not too much hassle to do so.
Cheers, hope everyone's having a great day.
x

I'm moving!!

2010-11-23T13:47:00.002-06:00

So , I have a new blog address!
My old Blogger account was just getting a bit dated.
I couldn't do certain things on it, so I decided to move.
Everything is the same, just a different address.
So if you visit regularly or follow, you can now find me here.
www.studiolegohead.blogspot.com.

See ya. x x

Drawing and listening = Nice times

2010-11-23T08:15:00.005-06:00

So today I thought I'd better get my act together for BAS Art Supermarket.
Very excited about taking part and being asked!
So drawing and making is on the cards, literally!!
So here is what I've done today.

Oh, and whilst I've been doing so, I've been listening to Jessica Hynes and Julia Davis being utter geniuses!
You should to, here.

Today's offerings!

2010-11-20T13:04:00.008-06:00

Not been that productive today.
Met up with an old friend, had coffee in a crazy garden centre, chatted lots and had a lovely time!
Thanks for making the trip Lara and for liking the same tat as me!!

I've managed to do a few drawings.
Here are they.
Like the first, think the second one is pretty bad, still, some days you just ain't got it!!

Xmas is coming!

2010-11-19T12:20:00.006-06:00

So today I started to draw some Christmas inspired mutts.
These are the 2 that have come to life so far.
Bad jumpers and knitted wears are going to be the focal point.
It is also necessary to look grumpy always!!

Wrap up warm folks it's getting cold out there.

Bean Town Mention!

2010-11-14T14:24:00.004-06:00

Well, I have had another lovely mention on a blog!
This time it's the wonderful Bean Town.

Bean Town is a company specialising in glorious knit wear for fabulous canines.
It is made up of Anne and Micheal, a married couple from Nebraska, along with Bean and Lily, their beautiful Boston Terrier's.
I stumbled upon them at the beginning of this year, they may have even been the people to have got me hooked on images of dogs in clothes.
The wonderful model that is Bean, is truly gorgeous and a real selling point for their products!

They have given me such a wonderful mention on their blog and have also offered me some products as I wanted them to have the embroidery that I did of Bean. This seem's like a great deal!!

You can see more photo's an item's on their Flickr site too.

Quite frankly, who could resist these gorgeous faces?!

Suitably named - Art Hound

2010-11-13T04:24:00.005-06:00

So the other day I stumbled across a site called Art Hound.
This is run by Kate Singleton, an art consultant and blogger.
What I like about this blog is that it has a real personal touch.
Kate obviously loves what she does and knows what she likes.
I e-mailed Kate just to say hi and show some appreciation for what she does and she kindly featured me on her blog!!

Thanks Kate. When I'm back in New York I will be sure to search you out for a cup of Earl Grey!!

Read more about what Art Hound does here.
The picture below is of Kate, and her partner in their rather fabulous apartment in Brooklyn!!

More coloured squares!

2010-11-09T13:21:00.005-06:00

Today amongst other things I have been making more brooches.
I like the process of creating them.
There's something therapeutic and satisfying about just having a small square to work with, like a tiny canvas or piece of paper!!
I'll be adding them to my Etsy shop soon as well as them being part of the Bath Artist Studios 'Art Supermarket'.

At last I have an Etsy shop!!!

2010-11-08T13:26:00.005-06:00

So over the weekend I got my act together and eventually got an Etsy shop up and running.
You will find cards and custom embroidered dog portraits there at the minute.
I intend to include my brooches and illustrations as well as other items.
Glad I have got round to it, feels good to have something on line and really it was pretty simple to do. What the heck took me so long?!!

Anyway you can find it here at
www.etsy.com/shop/StudioLegohead.

A making day!

2010-11-08T13:08:00.005-06:00

Today I have set to it and started making brooches.
I will be taking part in Bath Artist Studios, Christmas Art Supermarket at the beginning of December, so I need to get making.
Things I will be selling are; cards, illustrations and my brooches.
This mornings efforts are below. I plan to continue this evening.

Today I listened to this, until that it, it made Ben feel like he was going insane and I was made to turn it off!!

Dwight ditches Dali!

2010-11-02T14:36:00.006-05:00

Started another embroidery yesterday.
It was from my drawing Dwight Does Dali.
I became aware of Dali's works with jewelry form the exhibition 'Surreal Things' at the V&A a few years back.
I especially loved Elsa Schiaparelli's contribution to the show, check her out!

Anyway this pug has been put in a garish jumper, when he would much rather have been wearing a brooche!
Thinking of adding some text to the pieces and reckon they will be all wearing some kind of accessory.

And this is what I have done on it!

2010-10-30T09:10:00.008-05:00

So I've spent my Friday night drawing and my Saturday night stitching!!
Hmmm, Am I becoming old before my time? Well maybe 33 is old!! Is it?
Well here's what I've been doing anyway.

Back on the machine!

2010-10-30T08:44:00.004-05:00

So after drawing for a few days I decided to see how rusty I was on my machine!
My lovely Singer Irish 107W102, it's long winded, but correct name.
Having not been on it in over 2 months and knowing how temperamental they can be, it worked like a dream.
Quite clearly the best £200 I've ever spent!!
Here it is, in all it's niceness!!

I know how to party on a Friday night!

2010-10-29T15:25:00.004-05:00

Still feeling rotten, so not much has occurred today.
Watched a few episodes of The Wire. I'm only on Season 3, but quite frankly it's the best one yet! Only one more episode to go. I so don't want it to be over!
Met up with Susie for coffee and chat and then drew some more.
I do wonder if I'll ever tire of drawing mutt's!
Guess not for now.

Watched an episode of Never Mind The Buzzcocks whilst drawing and forgot how much I like Noel Fielding.
Jazz Trance conversation.
Old Gregg.

And so I return!

2010-10-28T14:29:00.003-05:00

Yep, I'm completely and totally back in England!
I had a stupendous time in New York and San Francisco.
Not sure how I feel about being back yet, I'll let you know!
Anyway, whilst I was away I met these two chaps.
The first is Pico, a miniature Chihuahua.
The second, is Maggie, I met her at Fort Greene Flea in Brooklyn. The owners found her wandering about and after no one claimed her they decided to adopt her!
And who could resist that face, nice choice of bandanna too.
So these are my first drawings in about 2 months, lets hope they improve!!!!

Maggie's bandanna would have fitted in well with De La Souls - Daisy Age. She was quite clearly a dude!

You can find me here for a bit!!

2010-09-17T14:35:00.003-05:00

Forgot to put a link to my New York/States blog.
You can find it here.
Hope everyone's happy and well.
x

I week to go!!

2010-08-31T14:50:00.000-05:00

I've been a bit rubbish with my blog lately.
Just had other things on my mind and to do!!
Well it's a week till I'm off to New York.
Excited, nervous, but mostly thrilled for the opportunity to spend time with an old friend and others I haven't seen in a long time.

I will be starting a new blog documenting my time there.
I'll post the details in a few days.

Here's a bad picture of the Chrysler Building.
Also a sketch of a dog called Bill.

MGMT - Siberian Breaks
Plaid - Itsu
Boards Of Canada - Everything You Do Is A Balloon

From London to Clifton!

2010-08-24T13:23:00.005-05:00

Been art working for some greeting cards today.
Placing the pooch's in different locations.
Sarge visit's London and Taylor goes to Clifton!

Going off to the printers soon, with 4 other canines!
Looking for a netbook, travel insurance etc is doing my head in!
Still I do have a long break in New York to look forward to.
2 weeks today!!
Eek.

More coloured squares!

2010-08-18T14:10:00.006-05:00

Been making more brooches in between other things.
Enjoying the process and looking forward to sending them off to the shop.
Gotta get planning that trip!
I would like a netbook, but I'm unsure.
Seem's like a lame excuse for a laptop.
But it is far more convenient.
Hmmmm.
I'll have a think.

Associates - Party Fears 2.
The only song at the wedding I wished Krista had played, no grumbles other than that!!
And this - Labial - Max Tundra

Oh, one more thing!

2010-08-17T03:36:00.003-05:00

After much deliberation it's now official.
In 3 weeks time I head off to New York for,
yep, 5 and a half weeks!!!!!

Primarily to help out Mr Copperwheat, who will be showing at New york Fashion week.
It will be his 3rd show.
The Copperwheat collection is just getting better and better.
I'm delighted for him and Lee and in awe of their hard work and dedication!
What an opportunity to see behind the scenes.
A trip of a life time.

A big shout going out to Mr Hamilton-Chambers for not minding that I'm off for such a long time.
Cheers Mr.
You know all the rest so I won't say anymore.

I leave on the 7th September, so I might have a few drinks with people before I head off.

This actually scares me a little!

Life getting in the way of blogging!

2010-08-17T03:13:00.004-05:00

Well, again it's been a while, sorry!
Lots of things happening, which is good,
but no time to update this.
Still I'm ready for action now.
What have I been up to?
Last week, I went to M.A.D.E. in Cirencester.
Where, after meeting Louise and Sheena, (ladies who run the shop) my cards and brooches will be stocked by them. Great!
Then helping a friend with work for 100% Design.
Gill Hewitt is the talented ladies name, she makes decorative sound absorbing panels for interiors.

Then a meeting with a lovely lady called Amy who has recently opened Bill and Eddie in Clifton!
And I am pleased to say that Studio Legohead greeting cards will be stocked there also!

Then off to Burgess Hill to witness the marriage of Colin and Nic!
Lovely time had, lots of dancing, catching up with friends, meeting new ones and generally having a splendid time!

Here are some images of the new brooches I've been making.
And a picture of the happy couple!

Coloured squares to wear!

2010-08-08T13:24:00.004-05:00

Have a meeting on Tuesday at M.A.D.E. in Cirencester.
Showing some of my work, including some brooches.
The brooches that I had on sale at Best In Show went down well.
So, I decided to make more.
I now have a lovely box of laser cut perspex squares.
They look a delight all stacked up together.
Here are a few of the new brooches.
I enjoy the act of assembling them.

Happy Sunday.
X X X

Today I borrowed Ben's ipod, this came on!!
Weird Al Yankovic - Polkarama (I felt like I might go crazy)!!
This also came on.
A Tribe Called Quest - Left My Wallet In El Segundo.
Ahhh, lovely De La Soul - Buddy.

Too long between posts!

2010-08-08T00:19:00.003-05:00

Yep, too long between posts.
But plenty going on.
For starters.
My cards are now in Scarlet Vintage.
(Thanks to the lovely Debbie for making room for me).
Been doing some more sketching.
Have another commission to do and my cushion designs should hopefully be printed next week.
Other stuff's happening too,
but I'll fill you in later.

Watched some Big Train last night.
Didn't get into it previously, but now I like!!
This is great.
"Living on Your Lonesome" by Dr Steve Brule.

Glasses are good!

2010-08-03T03:38:00.002-05:00

I've been enjoying sorting out my website.
Last night I did a few drawings.
This fella will be on my shop page of Studio Legohead.

Hot Chip - Wrestlers.
Max Tundra's SoundCloud - Covers.

Studio Legohead Website Update!

2010-08-01T13:56:00.004-05:00

It's not quite finished.
Well, It's not finished.
I'm too impatient to wait.
So here is Studio Legohead in an uncompleted state!

I missed this man yesterday at Field Day.
This was a friends quote on watching the event -
"Does he have a real job? We're just watching him have a laugh up there."
Brilliant, who wouldn't want to get paid to do that!

Hasn't the 80's revival been and gone?

2010-07-26T10:27:00.006-05:00

Not according to my brain it hasn't!
Feeling a strong urge towards blocks and prominent shapes.
I'm just working through ideas for cushions.
Still!!
The possibilities are of course endless.
Today though in the true nature of deciding not to care.
I've produced stuff I'm liking.
Always the way.
Think too much about things and it's never as good as you hoped!

Yumi Yumi - I Am Right.
Sadly no longer together, and really they are so, so much better live.
Blur - Out Of Time. At a time when most people seem to hate Mr Albarn, I will defend, as he has given me some great moments as a teenager!

You want greeting cards? You got em!

2010-07-23T06:01:00.005-05:00

Had my cards back from the printers this week.
I'm rather happy with them.
Last night was spent putting them and envelopes into cello bags!
This was made less dull by watching 2 episodes of The Wire.
I love it.
I'm so behind with the times, I know, only on Series 2.
Still think of all the excitement that's ahead of me.
Think it's on Series 5 now.

Back to the cards.
They will be available to buy either direct from me or in Scarlet Vintage.
For those of you unaware of Scarlet Vintage, go find it and have a rummage.
The shop is run by Debbie, who is not only extremely friendly but also has a keen eye for beautiful garments and accessories.
She regularly heads over to LA to source out unique vintage clothing.
Well worth a look.

Mari Wilson - Just What I've Always Wanted.
Billy Joel - Uptown Girl. Looking very young/a little seedy!

A whole week!

2010-07-20T13:08:00.006-05:00

Can't believe a whole week has gone by since my last post.
A disgrace!
Still I have been busy with other things, so I'll let myself off.
Last weekend I went to see The Duchess Of Malfi.
This was a production between Punchdrunk and The ENO.
I have to say that out of the 3 productions I've seen by Punchdrunk, it was my least favourite!
Saying that though it was still a great experience.

Working on more ideas for cushions.
I'm unsure, but I will continue.
My greeting cards arrived too.
8 more designs in total, pics to follow.

Not that I'm a huge Wiley fan but like the fact he gave over 200 songs away a few weeks ago.
Wiley featuring Hot Chip - Step By Step.
Cilla Black - Anyone Who Had Heart.
Madonna - Borderline.
Bit of a weird mix, still!

Cushions, pugs and euro beats

2010-07-13T08:19:00.007-05:00

This morning I've been working on some cushion ideas.
I'm not great at Illustrator but plodding on.
Whilst working I have been listening to some Euro synth.
(is that even a musical genre?!!)
I quite like working to mental music.

Slagsmalskubben - Sponsored by Destiny.
Max Tundra - The Entertainment.

Short and swift

2010-07-12T03:55:00.008-05:00

Yesterday I continued with my Illustrator mission.
The focus is for a competition run by Cloth Kits.
The brief was entitled Future Vintage, with the emphasis on 50's, 60's and 70's pattern and dress.
I have chosen 60's mod style.
Short and sweet shifts.
The ideas below are meant to be seen as dress fronts, with clear definition between, neck line, waist and hem line.
I have enjoyed playing and creating.

Estradashere - Smuggled Mutation .

Trying to learn!

2010-07-10T07:57:00.004-05:00

have spent my morning trying to learn more about Illustrator!
It does not come naturally to me.
Simple patterns and shapes is as much as I can manage at present.
I will persevere and get better.
Everyone needs another string to there bow!

Listening to crazy Kate.
Let Me Know - Róisín Murphy.
Robot Rock - Daft Punk

Bella in the poppies.

2010-07-08T08:23:00.004-05:00

Feel like I've ground to a bit of a halt.
I've so many ideas, options etc running round my head.
Just need to sort them out and set too.
I know I'll feel much better once I've begun another project.
Today I have drawn Bella.
I see her as a sophisticated lady (from the 70's)!
Not really sure why.
Here she is.

The Waitresses - I Know What Boy's Like.

Painting after so many years.

2010-07-03T06:12:00.003-05:00

Well today I thought I'd dig out my paints.
They haven't seen light of day for so long.
I was surprised to find them not completely dried up.
Below is the results.
I've tried to not be precious.
Quite liked it, nice to use a coloured ground for a change.

Who doesn't love Alan Bennett?!
Her Big Chance Part 1 - starring Julie Walters.
More drama! Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart.
Some bad acting - Cyndi Lauper - Time After Time.

We are not amused!

2010-07-02T07:34:00.003-05:00

Hello.
I was in London yesterday for New Designers.
The day was a great success for Bath Spa University.
Awards won, samples bought, opportunities to exhibit!
Everyone did great, congrats to you all.

Today I finished my commissioned piece.
The response from the commissioner was great.
Of course she's only seen photo's but was delighted.
Good for her and me!!

The dog below was supposed to resemble a royal type mutt.
Ben said she looks more religious.
Matters neither way.

Blimey!
Ross Sisters - Solid Potato Salad

Head scarves a plenty

2010-06-30T11:24:00.004-05:00

Finished off a commission today.
He looks good, I hope they'll be happy with it.
As well as that I've been drawing, again!!
I think that it is possibly my favourite thing to do.
Even more so than embroidery.
Controversial!

As with yesterdays canine, todays also wears a headscarf.
My internet search for "glamorous women wearing head scarves" gave me lots of pictures of the Queen!!
Not so much glamorous, but still she has style.
I've always secretly like Dot Cotton's outfits!
I think it's 'cause she's always matching.

Now these have plenty of style.
B-52's - Private Idaho.
And again - Roam.

Pug In A Pucci Print

2010-06-29T08:50:00.004-05:00

I like the idea of dogs in hats and jewelery.
I'm going to continue down this route for a while.
The possibilities for pattern, colour and humour is very appealing.
So today a pug in a Pucci print is what has occurred.
Not so much glamorous as old woman chic!!

Horribly scary, not sure I'd want Dr. Beat anywhere near me!
Gloria Estefan - Dr. Beat
David Bowie - Fashion.

Paw Seasons

2010-06-27T06:32:00.006-05:00

Yesterday I had the pleasure of visiting Paw Seasons again.
It's a luxury boarding home for dogs.
I say boarding home.
It's Jenny (the owners) lovely house.
She must be bonkers.
Saturday had her sharing her home with 10 canines!!
All lovely, in different ways.
I took some photo's whilst there.
These are the drawings from them.
Arthur, the Shih-tzu apparently loves croissants.
That is why I have given him a hat made from said pastry!!

Daft Punk - Da Funk.
Snoop Dog - What's My Name?
Outkast - Sorry Ms. Jackson.

Keep on going.

2010-06-24T14:05:00.005-05:00

Today has been a funny one.
I have carried on drawing.
I feel I have not been creative for a while.
Trying to get images ready for my website.
Looking forward to getting it up and running.
Need the assistance of a interweb clever chap!
I think I know the guy!

Julian Casablancas - Glass.
The Strokes - Is This It?
A Guy Called Gerald - Voodoo Ray.
Nomad - I Wanna Give You Devotion.
Frankmusik - In Step.

How's about those boigers!

2010-06-24T08:14:00.001-05:00

Here is a Pug wearing a hamburger hat.

Contact Time!

2010-06-23T16:00:00.003-05:00

Trying to sort out my website images.
At the minute it's just dog drawings.
41 artworked canines.
Here's one of the contact sheets.
Should look alright once up on the web!

Hope your having a nice week.

The Castle.

Mr. Tank!

2010-06-22T12:06:00.003-05:00

And Tank wins!
There really was no contest.
Sorry Missy, your just not grumpy enough.

Let's hope Esme, the 4 week old baby likes it!!!!

Gumnaam - Jan Pehe Jan Ho
Fischerspooner - Emerge.
Bjork - Hyperballad.

Tank v's Missy

2010-06-20T05:50:00.006-05:00

Hello
This is Tank and Missy.
They are the cats of Andrew and Rachel, my friends!
Tank is superb.
Like a huge blank and white slug.
Missy is nice but I prefer Tank!

Neil introduced me to Dominique Leone via a mix tape from Ruairi.
Thank you.

Luton bound!

2010-06-18T07:43:00.005-05:00

Today I have been finishing Merlin.
He is now ready to go to his new home!
Been nice/challenging drawing other peoples dogs.
It's easier when you don't have to worry about getting things just right.
Not that I'm sure it is just right!!
Reckon I've captured his character though from what I've been told about him.
I'll have to wait and see.

Stitching this Old English Sheep dog made me think of this.
Wordsworth has such a great voice!

Merlin, he is not a wizard!

2010-06-16T09:41:00.003-05:00

Today has been a day of many things.
Application written for a joint show with Miss Loder.
It will be late next year in Clerkenwell, can't wait!
Won a beauty of a sewing machine on Ebay.
With that £20 added that I won on a scratch card, it's a bargain price.
Some drawing, Merlin, see below.
And a few e-mails sent touting my skills(!!!!)
Going out for my first bit of sunshine of the day in a mo.
Have a good rest of Wednesday.
x

Super Furry Animals - Ymaelodi Ar Ymylon
Faith No More - Everythings Ruined.
Focus - Hocus Pocus.

And he's off!

2010-06-14T08:58:00.007-05:00

Finished the owl today.
It's now in the hands or Royal Mail.
I'm sure it'll be very happy in it's new home.
Was nice to have a request to draw something other than a canine.
Maybe I will start a new collection based on requests!
Sometimes easier than when you have infinite possibilities.

Sleigh Bells - A/B Machines
M.I.A. - Boyz.
Broadcast - Colour Me In.
Always feel a little wrong for liking this but what can you do!
JC Chasez - Blowin' Me Up.

Happy Birthday To Ya!

2010-06-12T14:51:00.005-05:00

Happy Birthday Ben.
Have an otter!
Here's to a fun packed day.
Bitton steam train and a picnic.
We know how to do it!!

Nothing quite says Happy Birthday like an animation for someone else's special time!

An Owl for Mr Tundra

2010-06-09T14:52:00.003-05:00

Yesterday I had the delight of an unexpected birthday message.
It was from the lovely Max Tundra via Twitter!!
It made me a very happy person.
Via a few tweets I asked what he'd like if he could have anything embroidered.
He said an owl.
Several demented owl drawings later and..
here he is, looking like a weird cat!!
Will he like it?

It has begun it's journey from drawing to threads.
Hoping to do more tomorrow.

Max Tundra - Ink Me.

Well It Is My Birthday!

2010-06-07T14:19:00.003-05:00

Tomorrow is the day of my birth!
I'm not one for too much fuss.
Surprised I even mentioned it.
I shall spend a while drawing and then maybe into town for some cake.
Nice and relaxing.
Could have gone to London.
The 7am start and 10 0'clock home time did not fill me with joy.
Good luck to all at GFW.

This lady is wondering if it's a little over the top.
I say no, the more the better!

Edith Piaf - Non, Je ne regrette rien .
I know I've put it on before but it makes me happy.
Stereolab - Neon Beanbag.
Soulwax - Excuse Me.
Wonderful Mr Bowie - Ashes To Ashes.

Sometimes it just takes a while, but you get there!

2010-06-06T13:47:00.003-05:00

Today has been a bad day for drawing!
As well as other things.
Still in the end I managed to produce 1 I like and 1 I don't mind.
Some dogs are just better than others to draw.
Sometimes the person drawing them uses that excuse to make themselves feel better!!!
Here they are.
Now I'm off to get with the 21st century and watch The Wire.
Which I have never seen an episode of.
Along with, Lost, 24 and any other series you probably care to mention.
Good evening to you.

The Smiths- Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others.
The Fall - Your Heart Out.

Trying It On

2010-06-05T09:47:00.005-05:00

This fellows trying things on for size.
"A new style of dog chain for you Sir"
"Hmm, not sure if it's me"
"Oh Yes, very you"

Man of Distinction!

2010-06-05T06:12:00.003-05:00

Happy Saturday.
This morning this man has been created.
A proud guy wearing a cravat!
Not sure how I'd translate this into stitch.
Might start doing some screen printing,
maybe as backgrounds, maybe as added pattern.
Who knows!
For now it matters not.
Enjoy the weekend.

Sparks - Perfume.
Fabulous and gorgeous + slightly mad = Liza Minnelli - Mein Herr.

Disco Dog!

2010-06-04T14:22:00.003-05:00

Not so sure what I'm doing.
But I'm doing all the same.
Sort of disco dog meet's housewife!!
She looks content, maybe a little angry.
I'll just let her sit for a while and decide later.
Enjoy the sunny evenings.
Bye for now.

Beck - Diskobox.
Micheal Jackson - Billie Jean.
Queen - I Want To Break Free.
Donna Summer - I Feel Love.

Slow to start

2010-06-02T14:56:00.005-05:00

It's been a slow week.
Not feeling productive/creative.
Drawn a few dogs.
Created a few patterns.
But not much else!
Reckon I'm needing some thinking time.

De La Soul - Tread Water.
Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance.

In the blink of an eye!

2010-05-30T13:20:00.004-05:00

The other day was my wonderful friend Susie's birthday.
So as a gift I drew and stitched her a picture.
Susie has a dachshund called Bentley.
He is much sweeter than this one.
But he was created with love and has pride of place in her workroom.
He came and left me in the blink of an eye.
Happy Bank Holiday.
Hope you have fun. x x

The B52's - Rock Lobster.
The Smiths - Ask.

Farewell my friends!

2010-05-27T13:36:00.005-05:00

Sadsack went at the beginning of the week.
Now American Bob and the Starcrossed lovers have also left me!
I am sad, but also happy that they have good homes.

American Bob will be moving to London.
He will be keeping a graphic designer company.
Star-Crossed duo will be going to Brighton.
They will be sharing a house with Mr and Mrs Fensome.
I know they will be loved and cared for.
Farewell my friends.
x x x

The Shins - Kissing the Lipless.
Super Furry Animals - Slow Life.

And the winners are......

2010-05-27T13:18:00.006-05:00

Well the votes were counted and verified.
And this is what the public decided!
The winners are:

Thank you to everyone that came along.
I had the most fabulous week.
Meeting people, talking about what I do and generally having an amazing time!
This is what I want to do forever.......
A special thank to everyone that helped me pull it off, you know who you are.
Be happy.
x x x

Best In Show Closed!!!

2010-05-23T16:08:00.016-05:00

This is just a quick up date.
Thanks to everyone that came by the show this week.
You made me feel very happy that I got it together to do it!
I've had such a lovely week.
I'm really sad that it's over.
Still I reckon it's the first of many.
Think this is what I was meant to do!

I'll be announcing the Best In Show winner and runners up later in the week.

Whilst in the space to keep myself amused I drew.
Thought they could be the next group that I embroider.
The mutts below have all found new homes to go to.
I'm sure they will be very happy
x x

Thanks to Neil for putting together a playlist.
And thanks for doing a little dance a long to this!
Rusko - Woo Boost.
Major Lazer - Mary Jane.

Best In Show Opening

2010-05-19T14:46:00.007-05:00

Well, what can I say other than it's been great, so far.
Thank you to everyone that turned up on the Private View night.
Thank you for all you kind and encouraging words.
Thank you for given a few dog's some great homes.
And to a friend from a far for giving a sash and a trophy a place in a New York apartment!!
It's been better than I could have hoped.
I'm just delighted I got my act together and did it.
Can't wait for the next venture!!
So,
"Sadsack" has a new home as does "Hatman aka American Bob"
Brilliant, I know they will be very happy.

So if you haven't popped by yet, please feel free to come and have a look, cast your vote for "The Best In Show'.
This will be announced via my blog next week once all voting cards are in.
Thank you once again.
And a big cheers to Ben for all his support and great barman skills.

Broadcast - Black Cat
Last night some Max Tundra was played. It does take a while to like his music, but once you do, that's it. Check out some live stuff on YouTube, he's good!

Oh and some nice lady, Susannah Conway, took a, not half bad portrait of me!
Thank you.

This is it!

2010-05-16T23:44:00.002-05:00

The day has arrived.
I'm putting the show up today.
I'm excited.
I've had a whole range of emotions regarding it.
Excited, nervous, anxious, thinking what the heck!!
Now I'm back to excited, happy and pleased to have done it.

Nothing new to show, yet.
Been to busy preparing!
Will post some pictures later once it's all hung.
Have a great Monday and maybe see you tomorrow,
6:30 - 8:30, come along and have some local cider!!!

The Strokes - Is This It.
Mankind - Dr Who Theme.
My mate Chris's dad is playing bass on this!
Chris (2nd from left) is also in this mighty group, Furyon!

It's been a long time!

2010-05-08T23:53:00.007-05:00

Over a week since my last blog entry.
That's the longest time for a while.
I've just been busy, busy.
A few minor stresses but I can see light and I'm back to feeling excited about the show again.

What can I show now?

Backs/fronts of sashes.
Details from kennel.
Still so much to do better be off got an early trip to B&Q!!

Bye. x

Stuff I've listened to this week.
Flight of the Conchords - Carol Brown.
Paul Simon - You Can Call Me Al.
Silikon - Modeselektor.
Phoenix - Girlfriend.
Faith No More - Everythings Ruined.

Humble beginnings!

2010-05-01T07:43:00.006-05:00

Yesterday I began to make pieces for the dog kennel.
It's going ok and I think although not the most stable of structures should look pretty alright.
This is just a quick hello.
Have a great bank holiday weekend.

Beck - Loser.
Roots Manuva - Witness The Fitness.
Tame Impala - Half Full Glass Of Wine.
Bee Gee's - How Deep Is Your Love.
DJ Shadow - Midnight In A Perfect World.
Tricky - Black Steel

They Arrived!

2010-04-30T08:15:00.005-05:00

Today I got my postcards and cards.
I'm very pleased with how they look.
Ahh, my lovely dogs now on saleable items!
I feel like I'm getting somewhere.
But my word it's taken me a while.
Still it eventually came and I'm happy, happy.
x x
Have a wonderful bank holiday weekend, I'll be working!
I've a dog kennel to make.

Here they are.
The lovely people at Ripe Digital did them for me.

The Beatles - Got to Get You Into My Life.
Super Furry Animals - If You Don't Want Me To Destroy You.

With a little help.

2010-04-29T00:14:00.004-05:00

Hello.
Seems like a while since I've updated,
Busy at college and preparing.
Saw my advert in Bath Life magazine the other day, it looks good.
Will anyone come?
Well, if I don't get some more work done maybe I'll be pleased if there's not too many people!
I joke of course, I'd be sad.
A few little set backs have been thrown up, but it'll be fine.
Ben has been kindly art working for me to produce some cards/postcards for the show.
I've decided on these.

1,2,3. - Going Away Party.
Having a good time. The B52's - Love Shack.

£3 for these beauties!!

2010-04-25T09:13:00.005-05:00

The car boot was brief but good.
I ended up spending a fiver.
I got 2 domed wall plaques (pics to follow).
And the hideous monstrosities below!
They all look a little weird.
Eyes to close together, too human like, not actually resembling any dog I've ever seen.
Still they're mine now.
And I will love them.
Somebody has to!

Returning to my teenage (angst) years!!
Bloc Party - So Here We Are.
And They Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead - Mistakes and Regrets.

Patterns

2010-04-24T23:51:00.003-05:00

Over the past week I feel that productivity has decreased!
This changed yesterday with a 3am wake up/mini panic.
It was fine just had lots of thoughts running round.
Got up made a few to-do lists and felt tons better.
Yesterday I:
Made 2 trophies.
Took my Mac to the computer hospital!
Arranged for my trophy backs to get laser cut.
Learnt how to create patterns in Illustrator.
All rounded of with a 9pm trip to the new Asda cathedral in Longwell Green.
It is too big and extreme in every way!!

Think I'm gonna carboot it this morning.

Sparks - Amateur Hour.
Neil Young + Crazy Horse - Cinnamon Girl.
Super Furry Animals - Dark Days/Light Years.

Nowhere fast!

2010-04-23T06:51:00.002-05:00

This week seem's to have gone within a blink of an eye.
I really don't seem to have achieved much at all.
I suppose there's been a lot of planning, ringing round, e-mails....
Well I am still excited, but getting nervous.
Ahh, it'll be fine.
Yesterday my computer decided to get a screen error.
This is a band of flashing light about 2 inches wide running from top to bottom of my screen.
Just off centre too, so as to cause as much of an inconvenience as possible.
Rang up technical support.
Could be a cheap repair, could be £400 odd.
Hmmmm, great!
Still, it's only a computer!
Yeah but an expensive thing to have to fix.
Oh well, no ones died.

I like this.
The Neat - In Youth Is Pleasure.

Shutting down

2010-04-20T15:13:00.003-05:00

I was going to stop working, but I couldn't resist doing another drawing!
So here it is.
I'm off to unwind with a glass of brandy and a crossword.
Middle aged, me?!
Good Night.
Be Happy. x

Quite enjoying these.
Avi Buffalo - What's in it for.
Blur - Fools Day.
LCD Soundsystem - Drunk Girls. Directed by Spike Jonze.

Today I.....

2010-04-20T09:11:00.003-05:00

made these.
I've been trying to be majorly productive.
I'm not sure I have, but I've not been sitting about twiddling my thumbs either so it can't be bad!
Just a quick post as I'm off in the town to get rid of some flyers and posters for the show.
Then off to a Not So Fast textile exhibition.
A few colleagues and some students are taking part, so should be good.

Ok. I'm off.

Broken Bells - The High Road .
The Beta Band - Inner Meet Me.

Mondays have become great!

2010-04-19T06:37:00.002-05:00

It's official.
Mondays I think have become my favourite day.
At the minute I am fortunate enough to spend Mondays concentrating on my own work.
This accompanied with Adam Buxton's Big Mixtape proves to be a lovely way to start the week!
So this morning I have been sewing and appliqueing.
And now just before lunch I've produced a slightly dodgy drawing.
This poor creature has been plonked in a tuxedo and bow tie which is quite clearly a little tight for his large neck!
So to add insult to injury I have drawn a bad picture of the event.
Sorry.
Happy Monday to you.

The wonderful campness of Dolly Parton - Mule Skinner Blues.
Prince - Delirious.
Sheena Easton - For Your Eyes Only. Making me feel like I'm at the arse end of a wedding reception disco!
Yeah, but I still like it.

Should have gone out!

2010-04-16T15:41:00.003-05:00

I made a bad decision.
Decided to stay in rather than head out!
I've watched Eastenders.
I've done a drawing and I've listened to far too much MGMT!
Actually, thinking about it, it's been quite nice.
Got some mood lighting on, a glass of wine and getting lost in my own world.

MGMT - The Handshake.
Again - Time To Pretend. Colour and cheap looking graphics, whats not to like!
Max Tundra - Labial.
Sage Francis - The Best Of Times.
Hot Chip - She Wolf (cover).

Forward thinking!

2010-04-16T03:08:00.004-05:00

Good day to you.
I've woke feeling surprisingly happy.
Not that I have any reason to feel differently.
Feel that there's lots to do, all doable, just got to plod on.
Did this drawing last night before bed.
No political debating for me.
What with no telly and being a non law breaker, I wouldn't think of watching live streaming!
Have a lovely day.
Enjoy the sun, if you have the pleasure of being let out!
Laters.
x

Nice colours and imagery.
Beck - E-Pro.
Again - We Dance Alone.
Having fun on wheels. De La Soul - Roller Skating Jam Named Saturday.

Production line.

2010-04-15T06:49:00.005-05:00

Well.
I have been more productive than I thought.
This morning I have made all of these.
Not sure if they will be part of trophies or brooches.
The latter a new addition, as I have now decided that I would like to make some to sell at the show.
Better get moving then.
See Ya.
x x

The Zutons - Don't Ever Think (Too Much)
Never failing to bring cheer.

Hey!

2010-04-15T03:26:00.003-05:00

Just a quick post to say hello.
Haven't been doing much drawing recently so thought I'd set myself a goal of a drawing a day!
Here is one.
Is bad drawing better than no drawing?!
Hope everyone is having a good week.
Can't believe it's Thursday already.
So much to do.
So little time.........

The Dead Weather - Treat Me Like Your Mother.
Queens Of The Stone Age - Go With The Flow.

Craftworking

2010-04-14T06:08:00.007-05:00

This morning I have been cutting and ironing.
The aim is to complete 3 pieces.
Think I should get it done.
I have goals!!
Yes, they are being achieved.
I'm feeling a little silly today.
No idea why.
It's a nice feeling though.
Good day to you.
- - - -X - X - - - -

Kraftwerk - Computer Love.
Again - Pocket Calculator.

Tis Tuesday!

2010-04-13T07:43:00.004-05:00

Hello.
Seems like It's been ages since my last post.
I'm trying not to show all on here before the show!
I'm not very good at that, and also not sure I care too much.
No point in being precious.
Still enjoying it.
making plans for displaying, getting posters printed this week too!
It's all happening.
I'm happy and excited/nervous.

Hoping that Mr Samuel's will do the DJing honours.
Long time friend from London offering a helping hand too, it should all be good.
Happy Tuesday to you, enjoy the sunshine.

First time I've heard this, but I take it on good authority it's worth a listen.
Chemical Brothers - Escape Velocity.
Aphex Twin - Fingerbib.
Supergrass - Mansize Rooster. They split! They made me happy when I was younger.
They were on Adam Buxton's Big Mixtape - Toddler Tunes being the theme.

I've been doing this!

Saturday Sun.

2010-04-10T06:37:00.003-05:00

Hello
It's lovely and sunny here.
Hope your feeling the warmth too.
This morning as well as adding pattern to a few more sashes I've been listening to old Adam and Joe podcast's.
Saturday mornings spent working is no longer the same without them to cheer me up.
Still I have belly laughed a great deal and it has set me up for the day.

Here's a clip form their tv show.
"Room for Change".
Just watch them all here.
Or by the DVD and be nice to them!
Mr Bowie - Jean Genie.

The importance of......

2010-04-08T15:52:00.003-05:00

...drawing regularly!
Haven't drawn for a little while and doesn't it show.
Well this one isn't so bad, but the ones before, well, they will not be seeing the outside of my sketchbook.
Still work is progressing and I'm feeling positive.
Getting excited about the possibilities of displaying etc.
Feeling restless but I reckon it's time for bed.
Good night.

Why am I always about 3 years behind in catching up with music?!
I think you'll like, but unlike me you probably already knew.
Still I shall leave you with the following.

Great.
MGMT - Of Moons, Birds & Monsters.
The Youth.
Flash Delirium.

Oh to be a Graphic Designer!

2010-04-07T09:32:00.002-05:00

Well not really, don't think I could handle to precision that it requires.
Cut, paste, glue, stitch, sew.
That's more my thing.
Well with the help and patience of Ben International my poster is done.
I think it may be the last time he works with me!
Cheers Mr. Pleased to get it done.
So many things to think about when having an exhibition.
Still plenty of work to do too.
Better crack on.
ta ta. xx
Have a good (rest of) Wednesday!

Adam Buxton returned to 6 Music this weekend, sadly minus Joe, with his Big Mixtape.
The theme of the show was "Oddens".
Have a listen.
Enjoy.

The Beach Boys - She's Goin' Bald.
Gorky's Zygotic Mynci - The Game Of Eyes.
They Might Be Giants - Bird House In Your Soul.

Concentration, the lack of!

2010-04-06T13:16:00.004-05:00

Today although I have been fairly productive my concentration levels are pretty shocking!
Not sure why, just feeling a bit flat.
And I guess just not feeling it!!
Today though I have enjoyed:
Singing loudly in my car.
Wearing bright blue tights with my new blue bag (courtesy of Mother Theresa, my mum!!).
Hearing about Emile Coue.

Boy With The Arab Strap - Belle And Sebastian (reminds me of Lara and Del clapping along in the car).
M - Pop Musik.

Good(er) Friday made even better by.....

2010-04-02T05:43:00.006-05:00

Hope you all have a fabulous long weekend.
I'm off to Luton to visit the crew.
My lovely friend Sarah turned 30 this week so we shall celebrate her turning older!!
Can't wait to catch up with chums, drink, eat and see family.
Below are some pictures from a very dubious Disney knitting book that Sarah shall receive as a birthday gift.
I know how to treat a friend!!
Also a few snaps from the other day of my work.
Have a wondrous time.
Eat chocolate eggs and think of Christ!!

Wonderful April Showers - Bambi.
Consumption.
Superfast Jellyfish - Gorillaz.

Studio Legohead is born!!

2010-03-31T07:26:00.005-05:00

Hello.
Today I have made another trophy type thing.
As well as beginning a new sash.
Ben has kindly launched Studio-Legohead for me.
Only minor details on there at the minute but it's my first ever website.
I'm excited and thrilled.
And just pleased that now I believe I can actually do stuff, I can get on and do it!

Andy Warhol - David Bowie
Life On Mars from The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou. (Official)
Unofficial!!
Heard this earlier, reminded me of being younger!
You and Me Song - Wannadies.

Happy Times!

2010-03-30T10:25:00.004-05:00

Aghh, I can see the light.
I'm excited and now know how things are slotting together.
I knew they would eventually.
Even if at certain points I did doubt it!
It could all change again,
But for now I am happy with the results.
Now I just have to apply the same principles to previous items and fingers crossed all should be good!

I'd like to do this. Friendly Fires - Skeleton Boy
Not sure about the sentiment but I am liking the colour and graphics.
Rihanna - Rude Boy.
Maybe inspired by Keith Haring!
Colour and nice graphics again.
M.I.A. - Galang.
M.I.A.'s website, not afraid of over doing it!!

Too much with tassels?

2010-03-29T06:16:00.005-05:00

This morning I have drawn tassels and stitched tassels!
I am not sure about them.
May cut them out and stitch onto a darker fabric.
We shall see how it goes.
Going to spend a small fortune at the hygienist later.
£31 for 20 minutes, someone's not stupid!
I'm going to persist with the stitch and see what unfolds.
Later. x
Tassels below.

Andy Williams - Moon River.
The Chordettes - Mr Sandman.
Herbie Hancock - Rockit. This is like some kind of video nasty! I'm not liking it's style!
Some "Love and Affection" from Joan Armatrading.

Patching Things Up!

2010-03-28T14:19:00.004-05:00

Well the weekend has come and gone again.
Meeting up with friends for coffee and cake.
Turning into a half, turning into a pint.
Ending up in a curry with wine!!
I ate a whole naan, that's a first.
Not sure I needed it, paying for it today.
Today I decided to turn my hand to some patchwork.
Trying to capture the same style as the trophies!
We shall see.
Going to add some embroidered tassels I think.
May do some more drawing tonight.
See how I feel.

Listening to and enjoying.
Gorillaz - White Flag
Rhinestone Eyes.
Mike Flowere - Light My Fire. Silly, but strangely nice.
Leslie and The Ly's - Craft Talk.
Gravel In My Shoe.

Things can only get better!!

2010-03-27T06:29:00.003-05:00

Found out today that lovely scientist Brian Cox used to be the keyboardist in D:ream!!!
That is as much as I can tell you this morning.
Oh I managed to knock an impressive 2 minutes of my normal running route!
How I managed that I don't know.
I actually felt far more shattered than normal.
Maybe the answer to both is, I was running faster!!!
Enough.
Recycling drawings and collage in attempt to get ideas for my fantastical trophies.
Drawings based on a hat I had made a while ago.

God I used to love these songs as a kid, still do!
Getting down to Kid Creole and The Coconuts!
Annie, I'm not you're Daddy. Some very horrible lyrics in this one. "Well if I was in your blood then you wouldn't be so ugly" Nice!
Being modest. I'm a Wonderful Thing Baby.

Getting organised/inspired!

2010-03-26T10:28:00.004-05:00

Well, today I decided I needed to get organised.
This involved spending a surprising amount of money!!
Ink cartridges, sketchbook, Bondaweb, fabric, glue..
The list goes on.
But, I feel much better.
My thoughts are more organised and constructed.
I have heeded the advice I continually give the students.
I need a clear vision of what I'm trying to achieve.
I kinda knew, but now I feel much happier.
Hope your happy too! x

Eduardo Paolozzi, what a genius.
Sonia Delaunay.
David Hockney.

In the car today I had on Mr Samuels mix tape, these were some of the delights on offer!

Toto - Hold the Line. (With Lyrics!!)
Rainbow - Since you've Been Gone.
Boston - More than A Feeling.
Ludacris - Number One Spot.
Public Enemy - Welcome to the Terrordome.
Busta Rhymes - Woo Ha.

Persistance is the key!

2010-03-23T11:39:00.004-05:00

Today although I have felt at times that I have not achieved a lot,
I turns out that I have.
More stitching on a piece I'm not so happy with.
E-mailed numerous publications about my exhibition.
And began to create one of the trophies I intend to include.
The idea being that there are sashes and trophies for the included canines!
So there we have it, a days work!
Unpaid!!

This reminds me of summer. Saint Etienne - Only Love Can Break Your Heart.
Neil Young performing the original. Is it ok to say I prefer the previous!!!?
Beach Boys - Vegetables. I never bore of this. I heard a rumour that you can hear Paul Macartney crunching a carrot on it!!
10cc - The Dean and I also reminding me of nice times.

Max Tundra made me do it!

2010-03-22T07:41:00.006-05:00

Yesterday I went to Frome car boot.
Got some more fabric for cheapness!
Haven't used it yet, but I will.
Today I felt a bit stuck.
But with the help of not giving too hoots and Max Tundra,
I just got on with it and stitched, bondawebbed and felt a little insane.
I think I like the endurance of listening to music like this.
I feel a little manic and like I'm on fast forward.
Sometimes you need it.
I salute you Max!
You made me work, not sure if it's good or bad yet.
But I like feeling random, so it's good.

Not an official video but here's Merman. Lyrics here, it helps!
Live performance of Lysine. Lyrics here.
MBGATE. Lyrics here.

Sunday, time for carbooting!

2010-03-21T03:59:00.003-05:00

Hello,
Been out for a lovely walk.
Saw a squirrel contemplate and attempt a death defying jump 3 times.
He succeeded!
Also saw a Jay, nice.
Went to see I Love You Phillip Morris.
I know loads of people hate Jim Carrey.
I have a soft spot for him, especially in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind!
Brilliant but sad all the same.

From the film, Beck.
I love this song, and film.
Is it right to find Gene Wilder attractive? Doubtful!
John Shuttleworth, not going back to Savoury.
And we all know about this nightmare!
Saw this ages ago.
It's nice up North.
A film about John Shuttleworth's theory that the further north you travel the nicer people get.
Filmed by the wonderful photographer Martin Parr.

Halo!

2010-03-20T07:21:00.004-05:00

I'm still not sure about anything I have produced this week.
But I'll just keep going till I reach a happy place with it all.
On the plus side, my stitch is continuously improving.
Not sure if to go full on colour.
Should I just keep it plain?
I reckon just get on with it!!
Neither will change the world or harm anyone.
It's just an embroidery.
So I will plod on.
Have a lovely Saturday. x

I know everyone hated it, I didn't.
Happy and lovely.
The Cure-Mint Car.
Having a blast in Kew Gardens. The Caterpillar.
The Specials-gangsters.
The Stone Roses-Waterfall.

Bonjour, Ello, Ey up, Hiya!

2010-03-19T04:15:00.005-05:00

I'm feeling in a bit of a silly mood.
Never sure if this is a good thing!
Must get working and stop wasting time.
I think looking at this made me chuckle!
Not that anything I've done is any better.
I reckon everyone should do one and add it to the gallery!
Anyways.
See ya later. I'm off to create.
I did this last night.

Watched the Blur documentary last night.
Lovely Graham Coxon.
You and I.
Betty Boo, "Doing the Doo".
Monie Love.

With the best will in the world!!

2010-03-18T11:11:00.003-05:00

Urghhh.
That's kinda how I'm feeling today.
Work wise and personally!
As much as I've tried I seem to have achieved nought!
I guess that some days you just gotta go with it.
Chin up, onwards and upwards, be happy etc.
I hope you are.
I will be tomorrow, just going to go with the flow.
Maybe that pint and a half and a burger mid week didn't help!
I'm such a light weight.
What will happen when I turn 33?
Will I be worse!
No, I'll build up resistance to lovely Budvar!
Chin chin!

Heard this and like it, makes me feel hopeful.
Hopefully you too!
Mr Costello being great.
Midlake being all conceptual!! Makes me feel sad.
Julia Davis and Jessica Hynes being utterly wonderful but most definitely not cheering anyone up!!
Can't wait for that.
Loved Spaced.
Loved Nighty Night.
Hooray for depressing intelligent comedy!

This man has a sad face, but pattern behind showing good times.
Cheer up, it might never happen!

Slobber chops!

2010-03-16T11:56:00.002-05:00

Today i had the dentist.
I got the right day at last.
It wasn't that bad at all.
Why have I been scared for so long!?
As well as dentistry, I have stitched this.
I'm not sure how I feel about it.
Stitch quality nice, just like my drawing, but...
is it just like any other generic dog picture?!!
It's on a huge piece of cloth, so I may do a long line up.
Also I propose bright random pattern all around.
I shall think about it.
Not bad for a days work though.

Mr Malkmus.
New Young Pony Club.
The Ting Tings.

Hip to Be Square(s)

2010-03-15T16:05:00.010-05:00

The joys of cut out paper collage!
Ideas for repeats for sash's, scarves for the show.
It's all unfolding.
I'm still excited.

Huey Lewis.
Squarepusher
Square One TV
Wooden Block Animation

Unrequited Love!

2010-03-15T10:51:00.004-05:00

Today I thought I had the dentist!
I didn't, but turned up anyway only to be told it's tomorrow!!
Oh well, I needed threads and things anyway.
This afternoon I have managed to finish stitching the Doberman Pinscher.
I'm not sure if these two are in love or annoyed with each other.
I guess it's one and the same.
Listening to Max Tundra and drinking coffee has left me feeling a little manic.

I found this earlier.
Koyaanisqatsi by Philip Glass. This makes my head spin.
I remember going to the toilet half way through it at the cinema and thinking my head might explode.
I loved it.
Same goes for Bjork in Dancer in the Dark.
It's one of those films that you may never watch again but came away feeling odd but enjoying the feeling.
Not sure the same can be said for Requiem For A Dream. Just came away feeling weird.
Brilliant all the same.

Saturday is..... OK!

2010-03-13T06:14:00.004-06:00

The Saturday ritual continues.
Up early, run and drawing or stitching!
Today, some stitch followed by drawing.
To accompany my last embroidered canine i decided I needed a companion for him.
Grump No1 and Grump No2.
I've been deciding who should be seen with the Japanese Chin.
It's one of the 3 below anyhow!

Max Tundra getting sweaty and playing a keyboard made from Sushi.
Hip to be uncool! Darwin Deez.
Lots of colour and dance. M.I.A Boyz.

Cheesy tunes reminding me of good times!

2010-03-12T14:44:00.003-06:00

Ominous lyrics and unsexy jumpers.
Yes, it's Jordan Knight.
This shouldn't be good.
It reminds me of good times laughing and dancing.
Especially thoughts of Mr Samuels.
Not in a sexy way!
Just in a wonderful friend way.
As does this.
Anyone would think Neil had bad taste in music, he doesn't!
This is for Miss O'Toole.
The times we have spent drunk singing (badly) to this.
Below: Jeff Koons does MJ.

Just 1 Girl.

2010-03-09T14:14:00.003-06:00

Still drawing and enjoying.
Discovered the joy of a Japanese Chin dog!
What a sweet thing.
Fairly difficult to draw and not make it look deformed though.
Tomorrow evening I will begin to stitch again.
Night, theres a whole lot of 80's below!

This makes me think of summer: Golden Silvers.
This makes me Happy!
When In Rome, (have no style?!)
The dancing, the keyboards, the Steve Wright intro, whats not to love! Depeche Mode.
Lovely Napolean.
They like Sport.
Just Two Guys.

Chin Up!

2010-03-08T14:22:00.003-06:00

Not sure why but feeling a little flat!
Well I do know, but I won't go into it.
Let's just say women sometimes suffer from it around 12 times a year!!
Enough info I'm sure.
Anyways. I'm ok really.
Met with my lovely, fabulous friend Susie.
This always cheers me up and I'm so happy to have her as a buddy.
Got myself a new keyboard.
As earlier my post had spaces inserted by cutting and pasting!
This was due to some green tea being spilled on my old one and probably too much fabric fluff clogging up the keys!
Sorry old keypad, I will do better this time.
Goodnight all. x

Belle and Sebastian.
2 many DJ's. The Stooges vs Salt n Pepa.
Diana Ross.

Best in show(biz)!!

2010-03-08T05:40:00.006-06:00

I had already had a few thoughts for the name of my show.
Ben had a suggestion last night.
This was based on me including celebrities that live in and around Bath!!
Best in Show(biz) was the title.
Not so sure.
And due to the attempts at some portraits I reckon its a no.
Apologies Mr. Cage, Mr. Nettles and Mr.Woods!!
Obviously there is intended humour!!

The Divine Comedy.
Not sure why this is here or this.
Cheery!
Peter Sarafinowocz as Brian Butterfield!
Im having problems with my Mac at the minute Im having to cut and paste spaces!!
Its a pain.There is also no question mark available to me or a hyphen. Watch this.