Artwaves Festival!

The Artwaves festival came to Bridlington Spa this October. So I went for a little nosey to see whats going on!

My friend Leanne was there having a stall with other local artists. Leanne is also taking part in the East Yorkshire open studios with her work located at Behind the Times in Bridlington. Leanne's work is inspired by fantasy literature. The Eat Yorkshire open studios is also on this weekend, you can find out where to find everyone on their website:

http://www.eastyorkshireopenstudios.co.uk/

I am looking forward to having a nosey in some peoples studios this weekend! 

There was such a great variety of work for all ages, a giant area for children to experiment in, a doodle wall, and much more, including various work shops!

There was also a fantastic graffiti mural being produced down the side of the spa. The colours were amazing and I especially loved the fish.

My next post will be the open studios :)

A week ago today...

I was catching up on some sleep having spent the previous week at the magical place that is Glastonbury. I have never been to a festival before but I think I certainly picked a good one for my first. Glastonbury was amazing, filled with all different types of performing arts. I didn't realise it had such variety, especially for all the family. It was lovely to settle in the first few days of exploring with some gorgeous sunshine!

This circus performer had come all the way from Australia. He may have only had a small stage but the crowds grew as his act took place. I couldn't believe his balancing. Amazing!

After the sun came the mud, it was alot of fun, but my phone nearly got lost! Good job its yellow!

Music, performers and lots of stalls! The choice was endless. These felt hats were very popular amongst the crowds, I wish I had bought one myself. They were so much fun.

Glastonbury has many different areas including its healing field and craft field which held different work shops throughout the day for you to take part in! I do think to get everything done I needed at least a few more days. The place was huge! A lot bigger than I thought.

I really hope I get to go next year :)

Festival Season...

The festival season is quickly approaching and many of our high street stores are showcasing their best festival buys. I thought I would share with you some of my favourite pieces.

TOPSHOP

 Its all about the folk and tile prints with Topshop. Gorgeous blue hues and burnt reds. They remind me slightly of the tile designs you see at the turkish baths. The ever popular denim shorts are also appearing  in their masses. I have a fair collection myself. I think I would be in trouble if I bought any more :) 

I have bought a couple of bits from Topshop I will share with you when they arrive. I myself is very excited to be going to a festival this year... Glastonbury! Eeek. Not sure who is my favourite I want to see but it would be rude not to see Dolly and Blondie?

MISSGUIDED

Florals are always a big hit for summer. This year we are seeing loads of cute dresses and playsuits sporting this trend. Especially the daisy print!

Also this year we are seeing the statement Kimono, with or without a fringe. Your certainly going to turn heads wearing one of these. Again, we are seeing many gorgeous prints. I'm not sure if I'm brave enough to wear one myself but they are beautiful. I think I can see Dylan being driven wild by the fringe! 

ARK

Another trend we are seeing everywhere is co-ords. I especially love this piece I found on Ark which is also supporting the floral trend with this lovely sunflower print. There is so many to choose from, please check out their website.

The bum bag is also a festival essential, never worry about having to hang on to your handbag swinging about everywhere, totally loving this aztec black and white design. 

RIVER ISLAND

River Island is always one to watch with its bold and bright prints. The colours on both these pieces are so striking. 

Cath Kidston

This tent immediately caught my eye! How fantastic is it! I'm not sure how my boyfriend would feel about this tent though. It reminds me of the Wendy houses you used to have as a child, but one for grown ups. So fun!

Another favourite from the Cath Kidston collection is this cute floral print hightop. Although if it rained I would be sad if these were covered in mud :)

To purchase any of these items visit their website:

www.cathkidston.com

www.topshop.com

www.riverisland.com

www.ark.co.uk

www.missguided.co.uk

Happy Shopping

Dickensian Festival, Bridlington 2013.

This weekend it was lovely to be back home and have my work exhibit in my home town of Bridlington. I did completely forget that the stall was outside but I braved the cold until the evening rain came down. 

It was fantastic to see lots of local faces out for the Bridlington Dickensian Festival. The high street in the historic old town of Bridlington was full of lovely stalls and families enjoying the afternoon. Although windy my stall managed to stay intact, it was lovely as I was opposite the Alex May Gallery which also represent me and my work in Bridlington, along with other local artists.

Unfortunately I didn't manage to get many photographs from the day as I didn't dare get my hands out my pockets as it was so cold. I am really enjoying these Christmas fairs. I will let you know how my next one goes, which is infact today! 

The Annual Orchid Festival @ Burton Agnes Hall.

This time last year I visited the annual Orchid Festival at Burton Agnes Hall. So I thought this year I would also go visit them. With a love of drawing flowers, I thought it was a great opportunity to take some photographs. (sorry for the poor quality as they were taken on my iphone)

We also took Dylan with us. He enjoyed a lovely walk around the woodlands of the Hall. The woods are great for children as there is various pieces of fun sculpture for children to spot. Dylan found this one- a wild boar. We thought it was very funny as its nearly the same size of him. 

I think orchids are one of my favourite flowers. I love their different shapes and colours. Can't wait to get drawing them :)

For more pictures of Orchids, you can view my blog post from last year here:
http://laurenchericedesigns.blogspot.co.uk/2012/03/beautiful-orchid-show-burton-agnes-hall.html

Vintage, Giveaway, Cath Kidston, Festival!

COMPETITION!GIVEAWAY!WIN!COMPETITION!GIVEAWAY!WIN!

www.CathKidson.co.uk

I recently got an email through Cath Kidston who are sponsoring the event! They are offering to give away a pair of tickets to the event, just simply go on the Cath Kidston Website and fill in the form with your personal details! Even better! Cath Kidston are also having a sale!

http://vintagebyhemingway.co.uk

Anyone who loves all things Vintage should get themselves there! I would love to go but it's when my volunteering in Africa starts.

"Vintage at Southbank Centre is a sensual delight, a big dressing-up box, a collector’s dream and a joyous creative feast for all ages. For one glamorous weekend we celebrate the music, fashion, film, art ,design, and dance from the 1920s to the 1980s (and maybe even a peek at the early ‘90s) that has made Britain the world’s creative and cultural hotbed...."

Tickets are on sale on the website below, prices depending on what type of pass you would prefer.

http://ticketing.southbankcentre.co.uk/find/festivals-series/vintage-at-southbank-centre

Get Yourself There If You Can!