The Illustrated House

If you don't know anything about Jeff Josephine designs then you really should.  Sophie Elm is the single most talented illustrator I have ever come across with such a fresh and individual style. There is an undeniably quirky, whimsical charm in all her delightful work and her latest exhibition 'The Illustrated House' displays it perfectly. 'The Illustrated house' is open for all at the Brewery arts centre in Cirencester and it really is a treat for the eyes. Yesterday I was lucky enough to see it for myself and I simply had to share some photographs with you all.

Jeff Josephine's motif- the sausage dog

Sophie is one of those adorable people that always has a smile for you and that sunny disposition shows through in even the smallest of her designs. Whether it be her ceramic work, art prints or even her animal friendly taxidermy you can't help but smile as you study the intricacies of her illustrations, the delicacy of the patterns and colours as they summon images of seaside towns and days gone by- there is nothing quite like it.

Sophie has already illustrated two children's books and takes numerous commissions while selling some of her fine work on her Etsy shop. And with more exhibitions on the horizon the future is a bright for Jeff Josephine designs.I implore you, craft lovers, if you haven't sampled the wonders of Sophie's work then jump on board and familiarise yourself with this fine British talent now and be someone who can say they loved Jeff Josephine from the start.

A poster print showing Jeff Josephine's beautiful
typography work.

Ceramics and art prints.

Beautifully carved house. I could live there!

Animal friendly taxidermy

Beautiful Christmas cards and ceramic hearts- the perfect Christmas
gift combination.

Beautiful tile work.

One of a kind broaches.

A suitcase full of art prints.

More beautiful ceramics

If you are or can be in the Cirencester area before Saturday the 29th of October then do make some time to see the exhibition and in the meantime connect with Jeff Josephine Designs through Facebook, sample her work on Etsy or read about her adventures on her blog.

Lexie x x x

Featured Talent: We Love Cake

I know of so many wonderously talented people that I would like to share their talents with you. My hope is that you will be able to enjoy them as much as I do.

First to grace my 'Featured Talent' series is the lovely Samantha Jenkins and her incredible cake creations over at We Love Cake

Samantha makes and sells the most wonderful celebration cakes, cupcakes and treats with her intricate sugar crafting skills.  Sam's creations are exquisite, one of a kind cakes made with absolute love and care.

We Love Cake is a fledgling business that is growing day by day which is a testament to Samantha's great skill and knowledge.

Based in South West Wales, Sam is able to make and deliver cakes for anyone and any occasion and with an array of seasonal specials and themed gifts she really does cater for every need. I had never seen quite so many sponge and icing flavor options until I saw Sam's full range! We're talking Lavender via red velvet, tropical coconut and even cappuccino. I won't even begin to go into the wonderfully eclectic icing options to match.

We Love Cake customers return time and time again and that is a sign of true excellence in my book.

So why not think of We Love Cake the next time you're looking for quality, excellence, affordability and damn good cake...whatever the flavor may be!

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