Who on earth would create a brand and business based on a grumpy imaginary little girl? A creative and talented illustrator named Laura Clempson! Cupcakes for Clara may be a newish business but the minute you see the brand and the product you know without a doubt it is going to be something big. Laura has done an incredible job developing the character behind her brand. From … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Laura of Cupcakes for Clara
Interviews
My Favourite Holiday Tradition: Magical Family Days Out
My most vivid holiday memories are of family days out in London visiting Santa's Grotto in Selfridges department store, their Christmas window displays and viewing the lights on Regent Street and Oxford Street. My parents started taking my sisters and I from a young age and even when we moved out of London we'd be back every year to take in the delightful displays. Each year … [Read more...] about My Favourite Holiday Tradition: Magical Family Days Out
Meeting the Makers: Nidhi Chanani
For our last Meeting the Makers feature of 2011 I am happy to share the story and work of Nidhi Chanani, a freelance artist and designer. Born in Calcutta and raised in suburban California she currently draws and dreams in San Francisco. Nidhi's work is romantic and whimsical, like a window into a magical world-I hope you enjoy this chance to visit with her and learn what … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Nidhi Chanani
Holiday with Matthew Mead: Interview + DIY + Giveaway!
In this online world, there are people you may cross paths with who will inspire you… to create, to dream, to be passionate, to enjoy the simplicity of everyday tasks and to love what you do. Matthew Mead is one of these people. He is the Founder, Creative Director, and Editor-in-Chief of Holiday with Matthew Mead magazine. He’s also just a really great guy. I caught up with … [Read more...] about Holiday with Matthew Mead: Interview + DIY + Giveaway!
This little light of yours-Mama will let it shine!
I'm interrupting our regular programming to chat about creativity and children. It has absolutely zero to do with getting your business ready for the holidays but everything to do with our lives as creatives and the compromises we sometimes make on our journey as parents and people until something comes along to wake us up. Before I had children I knew exactly what I wanted … [Read more...] about This little light of yours-Mama will let it shine!
