It’s been a while since I posted on my blog – funny strange few months! A new collection I designed has been released by Mac and Moon – a cute little camel collection for baby boys   The post camel collection appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

 I spotted my Lemon baby collection over at Mac and Moon   The post Lemon love baby collection…. appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

For some time now i’ve wanted to do some more embroidery – so this odd time has prompted me to make a start! Quite pleased with my first creation!   The post lockdown project… appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

So much has gone on this month and some massive changes have happened —- for everyone! I’m now getting my head around my children being at home, home schooling and trying to work in amongst. But actually in practise it isn’t so bad – and a small price to pay to get through all of this!   The post u k l o c k d o w n appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

Hope everyone is ok? I’m carrying on with this challenge as I think we should do as much stuff that is normal to keep sane! Wasn’t sure what to post for this prompt, thought about a stack of envelopes I use to send my Etsy orders  – but envelopes are generally brown and boring…. When my boys were younger and they went to what felt like 2 parties every weekend I’d often print off one of my designs and make some wrapping paper. So I have found a box and wrapped it up in one of bird designs! Shame there is nothing exciting inside!   The post Day 19 Packaging appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

So this morning I had a good look through some of my work drawers – I’m not a hoarder but I do tend to keep most of my work things…. Came across lot’s of examples for this prompt – technique.. Over the years I’ve worked with lots of different techniques, stitch, collage, pen, fineliners etc etc I guess there will be lots of parents at home right now in need of fun things to do with their children – one thing I suggest is use old envelopes, bits of scrap paper, old magazines/newspapers/ packaging and make some pictures! Tear the paper, cut it with scissors, make animals, buildings, flowers ..read more

Really focusing on anything positive at the moment. Trying to stay away from the news as its all a bit crap! So I am sharing some things i’m very proud of! It’s lovely to receive samples from companies and to see how your work translates on products! The photo includes my designs and illustrations on books, clothes, fabrics and stationary! The post Day 17 Proud of appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more

Exercise is a must for me – it keeps me sane! It clears my head, stops me worrying makes me more efficient and generally a better person/mum/partner/designer!   The post Day 15 Self care appeared first on Sally Payne ..read more