Since I last posted about painting, it has really taken over my life! I share all my work on my facebook page, and have many pieces for sale and am available for commissions. I don't have a shop currently but I plan to soon!
A Painting Update
Saturday, 18 September 2021
Since I last posted about painting, it has really taken over my life! I share all my work on my facebook page, and have many pieces for sale and am available for commissions. I don't have a shop currently but I plan to soon!
A Painting Update
Saturday, 18 September 2021
Introducing Tornado of Sews
Friday, 18 June 2021
I'm a big believer in supporting small businesses, especially during these trying times, and even more so when they happen to be run by an absolute babe! Tornado of Sews is my bestie Fal's new business, she makes incredible mixed media embroidery, sells prints and bookmarks of her original art, and is available for commissions too! I've bought an adorable tentacle piece, and also commissioned a family inspired hoop as a present for my parents, and can't recommend them enough.
Also, shout out to any Megadeth fans who get the reference!
Like me, Fal is a huge horror fan, so there are some amazing horror inspired pieces in her store. From Carrie, to awesome found footage movie Creep, to Candy Man, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and even cult classic Repo! The Genetic Opera, there is something any horror fan will love. I'm still gutted I missed out on her beautiful Midsommar piece and hope she brings it back again.
As well as horror movie pieces, there is also general spookiness abound, with cute pumpkins, waving tentacles, creepy scarecrows and more.
Most recently Tornado of Sews expanded into prints and bookmarks, and I am completely obsessed with this Wendigo bookmark in particular, what a cute spooky boi!
As luck would have it, they have just announced a new giveaway on their Instagram, so check that out below and enter!
If you want to see more, I'm going to post all of their social media links as well as their Etsy shop, so please check them out!
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TornadoOfSews
https://www.facebook.com/tofsews/
https://www.instagram.com/tofsews/
This isn't a sponsored post, I just really love this shop and am proud of Fal for starting her own business!
Much love,
Kitty xxxx
Introducing Tornado of Sews
Friday, 18 June 2021
I'm a big believer in supporting small businesses, especially during these trying times, and even more so when they happen to be run by an absolute babe! Tornado of Sews is my bestie Fal's new business, she makes incredible mixed media embroidery, sells prints and bookmarks of her original art, and is available for commissions too! I've bought an adorable tentacle piece, and also commissioned a family inspired hoop as a present for my parents, and can't recommend them enough.
Also, shout out to any Megadeth fans who get the reference!
Like me, Fal is a huge horror fan, so there are some amazing horror inspired pieces in her store. From Carrie, to awesome found footage movie Creep, to Candy Man, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and even cult classic Repo! The Genetic Opera, there is something any horror fan will love. I'm still gutted I missed out on her beautiful Midsommar piece and hope she brings it back again.
As well as horror movie pieces, there is also general spookiness abound, with cute pumpkins, waving tentacles, creepy scarecrows and more.
Most recently Tornado of Sews expanded into prints and bookmarks, and I am completely obsessed with this Wendigo bookmark in particular, what a cute spooky boi!
As luck would have it, they have just announced a new giveaway on their Instagram, so check that out below and enter!
If you want to see more, I'm going to post all of their social media links as well as their Etsy shop, so please check them out!
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TornadoOfSews
https://www.facebook.com/tofsews/
https://www.instagram.com/tofsews/
This isn't a sponsored post, I just really love this shop and am proud of Fal for starting her own business!
Much love,
Kitty xxxx
Kitty Paints A Lot
Saturday, 13 March 2021
A couple of months ago I shared my first attempts at painting, and since then I've not stopped! I actually have now set up a Facebook page just for it, and sticking with the naming theme, it is Kitty Paints A Lot. I figured I'd share some of my more recent paintings!
Kitty Paints A Lot
Saturday, 13 March 2021
A couple of months ago I shared my first attempts at painting, and since then I've not stopped! I actually have now set up a Facebook page just for it, and sticking with the naming theme, it is Kitty Paints A Lot. I figured I'd share some of my more recent paintings!
Paint Pouring : My Second Swipe
Saturday, 23 January 2021
In my last blog I talked about making two paintings as a surprise for my Grandad, I shared one, but not the matching one. The first one I shared here, was done with exactly the same colours as this one, but with white, and this was done with black. My aim was to create a sort of Spring/Autumn diptych, inspired by my Grandma's favourite clothing items. This is Autumn.
Paint Pouring : My Second Swipe
Saturday, 23 January 2021
In my last blog I talked about making two paintings as a surprise for my Grandad, I shared one, but not the matching one. The first one I shared here, was done with exactly the same colours as this one, but with white, and this was done with black. My aim was to create a sort of Spring/Autumn diptych, inspired by my Grandma's favourite clothing items. This is Autumn.
Paint Pouring : My First Swipe
Sunday, 17 January 2021
I recently blogged about my new lockdown hobby, acrylic paint pouring, and since then I've been really obsessed with practicing and improving. I bought some new supplies, Pebeo paint as it comes highly recommended and has been on sale at Hobbycraft, Pebeo pouring medium, which is mixed with the paint for a smoother flow, and silicone oil. You use silicone oil to make what are referred to as 'cells', they allow paint of different densities to rise to the surface of the painting.
I decided to do two paintings inspired by my Grandma. She always wore a pink flowery scarf, and in the summer loved a cream silk shirt. I picked colours that made me think of her and decided to do a style called a 'swipe', with silicone oil to make cells. When using silicone oil, a blowtorch is handy, yes really! It helps pop air bubbles within your paint, and also activate your cells. As the painting dries, the cells will change and grow, so a wet painting will look quite different to a dry one. I also used iridescent paint, which isn't obvious when wet.


Paint Pouring : My First Swipe
Sunday, 17 January 2021
I recently blogged about my new lockdown hobby, acrylic paint pouring, and since then I've been really obsessed with practicing and improving. I bought some new supplies, Pebeo paint as it comes highly recommended and has been on sale at Hobbycraft, Pebeo pouring medium, which is mixed with the paint for a smoother flow, and silicone oil. You use silicone oil to make what are referred to as 'cells', they allow paint of different densities to rise to the surface of the painting.
I decided to do two paintings inspired by my Grandma. She always wore a pink flowery scarf, and in the summer loved a cream silk shirt. I picked colours that made me think of her and decided to do a style called a 'swipe', with silicone oil to make cells. When using silicone oil, a blowtorch is handy, yes really! It helps pop air bubbles within your paint, and also activate your cells. As the painting dries, the cells will change and grow, so a wet painting will look quite different to a dry one. I also used iridescent paint, which isn't obvious when wet.


Original Stitch x Pokémon Company Holiday Surprise Release
Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Original Stitch & The Pokémon Company have a new limited edition product, shirt mini pouches! Their fabrics are always so cute, and I am such a Pokémon fan, that I just had to share these with you.
Here is their press release -
'The Pokémon Company & Original Stitch Unbox Holiday Surprise: Limited-Edition Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches featuring 251 Pokémon fabrics
SAN FRANCISCO & TOKYO, December 23, 2020—Original Stitch and The Pokémon Company today announced Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches, featuring designs from all 251 types of Pokémon print fabrics, showcasing Pokémon that appeared in the Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue video games, as well as Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver. The Mini-Pouches will be offered to anyone who purchases a Pokémon shirt, including dress, casual, relaxed, polo, or kids’ items, at no additional cost while supplies last (masks and bandanas do not count toward this promotion at this time).
Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches arrive on the heels of Pokémon Bandanas and Pokémon Masks, announced at the start of the holiday shopping season. The masks, bandanas and pouches come from the makers of Pokémon Shirts, a customized shirt service from Original Stitch in collaboration with The Pokémon Company, which has been available since February 2019.
“This is our holiday gift to fans,” said Marina Carroll, Marketing Manager at Original Stitch. “Giving back to the community that supported us with fun gifts is something we love to do. In addition, Pokémon Mini-Pouches support our passion for sustainability. They are made from fabric remnants left over from the tailoring of our shirts to reduce waste!”
Where to Purchase
Pokémon Shirts are available in the Pokémon shop at Original Stitch. Fans can get theirs today and choose from 251 fabrics or a plain base fabric to subtly customize the collar or cuff. Starting today, eligible purchases will include a Mini-Pouch while supplies last. In addition, the newly launched line of Pokémon Bandanas and Pokémon Masks make great stocking stuffers:
https://pokemon.originalstitch.com/en/mask.html
Original Stitch x Pokémon Company Holiday Surprise Release
Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Original Stitch & The Pokémon Company have a new limited edition product, shirt mini pouches! Their fabrics are always so cute, and I am such a Pokémon fan, that I just had to share these with you.
Here is their press release -
'The Pokémon Company & Original Stitch Unbox Holiday Surprise: Limited-Edition Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches featuring 251 Pokémon fabrics
SAN FRANCISCO & TOKYO, December 23, 2020—Original Stitch and The Pokémon Company today announced Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches, featuring designs from all 251 types of Pokémon print fabrics, showcasing Pokémon that appeared in the Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue video games, as well as Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver. The Mini-Pouches will be offered to anyone who purchases a Pokémon shirt, including dress, casual, relaxed, polo, or kids’ items, at no additional cost while supplies last (masks and bandanas do not count toward this promotion at this time).
Pokémon Shirts Mini-Pouches arrive on the heels of Pokémon Bandanas and Pokémon Masks, announced at the start of the holiday shopping season. The masks, bandanas and pouches come from the makers of Pokémon Shirts, a customized shirt service from Original Stitch in collaboration with The Pokémon Company, which has been available since February 2019.
“This is our holiday gift to fans,” said Marina Carroll, Marketing Manager at Original Stitch. “Giving back to the community that supported us with fun gifts is something we love to do. In addition, Pokémon Mini-Pouches support our passion for sustainability. They are made from fabric remnants left over from the tailoring of our shirts to reduce waste!”
Where to Purchase
Pokémon Shirts are available in the Pokémon shop at Original Stitch. Fans can get theirs today and choose from 251 fabrics or a plain base fabric to subtly customize the collar or cuff. Starting today, eligible purchases will include a Mini-Pouch while supplies last. In addition, the newly launched line of Pokémon Bandanas and Pokémon Masks make great stocking stuffers:
https://pokemon.originalstitch.com/en/mask.html
AD (Gifted) Original Stitch x Pokémon Company Masks* & Bandanas
Saturday, 12 December 2020
The lovely folks at Original Stitch have collaborated with the Pokémon Company to produce beautiful shirts, masks*, and bandanas, and they were recently kind enough to send me a few to try out!
I got my trust Snorlax teddy to help me model the masks, so you can really appreciate the adorable patterns. There are a huge amount of different prints available, all 151 Kanto Pokémon have their own print, and then you can choose what mesh to have your mask backed with.
And finally, you can never go wrong with a classic Pikachu print. This one is quite subtle, so if you want to show off your love of Pikachu in a less dramatic way, this could be perfect!
The banadanas also come in the same choice of prints, and are tagged with the Original Stitch logo. This is so soft and such good quality. I know I'll be wearing this in my hair, but there are so many other ways to wear a bandana too!
There are abstract patterns that feature Pokémon, black and white options, and really bright fun ones if that is more your thing too. I love the Lickitung, Vaporeon and Ditto prints in particular. With 151 to choose from, there is bound to be one you love.
Much love,
Kitty xxxx
(*) The mask is intended to be used as a fashion item and is not a practical product. Please note that there is no function to completely prevent infectious diseases.
AD (Gifted) Original Stitch x Pokémon Company Masks* & Bandanas
Saturday, 12 December 2020
The lovely folks at Original Stitch have collaborated with the Pokémon Company to produce beautiful shirts, masks*, and bandanas, and they were recently kind enough to send me a few to try out!
I got my trust Snorlax teddy to help me model the masks, so you can really appreciate the adorable patterns. There are a huge amount of different prints available, all 151 Kanto Pokémon have their own print, and then you can choose what mesh to have your mask backed with.
And finally, you can never go wrong with a classic Pikachu print. This one is quite subtle, so if you want to show off your love of Pikachu in a less dramatic way, this could be perfect!
The banadanas also come in the same choice of prints, and are tagged with the Original Stitch logo. This is so soft and such good quality. I know I'll be wearing this in my hair, but there are so many other ways to wear a bandana too!
There are abstract patterns that feature Pokémon, black and white options, and really bright fun ones if that is more your thing too. I love the Lickitung, Vaporeon and Ditto prints in particular. With 151 to choose from, there is bound to be one you love.
Much love,
Kitty xxxx
(*) The mask is intended to be used as a fashion item and is not a practical product. Please note that there is no function to completely prevent infectious diseases.