The sun is certainly making itself known for the solstice here - it’s supposed to reach 38°C in the next few days which is a bit much if you ask me.
It has otherwise been a quiet couple of weeks; probably the most exciting thing that has happened was that I got a new cabinet for my office! We’ve been in the new house over a year now and so far all my paperwork, sketchbooks and art supplies have just kind of lived on the floor of my study. But no longer!
It’s from Urban Lockers, if anyone is interested! I was gazing at some similar ones from Mustard Made for ages but these seem to be exactly the same without having to trade a kidney and your first-born for them.
Lots still to do on the house but it’s progress! And with the added bonus that I feel super organised and like a proper adult.
From The Studio
My prints and sticker sheets arrived! I’m really excited to get these on my Etsy shop - I just need to take some better photos of them first I think! I used PRINT.WORK for the prints, business cards and individual stickers and they’ve come out really nicely! I found the sticker sheets super pricey with them though so I used Decal Empire instead and am really happy with them!
I’m hoping to maybe do a market (in actual real life) later in the year too, so I’d love to hear if you have done any and have any tips!
I’ve also been continuing with my picture book idea and have completed two more sample illustrations.
This week I sent the script and dummy book off to a couple of agents and publishers I’d love to work with; so begins the long waiting game where I try and forget about those submissions completely and end up checking my emails every 5 minutes anyway.
Lastly just some café sketches and a little Father’s Day card I made for my Dad (who loves golden retrievers)!
Food
Back to regular scheduling this week with pastries! Featuring a custard bombolone from the Bake Shop - General Store in Ely!
At home I’ve been making this Pineapple & Tofu Satay Stir-Fry on repeat in the last few weeks. It sounds kind of weird but it’s really tasty, I promise!
Things I’ve Enjoyed Lately
I’ve noticed I only listen to spooky podcasts when I do client work. Some kind of subliminal message from my brain perhaps? Either way, I’ve been enjoying After Dark again!
It’s my last time recommending Widow’s Bay as it finished this week, and I’m sure you’re sick of me repeating it (but it’s really good!).
I just started reading The Devils by Joe Abercrombie - I’ve had multiple people tell me it’s very good, and I am loving it so far!
Have a lovely Sunday everyone!
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