Maneggi

Beautiful ribbon and pearl jewellery pieces by fellow Lancashire lass and BCTF Exhibitor Maneggi. I met Nikki, the founder of Maneggi when she was on the stand opposite me at the British Craft Trade Fair, where I spent the three days admiring her lovely stand and fashion accessories. They are all hand made using ribbons and an embroidery/folding technique, which are intertwined with various pearls. I think they are great statement pieces and love the elegance and sophistication of them. My personal favourite is the grey piece, (pictured centre) where I like the stunning, decorative shape, created by the intricate ribbon folds. To check out more Maneggi  pieces take a look here Online Etsy Shop

Clare Caulfield

I came across the work of Clare Caulfield through the Art Markets. I really like the intricate, lively drawings and the watercolour, inky style. Documented from Clare's travels through sketchbook drawings, the art works are of various cities and places around the world, icluding Venice, Paris and New York, as well as some from nearer places like Saltaire and the Leeds Victoria Quarter. With a love of architecture, Clare uses dip pen and ink to create the pieces as well as screen print to transfer original drawings on to paper and canvas which she then combines with hand painted acrylic.

The Art Market, Holmfirth

Hello everyone, today I have been making preparations for my next fair, in Holmfirth on June 24th. It looks set to be a great show, with lots of brilliant art pieces to buy on the day, so come and take a look around! I am exhibiting as a Newcomer, where I was really lucky to be selected! I will have my silk scarves and greetings cards available to buy, so if you are in the area come check it out and visit my stand :)

Louise Taylor Cards on Etsy

My floral print card designs, taken from my hand paintings and drawings are now available to buy through Etsy

Art Market Interview

Have a listen to my debut podcast interview for the Art Market, where I was lucky enough to be selected as a newcomer for the 24th June Art Market in Holmfirth. Really pleased to have been selected and for receiving some great guidance.

The Art Market: Welcome The Art Market Newcomers

The Art Market: Welcome The Art Market Newcomers: Well done to newcomers, Nicola Rawlings and Louise Taylor who have gone through our selection process and won a free stand and mentoring fr...

British Craft Trade Fair

I had a brilliant few days, exhibiting as a Newcomer at the British Craft Trade Fair in Harrogate. It was such a great experience to be able to meet other talented artists and designers and see such a high standard of work. I met some lovely people on the stands near me, 'Maneggi, Anna Wright and Mcdonough and Davies' check them out. This was my first ever show and trade fair which went really well, was great meeting buyers. I learnt so much and I gained some potential stockists and contacts, as well as receiving some positive feedback, so all really exciting. More updates to follow. 

Greeting Card Range

British Craft Trade Fair

STAND N53. Trade buyers can come and see my new collection for my official launch. Sunday 15th -17th April, Harrogate, Great Yorkshire Show Ground.

Rosa Classica Collection

After working hard on putting the designs together and sewing the hems I have finally got round to taking some photographs of my new launch collection of scarves, 'Rosa Classica' intended to be feminine, romantic with hints of nostalgia, with hand painted floral, rose designs taken from my watercolour paintings and drawings. They have been digitally printed on to silks in the uk, which compliments the painted qualities beautifully and I am really pleased with them. I am going to be officially launching my design label and scarf collection at the British Craft Trade Fair in April in Harrogate and then they will be available to buy thereafter.

Website Coming Soon

My new website will be launching soon www.louisetaylordesigns.co.uk Keep an eye out.

Printed scarves arrived

My new collection of silk, digitally printed scarves have arrived! Now for some sewing and cutting ready for the British Craft Trade Fair.

Louise Taylor Interview: Featured on Flowerona

Introducing designer, Louise Taylor... | Flowerona

flowerona.com

Today, I'm delighted to feature the beautiful floral creations of designer Louise Taylor, together with a Q&A.

I was flattered to be asked to appear on Flowerona for a Q&A. It is a lovely site dedicated to all things floral and worth checking out! See the full interview and images of my work here on the Flowerona Blog

Crafts Magazine March, April Issue

Louise Taylor Designs ad appearing in this month's/ April issue of Crafts magazine.

New Scarf / Launch Collection

The fabric with my new collection of scarves are now on order. Here is a preview of some of the samples, which will be ready to launch at the British Craft Trade Fair in Harrogate in April.