Maldives Holiday

We had a wonderful holiday at Meeru Resort and Spa,

in The Maldives.

All I can say is "WOW",

and "Breath Taking".

The blue of the ocean, the light and warmth.

I relaxing atmosphere:)

A great place to spend a Birthday or special occasion. 

I made a sketch and sticky book to document the 

holiday, which I do for every holiday or visit.

Inspiration is often different when you are away from 

your normal surroundings.

The photographs I took daily went on Instagram, 

and Facebook,these inspired many, 

which was so lovely. 

 and I put a sticky note in my book,

so I knew where they would go when I got home

and printed them out.

I picked up a lovely magazine in Gatwick Airport

called,'Breathe' and it contained all the 

articles on 'Mindfullness', Mandalas and thoughts

on how to re-think a purposeful life.

These I added to my book as a permanent reminder of the 

wonderful feelings and ideas that came to mind.

Thank you to all that have encouraged and helped

make this trip of a lifetime happen.

A re- visit I think:))

but it did take ten years to save for this one!!!!

See my tour round the Jacuzzi Water Villa 712

Instagram and Twitter

The Old Art Room is now on Instagram and Twitter under 

The Old Art Room Jane Clark

The photos show at the top of this blog:)))

The red Indian Door Toran above is the first photograph

on the Twitter post.

Visit our Instagram

HERE

Bags Galore In The Studio

We have been busy this last couple of weeks making various types of Bags.

I made this Urban Camouflage Bag this week, needing a break from all the florals

in the studio:))

Then set it up for photographing and loved the display.

We are now on Instagram too follow the-old-art-room

A wall of bags slowly making an Exhibition.

Inspired by 'Linen Garden' we made our own pattern and have adapted the pattern

in various ways.

This is the start of a bag made with 1950's fabric and trim. 

A variation on a Bucket Bag:)

Muriel's versions.

Irene's.

Lorna's 'Scottie' bag is made from a previous pattern we have made in the studio.