First Night Design | The Smart Gardener’s Handbook #Sold!

Don’t worry – you can change the title of this or any other Avery binder in my store!

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First Night Design | Valentine Blush All Over the Place

Valentine Blush Low-Top Sneakers

Valentine Blush Guest Book

Valentine Blush All-Over Print Tank Top

Valentine Blush Stationery

Valentine Blush Tote Bag

Valentine Blush Cushion

Valentine Blush Notebook

Valentine Blush Gift Tags

Available at the following galleries:
Redbubble
Zazzle US
Zazzle UK
Fine Art America [14 fulfilment centres in 5 countries]
Saatchi Art

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First Night Design | The Swan Also Rises Wrapping Paper #Sold!

The Swan Also Rises Wrapping Paper

The Swan Also Rises Wrapping Paper

Well, that’s a turn-up for the books. I’ve sold some The Swan Also Rises Wrapping Paper. Thank you, whoever you are!

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First Night Design | #Valentine Blush #Screenwriting

Valentine Blush © First Night Design/Sarah Vernon

I can’t bear it when I have nothing of my own to post because while I love finding other work on art, books, writing or photography to introduce you to, there’s always those niggling thoughts that run: “But you need to be promoting your own work to earn money!” or “Why aren’t you going back to writing your memoirs?” But it’s got to stop, as I’m sure you’ll tell me. Living is more important when push comes to ultimate shove and you’re not the twenty-eight-year-old you feel.

Quentin Crisp NYC 1992 Ross Bennett Lewis

Valentine Blush is new and I had every intention of uploading it to the galleries in time to catch the Valentine market. It didn’t happen and so it’s still not available to buy. I don’t care because I’ve become more embedded in the local community by making some new friends including writer Barbara Jane Mackie whose screenwriter father, Philip Mackie, adapted short stories by Saki in 1962 with a cast that just happened to include my father, Richard Vernon. Some of you might remember Mackie’s later work as he was responsible for the incomparable adaptation of The Naked Civil Servant [1975] with a never-to-be-forgotten performance by the late John Hurt as Quentin Crisp.

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Flying Turkeys Thanksgiving card #Sold!

Flying Turkeys Thanksgiving card. Personalize any greeting card for no additional cost! Cards are shipped the Next Business Day.

The shadows of flying turkeys trying, perhaps, not to be caught and end up on the Thanksgiving table!

Source: Flying Turkeys Thanksgiving card (868757)

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Patchworks VIII Greeting Card | Zazzle #Sold!

Original & vintage art © First Night Design

Source: Patchworks VIII Greeting Card | Zazzle

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“Birdcage Blossom” Leggings by Sarah Vernon | Redbubble #Sold!

What a lovely surprise!Featured in Creation 20th November 2016 / Featured in Vintage Retro Classic 6th December 2012. / Featured in Artists Universe 17th November 2012. / Featured in Vavoom 8th November 2012. / Daily Dazzler feature in Art Universe 27th October 2012. / Featured in Creative Cards & Calendars 26th October 2012.

Background from Astrid’s Artistic Efforts, flowers, birdcage and French typography from The Graphics Fairy. Created in Photoshop. / Blog / Facebook / Twitter • Also buy this artwork on apparel, stickers, phone cases, and more.

Source: “Birdcage Blossom” Leggings by Sarah Vernon | Redbubble

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Beautiful Flowers for Mother’s Day Lumbar Pillow | Zazzle

Don’t ask me why but the fact that there is no way to comment on this post is obviously a WP glitch.  It’s certainly not intentional. All my settings are as they should be to allow for comments so the WP gremlin strikes again. Thank you, Pete Johnson, for letting me know.

Size: Lumbar Pillow 13″ x 21″

Accent your home with custom pillows from Zazzle and make yourself the envy of the neighbourhood. Made from 100% grade A cotton, these pillows are the perfect complement to your couch!

• Dimensions: 13″ x 21″ (lumbar)
• 100% grade A woven cotton
• Fabric is made from natural fibers, which may result in irregularities
• Hidden zipper enclosure; synthetic-filled insert included
• Machine washable
• Made in the USA

 

Source: Beautiful Flowers for Mother’s Day Lumbar Pillow | Zazzle

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Chinese Lantern Surrounded Envelope | Zazzle

You may have realised I’ve been off the grid for the last few days. This is because I had my greatest friend staying and we had not seen each other for far too long. A glorious time was had by all! I am tired but happy and hope to be back to normal with all three blogs by Tuesday.

I have a passion for stationery, the more beautiful the better. Having said that, even a plain white envelope has a charm all its own.

Style: A7 Greeting Card

Classic envelope for invitations and greeting cards. 7 ¼” wide x 5 ¼” high. Works well with laser or inkjet printers. Made for 7″ x 5″ or smaller invitations and cards. Includes free inside printing.

• Designer Tip: To ensure the highest quality print, please note that this product has multiple customizable design areas. The unfolded outside design area measures 9.2″ x 11.3″. For best results, please add 1/8″ bleed. The unfolded inside design area measures 9.2″ x 11.3″. For best results, please add 1/8″ bleed.

Paper Type: Basic

Your business and personal mailings will stand out with this smooth, vibrant, matte, 80lb text-weight paper. Contains 50% recycled content (10% post-consumer and 40% pre-consumer waste).

Source: Chinese Lantern Surrounded Envelope | Zazzle

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Chinese Lantern Surrounded Throw Pillow | Zazzle

The ‘Queen of Cushions’, as Beetley Pete calls me, is back!

Size: Throw Pillow 16″ x 16″

Accent your home with custom pillows from Zazzle and make yourself the envy of the neighborhood. Made from 100% grade A cotton, these pillows are the perfect complement to your couch!

• Dimensions: 16″ x 16″ (square)
• 100% grade A woven cotton
• Fabric is made from natural fibers, which may result in irregularities
• Hidden zipper enclosure; synthetic-filled insert included
• Machine washable
• Made in the USA

Source: Chinese Lantern Surrounded Throw Pillow | Zazzle

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First Night Design | Chinese Lantern Surrounded #Art #New

Look at me, Ma — I have created something else out of The Fruit Look! A few subtractions, a few additions with the ephemera from Design Cuts and the Biodiversity Library on Flickr and I have done something different. It’s recycling if you will.

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“We live in a disposable society. It’s easier to throw things out than to fix them. We even give it a name – we call it recycling.” Neil LaBute (playwright)

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Available at the following galleries:
Redbubble
Crated
Zazzle US
Zazzle UK
Fine Art America [14 fulfillment centers in 5 countries]
Saatchi Art

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Island Love Postcard | Zazzle

Orientation: Postcard

Create your own vacation-worthy postcards right here. Any view you’ve seen, any monument you’ve fallen in love with, can all be added to our postcards with our personalization tool. Craft touching, hand-written correspondence while on your next road trip!

• Dimensions: 4.25″l x 5.6″w (portrait) or 5.6″l x 4.25″w (landscape)
• Printed on 110 lb, 12.5 point thick, semi-gloss paper
• Postage rate: $0.34

Source: Island Love Postcard | Zazzle

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Syncopated Lady iPad Mini Cover | Zazzle

Wisdom Extraction: Sadly, I’m not feeling so chipper today, nor did I at the end of last night. I think it must be a delayed reaction.  Mind you, Ben & Jerry’s Cookie Dough helped!

Style: Case Savvy iPad Mini Glossy Finish Case

Shield your iPad Mini from daily damage with a customizable iPad Mini case. Made of lightweight hard shell plastic, this case clips onto the back of the iPad adding protection without the bulk. Made with a glossy finish, your designs, photos, and text will look great displayed on this one of a kind case.

• Designed for Apple’s iPad Mini.
• Hard shell plastic case with glossy finish.
• Smart Cover compatible.
• Access to all ports, controls & sensors.
• Customize with photos, artwork and text.
• Designer Tip: To ensure the highest quality print, please note that this product’s customizable design area measures 5.85″ x 8.45″. For best results please add 1/3″ bleed.

Source: Syncopated Lady iPad Mini Cover | Zazzle

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Birdcage Blossom Letterhead | Zazzle

Size: 8.5″ x 11″

Spread your brand by creating custom letterhead for your personal and professional mailings. Browse thousands of elegant templates or add your own design and logo using our personalization tool. Keep your company top-of-mind with each and every mailing you send.

• Dimensions: 11″l x 8.5″w (standard letter size)
• Choice of five different paper types
• High quality, full-color, full-bleed printing
• Compatible with inkjet and laser printers

Media: Basic

Your business and personal mailings will have a crisp professional look on this matte, 80lb text-weight paper. Contains 50% recycled content (10% post-consumer and 40% pre-consumer waste).

Source: Birdcage Blossom Letterhead | Zazzle

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Birdcage Blossom Messenger Bag | Zazzle

Size: Rickshaw Medium Zero Messenger Bag

A powerhouse of versatility, the Rickshaw Medium Zero Messenger Bag is perfect as a workday commuter, overnight attaché, or travel bag. Vibrantly printed with your custom artwork or text on rugged polyester and designed with an interchangeable accessories system, this bag is as customizable inside as it is outside. Carefully constructed with a focus on environmental sustainability, this bag combines form, function, and a small ecological footprint.

• Dimensions 11″ H x 18″ W x 6″ D.
• Water resistant, extra durable (machine-washable).
• Large main compartment and 2 front pockets.
• Lightweight and forms to your body.
• Quick-adjust cam shoulder strap.
• Velcro strips accessory system; Holds a 13″ laptop (w/optional sleeve).
• Made with a sustainability focus in San Francisco, CA.
• Designer Tip: To ensure the highest quality print, please note that this product’s customizable design area measures 19.55″ x 38.58″. For best results please add 1/4″ bleed.

Source: Birdcage Blossom Messenger Bag | Zazzle

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