The roots of style

For those of you who love textiles and style , don't miss the age of couture show at the V&A finishing in early Jan .

The sartorialist

This new blog is the talk of fashion circles......view at www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com

help for manufacturers

Designers and manufacturers have a friend in the MAS in London. I have just completed a programme of help to Forma Leather, to help them create more business through targeted marketing. See

http://www.formaleather.co.uk/ for their new web site and services.

They make wonderful garments like this one seen this week at London Fashion week.

If I can be of help to you in this way please get in touch , so that I can evaluate your needs.

amazing exhibition

saw this show today... blind light , a fascinating retrospective of Anthony Gormley ...see it before it closes on the 19th ...at the hayward

Eco Design Network

I attended an interesting workshop and exhibition yesterday run by the ecodesign network . They have a wealth of info , and opportunities for those wishing to develop their business in this way .

http://www.ecodesignnetwork.co.uk

As a business advisor I may be able to help you on some of these issues.

Cockpit open

this weekend , was the cockpit open studios. It was so great to see so many of my artist / designer makers displaying their work to such a high standard . This peice is by Teri Howes. Well done all . Hope the sales went well too . To see more visit

www.cockpitarts.com

new workshop

thought you might be interested in this work that I'm doing

.The Art of Knowing Yourself

Do you want to be able to achieve your dreams, feel more at ease with yourself, and in turn feel happier ?
As you learn how to use your inherent creativity as a means of self exploration, you connect to a place of truly knowing your inner self.
If you do please come to an introductory workshop I'm doing at the mind body spirit festival London 23rd May please see link below.

http://www.mindbodyspirit.co.uk/presenter.asp?pid=111

www.theartofknowingyourself.com

yvonne@theartofknowingyourself.com

07782 210304

Afternoon tea Paris style

I have just returned from a glorious week end in the Paris spring. One of the highlights was taking afternoon tea in the Laduree tea rooms .

Laduree are famous for their delicate tasting macaroons, in colours to match this seasons pastel trends !

Do look at their wonderful site for all kinds of rococo inspiration.

www.laduree.fr

Zandra on Radio

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/womanshour/listen/
here is a great interveiw with one of my brilliant clients......friday 6th april older entrepreneurs!

Great Opportunities

I spent a great evening tonight talking about branding and business strategy to a crowd of 40 businesses at KIS training !

All businesses need to develop strong roots , so training is essential ! to find out more look at their website www.kistraining.co.uk

Some of their help is for only north London, but others , like their programme for women , in non traditional work areas are pan London ,much is free or a an affordable cost !..check it out people!

TV on the internet

I am always amazed who turns up to my workshops on branding !

This week I ran a course for businesses in the media, and met Ajay Rai. he is a TV producer working on Internet broadcasts. He runs a very special site, to bring spirituality and understanding to world issues. check it out ! www.definingmoment.eu

A new business launch

Here is another very interesting site from a prospective client of mine! Check it out on
http://www.foundinteriors.com

Move it !, dance london

Today I am at the Move it , dance show case giving a branding workshop to the VIP exhibitors.

This is also a fantastic experience for all you dance fans, from Bollywood to Ballroom and very thing in between. There are loads of exhibitors there to ,one of them being a long standing client of mine Antonio Pacelli, who are the brand leader in Irish Dance shoes and accessories.

So if you fancy going log onto www.dance-london.co.uk

Network Miracles

Today was another great session , working with women going into business on the forward at 50 programme.

As we discussed all their ideas , we were amazed to find out how many links we already had , and everyone began sharing information , and help .

I had goose bumps on my arms !! It was so exciting to be in the flow !...so go for it girls ....you know how to do it now .

Branding that really doesn't make sense!

Here is a company specialising in creating 'musical brands' for their clients, and they have some great clients, but they don't practice what they preach themselves, there is not a single musical note on their own web-site!
To take a look, but certainly not listen visit....

http://www.sixiemeson.com/en/index.php

My clients at Country Living Show Business Design Centre London14-18 March

For original jewellery see Hayley Stanton , or visit her web site www.hayelystanton.co.uk

If a fab hat is what you need go and see Bridget Bailey or see her wonderful creations at www.Baileytomlin.com

Creativity sources

I thought I would share with you a great blog I just came across with lots of creative inspiration.
Mind mapping, brainstorming, visual exercises, creative exercises, things to get our right brains working
overtime.

Its at http://visualcongruence.blogspot.com/

Have a creative day!
Swan

Gisella: Live At ADORNMENT

My lovely clients are set to show some great gowns at the Adornment show ....you know what to do !
ADORNMENT: Evolution 2007
Sunday 8th-Monday 9th April
Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
@ Battersea Evolution

Info: http://www.adornment.org.uk

Goldsmiths Award for Stacey

Well done Stacey for winning this fantastic award!

Larger than Life - 18ct white gold, 0.47 certified white diamond, sapphire.This ring won the Technological Innovation Award, the two commended awards and helped to also win Stacey the scholarship. A great achievement!
We met through the workshops I run at cockpit arts ..she has great talent , and a steely determination to succeed........So if any of you want to own one of these fantastic pieces contact staceywhalejewellery@yahoo.co.uk

Atelier CREDO 2006

Hi Yvonne, I thought I would share with the readers of your blog, an International Credo workshop our Design School held at Fontevraud Abbey in Saumur last Summer on the subject of Croire 'to believe and belief'. Olivier Pigasse, who introduces himself at the beginning is the designer I work with on projects at the school.

We are working with the cultural centre within the Abbey over the next 3 years on their Credo cultural project. The next series of seminars will be in April.

The abbey is so beautiful, we spent the day there as a part of our school hosting the International Design conference, Intelligence Design. If you are ever near Saumur, it is well worth a visit.
Best wishes to you Yvonne
Sue Alouche

F50 forward at 50

Today is world women's day , and I spent it in excellent company !I was giving 2 seminars to women over 50 who are thinking of setting up in business. This fantastic programme is run by London Metropolitan University, here's what they say about it !

F50 - Forward at Fifty
A course for women over 50 is being offered by London Metropolitan University.
People are staying younger for longer and not everyone wants to retire. Plus there is a pensions crisis for women. Population forecasts show that the over 50s are likely to make up a growing proportion of business start-ups. Evidence suggests that the trend for more people over 50 to start a business will continue to grow.
The Forward at 50 short course is a unique opportunity for women 50+ who want to become self-employed, or who have recently started a small business, and would like to participate in a business support learning group. The course is part-funded by the European Social Fund and is open to women 50+ in the Greater London area.

If you are interested in finding out more please contact Hilary Farnworth or Jo Sealy: Tel: 020 7320 1573 Email: hilary.farnworth@londonmet.ac.uk Email: jo.Sealy@londonmet.ac.uk

Go for it girls !!!!

Asian Dreams

Last week I had the pleasure to visit the Asian Dreams Fashion show, showing off the immense`talent of British Asian Designers. This programme has been running out of Newham College for a number of years and I regularly teach Branding on the supporting programme. So well done to all the staff , supporters and sponsors for a FAB event ...to find out more about what goes on at Newham , or to receive their newsletter ,pleasecontact Bobbi Bobbi.Spall@newham.ac.uk

Great News

I open my email this morning to great news of my clients.

One has won 4 awards for her jewellery !! and another has launched some great new products.

All will be revealed when I get their permission to show you the images!

Well done gang !

Hello and Welcome

Hello to my new readers , and welcome to those of you who work with me, in the creative world.

I am always being asked how I got into this work, and to tell all ! so hopefully , we will have fun , exploring the world of my FAB clients , and their exciting businesses, and learn a few things on the way !