Fiona Meakin Designs - Draw With Fi

Hello everyone! I hope you all had a merry Christmas and are looking forward to the NEW YEAR. Here are some more makes that I created before Christmas, enjoy!...

One of my cards is on 'featured goods' on folksy.com in the 'buying' section, so you can have a look if you want x

Have a look at my folksy site where you can purchase lovely hand made owl toys and a whole range of greetings cards. www.folksy.com/shops/grumpymonkeycards

Here are some of my Christmas cards for this year. They have been inspired by the owls I have been making for various gifts and craft stalls this winter. I began by making a sewn owl and then produced a series of hand drawn owl cards. My robin characters developed from there...

Here are some of my new creations...including my Grumpy Monkey doll! He looks pretty pleased with himself...and a little bit grumpy. Most of these new toys are made from one 'upcycled' jumper. I haven't wasted any of it; even the hood was made into a squidgy owl. They will be on sale soon at my folksy shop: www.folksy.com/shops/grumpymonkeycards...just in time for Christmas.

Inspired by Klimt, one of my favourite artists, I have been developing a series of paintings with my own take on his beautiful tree paintings. If you would like a print please contact me here, or at ficraftbox@live.co.uk

Saturday November 27th 2010 Learn to make an angel/fairy for the top of your tree! 10am until 2.30pm Venue : Compstall Cricket Club Pavilion Ernocroft Road, Marple Bridge (off Compstall road) This decoration is in the style of one of local artist Fiona Meakin’s illustrations (but there is lots of scope for personalising yours if you want to create a totally unique addition to your tree this year). Once you know how to make this you can make lots for Christmas presents this year or decorate your tree with a multitude of fairies! Refreshments are included – tea/coffee and mince pies/biscuits. Basic sewing skills required. All materials are provided. Places are limited so please book to avoid disappointment. Price £22 per person To book email Fiona at ficraftbox@live.co.uk Learn to make your own felt and felt tree decorations! Late afternoon session: 4pm until 6.30pm Venue: Compstall Cricket Club Pavilion Ernocroft Road, Marple Bridge (

I suppose he's slightly inspired by the monkey off Orvil who used to say,'I 'ate that duck!'

I fancy a nice brew in front of the Xfactor!

Checking the Twitterfeed x

I drew this bear after talking to my friend Vicki about her planned trip to Iceland.

Welcome to The Grumpy Monkey Card Company! www.folksy.com/shops/Grumpymonkeycards Inspired by my love of sending personalised cards to friends and family I have developed a range of greetings cards. I especially love hand drawing cards because I feel that they are extra special but I also produce small runs of printed cards. My current lines are: The Grumpy Monkeys Truly Turtles Babushkas and babies Bears and Butterflies Commissions and personalised cards are also available so if you have an idea please contact me at: grumpymonkeycardco@live.co.uk

Come round for a brew!! I love a cup of tea, I can't get through the day without about 6!

'Bee New Boutique' coming soon...

A boys design will follow soon. Contact me if you would like to purchase any of my gift cards. grumpymonkeycardco@live.co.uk

Make your own Christmas fairy/angel for the top of your tree and if time a variety of decorations using everyday items! Interested?...watch this space for more information. Whoops - I forgot to colour in the Y!

I came across these drawings whilst I was looking in old note/sketch pads for lesson plans yesterday. I drew them when I was playing the part of Eva Braun in a play at University. Neither picture accurately resembles Eva Braun facially, but somehow I think the top picture encapsulates how she wanted to (but could never) be viewed - an icon.

I was interviewed this week by my local newspaper. They are running a story on my rhino and other artistic enterprises, so I took the opportunity to take a photo of my studio space (which is infact the corner of my spare room). I am very lucky to have this extra space. The cat is my latest recycled creation. Also, I've just realised that my blog is just over two years old. That makes it a toddler in the grand scheme of things! For me, having a blog is important in order to track the process of creating ideas. The end product isn't always in the direction you thought your work would take.

Hello, I am back! I have been archiving and putting together some projects, as well as creating new work so have a look at this site...www.cargocollective.com/fionameakinillustrations...

Putting the finishing touches to The Wallower in my backroom back in Feb.

Mmmmmm....try a minty turtle, all pastel coloured like those ZAP lollies from the '90s. Remember them?

Me and The Wallower! I LOVE MUD!

Prints and original available for purchase soon at www.folksy.com and www.fiandme.co.uk

And so my turtle obsession continues!...

I've been having a sort out and came across some of my old books. Ivy Cottage by E.J. Taylor is so beautifully illustrated, my second favourite children's book after The Selfish Giant of course! Have a look at E.J. Taylor's other work at http://www.ejtaylor.com/