November was full of creative momentum for me. I had every intention of posting regularly to social media, but the ideas kept coming and I didn’t want to step out of the flow. Holiday marketing will have to forgive me this year. When I’m able to settle into that productive rhythm, I tend to stay there as long as I can, and this month it led to something I’m genuinely proud of: five new collections. I leaned into blue, sage and creamy tan tones more than I expected, and I’ve been consciously steering my designs toward a style that feels at home in interior spaces.

Vinca Stripes

I started the month with Vinca Stripes, inspired by the indestructible little flowers (or weeds, depending on who you ask) that take over our yard every summer. My husband insists on keeping them, and I’ve finally admitted they’re charming. This collection is built on a clean, versatile symmetrical floral with coordinating linen look textures in multiple colorways. The pink and green version feels especially cheerful. It’s slightly nostalgic, slightly preppy, and surprisingly refined once you see it on home decor mock ups.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1420791

Winter Equestrian (and Friends)

Next came what might be my largest project of the month: my first horse themed collection. My personal challenge was to keep things simple and crisp, with a clear vision for how the designs would look as a bedding set. It began as a Christmas concept, then grew into a winter version in pink and teal, and finally evolved into a calming neutral palette with blues, greens, and browns. Each colorway developed its own personality, which is why they now live as separate collections in my Spoonflower shop. If I had to pick favorites, the jumbo ginghams in the neutral group are high on the list. They make wonderful wallpaper and I’m already dreaming up ideas for more color options.

Christmas: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1422057
Winter (Pink + Teal): https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1422224
Neutrals: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1425609

Flowering Olive Branch

This collection has a bit of personal history drawn into it. Years ago, I bought an olive tree that stubbornly refused to grow. It lived in a pot, looking more like a stick than a tree, until I finally planted it in the garden. It has since transformed into something strong and beautiful. There’s a lesson in there somewhere about timing and perseverance. Flowering Olive Branch reflects that simplicity and quiet resilience, with patterns designed especially with wallpaper in mind.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1425346

Preppy Coastal

I created this artwork while in New York City for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Not exactly a coastal setting, yet somehow I came home with seashells and ribbons on my mind. This collection holds a lot of fond memories for me, and the style feels clean, light, and a little bit playful. It’s a reminder that inspiration doesn’t always arrive from the most obvious places.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1427633

Pimpernel Florals

I ended the month with Pimpernel Florals, inspired by a botanical illustration I stumbled across in one of my vintage reference books. I created most of the artwork in Affinity on my iPad; a program I’m still getting used to, but one that’s quickly becoming part of my workflow. I’m gathering my thoughts on the switch and will share more about that soon. For now, this collection feels like a satisfying way to close out November.

Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/1429577

Looking Ahead

This month reminded me how much can happen when ideas have room to grow. December is already shaping up to be full, but I’m hoping to complete another four collections and continue refining my interior focused approach. With Affinity now in the mix, my process is speeding up, and I’m excited to see where it leads.

Thank you for following along and for being here during these creative sprints. I’m looking forward to sharing more…hopefully at a more reasonable pace.

November Recap