Deco Mag – June’13 Issue (Press)

Posted on June 6, 2013 by CushionLady

Just a bit more press, which we happen to be in. Yay to that!
Not only are our wallpapers pretty to look at, they also help you keep a clear conscience on the eco side of things. So, not just a pretty face!

A snippet preview of the said blog (click on below text to read the full article):
“For contemporary wallpapers in strong colours, see Edinburgh-based Moody Monday’s impactful collections. The paper used is PEFC-sourced (The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) and inks are water-based. Wallpapers are hand-printed in small batches in Edinburgh to ensure any waste is negligible.” – Deco Mag, June’13 Issue

 

 

 

On the ethical side of things, we do try to keep things in the family (the UK). In addition to making most of our products in-house in our Edinburgh studio, we also only use Scottish or UK based suppliers and manufacturers. Which means that we are helping to support the UK economy and the businesses here, and that there’s also less distance on the supply chain, which equals to us contributing to being greener.

For more information on how we do the things we do, have a read here: ‘About the Handmade Process’.

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Help Us Choose Our New Homeware Designs!

Posted on May 29, 2013 by CushionLady

We have been busy here at Moody Monday HQ. Yes, indeed! We have been really busy creating new stuff to add to our homeware range, as it looked a bit lonely for some while now.

We have came up with designs to introduce into our coasters and placemats in our homeware range, and they are to match our debut wallpaper collection. So you will have the option of going all out with our designs, or you can choose to have snippets of it here and there as accessories around the home. And what best to start with but with placemats and coasters?

This new range is to completely replace the ones we currently have on our website, and it will be melamine finished to ensure prolonged durability. So not only will it be more robust, it will also be easier to care for.

On that note, we are so pleased at how the proofs had turned out that we now just cannot decide which one we should go for to start our modest collection of coasters and placemats designs! And this is where you come in to help us out!

As we highly value your opinion and great taste, we thought YOU should decide as to which ones you’d let into your design-conscious homes! We’ll even reward you for this! So we’re letting you decide which four out of the six design options below that are your favourites, and we should be making to add to our homeware range.

A preview of our coasters designs:

Coasters Design Votes

Coasters Design Votes

We will be posting this all over twitter, facebook, and of course our website.
Vote ends at midnight, Wednesday, 5th June 2013.

So get yourself in gear and help us decide in order to get your mitts on one of our matching sets of coasters & placemats with a combined worth of £58!

I will be looking forward to see what gets selected!

- eliza -

 

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Grand Designs Magazine, Special Edition 01 – June 2013 issue (Press)

Posted on May 28, 2013 by CushionLady

We would like to thank Grand Designs Magazine for featuring one of our wallpapers ‘Black Keys, Black on White’ on their Special Edition 01 – June 2013 issue as one of the Editor’s choices for their ‘Be Bold with Black and White prints’ under the Cool Neutrals section. This magazine just came out last Friday, and it is ‘The Extensions Issue’ available in any good newsagents or supermarkets.

Grand Designs Special Edition Magazine - The Extension Issue, June 2013 issue

Cover for Grand Designs Special Edition Magazine

Here we are!

Cool Neutrals, Editor's Choice Wallpapers on Grand Designs Special Edition Magazine

Editor's Choice Wallpapers on Grand Designs Special Edition Magazine

 

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The Scotsman – Sat, 16th March 2013 (Press)

Posted on March 19, 2013 by CushionLady

We’re delighted to share this bit of article on the Scotsman (we’re featured in this article!).

The Scotsman - Saturday, 16th March 2013

Full article content (minus the lovely pictures!) can be read online.

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Our Store Profile by Apartment Therapy

Posted on March 5, 2013 by CushionLady

We’ve got a store profile kindly written up and published by Apartment Therapy. Here’s a sample of the page:

Many thanks to Apartment Therapy.

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We are so 100% Design!

Posted on February 26, 2013 by CushionLady

We’ve got great news to share from our Edinburgh studio.. We will be exhibiting our newly released wallpaper and homeware in 100% Design, London 2013 this coming September! Exhibiting along some of the big names and players in design, we will perch ourselves on Stand D42 (right across from the seminar theatre), as part of the Emerging Brands circle. This event has been noted as one of the biggest event to go to during London Design Festival, and the registration is free if you get in there early.

Stand D42 - ©100% Design

We will be posting updates leading up to this event. So keep your eyes and ears peeled for our exciting updates on what will be happening leading up to it.

 

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Hotel Magazine (Press)

Posted on February 26, 2013 by CushionLady

Here’s a new bit of press, courtesy of Hotel Magazine – on their ‘What’s New?’ section.

Hotel Magazine, March 2013 Issue

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In the Press..

Posted on January 9, 2013 by CushionLady

First things first, I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! I certainly hope that you’ve had the most enjoyable time with your loved-ones over the festive period, even if they occasionally do your head in.

Now we’re into the main bit of the subject I’d like to share with you.
New Year, New Press! How about that eh? (Not too shabby at all!)
Here’s one news I’d like to receive on my desk more often!

Fourfront Exhibition Press @ The Metro (Wed, 9/1/13)

For more information on the actual ‘FourFront’ Exhibition itself, which is still on until 9th March 2013, you can read more about it here:

Craft Scotland – FourFront
Manchester Craft and Design Centre (MCDC) – FourFront
Moody Monday – Post Exhibition Update, Pre-Exhibition (The Process)

And here’s another one that was featured at MODH just before the end of the year (for January 2013 issue though):

New Wallpapers featured @ MODH (January 2013 issue)

Also another page where my wallpaper and business gets a mention:

Black Keys, Lime on Black Wallpaper featured @ MODH (January 2013 issue)

You can also read/ download the full copy on this link:
http://issuu.com/textilesscotland/docs/modh-jan13-edition

Hoping to see more of this in the new year! ;)

Warmest New Year Greetings,
Eliza

 

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Post Exhibitions Update

Posted on November 29, 2012 by CushionLady

Ooh the fun! The Glamour!
“What is she on about?” I hear you say?

Well, well.. I am of course talking about the exhibitions that I have been spreading words about since a few months back.

Just in case you’ve just tuned in, I am talking about the Scottish-Polish “KOLEKTYW” exhibition in Edinburgh, which is still on until the 2nd of December. Also the much awaited “FourFront” exhibition at Manchester Art and Design Centre, which will be running until 9th March 2013.

Following the successful exhibition at Manchester, which had been put together beautifully by the organisers of this event – a partnership between Manchester Craft and Design Centre and Craft Scotland, I am happy to say that some photos from the event is well due.

I am honoured to have been included as one of the four exhibitors that had been selected for this event, exhibiting alongside three other incredibly talented creatives in the vibrant ‘Northern Quarter‘ area of Manchester.

So without further adieu here it is:

 

Manchester – FourFront Exhibition

Manchester Craft and Design Centre (MCDC) had selected this wallpaper design for this particular exhibition.

FourFront Exhibit at Manchester

Dance! Wallpaper & (NEW) Cushion at FourFront, Manchester

 

Then we have the brand-spanking NEW cushions..

New Cushion Designs Launched at FourFront, Manchester

New Cushion Designs Launched at FourFront, Manchester

 

The NEW Black Keys + Dance! Cushions

The NEW Black Keys + Dance! Cushions

 

And, a cheesy but lovely group photo of everyone – of organisers from both MCDC and Craft Scotland parties and the exhibitors to finish it off nicely!

Manchester + Scotland United

This exhibition runs until March 2013, so plenty of time if you’re around the neighbourhood before then. Do drop by and say hi to some of the lovely ladies up there, and see the work on show of course! There are loads to see when you’re there, apart from the obvious FourFront exhibition, there are also many talents in the building with plenty of lovely work to look at and buy.

I would like to extend my massive thanks to everyone who came to this event’s preview last Saturday, 24th November.

 

Edinburgh – Scottish/ Polish KOLEKTYW Exhibition

New designs on both wallpaper + cushions are on show for the very first time in this event, and I am delighted to say that it has been a pretty successful exhibition so far.

This group exhibition is a mixture of artists and designers from a mixture of ethnicity, background, and creative disciplines, and I am delighted to be exhibiting along some really strong work and really talented individuals in this instance. A big thank you to everyone who turned up on the opening night and made it the exciting evening that it was.

This exhibition is currently taking place in the art’s complex’ gallery 1, at the 3rd floor.

Moody Monday's Corner

New Wallpaper+Cushion Designs on Display

 

New Cushion Designs + Geometry Wallpaper Samples

New Cushion Designs + Geometry Wallpaper Samples

There are in fact more images from the KOLEKTYW event to share on here, but I’ll post it on an upcoming separate post.

For the time being you get a general idea of what’s on display, so if you fancy having a closer look feel free to come along to the exhibition while it’s still running. It is on until Sunday, 2nd December at 5pm. So catch it while it’s there!

Also, there will be a closing night event on Saturday, 1st December, from 6pm-9.30pm, where the Polish Cultural Festival Association is involved. So it will be an exciting evening filled with polish food, drinks, and entertainment. This is a free event to attend.

That’s that for now, keep your eyes peeled for more updates on the KOLEKTYW exhibition after the closing night!

Now for the next event in line.. Open Studio @ art’s complex – Christmas Edition.

-eliza-

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Open Studio @ art’s complex, Christmas Edition 2012

Posted on November 29, 2012 by CushionLady

We have now reached the time of the year where it is time for us to open our doors to the public again. Following the highly successful turn out for the pilot Open Studio @ art’s complex back in April, in Edinburgh, we are now having our doors open for two days for Open Studio @ art’s complex – Christmas Edition! It will be happening on Saturday & Sunday, 8th – 9th Dec ’12.

There will be plenty to look at and things to do on the two days here.
There will also be plenty of samples ready for you to look at and choose from, and the opportunity to get your hands on our new hand-printed cushions, all ready for Christmas!

We will also have some drinks and nibbles ready on hand to keep the crowd happy!

Have a wee read of the event’s official poster. There will also be a tenants’ exhibition running in conjunction with the Open Studios event.

Official Flyer (Front):

Official Flyer (Back):

See you in December!

-eliza-

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What’s Going on Back There? (Behind the Scenes)

Posted on November 14, 2012 by CushionLady

What actually happens behind the scenes during the making of our products? Here, I will give you a little sneak a peek into the process that goes into our custom colour, and hand printed wallpaper.

Things have been really hectic in the studio in the recent months.

Even though new designs have been brewing in the background, I’ve not really had the chance to properly update the website some of the updates we have. Due to heavy work load and a number of difficult personal events that came in the way.

So in the spirit of making up for my slight neglect, thought I ought to post something to do with what’s actually been happening around here in the shades, just to keep everyone in the loop. Especially with a few exhibitions coming up, think it’s quite an exciting time to share what actually happens in the background (pre-glammed up designy stuff all ready to go to their new homes), complete with pictures too!

This is what happens or what it looks like when we’re hand-mixing the colours prior to printing, as one of the many preparations that’s very important to the whole screen-printing aspect. I really like the look of it, looks beautiful borderline tasty-looking actually (I highly suggest not to have a taste though).

ink mixing pot

Then there’s the testing of one’s mixed colour pot, which we put through the wash test as well so we can all be certain that it is safe for washing…

colour swabs

Then, we have the screen-printing stage..

new cushion designs being hand-printed for KOLEKTYW exhibition

Occasionally some sewing is required..

sewn with love and care

‘Et Voila!’ wonderful things are now created to adorn your interior space..

the cushions that were prepared for FourFront exhibition

new wallpaper design 'Modulate' sneak preview

new wallpaper design 'Black Keys' sneak preview

To have a closer look at the real deal, you can pop in to either exhibitions in both Edinburgh and Manchester and have a wee nosey.

Edinburgh

Manchester

I will be present in both event preview nights. So I look forward to seeing you there, do pop by and say hi!

-eliza-

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Leaving on a Jet Plane

Posted on July 19, 2012 by CushionLady

Oh yes! It is that time of the year where us designers get to have a break (yes, we’re entitled to our holidays too). But I’m not really going to be leaving on a jet plane, I wish! Still need a well deserved break though.

So, on this note.. this is a just a short announcement that we will be on our annual leave between 26th July – 26th August.

Our Edinburgh studio will be closed during this period, but the website will be up and running per the usual, where you can place orders, email us enquiries, etc. However, seeing that everything we have to offer you is handmade and are all made to order, we will not be processing them until we’re back.

So sit tight, and try and not miss us too much!

We will still have our stuff sold at the usual stockists though, so give that a go while you’re out and about enjoying the sunshine (or rain!).

Have a lovely summer!

-eliza-

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Happy Anniversary to Us!

Posted on July 13, 2012 by CushionLady

Well, well..
Don’t time flies when you’re having fun!

Here we were plodding away being a new business trying to make our mark in the wonderful world of design, and next thing you know a year had passed since we’ve had our website launched this time last year.

So, to celebrate this momentous event, we’re going to be generous to everyone and offer a 30% discount on all orders and purchases this weekend only! (you may read the poster for further info, clicking on it takes you straight to the shop)

Incidentally, this coincides with the lovely Black Box Boutique‘s 1st birthday too! They have some lovely stuff on special offer as well, to celebrate their birthday (our stuff in their boutique is also on special offer too of course!).

Here’s the fine print (just in case it’s not too clear from the poster):

* Starts at Friday midnight and ends at Sunday midnight. 30% discount will be added on after the insertion of the promotion code “momoweb1st-ann” and ‘update cart’, reduction does not include cost for P+P.

º Orders and purchases includes wallpapers. Please send us an email to state your intention of placing an order within period of offer to qualify for the discount – quoting the promotion code on your email. Where we can then discuss your requirements in further detail afters, at a time most convenient to you.

We hope you’re as excited as we are!

-eliza-

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Upcoming Events and Exhibition 2012

Posted on July 6, 2012 by CushionLady

Here is a list of upcoming events and exhibitions we’re going to be in for the rest of 2012:

“Kolektyw” Scottish-Polish Collective Exhibition
(17th Nov’12 – 2nd Dec’12)
Art’s Complex, Edinburgh
A crossover exhibition between contemporary art and design, featuring a selected number of contemporary designer and artists who are either of Scottish or Polish origin, or trained in either countries.

“FourFront, Scottish Contemporaries”
(24th Nov’12 – 9th Mar’13)
Manchester Craft and Design Centre, Manchester
An exhibition from Craft Scotland and Manchester Craft and Design Centre showing the carefully selected contemporary Scottish Craft practitioners.
Click here for more info: http://ow.ly/djW47

“Open Studios” Christmas Edition
(8th – 9th Dec’12)
Art’s Complex, Edinburgh
Doors open to meet the designers, artists, and makers at their workspace and a chance to buy their work directly.

“Art’s Complex, Christmas Tenants Exhibition”
(8th Dec’12 – 13th Jan’13)
Art’s Complex, Edinburgh
Exhibition of tenants’ work to run alongside the Open Studios event. A dynamic range of work and disciplines from traditional to contemporary art and design professionals within the art’s complex.

More details to follow in the following months leading up to these events. Keep a close eye on our blog posts for the juicy stuff.

I will also be hoping to see some or all of you in some or all of those events!

- Eliza -

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Silvery Rain and New Wallpaper Colour

Posted on July 5, 2012 by CushionLady

Although I have consciously told myself (inside my own head) that I will not bring up the weather.. it is pretty inevitable really. The shiny surfaces the rain makes, which is one of the few positive (aesthetic) points it possesses the past few days (especially with yesterday’s flood thrown into the equation), just begs for it to be mentioned in relation to the new wallpaper design that’s been worked on – new colour too! I think the word SHINY (or SILVERY) gives you a vague hint of what I’m on about.

I’ve been introducing metallic colour on a lighter base, as a lovely alternative to the black base that’s been distinctively Moody Monday, with lovely results if I should dare say so myself.

The best part about the wallpaper designs and colourways in the collection is that not only is it all hand printed, also you have a good colour selection to match any home decor colour scheme. You can even interchange the print colours to whatever base colour that’s already there, e.g. turquoise on black or on white base, silver on white or black base, etc, you get the idea! If not, drop me an email or give me a call and we can discuss colours ;) .

Without further adieu, I shall give you a sneak peek on what’s been cooking in the back ground (inside the studio) in the process of making ‘Black Keys’, still continuing “The Secret Music” collection.

'Black Keys' Wallpaper (Silver on White)

'Black Keys' (close up)

Greetings from Edinburgh,
- Eliza -

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In the Limelight..

Posted on April 1, 2012 by CushionLady

We are happy to announce that due to popular demand, our limited edition contemporary handmade cushions are now here to stay as our new re-issued designs collection. To mark this special occasion, we will have them exhibited (also available for purchase) at Limelight Gallery, 124 Morningside Road, Edinburgh until the end of April.

"Mint Paperclips" Long and Mini cushions

We will have them available to order directly through our website very shortly.
Meanwhile, you may still shop directly through our website for our other lovely contemporary handmade cushions.

Limelight is a two month pop up gallery, showcasing new and emerging artists and makers in and around Edinburgh. So get yourself in there and have a look around, as there are lots to see in there. Plenty of impressive work to look at (also available for purchase) made by emerging impressive talents around the burgh.

-Eliza-

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London Here We Come!

Posted on March 13, 2012 by CushionLady

As the first blog to grace our website..
I am very delighted and excited to have it christened by an announcement that we will be exhibiting selected designs of our contemporary handmade wallcovering in Pick Me Up exhibition in Somerset House, London. This exhibition will be running between 22nd March to the 1st April – daily 11.00-20.00, late night Thursdays until 22.00.

We will have our delightfully contemporary wallpapers open for orders for the duration of the exhibit with a supply of samples available for purchase. If you pick up one of our postcards on any of the days, you may be able to catch a sneak preview of one of our new designs that’s been brewing in our Edinburgh studio before the official launch! So do keep your eyes especially peeled for this one.

"Modulate" Wallpaper

NEW wallcovering design sneak preview - "Modulate" (White on Black)

We are also honoured to be represented by the fresh and inspiring People of Print. They will be running several print workshops on the day along with live drawing and print-making, and will be joining some of the very best collectives, gallery, and artists on this very special event.

Made in Edinburgh meets contemporary London. Can’t beat that combo really!

See you in London!

-Eliza-

 

P.S
I will also be making an appearance on the first day of the exhibit to admire the other talents in the printing hemisphere, being one myself of the textile variety. So feel free to say hi and have a chat if you’re around on the day!

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