New Art Just Joined the Ink & Lace Family!

New Art Just Joined the Ink & Lace Family!

by | May 12, 2026 | Art, fashion illustration, Ink

New Art Just Joined the Ink & Lace Family — And They’re Ready to Steal Your Heart

Well hello, my lovelies — gather ‘round, because the Ink n Lace family just got a little bigger, a little brighter, and a whole lot sassier.

You know how some people collect shoes, plants, or questionable exes? I collect art moments — tiny bursts of colour, lace‑inspired lines, and the occasional “oops, I dipped my brush in my coffee again” masterpiece. And this week, I’m adding a fresh batch of originals to the studio shelves… and they are delicious.

From soft florals to bold abstracts to my not‑so‑secret obsession — fashion shoe illustrations — these new pieces are ready to strut, bloom, and sparkle their way into your home.

🌼 The Florals: Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Giftable

If you love gentle purples, warm yellows, and botanical daydreams, the new floral minis are basically whispering your name. They’re painted on thick, juicy 300gsm watercolour paper (because we don’t do flimsy around here), and each one comes ready to frame.

Perfect for:

  • your reading nook
  • your office wall
  • that one corner that needs a little “I’m artsy, but in a subtle way” energy

🎨 The Abstracts: Colour, Geometry, and a Little Attitude

Oh yes — the abstract pieces are back, and they’re serving warm oranges, magentas, teals, and all the geometric goodness your walls didn’t know they needed.

These are the “I’m sophisticated but also fun” artworks. The ones that make guests go, “Ooh, where did you get that?”

(You can smile mysteriously and say, “It’s an original.”)

👠 The Shoe Illustrations: My Tiny Passion Project Returns

If you’ve been here a while, you already know: I love drawing shoes. Like… really love it.

I used to custom‑illustrate heels, and that little passion has been tapping its stiletto on my shoulder again. So yes — the Manolo‑inspired pieces are officially part of the Ink n Lace lineup.

Expect:

  • plaid heels
  • pink heels
  • everyday women’s shoes
  • and more fabulous footwear to come

They’re cute, they’re collectible, and they make the perfect gift for your stylish bestie (or yourself — treat yourself, darling).

🛒 Where to Find Them

Because I like to keep things spicy, my art babies live in two places:

✨ Etsy — for curated originals & boutique vibes

Perfect if you love browsing handmade treasures and want a polished shopping experience. CLICK HERE

✨ eBay — for ACEOs, mini art, and collector pieces

Most of my ACEOs (those tiny 2.5×3.5-inch artworks) live over there, ready for bidding, collecting, and adoption into your art family. CLICK HERE 

So whether you’re an Etsy wanderer or an eBay hunter, a little something is waiting for you.

 

A Tiny Lace Leaf ACEO with a Tiny Scandal

A Tiny Lace Leaf ACEO with a Tiny Scandal

by | Mar 20, 2026 | Ink, Romanian Point Lace

🌿 A Tiny Leaf With a Big Story

Today I’m sharing a little treasure from my studio table — a new ACEO card that blends watercolor softness, bold ink lines, and a whisper of Romanian Point Lace stitched right into its heart.

This tiny leaf is more than a miniature artwork. It’s a bridge between worlds: the forests of Transylvania where my lace heritage was born, and the bright, modern creative life I’m weaving here in Australia. Every stroke, every thread, every tiny knot carries a story — and this one is part of a much bigger tale.

🧵 A Sneak Peek Into the Upcoming Book

This ACEO is one of the small projects featured in my upcoming book, Romanian Point Lace – A Transylvanian Tale of Threads, Tradition & Tiny Scandals.

The book is a love letter to:

  • the Women who taught me to stitch,
  • the traditions that shaped my hands,
  • and the tiny rebellions that shaped my voice.

Inside, you’ll find lace patterns, stories, rituals, and yes — tiny scandals — all wrapped in thread and memory. This leaf ACEO is one of the playful side‑projects that grew naturally from the book’s creative process. A little botanical moment where ink meets thread, and tradition meets modern whimsy.

🍃 About the ACEO Itself

This miniature leaf combines:

  • a soft watercolor wash,
  • a bold black outline,
  • and a delicate Romanian Point Lace filling stitched by hand.

It’s tactile, symbolic, and intentionally small — a reminder that even tiny things can hold entire forests of meaning.

💬 Let’s Make Some Buzz Together

I would love to hear what you think! Drop a comment below — tell me what this leaf reminds you of, what you’d like to see next, or what part of Romanian Point Lace you’re most curious about.

And if you enjoy this little peek into the book, please share this post. Every share helps this project reach more hearts, more hands, and more lovers of thread, tradition, and tiny tales.

XO,

Lorena