I just want to mention a really great designer Beth Gunnell. Beth works in both the fashion and stationery industry producing beautiful eye catching designs. Beth is from the Uk and you can view her brilliant blog 'Beths Doodles΄ at
http://bethdoodles.blogspot.com
Here are a few samples of her work...
I love this little fella....
Some of her designs were also featured in the Print and pattern book,