A series of quirky, quote based prints and textile goods inspired by everyday humour.

Of Life & Lemons was born at the same time as my first child. Caffeinated up to the eyeballs and slightly delirious from lack of sleep I came across the quote 'Given Enough Coffee I Could Rule the World'. It was so apt given my situation, I realised how a quote could speak to you and lift your spirits so I started designing prints around any that I found humorous or uplifting.

Before going on maternity leave I was working in London as a researcher for a fine art publishing company, sourcing new and exciting artists to be published as wall art products. Liaising with so many talented designer makers who were making a living from their craft left me green with envy and wondering if I would ever achieve this myself. After moving back to my Essex hometown to raise my son, I continued in my old job working part time from home but the hunger to start creating my own work was growing stronger and stronger. I wasn't particularly proficient in graphic design programs having done a painting degree but working on a computer seemed quicker and easier than getting all of my old paints out, only to have to put them away again when my son woke from his naps. I began to teach myself the programs, using the coffee quote as my starting point and slowly added designs to my new Etsy shop. That was the summer of 2011, fast forward to now and I have two children and an extensive range of products that alongside the prints, also include tea towels, tote bags, aprons and mugs. And the best part? I quit my job and achieved my dream of making a living through my designs!

Of Life & Lemons products have been featured in a number of national magazines including Ideal Home, Good Homes and Period Ideas. My prints have also been stocked in stores including Urban Outfitters and Selfridges.

All designs (c) Angie Freese