Creativity

Mindful doodling

Mindful doodling

I've been doing a lot of mindful doodling lately - it's been bringing me peace and calm during stressful times. There's something very soothing about making repetitive movements with your hand, and it gives your brain a focus without having to really think about what...

Chocolate cornflake crackles

Chocolate cornflake crackles

This is my version of the classic chocolate cornflake crackle - so rich they're almost like a crunchy chocolate truffle. I find Bournville chocolate has the perfect balance of sweetness for the recipe, but if you can't get hold of it then any plain or dark chocolate...

Colouring emotions

Colouring emotions

Activity time: 10 - 20 minutesColours have an emotional connection for many of us, and we can use them to express ourselves where we maybe don't have the words. Colouring emotions is a very simple activity I created for myself to help identify emotions, and explore...

My favourite independent makers

My favourite independent makers

Last tended: 8 November 2023For original homeware, stationery and gifts, buying from independent makers is absolutely the way to go. There's something just so satisfying about knowing you've helped another creative keep their business running, and you can't beat the...

Creative Seasons

Creative Seasons

I've been following seasonal and cyclical living for years now, and the more I understand about it, the more I have come to believe that we can also understand our creativity through the idea of seasons as well. See, creativity isn't fixed - it doesn't stay the same...