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5 books to unlock your creativity (that aren’t The Artist’s Way)
5 books that helped me unlock my creativity and build a creative business — proof there's more out there than just The Artist's Way.
How to make time for your creativity as a creative business owner
Struggling to make time for your own creativity while running a creative business? Here are 8 gentle, practical ways to protect space for your own creative practice.
10 creative business essentials I swear by
I’ve been running a solo creative business for over a decade, and in that time I have tried a lot of different things to make life as simple and easeful as I can. Here are 10 creative business essentials that I swear by to make that happen.
Inviting in a new season of creativity
As the seasons around us change, so too does our creative energy, both individually and collectively. As we move into Spring, take a moment to pause and invite in a new season of creativity into your life.
33 ways to play and bring more fun into your everyday life
Stepping into the unknown is a scary thing to do, and the practice of play is something that can support us through the process. Small and simple moments of play can transform your day and build your resilience to facing the unknown, and so I thought I’d offer out 33 ways to bring more play into your life.
How to begin with mindful doodling: finding calm during stressful times
I've been doing a lot of mindful doodling lately - it's been bringing me peace and calm during stressful times.
My chocolate cornflake crackles recipe
This is my version of the classic chocolate cornflake crackle - so rich they're almost like a crunchy chocolate truffle.
How to identify your emotions using an easy colouring activity
Colours have an emotional connection for many of us, and we can use them to express ourselves where we maybe don’t have the words.
A directory of my favourite independent makers
Designer-makers can be hard to find online sometimes, so here's a list of my favourite independent makers. Buy yourselves some loveliness!
Exploring the 4 seasons of creativity
Exploring our creative seasons can help us break down the unhelpful beliefs and expectations that we might hold around our creativity.
Designer-makers can be hard to find online sometimes, so here's a list of my favourite independent makers. Buy yourselves some loveliness!