When I first started my creative career a ‘design portfolio’ meant lugging around a massive A1 folder or sketchbooks overflowing with tangible ideas. Since then my portfolio has had so many different iterations as I’ve […]

It’s been over 20 years since I started my journey to becoming a surface pattern designer. In that time I’ve seen technologies change, new techniques introduced & trends come & go. But at the core […]

Let’s dive into every Colour of The Year for 2026 that we know so far! Several colours have yet to be announced such as those from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams & most importantly Pantone (typically around […]

Today is a day I’ve been waiting on for a while. Let the goodness begin! 🙂 I’m so excited to share the launch of our affordable, easy to follow & packed full of exclusive advice […]

Kelly & I have been cooking up a storm of tasty resources for you over the last few weeks & we’re so excited that we’ve started rolling them out! Exclusively over on our re-branded @powerupcreate […]

It’s GIVEAWAY time! Win nearly £300 worth of creative support to celebrate the launch of our online Individual Portfolio Reviews service! You & a lovely friend could win the chance to receive expert advice from […]

I’m bursting with so much excitement today I might just pop. Why you might ask? Well if you spotted the spoiler in the title then something new is here… Kelly & I are now offering […]

My new project Power Up Create is finally here & I’m so excited to share it with you! Many of you may have known this account from my former online design school Make it in […]

Summer is absolutely my favourite time of year for how much inspiration it brings my design work to how much the rare appearance of the sun here in the UK lifts my mood 🙂 But […]

I have some things to confess this week 🙂 Confession #1: I often feel like an imposter. You might think it’s strange for me to admit this to you, as I’m the one usually guiding […]

Understanding the security risks facing your business is not just a matter of awareness, but a powerful tool that empowers you to take control. While there are more obvious security threats, both physical and digital, […]

Summer is a time for fun adventures & I also think it’s a great time for creativity. The sun creates such a positive environment to spark ideas, so let’s seize the opportunity! Below are some […]

Sharing your skills and crafts with like-minded others and showing them how to do what you do isn’t a new concept. Over the years, numerous individuals have established online and in-person portals and educational communities […]