You can love what you do and still need a break

[Updated: 15/05/26] The FCS blog is taking a little break and will be back in the Autumn. Why? Because, as many of our Friday Features have shared, running a creative small business is a rollercoaster at times. Balancing work and life takes on a whole new dimension when you are your own boss. Sure, there […]
Friday Feature: Elaine from Elaine Buchanan Art – artist specialising in pyrography portraits and emotive pieces

Our Friday Feature this week is the incredibly talented Elaine from Elaine Buchanan Art. Elaine is a London based freelance artist with a very unique speciality… pyrography. Although she does also create with other mediums, she has become known for her work using the wood-burning technique – creating amazing portraits and emotive pieces. Let’s get […]
Create It Yourself: Easter Creativity

From homemade bakes to crocheted creations, there is something very wholesome and feel-good about an Easter make. So why not embrace some egg-celent Easter creativity (sorry, we couldn’t resist!) with our handpicked selection of projects from creative women with small businesses here in the UK… Bunny-ear Egg Cups Crochet Kit by Wool Couture Bunny-ear egg […]
Friday Feature: Lucy from Lucy Hannah Photography – brand photographer, helping tell the stories of creative businesses

Lucy from Lucy Hannah Photography This week’s Friday Feature is the lovely Lucy from Lucy Hannah Photography. Having started as a wedding photographer, Lucy realised her passion was actually in capturing the creative businesses behind the scenes… the ones literally making people’s weddings special. Now, with over a decade in business, she knows how to […]
Piped chocolate flower decorations – perfect for Mother’s Day cupcakes or pretty Easter Eggs

With spring really trying to pop its head up, Mother’s Day this weekend, and Easter hopping round the corner, our Monthly Motivation project for March is the perfect way to add a creative touch to your celebrations or simply elevate your ‘everyday’ treats: piped chocolate flower decorations. This style of edible chocolate decoration is often […]
Friday Feature: Alex from Alex Allday Ceramic & Surface Pattern Design – creating unique ceramics with pattern and texture

Our Friday Feature this week is the very talented Alex from Alex Allday Ceramic & Surface Pattern Design. Having recently celebrated ten years in business, Alex really understands what it takes to make a living doing something you love. Her business has evolved a bit over time, but she’s always stayed true to what brings […]