In a world that can sometimes feel dark or dull, this is a space for celebrating creative women in the UK who fill life with light, love, colour, and joy. For supporting the hobbyists, the side-hustlers, and the full-time makers; encouraging their one-time projects and their life-long passions. For the painters, the writers, the content creators. The crafters, the florists, and the weekend bakers. It’s for you all. For being creative for creative’s sake (i.e. being creative for the simple joy of creating), but more than that… for being creative for creatives’ sake (for the wellbeing of creatives).

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Thaksala in the Inky And The Bears collage and hand-lettering artist studio
Friday Features

Friday Feature: Thaksala from Inky And The Bears, collage and hand-lettering artist

This week’s Friday Feature is the lovely Thaksala from Inky And The Bears. Thaksala is a full-time teacher by day and an artist by night (or any free time she can get!). Art and creativity have always been a big part of her life, and she even went on to gain a degree in fine art from art school. Her current focus and joy comes from creating collage and hand-lettered art, but she has a wealth of experience in all kinds of creative projects. Let’s get to know more about the inspiring woman behind the creative small business… Do you feel being creative is a part of your identity? Yes!

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Create It Yourself Feature Affirmation Projects cover image with illustrated hearts and flowers background
Create It Yourself Features

Create It Yourself Feature: Affirmation Projects

Here at FCS, we really believe that creativity is important for your mental health and wellbeing (even our tagline is ‘for the wellbeing of creatives’). It doesn’t matter what creative project or craft you do, or what time of year it is… it can help. But, ahead of mental health awareness week (12th – 18th May 2025), this month’s Create It Yourself Feature is going one step further in focusing on creativity for your wellbeing, by sharing four positive, uplifting, and encouraging, affirmation projects you can make yourself. And, as always, each one is designed by a wonderful creative woman with a small business here in the UK. “Find The

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Hannah Doodle in her studio
Friday Features

Friday Feature: Hannah from hannahdoodle, creator of cute and happy gifts, stationery, and accessories

She’s the creator of the cutest gifts, stationery, and accessories – all with happy little faces and sweet designs… our Friday Feature this week is the lovely, Hannah from hannahdoodle. Hannah creates a whole range of products to make people smile from greeting cards to pin badges. Though, she’s probably best known for her adorable felt teacup pincushions (or coffee or hot chocolate, if you prefer), with her trademark little faces. Let’s get to know more about the wonderful creative woman behind the joyful small business… What first got you interested in making cute things? I think it partly stemmed from watching and copying things by drawing characters I’d seen

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Rosanna Clare in her leather studio
Friday Features

Friday Feature: Rosanna from Rosanna Clare, creator of handmade leather goods, workshop teacher, and author

Our Friday Feature this week is the highly-skilled Rosanna from Rosanna Clare. After working as a Design & Technology teacher for a decade, Rosanna started her leather craft business in 2016 and quickly went on to launch her first book, ‘Sew Luxe Leather’, two years later. Passionate about reducing waste and sustainability, she tries to repurpose and upcycle old leather goods wherever possible, which led to her appearing on the BBC’s show ‘Money for Nothing’. She also shares her expertise through workshops, so other people can get creative and enjoy leather crafting. We asked Rosanna some questions to get to know more about her and her small business… Do you

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Lou from Tea and Crochet outside, wearing one of her crochet ear-warmers
Friday Features

Friday Feature: Lou from Tea and Crochet, creator of crochet bonnets, hats, and kits

This week’s Friday Feature is the wonderful Lou from Tea and Crochet. Lou designs and hand-makes gorgeous crochet hats, bonnets, and accessories for all ages; including an adorable collection with animal ears! She also has a range of kits, suitable for beginners, so you can enjoy some creativity and crochet your own cosy pieces. Let’s find out more about the creative woman behind the small business… What first got you interested in crochet? I became a mum in 2011, and to help with those first-time mum struggles, I started crocheting. It took a while to get the hang of it, but I’ve never looked back. What started as a bit

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6 ideas for a creative April illustrations
Monthly Motivation

Monthly Motivation – 6 ideas for a creative April

Spring has sprung, the clocks have move forwards, and with the lighter evenings, it’s a great time to start a new creative project. Here are six ideas for a creative April… 6 ideas for a creative April 1. Make a spring wreath. A seasonal wreath is one of the prettiest ways to make sure you’ll have a smile on your face each time you see your front door. It doesn’t have to be anything too elaborate, in fact simpler is often better. Just grab a wreath base, and some flowers (faux, dried, or fresh) and have fun creating. 2. Paint some eggs. With Easter this month, not only can you

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