The Sign Maker • 26th April 2024

International Design Day

Kindness is important in every sense – not least across the business landscape. Although ‘kind design’ may not be a phrase we often hear, this year’s theme for International Design Day poses a curious question – ‘Is It Kind’? Read all about it in this recent blog for The Sign Maker.

The Sign Maker • 3rd March 2024

World Wildlife Day 2024

This year’s theme for World Wildlife Day is ‘Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation’. Check out this blog, written for The Sign Maker, to find out more.

The Sign Maker • 26th July 2023

Speaking Up For Swifts

If you follow the RSPB, you may have an existing awareness of the latest bird-related news. However, speaking up for swifts in the latest challenges facing the bird population is central to this week’s blog.

The Sign Maker • 16th March 2023

Branding With A Business Sign

Few things celebrate a business better than branding, yet so many miss out on showcasing their brand through business signage! Whether you’re a small business owner or heading up Britain’s beloved tourist hotspots, branded signage can make a notable difference.

The Sign Maker • 14th February 2023

What makes a Holiday Let?

I won’t have been alone in romanticising the idea of owning a holiday property. If you happen to be one of the lucky few who do, then this blog is for you!

UK Memorials • 19th December 2022

Making Space for Grief at Christmas

In a season surrounded with seemingly endless festive cheer, making space for grief at Christmas time might feel a little strange, but making room for it might allow you to navigate this season more peacefully than expected.

The George, South Molton • 26th August 2022

Welcome To The George

A warm welcome to The George South Molton blog! The George is a cosy, country hotel situated in North Devon. Via their blog, I hope to share more about the hotel, its lounge bar and upcoming events so check it out for more.

UK Memorials • 1st August 2022

The Importance Of Memories

Memories are an important part of how we establish identity in ourselves and connection with others. Consequently, there is something special about being able to explore shared experiences with one another – particularly in seasons of grief.

The Sign Maker • 21st July 2022

Why The Sign Maker?

There is something rather special about The Sign Maker as a business which is why I love writing for them. Curious about what makes them stand out - check out our recent blog, 'Why The Sign Maker?'

The Outdoors Group • 23rd June 2022

The Queen Bee Project (in partnership with The Sign Maker)

Forest School is clearly a fantastic way to facilitate a different learning experience for many individuals. As a team, we are honoured to have been able to create an additional resource to encourage further wildlife exploration in a new and exciting way, as well as to honour The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

The Sign Maker • 16th May 2022

Wildflower Meadows and Recovery Plans

Following a fantastic webinar hosted by The North Devon Biosphere, here is a short blog looking at Wildflower Meadows and Recovery Plans for Biodiversity!

UK Memorials • 5th May 2022

Navigating Grief In Nature

Nature can be incredibly healing – allowing us space to be mindful and find an unexplainable sense of peace. That is why there is something to be said for the experience of navigating our grief through the exploration of nature.

Five Minutes • 29th April 2022

Sparks & Kisses by Millie Blue Capon — Five Minutes

Being a big sister is a joy, so I loved writing about this little moment shared with three of my favourite people. If you fancy reading 100 cosy words, you can find my latest piece 'Sparks & Kisses' at Five Minute Lit!

13th March 2022

The Story Of My Hands

A short descriptive piece about my hands following a workshop with Laura Dockrill.

The Sign Maker • 11th February 2022

Caring For The Countryside

Caring For The Countryside; Creating A Wildlife Haven in Winter As the signs of Spring continue to arrive, we are considering the impact this season has on the wildlife around us. Caring for the countryside is important to us. Being situated in the heart of North Devon, we are lucky to be able to make Yelland Farm feel like a wildlife haven. From birds to bees, plants and trees, we continue to invest in making this space greener day by day – even during the winter. At The Sign Maker, we like to

24th January 2022

The Things That Go Unseen, Unsaid and Unheard

A hybrid personal essay on my experience of living with Chronic Illness, published by Small Leaf Press in Issue 3 of Jaden.

30th December 2021

Take My Place

'I came to Liverpool searching and I myself was found' - A poem and my open love letter to the city I was proud to call home while studying at university.

Pinterest • 28th December 2021

You Are So Much More ('Yours, Sincerely' Extract)

The Sign Maker • 3rd November 2021

How to look after Wild Birds this Winter

A blog on the benefits of having a bird feeder (The Sign Maker)

16th April 2021

Thriving as an Introvert

My personal experience of being an introvert and some practical tips on how to embrace it!