Before we even mention productivity, let’s be honest about who actually runs the Happydesigner household. No laptops, no meetings, no deadlines. Just cats overseeing naps, supervising creativity and appearing at exactly the wrong moment. After years of working alongside Erik and Ernie, and very recently welcoming Eddy into the mix, we have learned that productivity…
How to Catch a Cloud: Writing Magic with Your Kids
Why Catching a Cloud Is the Perfect Way to Start a Story Look up. Really look up. Clouds are doing all sorts of strange and wonderful things up there. One looks like a dragon having a nap. Another might be a mashed potato with big ideas. Clouds never sit still and that is exactly why…
Cosy Christmas Cheers from Happydesigner: A Festive Thank You and a Look Back at a Wonderfully Creative Year on The Happy Hub
A Warm and Whimsical Christmas Hello Soft fairy lights. A steaming cup of tea. Sketchbooks open across the desk. A cat or two wandering through the scene as if they own the place. That is exactly the kind of atmosphere that fills our studio at this time of year, and it feels only right to…
This festive season, why not make reading your New Year’s resolution?
We all know Christmas is about being together, gifting, perhaps some over-indulgence, and watching something on the box (or, more likely, streaming a festive favourite). But it also gives us some great quality time away from the hustle and bustle, so why not use this opportunity to make your plans for 2026? And why not…
Grey Skies, Bright Minds: Rainy Day Fun Indoors
Finding Sunshine Indoors There is a lovely kind of hush that settles over the world when the rain begins to fall. Raindrops tick against the windows, the air outside turns cool and fresh and suddenly the indoors feels extra warm and inviting. If you are here on the Happy Hub, chances are you already have…
From Oven to Imagination: Turning Treats into Tales
Where Baking Meets Storytelling There is something wonderfully magical about baking. A bowl of ingredients, a wooden spoon and a warm oven can turn the simplest mixture into something delicious. But if you look a little closer, baking is not just a tasty activity. It is packed with imagination. Every whiff of cinnamon, every swirl…
Twigs, Mud & Magic: Messy Play with a Purpose
Mess is marvellous! There’s something truly magical about the way children light up when they’re knee-deep in mud, stirring a wobbly potion made of sticks and stones. For little explorers, messy play isn’t just about getting dirty – it’s about discovery, imagination and the pure joy of play. Beneath the splashes and squelches lies a…
Tiny Breaks, Giant Ideas: Creativity Hacks for Busy Days
Ever noticed how your best ideas appear when you’re doing anything but working? Maybe it’s while waiting for the kettle to boil, walking the dog, or brushing your teeth. That’s not coincidence—that’s your brain quietly saying, “Hey, I’ve got something brilliant for you!” At Happydesigner, we’re big fans of finding creativity in unexpected places. And…
Meowgical Thinking: Why Every Creative Needs a Cat (or Two)
Picture the scene: sketchbooks scattered across the desk, pens rolling to the floor, a steaming mug of tea beside you, and right in the middle of your creative chaos… a cat. Maybe two. One is sprawled on your keyboard, the other is batting at your pencil, demanding your attention at the exact moment you think…
