Say Hello to a Cat Like No Other Cats and creativity go hand in paw here at Happydesigner. When a ginger-and-white rescue feline named Erik joined our family, we never expected he’d go on to inspire an entire illustrated brand. ‘Oh Erik!’ isn’t just a cute concept—it’s a celebration of character, connection, and charm. Born…
Nature’s Art Box: Crafty Projects Using Leaves, Twigs & Imagination
Crafting with the natural world isn’t just a lovely way to pass the time—it’s a chance to slow down, connect with the outdoors, and create something meaningful with your hands. Whether you’re five or ninety-five, there’s magic to be found in making art from nature’s bits and bobs. In this guide, we’re sharing a joyful…
Flower Power & Paintbrushes: Why Nature is the Best Muse for Art (and Your Soul!)
There’s something magical about picking up a paintbrush and letting your creativity bloom. Whether it’s a cheeky daisy in a doodle or a sweeping watercolour of a meadow, painting nature makes us feel good. It’s fun, it’s freeing, and best of all, it doesn’t require fancy materials or a degree in fine art. Just a…
Book of the Month Review: The Adventure Globe – A Magical Tale of Travel, Teamwork, and Discovery
We’re incredibly excited to spotlight The Adventure Globe as our Book of the Month here at Happydesigner—an uplifting, globetrotting tale that blends magic, geography, and sibling teamwork into one beautifully illustrated children’s book. This story marks the debut children’s book by Sarah Lorimer De Santi, a passionate traveller, mother, and storyteller who drew on her…
What’s the Best Thing to Help Your Brain Unwind?
Give Your Brain a Well-Deserved Holiday! Our brains work hard—solving problems, remembering where we left our keys, and trying to figure out if we’ve already fed the cat (again). No wonder they need a little TLC! Think of your brain like a busy little artist—full of creativity, ideas, and the occasional what-on-earth-was-I-thinking moment. But even…
If books were heirlooms, which would you hand down?
We’ve recently celebrated World Book Day, the annual awareness event which plays a crucial role in keeping books relevant to children in an increasingly digital world. In an age dominated by screens and instant gratification, the charm of a physical book for children can sometimes seem dimmed. World Book Day acts as a powerful spotlight,…
Book of the Month Review: Buffy & Huffy
At Happydesigner, we believe that the best children’s books do more than just tell stories—they spark imagination, inspire curiosity, and leave a lasting imprint on young hearts. Every month, we handpick a book that embodies these qualities, and this time, we couldn’t be more excited to feature Buffy & Huffy as our Book of the…
Book of the Month Review – Emotions at Play: A Magical Pathway to Understanding Children’s Feelings
Life whizzes by in a constant flurry of tasks and responsibilities—yet if we pause and take a breath, we may notice that our children’s emotional worlds are just as busy and bustling. Think about it: one moment they’re over the moon with excitement, the next they’re cross as anything, and before you know it, they’re…
Brain Food Bonanza: Delicious Eats to Spark Your Creativity!
Creativity is the magic that brings ideas to life, whether you’re sketching a masterpiece, writing the next bestseller, or crafting a campaign for your clients. But creativity doesn’t thrive on thin air—it needs fuel! While we often think of inspiration as the key to creativity, what you eat plays a surprisingly significant role in keeping…
