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Write the Theme Tune, Sing the Theme Tune!

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News/ Music

Bring your book series to life with a downloadable, read-along extra!

How To Be the Perfect Client!

Posted on August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News/ Writing Tips

Approaching an illustrator for the first time can be daunting. Here are some top tips for making that first meeting go smoothly.

So You Want To Illustrate Your Children’s Book!

Posted on July 21, 2020July 21, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ Graphic Design/ Latest News/ Writing Tips

So you have written a children’s book; but what does it mean to work with an illustrator? We chat to Sarah (Happydesigner) for some top tips about working with an illustrator.

The Latest From Happydesigner!

Posted on July 8, 2020July 8, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News

A few of the latest books from Happydesigner!

How Do I Bring My Character to Life?

Posted on June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News/ Writing Tips

Some top tips on bringing your character to life through illustration!

Quarantine Quandaries!

Posted on April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ Graphic Design/ illustrations/ Latest News

It’s so hard being professional adult, home schooler and parent or carer at the moment. Here are some activities to give you five minutes to yourself!

Happy World Book Day!

Posted on March 5, 2020March 5, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations

Play games with Happydesigner this World Book Day!

New Books Added!

Posted on February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News

Check out the latest releases and books coming soon from Happydesigner!

New Year, Same Year!

Posted on January 7, 2020January 7, 2020 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ Graphic Design/ illustrations/ Latest News

Beat the January grey skies with Happydesigner.

Keeping Fit With Charlie!

Posted on November 27, 2019November 27, 2019 by Nicola Cottingham

Children's Book Illustrator/ Children's Picture books/ drawing/ illustrations/ Latest News

Get active, Just Like Charlie!

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"Our brand wouldn't be the same without her on-going input. Just fab xx”
- Justine Rogers, Dainty Dizzy
"It won’t be a struggle working with Sarah, it’ll be a pleasure. Can’t recommend enough”
- Richard Quick
"You do have a very positive feel about everything you do. I do wish you continued success in all your work. All the best, Simon" - Simon James, Famous Children’s Book Illustrator
"She has a keen eye for the quirky detail, she is punctual and a joy to work with. I simply cannot praise her enough.” - Clickety Books
"Sarah is quality. Not just her design but she is a pleasure to work with."
- Bob Harper, Portfolio Marketing
"WOW! Love it! I'm so happy with what you've produced- and with so little input from me. FANTASTIC!!! THANK YOU” - Darren Pascoe: 'Red Rabbit Book'
“Got home tonight and the books had arrived. Absolutely love them. My girlfriend loves your illustrations.” - Andrew Jeffery: 'Wolfboy Book'
“Sarah is an extremely talented designer and illustrator. She has that rare gift of being able to find something in your business or character that you never knew existed" - Craig Green
“Logos received with a BIG thanks, Basically I love them all”
- Helen Chuah, Giggling Baby Products
"I hope my recommendation will persuade you to use Sarah! I cannot fault her, for her professionalism, enthusiasm and talent." - Michelle Hawkins, Director: The Flying DoDo
“Sarah is professional, friendly and very knowledgeable, she delivered 100% with a new logo that was spot on! We can't recommend her enough!” - Lucy @ Get Active
“I was so nervous ringing you as i've never done anything like this before, but you were so friendly and put me completely at ease.” - Donna Purvis
"The logos are absolutely fantastic, they are spot on brief and are even better than we imagined!”- Paolo Pini, Step Up To Languages
"Sarah understood what I was looking for and produced a fantastic logo for me. She is very approachable and friendly – I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her” - Katie Jarvis, Fancy Prints
"Sarah provided us with an extremely friendly courteous and efficient service and injected an energy into the project, that only Sarah could" Discovery Leisure
"Thank you so much Sarah! What a fantastic set of illustrations for the first in our series of children’s books. We can’t wait to work with you on the second book!" Jane Archer-Wilms & Marlies Veenhof
"Yes!!!! Wow…Love it!!! ..thanks so much, I absolutely the character design you have done for us!!! xx” - Lisa Dell, Cornish Firewood
"I am absolutely THRILLED TO BITS with your illustrations! THEY ARE MAGNIFICENT!”
- Susanna Jennicrai, Book Author
"i really like ur books my mommy reads them 2 me all the time ur really good at drawling and i want 2 be like u when i grow up :-)" Natassia Flegal (hd fan)
"These posters and flyers are perfect”
- Julia G, Manager at the Truro branch of Pets at Home