I collaborate with considered brands that are ready to step away from performative marketing and create something more meaningful.
I use the internet and social media as tools, but know the real magic happens offline, in the conversations, connections and experiences that follow.
Clients + Projects
Brilliant women making their businesses work for them.
Logo Design
Web + Print Design
Podcast Artwork
“Omg I flipping love working with you! You just get me at first take… you are so bloody clever. I mean, seriously. You f*cking rock! I feel so happy!”
LUCY GRIFFITHS - LUCYGRIFFITHS.COM
I don’t do design & marketing like I used to…
Most of the noise online isn't communication, it's performance.
I’m no longer willing to create marketing that manipulates and convinces people they're not enough. I help businesses that actually care about what they do, to communicate that clearly, so the right people find them, trust them, and stay.
When your brand looks and feels like YOU and what you stand for, you stop competing on volume and start connecting on values. That's better for your business, better for your customers, and frankly better for the internet. The world has enough noise. Let's make something worth paying attention to.
A bit about me
I’m Carly, a designer, writer, mother and gentle rebel determined to live by MY rules, not someone else’s.
For years, I chased a version of success that looked good on paper but left me drained and disconnected. I got the job, the clients and the passport stamps. When I finally left corporate, I thought freedom meant working for myself - but the real shift came when I stopped performing the ‘capable woman act’ and hustling like I didn’t need sleep. Instead, I started showing up as my full, messy, intuitive self at home and in business.
Today, while navigating perimenopause and opting out of ‘the system’ as much as I can, I home-educate my daughter, design for brilliant brands and create content about simple living, motherhood, flexible working and learning in the wild.
Putting your trust and investment into someone can feel daunting, I’m here to make it enjoyable, supportive and collaborative.
We’re a good match if…
🤝 You value honest input and thoughtful collaboration - not just someone to execute, but someone who can shape and refine your ideas with you.
🌱 You want a brand and presence that reflects who you truly are -clear, cohesive, and easy to show up in.
🔥 You’re done with fast, performative marketing and want something more considered and aligned.
👩👧 You’re building a business that supports your life, your family, and your values - and want your brand to reflect that.
💡 You care about meaningful growth over quick wins, and want to create something real, ethical, and sustainable.
🎨 You’re ready to move beyond DIY and invest in design that feels like you- and works.
⏳ You’re looking for clarity and momentum, with design that helps you move forward with confidence.
“Working with Carly is a dream, she's professional, friendly & moved my website to the next level. She is now my go-to person for all design & web leads. Couldn't be happier!”
RUTH KUDZI - OPTIMUS COACH ACADEMY
Let’s Work Together
Start your Project for £385
Logo & Brand
For small businesses ready to look
cohesive and considered.
+ Logo suite (primary + submark)
+ Curated colour palette
+ Typography pairing
+ 3–5 brand assets
+ Simple brand guide (PDF)
Content Creation
For brands, spaces and experiences
that want engaging visual content.
+ Suite of templates
+ Content shoot or edit existing footage
+ 12 posts (photo, graphic + carousels)
+ 4 vertical videos (reels)
+ Caption copy
Print & Digital
Designed pieces that feel intentional
and aligned with your brand.
Examples:
+ Brochure design (under 12 pages)
+PDF guides / editable workbooks
+ Print ready document setup
+ Event / course materials
Monthly Creative Support
When you’ve worked so hard, and it’s time to GROW beyond yourself.
There are only so many hours in a day you can ‘sell.’ At some point, you have to outsource the tasks that aren’t your unique skill set so you can focus on what you do best. By freeing up your time, you’ll have the capacity to see the bigger picture and take your business to the next level.
Click here to find out more.
My Recommended Platforms for Start-Ups
(I’ll help you to find and set-up the systems you need)
If I had a Manifesto, it would be this:
The people I work with are ready to do life and business differently…
We’re not chasing trends, approval, or success that costs us our peace. We choose intention over urgency, community over comparison, and meaning over metrics. We believe life isn’t something to be squeezed into the cracks between work and bills, and that our businesses should support our lives - not consume them. We care about what we’re creating, and the impact it has on people, on the planet, and on the way we live day to day. We’re not here to sell for the sake of it, or to add more noise to an already crowded world. We’re here to build something considered, something honest, something that actually means something. We’re stepping away from the grind, the pressure, and the idea that more is always better, and choosing a slower, more intentional way of growing. We trust our instincts, we honour the seasons we’re in, and we create in a way that feels sustainable, not depleting. Because life is happening now - not someday. We know we were never meant to do this alone, so we link arms with one another -creating space for community, truth, and the courage to live differently.
Get in touch
I’d love to introduce myself and get to know you over a virtual cuppa. Please click the link below to fill in my enquiry form and I’ll be in touch asap to set up a call.
"Absolute talent! Carly created my logo & podcast art from an idea I had in my head. Turned out WAY better than I imagined! Happy client!!"
PAIGE CANNON KILLIAN
"Carly has helped me to bring my vision of my brand and website to life and has made it an enjoyable experience too! I can’t recommend her enough!"
Emily Sophie
"Carly has been excellent to work with - she's given me the foundations for my new branding - the look and feel and ideas on execution!"
SAM DIXON
Frequently Asked Questions
+ I'm just starting out, what do I need?
If you’re at idea stage or need everything pulled together, Momentum is the best place to start.
If you already have an offer and just need a clear, simple brand → The Makeover.
If your brand is set but you need content → The Marketing.
If you need specific design pieces to promote your offer or document design for a brochure, lead magnet or online course → The Materials.
+ How long does it take?
Projects are typically completed within a few days to a week, depending on your deadline and my availability, but we can agree a turnaround time in advance. Momentum (The Whole Shebang) will take place over 6-8 weeks.
+ Do I need to have everything figured out before working with you?
No,most people don’t. Part of what I do is help you simplify your ideas and turn them into something clear and usable. You don’t need a full plan, just a starting point.
+ How many revisions are included?
Up to two rounds of revisions are included to refine the final outcome. This keeps the process focused while still allowing space to get everything feeling right. I always suggest making a list of amends and/or questions and providing them at each revision stage.
+ Can you guarantee results (sales, growth, etc.)?
No - and no one credible should. What I can do is set you up with a clear, aligned foundation and assets so you can show up confidently and consistently.
+ What makes your approach different?
I’m not building polished brands that look good but don’t work in real life, and I no longer buy in to ick marketing tactics and exploiting peoples insecurities to get sales (eg. you need this to be better/younger/prettier/richer etc). I'm not willing to do that anymore. Everything I create is designed to fit around how you actually live and work, and I support people creating meaningful change — because I’m doing the same.
+ Do you offer website design?
Yes, a single landing page can often be achieved as one project, however, websites with multiple pages or extensive content are delivered as part of the Momentum package.
+ Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, a payment plan is available for The Momentum package, for my other services I typically ask for a 50% deposit with the remaining balance due on completion and before final files are transferred.
+ Is this right for me?
I work with brands that are creating something meaningful - whether that’s in wellbeing, personal development, creative or experience-led spaces. I don’t work with brands that rely on fast fashion, high-volume output, manipulative marketing, or profit-driven businesses built on rapid growth and consumption. If your focus is on depth, integrity, and creating something that genuinely connects, you’re in the right place.
+ How do I book?
Simply get in touch with your idea and I'll confirm how and when I can help, then we can set up a call to talk about your vision for your business and any specifics. From there I'll send a booking form and a link to pay your deposit.