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From Sketchbook to Shop: My Creative Design Process at PDCS
My creative design process matters more than ever this year. The great thing about being creative is that inspiration can come from absolutely anywhere. Just this morning, a beautiful orange sunrise filled me with ideas — colour palettes, paintings, and that familiar urge to create. Most of my designs start as simple pencil drawings. Sometimes that’s on paper, but lately it’s been on my iPad, especially as I’ve been focusing more on creating prints. I’ve been making a real ef
Penelope Designs
Jan 192 min read


Starting Small: Creative Goals for the New Year (Without the Pressure)
I began this year snowed in — cosy in bed, tucked under my electric blanket — and instead of watching only hours of Netflix, I decided to plan out each area of my life for 2026… while still watching Netflix, of course. One of those areas was my business. Rather than setting rigid resolutions that I know I won’t stick to, I’ve focused on realistic creative goals that I can work towards weekly or monthly. Goals that feel achievable, flexible, and kind — not overwhelming. Plann
Penelope Designs
Jan 122 min read


Last-Minute Gift Ideas
Why Art Prints & Tees Make the Perfect Christmas Present Christmas sneaks up every single year, and somehow there’s always that one person we completely forget to buy for. If that’s you right now — don’t panic! You can still grab a meaningful, thoughtful, beautifully designed gift without the stress. Everything on the PDCS site is created by me, with love poured into every piece. Our t-shirts are shipped manually from my little studio, and our prints are produced by a truste
Penelope Designs
Dec 7, 20253 min read


How to Choose the Perfect Art Print for Your Home ✨
Choosing art for your home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve been painting artwork for my own home since I was little, and over the years I’ve definitely learned through plenty of trial and error. Now, having this platform to share my finished and polished artwork fills me with so much joy — so let me help you choose the right colourful wall art for your space. Adding artwork to your home is such a simple detail, but it can completely transform a room. Pr
Penelope Designs
Nov 16, 20253 min read
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