We teamed up with Canal & River Trust and Happy Confident Kids on their recent Let’s Go Outdoors initiative – designing and illustrating fun, mindful activities for families to enjoy in nature. From dragonfly breathing to canal sound maps and scavenger hunts, there’s something for every explorer! As well as printable resources for educators, we […]
We were commissioned to design, write and illustrate a 16-page children’s interactive story quest trail for the National Literacy Trust and Stoke-on-Trent Council as part of the city’s 100th anniversary. The brief was to write a literacy and history-focused activity trail for children aged 7 years and up, highlighting the heritage of the local area, […]
We were commissioned by the Tatton Garden Society to design and illustrate a series of bespoke interpretation boards for the Lovell Quinta Arboretum and its National Plant Collections. This arboretum signage project focused on creating visually engaging, informative interpretation panels that sit harmoniously within the natural landscape. Inspired by the surrounding environment, the designs use […]
Nestled in the heart of Caithness, John O’Groats Mill stands as a testament to centuries of tradition, being the last operational watermill in the region. With a remarkable renovation that breathes new life into this historical gem, the mill is not just a glimpse into the past, but an active hub for learning and community […]
Stoke-on-Trent City Council, in conjunction with Historic England and Barewall Gallery, commissioned Muddy Publishing to create, produce and install decorative and informative window interpretation at the historic Wedgwood Institute in Burslem. This built environment project was designed to improve the aesthetic appeal of the Grade II* listed building (previously boarded up) and to provide passers-by with […]
Solving Mysteries at Edinburgh Castle: Family Trail Design We recently had the exciting opportunity to collaborate with the team at Edinburgh Castle on a unique design project: The Mystery of the Missing Unicorn Horn, a brand new family trail booklet. Designed to engage a wide audience, from curious kids aged 7+ to teens and adults, […]
We were commissioned by Re-Form Heritage, custodians of Middleport Pottery, to design their wayfinding map and signage. The old map, although visually appealing, was difficult to decipher and did not accurately reflect the new brand guidelines. We collaborated with Middleport Pottery Stakeholders to create a fresh, contemporary design that is easier to understand and more appealing […]
The Children’s Accident and Emergency Department at Royal Stoke University Hospital has recently undergone a series of building works. The resulting structure made the entrance to the A&E reception a long, grey and imposing corridor. We were commissioned to create a new and inviting design to readdress the entrance aesthetic. The aim was to make […]
We were commissioned by the team at Gilbert White’s House and Gardens to create a child-friendly map of the museum and grounds to support improved accessibility for children and families. Who is Gilbert White? Gilbert White is famous for his pioneering work in natural history, along with his book “The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne,” […]
To complement a range of interpretation panels and activities, we developed a collection of heritage discovery bags for the Churches Conservation Trust and the Church of St Mary the Virgin in Shrewsbury. The bags were carefully designed to support family engagement with the stained glass collection. With a strong remit on sustainability, we worked with […]