Freelance blogger, counsellor and narrowboater.
When you hear about an art exhibition do you ever get caught by thoughts that say… “Art is just for rich people.” “I don’t understand art.” “How can art change the world or solve a problem?” This art event with a difference defied many common assumptions people make about exhibitions, as pieces of artwork hung … More The Earth Without Art is Just “Eh”
Is your partner an awesome parent? Want to show them how much they’re appreciated? Need a unique gift that your family will treasure for years? A cartoon portrait commission could be just what you’re looking for. Simon had seen how I turned a smudgy sketch into a wedding gift and wanted something in a similar … More Twins Surprise Mum With Portrait Commission
How much fun can you have with an old box? Chilligibbon’s Stringed Things say, quite a lot actually! They make cigar box and vintage tin guitars, ukuleles and musical instruments on board a canal boat. This is how I used a chilli and a gibbon to create their new logo. Chilligibbon’s Stringed Things are licensed Roving … More [Video] What are Chilligibbon’s Stringed Things?
Are your kids too grown-up for an Easter egg hunt? Is your partner too old for chocolate eggs? Looking for a fun, unique and quirky gift? The Oeuf Mug is the Easter gift you are looking for! I am an Oeuf. You are Enough. Available as a standard white mug, or a white mug with … More Unusual Easter Gifts: For When Chocolate is not an Oeuf.
Bethan lives on a narrowboat with her partner, their dog, and their ferret. Everyone was included in this colourful portrait. Peggy created a picture of me and my partner on our boat and I gave it to him as a Valentines gift. He loved it so much he got tears in his eyes! So I’m … More [Video] Unexpected Gift Stuns Narrowboater!
Is your mum tired of flowers and chocolates?* Want to give her a gift she’ll remember? Something fun, unique and quirky? The Best Mum Mug is the gift you are looking for! Available as a standard white mug, or a white mug with black interior and handle, Mum will remember your kindness every morning with … More The Quirky Gift That Your Mum is Going to Love
Share and tag somebody who makes you feel good, when you’re next to them. You are enough. Tell someone how you feel with a rectangle magnet design that fits your sense of humour. This high quality fridge magnet is professionally printed on a 2.125″x3.125″ flat magnet. Your loved one can use it on a refrigerator, … More It feels good, with you next to me…That’s an oeuf.
I was looking for an original gift for my husband and had seen Peggy’s work. I loved the innocence of her work and so decided to commission a piece. Having shared some photographs Peggy captured two of our passions beautifully, and the essence of our relationship, my husband loved it and I was blown away. … More Couple Portrait: The Ultimate Unique Gift
“Don’t count the days; make the days count.” – Muhammad Ali Have you ever attempted to create massive changes in your life at New Year, only to be left feeling disappointed by February? Here’s a simple solution. Use a habit tracker to make small, achievable tweaks to your daily routine. Here are 5 things I … More How to Change Your Daily Habits in the New Year
I recently went to Peckham, London for my friend’s wedding and discovered this installation by Katharina Grosse at South London Gallery, ‘This Drove My Mother Up The Wall.’ The painted room is accompanied by two thought provoking documentary films. I couldn’t resist taking photos of my friends enjoying this colourful space. This quirky three minute … More This Art Exhibit is Just an Empty Room – And it’s Amazing!
Peggy Pegworth 