Why I decided to run my own Creation Station. 
I've worked in education and childcare for over 20 years and understand the importance that creativity has in a child's mental and physical development. I've always had a love of art and craft, studying art before training as a primary school teacher. Since then I have run art workshops in schools and parties and storytelling/craft sessions in a children's story centre in Essex before moving to Devon.     I'd been to Little Explorers sessions with my niece and nephew and really enjoyed them, thinking "I'd love to do this!". So when the opportunity arose to run my own Creation Station I jumped at the chance!    To see children creating and having fun with their grown ups in our Little Explorers classes, or making memories at our Arty Parties, is such a thrill and a privilege! 

What I did before I ran my own Creation Station.  
I've worked in education, after school and holiday clubs both in the UK and overseas, art workshops in schools and most recently, before I moved to Devon, in a children's bookshop running storytelling and craft workshops and parties. 

What I love about running my own Creation Station.  
I get to do what I love with lovely people! 

Something you probably don’t know about me. 
I appeared on the quiz show 'Blockbusters' when I was in sixth form. I only won £10 but I still have the sweatshirt and dictionary!    I worked and lived in the Alps for several years- I can snowboard but should be much better than I am! 

Things I love doing. 
Being with my family and friends, making stuff, travelling and being in the mountains or by the sea...the list goes on! 

My favourite joke.  
Two sausages in a pan. One says to the other " Wow, it's hot in here!"  The other sausage says "Oh my, a talking sausage!"    Two burgers on a barbecue- one says to the other.." Wow, it's hot in here!"  The other one says.....you get the idea!! 

My favourite food.
  ...is Gruffalo crumble! Failing that, roast dinner or a full English breakfast!