As a designer it can be difficult when you lose your creative mojo or are working on a particularly challenging project but it's important not to let this hold you back! We've got some tips to help you channel positive vibes and motivate you to create your best piece yet.

Last month we had the pleasure of taking part in the Kirkstall Art Trail through designing promotional material and maps for the Leeds community and approximately 500 visitors.

The Trail showcased local artists with amazing talent bringing neighbours together in the wonderful setting of Kirkstall. We loved the community spirit of this project!

We gathered inspiration by walking through the suburb, getting a feel of what visitors might see or experience on the trail. We wanted to combine the urban feel of the area with a sense of an adventure to create a dynamic and striking design.

We have recently returned from our amazing trip to Tenerife! We hadn't been on holiday in a while so this one was much appreciated. For the whole seven days we were there, it was hot bright and very laid back. The perfect escape from grey - but great - Britain! So what were the things we really loved?

Japanese illustration and design often provides us with a source of inspiration (in addition to our sweet tooth) which is why we were thrilled to receive a Japan Candy Box. Japan Candy Box is a subscription service which delivers a parcel of delicious snacks packaged in wonderful kawaii and quirky wrappers. We don't often have the luxury of savouring Japanese sweets so it was really fun to try something new! 

Sweetness is our Weakness allows us to chat to other creative talent who, like us, have a penchant for all things sweet. We love featuring new and upcoming talent as is the case this week.

In our latest Sweetness is our Weakness feature, we caught up with the wonderful Stephanie. Stephanie is an illustrator with a style so sweet - it'll rot your teeth. We love the bold graphic feel to Stephanie's (also known as Bobbolie) work. We can see her Japanese inspirations shining through.

We took advantage of the beautiful weather last weekend to visit Salts Mill which is set in the idyllic landscape of Saltaire, Yorkshire. The former mill now hosts a selection of galleries, shops and eateries all with a distinctive colourful and arty feel.