🌿Hey guys!

So glad you could join me in this little corner of the internet - welcome to Downton's Craft Lab! 

I thought I'd set the scene a little because if I were buying from someone, I'd definitely want to know... "Who am i ACTUALLY buying from?" And honestly, I don't blame you!

I'm Amy. I work full-time at McDonald's 🍟 (and have done for many years!), I'm a part-time Health Sciences student with the Open University 🩺 (if you haven't noticed already... I'm a complete medical nerd 🤓), and I love escaping into my own creative world 🎨 because, let's be real... life can get a bit overwhelming sometimes, and we all need something that helps us switch off.

I also live with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), and recently it's completely changed the way I look at life. Between long shifts, studying, hospital appointments, renal check-ups, blood tests and trying to manage my health, I've realised just how much I value keeping things simple and calm. I wanted systems that actually fit around MY life, MY circumstances and, quite often, my energy levels too...!

That's why i thought "Screw it!" and made this little shop.✨

Every printable you'll find here started because I couldn't find what I actually needed... All the planners I found were overcomplicated, overcrowded or too focused on prioritising looks and aesthetics over being genuinely useful. I wanted something simple, practical and with plenty of room to actually write.... so i made my own! Everything I create is something I either already use myself or something I've designed to make future me's life that little bit easier.

Alongside my digital creations, you'll also find handmade crafts (and plenty of behind-the-scenes creativity!) over on my instagram 📸 if you'd like to follow along.

Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and support my little creative journey. Honestly, I don't think I'd have the courage to step outside my comfort zone and start something like this if it wasn't for everything my health has taught me over the last few months.

Whether you're here for a printable, a handmade creation or simply because you're curious to see where this adventure goes... I'm really glad you're here. Thanks for stopping by! 🌿

- Amy🤍