Personal project
A story for Raine
A bedtime story created to comfort, connect, and gently ease the ache of separation.
Studio Mission: To help my daughter feel safe and reassured during moments of separation — especially at bedtime — by creating a story that reminds her my love is always with her, even when I’m not in the room.
The story behind the story
When Raine began struggling with separation anxiety at bedtime, especially around me leaving the room, I knew I had to find a way to connect with her heart, not just her fears.
So I did what I know best: I created something with love and intention. “Mummy’s love is like the moon” is a gentle, lyrical story that follows a little girl (just like Raine) who feels unsure when bedtime comes. But then she learns something magical: even when her mummy isn’t beside her, her love is always near, watching, glowing, guiding… like the moon.
Brining it to life
Every page was crafted to feel calming, cosy, and magical, with Raine at the centre, illustrated in her favourite pink outfit, cuddling her soft grey bunny under a starry sky.
Design elements included:
- Handwritten-style typography to mimic a bedtime whisper
- Silvery stars, soft textures, and a glowing full moon
- A warm, muted colour palette: dusky pinks, night blues, and soft maroon (my favourite colour — a personal touch)
- Printable layout for bedtime reading or hanging pages as calming bedtime art
Why does this project matter?
This project is personal, but it speaks to something universal: the power of creativity as a connection.
It reminded me of how design, storytelling, and motherhood can come together to soothe, empower, and remind a little one that they’re never alone. It’s also a reminder of why I do what I do: to tell stories that matter, whether for a brand, a cause, or a bedtime that feels a little too big.