Pumpkin and Sweetpea Creatives

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Creating Moments That Matter

Creativity, wellbeing and connection for the moments that shape us.

Welcome to Pumpkin & Sweetpea Creatives.

I create meaningful holistic creative therapy experiences, wellbeing resources and supportive spaces for parents, young people and adults — helping people pause, reflect, connect and celebrate the moments that matter.

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How can holistic creative therapy help you?

Sometimes, words aren't enough.

Holistic creative therapy offers a gentle way to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences through creativity, reflection and connection. You don't need to be artistic, experienced or 'good at crafts'. There is no right or wrong way to create.

Creative activities can help you slow down, express what may be difficult to put into words and create space to understand yourself more fully. It can help you:

Pause & Slow Down

Create space away from the demands of everyday life to breathe, reflect and focus on yourself.

Express Yourself

Explore thoughts, feelings and experiences in a way that feels natural and accessible to you.

Understand Your Emotions

Use creativity and reflection to notice patterns, explore emotions and develop greater self-awareness.

Build Confidence

Try something new, celebrate your strengths and reconnect with your creativity.

Feel Connected

Share meaningful experiences with others and create spaces where you feel seen, heard and supported.

Create Moments That Matter

Whether you're working through a challenge, reconnecting with yourself or celebrating something special, creativity can help you make space for the moments that matter.

Holistic creative therapy is not about creating something perfect. It's about creating space for you.

At Pumpkin & Sweetpea Creatives, I support people through different moments in life — from navigating parenthood and emotional challenges to building confidence, connecting with others and celebrating special occasions.

Explore the area that feels right for you.

Parent Wellbeing

Supporting parents through the emotional realities of parenthood.

A space to pause, reflect and reconnect with yourself beyond the demands of caring for others.

Creative Community

Creating spaces for people to connect, create and belong.

From community workshops to seasonal events, shared creative experiences can help us feel less alone and more connected.

Who I support

Emotional Wellbeing

Supporting adults through life's challenges and transitions.

Creative tools and meaningful experiences to help you explore your wellbeing, manage overwhelm and reconnect with yourself.

Teen Wellbeing & Growth

Helping young people build confidence, self-awareness and emotional resilience.

Creative and supportive experiences designed to help young people express themselves, understand their emotions and recognise their strengths.

Creative Celebrations

Meaningful creative experiences for life's special moments.

From hen parties and birthdays to baby showers and girls' nights, create something memorable together.

How We Can Work Together

There are different ways to create moments that matter.

Whether you're looking for personal wellbeing support, a creative experience for a group, resources to use in your own time or a meaningful way to celebrate, Pumpkin & Sweetpea offers a range of ways to connect, create and grow.

Wellbeing Support

Creative wellbeing sessions and workshops designed to create space for reflection, self-expression and personal growth.

Creative Workshops

Meaningful creative experiences for individuals, groups, schools, communities and organisations.

Wellbeing Resources

Workbooks, mood trackers and creative resources designed to support wellbeing in your own time.

Community & Events

Opportunities to connect with others through creativity, shared experiences and meaningful moments.

Creative Celebrations

Thoughtfully designed creative experiences for hen parties, birthdays, baby showers, girls' nights and other special occasions.

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Meet the Person Behind Pumpkin & Sweetpea

Hi, I'm Ashleigh, the founder of Pumpkin & Sweetpea Creatives.

My own experiences of motherhood, premature birth, NICU and my background in education have shaped the work I do today.

I created Pumpkin & Sweetpea to bring together my passion for creativity, wellbeing and connection, creating supportive spaces and meaningful experiences for parents, young people and adults.

Whether someone is navigating a difficult season, looking for space to reconnect with themselves, wanting to build confidence or simply hoping to create a special memory with others, my aim is always the same:

To create moments that matter.

My why
FAQ's
Polices

“ Creativity is intelligence having fun.”

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“Creativity opens a gentle path from pain to understanding.”

“Creating art is a journey of the soul- a therapy that doesn’t ask for words”

Testimonials

  • A testimonial graphic with a purple background, featuring a circular photo of a pumpkin and floral decoration at the top, and a pink speech bubble containing a positive review about creative therapy, with four yellow stars below.

  • Review of Pumpkin and Sweetpea Creatives, featuring purple and pink mini pumpkins and purple sweetpea flowers, with a handwritten style yellow text in the top right corner.

  • A purple and pink testimonial graphic with a speech bubble containing a positive message, a small pumpkin illustration at the top, and five yellow stars at the bottom. The background is lavender with decorative black and white star accents.

  • Testimonial graphic with a purple background, a speech bubble containing a positive review of creative therapy, a small circle with painted pumpkins, and decorative black star and splash marks.

  • A floral arrangement featuring purple, pink, and orange pumpkins with purple flowers and green leaves on a black background.

  • A purple and pink graphic with the word 'Testimonial' at the top, a circular image of pumpkins and flowers, a speech bubble containing a testimonial about art and self-acceptance from a student in September 2025, and five yellow stars below the text.

  • A letter written to Ashleigh expressing gratitude for her thoughtfulness in bringing a wolf picture for her to trace, which motivated a dog to come inside and bring it home. The letter mentions the dog loved the wolf picture and shared how the gesture made her feel appreciated, leading to a hopeful future of her attending sessions. The letter concludes with thanks for her kindness.

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Abstract painting of a butterfly's wings with a vibrant yellow background, red and blue splashes, and black outlining.
Autumn leaves and pinecones arranged in concentric circles on grass.
Colorful abstract drawing of swirling lines and shapes in pastel colors like pink, purple, green, yellow, and blue on white paper.
Colorful hand-drawn illustration featuring spirals, a house, trees, and children, along with a red heart.
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Colorful drawing of a house with a pointed roof, surrounded by lines representing sunlight and a purple and yellow patterned ground.
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Hand-drawn illustrations of people, including a muscular person, a person with glasses, and a person with long hair, with colorful backgrounds.
Colorful abstract painting with swirling patterns and splatters, with a white section in the middle containing the words 'Just Be' in black script.
A collage with a yellow background featuring a woman in a pink dress holding a large bouquet of flowers, surrounded by hand-drawn decorative elements and handwritten words like 'BE', 'LOVE', 'EMBRACE', and 'CALM'.
Handmade illustrated map of a forest with green trees, a large brown tree, and a circular label in the sky saying "Guiding You!".
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A colorful hand-drawn map with yellow pathways, green plants, purple flowers, and small icons like books, clouds, and a clock. Text includes words like 'P + S Creatives,' 'Talk & Listen,' and 'Own Space/Verbose.'
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A colorful landscape painting of a sunset over mountains and a river. Painting supplies, including paintbrushes, paint tubes, a palette, and paper towels, are scattered on a table covered with a gingerbread men patterned tablecloth.
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A child's drawing of a flower with red and purple petals, a green stem, and a blue and purple butterfly near the top left. The background has red splatters and red wavy lines at the bottom.
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Decorative painted box with a tree and the words 'Hope' and 'Box' on the lid, and a separate painted cover with a purple heart outlined in black and small pink flowers, placed on a brown surface with pink and purple paint marks.
An outdoor scene with an abstract colorful painting on an easel, surrounded by greenery and a small pond with plants.
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Display of promotional flyers and artwork for Pumpkin and Sweetpea Creatives, featuring a large painted sunflower, a colorful painting with red, yellow, and blue splashes, and a smaller poster with a yellow sun and handwritten words like 'family', 's
Outdoor art setup with paint, brushes, markers, and paper on a large white tarp with grass around.
A spiral pattern made with green leaves on the ground among dried brown leaves and small twigs.
A table set up for nail art, with nail polish bottles in various colors, nail brushes, a palette, paper towels, and decorative stencils.
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A white sheet of paper with colorful abstract paint strokes and splashes in blue, red, yellow, green, purple, and orange.
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