Children's Book Creation
Wonderful adventures are built on the foundation of great stories!
These are a series of stories I created for Bluestone National Park Resort, that helped enhance the guests experience. The stories below were utilised for Character Creation, Activities and Workshops, Christmas Experiences and Stage Shows. Written & illustrated by myself (apart from the four WoodyWild books who were illustrated by Graham Brace)
Most stories were created to be read as part of Santas Workshop and would become the main signature show of their stay, these stories were gifted to the families.
Buzby Bee
& The Ticklewood Tree
Written by Myself, Illustrated by Graham Brace
As the sun disappears, Buzby the Bee is worried about the Tickelwood tree. An epic tale trying to find the sun, Buzby opens the door for readers to discuss the change of the Seasons.
Huwie Hedgehog
& his Boo-ga-loo Board
Written by Myself, Illustrated by Graham Brace
Huwie faces a dilemma after not tidying up after himself, can you help Howie find his Boo-Ga-Loo board?
Lola Ladybird
& The Secret Fairy Village
Written by Myself, Illustrated by Graham Brace
Have you heard of the Secret Fairy Village? help Lola track it down and make lots of new friends on the way.
Set Sail,
Shelby Snail!
Written by Myself, Illustrated by Graham Brace
Shelby spots a party, small problem that it's across the lake. Shelby may be small but has a great big imagination!
Jingles Christmas Story
Written & illustrated
The story of Jingles, the wooden puppet searching for the true meaning of Christmas. An adventure uncovering love, friendship and the warmth of a magical season.
The Jolly Ginger
Written & illustrated
When all hope feels lost and the Christmas spirit has gone, make way for the Jolly Ginger! The festive friend that everyone needs.
Christmasland Chronicles
Written & illustrated
The origin story of the Bluestone Christmasland offering, providing the back story for Tinkers Toy Trail through the woods. the Toy factory and the magical Snowglobe.
A Bluestone Christmas
Written
Took a pre-existing tale that was to be sold in shops and changed the narrative to suit Bluestone National Park.
On Dasher
Written & illustrated
As part of Santas Workshop, Santa told the tale of each reindeer. This tale was accompanied by the design of Dasher soft toy and given to guests.
On Dancer
Written & illustrated
As part of Santas Workshop, Santa told the tale of each reindeer. this tale was accompanied by the design of Dancer soft toy and given to the guests.
The Pumpkin Lab
Written & illustrated
Pumpkin Lab was created to support the show creation. The story of a scientific steampunk scarecrow who wants to build his true love. watch out for the crows!
Plush Toys / Merchandise Creation
Toys are children's words and play is their language.!
These are a series of Toys I created for Bluestone National Park Resort, that helped enhance the guests experience. The Toys below were utilised for Character Creation, Activities and Workshops, Christmas Experiences and Stage Shows.
Most Toys were created to be given away as part of Santas Workshop and would be brought to life in the shows that could be seen on the main stage.
Santa Squishie
Designed
The story of Claus wouldn't be complete without children collecting their very own squish able Santa plushie. Designed with the squish and gonk trend in mind.
Jolly Ginger Plush
Designed
Children got to build and stuff their very own Jolly as part of their workshop activity. For their hard work they received their very own Jolly plush after hearing the story from the big man himself.
Torch the Dragon Plush
Designed
Merlins Dinner show saw the appearance of a loveable dragon sidekick, Torch. The character proved popular and retail had asked me to develop a dragon design as being in Wales, they sell well.
Elf Year 5 Plush
Designed
The Elves were always a collectible for guests so it was important to develop. The elves were dressed in the same onesie I designed to be given to the children for Kingdom of the Elves.
Elf Year 4 Plush
Designed
The Elves soft toy was adapted to feature longer arms and legs so children could play more. velcro on palms meant kids could piggy back their elves which proved a popular decision.
On Dancer Sequence Plush
Designed
As in the story, the magical Dancer could change colours to hide away. Changeable sequins were very popular during the creation of this also. Giveaway from Santa.
On Dasher Colour Plush
Designed
As in the story, children could design a t-shirt filled with happy memories Dasher wears. When the children felt low they could read the happy memories written. Giveaway from Santa.
Teddy Blue
Designed
Bluestone's new mascot for 2024, an everywhere bear that is customisable at the Bear Boutique. will have its own shows and adventures, activities and coastal crew.
Elf 2024 Prototype
Designed
A prototype for the Kingdom of the Elves product returning for 2024 , new facial features and improved design.
Roody Reindeer
Designed
As in the story, Roody had lost an antler and was unloved, until he came across a jolly man in red. They helped each other and this lost toy finally found a home. Giveaway from Santa.
Twoo
Designed
As used alongside the story, the owl and the tatty tree. Two embarked on an adventure to home a tatty Christmas tree that couldn't grow like the others. Puppet giveaway from Santa.
Blue
Designed
As in the story, Blue was a magical reindeer that carried the spirit of Christmas inside, a musical melody that was sure to make you feel festive with each and every cuddle. Giveaway from Santa.
The Rockin' Robin
Designed
As in the story, the Rockin' Robin was Santa's secret postal service. Each child has their own robin that reports direct to Santa. Giveaway from Santa.
Elf Year 3 Plush
Designed
As in the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, this elf was dressed in the same uniform that the children were given. A delightful little mascot to mark the memory.
Elf Year 1 Plush
Designed
As in the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, this was Buttons form the Cinderella story. Elf was dressed like the character the children knew and loved. A delightful little mascot to mark the memory.
Elf Year 2 Plush
Designed
As in the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, this elf was dressed in the same uniform that the children were given. A delightful little mascot to mark the memory.
Costume Giveaway Design/Creation
Dress up and role play is key!! Live the experience- become the hero of your own adventure!
These are a series of costumes I created for Bluestone National Park Resort, that helped enhance the guests Kingdom of the Elves experience. These costumes were kept by the children as part of the experience.
ELF onesie prototype 2024
Designed
As Kingdom of the Elves returns for 2024, this was an opportunity to bring back and enhance a onesie offering. the difference is that they are looking to sell it in the retail outlets this year. I'd work on another option for giveaway.
Kingdom of the Elves Onesie
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, children would be dressed ready for the adventure ahead and would get to keep the onesie to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!
Elf Workshop prototype 2023
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, children would be dressed ready for the adventure ahead and would get to keep the onesie to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!
Elf baby booties
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, the Under 2's who wouldn't fit a onesie would get to keep the elf booties to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!
Elf.B.I Detective Capes
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, children would be dressed ready for the adventure ahead and would get to keep this detective uniform to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!
Elf Workshop Aprons
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, children would be dressed ready for the adventure ahead and would get to keep this workshop apron (and the items they collected for the pockets) to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!
Christmas Camo-Capes
Designed
As part of the Kingdom of the Elves adventure, children would be dressed ready for the adventure ahead and would get to keep this super hero Christmas camo-capes to remember the special occasion where they saved Christmas!