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For brands with bark!

Personality-packed design for bold service-based brands that are done blending in.

Turn curiosity into action with thoughtful design and messaging that cut through the noise.

Amanda Makinson - a lad with long brunette hair wearin a pink shirt.

Book your free, no-pressure discovery call.

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PRINT DESIGN → DIGITAL DESIGN → BRANDING → MONTHLY RETAINERS →

When you look the business - you attract the business.

Let's be honest, it's a jungle out there, and getting seen, heard, and remembered in a crowded market has never mattered more.

You might be delivering an exceptional service, but if your brand visuals and messaging are blending into a sea of sameness, your potential clients will just scroll on past and miss out on your brilliance.

Level up your design,
magnetise perfect-fit clients.

Got a wild idea? Here's how I can help.

From business cards to brochures, get purpose-led designs that make a lasting impression on paper.

PRINT DESIGN

Bring your brand to life online with scroll-stopping visuals that attract and convert.

DIGITAL DESIGN

Build a brand that humanises your business and connects with the people who matter most.

BRAND IDENTITY

Keep your brand looking fresh and consistent with ongoing creative support tailored to your business.

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This is for you if...

√  You're a bold service-based start-up or SME.

√  You’ve outgrown DIY design or inconsistent branding.

√  Your visuals no longer reflect the quality of your service.

√  You’re ready to look established, credible, and consistent.

Who's behind hello sausage.

Say hello to your creative partner...

Hey! I’m Amanda - graphic designer, problem-solver, and sausage dog fanatic!

Based in Chorley, Lancashire, I’ve been diggin' deep into design for over 25 years, helping businesses across the country grow through effective design and visual identities.

 

I've always been a free-thinker and I know "playing it safe" makes you easy to ignore. There's no fluff or trend-chasing here. I believe you should unleash your brand and be bold, unique, and full of character (just like my fave four-legged friends).

 

I don’t do "pretty" for the sake of it - I help service-providers find their bark and create personality-packed brands and visuals that stop traffic and turn heads.

 

So if you're looking for an honest, no-nonsense collaborator to keep your brand on the right track, you're in the right place.

 

Ready to throw me a bone?
Let’s build something with bark.

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Check out how I can help you.

The 'right' designer matters.

Why work with me?

I'm not your 'run of the mill' designer. I'm here to ask the questions you perhaps didn't know existed and really dig deep into the heart of your business. 

 

There's a story to tell, and every business has one. Your unique quirks, your purpose, your personality and message are all hidden superpowers that we can use to set your business apart from your competitors and get more of the right eyeballs on your biz.

In a nutshell I'll give you...

After working together, you'll have...

√  25+ years graphic design experience

√  A friendly, collaborative, no-ego process

√  Strategic, purpose-led visuals that land

√  Clarity, confidence, and consistency

√  A no-nonsense, jargon-free, reliable partnership

√  A brand you're proud to bark about

√  Visuals that reflect the quality of your service

√  Consistency across every brand touchpoint

√  A strong message you can back

√  Time to focus on what you do best

Ready to bring your brand visuals to life?

No templates. No jargon. Just fluff-free strategic
design that packs a punch.

Book your free, no-pressure discovery call.

Happy clients.

They say it best...

"We love everything about our 'new look'."​

"Our existing branding and website were in desperate need of some creative ‘oomph’. Amanda presented a winning logo and brand identity and then went on to design a fresh, fun, and eye-catching website which was a smooth, staged process. Amanda is incredibly easy to work with and was excellent at steering us in the right direction regarding our products and clear messaging. We love everything about our 'new look' and the much-needed personality injection, and we're excited to continue working with Amanda."

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Design is a thought process, not just a pretty picture!

How it works.

The process

Step 1.

Get in touch.

Hit the 'Let's get started' button to fill in a short form. If we're a good fit we'll book your free discovery call, where we’ll discuss your marketing needs and how I can help your business.

Step 2.

Share your vision.

You'll complete the project brief form so we can get clear on your project, your brand and your goals. Deadlines will be agreed in this part of the process.

Step 3.

I design, you chillax.

Here's where the magic happens. Whatever your design project, it will capture the essence of your brand personality, coupled with a message that delivers.

Step 4.

Project complete.

That's it! You've signed off and are ready to go. Your print or digital files are on the way. This doesn't have to be goodbye, though; I'm always here if you need me again.

Book your free, no-pressure discovery call.

Tired of blending in?

It's time to wake up your audience, shake up your industry, and create the attention you deserve.

Book your free, no-pressure discovery call.

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