Fiona and Kate met, as a lot of women do, through their children. Both full time mums to five children between them, they were both searching for suitable work to fit around the demands of family life.

Fiona was looking for somewhere where her youngest son could be creative. There was nothing around. A comment to Kate in the playground and a gem of an idea from Fiona saw the creation of Mucky Pups back in 2003.

With Fiona's extensive business background and Kate's experience as a primary school teacher, they make an ideal team to lead a children's art and craft group.

Both still meet the demands of their families while managing to expand their business; both still love a good bottle of red wine and a night out with their supportive husbands !