B81 Designs

B81 Designs I’m Bhavini, a Milton Keynes-based freelance graphic designer, coffee fiend and colour obsessive.

I know all the rules, but I also know how to break them to create striking and impactful design. I love working with clients of all shapes and sizes, from the likes of Barclaycard and British Gas to business-to-business start-ups, and it’s awesome that freelancing allows me to do both. Although I mainly work with organisations in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, I’ve done work f

or clients across the world, from Australia to America. So if you like what I do, no matter where you are based, I’d love to hear from you.

05/06/2026

Introducing Dear Bhav, head to my blog to read more!

18/05/2026

All Flows 2026…huge thanks to and for yet another incredible event! Spent a few days surrounded by lovely humans full of endless energy! So good to meet new people and catch up with people I hadn’t seen for a while , , , ,

And of course a huge thank you to the amazing team of volunteers that I got to work with this year!! Can’t wait for 2027 🎉

21/04/2026

A few weeks ago, I got a maybe/maybe not email in response to my application for a speaking summit.

Well the speakers for this particular summit were announced this morning (no my name’s not on the list) so I’m taking that as my opportunity to claim the sticker.

And honestly, it feels quite freeing. I’m ok with the rejection because I tried. And also because I was very excited about adding a sticker to my chart.

One door closes, one sticker goes on.

17/04/2026

I lent our daughter a copy of my book. 30 minutes later, it came back with a major upgrade. I mean look how sparkly and cool it looks!

You can’t walk into a room in our house right now without finding a stray gem on the floor. This is all thanks to our almost 13 year old, Amaya, and her current obsession with bedazzling.

She’s even started her own bedazzling business, taking orders from school friends and turning ordinary items into these sparkling masterpieces.

When she asked to borrow my book, I didn't realise it was being given a glow up! I also didn't realise that I was going to be asked to design a logo for her in return!

No business lessons or side hustle tips here, just a proud mum of a girl with a vision (and a tonne of glue).

I worked with Paula at Sickle Cell Society on their latest impact report. As the only national charity in the UK support...
28/01/2026

I worked with Paula at Sickle Cell Society on their latest impact report. As the only national charity in the UK supporting people affected by sickle cell disorder, it was incredibly important to communicate the full scale of the work they do.

This report is about more than just data; it’s a vital document that shares the real-world difference the Society makes. The goal was to move beyond the numbers and create a design that reflects the warmth, strength, and community spirit behind their mission.

By using photography and accessible layouts, we were able to celebrate the people driving change and the community at the heart of the charity. The final design balances clear outcomes with the personal stories behind them; professional, human, and full of purpose.

New year...same me. Back to work today after a fab few weeks off; a few weeks that were made better by the fact that Ste...
13/01/2026

New year...same me. Back to work today after a fab few weeks off; a few weeks that were made better by the fact that Steve Harrington didn't die, and I had a lot of pistachio tiramisu to get through!

Started the first working week of by 2026 by listening to the podcast I recorded with Leila about goal setting and going for a walk, with a detour to go say hi to Tikka.

My adult inset days last week were hijacked by the girls being home from school for an extra few days thanks to a heating system breakdown, so getting in some time for self care today was top priority!

January's looking like a really good blend of getting back into the rhythm of work and making time for things that bring me joy. It wasn't the 'perfect' return to work, but pivoting and getting through an extra few days of school holidays thanks, means I'm definitely ready for any Q1 challenges.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go and remind myself how to use InDesign!
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PS. If you were sitting down to watch Stranger Things with me, what's the one snack you'd bring besides tiramisu?

PPS. Booking design work in from mid Feb onwards, let's talk!

What. A. Year. 2025 delivered some serious firsts…and plenty of moments that pushed me way out of my comfort zone (it tu...
22/12/2025

What. A. Year.

2025 delivered some serious firsts…and plenty of moments that pushed me way out of my comfort zone (it turns out that’s where the good stuff happens, who knew?!?).

So, in the spirit of celebrating wins (big & small), I’m claiming a few bragging rights because apparently, that’s allowed!

✨ First-ever speaking gig at DIFTK.

✨ Volunteering with the All Flows team.

✨ Investing in myself through a 12-week coaching programme.

✨ Joining the WBL mentoring programme.

✨ Speaking on stage again — this time with Sarah Willingham and two brilliant women I was proud to share the stage with.

✨ Travelling to Barcelona, Devon, Paris, Dubai... and Paris again (because once honestly isn’t enough).

✨ Starting (and currently failing, but still trying) the rejection challenge.

✨ Being a guest on a few podcast interviews.

✨ Practising visualisation and gratitude; both new to me, but game-changers.

✨ And drinking plenty of very good coffees to keep it all going!!

And I cant forget all the brilliant design projects I’ve worked on this year!!

Now, if anyone needs me you’ll find me where the pistachio tiramisu is!! And also probably trying to stop these two chewing the Christmas tree!!

Half term’s here… and I’m absolutely not ready for it.If this morning’s anything to go by, we’re in for a week of organi...
27/10/2025

Half term’s here… and I’m absolutely not ready for it.

If this morning’s anything to go by, we’re in for a week of organised chaos.

Started the day taking Amaya for a blood test (all good, but my hand’s still recovering from all the squeezing!). Then I stopped by reception to ask about Reeya's test results…it wasn't until the receptionist said she couldn't find Reeya's info, that I realised I’d very confidently given her the wrong date of birth. Managed to mix up both my girls’ DOBs. Oops.

And it’s only Monday! I get the feeling this week will be a wild mix of multitasking, memory blanks, and more teenage eye rolls (with added sass) than I’d like to count.

To everyone else also navigating half term, may your coffee be strong, your humour stay intact… and your slip-ups remain our little secret (Reeya included).

20/10/2025

Happy Diwali! 🪔✨

Wishing you a celebration filled with light, laughter, and lots of sweets! Sending you all the joy, love and happiness this festive season can bring! Shubh Diwali!

22/07/2025

And just like that another school year's done and dusted.

I've done the last school runs. We've made it through the year in one piece despite Reeya giving herself a concussion, a school wide lock down and me constantly topping up their school accounts so they can buy snacks in the canteen.

Today is also Amaya's 12th birthday! So, alongside last emails and admin bits, I've been busy baking her fave chocolate cake.

For the next 6ish weeks it's all about embracing the chaos. I'll be juggling a teeny tiny bit of work, travel adventures with my girls and ice cream (also pastry) eating.

It'll be chaotic, but fun.

And then I'll take a lush week off after the kids have gone back to school so that I can recover from all the times I got asked for more ice cream!!

PS. My sunglasses are with the opticians so they can reglaze them correctly...keep your fingers crossed I get them back in time for Paris!!

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