About Crafty Fox By Design

About Marie

Hi there, I’m Marie – Your Creative Operations Partner!

I’m the founder of Crafty Fox By Design, but more importantly, I’m your behind-the-scenes support system. Think of me as an external team member – someone who’s there when you need an extra set of hands but without the hassle of finding space for another desk or computer.

I help small business owners like you get things done – whether it’s streamlining admin tasks, designing Canva templates, or making sure your documents look polished and professional. My mission is to help you simplify your admin and amplify your brand.

My journey so far...

My career has taken me through a variety of industries, from insurance and real estate to steel supplies, engineering and agriculture. Each role gave me a deeper understanding of how businesses function, the challenges they face, and most importantly how the right systems and tools can make all the difference.

I have always had a knack for organisation, design, and efficiency. Over the years, I found myself naturally drawn to helping others simplify their processes, elevate their branding, and saving time. When I discovered Canva, it felt like the perfect blend of creativity and practicality – so I decided to specialise in it. Now, as a Canvassador (official Canva ambassador), I stay up to date with the latest features, tips, and best practices, allowing me to help businesses make the most of Canva.

Having worked in small businesses and rural communities, I know what it takes to wear multiple hats. I understand the unique pressures of running a small business, and I love being able to help others find clarity and confidence in their own systems.

How our partnership can help you?

I’m all about taking things off your plate so you can focus on what you do best. Whether it’s:

Creating custom Canva templates that keep your branding consistent.
Proofreading and editing documents so they look polished and professional.
Teaching and coaching you to get the most out of Canva.
Hosting workshops and training sessions.
Helping you with essential admin tasks.

If it’s something you’ve been meaning to get to but never have the time, chances are I can help!

Where do I work?

Running a business from home gives me the flexibility to support my clients while also being there for my family. Remote work isn’t just a convenience – it’s a way of life. Whether you’re a local business or halfway across the country, I can support you from wherever I am.

Community & Connections

I love being part of entrepreneurial and business communities, where I can connect with like-minded people, learn, and grow. You’ll find me in groups like:

✨ Christian Women In Business
✨ Blooming Biz Academy
✨ Digital Queens Mastermind
✨ She Mentors
✨ Beam in Business

And when I’m not in business mode, you’ll probably find me on the hockey field! I’m an active member of the Tatiara Hockey Association and Mundulla Hockey Club, where I play, captain, and occasionally umpire and coach.

Fun facts about me!

🐶 Dog person through and through!
🍫 Dark chocolate enthusiast – the richer, the better!
🏑 Grass hockey player – and always up for a game!
😂 I have a broad sense of humour, so if you’ve got a great joke or meme, send it my way!

If you need a creative, organised, and reliable partner to take some tasks off your plate or need some Canva coaching, let’s talk! Book a free 15-minute call, and let’s see how I can help.

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TESTIMONIALS

Thank you so much for all of your help. I am very glad I asked for your assistance. It has been wonderful to have someone I can rely on to make changes to my website, help me to set up a mailing list and help schedule posts on my social media. You are patient and helpful with all my questions and have clearly explained the answers. You are a gem!

I engaged Marie to deliver a tailored presentation on Canva with our team to assist with efficiency and client experience. I fancied myself as a bit of an avid Canva user, but Marie showed me things that even I didn’t know!! I can’t wait to put these into practice as it will make things soooo much easier and more efficient. I also came away with a few ideas as well! Highly recommend Marie. Her training was so simple and easy to follow and the delivery was just the right pace. Marie allowed time to answer questions and share tips that was specific to our business too which I appreciated. Thank you so much Marie!

Marie’s training on using Canva was so helpful! Even though I’ve been using Canva for some time now, she was able to share an abundance of tips, tricks and hacks that has opened up a whole new range of projects I now feel confident to undertake. Excellent time investment for anyone wanting to go deeper into using Canva.

Highly professional, responsive and efficient. Marie is able to create designs which showcase my written work in ways that reflect my brand - practical, accessible and fun.

Working with Marie has been an absolute delight! She possesses an incredible talent for Canva and has been an invaluable asset to my business. If you're in need of virtual assistance, especially when it comes to understanding Canva and Social Media, Marie is your go-to expert.

Marie presented at our conference this year [2023] and was amazing. She brought a lovely light humour to her session which made it not only very informative & professional, but fun too. Our delegates loved her and raved about what they learnt afterwards, which was both practical and useful for them and their businesses. I would highly recommend Marie to speak at your next in-person event, conference or webinar.