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About me

Hey there! I'm Amy.

I started Gubbins in July 2022 after a month-long sabbatical. I realised that I wanted to bring more fun and tidy into the world.

I've got more than eight years experience working with people in tech. I've worked as a designer, developer, user researcher, illustrator, operations expert, and a no-code technologist. Definitely a Jill of all trades!

Now I want to use my skills to help small teams solve brand new problems. As your projects grow and scale, it helps to have someone on your team who's seen it all before.

Two truths and a lie.

I have a tattoo of a snail on my right calf.
I used to work part-time at my university's library.
I've played more than 500 hours of Animal Crossing.

My squiggly career.

2005

Built my first website

I made it in Neopets using only HTML and CSS.

2016

Got my degree

I graduated from The University of Warwick with a Computer Science degree.

2016

Moved to London

My first time living outside of the Midlands!

2020

Started freelancing

I focused on product design but ended up working on so much more.

2022

Launched Gubbins

My own studio for making neat things.

2023

Became a Notion
Certified Consultant

I'm one of only five certified consultants in the UK, and sixty in the world.

2005

Built my first website

On Neopets, in basic HTML/CSS.

2016

Got my degree

I graduated from The University of Warwick with a Computer Science degree.

2016

Moved to London

My first time living outside of the Midlands.

2020

Started freelancing

Focused on product design but working on so much more.

2022

Launched Gubbins

Building my own studio for making neat things.

2023

Became a Notion
Certified Consultant

One of only five certified consultants in the UK.

So why Gubbins?

Gubbins is a British slang word. It means assorted stuff, a vague collection of things, bits and bobs.

I use the word gubbins often to describe... well, anything. It's a nice comfortable word. It's good at conveying what I mean, even if it's vague and sounds a bit silly.

To me, Gubbins is a space where people can find a trusted expert for a wide range of niche problems. I want to help bring confidence and happiness to as many projects as I can!

Let's work together.

Gubbins works with people of all shapes and sizes. I'd particularly love to talk to you if:

  • You're a small business or solo worker

  • You love what you're working on

  • You can't find anyone to help because your problem is too niche

Feel free to reach out if you think we could be a good fit!