GC: "I can't speak for everyone, but for me it's essential. I get nearly all of my ideas from doodling in my sketchbook. It's my favourite part of the illustration process. I don't think you can make a meaningful 'finished' illustration without some kind of thought process informing it and creative people generally think visually: which means sketching, doodling and writing down ideas and inspirations."

DA: Is the book being about doodling designed to open it up to the widest possible audience, as with doodling there's no emphasis on being technically correct with your drawing?

GC: "Exactly. I wanted the book to be accessible to absolutely anybody, of any age, size or sex and of any drawing ability. It's not meant to be an 'art book' - it's a fun, interactive journal. I also didn't want to put any emphasis on 'Fashion' with a capital F, or shopping (which I don't enjoy, unless it's in charity shops).

"I've included tips for buying second hand and customising and making clothes and accessories (as far as my limited skills will allow)."

DA: How did you end up with a Finnish version? Can you tell us anything in Finnish?