Alex Murphy, a former office manager at The Times and editorial assistant at Financial Times' How to Spend it, is an experienced journalist and business owner with a passion for crafting and childminding. Murphy received a CYPOP5 certificate from Hertford Regional College and a BA Hons degree in Communication, Culture and Media from Coventry University. Before starting her crafting business called MumasaurusCrafts, Murphy worked as a press assistant at the National Farmers Union and a blogger at Pretty-Small-Shoes.com. As the former owner of Little Lambs Childminding, Murphy also has experience in childcare services. Her diverse background in media, office management, and childcare makes her a versatile professional with valuable expertise in multiple industries.