Olivia Colman launches one-of-a-kind merch with Epilepsy Action to raise funds

Academy Award-winning actress Olivia Colman has collaborated with Epilepsy Action on new merchandise launched this week to mark the charity’s 75^th anniversary.

The new T-shirt and tote bag feature Olivia’s own original design, ‘Wellies in a Puddle’, which she created for Epilepsy Action’s National Doodle Day, as well as her signature.

The T-shirt and tote are available to pre-order as separate items or in a bundle from the Epilepsy Action website right now until the autumn, with all profits going to Epilepsy Action to support people with epilepsy.

National Doodle Day Lead, Michael King, said: “We’re absolutely delighted with this unique collab with Olivia, and couldn’t be more grateful for her support.

“Our new T-shirts and tote bags are effortlessly trendy, with Olivia’s personal design, and all profits made from them are going to an amazing cause. Epilepsy Action runs some incredible services to support people with epilepsy, but this is only possible with the generous support of people fundraising or donating to the charity.

“Buying just one bundle, which includes a t-shirt and tote bag, can support the recruitment and training of a talk and support group leader, who will go on to provide life-changing support for people with epilepsy.

“Although Olivia herself doesn’t have a connection to epilepsy, she is a leading example of how those without epilepsy can still be a force for change. People with epilepsy can’t fight for change alone.”

National Doodle Day 2025

Best known for her roles in The Crown, The Favourite and Paddington in Peru, Olivia has supported the organisation’s creative fundraiser by donating her artworks for auction for three years.

This year, National Doodle Day will hold its 21^st annual auction of incredible one-of-a-kind artworks from famous faces, artists and illustrators from 26 September to 5 October. All profits will go to Epilepsy Action.

Marking Epilepsy Action’s 75^th anniversary alongside the new products designed with Olivia Colman, the organisation is also launching the Doodlers Digest in October.

This is a 12-page monthly puzzle book with activities centred around mindfulness and taking time out for yourself. People can receive the book in the post each month, starting in October, for a £10 monthly donation to Epilepsy Action.

You can keep up to date with all the Doodle Day Activities on our website or by following National Doodle Day on Instagram.