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I want to help you create a little JOY in your LIFE through ART. Whether you are a widow, widower, empty nester, suffer with anxiety and or depression, art helps me heal and it can help you too.

Dive into a world where art and creativity intertwine to spark joy in everyday moments. Here, you'll discover simple yet inspiring projects designed to ignite your passion for expression. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, join me in exploring the transformative power of artistry and the joy it brings to our lives.

Let's paint, craft, and create our way to happiness together!

-Teresa

How Art & Creativity Heal

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  • Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Collaboration Filled With Creativity, Warm Drinks & Handmade Joy

    Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Colla...

    If you’re looking for handmade gift ideas, printables, junk journal inspiration, home décor DIYs, beginner-friendly projects, or just a cozy afternoon of crafting videos, this playlist is your new best friend. Grab a warm drink, click play,...

    Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Colla...

    If you’re looking for handmade gift ideas, printables, junk journal inspiration, home décor DIYs, beginner-friendly projects, or just a cozy afternoon of crafting videos, this playlist is your new best friend. Grab a warm drink, click play,...

  • A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better Homes and Gardens Plaid Pop-Up Café

    A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better ...

    After a cozy train ride into Manhattan, I took the subway down to Canal Street and followed the buzz straight to the Plaid Pop-Up Café. Picture this: cheerful staff, cozy...

    A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better ...

    After a cozy train ride into Manhattan, I took the subway down to Canal Street and followed the buzz straight to the Plaid Pop-Up Café. Picture this: cheerful staff, cozy...

  • Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing Seasons

    Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing S...

    Why Fall is the Perfect Season for Creativity More time indoors = more time for projects. As the sun sets earlier, evenings feel longer. That’s bonus time to paint, craft, or...

    Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing S...

    Why Fall is the Perfect Season for Creativity More time indoors = more time for projects. As the sun sets earlier, evenings feel longer. That’s bonus time to paint, craft, or...

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How Art and Creativity Heal

Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Collaboration Filled With Creativity, Warm Drinks & Handmade Joy

Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Colla...

If you’re looking for handmade gift ideas, printables, junk journal inspiration, home décor DIYs, beginner-friendly projects, or just a cozy afternoon of crafting videos, this playlist is your new best friend. Grab a warm drink, click play,...

Cozy Crafting for the Holidays: A YouTube Colla...

If you’re looking for handmade gift ideas, printables, junk journal inspiration, home décor DIYs, beginner-friendly projects, or just a cozy afternoon of crafting videos, this playlist is your new best friend. Grab a warm drink, click play,...

A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better Homes and Gardens Plaid Pop-Up Café

A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better ...

After a cozy train ride into Manhattan, I took the subway down to Canal Street and followed the buzz straight to the Plaid Pop-Up Café. Picture this: cheerful staff, cozy...

A Day in New York City: My Visit to the Better ...

After a cozy train ride into Manhattan, I took the subway down to Canal Street and followed the buzz straight to the Plaid Pop-Up Café. Picture this: cheerful staff, cozy...

Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing Seasons

Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing S...

Why Fall is the Perfect Season for Creativity More time indoors = more time for projects. As the sun sets earlier, evenings feel longer. That’s bonus time to paint, craft, or...

Welcoming October: Creativity in the Changing S...

Why Fall is the Perfect Season for Creativity More time indoors = more time for projects. As the sun sets earlier, evenings feel longer. That’s bonus time to paint, craft, or...

Loosen Your Grip: On Your Brush, On Life, On Expectations

Loosen Your Grip: On Your Brush, On Life, On Ex...

We grip tightly when we’re afraid: afraid of messing up, afraid of disappointing ourselves, afraid of not measuring up. But white-knuckling life (or art) only leaves us tense and exhausted....

Loosen Your Grip: On Your Brush, On Life, On Ex...

We grip tightly when we’re afraid: afraid of messing up, afraid of disappointing ourselves, afraid of not measuring up. But white-knuckling life (or art) only leaves us tense and exhausted....

Celebrate the Beauty of the 50 States with State Flower Art Instant Download Printable Art

Celebrate the Beauty of the 50 States with Stat...

Every state has its own story, its own traditions, and its own flower. 🌸 From New York’s ( my state's) proud Rose to California’s sunny Poppy, each bloom carries a...

Celebrate the Beauty of the 50 States with Stat...

Every state has its own story, its own traditions, and its own flower. 🌸 From New York’s ( my state's) proud Rose to California’s sunny Poppy, each bloom carries a...

End of Summer Blues, Saying Goodbye, and Finding Comfort in Creativity

End of Summer Blues, Saying Goodbye, and Findin...

Labor Day can feel bittersweet — the end of summer sunshine, back-to-school routines, and seasonal blues setting in. Add grief or change, like losing a pet, and it can feel...

End of Summer Blues, Saying Goodbye, and Findin...

Labor Day can feel bittersweet — the end of summer sunshine, back-to-school routines, and seasonal blues setting in. Add grief or change, like losing a pet, and it can feel...