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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

Junk Journals & Paper Crafts

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  • Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or Junk Journal

    Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or ...

    Upcycle a children’s board book into a flexible art or junk journal. Learn the hinge cut, tissue-wrapped spine, covered panels, collage backgrounds, pockets, and sealing for a sturdy, chunky book....

    Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or ...

    Upcycle a children’s board book into a flexible art or junk journal. Learn the hinge cut, tissue-wrapped spine, covered panels, collage backgrounds, pockets, and sealing for a sturdy, chunky book....

  • DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby Lobby Box with My Printable

    DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby...

    DIY Christmas Advent Calendar. There’s just something about the countdown to Christmas that brings out the kid in all of us. I have always gotten my girls those cheap ones...

    DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby...

    DIY Christmas Advent Calendar. There’s just something about the countdown to Christmas that brings out the kid in all of us. I have always gotten my girls those cheap ones...

  • Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

    Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

    You’ll Love These Printable CardsInstant Gratification: Download and print in minutes — no waiting, no shipping, no stress. Eco-Friendly & Budget-Friendly: Reusable, printable, and designed for creative souls who love...

    Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

    You’ll Love These Printable CardsInstant Gratification: Download and print in minutes — no waiting, no shipping, no stress. Eco-Friendly & Budget-Friendly: Reusable, printable, and designed for creative souls who love...

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Junk Journaling and Paper Crafting

Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or Junk Journal

Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or ...

Upcycle a children’s board book into a flexible art or junk journal. Learn the hinge cut, tissue-wrapped spine, covered panels, collage backgrounds, pockets, and sealing for a sturdy, chunky book....

Turn a Child’s Board Book Into a Chunky Art or ...

Upcycle a children’s board book into a flexible art or junk journal. Learn the hinge cut, tissue-wrapped spine, covered panels, collage backgrounds, pockets, and sealing for a sturdy, chunky book....

DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby Lobby Box with My Printable

DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby...

DIY Christmas Advent Calendar. There’s just something about the countdown to Christmas that brings out the kid in all of us. I have always gotten my girls those cheap ones...

DIY Advent Calendar Makeover: Upcycling a Hobby...

DIY Christmas Advent Calendar. There’s just something about the countdown to Christmas that brings out the kid in all of us. I have always gotten my girls those cheap ones...

Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

You’ll Love These Printable CardsInstant Gratification: Download and print in minutes — no waiting, no shipping, no stress. Eco-Friendly & Budget-Friendly: Reusable, printable, and designed for creative souls who love...

Free Printable Greeting Cards for Every Occasion

You’ll Love These Printable CardsInstant Gratification: Download and print in minutes — no waiting, no shipping, no stress. Eco-Friendly & Budget-Friendly: Reusable, printable, and designed for creative souls who love...

Turn Your Love of Paper Crafting and Junk Jounaling into Profit

Turn Your Love of Paper Crafting and Junk Jouna...

Want to Turn Your Love of Paper Crafting into Profit (and Community)? Here’s How.

Turn Your Love of Paper Crafting and Junk Jouna...

Want to Turn Your Love of Paper Crafting into Profit (and Community)? Here’s How.

New Paper Crafting Craze: 🎨 Paper, Paint & Possibility: A New Chapter in My Creative Life

New Paper Crafting Craze: 🎨 Paper, Paint & Poss...

Who knew a glue stick, scissors, some scraps, and a beat-up old book could spark such serious joy? It's like I am back in Kindergarten and everyone knows we learned...

New Paper Crafting Craze: 🎨 Paper, Paint & Poss...

Who knew a glue stick, scissors, some scraps, and a beat-up old book could spark such serious joy? It's like I am back in Kindergarten and everyone knows we learned...

🎨 Mixed Media Boot Collage: A Little Art Therapy & A Lot of Paper Scraps

🎨 Mixed Media Boot Collage: A Little Art Therap...

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not an artist,” or “I don’t know where to start,”—listen to me: Just start. Rip up a napkin, smear some paint, doodle a flower. There...

🎨 Mixed Media Boot Collage: A Little Art Therap...

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not an artist,” or “I don’t know where to start,”—listen to me: Just start. Rip up a napkin, smear some paint, doodle a flower. There...