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Calming Life's Chaos Through Creativity

I want to help you create a little JOY in your LIFE through ART.

We all struggle. I struggle and art has helped me deal 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 how creativity can create a little joy in our lives.

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

-Teresa

Junk Journals & Paper Crafts

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  • Why I Junk Journal My Trips

    Why I Junk Journal My Trips

    What I love most about junk journaling is that it allows me to preserve memories in a simple, creative way. Not every memory needs a scrapbook. Not every moment needs...

    Why I Junk Journal My Trips

    What I love most about junk journaling is that it allows me to preserve memories in a simple, creative way. Not every memory needs a scrapbook. Not every moment needs...

  • Creativity Blooms in Unexpected Places

    Creativity Blooms in Unexpected Places

    How I created my Vintage Flower Seed Junk Journal bundle. I started noticing the faded colors. The old-fashioned typography. The softness of the floral illustrations. And suddenly, my tired little...

    Creativity Blooms in Unexpected Places

    How I created my Vintage Flower Seed Junk Journal bundle. I started noticing the faded colors. The old-fashioned typography. The softness of the floral illustrations. And suddenly, my tired little...

  • I Struggle with Balance: When Your Style Feels “Too Simple”… But It’s Actually Just Right

    I Struggle with Balance: When Your Style Feels ...

    I am in a Season of change. Physically, emotionally, creatively, and an entire host of other ways........turning 60 has a way of doing that to a woman.  So I’ve been...

    I Struggle with Balance: When Your Style Feels ...

    I am in a Season of change. Physically, emotionally, creatively, and an entire host of other ways........turning 60 has a way of doing that to a woman.  So I’ve been...

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Acrylic Painting 101 for Beginners

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How Art & Creativity Heal

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Teresa's Spot for Blog Posts

Creating Creates Memories and Not Just Stuff

Creating Creates Memories and Not Just Stuff

Creating a handmade holiday ornament, home decor item or Christmas gift creates more than that DIY Craft, it creates a memory, a sense of calm, a feeling of JOY and...

Creating Creates Memories and Not Just Stuff

Creating a handmade holiday ornament, home decor item or Christmas gift creates more than that DIY Craft, it creates a memory, a sense of calm, a feeling of JOY and...

It Starts with a Feeling

It Starts with a Feeling

Anything and everthing starts with a feeling. That can be a good feeling or even a bad feeling. Our feelings are great motivators.  I’ve spent years pouring my heart into painting and teaching,...

It Starts with a Feeling

Anything and everthing starts with a feeling. That can be a good feeling or even a bad feeling. Our feelings are great motivators.  I’ve spent years pouring my heart into painting and teaching,...

5 Reasons to Watch My 31 Days of Halloween Arts & DIY Crafts (And Why You Deserve This Me-Time!)

5 Reasons to Watch My 31 Days of Halloween Arts...

Life is busy, especially for us women who often juggle multiple responsibilities. We rarely take the time to just breathe, unwind, and focus on something purely enjoyable. That’s why I...

5 Reasons to Watch My 31 Days of Halloween Arts...

Life is busy, especially for us women who often juggle multiple responsibilities. We rarely take the time to just breathe, unwind, and focus on something purely enjoyable. That’s why I...

Craft Your Way into Fall: Creative Projects to Lower Stress This Season

Craft Your Way into Fall: Creative Projects to ...

Crafting and DIY projects have been shown to lower stress levels, promote mindfulness, and boost overall well-being. So this fall, let your creativity be your refuge. Let’s welcome the new...

Craft Your Way into Fall: Creative Projects to ...

Crafting and DIY projects have been shown to lower stress levels, promote mindfulness, and boost overall well-being. So this fall, let your creativity be your refuge. Let’s welcome the new...

Mindset is Everything: 5 Ways the Right Mindset Promotes Creativity

Mindset is Everything: 5 Ways the Right Mindset...

Mindset plays a huge role in fostering creativity, especially in painting and crafting. Here are the top 5 ways mindset can help someone be more creative and increase their artistic...

Mindset is Everything: 5 Ways the Right Mindset...

Mindset plays a huge role in fostering creativity, especially in painting and crafting. Here are the top 5 ways mindset can help someone be more creative and increase their artistic...

5 Ways to Overcome the Fear of a Blank Canvas

5 Ways to Overcome the Fear of a Blank Canvas

Creating with intention, even for just a few minutes a day, can make a huge difference in shifting the mindset from fear to relaxation and enjoyment.

5 Ways to Overcome the Fear of a Blank Canvas

Creating with intention, even for just a few minutes a day, can make a huge difference in shifting the mindset from fear to relaxation and enjoyment.