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Junk Journals & Paper Crafts
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What Is a Junk Journal? And How Do You Make One?
What Is a Junk Journal? And How Do You Make One? Traditionally, a junk journal is a handmade journal or book created using a mixture of found, recycled, repurposed and...
What Is a Junk Journal? And How Do You Make One?
What Is a Junk Journal? And How Do You Make One? Traditionally, a junk journal is a handmade journal or book created using a mixture of found, recycled, repurposed and...
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I Bought Myself the Fancy Ice Maker — and Made ...
There's always something that needs cleaning, watering, cooking, fixing or organizing. Sometimes you need to decide that the little thing gets to matter too. Drink the iced coffee. Use the...
I Bought Myself the Fancy Ice Maker — and Made ...
There's always something that needs cleaning, watering, cooking, fixing or organizing. Sometimes you need to decide that the little thing gets to matter too. Drink the iced coffee. Use the...
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Turn Six Months of Memories Into One Beautiful ...
Turn Six Months of Memories Into One Beautiful Junk Journal If you've been creating along with my Creative Simple Joys Monthly Art Journal series, first of all...thank you! ❤️ One...
Turn Six Months of Memories Into One Beautiful ...
Turn Six Months of Memories Into One Beautiful Junk Journal If you've been creating along with my Creative Simple Joys Monthly Art Journal series, first of all...thank you! ❤️ One...
Acrylic Painting 101 for Beginners
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Beginner True Crime Acrylic Painting: A Fun, Re...
Curl up with an iced coffee, a good book, and a few bottles of acrylic paint. If you're anything like me, you know that creativity and true crime make a...
Beginner True Crime Acrylic Painting: A Fun, Re...
Curl up with an iced coffee, a good book, and a few bottles of acrylic paint. If you're anything like me, you know that creativity and true crime make a...
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You Don't Need All the Things: Real Talk About ...
When I first started painting , I was convinced I needed it ALL. If someone used it in a YouTube video, I needed it. If it was “trending,” I bought...
You Don't Need All the Things: Real Talk About ...
When I first started painting , I was convinced I needed it ALL. If someone used it in a YouTube video, I needed it. If it was “trending,” I bought...
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🎨 Why Painting Is Just Like Making Pizza (And W...
Give your art time. Let it finish. Trust the process. Because just like pizza, art needs each and every layer. And when it’s done? It’s SO worth the wait.
🎨 Why Painting Is Just Like Making Pizza (And W...
Give your art time. Let it finish. Trust the process. Because just like pizza, art needs each and every layer. And when it’s done? It’s SO worth the wait.
How Art & Creativity Heal
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August Creative Simple Joys: No Rules, Just Pap...
Sometimes the joy is simply in getting ready to create. Sometimes Getting READY to Create is CREATING Printing the pages. Tearing the edges. Folding the paper. Choosing what goes where....
August Creative Simple Joys: No Rules, Just Pap...
Sometimes the joy is simply in getting ready to create. Sometimes Getting READY to Create is CREATING Printing the pages. Tearing the edges. Folding the paper. Choosing what goes where....
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August Reminds Me Why I Create (And Why Little ...
For a lot of people, August feels like the end of summer. It does for me. I feel like we have reached the crest and are on our way down. ...
August Reminds Me Why I Create (And Why Little ...
For a lot of people, August feels like the end of summer. It does for me. I feel like we have reached the crest and are on our way down. ...
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Declare Your Creative Independence This July H...
Freedom From Perfection and Creative independence. This year feels especially meaningful as we celebrate America's 250th birthday. For 250 years we've celebrated freedom, courage, creativity, innovation, and the idea that...
Declare Your Creative Independence This July H...
Freedom From Perfection and Creative independence. This year feels especially meaningful as we celebrate America's 250th birthday. For 250 years we've celebrated freedom, courage, creativity, innovation, and the idea that...
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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
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...
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 ...
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...
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
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.
