Thanksgiving Essentials

The kids are home and you have a meal to prepare. Here are some ideas to keep the kids busy:

Thanksgiving Gratitude Activity Pack  

Fall Fun Escape Room for Kids

Coloring Christmas Cards for Kids.

Slumber Party Games

And since adults like to have fun, too, here are some additional ideas: 

Secret Santa Planner in anticipation of the fun game we all like to play!

Taco Tuesday games.

Are you accessorized for Thanksgiving?  These are perfect for the holiday- Turquoise feather-shaped earrings and necklace, OR Turquoise round earrings.

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Quick Tip Tuesday

 

Today's tip is something NOT to do.  Don't compare yourself to other crafters.  Why, you ask?

1.  Crafting is a personal journey, and you should measure your own growth by your standards, not someone else's.  Everyone is on a different path based on any number of factors such as materials and supplies, access to resources, ideas, and motivations. 

2.  Comparing yourself to others can stifle your creativity. It can lead to negative self talk which can demotivate you.  Positivity can keep your creativity flowing.

3.  Comparisons can lead to minimizing your own authenticity and unique style.

It's okay to admire other people's work, but comparing can have negative effects on your creativity.  Remember, your creations reflect your personal creative journey.

Brand New Item! Holiday Earrings!

 Two styles of teardrop earrings to choose from:  A darling snowman with a red plaid backdrop, and a whimsical elf outfit.  Reasonably priced and arrive soon.  I hope you'll take a look!

Click the link above or the photo above to view the earrings on Etsy.  Thank you!

Quick Tip Tuesday - Big Project?

 I recently did a project that had quite a few steps. To make it more manageable, I broke it into four manageable chunks.

The project was a design by Craft with Sarah as part of her Christmas Countdown this year (not an affiliate link.  Just want to give credit where it's due.)  I broke it down into the following steps:

1.  Cut the chipboard for the stand

2.  Cut the other 12 mats' worth of pieces including the window cling for the window "glass." All of the small pieces went into a cup so I wouldn't lose them.

3.  Glue the large pieces

4.  Glue the small pieces

It doesn't sound like much when I break it down like this, but it was a pretty big project.  The chipboard alone took 12 cutting passes on the Cricut.  And the next-to-last step was gluing each individual color into the black areas so it would look like stained glass.  There were a few really tiny pieces.

I spread the steps out over two days, so the project was much less daunting than I originally thought it would be.  Next time you have a multi-step project, break it down into smaller chunks.  Putting it together this way was manageable, and I'm really happy with the results.

Quick Tip Tuesday - Your First Step

 

When you sit down to make a card or a scrapbook page, step one is to choose a color scheme.  For example, if you are making a page with cruise pictures, look at the colors in the photos and let that help guide you in creating a color palette of  3 or 4 colors.

peachy-pink, white, and mint (with a hint of yellow)

light blue, gray, white

 If you're working on a card or page, the color scheme you choose will give your design a cohesive look.  Every element you use contributes to the aesthetic of your design.  Choosing a color palette first will speed up your process because you will know what colors your paper and embellishments should be so you don't have to search through all of your supplies.

Have a crafty week!

Quick Tip Tuesday

 

This quick tip is for when you are using your hot glue gun. We have all burned out fingers at some time or other.  Try these silicone finger protectors next time you're using your glue gun.  They're inexpensive, and you can get them at Amazon and some craft stores as well.

Custom Faux Leather Scallop Edge Bookmark Personalized with Name

 

There is another new item in the Etsy shop.  If you love bookish merch, this is for you!  Available in five colors with a choice or white or gold lettering and tassel and a choice of block or script font, these bookmarks are personalized with a word or name up to 9 letters.  Bring some style to your book-reading or a gift for the book lover in your life with these customizable, scallop-edge bookmarks.  Get one today.  Only 4.47 plus shipping.  While you're there, also check out my floral scallop-edge bookmarks!