I was inspired by the winter solstice and made several special postcards to celebrate. I wrote a blog post on the 21st about them but you can also see the three that I sent out this week in the post.

Honoring the Longest Night: Winter Solstice Traditions Across Cultures

The Winter Solstice, celebrated on December 21^st this year, marks the longest night and shortest day of the year, symbolizing the rebirth of the sun and the return of light. Various cultures, including ancient pagans, the Chinese, and the Iranians, have unique traditions to honor this mystical event, such as Yule, Dongzhi, and Yalda. Modern witches and others celebrate with rituals like creating solstice altars, crafting Yule logs, and reflecting on personal growth and new beginnings.

Unlocking Creativity with Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way"

Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way" is a transformative guide that helps individuals unlock their creative potential through practices like Morning Pages and Artist Dates. Cameron's gentle and practical teaching methods, combined with her personal experiences, have empowered countless creatives to overcome their blocks and embrace imperfection. The book's influence extends beyond the arts, fostering creativity in various fields and becoming a cultural phenomenon with a supportive global community.

In this blog post, I spill the beans on my must-have travel art supplies and how I manage to pack them all into three makeup pouches. From mini photo printers to washi tape, discover my secrets to staying creatively charged on the go—because who says you can't craft while cruising or waiting for your flight?

Back home and sending out postcrossing cards. I created most of this on the cruise which was challenging at times because of the weather — lots to movement makes keeping things straight difficult but wildly fun!!! I also had great fun searching for fun postcards in the Dominican Republic and Key West!!!

Tiny Treats, Big Celebration: National Cupcake Day

National Cupcake Day on December 15th is a delightful holiday dedicated to enjoying cupcakes in all their forms. This blog post explores the history of cupcakes, highlights popular flavors, and features famous cupcake bakeries in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. It also shares fun facts about cupcakes, making it a perfect read for any dessert lover.

Creating an annual vision board is a powerful way to visualize and manifest your dreams for the upcoming year. This blog post provides a step-by-step guide to making a vision board, from reflecting on the past year and setting goals to gathering materials and arranging images that inspire you. By regularly reviewing and updating your vision board, you can stay motivated and focused on achieving your aspirations.