Artful Haven Notice the little surprises. They’re life’s way of saying, keep going. Arrtx Acrylic Paint Markers Review: Is It Worth It Hi Reader, I don't know about you, but sometimes it's the unexpected little things that make me the happiest. This week I was playing with my Arrtx markers, and since it's fall, I kept reaching for orange all the time. Pumpkins, leaves, warm glowing backgrounds… Every time I picked it up, I was sure this was the moment it would run dry. But to my surprise, it...
4 days ago • 4 min read
Artful Haven "You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." Maya Angelou Sticker and Collage Books That Make Art Journaling Easy (and Fun!) Hi Reader, Did the weather change where you are? Here, the days are getting cooler, and I keep finding myself sneaking off to my studio more and more. A warm drink, some music, my journal open… honestly, it's my favorite season for creating. And I'm never alone in there! My two French bulldogs are always right by my side while I...
12 days ago • 4 min read
Artful Haven “Slow down, notice the changing colors, and let the beauty of fall inspire you to create.” 65 Fall Art Journal Prompts Hello, my creative friend! Fall has always had a sweet spot in my heart. Maybe it’s because my birthday is September 23, right at the beginning of the season! 🍂 There is something about the changing weather and all those beautiful colors that makes me want to slow down, open my art journal, and create even more. I don’t know if it’s just me, or if fall makes you...
18 days ago • 2 min read
Artful Haven "Sometimes all it takes is one new project to spark a whole new passion." TAKE ME TO THE FREE SUMMIT Hi , The HobbyScool Art of Handmade Summit starts TOMORROW! And I’d absolutely love for you to join me for my workshop: One Portrait, Three Artworks. No Drawing Needed! 🎨 And when I say no drawing needed, I really mean it! This workshop is easy, fun, and completely beginner-friendly. We’ll take just ONE reference photo and turn it into THREE completely different artworks. I’ll...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Artful Haven "Sometimes all it takes is one new project to spark a whole new passion." TAKE ME TO THE FREE SUMMIT Hi , First, a very warm welcome to everyone who is new to Artful Haven! 🌸 I’m so happy you’re here. And if you’ve been with me for a while, you may have noticed that I’ve been a little quiet lately. There’s a good reason for that. ❤️ Every summer, I move to Italy with my family and spend a few months in a little tiny town. Life here slows down in the best possible way. I get to...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Artful Haven "Sometimes all it takes is one new project to spark a whole new passion." TAKE ME TO THE FREE CRAFT DISCOVERY SUMMIT Hi Reader, Yesterday was the first day of the Craft Discovery Summit, and it was so much fun! There were so many creative projects that I’m now tempted to try… as if I didn’t already have a long enough list. 😂 A few especially caught my eye: soap making, sticker making, and polymer clay jewelry. I would love to give those a try! And now I can’t wait to see all the...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Artful Haven "Sometimes all it takes is one new project to spark a whole new passion." TAKE ME TO THE FREE CRAFT DISCOVERY SUMMIT Hi Reader, I hope this message finds you having a lovely weekend! The past couple of weeks have been wonderfully full, and I'm finally taking a quiet moment to sit down and connect with you. First, I have some beautiful news to share! My son recently married his longtime love, and it was the most magical celebration. We were so blessed to have family and friends...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Artful Haven "Stay curious, keep playing, and never be afraid to become a beginner again." 9 Creative Ways To Find Art Journal Inspiration When You Get Stuck Hi Reader, Hi friend, I want to share a little story with you this week, a story that reminded me why stepping outside our comfort zones is so important for our creative lives. Last week I met an old friend for coffee, and somewhere in the middle of our conversation she mentioned that she had just started learning how to sculpt and make...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Artful Haven "Summer passes quickly, but the stories we create from it can stay forever." 56 Summer Art Journal Prompts Hi friend, One of my favorite things about summer isn’t just the sunshine or the longer days. It’s the way everything feels more alive. The colors get brighter. The cafes are full. People stay out later. There are more family gatherings, more BBQs, more laughter drifting through open windows. And in my garden, there’s another kind of excitement. Every year I wait for my...
4 months ago • 3 min read