Use your BRAIN!

By Gina McNulty, owner and creator  Jarfullz and Bundlz

“Creativity is intelligence having fun!” - Albert Einstein

Well, speaking as a highly creative chemistry teacher who also has a handmade business,works as a personal trainer and makes clothing… I can tell you that two things can be true at the same time: you can be creative AND data driven all at the same time.

Using one’s creativity can open doors to productivity and enhance learning.

In fact, super successful people (and animals) use their curiosity and creativity in combination with other processing centers of the brain to express ideas and produce art. 

Learn MORE THE NEUROSCIENCE OF CREATIVITY 

         

Being creative does not have to be complicated.Yes, you can decide to paint a mural at your local library and everyone would be so happy!! But you can also tackle smaller projects right now that will scratch the creative itch AND wake up your brain.

Here are THREE CRAFTY PROJECTS TO STIMULATE YOUR BRAIN RIGHT NOW

1. PAPER MOSAIC 

Mosaic artwork is not limited to tiles. Colorful paper, leftover wrapping paper or anything that has color can be used to make something beautiful. This activity is something fun to do with children (even high school aged kids will find this exciting!

You will need: 

Here is a template you can use but feel free to customize it! And don't let the “for kids” scare you away!

https://www.craftsonsea.co.uk/easy-snowflake-crafts-for-kids/

2) DECORATIVE CONTAINERS

In my handmade business (Jarfullz and Bundlz at  jarfullz.com) I create art using jars. The first JARZ ™ I made were from leftover tomato sauce jars.

Wash a dry any used glass jar (recycling is cool). Apply just about anything to the outside of the jar - stickers, cut outs, paint, news headlines, family photos etc. Apply a water based sealant or in a pinch, glue (be sure it will dry clear). Then use it as a planter, pen holder, coin jar, vase. 

3) FAMILY PHOTO FLIP BOOK

Instead of a frame to celebrate your family memories, create a flipbook that tells a story about how your family has grown through the years - this makes a great gift as well!

You can use photos, drawings, cartoons - whatever expresses the tone of your family!

And don't forget the little extra - stickers always add a special touch to any project

HOW TO MAKE A FLIP BOOK

LOOK LIKE A PRO - I like to use a water based sealant on most projects. 

TELL US ABOUT YOUR CRAFT IDEAS! WE WOULC LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!