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Bullet Journal with Autumn Nature Doodles

Bullet Journal Tutorial: Autumn Nature Doodles

Let's make some fun Autumn nature doodles! Here, I've shown you 6 different doodles to try with only 4 steps each.
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Q & A with Founder Shira Blumenthal

Interview with Hat Not Hate Founder Shira Blumenthal

One spark can start a fire, or in Shira Blumenthal’s case, one stitch of yarn can start a movement. We at Faber-Castell Creativity for Kids have had the honor of not only getting to know Shira Blumenthal but partner with her anti-bullying movement Hat Not Hate with Lion Brand Yarn. Wanting to learn more from the woman who started the movement, we interviewed Shira about the past, present, and future of Hat Not Hate and the passion behind its success.
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October Font on Bullet Journal

Bullet Journal Month Header Tutorial - October

A Bullet Journal tutorial to take on a new month! October is here - my favorite month of the year! With each passing month comes seasonal changes, and also - the probability that we'll be writing the month down in our journals and planners... A LOT! Here I've shown you a bunch of fun ways you can practice writing.
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LOOM Fine Writing Collection pens on a guitar

LOOM Fine Writing Collection

The LOOM Fine Writing Collection features a fascinating pen selection with varied luminous colors that show elegance and style. Each LOOM features a grip section with fine rings and a subtly curved form for attractive comfort. Individuals looking to begin exploring with fine writing pens will find the LOOM collection as a great starting point with high-quality features for an affordable price. Enjoy this collection in ballpoint, rollerball, and fountain pen.
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Pumpkins on a Happy Halloween card

Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Art Tutorial

A Halloween art tutorial with Goldfaber Color Pencils. Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a jack-o-lantern coloring tutorial using Pitt Artist Pen and Goldfaber Color Pencils. I have made a complete materials list for you.
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Fall hand lettering and pumpkins and gourds

Fall Hand Lettering Tutorial - Emily Brontë Quote

Hand Lettering inspired by autumn trees. Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a hand lettering tutorial using a Pitt Artist Pen® and Goldfaber Color Pencils.
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Here There Be Monsters Art Lesson Plan

Here There Be Monsters Art Lesson Plan

Complete this engaging and entertaining art lesson plan with kids in grades 3rd to 6th! Create a giant squid painted paper collage by following the step by step instructions. Art lesson plans are a fun and creative way to teach kids about scientific discovery, historical accounts, literature and film.
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Animal Day coloring page half colored

Coloring Pages for our Forest Wildlife

Are you up for a discovery tour? Here you will find exotic plants and animals - just bring them to life with colors!
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Ondoro Collection with propelling pencil

Ondoro Fine Writing Collection

Get personal with a pen that sets you apart from the rest with the Ondoro Fine Writing Collection. The hexagonal contours of the barrel framed by chrome-metal makes this pen a sharp-looking writing companion. Aside from the unique straight-lined visual effects, the Ondoro sits comfortably in the hand. The attention to detail in each aspect of this collection ensure high-quality delivery of style and use.
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NEO Slim Collection with pens and tape measurer

NEO Slim Fine Writing Collection

A minimalist collection that fits right into our modern world,the NEO Slim Fine Writing Collection offers fountain pens, rollerball pens, and ballpoint pens all tailor-made for your unique style. With a lightweight presence, a NEO Slim is the perfect creative companion for taking notes or creating sketches and designs.
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Bullet Journal musical doodle tutorial

Bullet Journal Tutorial: Musical Doodles

A Bullet Journal doodle tutorial to bring out your musical side! Let's get musical! This week's tutorial is all about music... with a retro twist! Here, I've shown you 7 different musical doodles to try out using only 3 STEPS EACH! These are super simple, super cute, and sure to elevate your pages in no time.
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Ambition Fine Writing Collection

Ambition Fine Writing Collection

The Ambition Fine Writing Pen Collection is the sleek and slender writing companion you need to draft your story in style. This timeless design is available in fountain pens, rollerball, ballpoint,and propelling pencils.
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Watercolor dragon

A to Z Mysteries: Chinese New Year Art Lesson for Kids

Students enjoy reading a fun chapter book surrounding the Chinese New Year, and create an exciting watercolor painting of the culture’s legendary symbol.
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Flower mandalas

Coloring Pages for Adults with Mandalas

Looking for a fun and creative activity while you are at home? Completing adult coloring pages is an entertaining and relaxing activity for adults and teenagers! You will be engaged for hours with 6 different adult coloring pages to download and complete in this blog.
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Where Do Our Seeds Come From?

Craft and Grow Children’s Gardens with Safely Sourced Seeds

With more than 40 years of experience in creating crafts for kids, we at Creativity for Kids are not only experts at creating crafts but creating them safely. Every component in our craft kits is designed with your child’s safety in mind with safety testing and a non-toxic guarantee. Our Creativity for Kids GROW kits safely give kids the opportunity to create their own gardens with seeds added to each kit by our production team here in the United States.
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Bullet Journal gratitude list

3 Ways to Create a Bullet Journal Gratitude List

One of the biggest misconceptions of keeping a gratitude list is that it needs to be a monumental important event or act for it to be worthy of recording in your journal. I strongly believe that gratitude is much better practiced on a smaller scale. Whether it's the weather, a warm blanket, or even a smile from a stranger - we have so much to be grateful for if we decide to look!
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Watercolor figs and figs in basket

Watercolor Tutorial - Studying Figs

A watercolor tutorial as sweet as figs! Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a word art tutorial using Watercolor Pans. I have made a complete materials list for you. 
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Heres to a Unique School Year - hand lettering with apples

Back to School Hand Lettering Tutorial

Hand lettering tutorial for a unique school year! Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a hand lettering tutorial using Watercolor Pans. I have made a complete materials list for you.
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Comfy Cozy Bullet Journal Doodles

Bullet Journal Comfy Cozy Doodles

Bullet Journal doodles for chilly days ahead! As the temperature drops, so does my ability to stay out of sweatpants. I love comfort, especially in my journal. This leads me to this week's doodle tutorial - comfy cozy! Here are 6 different cozy icons to add some comfort to your pages.
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Hand Lettering "May All Your Wishes Come True"

Hand Lettering "May All Your Wishes Come True"

Use your hand lettering skills and our step-by-step illustrated guide to beautifully write "May All Your Wishes Come True"! Hand lettering is an entertaining and relaxing activity for adults and teens to complete while they are home. Grab a pencil and pen to start creating a hand lettering masterpiece!
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