Day 2 – August Arty Challenge – I See Beauty In Ordinary Things
Happy Sunday!
It’s so easy to rush through the day without really noticing what’s around us. This affirmation made me stop and think. There really is beauty in the ordinary – a weathered fence, the shape of a leaf, the texture of an old wall, even the way ink settles on paper. Today’s project is a reminder that you don’t need lots of fancy products or complicated techniques to make something lovely. Sometimes the simplest ideas are the ones that surprise you most. I hope today’s card inspires you to look at the everyday with fresh eyes and, perhaps, head off to your craft desk with an idea of your own.
In case you would like to emulate what I did, here are the exact ingredients:
Day 2 – I See Beauty In Ordinary Things
Daily Affirmation Cards – ARTY – Create Your Own Edition 32032
Wee Friends & Family Silhouettes – Dream & Wonder A5 Stamp Set 12361
Scenescapes Clarity Mask Set 30150
Mini Distress Oxide Ink Pads – Kit 7 – Kitsch Flamingo 50566
Distress Oxide Ink Pad – Saltwater Taffy 50543
Mini Distress Oxide Ink Pads – Kit 9 – Twisted Citron 50568
Distress Oxide Ink Pad – Twisted Citron 50434
Mini Distress Oxide Ink Pads – Kit 10 – Speckled Egg 50569
Distress Oxide Ink Pad – Tumbled Glass 50433
Spritzer Bottles 30098
Clarity Blending Mat A4 30214
Ink Blending Brushes 32024
Archival Ink Pad – Jet Black 50030
Clarity Stamp Pen Pro – Set of 3 – Square, Circle, Rectangle 31983
Spot on Sponges 30537
All the things above just got added to our rolling 31/13% sale!
Click HERE to go to Day 2 ingredients and take advantage of the great prices..
Have a lovely Sunday. I am still spending most of my time lying down at the moment! But things are definitely improving. One day at a time.
Love and Clarity,
Barb x x x
19 thoughts on “Day 2 – August Arty Challenge – I See Beauty In Ordinary Things”
I’m loving the daily art challenge Barbara, thank you! I was up at 6.30am, It’s now 7.25am and I’m crafting in my nighty! 😂😂
Best thing to do!! First thing, Jane. If I weren’t feeling so woozy still, I’d be making art in my nightie too! X
Thank you Barbara for the arty challenge- I absolutely love it! I appreciate and admire all your inspiration. I always learn so much when I watch you create. I am grateful.
Day 2: Gorgeous. I’m not a stamper but I am loving watching and listening to you create your art. You are so obviously in your happy, calming space.
Thank you.
Dear Barbara,
So pleased to hear you are on the mend but still taking it easy.
In case you need something to distract you my daughter (who has long covid so needs to rest on occasion) recommended a book to me yesterday that you may enjoy by Donna Ashworth entitled To the Women with words every woman needs. It’s a dip in and out book and free with Amazon Prime atm I believe.
Take care. Thinking of you.
Lynn x
I’ve got my niece to stay for the weekend, so not had any time to Craft but I’ll be picking this up once I’m free again (amongst other crafty projects!) Crafting is definitely good for the soul!
I hope you’re taking it steady and not overdoing things! The important thing is to listen to your body. Get well soon xxx
Pleased you are resting as this will help a speedier recovery. I haven’t bought these cards but am interested in the art work and will watch in batches when time permits.
Love and hugs,
Good morning Barb. Lovely to hear from you and that you’re taking it easy and resting. Best thing first you however difficult it may be for you. I’ve watched both clips but was out at a craft workshop yesterday at my friends house – fab day. Today, well Hannah (my youngest) is in her way down as we are making cake pops! Xxx
Hello Barb,
Very pleased to hear you are feeling a little better today.
Thank you for this challenge, I really enjoyed making yesterday’s one & will look forward to making today’s later one.
Take care
X
Loving the inspiration every morning.
Pleased that things are improving for you – rest is definitely best at the moment. Xxx
Hi Barbara, One Day at a Time has never been more apt but glad things are improving. Love the 2nd challenge so my aim today is complete both 1 & 2 as I can do 1 whilst the different colours are drying on 2.
I meant to say the saying for yesterday matches my mug that I bought at the Open Days so I think I will fill it up & head to my craft room.
Carry on doing what you are doing, resting & then doing a little bit more each day. I am sure Dave is keeping his eye on you to make sure you are sticking to Doctors orders. Sue xx
Dear Barbara, it’s very lovely to see your blog this morning. Sending my best wishes for your continued recovery. Are Ragnor and Eric keeping your company? I’m sure animals can sense when their human needs a hug! Take care xx
Lovely to hear from you today and to know you are being a good girl and resting. It really is important to take things slowly and give your body time to recover. The worst bit is remembering that when you start to feel as though you could just do x or y or z. Take care and all the time you need, we will all still be here xxxx
hi Barbara hope you are soon feeling a lot better. You pick us up so many times with your inspiration. The August challenge is going to be fun. Will have to get going later. In the mean time take on step at a time. Love to you and Dave,try to keep smiling 😃
Hello Mrs Barb….who I hope is relaxing and recovering ..x
Great idea to keep us being creative and cool with these wonderful DIY Affirmation cards throughout August.
Very nicely presented (as always) and quick enough to sow the seeds for creativeness later in the day, week ,month .
A special ‘shout out,’ to Techno Jim for getting up at 6 am, EVERY morning in August , to send out the brilliant newsletter to EACH of us . I hope he is on a bonus.x Love these Wee stamps. ….now I feel like a bit of stitching on mine!!!!!!x
Just caught up with day 1 challenge, ran out of time yesterday, but did manage to add some colour in one of my Doodleology postcards, as since I received my crafty affirmation cards, I’ve been doing a little arty every day, and I do love colouring in a pattern. Off to get my inks and stamps out to have a catch up play. Pleased to hear you are taking it easy, and getting plenty of rest. Take care. xxx
I’m loving this arty challenge and I am determined that it will start my crafty journey each day!
I hope you are taking things nice and steady and that Dave is looking after you well.
Looking forward to the project tomorrow already.
Love and hugs. Xxxxx
Hi Barbara, so pleased to hear that you are taking it steady, one day at a time and you are on the road to recovery. Loving the 31 day August mini makes, absolutely brilliant xXx
Love seeing these mini makes – lots of inspiration. Glad you are feeling a little better.