Monthly Musings from the Studio- November

Monthly Musings from the Studio- November

Easing into November after a wonderful October celebrating Halloween with lots of workshops painting pumpkins, crafting garlands and creating spooky decorations. It’s been the most gorgeous autumn weather so I’ve been enjoying lots of time spent outside running aka nature therapy.

So as we head into November I’m welcoming it with excitement for seeing the changes in nature and celebrating them through creating. I’m also starting to think about christmas crafting, mostly because I want it to be enjoyable and relaxing so slowly preparing and starting in November means I’m not going to be feeling overwhelmed in December.

So if you need some seasonal inspiration and ideas here are some ways to embrace the month ahead…

Creative ways to celebrate the month of November…

Craft your own dried grass garland ideal for winter tablescapes and festive celebrations! You’ll find the full step by step tutorial with detailed images in the new issue of Mollie Makes. Look out for Issue 136 in the shops, it’s full of seasonal craft ideas from lots of wonderful makers!
Bring the outside in. Celebrate nature in your home this November with seasonal wreaths, hangings and vase arrangements.
With the darker evenings drawing in earlier and earlier it is most definitely time to embrace the cosy evening with candle light. Why not have a go at making your own candles this November, they’d also make lovely gifts!
Join me with Hobbycraft for a Ceramic Decoratin g Workshop ready to dec the halls in december!
If you follow me on Instagram you’ll have seen I recently collaborated with Uni-Ball on their new Brush Pen- still pinching myself! This month I’ve shared a DIY on their blog on how to use the brush pen to create your own prints for your home as well as free downloads to help you practice!
Collect your cardboard- start your collection now as I will be sharing some simple ways to creatively use it later in the month on Instagram!
Now we have a little more light in the mornings and the frosts have begun it is really truly a beautiful time to get out and be inspired! Grab your coffee cup and head for a walk first thing, even if it’s just for 15 minutes, there’s so much beauty to be found outside in the morning right now!