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so summer is here.
the kids are home with no routine.
how does it creep up on me every single year?!!
we need that summer list made.
we need a plan and a bit of a schedule.
more reading and drawing.
less tv.
more crafting and baking.
less screen time.
more swimming.  more sunshine.
less basement darkness with video games.

on friday… i started this project and it didn’t go too well… at first.
there was crying and door slamming and drama.
it had nothing to do with the project but everything to do with moods, feelings, sleep deprivation and new routine.
but i stuck with it.
i knew my mood needed adjusting too so i stayed right at that table with my owl i drew and kept on coloring… for like an hour!
coloring makes you feel better – it’s a fact.
and then one kid came back, saw the nearly finished project and said “WHOOOOA! Can i make that too?!”
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and even after that… “WHOOOAA!!!  annie did YOU draw that? I want to make one too! how did you do that?!”
i got to listen to her teach it from the other room.
pretty rad.
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what i say in the video (in case you don’t feel like watching) is that this is Continuous Line Drawing.
(or continual line? i don’t know)
it’s where you draw but don’t lift up your pen when drawing… everything is connected.
it’s very flowy and swirly.
not many straight lines… just letting the pen move freely.
then filling in each spot with color.

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i made a super amazing video on how we made these owls!
just kidding.
i made a very average video of me drawing an owl for over 3 minutes.
but it may help you overcome your fears if you watch it so that you can make this project with your kids… i hope.

annie is a very professional videographer…  🙂

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these were a few different designs we drew.
and then you can see this one side by side of the drawing and the colored in drawing.owl1IMG_7134
each section… each time a line intersects with another we changed colors.
almost.
these take a long time to color but totally worth it.

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you could use crayon… colored pencil… oil pastel… or markers like we did of course.owl3owl4owl5IMG_7131IMG_7128

now get going.
continuous line drawing is calling you.
and of course you could draw anything… it doesn’t have to be an owl!

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i found this craft on pinterest and knew it was happening at our house.

we already had the gift boxes.  
they were from World Market.
i am sure you can find them at craft stores or in the gift bag or mailing sections of target or walmart?
maybe.

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the feathers on the stomach and the eye balls were made from a circle punch.
(we used a creative memories punch)

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we used a low temp hot glue gun to have it go quickly.
and i see the glue strings on all of them….i don't know if we took those off or not before they gave them.
oh well.

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the wings and feet were oval shapes we just free hand cut.

we filled them with tissue paper and a gift card for our teachers.
sean, talby and annie each made them and were VERY proud to give them away.

fun craft!!!! 

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GIFT GUIDE FOR THE LADIES

20 oz Stainless Steel Tumbler with Lid
in 14 different colors

Rainbow Glass Windchime

Starbucks Gift Card is always a treat to me

Hollywood Fashion Tape
this is the best… i use it allllllll the time to keep my button up shirts from gapping open at my chest
or to keep a sweater in place or even fix a hem quickly.

Desk Donut Pin Holder


Fitbit Charge 2 – Heartrate + Fitness Wristband
High Waisted Leggings
these are MY FAVORITE leggings!!

Funny Oven Mits

Tasty Lastest & Greatest Cookbook
I love this website and all their videos of simple meals!


Fluted Bowls 

Striped Thermal Onesie PajamasFred Spit Shine Dusting Mitt
if you have to clean… you might as well look at
something adorable while you do!

88 Matte Eye Shadow Palette
i saw this while out shopping today and reeeeeeally wished
i had purchased it!
it’s so pretty!

Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual

The DryBar Guide to Good Hair For All

Chevron Textured Fleece Hooded Bathrobe

Sharpie Marker Set2020 Planners

Phone Case Wallet

Soft & Comfy Shirt with Pockets
Red & White 3 Piece Set Bowls


Rainbow Knife Set 
this is what i have at the Craft House and i love it so much!

Keurig Coffee Maker
i love my keurig! all the heart eyes for my keurig!
(and bonus – lowest price I’ve ever seen on this machine!)

Rainbow Polka Dot Cereal Bowls
i MAY have ordered these for the Craft House…. how could i not?!


Essie Nail Polish
as much as I wish it weren’t true… the $9 nail polish really does last longer than the $3 polish.


Winter Infiniti Loop Scarf

Embroidered Mexican Peasant Blouse
this may not make it by christmas but i love these tops so much that i HAD to add the m to the list!

Katie Daisy 2020 Poster Wall Art Calendar
everything Katie makes is absolutely dreamy!
Rainbow Whisk Set 
Kisses from Katie               Daring to Hope                 Of Mess and Moxie                Falling Free
Church of the Small Things                     Gracelaced                          Unseen                        Dance Stand Run
None Like Him                   For the Love                 All the Pretty Things                  Braving the Wilderness
Fierce Hearted              The Turquoise Table             Never Unfriended           Becoming Mom StrongTattoos on the Heart            Barking to the Choir              Sing a New Song                100 Days to Brave

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GIFT GUIDE FOR TEEN/TWEEN BOYS

 Tailgate Knit Beanies with Beards


Shark Squeeze Popper
Double Parachute Hammock for Camping
Snarky Hat
Space Gun KeyRing

Mini Version of Simon


Gravity Maze 
Falling marble logic gameTriceraTaco Holder

R2D2 Mug 


Dwight Schrute mug
Bears vs. Babies Board Game


Ping Pong on the Go!
play ping pong anywhere on any table.

Lego Figure Led Lites

Star Wars Mad Libs

Light Saber Thumb Wrestling Force Wars

Star Wars Origami book


642 Things to Draw
we have this book – it is FULL of drawing prompts that are fun to complete.

Lego Marker Set

Darth Vader and Family Coloring Book
soooooo funny!!!

Flickin’ Chicken – the game of Chicken throwing InsanityWorld’s Smallest Vacuum Cleaner

Bacon Scented Mustache
OMG.
it’s even extra manly…. HA!

Brick Building Mug

Portable Pizza PouchFish Sandals
i mean… who DOESN’T need these???

Funny Side Up Egg Mold

Big Book of Boy Stuff

IllumiBowl Toilet Motion Sensored Night LightBeats Solo 3 Wireless Headphones
personally… i think these are ridiculous ($$$) but 99% of teenagers STRONGLY disagree with me.
they love them!!!
so you can decide for yourself.


Portable Bluetooth Speaker
take your music with your anywhere you go!
and for staying home…
Amazon Echo Dot
we are BIG fans of the Amazon Echo at our house!
Alexa is our bff.


Pressure Sensitive Alarm Clock for Heavy Sleepers
you have to stand on it to get it to turn off – BRILLIANT!!!

Balaclava Windproof Winter Mask

GoPro Hero 5
GoPro is basically the coolest camera out there… perfect for teens!
🙂

Head Strap Camera Mount for GoPro

Random Illustrated Facts: a Collection of Curious, Weird, and Totally Not Boring Things to Know

Every Man Jack Body Wash 

Flexible Thumb Smartphone Stand Holder

Portable Phone Charger
because teenagers’ phones always seem to be at 1%…

NCAA Anthem Sport Socks
65 different tems and each only $10!

Upper Body Workout Bar



Xbox One with Sports Bundle
i wasn’t going to put this on the list because of the cost but Sean said it wouldn’t be a proper Boys list with out it.
ha ha ha


Xbox Charging Block

Gaming Headset for PS4, PC & Xbox One

Funny T-Shirt


Rapid Mac & Cheese CookerSatr Wars Goodies – Air Freshner   –   Portable Phone Charger   –   Sunshade 
Sheet Set  –  Darth Vader Passenger Decal  –  Chewbacca Seat Belt Cover

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CAMP CREATE SPONSORS & two giveaways!

giveaway winners: Bernadette B. & Joleen S. and both have already received their prizes!
thank you so much everybody!!!
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At each Camp Create we have generous sponsors who send their product to our guests as a gift!
It’s so kind and every camper is so thrilled.
I’d love for you to click through all of these shops today, taking advantage of the discounts they are offering.
We are so appreciative of all of our sponsors.
thank you! thank you! thank you!

and leave a comment at the end for a chance to win one of the giveaway prize bundles!

DAYSPRING
Dayspring has so many products that are great for yourself but also make wonderful gifts for friends, family and even teachers!
I am loving all the Christmas products they have this year.
Use the code: 20CAMPCREATE for a 20% discount on your order.


BENZIE DESIGN
This is my favorite felt!  It’s a dream to cut & sew with and to use to make projects!
If you’ve never tried this felt… you are missing out!
You will never use craft store felt again after using Benzie.
Use the code: FALLCAMPCREATE for a 10% discount off your order.


 New York Times best selling author COURTNEY WALSH sent her book for our guests!
She is a novelist, artist, theater director, and playwright.
Courtney’s most recent novel, titled Hometown Girl, just released September 19.
She’s written almost a dozen books – come over to her Author page to see them all!


PITTER PATTER ART
Laura Kelly is writer and an artist.
She has a shop that she fills from time to time with FUN handmade goods like these wristlet key rings or
personalized name pillows and even original paintings.
She is super talented obviously but what i love most about Laura is that she has a HUGE heart!
Take the time to read her blog and you will be inspired to do better with your life!
This girl… she is just one of my most favorite people!
Here is where you can find Laura:  blog   –   instagram   –   shop

 

ILLUSTRATED FAITH
You know I am 100% on board with mixing creativity together with time in the bible!
Shanna Noel and her team have so many great products to make bible journaling even more fun.
i love everything about this company!
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Use the code: print4jesus for 20% off your purchase in their digital shop – click here



FEATHER & BIRCH
This shop makes me soooo happy!
She has over 400 beautiful items for your home in her shop!
We used her mini wood words for one of our projects at camp and it was the perfect finishing touch!
Her font choice is completely on point.
Go find something for your house right now!
Use the code: CAMPCREATE15 for 15% off your purchase.

 

EMILY P. FREEMAN
Emily is a writer, creative director, and spiritual mentor who helps create space
for the soul to breathe so people can walk in step with their calling.
She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Simply Tuesday and Grace for the Good Girl
as well as Graceful and A Million Little Ways.
This Simply Tuesday coloring book is a fun addition to go alongside her book.
Giving the book, coloring book and a set of colored pencils would be a great gift!


MERCY HOUSE GLOBAL
I love the mission of Mercy House and that it gives all of us the opportunity to purchase with a purpose.
Shopping with Mercy House provides employment & empowerment for women all around the world!
Use the code: FABFALL to get 15% off your entire order in their online store
AND/OR
Get $5 bucks off for trying out their subscription club for one month with code: FAIRTRADE
(only applies to our Main box – not Earring or Bracelet of the Month)
at fairtradefriday.club

I am super excited because it’s been quite awhile since I’ve gotten to do this!
I have two BIG giveaways that two lucky people are going to win!
(follow the instructions at the bottom)

GIVEAWAY #1
books by Lisa-Jo Baker – Dayspring, notebook -pen_and_paint, key fob – pitterpatterart, notecards – mary wangerin, paper packet – illustrated faith, bracelet set – Mercy House Global, necklace – jennifer dahl designs, book by Holley Gerth, Simply Tuesday coloring book and a book by Courtney Walsh.


GIVEAWAY #2
watercolor sign – Barn Owl Primitives, notecards – Gracelaced, notebook – pen_and_paint, LippyClippy – Gabriel’s Good Tidings, scripture cards – Melissa Beaver, necklace – Raising Up Rubies, coloring book – AdornIt, books by Emily P. Freeman, Annie Downs & Holley Gerth.

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Leave me a comment with your FAVORITE DESSERT to enter to win!

contest is closed.

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Spring Camp Create Sponsors

Each of these companies gifted their product to our guests at April’s Camp Create!
These are companies that I love for their creativity and awesomeness.
They are each generous and fabulous to work with!
Let’s all support these hard working women!

Allen Designs Studio

Use the code whatever15  for 15% off your order – only good through Sunday.
I LOVE my Michelle Allen bags!!!
I use them for everything and I always get compliments on them everywhere I go!

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Raising Up Rubies

Use the code CAMPCREATE20 for 20% off  – offer good through May 31st.
Jaime has such a bright and cheerful shop!
She is a rainbow loving lady & has designed loads of fun paper goods, stitching patterns and some really happy jewelry!

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CRAVE Popcorn Company
Use the code campcreate for 15% off your order.
This would make EXCELLENT teacher gifts for the end of school!  And Father’s Day is coming up quick!
My favorite flavor is the White Chocolate Oreo!

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Lakeside Daydreams

Use the code CAMPCREATE20 for 20% off your order – offer good through August 31.
Jenna creates inspiring artwork in her shop that makes me want to travel and go on adventures!
go check it out!

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Benzie Design 
Use the code CAMPCREATE10 for 10% off for your order.
There is no better felt to work with in the world than BENZIE!
It makes such a huge difference in the quality of your product!
you can purchase felt by the sheet or the yard and they have pom poms too!
They also offer it in color palettes to make it even easier for you to get creative right away.

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Shannan Martin’s Falling Free
I was so thrilled Shannan would send our campers her book!
it is sooooo good and i want EVERYONE to get to read it & share it & love it as much as i do!
You can join in with her discussion group by clicking HERE
Sign up for her newsletter too!
you can follow Shannan on IG: @shannanwrites & read her blog at shannanmartinwrites.com.

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Pen + Paint

Use the code CREATE20 for 20% off your order.
Lindsay is a super creative illustrator! I love all the bright colors she uses in all her work!
These notebooks are so lovely!  She has loads of different designs too.

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Katy Girl Designs

Use the code WHATEVER15 for 15% off  your order.
Katy makes prints, canvases, calendars & notecards that are whimsical & happy!
This print is SO beautiful!  It’s perfect for any special lady in your life – even yourself!

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Lindsay Letters
Use the code CAMPCREATE15 for 15% off  your order – offer good through June 20.
Creative, unique & inspiring artwork fills Lindsay’s shop!
It was so fun to be able to send our Campers home with her new coloring book filled with bible verses, art work & quotes:
 CLICK HERE to order it!

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Barn Owl Primitives
Use the code CREATE15 for 15% off your order.
Barn Owl Primitives is a family owned, artist-driven shop selling handcrafted, vintage-inspired products, made with love.
there is a LOT of really fun stuff in their shop!  Signs… vintage goods… bags… kitchenwares… bunting!

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Last minute gifts for the Ladies

well i wrote this post on sunday night but then my blog decided to break.
it’s back to normal now and it’s probably too late for most people BUT these are still mostly on Amazon Prime so you could still get them by christmas or the day after.
and don’t worry… mot EVERYTHING is rainbow-ed – just some!


Rainbow Colored Knife Set

 

5 Piece Silicone Spatula Set


Amopé Pedi Perfect Electronic Foot File
this is so awesome for smooth soft feet!
i own it and love it!

 

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Living Proof Dry Shampoo
my friend suggested this and i laughed because this is what i’ve been using too!
so YES it had to be on the list.

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Fitbit Alta Fitness Tracker

 

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Hollywood Fashion Tape in a Single Pack or the Value Pack of 3 Tins

i use this stuff ALL THE TIME!
to hold my button up shirts from gaping across my chest… to hold my shirt to my skin to keep it from sliding too low… to hold a hem that’s coming loose…. to keep your bra strap from showing… to keep your strapless bra up where you want it…
i love it.
this would be a GREAT stocking stuffer!

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Hand Lettering  (An Interactive Guide to the Art of Drawing Letters by Megan Wells
this girl has such crazy artistic talent!
i love everything she makes – including this book.

 

DIY Woven Art by Rachel Denbow

 another super talent is Rachel and this book!
you will love this book about weaving that she wrote this year.

14″ Weaving Frame or the 20″ Weaving Frame
after reading that book you will definitely need a loom to get started right away!

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90 Degree by Reflex High Waisted Leggings

i’ve talked about these leggings many times.
i love them because they are thick and they go WAAAAY up.

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Knit Cable Infinity Scarf

i know this is just chapstick but i looooove this candy cane flavor.
i buy a bunch every december to last the whole year.
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Mini Umbrella in lots of colors & patterns

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Nesting 9 Piece Food Prep Set

this is just happy!  i would love to give this as a gift!   🙂

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Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine           Fabric Scissors           Sewing Machine Carrying Case

i love this sewing machine! we use these at the Craft House.
good fabric scissors are a must.
and your sewing machine will be much happier living inside a case to keep it from getting extra dusty.

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         Self Healing Cutting Mat                    OLFA Rotary Cutter

i use these four products (above and below) every time i sew.

   Acrylic Ruler                          Ruler Grip with Double Suction Cup

 

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Pom Pom Maker Small Sized Poms and Large Sized Poms
these are so fun to use!   you can make all sizes!

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Extra Fine Glitter – Set of 24 colors

i just love glitter!

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JOCO 16 oz Reusable Glass Coffee Cup

 

.Emily Ley’s Simplified Planner

this isn’t available by christmas but this is just so great i had to share it!

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Wet Brush Pro

 


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Wristlet Clutch Organizer Wallet

this was also on the teen girls post because they are super cute!
they come in over 30 colors so you don’t have to get neon green or hot pink… ha ha ha.

. Snow Boots
i think these are all soooooo cute!

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these are books i love and books i want to read this year.

Tattoos on the Heart                          Falling Free                           Assimilate or Go Home                   Love Does 

Looking For Lovely                      For the Love                    Giddy Up Eunice                Made Well

Talking As Fast As Can                    Wildflower                        Where Am I Now?                         Riley Unlikely

because crack is illegal                   All The Pretty Things                   How to Be a Wildflower              All You Ever Wanted


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