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“"What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but scattered along life's pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.”

~ Joseph Addison

Hello from the Toymaker

Let the Flowers Bloom!

Every day brings something new.

Have you ever had a new interest take over your brain? You know, a deep dive, obsession, hyper focus, an all consuming subject that you want to learn everything about?

We are ALL about the manias here in my family. Some of my past ones include...

Embroidery

Translating Poetry

Reading books about the Concord writers, Emerson, Thoreau, Alcott.

Painting

This month I've been learning how to paint watercolor flowers. It's been great fun! So I posted a little flower card for you to print out and mail to a friend.

So how about you? What things are you excited about? What are your hobbies? If you could learn a new skill what would it be?

Wishing you a creative week!

Best thoughts,

https://www.thetoymaker.com/

PS If you are interested in painting and art tips, check out my Patreon page.

https://www.patreon.com/thetoymaker

I have all kinds of tips and tricks on everything from watercolor and gouache to paper crafts and sketchbooks. So, if you enjoy learning new art techniques consider signing up.

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