Let’s make Mini Moss Wreaths; they are truly the perfect Christmas craft. But first, a quick story because honesty and vulnerability fosters connection. And maybe you’re feeling something similar. Recently, I’ve felt a little stuck. This time of year, as a design blogger, is hectic, but then throw in book marketing, and I’m officially overwhelmed. And when you’re a creative, being overwhelmed is the kiss of death. All weekend, I tried to come up with a clever mini-wreath to make from shower curtain rings for the next episode of #whatwoulddahliamake. But nothing came to mind. I scoured the house and even tested a few awful options. At the end of the day, I was putting too much pressure on myself to reinvent the wheel or come up with something extraordinary.
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“Good things come to those who are patient,” as my mother would say. As I sat there on my crafting couch, ready to scream or cry, not sure which, I spotted a gorgeous texture from across the room. It was moss, peeking out of the side of my Christmas terrarium. I knew in that moment I’d hit the mother load. And when I wrapped a few pieces I had left around it, BINGO!
Of course, I had to run out and get more when I was trying so hard this year to use what I have. But this purchase was so worth it. I made a bunch, which I’ll use for holiday ornaments, a fun garland, gift tags, and place cards. For this easy DIY, you’ll need moss clumps (not sheets), a glue gun, pretty ribbon, and plastic shower curtain rings. Please take a look below for the simple process.
Even though I persevered, I didn’t like the feeling of if this, then that. Like if I didn’t come up with an out-of-the-box idea, then I was a has-been. On my walk yesterday, I gained some clarity & perspective on my creative spiral. At the end of the day, maybe extraordinary is overrated. There is so much pressure on everyone to overperform, outdo, and reinvent the wheel; it’s exhausting. Possibly, the peace lies in embracing the ordinary with a few sparks here and there that can be quantified. If I hadn’t thought of something unique or different on Sunday, I’d still be the same creative person I’ve always been. Why it felt so vital to my worth, I’ll never know. But I do think the culture we’re currently embedded in plays a BIG role!
You can find the French blue ribbon HERE, and you can see more Holiday Decor ideas HERE.
Feel free to catch up on #whatwoulddahliamake (my FMC), who also happens to sport a “Coastal Niece” Aesthetic. you can revisit the last few projects: the Shell Bowls, DIY Anthropologie Candles, Coastal Coasters, Ribbon Candlesticks & Shell Bracelets.
In case you missed The Summer I Found You Christmas Aesthetic and shopping guide.
And last but not least, my book, The Summer I Found You, is available for Pre-Order! December 9th-15th, I’ll be hosting the first All About Home Pre-Order Campaign! I’ll post on Monday, but the gist is if you pre-order my book within that window and email my publisher the proof of purchase, you’ll be entered to win a FREE 24 x 30 Lindsay Letters Canvas.
How would you like to GO TO FRANCE with MEEEE?! I am collaborating with Lumina Literary Tours for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to France inspired by Nancy Meyers. If you are interested in hearing more, please fill out THIS FORM.
Happy making, friend!
