NO MOJO? Play With Your Supplies!/Junk Journal Snacks

This is what I do when I want to be creative, but have no mojo. Enjoy!
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[@angelaarnold4255]

I got my diagnosis a year ago. Can you believe it’s been a year? Even though my treatment has been super easy and I haven’t felt sick, my mojo just completely abandoned me! As you know, I just started a new Journal and that has me super excited! I get my mojo boost from watching your videos. I’ve even gone back to some of your older videos because I remember you doing something that I wanted to try! So that’s where I get myself motivated. From you. Thank you for having all of your new and old videos available to us!!♥️♥️♥️

[@49dragonflies]

Aaaaaw don’t make me cry! You are such a sweetheart! Go you! ❤️

[@joycemccullough7856]

Thanks for sharing. Love what you did with the paper sack!❤

[@rosarieramon1081]

This was so inspirational. No mojo, look at your supplies and see what happens. Loved your paper bag pocket and tuck, plus your coin envelope 💖 Thank you for sharing.

[@MaureenAstrid]

🙏🏻☺️ I'm so glad you took your own advice sweetie, it is true, just showing up at your craft desk, sitting down with some things and just creating is the best way out of that funk. 😊

[@YvonneCook-gv5pq]

Thank you for sharing your ups & downs with the creative process. It must be hard having to bring so many videos to the creating community. We all appreciate your efforts, your inspiration & your honesty. Hugs ❤😊

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much! I’m very grateful I get to do this 😊

[@debraolm7104]

I can not say better than Yvonne. You did a nice Lemonade out even the lemons!!! Best Regards. LOVE from 💚💛,🐝

[@klaire74]

Happy Birthday to your husband! And all the best wishes to you both, i hope everything you wish will become true! Is a beautiful.and most of all, meaningful page. Thank you for sharing, is a great reminder that even if is hard sometimes, the joy of creating comes back!❤❤❤

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@ritapetty7482]

Awesome project! I would never have known you were struggling with your mojo if you hadn’t said so. There is so much pressure on those of you with KZbin channels to keep producing to keep us happy. I feel bad about it. So sorry for the pressure, but I love watching you work.

[@julia_l-c]

I totally agree, I think we go through cycles of creativity. And remember, you just recently finished a HUGE creative project with planning and creating for Dephemerember, so it's not surprising your feeling the downswing after all that hard work!! For me it helps just moving my hands and doing something - no pressure things like making backgrounds or just fussy cutting images. Sometimes just following someone's tutorial or class helps - I can follow along and not think too much beyond choosing colors and picking out the supplies. I find when I start overthinking things and putting pressure on myself it makes it worse.

[@brigitvanrooij1689]

I love that you say you want to keep your channel authentic. That is so important. And yes, we all have periods like this. I know by now that my flow will return, I trust that. And that feels so good. What helps me is cleaning my craft table or craft room and discovering things I forgot I had. Or looking through an inspiring craft book or magazine. Without the pressure of having to create something. That usually gets my flow going again.✨💕

[@49dragonflies]

Thanks for sharing!! ❤️

[@daylconstance7772]

That’s an easy question-I watch junk journal videos, particularly yours! I admire your positive attitude and willingness to share with your viewers even though you are not feeling inspired. I hope things calm down for you soon. ❤

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@teresitalamas5304]

Lovely place to keep a special memory. Good start to getting back in the groove.

[@Sholara]

This is what happened to me. I took a piece of brown Amazon paper …got some scraps and little ephemera pieces…grabbed a glue stick ,stencils, texture paste and spray inks…then I sat down and made a huge collage board. I was so excited by the end I started grabbing papers and ended up making a whole journal. It might be worth a try?? ❤

[@49dragonflies]

Wow, that’s amazing! Go you! 😃

[@elizabethkeeling-carreau1873]

I tend to go through my stamp sets and die sets, then I check out all of my ephemera and paper hanging about and I’m ready to create. It works every time for me. 🇨🇦🤗🇨🇦

[@49dragonflies]

Awesome! 😃

[@cathykaden]

Happy birthday to the hubby. He have the best from all wife's over the world 🗺! Cathy from OreMountains 🤩

[@49dragonflies]

Aaaaaw thank you! ❤️

[@thejunqueprophet]

No giggles this video. You must really be going through it. Everything is temporary, that's what I keep reminding myself. Hugs from the coast of Maine in the US. I have been sitting for weeks with no Mojo. Injury and other parts of life are draining it. I totally helped to come here and see you push through it to make something lovely. You have been my favorite artist since I found your channel a few years ago, and remain so until now. We all love you and your art girl! 😍😘😘

[@allisonjames2923]

Big hugs to you. I know far too well how injury & life drain mojo. Like mine, yours is just waiting until you have the energy for it. Take good care of you & hope you heal soon 😊🤗🐶

[@49dragonflies]

Aaaaw aren’t you the sweetest! ❤️ I hope you recover soon. Sending lots of healing love your way! 😘

[@matildaenlund6679]

❤ thank you… I needed this today. Happy birthday to your hubby.

[@lorettataylor3374]

Dear Barbara, you sounded so down. I hope things are going well for you and yours. I loved your sack pocket and tuck.❤

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you for your kind words! I think the mojo is slowly coming back. Baby steps 😊❤️

[@suzannemcgee2756]

It seems like you're in more than a creative funk. If you need to take some time to yourself, please do. We are all with you.

[@elizecoetsee6285]

Love the bag!!!!! The quote is precisely what you must do!!! But how do you do it?? Start by smiling. Specially in the mirror, in the supermarket, smile and people will smile back. A smile is a silent way too greet unknown people. Say hello to the cashiers and look them in the eyes. you will be amazed how they love your kindness. Next time they will recognising you and talk too you. On KZbin you play a huge part in all your followers life. The small seed you have planted become a big harvest. Smile😊 ❤❤❤❤

[@kerenvalentin7082]

For not feeling up to creating you did a fantastic job. I love what you did with the pocket. It came out so pretty! Thank you for sharing when you didn't think you had your mojo. You do, sometimes emotions get in the way but that doesn't mean you lost your creativity. Your creativity and gifts never leave you. 🤗🤗

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@Art-in-Making]

No craft mojo for me is: sometimes I'll watch a movie while sitting in my craftroom, with some nice nettle tea and something to eat. Or I'll be in my craftroom and cleaning something. Often when I'm in my craftroom, my craft mojo returns.

[@theresaconway-hayes]

I can totally relate. To me being real is the easiest. I say all the time that my channel is a real life channel, chickens and all.

[@lynndavis9432]

When I need something easy and a low emotional investment I make scrap masterboards. I like to line up all my trimmer strips on a piece of cardstock. Eventually I use them for tag backgrounds, booklet covers, etc. Just spending time glueing paper down can be very satisfying.

[@hankejoosen4029]

🤩🤩🤩

[@bernibarnes8912]

I was wondering if maybe you could do a video on how you made your beautiful needle book . Please , I would love it if you would share that with the world. Thank you so much for the awesome video it is beautiful

[@49dragonflies]

The needle book was a gift. I didn’t make it myself….

[@sandyloer2249]

When I need inspiration I watch your videos! You are very talented and I wish I had your artistic mind.

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@4chicagogrl]

So yes I have been in a creative slump myself and it’s discouraging. Glad I am not the only one. I get overwhelmed easily and can’t focus. Too many possibilities? Watching videos like this is nice when my brain isn’t working. And Sometimes just looking at old projects I’ve made reminds me that, hey! I CAN be creative! 😊❤

[@marjandewith4171]

I've learned to overcome these situations by trying something new. I have always had many hobbies, drawing, painting, making jewellery, journaling in various ways, so I can always come back to one of these crafts and I feel there's always something I can do. A little while ago, I had made and sold a couple of journals and usually after that I feel like I want to take the time to work in my own journals, so that's what I did, but I lacked a bit of inspiration. So I watched some art-journaling and creative journaling video's, and I came across a few artists who do abstract painting and grid journaling... and then BOOM🤯💥, I just really felt the urge to try that. And so I did. And now, a few weeks later, I did a LOT of pages in my art journal and I love it! It's a complete new thing for me, abstract painting/journaling, but it's so much fun. Every time this happens to me, I feel like it's another step in my development, and I'm learning new things. And I know, after this, I will probably get back to my family heirloom junk journal, or my ready made journal for spring, or even work in all of my journals for a period of time. So, trying something new really works for me. I hope you find your mojo again soon Barbara!

[@49dragonflies]

Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@allisonjames2923]

Oo what is grid journalling??? I’m like you, I love trying new things. I always felt like I didn’t have a style of my own, but then I realised that my style is “eclectic/variety” 🤷‍♀️ I can’t think of anything worse than finding one particular look/medium & just recreating that over & over (even though there are many artists who are happy & successful with that). I love trying collage, watercolour, Brushos, alcohol ink, acrylic painting, beading, polymer clay, junk journalling, digital art, Gelli printing & I’m starting encaustic painting when the weather cools down. Anything & everything in other words lol.

[@corkyeden]

I am 76 and stuck at home recovering as I just had knee surgery. I have been following you for some time but this video really was inspirational for me. Did spending the time to get Mojo back also help you with “life” problems?

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you and I wish you a speedy recovery! ❤️‍🩹 And yes, being creative is always healing for my soul!

[@susananderson8428]

It can take your mind off most things and for me it gives me time to "reset", play without thinking about anything except what I'm doing, and "leave everything else behind. If I can be "in the moment", I gain a new perspective on life and that works for me. I'm 72, had 4 surgeries (hip replacement and 3 spinal surgeries) in 5 years and it has taken me much longer to recover my mobility than in previous years. I'm getting there but I'm not very patient and crafting has definitely helped me. ❤‍🩹❤🙏

[@NatureSpiritJournals]

Ich hoffe, dass du bald wieder den Kopf für viel kreative Eingebungen frei haben wirst! Es scheint ja Dinge zu geben, die dich belasten. Als Zuschauer merken wir hiervon auf jeden Fall gar nichts! Die heutige Idee ist auch wieder wundervoll… gefällt mir sehr. Herzlichen Glückwunsch an deinen Mann! Liebe Grüße Nicole

[@49dragonflies]

Danke liebe Nicole! ❤️

[@rebeccapowell8314]

I don't know what it is but I have not had one ounce of inspiration or motivation since December... I really enjoyed this video and thank you because you really encouraged me to play with my supplies again..

[@49dragonflies]

Yay! Mission accomplished! ☺️

[@pegasus201045]

This is an awesome way of getting out of a slump!! Thank you for sharing your MOJO slump with all of us!!! Made my day!!😊

[@49dragonflies]

Aaaaw thank you! ❤️

[@sherryholliman1136]

What do I do when I lose my mojo? Watch your videos and take a bunch of notes without worrying if I will ever do anything or even remember my ideas, it's just for me to keep the creative juices flowing. Thank you so much.😊

[@49dragonflies]

Aaaaw thank you! ❤️

[@craftyannieinthelight3102]

One of the best inspirations is when you make videos and replicate (in your own way of course) a tag or something from Pinterest. It always gets me going and I always find new ways to create. Thank YOU for all the inspiration even when its hard.

[@judyandrew592]

Oh most definitely have been in that spot! If I am not playing w/my supplies to get me out of a rut, then I choose to look through old vacation photos, or I visit my nearest nursery!

[@cindycreateforlife]

The struggle is real, sometimes my mojo is killed because I can’t settle on which path to take and sometimes, I can’t see any path!🤣. I usually watch your videos, or Luise but looking on Pinterest can trigger an idea as well. Don’t worry, you are right, just show up at your table and experiment with your craft supplies, not even in your journal, so you are totally free! Love your project today!💕🇨🇦

[@susansmithey5317]

I grab any paper and doodle. It might be in an art journal. But frequently it’s just a random piece of notebook paper or computer paper. I may save it and I may not. I just do it. This gets me out of my whiny mood! 😂❤

[@carolbeeding4270]

😍❤️

[@ssbalmera7464]

Love you video as always, such a great inspiration. I love your comment "first world problems" that just made me laugh because it so true. You are very endearing in your honesty. Thanks so much.

[@nancynorris9822]

It turned out very cute! I think if your mojo is sleeping you fly on automatic b/c it turned out great. TFS 🤗

[@tfntexas]

Thank you for the awesome inspiration. I have issues with depression and anxiety and lots of times I want to be creative but can’t think what to do. I will give this a shot!

[@49dragonflies]

You are not alone! Sending g lots of hugs ❤️

[@RobinfromCA]

I love the way you attached that little tag! Fabric has become one of my favorite things to use lately. The colors in your Gatsby set are so rich and wonderful!

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you! ❤️

[@myhappyspace4533]

It is amazing how you made a lovely page, just sitting down and playing with your supplies

[@amyslingsby6947]

I’m working on a big project (restoring a dolls house) but occasionally I need a break or find myself waiting for something to dry. I have a vintage Rolodex that is one big art journal. It has all manner of strange things in it. Cute, funny, pretty, meaningful and even quite dark. Every card is its own world, it’s own part of my mind. They are small so they are never overwhelming. Tags are the same idea, really. If I’m less motivated than that, I tidy the room and that usually makes me remember supplies or techniques and stop tidying to do something. Or I make myself some backgrounds it embellishments because that isn’t much commitment and I can slip into what I call factory mode.

[@katherinetwilliams4254]

I lost my hubby 3 months ago and have found it difficult to to focus . But I’ve been making a journal with pictures of my husband and also doing smaller projects like tabs, clusters and hidden paperclips. I have lots of ideas but lack the energy and focus to do much more right now.

[@SusuWorld-dy3pq]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Simple craft projects help.

[@allisonjames2923]

So sad for you. You must be having such a hard time. I hope you’ve got some good support from family & friends. Just remember that lack of energy, anger, tears & pretty much anything during grieving is absolutely normal & everyone’s journey & time to recovery is different. And if family/friends aren’t giving you the support you need because they’re too close to you or want to rush you through, talk to external help. It can make a world of difference having someone objective who is just there purely for you so you can be 100% open & honest about your feelings & thoughts without having to edit them to protect or not worry your loved ones! Making a journal of memories of & with him sounds beautiful. Big hugs to you from Australia 🤗 💕

[@49dragonflies]

Im so sorry! I hope those projects are bringing you a little bit of comfort. My heart goes out to you. You are not alone ❤️

[@craftydragoncreations]

I love what you did with the bag. Sometimes you just need to do "easy" Hugs! ❤

[@caroltanzi29]

Barbara: well done! It turned out to be very interesting. Once you got going, there was no stopping you. Carol from California

[@hazeljanehopkins5652]

Way to get your creativity going!

[@PapercraftwithKay]

Sounds like you need to do something like a few days away, eg.Visit the country and take in the fresh air and the beauty in nature. Or just a day visiting your museums or art gallery. Sending hugs. 🙂

[@mariakristinaengen3215]

💜

[@lotusflowerpassion]

For me I just take out supplies and start creating with them sometimes just doodling works in a journal to like a stream of consciousness can help too.

[@bozomahoney]

I try not to beat myself up over NOT wanting to craft. I just figure my brain needs stimulation from elsewhere; I listen and proceed. My brain is soon refreshed by gardening, cleaning, walking, or a different craft. 😊

[@patriciaalmeida2845]

I always get my mojo back watching your videos or videos from other creators.

[@heather9390]

Yes. How i get out is just set supplies out to work with and do it. Also alhaving my children work with supplies helps to. So of the things they make end up as background pages in my journal.

[@user-gh4rc3wl6i]

When I want to be creative but lack the inspiration, I make a point of going through past projects I've put into my journals, I look at my scraps (and I always find something I'd forgotten about that didn't hit me 6 months ago but all of a sudden does now), and I go through my rubber stamps. One or more never fails to give me an idea.

[@chiagirlmyfatcat896]

I just play with supplies, sometimes no plan produces a beautiful page! Sometimes i just have to leave it alone until later. One thing for sure, i can not be creative if I am tired. Your bag is beautiful!!!

[@acknims]

My mojo-energy goes to nursing my dear hubby. To say that: now and than I journal a bit about it.

[@journaleclectique]

❤

[@CherrySignature3]

Love it

[@machellesnow4214]

I can definitely relate to not having the time. Since taking on the honor of caring for my Aunt and Uncle with dementia I have no time except late at night and I've been to exhausted to craft and create. The joy I do get is watching your utube channel. Thank you for spreading joy.

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you for your kind words! You are a Super Woman! ❤️

[@bonnietyler5338]

Great project! The only thing missing was your beautiful gold splatters, just kidding. Yes, I think playing with my supplies is a great way to get my creativity back. Sometimes I take a few days to line some supplies up on my desk and just have fun putting it all together. My problem right now is that I have just finished a journal and don't really have a journal to work in, so----I need to line up some stuff for making a journal. The last one was so easy because I was so taken with the color yellow. You know, it just grabbed me after such a long, dreary winter. I know that time change and season change have an effect on my energy level. I just have to trust that it will return.

[@49dragonflies]

It will for sure! I like your approach of lining up some supplies that speaks to you ❤️

[@allisonjames2923]

It will definitely return, especially with some sun & fresh air. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a very real phenomenon, and a lot comes down purely to low levels of Vitamin D from lack of sunlight in winter.

[@carolm4094]

Love the pocket!

[@blackcoffeeandwildflowers]

No idea what is going on in your world but you need a mental vacation! The time and opportunity where you do not have to think, or create. And even though you are so inspiring, and make beautiful things like this, it can wear you down. My doctor told me to think about it as a battery and I only have so much energy every day. So be careful what you do with that energy. Make sure you include thinking as an energy drain. It has the same type of drain on your body. Even small things like filling out a form. So I am now trying to track and preserve my energy. But I’m old! 😂 And you are not. 💃🏽Anyway, this so cute and I do hope you can get some well needed and well deserved rest! Hugs 🤗❤️😘

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you for your kind feedback! ❤️

[@joannfuhrer3114]

I have a crammed schedule, so many times, even if I have some downtime, my mojo is no-no! So I make collage papers. They require no planning, no composition, nothing that takes brain power....just paint and markers, ink and spray on whatever paper I have handy. Right now, it's tracing paper. Thanks Barbara!

[@JournalBreeze]

Such good advice, Barbara, keep moving, play, have no need to be creative just do what comes to mind with creative tools handy. No judging.

[@pambotter355]

When I lose my mojo I look through my stamps, stamp something and color it. Next thing I know, my mojo is back. I got AirPods last year and love them, I know your hubby does too. TFS! ❤

[@wendyk2557]

I like these kind of video's. Thank you.

[@CraftyBestie]

I have a lot going on with my family and my job. MOJO has been lost for a bit. I sit down and watch amazing creators and make myself craft along. Doing different techniques and searching for others I haven't watched before as well. It helps

[@kathylambert-uz1vs]

Hugs, your not alone. Thanks for crafting today. ❤❤❤

[@dailydoseofpaper]

From what i have seen in your videos i’m guessing that your mind is probably always on and in a creative state, even if your hands don’t execute it. So be kind to yourself and take time to wonder and ponder. We’ll still be here!💖🍀

[@sharonromer6606]

Barbara you always brighten my day/night...thank you so much 💕 🇺🇸

[@suzyq2463]

Sadly, I don’t feel like I’ve lost my mojo, I never seem to have found it in the first place. I have a great craft space. I have tons of supplies. I watch videos (especially yours!) for inspiration, but when I sit down to craft I just get overwhelmed. It’s like every idea escapes my head, and then when I do a spread it looks terrible. I get so discouraged. I know it’s not about perfection, but I’m starting to wonder if junk journaling is just not for me.

[@TheSyl1408]

Hi! I went through the same situation. It occurred to me once, to choose only 6 elements of the tons of materials I've got, and do something with only 6 items. Believe me, it worked. Having so much staff and looking at it was what overwhelmed me, and couldn't create, or even copy something. Give it a try and see if it works for you too. Good luck!!!!

[@francescab5047]

I felt like you. I have a lot of things, and nothing went out of my head. I decided to try in this way : Decide a theme, decide what you prefer to create - a jj, some cards, a folio, ecc…- grab a few things from your supplies related to your chosen topic ( in my case I choose the theme, spring and flowers. I wanted to create a folder with the envelopes .l choose the kit , some stamps ( 2or 3 pieces) and the ink… ( also few colors) and I started) and get started, you'll see it will work. When we have too many supplies and things it becomes difficult to concentrate and decide, we have just confusion on the head. With few things is easier because you just focus on that. Try, and courage. ❤💪🏻❤️

[@49dragonflies]

Dear Suzy, I’m so many of us can relate to the overwhelm when it comes to crafting and craft supplies. Try limiting your supplies and create something with that, something small like a tag or a journaling card. Please don’t give up! You are not alone! ♥️

[@susansmithey5317]

Consider finding a friend to play with.

[@Charlathejournalingjunky]

Please don’t give up, I felt like you, I was so upset when I saw everyone else making beautiful things and my own art looked like a 3 year old had done it, I was so close to selling everything and I decided I wanted to try a class , I was amazed it actually worked, working in a group with other people gave me so much inspiration, we bounced off each others energy and I finally made something I was proud of, start slowly and never give up, there’s so many ladies in our group that feel like you and they are growing together in confidence and learning about different techniques etc please don’t stop you will get there I promise ❤

[@margaretcomella3318]

Wow! Simple and yet not boring! Your eye for added touches is great!TFS!❤ I like to paint or stamp collage fodder when I have zero ideas. Sometimes I get a piece of junk...like this bag...that makes me want to play. I love adding color to the inside of security envelopes if the pattern is cool.

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

Love that idea 😊

[@prof.mommyarty]

Missing mojo is so frustrating! I have a list of basic things like master boards and fussy cutting (Tina did a good series) but personally if nothing else works then old fashioned manual labour is good 😄. I start a big tidy or sort out and my brain starts working without me getting in the way🙊. That's pretty fabric! Noooo my 'healthy' chocolate😱. Cute envelope 😍. Great way to get back mojo, in mourning for my chocolate though lol. Tfs and have a great day 💖💖💖

[@bobbiwest6625]

😊😊 i dont why, but im thinking about a marionette monkey that raises its arms when string pulled. I wonder if instructions are out there. I love your page. Nice colors and idea. It's perky. Take care, be safe, happy crafting.

[@allisonjames2923]

That would be so cool! And easy to make by using eyelets & brads on the joints & adding string to the hands/arms 😊

[@sandikalin636]

If you’re a writer it’s called “writers block” sometimes I have it happen to me with my knitting, I have all the supplies but no mojo. I tend to think and try to hard, I do better to take a step back and maybe organize and look through previous projects. It is reassuring to know that all of us suffer with it occasionally. Thanks for sharing your story Barbara. And it doesn’t help when situations in our daily life pop up

[@snowstormcrafts8558]

This is great. 😊

[@susananderson8428]

It works!! 😍😍😍🥰

[@malindawalk9418]

March 2024 something went wrong. I'm in the same boat. I'm so glad you did a paperbag. Can you do more for us. Hang in there we will make it ❤

[@tonyashatley5040]

Absolutely beautiful! I love how you transformed the bag!

[@49dragonflies]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@angelaarnold4255]

Looking for something to watch on TV tonight. So what in the world should I see? Yep, a video telling me how to get my mojo back. I ended up in the hospital this morning. I have a UTI. Then to top that off. My surgeon wanted to see my lump and my Lymph Node. So on Thursday we did a mammogram and an ultrasound. My lymph node doubled in size. Went from .04cm to a .08cm. My lump is bigger too. So tomorrow I have a Zoom meeting. She will let us know what she wants to do. But surgery is for sure in my future. It’s ok though. We can get busy healing now. ♥️♥️♥️

[@49dragonflies]

Oh sweetie, I’m so sorry you have to go through these health challenges. You are strong! 💪🏼 Sending you lots of love ❤️

[@Suesjournaladventures]

Lovely use of a bag! Love what you did with that❤️

[@snowstormcrafts8558]

This is great 😊

[@user-rq8by6fx3x]

Beautiful🎉

[@pauletteliddell2923]

Thank you❤❤🐼🐼

[@gehtdichnixan876]

Thx 4 your video many nice inspirations and really nice that you show what you do if brain is empty

[@janillingsworth7478]

When I think I have lost my creative self I look through my old journals, and my current one, to read what themes have been going on for me. Often I go for a walk around the little lake and park near me and all sorts of thought arise which I record on my phone as I walk. I read my poetry and other favourite poems or I might take the words or title from a favourite song and by then the ideas are flowing. At other times I will doodle, or create pages for a future journal by drawing borders on them. Today I made snippet rolls from paper and fabric which I have rolled onto sticks similiar to yours. I loved that idea of yours and have used it. I have feathers coloured thread whipped around the stick and have also made a circle of gemstone beads which I have glued around the feathers. Today I made some tabs like Luise' s using the vintage strip photos and having made them I began thinking how some of the photos looked like my 1950s childhood photos. So now I am sorting through these tiny box brownie photos and scanning them to use in my journals. I dont think you ever lose that creative self its just that your outer life distracts us. From the creative self's point of view it is you that have wandered off and got lost. Arohanui from me in Aotearoa New Zealand ❤❤❤

[@49dragonflies]

Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@toniscott1029]

Beautiful!! You're so creative!!

[@megjournals]

It turned out so sweet!!

[@harrietthompson189]

Lovely thanks for sharing, just what I needed to see and hear today ❤

[@nataliechim5227]

Beautiful page, I just love it.

[@msbecky]

love it so cute and envelope was great idea

[@utpre89]

Liebe Barbara, ich schicke dir einfach eine warme und herzliche Umarmung. Gib gut acht auf dich und sei gut zu dir selbst. Es gibt sie einfach, diese Löcher, in die man manchmal fällt, aus welchen verschiedenen Gründen auch immer. Vielleicht trifft es sensible und feinsinnige Menschen ein bisschen mehr. Gib und nimm dir alle Zeit die du brauchst. Es wird wieder besser werden und deine Motivation wird neu zurück kehren. Ich glaube, ich kann für deine Community hier sprechen und sagen: Wir haben dich lieb.

[@49dragonflies]

Ich danke dir! Das ist sehr lieb! ❤️

[@user-dx2vo6zm3i]

A handful of almonds keeps cancer away :) So I suggest roasted almonds instead of fat chocolate, easy to make, the smell is fastantic.

[@MarinaTheJournalingGypsy]

Hi Barbara, Thanks so needed this video today.....was staring into space with a blank mind 😄😄❣❣

[@49dragonflies]

So happy it was helpful! ❤️

[@MarinaTheJournalingGypsy]

Incredibly helpful .... it is now 21.51 and I am still creating 😘

[@kaz3bears]

Love your videos where you get tags from Pinterest and recreate them from your own stash? I’ve made them with you and made a miniature version ❤ as I like small things. Thanks Barbara love your channel

[@juliechaud]

I love that you just said this: “ … want to keep my channel authentic, so whatever I go through you go through with me!!!” That’s the Barbara that I find helps for my own inspiration !! I am going through a bit of an art slump too, and instead of doing art, I keep collecting supplies - arghh 😅 Thank you for being real about the artist life !! ❤

[@robinsutton4952]

It seems my mojo hits me before bedtime. During the day I’m taking care of my husband. He doesn’t demand all my attention, but lately my creative brain only wakes up late at night. You get what you get, when you get it.

[@ketchup016]

When I feel like that, I will limit my supplies, usually by just choosing one item that's "sparking joy," as they say, then finding only 4 or 5 other things that coordinate. I also limit the size to something index card size or smaller. And then I just remind myself that the process is more important than the finished project, and if I don't like what I make it doesn't matter, because I can put it aside to be changed later or even just throw it away some day. That's not a waste because, again, the act of making something was where I got my "value" out of the items. 😊

[@49dragonflies]

Awesome! 😃👍🏻

[@margueritemitchell1829]

I take put my paints and swatch colours... Nice cutting...Rrrrriiiippp Rip Rip 🙏😂🎉 lol haha

[@allisonjames2923]

Huge warm hugs Barbara. Mojo sometimes just needs a recharge. If we are struggling to find energy just for life, it’s no surprise it’s hard to find it for creating. I find that going for a meander around town browsing without buying or being out in nature helps with my mojo. I see patterns & colours on buildings, signage etc that I take photos of & get inspired to incorporate them into some artwork. Or I find colours & shapes in leaves, flowers, grasses etc that inspire me. And I collect leaves & flowers like you do, to use in dry eco printing (just running it through my Bigshot die cutter in folded paper which creates the most beautiful patterns & colours without all the mess & unpredictability of steaming/boiling. Did I learn that from you or Luise? 🤔), plus feathers, seeds, pods etc to put in little windows in embellishments. And I browsed the Op Shop yesterday for some cheap jewellery & puzzle pieces to use as Gelli printing material. I saw a cool video on the Gelli printing channel creating a cool embellishment from Gelli printing an earring. I also love browsing Pinterest for ideas. I always find stuff that gets my creative brain ticking. And of course, I watch videos from my favourite creators like you, Luise, the Creative Cove, Froyle Gelli printing & gazillions more. My issue is getting from the 10 billion things I want to do, to actually having the energy & motivation to sit down & do them🤦‍♀️ 🤷‍♀️ It’s stupid, because I love creating. I know I love creating. But getting to my desk to start creating is a mission, even though it’s the next room 🫣 But, I just have to keep forcing myself to go & spend a few minutes there & then hours will usually fly happily by before I know it.

[@wrenbayley]

Love you quick eco printing idea! Can hardly wait to try that.

[@49dragonflies]

Thanks for your feedback, Carrie! ❤️