Tag: #Craftingformyhealth

  • DIY Art @ this June’s Scrappy Flowers Crafty Pop-UP!

    DIY Art @ this June’s Scrappy Flowers Crafty Pop-UP!

    Summer is the perfect time to sit outside and make some art! This Sunday’s Scrappy Flower Crafty Pop-UP! Session will give participants the opportunity to do just that! Have fun & make some art! Drop by & DIY a cute new bookmark for your summer reading or create a postcard for your upcoming vacation. Participants…

  • Exciting News! The Scrappy Flower Campaign wins a Neighbourhood Small Grant!

    Exciting News! The Scrappy Flower Campaign wins a Neighbourhood Small Grant!

    I’m so excited to officially announce that The Scrappy Flowers Campaign has been awarded a $495 Neighbourhood Small Grant to support upcoming Crafting & Community Pop-up events in Vancouver! This funding will help me continue creating free, welcoming spaces in the Central Vancouver area where neighbours can gather, relax, make simple crafts, share hobbies, and…

  • May Crafting Events in Vancouver, BC

    May Crafting Events in Vancouver, BC

    All of a sudden it feels like summer in Vancouver! A perfect time to get out and do some crafting in public! Visit a local arts and crafts fair or grab your favourite game and have some fun at a local park. Make or do something creatively fun this May! Schedule a craft break in…

  • “I wish you a week of unexpected pleasures!”

    “I wish you a week of unexpected pleasures!”

    This was one of the parting wishes I received from a Scrappy Flower participant yesterday, in my My Scrappy Flowers Pop-up this past Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the South Granville Community Plaza in Vancouver. What a beautiful thing to say! She told me that her sister says it whenever they end their conversations, and…

  • Watch & Learn How a Pro Effectively Gets Over A Bad Morning in a Creative Way

    Watch & Learn How a Pro Effectively Gets Over A Bad Morning in a Creative Way

    This morning when I woke up, I was in such a negative mood. These past few months have been so hard, and I’m just tired of the difficulties and the emotions. But, life is hard, and I can’t ruin a whole day because of a bad morning. I need to remind myself of the positive…

  • Event Success – Crafting & Community in Vancouver, BC

    Event Success – Crafting & Community in Vancouver, BC

    This past Sunday, The Scrappy Flower Campaign hosted a Crafts & Hobbies Community Pop-up in Vancouver. South Granville Plaza in Vancouver, BC is a great outdoor community social plaza. It has seating and tables to eat and socialize. There’s also a free library, if you want to grab a book and read a bit. So,…

  • Take One, Make One, Share One: A Scrappy Valentines Experiment

    Take One, Make One, Share One: A Scrappy Valentines Experiment

    This Valentine’s Day, I’m trying a tiny community experiment. Instead of hosting an event or setting up a table, I’ve created a self-serve Valentine’s craft pop-up on our apartment community corkboard. Pinned up alongside my flyer are: It’s free.It’s low-pressure.It’s completely self-serve. Residents can grab a handmade Valentine on their way to check the mail…

  • Chubby cat amigurumi ⋆ A Little Love on a Wednesday Afternoon

    Chubby cat amigurumi ⋆ A Little Love on a Wednesday Afternoon

      After watching the news (☹️), grabbing groceries, and typing on this thing all afternoon, I’ve decided My Wednesday afternoon is going to include a much needed craft break!  I have found that, especially these days, It’s been a great way to decompress and unwind. And definitely better than scrolling on social media! I’ve always…

  • Had a Blue Monday? Make it a Fun Tuesday – Do a Craft with this Easy, Beginner Friendly Video

    Had a Blue Monday? Make it a Fun Tuesday – Do a Craft with this Easy, Beginner Friendly Video

    Written by Lainie Burgess, Photo Credits: Lainie Burgess The 3rd week in January, known as Blue Monday, is a hard day for many as the happy holiday spirits have left most of us and the January drudgery is in full force! These days suck! But you can make them better, by taking some time to…

  • Coffee & Crafts with My Hummingbird Friends

    Coffee & Crafts with My Hummingbird Friends

    I had a recent coffee and craft break on my balcony with a hummingbird friend of mine 🙂 I’d thought I’d share. He’s a cute little guy! ❤️ I’m sharing also sharing video to help illustrate the benefits that crafts and hobbies have to offer in your life. Sitting outside and enjoying nature while having…