The Dear Abby of Common Sense & Inspiration— Home to Family, Hobbies, and Crafts
Dear Anissa, My 14-year-old daughter used to love crafts when she was younger, but now she says everything feels “babyish” or “too much work.” She scrolls TikTok for hours instead, and I worry she’s missing out on that creative joy she once had. I want to encourage her (and maybe her friends) to get hands-on…
Between melted glue sticks and midnight deadlines, creativity can start to feel like chaos. This week’s letters remind us that even when things fall apart, grace holds the pieces together. AskAnissa: Craft Room Meltdown Dear Anissa,My craft room is so messy it could qualify as a natural disaster. I love creating, but I can’t find…
Dear Anissa,I used to love crafting, but now it just feels like work. How do I find my spark again?— Uninspired Artist Dear Uninspired,Inspiration is a shy friend — she only shows up when you stop chasing her. Step away from the glue gun, take a walk, or do something messy and meaningless. Creativity grows…