I’m not quite sure where I heard this, all I know is that it stuck with me: “Embrace the consciousness that is trying to make its way into your life.” This year has brought its fair share of twists and turns. At least it has felt like a twisty-turny year, when compared to the plans… Continue reading Try This: Stream of Consciousness Writing
Category: Crafts
Science major. Art hobby? How they help each other.
Ever since I was wee, art has always been a part of my life. Paper and pencils consistently trumped my Nintendo while waiting at restaurants, doctor’s visits, school plays – you name it. When I went to high school, as school intensified, I prioritized traditional academics to pursuing my artistic side. Of course, I still… Continue reading Science major. Art hobby? How they help each other.
Art during COVID
Like most students, education in the age of COVID has brought one consistency: screens. With technology all about, I’ve retraced my steps to one of my earliest and simplest pleasures (one that actually predates my love of food): art! Art has been on my mind a lot recently. For an article on the Tufts Daily,… Continue reading Art during COVID
DIY Air + Clothes Freshener (only 4 ingredients!)
Nearly three months into school, you begin to notice some things change – mostly in the lockerroom. With people leaving their workout clothes in their lockers, the whole room begins to develop its own signature scent. That’s why I’ve created a super easy-to-make air and clothes freshener with only four ingredients!
Project Fabricland: Diva Inspiration
In January, I participated for the fifth time in Project Fabricland, a sewing competition, similar to Project Runway. Each week, students meet for three hours to sew garments based on a theme. This year, the theme was Divas. This included style icons such as Marylin Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Cher, among others. Sophia Loren has been… Continue reading Project Fabricland: Diva Inspiration
10 Minute DIY: Sparkle Your Sweater
Holiday Card Making Made Easy
Card making can be simple – yes, believe it or not, it can! Within minutes, you can achieve a Papyrus worthy card (with a more personal touch) just by following this simple dot technique – it’s simple enough for kids too. Plus, it looks expensive, festive, and creative. Even better, all you need is a… Continue reading Holiday Card Making Made Easy
Summery and Creative DIY Paperweight
Miss the summer? I think it’s safe to say that we all do, especially when you’re working hard at your desk underneath fluorescent lights. Most of your year takes place in that type of room, so it’s quite nice to look at a little souvenir from your sunlit vacation. While you still may have the time, put aside… Continue reading Summery and Creative DIY Paperweight
Dried Lavender Bundles and Sachets
On this year’s family vacation, I made it a point to visit my first lavender farm, AKL Maui, to finally witness the home of my favorite scent and essential oil. Here, I was fortunate to see a vast amount of different types of lavender, such as Spanish, French, English, Sweet, growing naturally in the countryside. The farm… Continue reading Dried Lavender Bundles and Sachets
Project Fabricland: Fairytale Inspiration
In January, I participated for the fourth time in Project Fabricland, a sewing competition. Each week, students meet for three hours to sew garments based on a theme. This year, the theme was Fairytales. This included classic tales such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and lesser known ones such as The Gold Spinner. Since… Continue reading Project Fabricland: Fairytale Inspiration