With 60 and 70 degree days here in New York City, it feels like spring has finally arrived! To celebrate, we have for you a great guest post by Alicia Mitchell – a new member of the Scholastic Education team – about how she found inspiration in this springtime craft from Instructor Magazine online.
One of the first lessons I learned as the new print and web promotions coordinator for Scholastic Education was developing an open and free mind. Not only does this mindset encourage flexibility in business, it’s a necessity for success.
Similar to detox programs jump-starting your body for a healthier lifestyle, I was in need of creative cleanse granting my imagination freedom to roam.
Coming across an Instructor Magazine video demonstration on recycled egg-carton flowers, I knew this eco-friendly craft project was worth an earnest try. Aside from already having a majority of the materials at home, this innovative activity looked fun.
Ideally intended for young artists, I watched the video on repeat. The more I watched, the more apprehensive I became. Many, many years have passed since I last painted, used scissors or secured anything with pipe cleaners. Verbally committing to pick up a paintbrush was a feat in itself. Whether I failed or flourished, I was making these flowers!
With a few friends on a Friday night, we created our own one-of-a-kind springtime bouquet. Large moments of time flew by without a single word exchanged between each other. We were lost in creativity with our heads, hearts and hands determining the colorful fate of each flower.
I am very pleased with the final results, which are proudly displayed in a vase at my desk. Reminiscent of spring weather, the flower arrangement adds very energizing pops of color, warmth and a welcoming ambiance to my new office space.
What a great way to commemorate my first month at Scholastic. Any time I need a creative refresher, I’ll turn to these egg-carton beauties for instant and endless inspiration.
Craving more crafting? Klutz has you covered! Try this spring wreath project and be sure to check out Klutz on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter for lots of ideas and projects…and just for FUN!
Alicia Mitchell
