For years, I’ve been making handmade cards, but I also love sketching, painting rocks
and getting stuck into anything crafty. Creativity is my go-to way to unwind, it’s how I slow down and practice a bit of mindfulness in the chaos of everyday life.
If you're curious about how crafting helps me stay grounded, you can read more in my blog post: Practice mindfulness with crafting.
Want to see what I’ve been working on lately? (assuming I’ve had a moment to post!) You can find a few snapshots over on Instagram here.
A bit more about me
I love sharing ideas and creative projects - little sparks of inspiration find their way into my days whenever they can.
That said, I’m not the most social media-savvy person (and I like to keep things fairly private), so what you see here is just the occasional snapshot when time and energy align!
Those who know me well will tell you I’m constantly diving into new creative projects - or as my other-half calls them, my latest “fad”. Whether it’s crafting, making, or getting messy with my hands, there’s usually something on the go behind the scenes in my own little world. If I manage to tick just one thing off my list in a day, life or craft-wise, I’ll be celebrating with a well-earned G&T!
Get me talking about anything creative and you might struggle to get a word in. Especially if it’s something for a good cause. I spend a lot of my free time volunteering with charities and local community organisations, and I’m always looking for ways to support mental health, wellbeing, and sustainability - whether that’s repurposing materials or simply being kind to the planet. Oh, and I’ll never say no to an adventure - travel’s always calling.
Sometimes, I just need to pause, take a breath, and find my balance again.
PS I sporadically share ways to get creative on your travels, along with travel news and advice. Check out my creative travel posts.
Handmade cards and crafts
Head over to my Handmade cards or crafts page for more on my creations or get in touch via email at jadedcrafter@gmail.com. Why not follow along to see what I've made or more of what I've been up to on Instagram.
Stampin Up! info
Finally, if you have landed on my site from a long ago post - you may have seen something from my time as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. If of interest I do have a couple of contacts who are current/active demonstrators I can put you in touch with for card classes or product purchases, but I really only do the former very occasionally these days and usually for charity or fun (not as a business).
Feel free to contact me if you want more info on any of the above.