14 Creative Activities to Calm the Mind and Feed Your Inner Artist

Dirty your hands, relax your mind and nourish your creative side with these 14 activities to do at home.

By Divya Murthy
April 9, 2020
creative minds
Art, in its many forms, is a balm for idle hands and anxious minds. Whether you’re bored at home right now, or super busy—spread thin juggling working while having the kids home from school—you deserve some you-time. These fun, stress-relieving activities are an ideal way to bring yourself some peace and indulge your creative side.Getty ImagesPolymer clay earrings, pendants, bobbles and trinkets are not just one-of-a-kind creations, but also pretty simple to make. What you need to start your own collection: clay in the colors you want, scissors, super glue and an oven. Mix up the colors; cut the clay into hoops, circles, half-moons, or studs; pierce holes for posts and chains; and bake. Sound too complicated? Try an all-in-one earring making kit.

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