We’re back! Crafty Ass Female is kicking off 2025 with a fresh episode all about starting (or restarting) your creative practice in a way that actually feels good. No pressure, no perfection—just showing up and finding what works for you.
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and ease into 2025 with a creative routine that fits your real life, right now, this episode is for you.
What You'll Get from This Episode
This episode is all about making creativity feel doable—whether you’re picking up where you left off or starting completely fresh. We’re talking about how to create a practice that fits your life (instead of feeling like another thing on your to-do list), why small steps matter more than big leaps, and how celebrating your progress—no matter how tiny—can help you stay inspired and confident in your creative journey.
Big Takeaways
Your Creative Practice = Your Story
Your creative work should reflect you—your values, your interests, and the things that light you up. There’s no “right way” to do it, just the way that feels right to you.
Small Steps Make a Big Difference
Forget the all-or-nothing approach. Starting small—like adding a sticker to a page or jotting down a few thoughts—builds momentum and makes creativity feel doable, even on busy days.
Celebrate Every Little Win
Creative progress isn’t just about finished pages. It’s about showing up, experimenting, and finding joy in the process. Every time you try something new, you’re building creative confidence
What We Talked About
We kicked things off by talking about why having a creative practice matters so much.
It’s more than just making stuff—it’s about carving out space for yourself, adding a little structure to your routine in a way that feels fun, and creating something that reflects your right-now life. Whether it’s a daily, weekly, or monthly practice, the key is making it work for you and whatever your right-now schedule looks like. The best part? Your creative muscles grow over time, even if you're not doing it every single day.
Starting small came up a lot in this conversation. It’s easy to get caught up in the idea that we need to do all the things right away, but the truth is, small steps lead to big changes. We talked about how using smaller notebooks or setting tiny goals—like my weekly Currently List or adding one sticker a day—can help you stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed. And if things don’t go perfectly? That’s part of the process too.
We also spent some time digging into the idea of celebrating progress, not just results. Taking a moment to acknowledge your small creative wins—whether it’s finishing a page, trying a new technique, or simply showing up—can do wonders for your confidence. Plus, sharing your work in a supportive community (like the ALP) helps keep the motivation going and reminds you that you’re not in this alone.
Finally, we touched on how creative practices can (and should!) evolve over time. Maybe what worked for you last year doesn’t quite fit anymore—and that’s okay. Whether it’s switching to a new format, trying out different supplies, or just shifting the way you think about your creativity. The important thing is staying flexible and open to change.
What’s Next?
Take a minute to notice the small creative acts you’re already doing every day—you might be surprised by how much you’re already showing up for yourself. If you’re looking for inspiration and support, join us inside the Awesome Ladies Project, where we’re sharing our creative wins and tackling fun challenges together.
And don’t miss Episode 208: Creativity and Self-Care, coming out next Monday. If you’re curious about how your creative practice connects with your well-being, you’ll want to tune in for this one.
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