Wandering Texan Journal

When the snow is falling, or you simply don’t feel like leaving the house, a quick creative project can turn a gray winter day into something a little brighter. No big plans required. Just a small pocket of time, the kids, and whatever supplies are already nearby.

Set aside 20 to 30 minutes and try one of these cozy, low-pressure ideas:

• Color a cozy winter page. Think mugs, mittens, or a snowy scene.
• Create a mini collage using old magazines, mail, or paper scraps.
• Make a simple gratitude jar and jot down a few things that feel good right now.
• Write a short letter or poem. It can be for someone you love or just for yourself.
• Build a color mood board with pens or markers. No rules, just colors that feel comforting.

These projects aren’t about making something perfect or Pinterest-worthy. They’re about enjoying the process and letting creativity stretch its legs, even briefly. Plus, enjoy the moment. 

If kids are part of your day, let them join in. Let it be playful and imperfect and full of laughter. 

For a deeper look at slowing down and resetting creatively this season, this post pairs gently with this week’s longer reflection on creative resets.

If you’ve been craving a little reset this season, my Creative Reset List is there as a companion. It’s a small collection of ideas designed to help you reconnect with creativity in simple, doable ways.

Which project are you trying this weekend? Share below, I’d love to hear what you’re making.

From my road to yours, happy wandering.