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5 DIY Projects To Craft Up Your Quarantine With Things You Probably Already Have Around The House

Now that we're all staying at home, a great way to relieve stress is by doing a simple craft project.

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Apr 28, 2020

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5 DIY Projects To Craft Up Your Quarantine With Things You Probably Already Have Around The House

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Growing up, my parents always kept things like paint, markers, glue, and other craft supplies around the house. They knew that I loved doing small craft projects and would always support me if I wanted to start a new hobby.

Now that we're all staying at home, a great way to relieve stress is by doing a simple craft project. Here is a list of 5 DIY projects that can help you pass the time.

Painting

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A lot of craft stores and art suppliers like Michael's are still shipping out supplies. I recently ordered canvases and paint from Blick Art Materials to start painting again. If you already have the necessary supplies, look up some canvas inspiration on Pinterest, and paint your heart away.

Some small businesses are even shipping out "Paint and Sip" craft kits because of COVID-19.

Writing A Pen Pal

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I used to write pen pals in high school. I wrote to people across the United States and I even kept in contact with a few people from other countries. There is a whole pen pal community on Instagram under hashtags like #snailmail and #letterwriting.

From my experience, finding someone to write to can be as simple as direct messaging a penpal Instagrammer who is willing to write new people. Pinterest is a great way to find inspiration to make your letters decorative and YouTube videos can help with ideas as well. Happy writing!

Making Friendship Bracelets

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I've seen this trend coming back all over social media. One of my best friends has even mailed me a friendship bracelet since social distancing has started. If you don't have the supplies, you can place an order through the link above to relive one of the best parts of our childhoods.

Stress Jars

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Times are hectic right now. Having something to fidget with during zoom classes or meetings is almost a necessity. There are so many tutorials to make stress jars online.

If you have old mason jars and glitter laying around, what a great time to make something new and helpful.

Bullet Journals

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A lot of us have old notebooks lying around. Bullet journals are a great way to stay organized while being creative. If you don't want to make your journal into a planner, using it as a normal journal to document your feelings during this time is a great idea.

There are tons of Instagram accounts and pins on Pinterest that can help with finding inspiration.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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