I had the privilege to go to a mother’s retreat a couple weeks ago. While we were there we did a guided painting. It was so wonderful to paint again after not painting for so long. I’m usually the kind of person that will follow directions in a group setting, but the lady that was sitting next to me just did what she felt like doing, and it empowered me to create what my heart wanted. It was supposed to be more impressionistic than realistic, with stair stepping rolling hills, but I turned it into a mountain painting with snow capped mountains and lots of pine trees. I made a few mistakes along the way, and it took me quite a bit longer to finish than most everyone else. But I’m so happy with how it turned out. I’ve learned so much from following guided art, but sometimes it’s ok to just let the creativity flow and see where it takes you. So if you’ve been feeling like you have to follow guidelines and step by step processes, but want to try something different, here’s your permission to give it a try! Let’s get creative!
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
2025 Update, Where have I been?
Hello all!
You're probably wondering where I've gone, and what I'm up to! Well, since 2018 my husband and I have had 3 job changes, moved twice, had three children, and started homeschooling. My children are now ages 12, 10, 8, 5, 3 and 1, it's so crazy how fast time is slipping by. Motherhood and homemaking are two of my biggest priorities aside from my faith and a healthy relationship with my amazing husband. With all that is going on in our lives, I have not had much time to sculpt, but I have found other ways to have a creative outlet. I've worked on numerous sewing projects, done some painting, and a few other random crafts here and there. I also like to test out all sorts of recipes. I hope to share what I've been working on, not so much to share what I'm putting in my Etsy shop, but more as an outlet for myself. You're welcome to follow along my creative journey, and I'd love to hear what your making too!
Saturday, November 3, 2018
My Etsy Shop is Open!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/ExpressiveCreativity?ref=search_shop_redirect
Monday, January 29, 2018
Nativity - Camel
Original design created by Amy Stevens
(occasionally available for purchase on etsy-http://www.etsy.com/people/ExpressiveCreativity)

You will need:
Sculpey polymer clay:
Camel (042)
Hazelnut (1657)
2 black seed beads
ball headed straight pin or stylus
flat headed straight pin
tin foil
toothpicks
Head - 1" camel ball
Ears - Two 3/8" camel balls
Body - 1 1/2" camel ball or less
Legs - Four 13/16" camel balls
Neck - 3/4" camel ball
Tail - 1/4" mixed ball
Hoofs: Four 5/16" mixed balls
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Sneak Peak for Spring
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Hanging Wooden Towel Holder
I used some wood I already had, purchased some knobs from Walmart, and used a little left over oil paint that I had to "stain" the wood the color I wanted. After the paint dried, I sealed it with a matt clear finish to keep the wood from being damaged from any moisture from the bathroom. Then I drilled the holes, screwed the knobs in, put 2 sawtooth picture frame hangers on the back, and hammered 2 small nails in the wall. All said and done, I had my towels hanging in the bathroom within a day! Problem solved.
I even had some help from my son. He wanted to paint too, so he used a pen to "paint" on the back. :)
Anyway, if you're trying to find a quick, cheep, easy way to keep your towels off the floor, out of the bedrooms, and into the bathroom, give this a shot. If you do, I'd love to hear how your towel hangers turn out!
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Victor the Vampire
Happy Halloween!
You will need:
Polymer clay:
Black
White
Red
Beige
2 black seed beads
roller or pasta machine
clay tool (as shown in picture)
flat headed straight pin
toothpicks