This month, our theme was “Bloom Where You Are.” And I did just that—in ways I didn’t expect. Some days I created beautiful spreads. Other days I sat in stillness with scissors in hand, unsure what to say but still showing up.
May wasn’t about perfection. It was about presence. About making space for creativity, connection, and self-compassion in the in-between moments.
So here’s a little look at what I created—and how I grew.
🌱 What I created:
- 6 full 6×8 layouts using gentle colors like Wild Wheat, Bubble Bath, and Lost Lagoon
- 12 journaling cards with single sentences that helped me process emotions
- 5 handmade cards I sent to friends as part of our Happy Mail challenge
- A “Roots & Wings” layout using the Thoughtful Journey DSP to honor my mother
- A creative ritual I’ve now added every Sunday: light a candle, shuffle some scraps, and make just one thing—no pressure
💬 What surprised me:
- How calming repetitive stamping can be when I don’t overthink it
- That I actually loved using florals—especially sunflowers and daisies
- How connected I felt sharing my journey inside the VIP group
- That documenting the small wins made me feel big joy
Reflection from my journal:
“Creativity didn’t save me this month—but it made space for me. It reminded me that I am still growing, even when I feel stuck.”
🌸 What I’m proud of:
- Showing up, even on days when my energy was low
- Giving just as much to myself as I gave to others
- Using my art to process my feelings instead of bottling them
- Helping others tell their stories by sharing mine
You don’t need a gallery of perfect projects to call yourself creative. If you made one thing with your heart this month—you bloomed.
➡️ Now it’s your turn:
- Take 5 minutes today to reflect on your May. What did you make? What did you feel? What are you proud of?
- Post a photo of your favorite May project using #MyCreativeMay and tag @gemspaperscissors
- Want to keep your momentum going into June? Subscribe to the weekly newsletter for gentle inspiration all month long
- Grab the Bloom Tracker and color in the petals you’ve filled with intention, creativity, and care
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