After Holiday Decompress

10 Creative Ways to Decompress After Christmas
(A little inspiration for the quiet week ahead.) from Stampin' Up!

1. 1. Create a “Cozy Craft Corner.”
   Tidy one tiny area—10 minutes max—and turn it into your happy spot for the week.

3. 2.Do a “Leftovers & Layouts” Afternoon.
   Use wrapping scraps or leftover Christmas cardstock for mini pages or tags.

   This week I cut my cardstock scraps down to 5 1/2" height scraps so that I can create cards quickly. I sorted them by colors and placed in a shoebox for quick and easy access.

5. 3. Sip Something Slowly.
   Tea, cocoa, fancy coffee . . . whatever your cup of cheer is. Sip it s-l-o-w-l-y, like you’re trying to stretch December to 45 days.

7. 4. Host a 10-Minute “Craft & Exhale.”
   Set a timer, grab a scrap pile, make one tiny project, and call it good. It’s not about perfection; it’s about permission.

8. For me it's as simple as stamping and die cutting. This allows me to create cards and layout quickly.

10. 5. Practice the “Post-Holiday Slowdown.”
    For one day, move at half-speed and enjoy the ease of it.

11. This a great way for me to go to movies with my hubby, for me it's watching Avatar.

13. 6. Have a “Treat Yourself Tidying.”
    Clean your scissors, sharpen pencils, reorganize ribbon—something tiny that future-you will love.

14. I personally clear my work area before starting a new project so my space is now ready to go.

16. 7. Start a “Memory Jar” for 2026.
    Decorate a jar and add your first memory slip for 2026. Add more all year long.

17. If the holidays were especially difficult I have used a "Gratitude Jar" by creating a list from A to Z of all the things I am grateful for.

19. 8. Make a “10-Minute Vision Board.”
    Clip, glue, scribble—focus on how you want to feel in the new year.

20. I have used Canva to create my vision board and printed it out and hung on my wall to remind myself of what's really important.

22. 9. Try a “Digital Detox Daylight Hour.”
    One hour, phone-free. Fill it with rest or creativity.

23. This is a great self care tip! I enjoy going to get my nails done this allows me to detox on electronics since my hands are busy.

25. 10. Set a “First Craft of the New Year” Date.
    Choose a day (Jan. 1–3) for 30 minutes of pure creative fun—no rules.