Sunshine Maker's Club

  If you’ve ever sat down to create and thought, “I don’t even know what my style is…” — you’re not alone. So many of us go looking for creative style like it’s something out there waiting to be discovered. Something we need to define, name, and get “right.” But here’s a softer, truer way to look at it: Your creative style isn’t something you find. It’s something you feel your way into. Your Creative Style Is a Feeling First When people search for how to find your creative style , they’re often expecting rules—colors to use, techniques to follow, or a certain “look” to develop. But style doesn’t begin with how something looks. It begins with how something feels . Think about the feeling you’re drawn to when you create: A sense of calm A quiet kind of hope Softness and comfort Nostalgia or meaning A slower, more intentional pace That feeling becomes the foundation of your creative style. The fabrics, textures, colors, and details? They come later. Start ...

 In a world where so much of our time is spent looking at screens, many of us are craving something different. Something quieter. Something slower. Something we can do with our hands instead of our thumbs. Slow stitching is one of those rare creative practices that invites you to step away from the noise and return to a more thoughtful rhythm. With just a needle, thread, and a bit of fabric, you can create moments of calm that feel surprisingly restorative. And the best part? You don’t need to be an expert to begin.  Find out more in my latest YouTube video series, 5-Minutes of Creative Screen Free Time. The Problem With Constant Screen Time Screens are woven into almost every part of modern life. We work on laptops, scroll through phones, watch shows to relax, and even spend our creative time online. While technology certainly has its place, it can also leave us feeling overstimulated, distracted, and disconnected from our own creativity. Many people notice the same...

  The Growing Concern Around Screen Time It’s no secret that kids today are spending more time on screens than ever before. From tablets to TVs to smartphones, digital devices are woven into everyday life — and while technology can be helpful, many parents are starting to ask: How much is too much? Studies continue to show that excessive screen time can impact attention spans, sleep patterns, creativity, and even social development. As parents, we want balance. We want tools that make life easier — but we also want our children to grow, imagine, create, and engage with the world around them. That’s where intentional, screen-free activities come in. Why Screen-Free Activities Support Healthy Development Screen-free time isn’t about eliminating technology entirely. It’s about creating space for: Independent thinking Problem-solving Fine motor skill development Creativity and imagination Real-world interaction When kids use their hands — writing, drawing, flipping ...

How My Home Office Became My Creative Art Studio For years, my home office was just that: a place for paperwork, bills, and the endless shuffle of “to-dos.” A practical space, but not a soul-filling one. Then life shifted. My health changed, my routines slowed, and I found myself searching for ways to feel useful, creative, and connected again. What I discovered was transformative: with a few adjustments, my office became my creative art studio—My YouTube channel, @Marketsofsunshine was born  and it completely changed how I view myself and my purpose. This story isn’t just about rearranging furniture. It’s about women over 45—especially those navigating health challenges—reclaiming their creativity, their voice, and their sense of connection through something unexpected: YouTube. Not for followers. Not for money. But for the joy of sharing, teaching, and building community. Because that’s where true fulfillment lives. Why Creativity Matters Even More After 45 When health is...