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# Wendy Crafts

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## Posts

- [Let's Junk Journal Together, Live and Online Saturday, May 16](https://wendycrafts.co/2026/05/12/lets-junk-journal-together-live-and-online-saturday-may-16/) - Junk journaling offers an easy way to get creative with a simple notebook or journal, a little adhesive, and anything you have in your craft room.
- [Holding It All Together: Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself](https://wendycrafts.co/2026/03/27/holding-it-all-together-caring-for-others-without-losing-yourself/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) There’s a quiet kind of exhaustion that doesn’t always get named. It’s not just being tired, but being needed from every direction. You’re helping your kids navigate their world while also checking in on aging parents. You’re managing appointments, emotions, responsibilities, and expectations, often without much space to process your own.
- [What To Do When You’re Struggling Mentally and Emotionally](https://wendycrafts.co/2026/02/18/what-to-do-when-youre-struggling-mentally-and-emotionally/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) We all have seasons where something feels off. Maybe you're overwhelmed.Maybe you're exhausted in a way sleep doesn’t fix.Maybe your thoughts feel heavy or hard to organize.Maybe you're carrying stress, grief, anxiety, or something you can’t quite name. When you're struggling mentally or emotionally, the question often becomes: What am I
- [Dear Holly: How can I better manage my panic attacks?](https://wendycrafts.co/2026/01/08/dear-holly-how-can-i-better-manage-my-panic-attacks/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) Starting this month, we'll share questions from the Wendy Crafts community that are focused on our mental and emotional health -- along with answers, advice, and guidance. Below is our first question. We invite you to submit your own using the following form. Anonymous inquiries are welcome. Dear Holly, I have
- [Reclaiming Your Mental Health from the Routine](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/08/29/reclaiming-your-mental-health-from-the-routine-by-holly-rohring/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) We’ve all done it. You get into your car and start the familiar drive home from work—the same route you take every single day. If asked, you could probably list every intersection and count the exact number of traffic lights between your office and your driveway. It’s so routine, so ingrained,
- [Recognizing Trauma and How to Heal](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/09/18/recognizing-trauma-and-how-to-heal/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) We have all been there. On the receiving end of that story from that friend. We keep our focus on them as they retell the story of something scary or stressful that happened to them that week. Then they end it with that familiar saying, “I am so traumatized!” So, what
- [Managing Overthinking and Rumination](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/10/15/managing-overthinking-and-rumination/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) The Hamster Wheel It starts with a simple text: “Can we talk later?” Five small words — harmless, right? But before you know it, your mind is sprinting. Did I do something wrong? Maybe I shouldn’t have joked about that thing yesterday. No, it’s probably fine. But… what if it’s not?
- [Saying No as an Act of Joy: Escaping Burnout During the Holiday Rush](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/11/21/saying-no-as-an-act-of-joy-escaping-burnout-during-the-holiday-rush/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) If you’ve ever found yourself stress-eating peppermint bark while staring at a calendar packed tighter than Santa’s workshop… welcome. You’re in good company. The holiday season is supposed to be magical, but somehow it always turns into a marathon of events, obligations, shopping, and trying to remember which relative is allergic
- [Bridging Faith and Anxiety: The Heart Behind The Anxious Believer Bible Study](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/12/21/bridging-faith-and-anxiety-the-heart-behind-the-anxious-believer-bible-study/) - By Holly Rohring (@heyitscounselorholly) For years as a counselor, I’ve sat across from believers who love God deeply - and still feel overwhelmed by anxiety. They come into my office and express a sincere desire to trust God - yet their bodies tell a different story. Tight chests. Racing thoughts. Sleepless nights. A nervous system
- [My Most-Loved Paper Crafting Supplies](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/12/01/my-most-loved-paper-crafting-supplies/) - Learn the crayon resist stamping technique to add magic to your handmade cards. This easy guide covers everything from supplies to tips and tricks.
- [Learning How to Heal Through Crafting: A Conversation with Anna Griffin](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/05/06/learning-how-to-heal-through-crafting-a-conversation-with-anna-griffin/) - Anna Griffin's legacy: crafting healing. From family roots to business resilience, she champions mental health and community through the act of crafting.
- [What is the Crayon Resist Stamping Technique in Card Making?](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/08/07/what-is-the-crayon-resist-stamping-technique-in-card-making/) - Learn the crayon resist stamping technique to add magic to your handmade cards. This easy guide covers everything from supplies to tips and tricks.
- [How to Make a Hand-Embroidered Card: A Step-by-Step Tutorial](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/03/03/how-to-make-hand-embroidered-cards/) - Hand-embroidered cards offer a personal touch that store-bought cards can't replicate. Learn how to make your own with this easy-to-follow, step-by-step tutorial.
- [Why You Need to Find a Crafting Community: What Anna Griffin Taught  Me](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/05/06/why-you-need-to-find-a-crafting-community-what-anna-griffin-taught-me/) - A crafting community is where belonging, connection, and healing happen. Anna Griffin shares why finding your creative tribe is key to your well-being.
- [Fluttering Inspiration: What Are Some Good Butterfly Card Ideas?](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/04/15/butterfly-card-ideas/) - Discover delightful handmade butterfly card ideas. From simple elegance to colorful handmade creations and pop-ups, bring fluttering joy to every occasion!
- [Homemade Cards: How to Make Cards Yourself](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/04/09/homemade-cards-how-to-make-cards-yourself/) - Homemade cards make incredible, heartfelt gifts, and this article is where you’ll learn how to make cards at home with basic tools and supplies.
- [What Are the Best Cardmaking Supplies for Homemade Cards?](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/03/19/best-cardmaking-supplies-for-homemade-cards/) - The best cardmaking supplies are key to stunning handmade cards. Explore cardstock, paper, embellishments, and tools for crafting unique designs today!
- [What is the Crayon Resist Stamping Technique in Card Making?](https://wendycrafts.co/2025/03/03/crayon-resist-stamping-technique/) - Learn the crayon resist stamping technique to add magic to your handmade cards. This easy guide covers everything from supplies to tips and tricks.

## Pages

- [Home](https://wendycrafts.co/) - Wendy Crafts embraces the power of community and creates a space where everyone feels welcome to explore their creativity, no matter their skill level.
- [Crafting Events Virtually and in Omaha | Wendy Crafts](https://wendycrafts.co/events/) - Attend a Wendy Crafts Event Near You Join our workshops, community events, and virtual creative experiences. Attending crafting events in Omaha — and across the country — can be an enriching hobby, not just for the learning but also for fun when you join Wendy Townley of Wendy Crafts! Listed below are a variety of
- [Wendy Crafts: Your Mental Health Matters](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-your-mental-health-matters/) - Let's Create a Safe Space to Talk Mental Health Removing the stigma of mental wellness is a key goal for Wendy Crafts. Join the conversation today. What mental health issues weigh on you -- or your loved ones -- the most? What recurring emotional challenges disrupt your day? If you had a magic wand, what
- [Wendy Crafts | Crafting Podcast](https://wendycrafts.co/podcast/) - Featured Videos Want to learn more about the world of Wendy Crafts? Explore popular videos for inspiration, techniques, and tips for your card-making projects. Here's some of what you'll find on the Wendy Crafts YouTube channel: Design Stunning Scrapbook Pages Preserve your precious memories with beautiful scrapbook pages!Watch Now 3 Easy Tips for Joyful Card
- [Wendy Crafts: Global Artist Ana Bianchi Celebrates Color](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-global-artist-ana-bianchi-celebrates-color/) - How Color Ushers in Healing Every Day Global artist Ana Bianchi looks for beauty, inspiration, and hope in all that surrounds her. Artist and designer Ana Bianchi reveals just how powerful the connection between artistry and healing can become. She celebrates emotional, expressive, and even spiritual benefits of engaging with creativity—whether you’re painting, crafting, designing,
- [Wendy Crafts: Ashley Spitsnogle on Art, Anxiety, and Healing](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-ashley-spitsnogle-on-art-anxiety-and-healing/) - When Painting Brings More than Just Color to the Canvas Nebraska-based artist Ashley Spitsnogle has found creative inspiration and healing from her work. Nebraska artist Ashley Spitsnogle has discovered how live painting helps her quiet anxiety, enter creative flow, and deliver a finished canvas in just a few hours—often while chatting with guests. Complete the
- [Wendy Crafts: Beth Kingston Believes in the Power of Creative Communities](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-beth-kingston-believes-in-the-power-of-creative-communities/) - How Creative Communities Can Build Bonds and Heal Hearts From her Maryland basement to the Pennsylvania studios of HSN, Beth Kingston spreads joy – with a purpose. What began as a way to connect with other military families has bloomed into a successful small business -- and regular on-air appearances on HSN -- for creative
- [Wendy Crafts: Heather Kell, Holly Rohring, and Kell of a Plan Release New Mental Health Journal](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-heather-kell-holly-rohring-and-kell-of-a-plan-release-new-mental-health-journal/) - How Community, Journaling, and Creativity Support Our Mental Health A weekly (or even daily) practice -- like the journal developed by sisters Heather Kell and Holly Rohring -- can spark positive, long-term change. Creativity has always played a role in the lives of twin sisters Heather Kell and Holly Rohring. The two partnered in 2025
- [OPLF](https://wendycrafts.co/oplf/)
- [Wendy Crafts: Omaha's The Scrapbook Haven Builds Lifelong Friendships](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-omahas-the-scrapbook-haven-builds-lifelong-friendships/) - How In-Person Scrapbooking Provides Crafters More Than Pretty Pages Omaha-based The Scrapbook Haven cultivates lifelong friendships and helps customers preserve memories. There's no shortage of crafting and creative inspiration online. In seconds, an endless stream of ideas and techniques is at the ready. Even with such 24/7 access, however, nothing can replace the feeling of
- [Wendy Crafts: Mary Lenaburg on Faith, Family, and Creative Healing](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-mary-lenaburg-on-faith-family-and-creative-healing/) - The Power of Faith, Family, and Creative Healing Mary Lenaburg is proof that suffering can be transformed into profound sacrifice – and how slow healing is within our reach. Author and speaker Mary Lenaburg has a story to tell – one of heartbreak and hope. Equal amounts of restorative prayer and joyful laughter are what
- [Wendy Crafts: The Creative Kindness Foundation Shares Handmade Greetings Worldwide](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-the-creative-kindness-foundation-shares-handmade-greetings-worldwide/) - A Global Handmade Movement Aimed to Connect and Heal The Creative Kidness Foundation invites crafters of all skill levels to donate cards year-round. Since its inception, the Creative Kindness Foundation has sent nearly two million cards to organizations around the world. These cards, explains Megan Stahlecker of the foundation, create "millions of individual moments and
- [Wendy Crafts: Finding Hope and Empathy with Tiffany Wachtler of the Kindess Concierge](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-finding-hope-and-empathy-with-tiffany-wachtler-of-the-kindess-concierge/) - Leading with Empathy to Comfort Others and Offer Healing from Afar Tiffany Wachtler's business gives grief a voice – with a mission that's very personal. The Kindness Concierge offers consultation to help clients determine the most thoughtful and effective ways to support someone navigating a difficult season. Founder Tiffany Wachtler encourages her clients to think
- [Wendy Crafts: Graphic Designer and Artist Lisa Congdon on Creative Resilience](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-lisa-congdon-on-creative-resilience/) - Nurtured Creativity, Trusted Community, and Personal Transformation Artist and designer Lisa Congdon embraces all three to keep her creative flame burning bright. For artist and designer Lisa Congdon, a supportive and loving community provides a safe and needed space for her personal and creative growth. It's in this space where Lisa has learned to grow
- [Wendy Crafts: Virtual Junk Journal Workshop via Zoom September 14, 2025](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-virtual-junk-journal-workshop-via-zoom-september-14-2025/) - Create and Fill Your First Junk Journal September 14 Our virtual two-hour workshop invites crafters all skill levels. Join fellow crafters and creatives from literally anywhere for a two-hour junk journal workshop via Zoom on Sunday, September 14, 2025. We'll meet from 11am to 1pm CST. With your $20 ticket, you'll receive the list of
- [Wendy Crafts: Virtual Junk Journal Workshop via Zoom August 2, 2025](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-virtual-junk-journal-workshop-via-zoom-august-2-2025/) - Create and Fill Your First Junk Journal on August 2 Our virtual two-hour workshop invites crafters all skill levels. Join fellow crafters and creatives from literally anywhere for a two-hour junk journal workshop via Zoom on Saturday, August 2, 2025. We'll meet from 10am to Noon CST. With your $20 ticket, you'll receive the list
- [Wendy Crafts: Embracing Emotions with Tattoo Artist Topher Charnley](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-embracing-emotions-with-tattoo-artist-topher-charnley/) - Creative Breakthroughs Often Arrive When We Walk into Discomfort Artist Topher Charnley embraces joy and suffering in equal measure. The creative life of an artist can begin and bloom at any point in life, with just about any format. For tattoo artist Topher Charnley, his art's early beginnings are stemmed in deep family support and
- [Wendy Crafts: The Unwilting Power of Creativity with Liz Carter](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-the-unwilting-power-of-creativity-with-liz-carter/) - Blooms of Color Bring Joy to Our World – and Homes Unwilted founder Liz Carter makes paper flowers something beautiful to behold. With a background in the fresh floral business, Liz Carter knows a thing or two about the power of flowers. With Unwilted, she transformed that botanical experience – and, in the process, discovered
- [Wendy Crafts: Find Resilience, Joy, and Peace with Happiness Expert Buck Davis](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-find-resilience-joy-and-peace-with-happiness-expert-buck-davis/) - Buck Davis Shows You How to Find Your Joy The speaker, consultant, and trainer is an expert on happiness in its many creative forms. With his engaging approach, witty humor, and research-backed technique, Buck Davis teaches and motivates groups and businesses around the world to find their happy. He can do the same for you!Complete
- [Wendy Crafts: Open Crop at Modern Work September 6, 2025](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-open-crop-at-modern-work-september-6-2025/) - Craft in Omaha on Saturday, September 6 Our daylong open crop welcomes crafters and creatives of all skill levels. Join fellow crafters from the Midwest for an open crop on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Omaha! With your $40 ticket, you will receive breakfast, lunch, and snacks, as well as your own table. Bring your
- [Wendy Crafts: The Colorful and Creative World of Claudia Ramos of Hola Mijas Bonitas](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-the-colorful-and-creative-world-of-claudia-ramos-of-hola-mijas-bonitas/) - Claudia Ramos Celebrates the Latine Community Get to know the colorful and creative world of Hola Mijas Bonitas! A celebration of joy, creativity, culture, and diversity is part of Hola Mijas Bonitas. This community of hand-drawn Latine characters – by California artist Claudia Ramos – is rooted in friendship, positivity, inclusion, and having fun.Complete the
- [Wendy Crafts: Crochet and Knitting Tips by Elise Speed of Elise Rose Crochet](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-crochet-and-knitting-tips-by-elise-speed-of-elise-rose-crochet/) - Easy Creative Tips from Elise Rose Crochet Begin (or continue) your knitting and crochet journey. Working with yarn of all weights and textures provides an enriching and engaging opportunity to get creative with your own two hands. Elise Speed of Elise Rose Crochet provides a handful of easy resources to the creative hobbies of knitting
- [Wendy Crafts Resources for the Anna Griffin Community](https://wendycrafts.co/annagriffin/) - Download Your Free Journaling Resource! Combine creativity and reflection as part of your ongoing self-care routine. Thank you for joining us on the Wendy Crafts podcast journey! What a thrill to have not one — but two! — episodes with crafting and creative pioneer Anna Griffin.As a special thank you, we created this free creative
- [Wendy Crafts: Finding Your Community](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-finding-your-community/) - Find Your Creative Community Online groups are an easy way to connect with other crafters. Connection through creativity is at the heart of Anna Griffin and many others. With a few supportive online groups, your creative experience and skillset can bloom and grow.Complete the form below to download more details on finding your creative community.
- [Wendy Crafts: Get to Know AGTV by Anna Griffin](https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-get-to-know-agtv-by-anna-griffin/) - Get to Know AGTV by Anna Griffin Your journey to 24/7 creative content continues with Anna Griffin. What's better than archives of crafting experiences? Watching it live, of course! Say hello to AGTV, the online video community that offers interactive, engaging, and entertaining programming, tutorials, and more!Complete the form below to download more information about
- [Make](https://wendycrafts.co/make/)
- [About](https://wendycrafts.co/about/) - Crafting joy began... ...with a Cricut machine, a stack of colorful paper, and a whole lot of zoo animals. It was a typical Saturday, and Wendy had agreed to help her stepsister with decorations for a baby shower. Armed with her stepsister's brand-new Cricut Maker, they began creating a menagerie of adorable die-cut creatures—koalas, giraffes,
- [Junk Journal Workshop: Create Your Homemade Journal](https://wendycrafts.co/junk-journal-workshop/) - Discover the Joy of a Junk Journal Workshop A junk journal workshop – offered virtually or in-person by Wendy Crafts – provides a unique and fun opportunity to blend personal reflection with creative expression. It’s a space where meaningful words and beautiful designs come together. Learn how to create your junk journal, get all the
- [Junk Journal Workshop Booking Form](https://wendycrafts.co/junk-journal-booking-form/) - Interested in Our Junk Journal Workshops? Complete The Form To Get Started Today! We are so happy to see you're interested in junk journaling! Please fill out our contact form so we can talk more about crafting your junk journal workshop experience! Now don't forget to click the SUBMIT button, my fellow creative! I can’t
- [Articles](https://wendycrafts.co/articles/) - Learn, Grow, & Craft With Wendy Crafts Articles Read the latest articles, blogs, and news updates from the incredible crafting world of Wendy Crafts!
- [Contact](https://wendycrafts.co/contact/) - Say Hello! The only thing Wendy loves more than crafting is engaging with other creatives. She enjoys the excitement and motivation that magically happens when people who share a passion for crafting come together. Say hi to Wendy Crafts through your favorite social media platform or send an email. Personal Note from Wendy. Hi there,
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