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Creativity shapes more than the art we make—it influences how we live. This category celebrates a creative lifestyle through seasonal traditions, personal style, travel, photography, and everyday inspiration. Discover ideas that bring beauty, joy, and creativity into daily life throughout the year.
Artist and Turquoise Iris Journal curator, Deb Kraska, finds inspiration in the textures, colors, and small details of the natural world. In her mixed media work, layers do more than build a surface. They help tell the story of a place, a season, and the feeling...
An old quilt holds more than fabric, color, and pattern. It can carry the hands of its maker, the materials and traditions of another time, and the memories of a family across generations. For artist Porsha Chalmers, quilts are an invitation to look beyond style and...
Kim White of Switzerland shares this heartfelt and creative tutorial on how a simple handkerchief can become a meaningful piece of art. Inspired by nostalgia, vintage finds, and a touch of serendipity, Kim walks you through creating a handkerchief collage on canvas,...
My wardrobe used to be 90% black. The rest was denim. It was easy. I didn’t have to think about it. It always looked pretty chic, if basic. But somewhere over the past few years, my wardrobe and my life changed. Color made a big entrance. It happened slowly when I...
At The Turquoise Iris Journal, we see winter as a season that quietly invites us to soften. The world outside grows still, yet our inner pace often refuses to match it. Our skin feels the dryness first, and our spirits follow. This is why our team is drawn to...
There’s something spellbinding about wandering outdoors—camera or iPhone in hand, heart wide open, ready to catch a bird mid-flutter or a dew-kissed petal winking in the morning light. Whether you’re in a backyard jungle or a national park wonderland, nature...
There’s something magical about a road trip with antique shop stops sprinkled in. Will and I have turned it into a bit of an art—mapping our route not just by gas stations and rest stops, but by vintage havens and small-town gems just waiting to be discovered. But...
It’s official: granny crafts are cool again and have found a new generation of enthusiastic fans. From stylish home decor to personalized accessories, these crafts have made a huge comeback, blending nostalgic charm with modern creativity. While I will share a large...
Explore the intersection of food and creativity through artful table settings, edible art, and vibrant family traditions that turn meals into masterpieces with Angie Nordstrum! There’s a peculiar charm in blending art with everyday rituals, and for me, setting the...
Looking for a creative way to reinvent your wardrobe for fall without buying new clothes? Upcycling clothing is one of the easiest ways to refresh your closet while giving well-loved pieces a second life. Whether you have favorite graphic tees that have shrunk, feel...
