Things to do while in quarantine or shelter-in-place #3: Crafty classes and Pinterest links

For the crafters and Pinteresters out there, I have some links for you to check out.

If you have scrapbook and stamp supplies crying for attention but don't feel the mojo, a friend of mine has shared a free online class by Layle Koncar. She is hosting a two-part series of all things Travelers Notebooks. You can get more info at her blog.  

Part 1

What:  Intro to Traveler’s Notebooks

When:  Saturday, March 21st from 9 am to 10 am Pacific 

Where:  https://www.youtube.com/laylebymail

Why:  Walk away with a solid understanding of traveler’s notebooks, along with tons of practical ideas & examples on different ways to use and incorporate them in your day to day life

Part 2

What:  The Basics of Getting Started in a Fun & Creative Way

When:  Saturday, March 28th from 9 am to 10 am Pacific 

Where:  https://www.youtube.com/laylebymail

Why:  Learn how to set up a Traveler’s Notebook & some fun tips, tricks & techniques for adding a little creativity! 

For the young ones, I found this $10 Just for Kids art journaling sketchbook class (self-study) for the Disney fans. 

And if you want to look up and choose your own activities, you can find inspiration on my Pinterest boards. Over the years, I've built up a boards for kids activities you might find useful. 

• "Babysitting Kit" has many activities for kids up to age 12  https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/babysitting-kit/
• "Arts & Crafts" obvious - some organization started here for crafts by material (felt, pom poms, etc) https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/arts-crafts/
• "Sign Language" in case you want some charts and pictures to teach your kids the art of silent conversation https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/sign-language/
• "Printables" has lots to color, cootie catchers and other stuff https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/printables/

For your sanity, there's plenty of 'adult' friendly activities too. 

• I'll call out "Get Movin" which is somewhat organized by subsections and has lots of indoor exercise https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/get-movin/
• There's also "Drink List" with both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. I found that sometimes a fancy drink at dinner elevated a plain meal even for kids - until now. https://www.pinterest.com/chilispice/drink-list/