We’ve all experienced times when a few kind words or a simple action made all the difference in a moment, right? Encouragement goes beyond just brightening someone’s day; it’s about affirming that they are seen, valued, and capable—a recognition of the deep human need we all share. With that in mind, here are 10 simple ways to spread encouragement. 1. Encourage Yourself First: Hear me out...in our journey toward loving and encouraging others, we can easily forget to be our own cheerleaders. Be gentle and kind in how you speak to yourself. Write yourself a note or a card with a message that lifts you up and place it somewhere you’ll see it regularly (like your bathroom mirror or workspace), and use it as...
Whether you are looking for a countdown to Thanksgiving, a fun family activity to create some intentionality, or, like us, a gentle pause in your day to find your feet in a season that is all too often filled with more hustle and bustle than we would like...
Whimsicals Paperie is a woman-owned and run small business specializing in the design and creation of illustrated stationery and paper goods. In this short post join owner and designer Sarah Collins as she shares the answers to our top 5 customer asked questions.
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I wanted to publicly address a handful of concerns that I've received regarding my involvement in Pride Month and participation in Denver PrideFest. To those that reached out, I appreciate you letting me know your thoughts, it's truly meaningful that you took the time to do that. Our society is really divided in this current climate and it can feel so exhausting, especially when there is the perception of a political undercurrent...
By: Sarah Collins Getting a peek behind the scenes is always fascinating, right? Whether it's how something is made, how spaces are organized, what people do when they travel, or what someone's work routine is like, it's fun to see what day to day life is like through the perspective of others. If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes here at Whimsicals Paperie, you are in luck! I'm here to give you a fun sneak peek: The Illustration Process All of our products begin with hand-drawn watercolor pencil illustrations. Watercolor pencils look just like standard colored pencils, but add a little wet brush once the color is down and it transforms before your eyes into watercolor. ...
