10 Creative Ways to Decompress

Sharing these 10 Creative Ways to Decompress after Christmas tips from Stampin’ Up! 

Hopefully you find a little inspiration for the hopefully quiet week ahead. That periods between the rush of Christmas and the ringing in of the New Year. Working away at 1. and 6. with a break for 3 throughout! 

1. Create a “Cozy Craft Corner.”

Tidy one tiny area—10 minutes max—and turn it into your happy spot for the week.

2. Do a “Leftovers & Layouts” Afternoon.

Use wrapping scraps or leftover Christmas cardstock for mini pages or tags.

3. Sip Something Slowly.

Tea, cocoa, fancy coffee . . . whatever your cup of cheer is. Sip it s l o w l y, like you’re trying to stretch December to 45 days.

4. Host a 10-Minute “Craft & Exhale.”

Set a timer, grab a scrap pile, make one tiny project, and call it good. It’s not about perfection; it’s about permission.

5. Practice the “Post-Holiday Slowdown.”

For one day, move at half-speed and enjoy the ease of it.

6. Have a “Treat Yourself Tidying.”

Clean your scissors, sharpen pencils, reorganize ribbon—something tiny that future-you will love.

7. Start a “Memory Jar” for 2026.

Decorate a jar and add your first memory slip for 2026. Add more all year long.

8. Make a “10-Minute Vision Board.

Clip, glue, scribble—focus on how you want to feel in the new year.

9. Try a “Digital Detox Daylight Hour.”

One hour, phone-free. Fill it with rest or creativity.

10. Set a “First Craft of the New Year” Date.

Choose a day (Jan. 1–3) for 30 minutes of pure creative fun—no rules.

Happy Stampin’

Margaret 

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