Art therapy is a technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental well-being. Getting sober takes courage. Henri Matisse said, “Creativity takes courage.” Giving the gift of art and play is a great idea this holiday season.

Gift Idea #1: Schitts Creek Activity Book

Schitt’s Creek Activity Book: This amazing book can help you relax and leave all your tiredness behind. Playing games can also help you refresh yourself and energize your soul.

In addition, every game inside this activity book can also help you practice and improve your skills.

Word Search and Spot The Differences will help you train and enhance your concentration and observation ability.
Crossword, Trivia Questions will help you train your memory and get more information about Schitt’s Creek.
Maze games will help you learn how to develop your problem-solving skills.
Coloring beautiful illustrations inside this book can help unleash your artistic potential and enhance your coloring skills.

Gift Idea #2: Elle Cree Paint By Number Kits

Elle crée –– or “she creates” in French — produces artist-quality paint-by-number kits designed and made in Portland, Oregon, by illustrator Rachel Austen. Each kit includes non-toxic hand-mixed acrylic paints and minimal, eco-friendly packaging featuring various illustrations, including still lifes and iconic historical figures.

Elle crée uses locally sourced components and USA-made materials whenever possible, ideal for the conscious consumer. Kits may be purchased online or in-store at over 100 retailers across the United States.

Gift Idea #3: Amazing Greenhouse Model Kit

From Bits and Pieces, you can create your miniature greenhouse model with incredibly detailed trimmings. This remarkable kit includes everything: a working overhead LED light, transparent greenhouse walls with framing, cabinetry, brick-printed flooring, plants, floral arrangements, pots, benches, birdhouses, watering cans, gardening tools, and accessories, too numerous to mention. Assemble using your household tools and the supplied glue, tweezers, and battery pack with 2-button batteries.

Gift Idea #4: Paint with Diamonds – Starry Night

Feel the stress melt away as you complete your work of Diamond Art, one “diamond” at a time! This gorgeous Full Drill Diamond Painting Kit is entitled “Starry Night” and includes a premium toolkit with your choice of Square or Round Diamonds.

Sober Curator Pro Tip: You can also order a custom kit with a photo you supply to them.

Gift Idea #5: Ultimate Creator Bundle

This ultimate creator bundle from Arteza is the perfect gift for visual artists of all skill levels. Our ultimate creator bundle art kid includes 48 Real Brush Pens, 72 Fineliner Pens, 6 Water Brushes, and a 2-pack of 9” x 12″ Mixed Media Pads. This set offers artists of all backgrounds an extensive set to work with to create countless masterpieces.

Gift Idea #6: Pouring Acrylic Paint

Dive into acrylic pour painting by Arteza with this extensive set of 32 paint bottles. This set features pre-mixed and ready-to-pour paint bottles with 60ml of premium acrylic pouring paint. The colors featured in this set will make your paintings truly unique. This set features classic, pastel, neon, and metallic acrylic paint pouring colors.

Gift Idea #7: Beginners Scratch Painting

Why Scratch Painting?

Many people find scratch painting the perfect way to de-stress from difficult life situations, heal from trauma and anxiety, or cope with chronic pain. Others find it helps them recharge after a hard day at work or caring for the family.

Gift Idea #8: Hipster String Art Kit

The complete kit from Etsy seller Good Strings contains everything you need to make your string art sign. You open the box and find all the tools to make your masterpiece—hammer and pliers, nails, wood base, strings, instructions, pattern, and even hangers to hang it on the wall later. You only need scissors, scotch tape, and a good cup of tea.

Gift Idea #9: DIY Wooden Plant Kit

This DIY craft/paint kit from ButtonsAndPearl on Etsy is perfect for any adult or kid who loves plants. Create your own wood wall art, which is so popular today. The kit includes a handmade 10 x 10 frame with a white paint background. The pattern is then laser cut, creating a 3D piece and the frame. The leaves are left for you to make your color pallet!

A Disco Ball is Hundreds of Pieces of Broken Glass, Put Together to Make a Magical Ball of Light. You are NOT Broken, Friend. You are a DISCO BALL!

Resources Are Available

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