Altered Books for Gratitude: Working with What You Have
Mary-Helen Daly Mary-Helen Daly

Altered Books for Gratitude: Working with What You Have

When life is heavy, writing a gratitude list can feel hollow. This free 8-part video series shows you how to use an altered book as a gentle, tactile space to land—working with what you already have, there instead of staring at a blank page.

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Frottage: Exploring the world through texture
Mary-Helen Daly Mary-Helen Daly

Frottage: Exploring the world through texture

Explore the World Through Texture: A Guided Frottage Journey
What stories live in the textures we overlook every day? In this blog, I invite you into the playful, meditative world of frottage — a technique that reveals the unseen patterns around us. With guided videos you'll explore how rubbing surfaces can become a form of mindful mark-making, intuitive storytelling, and sensory discovery. Perfect for beginners, or anyone craving a moment of connection with their environment without overthinking it. Let your pencil lead the way.

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