Turning simple materials into moments of meaning There’s something quietly powerful about weaving — the rhythm of going over and under, the slow build of a pattern, the way torn edges find their place in something whole. When done with paper, it becomes even more accessible — no loom needed, just your hands, some scraps, […]
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What if a broken lamp or a torn dress wasn’t the end — but a beginning? Across the country, older adults are gathering in libraries, community rooms, and town halls to breathe new life into old things — and rediscover their creativity in the process. This growing movement isn’t just about saving money or reducing
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This week, let something small be enough. A stitched edge, a quiet cup of tea, or a single flower in a jar. Notice the beauty in something old. A fabric scrap, a memory, a well-worn book — what still speaks? Let your hands move slower this week. See how your mind follows. Try a new
Sometimes, when I sit down to craft even with something simple like paper and glue my hands begin before my mind has caught up. They remember the shape of a fold, the rhythm of cutting, the soft weight of waterlogged pulp slipping through a screen. They know how to begin, even when I feel scattered.
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Sometimes, the world moves too fast. We’re told to stay busy, stay productive, stay connected — but what if what we really need is to slow down? That’s where crafting comes in. Whether it’s weaving paper, sewing, knitting, or painting, crafting gives us something gentle and grounding to hold onto. For many people — especially
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At Creative Golden Years, we love sharing stories of women who turn life’s challenges into new chapters of purpose. Shebah Carfagna is one of those women. At 67, Shebah Carfagna is redefining what it means to age with strength, passion, and presence. A lifelong advocate for movement and mindset, Shebah is a nationally recognized fitness
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Adapted and reimagined from an original article by Kathleen DohenyFor Creative Golden Years Living well and living kindly — for ourselves and the planet — go hand in hand. And the everyday choices we make, from how we store our leftovers to where we buy our fruit, are powerful. Earth Day reminds us of that,
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