I spend a lot of time looking for new fonts to try out as part of my design work. I think font makes all the difference in projects whether you're working on a tshirt design, website, or flyer! These fonts are some of my current favorites (keep an eye on my profile for new lists as I look around more and new fonts release).
Rewarding your students is a great way to encourage positive behaviors. There isn't a specific guideline for rewarding them…it's all up to you! I would often reward my students for things such as perfect attendance quarterly, birthdays, turning in completed parent forms the next day, and the list could on…. Of course, you don't want to reward students for everything…some things should simply be expectations. You'd be surprised how offering a piece of candy or a tiny toy as an incentive will make your students jump to work that much harder. Here are some great ideas to help you get started!
Looking for a new hobby to fill your free time? Check out this list of unusual hobbies to spark your curiosity and get you excited about exploring something new!
A photo tutorial for a DIY tote bag, with a downloadable pattern and a walkthrough on how to make the bag. Easy for beginners, and it has pockets on the inside!
I cannot pass a beautiful notebook without wanting to buy it and I have a huge collection of notebooks. This list is curated of all those that I have and all those that I would really love to have.
I used to hate playing games because I could never understand the rules easily. As the years have gone on, I have warmed up to games a bit but am still pretty picky on what I will play. Here are a few of my favorites with rules that are not complicated to understand.
We all have hobbies and some of us have many many hobbies. One of mine is making shoes. I'm always finding supplies and patterns that I either like, or would like to try out. I mostly work with fabric, so there won't be much here for leatherworking, but you can generally apply the same principles for a good shoe.
These are some current favorites in our household - between my husband and I, and making home, these are definitely consistently used things. Tried and true, for a minimum of six months, before I even consider popping it onto this list!
Ditch the boring socks and ties this year! This Father's Day gift guide is packed with awesome ideas for every type of dad, from the grill masters to the gaming gurus
This list has some great items for planner lovers! I love the Happy Planner range, their stuff is excellent quality. I have also listed my own planner items which are my favourite designs from my Etsy shop. I recommend them because I made them and a lot of love went into illustrating the art and thinking of how to put the designs together to be both functional and aesthetic. My designs come in 5 different planner sizes.
your one stop shop for all things gifts. whether you're shoping for the cozy reader, or the girl always out on the town, i think you'll find something for everyone here ;)
This is a list of patterns & fabrics I've bought to sew this holiday season. I find if you give yourself crafts and things to do in the lead up to Christmas, it feels more like Christmas instead of the weird post Christmas blues you can get if you don't let yourself savor the season 🎄✨
Get ready to soar to new heights with this list of the world's tallest roller coasters! From breathtaking drops to heart-stopping twists and turns, these towering thrill machines offer an adrenaline rush like no other.
Welcome to my “Crochet Corner” 🧶
I started crocheting in January 2025, and it’s been a journey full of trial and error, learning curves, and lots of progress along the way. This list is a collection of the tools, patterns, and supplies that have helped me grow (and kept me hooked...pun intended 🤭).
I especially love making amigurumi and cozy blankets, while baby shoes are… still a work in progress. Granny squares are officially on my crochet bucket list for this year!
Whether you’re just starting out or looking for tried-and-true finds, this is everything that’s been part of my crochet journey so far.
I was a theater kid in HS and College. I would have loved to gone down the acting path. I even lived in LA and NY! In retrospect, it was a different time, I had low self-esteem and if I would've tried, I am positive I would have ended up on drugs and with an eating disorder. So I chose the responsible path and became an accountant. LOL But I still go to the theater when I can - it's expensive!
Discover the joy of crafting with loop yarn, a no-needles-needed way to create beautiful, soft, and cozy projects right from your living room. This list is perfect for beginners and seasoned DIY enthusiasts alike, featuring fun and relaxing ideas like blankets, scarves, and pillows. Loop yarn projects are not just easy to make—they’re a therapeutic hobby that lets you unwind while creating something truly unique. Explore my top picks and tips for turning simple loops into stunning handmade creations. Get started and fall in love with this addictive, stress-relieving craft!
All My favorite and most used supplies
for art journaling and collage work! This will be a running list but these are the things I use nearly every day or reach for first!
I made six miniature Easter baskets for my mother's Easter Tree. (We listen and we don't judge.) These are the supplies I used. You'll need to build some time in for the clay, paint, and Mod Podge to dry. The candy looks real, but is clay so keep away from small kids and impulsive adults. Details are on my blog post here: kimberussell.com/2026/03/24/diy-miniature-easter-basket-ornaments
From my favorite pens for technical drawings to the best sketchbooks for capturing ideas on the go, this is a complete guide to all the architecture supplies I can't live without. It's a collection of my trusted tools for any project.
Looking for the perfect gift for a mahjong fan? Explore stylish accessories, entertaining game-night finds, personalized gifts, and unique treasures that celebrate a love of mahjong. Great for birthdays, holidays, host gifts, and just-because surprises.
Ignite Your School Year in Style! 🚀 Spice it up with Jaw-Dropping Supplies that'll Make everyone's Head Turn! Check out our list of Must-Haves school supplies from Amazon! 💫 Get Ahead with the Coolest School Supplies just One Click Away!
Here are some really cool spooky Halloween decorations, books about Halloween, cute plushies, costumes, toys, games, puzzles and more fun products to help you celebrate the spooky season. We really enjoy finding these cool products for you to check out. Enjoy and happy haunting!
I always saw people shooting on film and was so reluctant to try it because it seemed complicated and slightly daunting. I finally went for it at the start of this year and I’m so so glad I did. It’s so much fun and way easier than I thought, and has the coolest results. For some of the vintage cameras, Ebay and second hand is always a good shout so I've added a few on here!
The blades I own and use frequently in bushcraft. If your looking for a new blade, one to add to your collection, or a specific one for a certain task your bound to find what your looking for in this list!
Shopping for the guy who has have everything? Here is a selection of cute, romantic, and quirky gifts that are sure to surprise him and also won't break the bank!
As a side hustle painter, I have tried many different brand of paints, brushes and other products. Over the last 5 years I have found out which ones are the most affordable, high quality products and I am here to share my best secrets!
I also go to vendor events with my small business so you can check out my favorite products for vending on my page as well!
The vinyls I currently own and the ones I want to own. As a graphic designer I really love how a vinyl and the other visuals included can really add to the artistic vision of the album.
These are the art supplies that never fail to get my creativity flowing — from my favorite sketching tools to paints and pens I can’t live without. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, these products make creating feel fun and inspiring.
Around the holidays, I’m always looking for gift ideas for my loved ones, especially the ones who are hard to shop for. I have a big family, so I’ve bought a variety of gifts throughout the years.
Here’s a list of some of my favorite finds for Christmas gifts! 🎄
All of these recs are things I have bought as gifts for others and a few for myself. I try to gift things out of the norm and not so boring that are fun.
The items I use to make moon water, as well as my favorite moon-watching app! Find my favorite ways to use moon water under “Crystals I Add to My Moon Water”
PSA: Hellfire lives! On another note, it's hard to come down from the Stranger Things high. Now that the show has wrapped, what do we watch now? I'm not sure, but until we figure that out, the most logical thing to do is check out all the Stranger Things merch and relive all the adventures in the Upside Down. From buildable figures to collectibles and even Demogorgon-inspired jewelry, you're guaranteed to find something cool to covet.
I'm a 2nd year pre vet student. I love having cute supplies for school, it actually motivates me to study! These are my favorite supplies and essentials for school
Want to learn hand embroidery but don’t know where to start? Check out this list for all the essentials to help get you started on your new favorite hobby.
even though i was not technically a theater kid (since I can't sing, dance, or act), I still have a love for musicals, and these are some of my absolute favorites. I've seen 5 of the shows on a stage, but the others I've seen professional recordings of, or a slime tutorial of (iykyk)
i love to play cozy board games and have tried tons over the years. these are my favorites! they are great for teenagers, people looking for cute and fun board games, or people who want to start a new hobby! these would all be great gifts. worker placement games are my favorite! if you're unsure what to get, wingspan and everdell are both great ideas!
Part 2 of recommendations on Netflix. Good shows and new series coming out, I have these on my list, have watched them, or I am now rewatching them all over again🙂.
Everything you can find in my photography bag 📷🎞️
As a wedding photographer I have been perfecting the most perfect setup to help me serve my clients the best on wedding days. This list has everything I bring in my bag, including the bag itself ✨
I’m so passionate about portrait art because it lets me connect with emotion, light, and the tiniest details in people’s faces. These are the tools that help me bring that love to life — and honestly, I couldn’t imagine creating without them.
Need more items for your totoro collection? Or know someone who loves Studio Ghibli? These are some of my absolute favourite totoro merch that I have stumbled across
i love making content but i LOVE supporting other creators & watching content! here are some of my favorite creators out there from youtube to tiktok! feel free to let me know some of your favs! let's keep spreading the creativity and supporting each other on!
If you’re looking for gifts for your friends—especially Gen Z—this list might help. It’s mostly practical stuff, the kind you actually end up using instead of just letting it sit somewhere. Simple, useful, and lowkey thoughtful.
If you don't know where to start or are looking for something new I have some anime recommendations for you! I'll continue to update this list but if it's not in here, odds are I didn't like it.
A curated mix of binge-worthy true crime documentaries, must-watch TV shows, cozy comfort movies, and creators I can watch on repeat. Perfect for when you want something thrilling — or just something comforting.
Tired of gifting the same old gift cards to your loved ones? In search of an uncommon gift? Check out some of my favorite gifts from UnCommon Goods that's sure to make your family and friends feel special. Not looking for a gift right now? Well it's always a good day to treat yourself!
If you’re tired of giving the same gifts every year, this is for you. These holiday gift guides are full of unique, memorable, and actually useful gifts for even the hardest-to-shop-for people. Save this for holiday shopping time
As a long time stoner, budtender, and girly girl I've tried and accumulated a lot of 420 goodies. My absolute favorites are functional, cute, and durable
My first year as a competition dance mom I learned SO much about the work that goes into costumes before they hit the stage! Our studio still does a lot of work, but as parents we are responsible for some of the sewing of the group costumes, and 100% of the work for solo costumes. Here are my helpful tools and tips that I've learned along the way!
All the art supplies that I ABSOLUTELY recommend, they're life-changing 😭
If you’re into drawing or painting (or wanna start), these are the tools that changed everything for me.
From thank-you gifts to end-of-season and senior night ideas, these coach-approved picks are practical, meaningful, and have the option to personalize. Perfect for teams, parents, and players looking to show appreciation.
I like to always have something to do in the evenings, even when watching TV! These are some of the hobbies like Lego, Diamond Dotz, Puzzle, Crochet etc that I enjoy! (Oh I also enjoy playing Nintendo Switch, Or game board games when we have company)
I’m a firm believer that junk journaling should be junk-forward (controversial, I know). However, I’ve found that these things are all really nice to spruce up aforementioned junk.
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Men are notoriously hard to buy for! The men in my life have everything, or if they need something, they go get it. This list is a collection of things they probably don't have, and wouldn't likely buy for themselves, so have fun!
Once summer is over, and temperatures drop, you know it's time to pull out the holiday movies! In my house, we don't watch hardly any tv during the summer. But when fall comes, we pull out the halloween and Christmas movies to enjoy. These are just a few of our favorites!
This is a collection of hilarious videos to brighten your day and cure your depression. If you have a taste for the ridiculous, the humorous, and the absurd — this list is for you.
Shopping for someone who loves cars can be tricky — most “car gifts” end up being useless or forgotten.
This list is different.
These are practical, cool, and actually satisfying car-related items that enthusiasts genuinely appreciate.
From smart gadgets to aesthetic upgrades, every item here adds real value — not just clutter.
If you want a gift that gets used (and not thrown in the trunk), start here.
I knit, crochet, spin and weave. I'm at my happiest with yarn running through my hands. Here, I've pulled together some of my most frequently used yarns, from large commercial suppliers to small one-person independent dyers.
My art, other artists and shops I love, the products I use, etc. I have been a lot of things in my life but I was an artist first, and will always carry that badge with me! I love supporting small businesses/indie artists and I hope you fall in love and get inspired by these wonderful creators just as I have!
I learned to knit as a child but only recently started really knitting and I am LOVING it! It’s such a great winter hobby to add to my tool kit for beating seasonal depression! Plus it’s been so much fun making gift knits!
not everybody celebrates the same or has the same budget but these are great options for people you love in your life! budget-friendly or extravagant… these will show your people you care.
Here is the shopping list for my $7 version of the $80 viral Ghost Painting as sen on my TikTok! This will be a short list but I will make another for other crafts. This was so fun to make and super easy!
If you’re an extroverted introvert like me, then you love a good game night in. My family has always loved games. Both sets of grandparents instilled that in us. I have games for every kind of occasion- family night, date night, adult game night, and board games for the serious strategy players. Let me know if you've tried any of these and any of your faves we need to try out in our household!
Video tutorials are super helpful for making crochet apparel, as things can get tricky in written patterns when it comes to seaming, sizing, and everything in between. As someone who loves to crochet and oftentimes prefers videos for clarification, I've compiled some of my bookmarked tutorials for cute crochet clothing for the upper body you'll be dying to break out your yarn and hooks for!
Ways to pass the time when you're bored & not sure what to do. I've included things for when you want to avoid screens, games on multiple platforms at a variety of effort levels.
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I’ve painted since I was little and I still do, it is my favorite hobby of mine! I’ve done lots of trial and error with so many products so these are the ones I continue to use after many years. I have hosted and attended lots of painting nights so I know a thing or two of what to get for those as well!
Are you still waiting for your Hogwarts acceptance letter? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. I absolutely adore Harry Potter, so I’m sharing finds that will make you feel like you're in the Wizarding World!
This is a list of TV shows that I have rewatched numerous times, and still can't get enough of. This range from sitcoms, drama, romance and everything in between. I hope you enjoy watching these shows as much as I did (do)! Let me know if you have any suggestions, questions, comments or concerns!
I've been crocheting since I could reliably hold a hook, and I've collected a list of some of my favorite tools! These items have elevated my crochet experience and added a special touch to my creations. They may not be totally necessary, but they sure do help!
Everything I use for journaling, annotating, and romanticizing my inner thoughts or moments in a book. Pens, tabs, and tools that make my process more effective and personal.
Anyone can be a photographer if you have the eye! Don't let the fear of buying the wrong gear steer you away - I'll let you know what is totally worth it (and totally not) for my camera setup and iPhone!
I own a small business where I craft almost everything! I use all sorts of tools and make all sorts of things!! Here’s a list of some of my finds and necessities!