11 Self Care DIYs that Boost Fun and Relaxation in Your Life
Why is Self Care Important?
Taking care of yourself is crucial to living a balanced life and I have a list of Self Care DIYs that can help. You may have heard the phrase “you can’t draw from an empty well.” You have to take care of yourself so you can give of yourself to others.
Even when you are on a plane, the emergency instructions are to place the oxygen over your mouth first, then on your child’s mouth. The adult has to be strong to help the child.
Does self care work?
Self care, by definition, is “taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health.” I’m going to take that a step further and include mental health.
This same airplane principle from before is important in our daily lives. If you are a mother, best friend, aunt, neighbor, etc, someone is depending on you and needs you to be strong.
Taking time for yourself is not selfish. You are taking time to reset so you can be the best version of yourself to your loved ones.
Crafts and Mental Health
Well, it’s no secret that I think crafting can change your life. Tapping into your creativity has so many physiological and emotional benefits.
So in honor of May being Mental health awareness month, I’ve curated a list of self care diy crafts that are not only fun but provide peace, joy and relaxation in your life. Several have great health benefits as well.
Check out these self care diy crafts . Try a couple out and enjoy refilling your well.
Self Care DIYs – Crafts to help relieve stress
DIY Lavender Sugar Scrub
Make your own lavender sugar scrub to enjoy during your self care time. Lavender has so many relaxing properties and the process of making this scrub is also very calming. Click the link above to check it out.
Make Friendship Bracelets
Share the self love with your bestie by making the cute woven friendship bracelets. The repetitive patterns are easy to make and will help you relax. Gift it to your friends as a thank you for being there for you. Click the link to check it out.
Watercolor Painting
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There is a peace that comes with painting with watercolors. The paint just flows. It’s awesome and it’s a fun craft to learn. Click the link above to check it out.
Painted Flower Pots
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The act of painting flower pots with acrylic paint is a calming activity. Then enjoy the benefits of planting real succulents once they are done! Click the link above to check it out.
Make an Aromatherapy Stress Ball
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Learn how to make an aromatherapy stress ball with clay. It’s an easy stress relieving craft you can use over and over again. It’s also a great gift. Click on the link above to check it out.
DIY Sleep Mask
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Combine sewing with self care and make this simple DIY sleep mask. This craft will help you sleep more peacefully. There’s also a pattern and video included for even less stress. Click on the link above to check it out.
DIY Herbal Bath Salts
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Have you ever used herbal bath salts? You will be converted after making and trying out your very own! This herbal bath salt tutorial is totally customizable and makes a great gift. Plus, the kids can help out too. Click on the link above to check it out.
Jewelry Making
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Jewelry making is a relaxing and fun creative process. Gather some friends and a few supplies and create some lovely pieces with this step by step tutorial. Click on the link above to check it out.
Make Shower Steamers
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A good hot shower is a great self care activity. Adding these shower steamers makes it even better.
Made with rose absolute oil, jasmine essential oil, and vetiver essential oil, these DIY shower steamers are perfect for relieving stress and anxiety! They also make incredible homemade gifts. Click on the link above to check it out.
Make Handmade Lotion
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After a hot shower or bath, slather on some homemade beeswax lotion for a luxurious feel. Click the link above to check it out.
Paint Kindness Rocks
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What a fun play on a word. Yes Kindness ROCKS both literally and figuratively. Share your new found joy by making kindness rocks and giving them to others. You will get an immediate boost of happiness.
Let’s Heal
Self Care DIYs have so many benefits. Pick one from the list and fill your happiness jar to the top!
I regularly tell people to Feel and Heal. When you FEEL something is out of whack, it’s time to stop and HEAL what’s causing it. Whether you need rest, peace, laughter, love, etc, take the time to find it. Because you matter to so many people.
Until next time…Stay Crafty!
Angie
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