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Hello there, and welcome to Thea’s eclectic world..

May 1, 2016

This blog will be a source of inspiration and relaxation. We'll delve into the w...

The quiet work of showing up

January 1, 2026

2026 is arriving with a heavy exhale. If you're feeling bruised by the past year...

Navigating the urge to create during times of Global crisis

July 1, 2025

In the middle of this mess, I've found myself wrestling with a weird dilemma: I ...

Every season is your season

June 1, 2025

Every season is your season." This powerful quote reminds us that growth isn't j...

A plate spinning life

May 1, 2025

Whether it’s the demands of a full-time job alongside family life, the pursuit...

My experience with Atomic Habits

March 2, 2025

For years, James Clear's Atomic Habits has helped form my approach to personal g...

A decade of handmade jewellery

February 1, 2025

Join me in celebrating a decade of creating handmade jewellery! From wearable tr...

Why slow growth matters

January 1, 2025

Self-help books offer powerful lessons, but true growth comes from taking your t...

Jar of paint brushes. Image by Debby Hudson on Unsplash

Artists Sunday: A creative alternative to Black Friday

December 1, 2024

While Black Friday has become a global retail frenzy, it’s not the only shoppi...

The art and mindfulness of repairing and repurposing

November 1, 2024

Crafting offers more than a personal escape - it's a sustainable practice that h...

stack of cups, showing a delicate balance

Creativity, commitments and my chaotic mind

October 2, 2024

As I navigate post-menopausal changes in body and mind, I've noticed the added s...

Relic Pieces: A Personal Journey

September 1, 2024

Uncover the beauty and meaning behind Relic pieces, a unique form of polymer cla...

Embrace creativity and uniqueness

August 1, 2024

Uncover the magic of inconsistent consistency in jewellery making. From the vibr...

Unleashing creativity in introverted minds

July 1, 2024

Imagine an introvert struggling to express their feelings of social overwhelm. T...

A world of circles in jewellery

June 1, 2024

Circles are everywhere in nature, from the sun illuminating our days to the moon...

Lessons from a Pottery Class

May 1, 2024

Discover the power of embracing imperfection and learning from mistakes in this ...

Thea’s Artistic Odyssey: A 100 Day Project Reflection

April 1, 2024

the 100DayProject is more than just a creative challenge - it's a testament to t...

Creating Calm Moments Through Doodling

March 1, 2024

Lost in the rhythmic dance of colours and patterns, doodling becomes a colourful...

The Transformative Power of the 100DayProject: Art, Wellbeing, and Personal Growth

February 1, 2024

The transformative power of the 100-Day Project: Reflection on art, wellbeing, a...

Creative reassurance during the winter’s chill

January 1, 2024

The Spring Equinox is a symbol of hope in the midst of winter's chill. Unlike th...

Celebrating the Diverse Expressions of UK Artists and Crafters

December 1, 2023

Here are a few notable UK artists and crafters, click the names below to read mo...

A Chat with ChatGPT: Art vs Craft

November 1, 2023

As an AI user, I engage with ChatGPT often, on a range of topics. The program's ...

Crafting Jewellery Beyond Seasonal Trends

October 1, 2023

In a world where fashion is often dictated by fleeting trends and colour palette...

Sharing self-crafted wearable artistry

September 1, 2023

By turning a painting that speaks to my heart into a neckpiece that rests agains...

A Cozy Bookstore and a Life-Changing Technique: My Encounter with R.A.I.N.

August 1, 2023

In the quiet corners of a bustling city, where the cacophony of life seemed to m...

Harnessing the Flow for Inspiration

July 1, 2023

One way to protect time for creativity is to create your own (non-alcoholic!) ha...

Navigating the 5 stages of the creative process

June 1, 2023

Creativity can often feel like a rollercoaster of ideas, emotions, starts, stops...

The creative process: Embracing incubation

May 1, 2023

Allowing ourselves time and space to incubate during creative blocks and periods...

The case for, and against Dutch Wax Fabric

December 1, 2022

There are certainly arguments for and against the continued popularity of Dutch ...

Unlocking the inspiring wonders of the Acropolis

May 1, 2022

As one of the best examples of architecture from the classical period of Ancient...

Picture of Thea from Cookson Gold Meets Thea

Cookson Gold Meets.. Thea Smartt Henry

May 1, 2021

I was very pleased to be featured in the 'Cookson Gold Meets' series, where I...

The art of slow(er) making..

January 1, 2021

In our fast-paced world, where instant gratification is the norm, the concept of...

Tee Batik: Speed Bird

August 5, 2020

One motif with many meanings including change, prosperity and freedom....

Head of the family ankara fabric, african wax

Tee Batik: Head of the Family

August 1, 2020

The geometric shapes in this fabric resemble a person embracing others. ....

Tee Batik: Congres

July 1, 2020

A motif popular in the Ivory Coast and with the Lome Houngni women, in Togo....

Nkrumah pencil ankara fabric, african wax

Tee Batik: Nkrumah Pencil

June 1, 2020

Named after Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah....

Woman wearing African wax clothing, dutch wax

100 Days of Tee Batik

May 1, 2020

I have been fascinated with the colours and shapes featured in Indonesian batiks...

The Black Creatives Exhibition at Drink, Shop & Do

March 1, 2020

I was pleased to be among a host of Black Creatives participating in this exhibi...

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