| Hi John, There's a hiking trail near my home that I've walked countless times. It's familiar path surrounded by oak trees and natural chaparral, it's easy to access, and welcoming to all. Even though it's familiar, today's walk brought unexpected things to notice: a brilliant bluebird, a couple brave turkeys who meandered onto the path, EMT's doing a fire drill, and surprisingly, a car navigating the trail! That was a first. 😳 Finding the joy in the ordinary inspires today's activity. This craft transforms a simple paper plate into a creative canvas. The Painting and Drawing Paper Plate Craft is a time-saving activity that promises endless creative possibilities with minimal setup. Why You'll Enjoy This: Simple Setup: All you need are paint (any kind), paper plates, a brush, and markers Encourages Experimentation: Freely experiment with patterns, color mixing, and brush techniques Mistakes Welcome: Make mistakes and explore new approaches as you test ideas on multiple plates Adds Variety: The bumpy surface and round shape make it a refreshing change from the familiar flat paper Supplies You'll Need: Paint Paper Plates Round Brush Water Container Rag Permanent Marker Whether you're painting on your own or side-by-side with a child, this artsy craft will inspire creativity and joy. Read more about this activity here: Painting and Drawing Paper Plate Craft Do you enjoy these emails? Please write me back! It would be great to hear what you're making and what's inspiring you. Finding possibility in the ordinary, P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are 4 creative ways TinkerLab can inspire and support your creativity journey: Engage your creative child with art in TinkerLab Schoolhouse ($10/mo) Bring creativity to your classroom with Art Around the Year ($99) Explore your creative potential by downloading the May Sketchbook Challenge (free) Break through artist blocks with Art Prompt Cards that spark creativity and inspiration (free) | 