January Blog Schedule

 

Hello January! A Fresh Start and Cozy Creativity

Hello, lovely friends!

Can you believe we’re already stepping into January? After all the hustle, glitter, and sparkle of the holiday season, it feels wonderful to slow down, sip something warm, and embrace a fresh start. January has a special kind of magic—quiet mornings, crisp air, and plenty of cozy time for crafting, creating, and dreaming up new projects for the year ahead.

I like to think of January as the “reset button” month. It’s perfect for organizing your craft space, trying out new techniques, and planning projects that will bring joy all year long. Whether it’s sewing, scrapbooking, painting, or DIY home décor, there’s something so satisfying about starting a project with a clean slate.

What I’m Loving This January

• Cozy Crafting Corners: I’ve been setting up a little nook with soft blankets, twinkling lights, and all my favorite supplies within reach. It makes crafting feel like a warm hug on a chilly day.

• New Projects on the Horizon: I’m excited to experiment with watercolor cards. There’s nothing like starting a new project and seeing it come to life!

• Planning & Inspiration: January is the perfect month to plan out the blog schedule, sketch new ideas, and gather inspiration for upcoming tutorials and DIYs.

A Cozy Challenge for You

This month, I encourage you to take just 15 minutes a day to create something small—whether it’s a card, a little doodle, or even a simple craft experiment. It’s amazing how these tiny creative moments can bring calm and joy, even in the coldest, grayest days of winter.

I’m so excited to see what 2026 has in store for our crafting adventures together! Let’s make it a year full of color, creativity, and a little bit of sparkle (without too much loose glitter, of course 😉).

Here’s to a happy, creative, and cozy January!

With love,
Amanda

Blog Schedule:

Week 1

• • Man that flew!!!

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Week 2

• Monday, Jan 5 (Craft): Goals! 

  • Craftin' Wife's Creations social media goals.

• Wednesday, Jan 7 (Beauty): Top Nail Polishes For Winter

  • Seasonal color combos & styles.

• Friday, Jan 9 (Anything Goes): Books & Looks!

  • From our last blog on the topic, 'til now- Books I've read & Makeup Looks I've done,

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Week 3

• Monday, Jan 12 (Craft): Creative Planner & Journal DIYs

  • Ideas for personalizing planners, bullet journals, or scrapbooks for 2026.

• Wednesday, Jan 14 (Beauty): DIY Hair Treatments for Winter Damage

  • Homemade masks and oils to repair winter-dry hair.

• Friday, Jan 16 (Anything Goes): Behind the Scenes of Craftin’ Wife’s Creations

  • Share your creative process, workspace setup, or a personal story.

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Week 4

• Monday, Jan 19 (Craft): Upcycling Winter Clothes into Fun Projects

  • Repurpose scarves, sweaters, or mittens into new crafts.

• Wednesday, Jan 21 (Beauty): Self-Care Sunday Routine, Midweek Edition

  • Ideas for pampering routines, bath rituals, and beauty downtime during the week.

• Friday, Jan 23 (Anything Goes): Winter Photography & Craft Display Ideas

  • Tips on photographing crafts in winter lighting or cozy indoor setups.

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Week 5

• Monday, Jan 26 (Craft): Quick & Easy Last-Minute Winter Gifts

  • DIY gift ideas that are simple, thoughtful, and crafty.

• Wednesday, Jan 28 (Beauty): Makeup Declutter: Refresh Your Collection for 2026

• Tips on cleaning, organizing, and updating makeup products for the new year.

Thanks,

CWC