Review: Ayurveda Beginner's Guide

Ayurveda Beginner's Guide

Author : Susan Weis-Bohlen


Ayurveda (/ˌɑːjʊərˈveɪdə/ or /ˌɑːjʊərˈviːdə/^[1]) is a system of medicine with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent.^[2] Globalized and modernized practices derived from Ayurveda traditions are a type of complementary or alternative medicine.^[3][4] In countries beyond India, Ayurveda therapies and practices have been integrated in general wellness applications and in some cases in medical use.^[5]


This book is a gentle introduction to the ancient practices of Ayurveda. The author invites you to dip your toe into the life altering routines, practices and ways of thinking that have been proven effective over thousands of years.
This book came to me at a good time as I was looking for something to improve my overall wellbeing not just a diet book. Susan's book teaches you how to work on mind, body and soul with practical instruction on each. Included is 21 day challenge that will help you make small changes that will become life long habits.
I highly recommend this book for anyone looking to improve their overall health or even just to create a more effective daily routine.
Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide is a great investment in living better.

• I received a free copy of this book to review. The opinions expressed are my own.

About the Author: Susan Weis Bohlen

Fabscraps 2018-2019 Design Team

I am so thrilled to share that I was selected to be on the Fabscraps design team this year. Fabscraps has been one of my favourite papercrafting companies for quite some time.

"Fabscraps is a family run business established in 2005 by sisters Brigitte Wimbush and Janine Smollan. What started as a small local business venture is now Africa’s largest craft manufacturing company with over 3000 product lines distributed around the world."


I am so excited to be part of this incredibly talented team.

Dated Big Happy Planner Dimension Templates

The Big Happy Planner from Mambi gives you lots of elbow room to design cute weekly layouts that will keep you inspired all week.

My Big Happy Planner has become my favourite mini scrapbooking outlet. It takes only 2-3 pages of design paper to create a full layout with very little white space. I have included a Planner Dimension Template for my dated 2018 Big Happy Planner. This template will not work with horizontal or undated BHP.

Watch me create a beautiful bold layout featuring Fabscraps design paper.

If you would like a copy of the template

Planner Template 

Big Happy Planner PWM (Fabscraps layout)

via IFTTT

Free Planner Printable: Habit Tracker

Hello friends.

Just popping in to share a habit tracker that I made this afternoon. I made it to to keep track of my morning and afternoon medications. I did not number it or add too many labels so that it would be useable for whatever you want.

Resources for Cricut and Design Space

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As a papercrafter I have purchased allot of tools over the years. It started with the decorative edge scissors put out by Fiskars and has continued on through 4 generations of Cricuts and numerous cutting tools.

Over the years though I have passed many of my no longer used tools down to my daughter, a girls group, a women's shelter and some even found their way to Kijiji.

I have found that I consistently prefer to work with my Cricut. Sometimes I miss announcements about new features until I watch one of Melody Lanes videos. That is how I discovered print and cut had been added. What a game changer.

I came across this video which shows some of the features of design space (the software that works with your Cricut). This playlist goes through the many features of the software with easy to follow instructions.


If you don't own a Cricut Machine yet, what are you waiting for?
Shop Crict Machines

Creating Beautiful Blooms

This post contains affiliate links. That means if you take this class I make a commission. That being said I would not suggest a class that I felt was not great value and very informative.

Winter roads giving you cabin fever? Why not put on your cosy slippers and learn how to make beautiful spring blooms at home. CreativeLive I is offering an online class by Robert Mahar February 5-6.

Do-It-Yourself: Paper Flowers.

Paper flowers add whimsy and beauty to any occasion. Learn how to craft a whole handmade garden with Robert Mahar in How to Make Paper Flowers step by step.

Robert Mahar is an arts and crafts professional who teaches others how to create imaginative do-it-yourself projects. In this class, Robert will teach you how to make impressive florals out of inexpensive materials. You’ll learn how to:

• Create large-scale stylized flowers from standard sheets of paper
• Make life-like flowers from crepe paper
• Use your paper flowers in a variety of party decor creations

Paper flowers can be used as photo backdrops, centerpieces, napkin rings, or anything else you can dream up. This celebrated art form is sure to turn heads and spark conversation among anyone who experiences it. Learn how you can make your next event beautiful from Robert Mahar How to Make Paper Flowers.

Creativelive paper flower making class.

5 Great DIY Gifts for Your Valentine

Valentine's Tag

The clock is ticking. Valentine's Day is a mere 12 days away. Time to start helping your kids write out their class Valentine's and flipping through your recipes for a healthy party treat to send. I'm right there with you. I feel like we have exhausted our list of Valentine ideas over the years.

I thought it might help if I posted a few project ideas to get your creative mojo going. These crafts are all pretty simple but well received.

Jane Austin Inspired valentine

Mini Valentine Canvas

Vintage Inspired Necklace

Valentine's Easel Card

Free classes this week on Creative Live.

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Free On-Air Classes - Week of 1/28

Class Name: Brush Lettering Basics
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Start Date: 01/29/2018
End Date: 01/30/2018
RSVP Date: 01/29/2018

Class Name: Stop Making Excuses
Text Link: Stop Making Excuses class at CreativeLive
Start Date: 01/29/2018
End Date: 01/30/2018
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Class Name: Vlog Like a Boss
Text Link: Vlog Like a Boss class at CreativeLive
Start Date: 01/30/2018
End Date: 01/31/2018
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Class Name: The Outdoor Photography Experience
Text Link: The Outdoor Photography Experience class at CreativeLive
Start Date: 01/31/2018
End Date: 02/01/2018
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Class Name: Modern Web Design Demystified
Text Link: Modern Web Design Demystified class at CreativeLive
Start Date: 02/01/2018
End Date: 02/02/2018
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Class Name: Make Your Own Bath & Body Products
Text Link: Make Your Own Bath & Body Products class at CreativeLive
Start Date: 02/01/2018
End Date: 02/02/2018
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A healthier you for 2018 :Skinny Chicks Cookbook

I was given a free copy of this book in order to provide a review. The opinions shared are my own.

Did I mention that I was diagnosed with diabetes last year? Its not suprising as I am at least 30 pounds over weight, eat like a five year old and exercise consists of chasing my pups around to get my sock back. (Even then it depends on how attached I am to the sock.) I know that I need to make changes but I find it so hard to wade through all the mystery ingredients at the bulk food store let alone trying to assemble something somewhat palatable to put on the table.

Enter The Skinny Chick's Cookbook. When I received a copy of this book to review I anticipated page after page of recipes that I could neither prepare nor eat. I am here to tell you, I could not have been more mistaken. The pictures will have your mouth watering and the ingredient list is simple and easily accessible. Each recipe has less than 10 ingredients  and are low calorie, gluten free and yummy looking.

I can't wait to start my day with strawberry banana crepes or enjoy a spicy buffalo cauliflower as a snack. The Skinny Chick's Cookbook is my new go to resource for healthy recipe ideas.  Check it out on the kindle store and make eating healthy in 2018 a reality.

Are there a few things Santa missed?

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Let's face it, the jolly elf is not getting any younger. If he forgot a few items off your  creative supply list.....or even if you made the naughty list....now is a great time to stock up. Blick Art is having a great deal. Hurry it won't last long.

Get 20% off Blick orders of $79 or more, plus $35 free shipping! Use code CELM. Offer expires midnight (CST), Saturday, January 6th, 2018. Exclusions apply.