Hello, my friends!
I have something special to share with you…
It’s my new book!
The Artful Year :: Celebrating the Seasons & Holidays with Crafts & Recipes
Receiving my box of author copies from the publisher was so exciting—like Christmas!—yet this is something that I had created.
My first book was a labor of love.
Love of kids’ art. Love of creativity.
And wanting to share both with the world in a way that hadn’t been done before. In an accessible, fun, and encouraging way so that would inspire as many parents and teachers as possible to share art with the kids in their lives. I wanted to show the importance of creativity so that more people would make it a priority.
This book?
The Artful Year was a labor of joy.
The joy and excitement that I get from the seasons and holidays.
And the joy and excitement that children the world over get from the seasons and holidays.
As humans, we get so much enjoyment and inspiration from nature and the seasonal changes that happen throughout the year. And we have found ways to celebrate those seasons and their holidays as individuals, families, and cultures.
The Artful Year takes you through the year with many creative ways to celebrate each of the seasons and holidays with arts and crafts, food, books, and activities. Over 175 family-friendly activities!
As you know, this book is based on the four seasonal ebooks I created. You may even have one or more of those ebooks on your tablet or laptop.
But with the help of my editor, Jennifer Urban-Brown, and the wonderful team at Roost Books, those ebooks have gone through a series of changes, morphing from awkward teenagers to enter into a graceful and self-confident early adulthood as The Artful Year book.
I’m so proud of it! And so thankful for the wonderful work that Roost has done to make this book possible.
The Artful Year is divided into five main sections ::
- Activities for All Seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Winter
Each section of the book is filled with seasonal and holiday crafts, recipes, art projects, and other activities. Plus our favorite children’s books about each of the seasons and holidays.
I hope you like my new book as much as I do!
I am so excited that The Artful Year is printed and almost ready to go out into the world, to bookstores, libraries, and homes…
The official book release date is February 3rd—less than a month away!
You can pre-order The Artful Year through any of the following ::
- Your local bookstore
- Roost Books
- Barnes and Noble
- Amazon
- Powell’s
Note :: Roost Books has them in stock now and you’ll receive the book before the official release date if you order through them.
You can also ask your local library to order a copy or two (thank you!).
And, just for fun, I’m giving away one of my advance author copies (signed, of course)! To enter for a chance to win one of the very first copies to go out into the world (I did send one to my mom and Grandma already), see the giveaway details below…
The Artful Year Signed Book Giveaway
To enter to win a signed copy of The Artful Year before the book is officially released just leave a comment to this blog post then come back up to the rafflecopter widget and tell it that you are entering the giveaway. Giveaway open to readers around the world through January 16th, at 11:59 pm EST. Winner will be announced here on Saturday, January 17th.
Good luck!
Giveaway now closed. Congrats to Jenny for winning the book!
“I love seasonal crafting with my children. Can’t wait to get my hands on this!”
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446 Comments
Rosemarie
January 9, 2015 at 9:07 amLooks beautiful and would be a welcome addition to our home.
Sally
January 12, 2015 at 10:33 amIt is beautiful! We lovw doing your projects!
dr ali
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carissa
January 9, 2015 at 9:12 amYour ebooks have been wonderful I can only imagine how great your new book will be!!!!!
congratulations on your new book.
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:20 amThanks, Carissa!
dr ali
January 15, 2015 at 11:04 amPlz purch’ase’ it and feel the difference in ur reasoning knowledge and brain sharpness development. http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=331447659883&alt=web
Mel Brammer
January 9, 2015 at 9:15 amOh Jean! That looks just so beautiful, you must be like a proud mamma with a new baby! I can’t wait until the moment when my first book comes out into the world (not even finished yet). It looks like something I would absolutely adore, so please can I enter the giveaway (will you post to the UK?)
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:21 amI will absolutely post to the UK! Or anywhere… :)
Good luck with your book, Mel!
Natalie
January 10, 2015 at 3:06 pmLovely ideas, all the best from Vienna, Austria! ;)
dr ali
January 15, 2015 at 11:24 amHey allPlz purch’ase’ it and feel the difference in ur reasoning knowledge and brain sharpness development. http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=331447659883&alt=web
thnx
Leanne
January 9, 2015 at 9:18 amLooks gorgeous and I’d love to add it to our home library!
dr ali
January 15, 2015 at 11:25 amPlz purch’ase’ by following the L.i.n.k. below and feel the difference in ur reasoning knowledge and brain sharpness development. http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=331447659883&alt=web
LeAnn
January 9, 2015 at 9:25 amI am so excited about a new book!!! I have been through the first book several times already and am ready for more!
Kim
January 9, 2015 at 9:32 amWhat a lovely book. Congratulations!
Julie
January 9, 2015 at 9:41 amWould be a wonderful resource for our family!
Kelly A
January 9, 2015 at 9:46 amI love your first book. I bet this one will also be great!
Jennifer
January 9, 2015 at 10:04 amThanks for the opportunity!
Michelle
January 9, 2015 at 10:12 amOh Jean! I woke up this morning trying to think of how I could pull up your winter e-book on an old computer we don’t use and then this!!! I would LOVE this book and will buy it for friends and of course order with through the library! Yay for you and your creative heart. I am so grateful to have found you along the way in my own parenting journey. My kids are more creative because of your presence (via your ideas) in our lives!
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:22 amThank you for the kind words, Michelle! And I’m so glad you’re excited about this new book!
Mona
January 9, 2015 at 10:18 amSo excited for you! I will ask my library to order some copies!
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:23 amWonderful! Thanks so much, Mona!
Marietje
January 9, 2015 at 10:19 amYes! I was hoping for a book like this!
Janice
January 9, 2015 at 10:21 amWhat a great way to establish rythyms with children.
Becky
January 9, 2015 at 10:21 amWhat a lovely book and a wonderful resource!
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:23 amThank you, Becky!
Jennifer Montezuma
January 9, 2015 at 10:22 amThank you for this opportunity, and congratulations your books looks hugely inspiring.
Katherine Wollner
January 9, 2015 at 10:23 amI’m asking our library to order copies!
Jean Van't Hul
January 9, 2015 at 10:23 amAwesome!!
Rose
January 9, 2015 at 10:24 amCongratulations Jean! Can’t wait to see the new book.
Jen
January 9, 2015 at 10:25 amCongratulations on the release of your new book! I cannot wait to flip through the pages with my daughters. Cheers!
Jamie B.
January 9, 2015 at 10:25 amCongrats on your new book! Thanks for the chance.
Pam McDormand
January 9, 2015 at 10:32 amI can’t wait to check out this book!
Angela R
January 9, 2015 at 10:32 amI love your blog and am excited for this book. I will ask my library to purchase it too so others can have access.
Lyndsay jay
January 9, 2015 at 10:35 amThis looks fantastic!!! Congratulations
Robin
January 9, 2015 at 10:44 amwhat a fun looking book! your blog has always been full of inspiration, thank you:)
happy winter and hope I get to add this one to my library!
Adelle F.
January 9, 2015 at 10:49 amSo exciting for you…….congrats!
Amy
January 9, 2015 at 10:54 amCongratulations on your new book! I have all 4 of the ebooks, but cannot wait to get my hands on this one! It looks so pretty and now that my son is a tad older, I think he will enjoy these creative projects even more. Thank you for this labor of love that you are putting out into the world!
Korin
January 9, 2015 at 10:55 amLoved the first book! Can’t wait to see what this one has in store for my family!
Michelle
January 9, 2015 at 10:56 amSo wonderful to have everything in one place! Congrats!
Michelle Chan
January 9, 2015 at 10:57 amI would love to win a copy of the book -it looks truly inspirational and beautiful!
Meg roke
January 9, 2015 at 10:58 amI loved your first book and have truly enjoyed your 4 season ebooks even more. This is MUST-GET for friend with kids!
Sara Cline
January 9, 2015 at 11:02 amthis would be awesome to win!! We have the ebooks, but a solid physical copy to flip through could be nice.
Andrea
January 9, 2015 at 11:06 amI bought two copies of The Artful Parent for my grandchildren. One to keep in the States and one to keep in the UK. I’m sure that this book will be used just as much as the original books.
Charissa
January 9, 2015 at 11:07 amThe book looks beautiful! Would love to win a copy. Thanks for holding the giveaway!
Erin Buhr
January 9, 2015 at 11:13 amSO excited about this. I love your first book.
katie
January 9, 2015 at 11:22 amKudos!
Kathy
January 9, 2015 at 11:30 ama month is such a long time;)!! Lovely..just lovely and consider it bought!
Crystal
January 9, 2015 at 11:31 amWhat a lovely book – I’d love to have a signed copy! Congrats on the publishing of such a beautiful book!
Julia
January 9, 2015 at 11:46 amCongratulations on your new book! Very excited to read it and would love to win a copy of course!
mansi
January 9, 2015 at 11:47 amCongrats Jean. We are proud owner of your first book. Its a great book. I am sure this new book would be equally great.
Thanks for this chance to win this
Laura
January 9, 2015 at 12:00 pmWe LOVE your first book – so excited for this one!
Allison Megahey
January 9, 2015 at 12:14 pmSooo excited about this book!
Monika
January 9, 2015 at 12:39 pmI love your ideas! Looking forward to your book! Monika
Becky feucht
January 9, 2015 at 12:52 pmI would love a copy of this book. Your posts are beautiful & inspirational. You do so well at explaining the process in a simple way. Your passion for art and family comes across strongly. You are hands down one of my favorite blogs.
Marina
January 9, 2015 at 1:06 pmLove your first book, can’t wait for this one!
Lucy
January 9, 2015 at 1:14 pmOh oh I can’t wait! You are such an inspiration to follow what you love.
nancy
January 9, 2015 at 1:16 pmi am so excited to see your new book. thanks for sharing all the wonderful ideas.
Cher
January 9, 2015 at 1:17 pmI’d love to have this book for my grandchildren!
Melissa Leech
January 9, 2015 at 1:17 pmI have a super artistic daughter, and had no idea where to start. Your blog is an amazing resource for me! Look so forward your book!
Ashley
January 9, 2015 at 1:17 pmThis sounds like so much fun!
Joy
January 9, 2015 at 1:17 pmi can’t wait to see your new book! I refer to the first one and your website nearly EVERY day!
Marie-Anne Seve
January 9, 2015 at 1:18 pmYeah! We can t wait to explore the new book!
Greatings from France.
Denise
January 9, 2015 at 1:19 pmI can’t wait to see this book.
Kathy D'Agostino
January 9, 2015 at 1:19 pmI love following you. I plan the curriculum for my family child care children around the seasons and holidays. I’ll definitely purchase your latest book, but it would be wonderful to win a copy I’m looking forward to reading it!
Riazuddin Qudrat Ali
January 13, 2015 at 8:42 amWaiting for this beautiful book. I love to have this book
Betsy
January 9, 2015 at 1:19 pmI would love to win this book! I reference the Artful Parent often & this would be another great resource. Thank you!!
Laurie
January 9, 2015 at 1:21 pmMy daughter and I absolutely love working on the projects that you post – hands down our very favourite projects come from you. Congratulations on your new book!
Sarah h
January 9, 2015 at 1:22 pmI love crafting and living with the seasons. Congratulations!
Anya
January 9, 2015 at 1:22 pmWhat a lovely book! Will definitely ask my library to order it.
Deanna Swaggart
January 9, 2015 at 1:24 pmSo exciting. Ill ask my library to order a copy.
Mayla M
January 9, 2015 at 1:25 pmI love being creative with my kids. You book will give us great inspiration. Thank you!
Lyudmyla
January 9, 2015 at 1:26 pmI’m so happy to congratulate you with the new book! I’m happy that you did not stop with the only one. Cannot wait to hold it and show new projects to my children. Whole year of fun. Yey!
monique blik
January 9, 2015 at 1:26 pmCongratulations with your book! I’m a teacher and this would be a useful addition for my classes.
Janet
January 9, 2015 at 1:27 pmI love all of your activities and would LOVE to have a copy of your new book! I have always tried to encourage my daughter to be creative, and your ideas help me do that. Thank you!
Abbie Petrie
January 9, 2015 at 1:27 pmOo, I have followed you for a long time and finnallygot your book for Christmas. I. Would love this book to add to my shelf and start a collection. The children I work with have loved your activities so far :)
Sadhbh O Dwyer
January 9, 2015 at 1:27 pmI would love this book for my kids (as I remove bits of magic instant snow out of my hair …)
Mary
January 9, 2015 at 1:28 pmMy daughter LOVES all things art related so we would get some great use out of this book for sure!
Melanie
January 9, 2015 at 1:28 pmfound you on Facebook and I love your ideas!
Sandra
January 9, 2015 at 1:29 pmWe can’t wait to get the book and create art with my children ;)
Annette
January 9, 2015 at 1:29 pmHow exciting! I love giveaways.
Sarah Cooper
January 9, 2015 at 1:30 pmI would love to check this book out. Looks awesome.
Heather
January 9, 2015 at 1:30 pmThis would be a useful addition to our homeschool library.
Lenette
January 9, 2015 at 1:32 pmWhat a great resource for helping to spur creativity!
Cherylyn
January 9, 2015 at 1:34 pmlove your blog…. would absolutely adore your book! Thank you for all you do!
Mihaela
January 9, 2015 at 1:35 pmWow! Such an amazing resource to go back to during a year!
Karla Hays
January 9, 2015 at 1:35 pmCongratulations on your new book. I enjoy all of your ideas about doing art with kids. Thanks for the opportunity!
Angela
January 9, 2015 at 1:35 pmLooks like another amazing book! You are my inspiration for bringing art to my children!
Jane Peterson
January 9, 2015 at 1:36 pmThis looks wonderful!
Kelli
January 9, 2015 at 1:36 pmCongrats on the new book! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!
Kitty Michael
January 9, 2015 at 1:37 pmI am super excited about this book. Your ideas and pictures are always so lovely!! I often share your facebook posts. You have inspired me again and again. Thank you for caring about kid’s imaginations.
-Kitty
Danielle
January 9, 2015 at 1:42 pmA book like this would be great for my children. But keep even myself accountable to be creative!
Kathy Kenney
January 9, 2015 at 1:43 pmAs an engineer, I need this book (and your blog) to help me create artful space for my two children. Thank you for a wonderful blog!
Kate
January 9, 2015 at 1:45 pmLovely looking book, congratulations! We love trying out your wonderful ideas for art projects and would love to win a copy of the book.
Sarah
January 9, 2015 at 1:45 pmYour book looks amazing. We love the inspiration you provide on FB.
My daughter & I would love a copy
Thank you
Julie
January 9, 2015 at 1:49 pmLooks like a wonderful book! I so enjoy your passion for art and creativity. As a mother of 3 small children, I find inspiration in your work as it often reminds me to slow down and enjoy my time with them. And as an art educator, I share many of your posts with my colleagues and even parents. Creativity is misunderstood by many people, yet you are able to make it real and concrete in simple ways that encourage families to nurture it every day. Thank you!
DebbieR
January 9, 2015 at 1:51 pmYay, this is super exciting!
Malissa
January 9, 2015 at 1:52 pmWe have used your first book SO much!! I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of this one! Thanks for the giveaway!
Karla
January 9, 2015 at 1:55 pmLooking forward to reading it
Janet H
January 9, 2015 at 2:08 pmI just discovered your blog. It’s so great! The book looks amazing!! I think my 4 kids & I would really enjoy these crafts especially in the summertime.
Kathleen
January 9, 2015 at 2:09 pmCongrats! What an energy you have!! I’m following your blog and fb page…. and I always get inspired. I took out your first book at the library. I’ll let them know there is a second one on the way :-) Good luck!
Taryn
January 9, 2015 at 2:10 pmHow exciting!
Annette
January 9, 2015 at 2:14 pmThe book looks fantastic, we would love one!
melinda
January 9, 2015 at 2:22 pmI would love to read it! it looks beautiful!
Kit
January 9, 2015 at 2:26 pmSounds totes amazeballz
Patty
January 9, 2015 at 2:30 pmBig fan here! Can’t wait to get your book!
Amy M.
January 9, 2015 at 2:34 pmHow fun! We so enjoyed the first one! and all your ebooks as well.
Sarah Teapot
January 9, 2015 at 2:35 pmYour blog has been a wonderful find! I imagine the book to be the same way. I would love to win a copy. Thank you!
Carla
January 9, 2015 at 2:35 pmCongratulations on your book! I’ve only just recently discovered your page but have already saved heaps of ideas to try out with my daughter!
Rebecca S
January 9, 2015 at 2:35 pmI loved your first book. Looking forward to seeing this one!
Michelle
January 9, 2015 at 2:45 pmJean, I always tell my parents in my class that I get my great craft ideas from the Artful parent.Your crafts are what keeps my students looking forward to coming each week! Congrats on you book and many more! Look forward to seeing more great projects. Keep art and crafting alive!
Karen K
January 9, 2015 at 2:46 pmI’d love to win a book.
Meredith
January 9, 2015 at 2:52 pmLove every single thing you do. You have helped me bring art and creativity to my son’s life. So glad you’ve got another book coming out. PLEASE keep them coming!!!!!
Heather Mallady
January 9, 2015 at 2:53 pmLooks like a beautiful useful book. I would love to enjoy it with my family.
Lucia Hale
January 9, 2015 at 2:55 pmHow wonderful! This book looks so lovely – can’t wait to read it :) My girls and I incorporate The Artful Parent art and craft ideas into our weekly projects. We have so much fun :)
Kirsten
January 9, 2015 at 2:56 pmWe love love love our copy of the Artful Parent. Looking forward to this new book!
Elizabeth White
January 9, 2015 at 2:57 pmI have your first book and love it, this one looks brilliant too. I like the idea of having activities tailored to the season.
Patty
January 9, 2015 at 3:12 pmYou are amazing! Already have your first one and loved it. Your girls are so lucky!
Saige
January 9, 2015 at 3:15 pmOooooh. We’d love a copy in our home! Crossing my fingers to win the Raffle.
Susannah
January 9, 2015 at 3:19 pmcongratulations on the new book! Looking forward to reading it!
Kelly Skony
January 9, 2015 at 3:25 pmYour enthusiasm inspires me!
Courtney {A Life Sustained}
January 9, 2015 at 3:26 pmSo excited about this book!
Sooz
January 9, 2015 at 3:32 pmI have just bought and devoured your first book, then spent hours mulling over your amazing website. This week, for the first time ever, my 3-year-old has made some art every single day and, just like that, my fear has dissipated! I am sold: less screen-time, new peace, and a real sense of exploration and fun in our everyday.
Seeing news of your new book just now made me so excited! Thank you so much for your inspiring work. I am a huge fan!
Tina
January 9, 2015 at 3:34 pmFun! I love the Artful Parent and look forward to this book too.
Anca Iubu
January 9, 2015 at 3:59 pmI love your blog, i always cheek your post on facebook and because i’m a preschool teacher i use ideas in my activity with my childs at school.
i’M from Romania and i would love to have your book in my library.
Keep up with the awsome work .
Carra
January 9, 2015 at 4:00 pmWonderful. I love the first book so much and I refer it to other people all the time. Thank you for sharing your wonderful passion and ideas with us. You are my go-to person for kids’ art!
Jessica
January 9, 2015 at 4:01 pmI loved your first book, and can’t wait to see all the new ideas in this new book!
pavla
January 9, 2015 at 4:06 pmSo exciting!! Congratulations, Jean!
Melinda
January 9, 2015 at 4:09 pmYour book looks amazing can’t wait to read it :)
Melissa T.
January 9, 2015 at 4:10 pmWe LOVE your first book!! So excited to see the new one.
Gillian
January 9, 2015 at 4:18 pmWe love your first book, and I’m so excited for this one. Crossing my fingers!
Claudia M
January 9, 2015 at 4:23 pmThanks for the giveaway and Congrats on the new book. :)
Maria Cortés
January 9, 2015 at 4:23 pmWe love the Artful Parent and the 4 e-books and will love to read and put in practice this new one. You inspire us so much!!! Thank you so much for making our life more artful and fun!!!
Celeste
January 9, 2015 at 4:27 pmCongratulations!
Silke
January 9, 2015 at 4:31 pmHey, I am freshly moved to the US and in my first weeks I searched the Internet and Facebook for good ideas to entertain my very creative boys. Then I#ve found your page… Love it sooo much….We really found good ideas and sometimes, they figure out another good idea from one of your ideas. Its amazing how much my kids are grown in confidence. Thanks so much. I really love to have your book, hopefully signed.
And congratulations to your new book. You must be very proud!
Love Silke
Crystal Van Dyke
January 9, 2015 at 4:31 pmBy far, one of the BEST blogs (actually, a FB find) I’ve run into all year (and I mean out of the whole last 12 months!). Congratulations on the book, best wishes!! :)
Rebekah
January 9, 2015 at 4:34 pmI’d love to win a copy – adding this book to my wishlist!
Mary Beth
January 9, 2015 at 4:35 pmYay! So excited to learn of your new book! Can’t wait to get my hands on it. Love your work. Congrats!
Lisa Maletic
January 9, 2015 at 4:37 pmLooks beautiful! Congratulations!
Lisa
January 9, 2015 at 4:37 pmSo awesome, congratulations for getting this published. I would love to win the copy to add to my craft book collection.
Lilly
January 9, 2015 at 4:42 pmThis looks so fun!
Anna
January 9, 2015 at 4:44 pmHow exciting! Can’t wait to see the new book!
anuza
January 9, 2015 at 4:48 pmwahoo just amazing .I have always admired your work and wood very much like to own d copy
Marie
January 9, 2015 at 4:51 pmHi Jean, you´re making beautiful things. It would be great to have your new book.
Leah
January 9, 2015 at 4:51 pmWe love your blog and I’m very excited for your new book! Thanks you
Amanda
January 9, 2015 at 4:53 pmI received your first book as a Christmas gift this year and loved every page! We have been slowly converting our home into an art friendly home and doing so has made such a positive impact on our family. I am thrilled that you’re releasing another book! Thank you for sharing your passion.
Liz M
January 9, 2015 at 5:12 pmWould love to get my hands on this book!
Catherine
January 9, 2015 at 5:18 pmI’d love to read your book. I enjoyed the fall e-book, so I’m sure this one is 4 times as good. :)
Inna
January 9, 2015 at 5:27 pmHow exciting! Congratulations!
Nichole {youclevermonkey}
January 9, 2015 at 5:27 pmCongratulations Jean in your new book! It looks fabulous – much like your first book which we love :)
Peggy
January 9, 2015 at 5:29 pmI am so excited! I love your first book and use it all the time. I did not purchase your books because I felt an ebook would be awkward for looking up crafts, so this is great! I’ll definitely buy one if I don’t win!
val
January 9, 2015 at 5:30 pmthat would be SO amazing to win this book – I won’t tell my kids tho, or they would not sleep until I have it.
Thanks for the chance
helen
January 9, 2015 at 5:31 pmThis is so exciting! Congratulations!
claudia
January 9, 2015 at 5:36 pmMy kids would love to have that book to make every idea thats in it, i’d love it too.
Angela Dirks
January 9, 2015 at 5:41 pmCongrats on your beautiful labor of love Jean. Thank you for sharing your passion and inspiring so many others to HAVE FUN with their kiddos again through art. I am currently looking to align my personal and professional lives (WHY do they have to be separate anyway?!?) and the spirit of your book, blog and writing in general is inspiring to embrace life with creativity. Keep doing what you are doing. Best wishes and take care.
MJ
January 9, 2015 at 5:50 pmWhat a great idea to have all 4 seasons in one book! I love the ebooks I have and refer to them during each season. We just made the bread, twice!
Laura Brookbank
January 9, 2015 at 5:54 pmWe need a copy of this book.
Valerie
January 9, 2015 at 5:57 pmAmazing. I am so excited to get my hands on your newest creation. We LOVE the artful parent book and your blog posts keep me inspired. : )
Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!
Clare Hugo
January 9, 2015 at 6:00 pmWhat a beautiful book and wonderful concept. I can’t wait to get my own copy when the book comes out :).
Sarah Willis
January 9, 2015 at 6:02 pmCan’t wait to read this, we love all your work, so inspirational in so many ways!
Ruth
January 9, 2015 at 6:06 pmSo excited for this book! We love your first book and can only imagine how much this one benefited from being a “labor of joy”. Thanks for all your inspiration!
Beth
January 9, 2015 at 6:19 pmwould love to win!
Melanie
January 9, 2015 at 6:32 pmLove the look of this, love to add it to my collection! Congratulations!!
Erin
January 9, 2015 at 6:33 pmyour blog is a constant inspiration, I can’t wait to read your book!
Congrats!!
Fiona Wood
January 9, 2015 at 6:36 pmCongratulation Jean! The new book sounds wonderful – I loved the ebook series. I also love getting your blog posts and your ideas are always so good. Thanks for being such an inspiration!
Katerina Konstantinidi
January 9, 2015 at 6:54 pmOh!! I was so much looking forward to that!!! Love your work!! Gives us so much inspiration!
Liz
January 9, 2015 at 7:02 pmThis book looks like fun. I can’t wait to read it one way or another!
shannon
January 9, 2015 at 7:06 pmJust recently came across you and your offerings. Loving your ideas and using them in my home and classroom. Thank you!
Ann
January 9, 2015 at 7:14 pmOoooh I’d love to get my hands on a copy.
I’d love to know what age range of children this books is most suitable for
Jamie
January 9, 2015 at 7:36 pmI absolutely love your blog. I’ve been following you for a couple of years now. I would be delighted to own your new book.
Karina Seppi
January 9, 2015 at 7:46 pmI received your first book for Christmas this year, and it’s already benefited my family! I am so excited for book two!
Susan
January 9, 2015 at 7:51 pmI’ve been enjoying your blog and great simple ideas to engage my kids in art activities. Would love to see your book!
Jacquie Fleck
January 9, 2015 at 7:52 pmI am so excited for this book!! Thank you for all you do. We are huge fans in this house :)
Marti Hopson
January 9, 2015 at 7:59 pmi am so happy I came across your blog a while ago and have loved reading your ideas since then. You a real inspiration to me.
Aurora
January 9, 2015 at 8:00 pmOh yes! Would absolutely love!
Tanya
January 9, 2015 at 8:03 pmGreat!
My daughter would love this. Congrats!
Jane
January 9, 2015 at 8:11 pmHow lovely! I’m so excited to read your new book, even if I don’t win! Hurray!
grace
January 9, 2015 at 8:52 pmOh wow .. new book! Lovely, absolutely fun book full of inspirations, congrats!
Amy
January 9, 2015 at 9:01 pmCongratulations! What an amazing accomplishment!!!
Leslie Scarcello
January 9, 2015 at 9:02 pmi love your ideas! I use them all the time with my kids and students. I would love a print copy!!
Holly
January 9, 2015 at 9:10 pmCongratulations on the new book, Jean! I love celebrating the seasons and have a series of picture books we read on the solstices and equinoxes.
amber
January 9, 2015 at 9:15 pmThank you for the chance. Congrats!
Natalia
January 9, 2015 at 9:15 pmThank you so much! <3
Laura
January 9, 2015 at 9:17 pmCongratulations! I’m so excited to read your new book & do the activities with my kids!
Christine
January 9, 2015 at 9:20 pmCan’t wait to read it!
Kristin Rowell
January 9, 2015 at 9:55 pmI would love to win a copy of your new book! I love the projects you come up with!
Laura
January 9, 2015 at 10:07 pmWe use your first book all the time. Can’t wait to get my hands on this one too!
Carrie-Ann Kelley
January 9, 2015 at 11:03 pmI would love a copy of your book…looks wonderful…and I love your blog!
Alisa O'Berry
January 9, 2015 at 11:28 pmI LOVED the Artful Parent book….. so I am VERY VERY excited to see this new book! I LOVE all things to do with celebrating seasons so this is perfect.
Rachel Halverson
January 9, 2015 at 11:49 pmMy Son considers himself an artist. He is 4. I am trying to honor who he is and implement an art project weekly. We would love winning this beautiful book to inspire us on our artistic journey throughout 2015. (I am not artistic or creative in any way, shape, or form…so having a “guidebook” of sorts for projects to help my Son retain the artistic vision of himself would be amazing). Thank you for your wonderful posts. Blessings and light.
Julie U
January 10, 2015 at 12:03 amCongratulations!! Can’t wait to take a peek!
sheau
January 10, 2015 at 12:13 amthis is very exciting news. look forward to reading it in the near future and congrats! Sheau
camille
January 10, 2015 at 12:17 amFantastic! !
Summer H.
January 10, 2015 at 12:43 amOh my kids and I love to do crafts! So much fun!
Kirsten
January 10, 2015 at 12:50 amYes! This looks amazing. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy. As a mama and teacher of little ones, I find your first book indispensable and can’t wait to add more to my repertoire. Congratulations!
giouli
January 10, 2015 at 2:27 am2015 wishes …such colourful and resourceful book ..lucky to have it
Rhee
January 10, 2015 at 2:48 amThe book looks beautiful and I am excited to try the art activities with my children
Ange
January 10, 2015 at 4:11 amCongratulations on your beautiful book! I can’t wait to learn and create more with my children, inspired by your ideas
Amanda P
January 10, 2015 at 4:19 amLove your blog! I have a little one on the way and can’t wait to try your art projects! Thanks!
Mary
January 10, 2015 at 7:02 amJean, I amso excited! This is fantastic news! I was one of the people who volunteered to look over the autumn eBook, and I’m so happy to see this evolution.
Yay!
Brooke
January 10, 2015 at 7:11 amI like that many of your activities are not only fun, but are doable. Those which utilise items on hand or repurpose items are particularly appealing. Brooke, Australia.
Cheryl Hamilton
January 10, 2015 at 8:32 amHi! I tried to comment with my phone but it froze up and possibly sent a blank comment, sorry. I want to tell you how much I enjoy your blog and Facebook posts! As an early childhood educator and mother of three beautiful littles, I am constantly inspired by you and eager to begin a new adventure in creativity. Thank you for all you do…can’t wait for your book, and of course, I’d LOVE to win a signed copy for our school! Joy to you!! Cheryl
Denise
January 10, 2015 at 8:44 amOh I cannot wait for this, looks amazing!
Fawn
January 10, 2015 at 9:02 amCongratulations Jean on your second book! I can’t wait to share it with my kids!
Pippa
January 10, 2015 at 9:13 amWe inherited an old cupboard from my grandmother and have filled it with all sorts of bits and pieces, from sweetie wrappers to corks, old Christmas Cards, bottle tops, ribbons, beads, socks with holes, old sweaters, smooth rocks and pine cones etc. The children now say, ‘this can go in the craft draws’ rather than ‘which bin should I throw it away in’. Making pictures and things is one of their favourite things to do and your wonderful looking book will I’m sure be a super source of yet more seasonal ideas.
Amy Pertl-Clark
January 10, 2015 at 9:35 amLOVE ~ what beautiful photographs! I am looking forward to getting my hands on a copy of this gorgeous book.
Jodie Pomerleau
January 10, 2015 at 9:39 amHi,
So glad that i found your blog and congrats on the new book! I think it’s going to be a great resource at home and in my classroom. I hope to be able to have it shipped to Abu Dhabi.
Sincerely,
Jodie Pomerleau
Jessica
January 10, 2015 at 10:19 amHow exciting! Congratulations! I’m going to look for this at my library if I don’t win! :)
Betsy
January 10, 2015 at 10:21 amCan’t wait! I have been waiting for this for awhile!
Lydia Hood
January 10, 2015 at 10:58 amI love your first book and look forward to using this one as well!
Sarah Jackson
January 10, 2015 at 11:05 amCongratulations! Your hard work and labor of love has paid off!
I am a mother of six. I found your site and have loved the simplicity and heart behind many of your activities. Thank you for sharing and the Jackson’s would love a copy at home!
Blessing,
Sarah
Becca
January 10, 2015 at 11:13 amyour blog is wonderful and inspiring. Congrats on the new book!!! Wishing you many, many sales
Christina Noyes
January 10, 2015 at 11:21 amThank you for all of your endless amount of creative inspiration! I would love to be the lucky winner of your new book. Congrats on all of your successes.
NAthalie
January 10, 2015 at 11:27 amWhat a good resource – parent OR classroom fun ideas! Cool there is a give away!
Shannon
January 10, 2015 at 12:18 pmCongratulations on your second book! :)
Mon Banel
January 10, 2015 at 12:28 pmI love your blog and ideas! Your book looks stunning!
Nickle
January 10, 2015 at 12:55 pmThe artful parent has inspired so much creativity in our home. We are about to make melted crayon and liquid watercolor canvas paintings right now. Would love to have the new book!
Elise Davis
January 10, 2015 at 12:55 pmCongratulations! It looks great!
Tannis
January 10, 2015 at 1:43 pmDoes this new book have alot of your ebook material or is it new material. I have your first book and all the ebooks so I’m curious. I can’t wait to see it and will be putting it on my wish list.
Tammy
January 10, 2015 at 1:43 pmLooks like a beautiful book that I can’t wait to take a look at. Congratulations on another big accomplishment! Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy.
Poorva
January 10, 2015 at 2:26 pmCongratulations , hope to see many more of such books. Love to win one…….thank you for sharing
parnella
January 10, 2015 at 3:12 pmThis is wonderful! I love your first book and ebooks. This will be on my wish list.
Agata Marć
January 10, 2015 at 4:04 pmCongratulations, Jean! And HUGE thanks for so much inspiration!! I’d love to win a copy of your new book, it looks awesome :)
Cathleen
January 10, 2015 at 4:56 pmArt is part of our daily life, and I love it! But I could ALWAYS use more ideas…hoping to win!
Erin
January 10, 2015 at 5:38 pmSo excited about this! If I don’t win it, I’ll be buying it for sure!
Maria Raaff
January 10, 2015 at 5:39 pmYour book looks beautiful and deserves to be in print! I have your other book and would love a copy of this on my coffee table! Congratulations! x
Whitney
January 10, 2015 at 5:43 pmI loved your last book and am sure I will enjoy this one, as well. I like that is organized by season, rather than holiday.
Terri Clarke
January 10, 2015 at 5:57 pmI am always looking for new and creative ideas/projects to share with my 3 young artists. Your book would be used from cover to cover in our home! Thank you for sharing your creativity with us!
Angela Goertzen
January 10, 2015 at 6:14 pmMy husband and I homeschool our kids, this would be a great addition.
Cindy W.
January 10, 2015 at 6:19 pmI would love to win this book. I have taught preschool for close to 30 years and I am always inspired by the fabulous ideas you share on your blog. Thank you for the giveaway!
Giulia
January 10, 2015 at 6:32 pmWhat a lovely book! Can’ t wait to read it and use it!
From italy!
Patty
January 10, 2015 at 6:35 pmYour first book is one of my favorites! My 5yo also loves it and asks to look at it often. Congratulations! I can’t wait to get my hands on your new book!
Alya
January 10, 2015 at 8:22 pmCongratulations, Jean! How exciting! The book looks beautiful. I have the e-books but prefer hard copy books to flip through for inspiration – thanks for the chance to win.
Kelly
January 10, 2015 at 8:47 pmI’m a mama of an eight year old who loves art.
I am on leave from teaching after an auto accident and your blogus helping us gather and organize supplies for art.
I can’t wait to read your books.
Jenn A
January 10, 2015 at 8:56 pmWow! I would love to add this gorgeous book to my bookshelf. Thanks for all the awesome ideas and the opportunity to win!
Christa V
January 10, 2015 at 9:45 pmI have been waiting for this book since you first posted about it. I just love The Artful Parent..it’s given me so many wonderful ideas, experiences and memories with my girls. You are an inspiration to me Jean. Thank you.
Ellen
January 10, 2015 at 9:48 pmI love The Artful Parent and can’t wait to check out your new book. I will be sure to request that my local library carry it, too!
Mindy
January 10, 2015 at 10:11 pmCan’t wait to read it.
natalie
January 10, 2015 at 10:18 pmI have been in an art “rut” for way too long due to exhaustion! I was finally able to purchase your last book (as a christmas present for myself!) It has helped so, so mucb and I would love to get my hands on your new book!
Cher Crawford
January 10, 2015 at 10:22 pmI love your blog! I have enjoyed so many of the projects you have shared with my own girls. We would love to have your book to inspire many more creative times together!
Sarah Keith
January 10, 2015 at 10:42 pmWhat a beautiful book! We would love a copy!
Holly R.
January 10, 2015 at 10:53 pmCongratulations! This book will get much use in my home.
Kristin
January 10, 2015 at 11:51 pmWe have absolutely LOVED your book! I am so excited that you have another!
Sarah M
January 11, 2015 at 1:23 amThis makes me so incredibly happy! Congrats, Jean!
Sarah M
Bubble ink
January 11, 2015 at 6:52 amLove your posts. Would love to receive it as give away
Katalin
January 11, 2015 at 7:22 amI just recently started following you on fb and I have to say that you have by far the best art ideas for our kids. I wish I’d have some of your imagination! We are using your ideas multiple times a week, I am becoming a child again myself. We live in Germany and not sure if bookstores here will carry your treasure. We shall see. Best of luck with the new release!
Rachel
January 11, 2015 at 7:58 amThe book looks lovely. We would love a copy of this.
michelle
January 11, 2015 at 8:47 amCongratulations! We love your first book and your ebooks — can’t wait to read The Artful Year. You continue to inspire me and help bring joy to my family through your artful ideas!
Wendy
January 11, 2015 at 1:36 pmWe love the first book and can’t wait to get our hands on this one! Congratulations!
Zane
January 11, 2015 at 1:39 pmCongratulations on Your new book! It looks great. Would love to have one. :)
Claire @ The ladybird's adventures
January 11, 2015 at 2:29 pmI got your first book this christmas. Loving it so far so I am thrilled to hear you’ve written another one.
Jenny
January 11, 2015 at 3:29 pmI love seasonal crafting with my children. Can’t wait to get my hands on this!
Nga Le
January 11, 2015 at 4:23 pmI can’t wait for the book. My son and I have started to do some art stuff together and it has help me communicate with him better!
Emily Betts
January 11, 2015 at 5:37 pmCongratulations! I love my copy of your first book and look forward to this one!
Natasha
January 11, 2015 at 8:20 pmSo excited for this book!! I have your first book and LOVE it! My New Year’s resolution is to do more art with my kiddo (to do some every day). So far we’re having a blast! I want my walls FULL of his beautiful art! Thank you for making this so much fun and easier. It’s contagious.
Happy mama in Canada.
Melaine
January 12, 2015 at 6:32 amSo excited to hear that you have a new book out. I love your website and follow your FB page for all the lovely projects. I have done quite a few of them with my kids
Christine
January 12, 2015 at 9:47 amJean,
Congratulations!
I have your first book and would love to win your second one!
I am excited for you!
Christine
Tugce
January 12, 2015 at 9:50 amoh, maybe one of those beautiful books would travel all the way to istanbul
Suzanne
January 12, 2015 at 9:52 amWhat a treasure! Thank you for all your hard work and sharing your unique perspective through the magic and beauty of art! You have been one of my top inspirations for years! I homeschool 4 boys and really appreciate what you do! Thank you and Congrats on your new adventure!
Joanne Riley
January 12, 2015 at 9:52 amI love the look of this, and I think my little girl would welcome it onto our bookshelf too.
Hannah white
January 12, 2015 at 9:52 amI am so excited to read this!
margaret
January 12, 2015 at 9:54 amAs soon as I saw this book, it went right on my wishlist. I love following you on pinterest. You remind me to be creative :)
Teresa Johnston
January 12, 2015 at 9:57 amMy kids and I have so much fun courtesy of your ongoing inspiration.
Your book would be thoroughly enjoyed (and probably stained) were we to win.
Thanks for running this contest!
Teresa
:-)
Becky
January 12, 2015 at 9:58 amWould love to add this to my stash!
Annie
January 12, 2015 at 10:07 amThis book looks FANTASTIC!
Heather Sarik
January 12, 2015 at 10:09 amWe’ve used so many ideas from your blog and ebooks! Would love to have this book for even more inspiration.
Abbie
January 12, 2015 at 10:10 amCannot wait to read this book! I’m sure it’ll be a huge inspiration to me and my girls!
Lydia Koltai
January 12, 2015 at 10:10 amThe book looks awesome! I own the ebooks and love them. Will be getting this one for the kids to browse as well.
Stacie
January 12, 2015 at 10:20 amYour blog has helped my daughter and I spend some quality time together. I have enjoyed the activities as much as she has. To be able to see her flourish through focused activities and way less screen time has been an absolute joy. I am even getting my husband involved with the “family vision board”. I love your ideas. You have been an inspiration! Thank you!
Sarah
January 12, 2015 at 10:13 amHow wonderful! I love the repetitions of the seasons as we grow!
Melissa
January 12, 2015 at 10:16 amWow!!! Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!
jaimie
January 12, 2015 at 10:19 amCongratulations! Book looks wonderful, definitely looking forward to getting a copy.
Krisztina
January 12, 2015 at 10:40 ambeautiful book, congratulation and thank you!
Beth V.
January 12, 2015 at 10:46 amLots of great ideas on your blog, we are trying to find time to do them all! :)
Tina N.
January 12, 2015 at 10:56 amCongrats on your new book! I’m a fan of your site and find myself saving most of your posts that I see on my FB feed. Also enjoyed your first book. Would be awesome to win a copy of your new book!
Kathleen
January 12, 2015 at 10:58 amLooks AMAZING!! Can’t wait to get started : )
Ginny
January 12, 2015 at 11:09 amI love your previous book and the winter eBook so I can’t wait to see the new book. Congratulations!
Kat S.
January 12, 2015 at 11:10 ami can’t wait to add this to our bookshelf! Though it may never make it that far. So many amazing ideas!
Angelea Bielinski
January 12, 2015 at 11:19 amI treasure your blog and can’t wait to read this book. Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Sarah
January 12, 2015 at 11:31 amLove this book! Congrats!!
sara
January 12, 2015 at 11:38 amThe Artful Parent has an abundance of ideas that I can’t even keep up with! Every day I have been saving multiple ideas to do with my children, as well as in my work as a clinical therapist. I am so thankful to discover this blog and FB page!
Gayle
January 12, 2015 at 11:38 amWould love to win this! I teach classes to homeschooled kids and this would be a great resource.
Christa
January 12, 2015 at 11:46 amWe have so much fun with your first book and can’t wait to see this one!
Jennie
January 12, 2015 at 11:48 amWhat a great sounding book! I always enjoy all of your ideas and have done several of your great projects with my children! Keep up the great work.
Smita
January 12, 2015 at 11:51 amIf I don’t win this book, I am going to buy it anyway…have been waiting for it! But I hope I win this contest anyway….just for fun :) All the best and I can’t wait to read your book!
Smita,
New Delhi, India
Anne Marie
January 12, 2015 at 11:54 amLooking forward to the new book! Practically had your first book on permanent loan from my library, so my husband bought me my own copy for my birthday!
Susan
January 12, 2015 at 12:05 pmCan’t wait to see your new book!!
Mary
January 12, 2015 at 12:11 pmLove reading your posts on Facebook. They are so inspirational. Would love to see the book for even more inspiration.
Jennifer P
January 12, 2015 at 12:24 pmThis book looks beautiful !!
Sarah Harris
January 12, 2015 at 12:30 pmI can’t wait to buy (or win) this book.
Shelley Thompson
January 12, 2015 at 12:31 pmLove your work! Always such great ideas! Can’t wait to read the new book!
Marlene Scovile
January 12, 2015 at 12:38 pmIt looks beautiful! Well done.
Cheyenne Anderson
January 12, 2015 at 12:38 pmWe would love to add this book to our collection! :) I think it would be awesome to use in our homeschool classroom! :)
pececito arcoiris
January 12, 2015 at 12:47 pmIt seems a wonderful book! Can’t wait to see it.
Nicola
January 12, 2015 at 12:51 pmThe book looks fab! I’ve added it to my Amazon wishlist already but would love to win a copy :)
Jen
January 12, 2015 at 1:25 pmI’d love to win this book. You are one of my favorites to follow on FB. I always end up reading the posts!
melissa hinton
January 12, 2015 at 1:36 pmCan’t wait to read it, i’ve already been inspired by lots of wonderful art projects you’ve suggested.
Omer
January 12, 2015 at 1:46 pmFrom the pictures, your joy is evident.
Hope to share in that joyful art!
Tanya W
January 12, 2015 at 1:54 pmLooks gorgeous! We love using your project ideas to create in our house. Congratulations!
Kim MacDougall
January 12, 2015 at 2:12 pmLooks gorgeous! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy! Congratulations!
MG
January 12, 2015 at 2:47 pmLove it for inspiration!
Lara Di Matteo
January 12, 2015 at 2:59 pmCongratulations on your new book! Thank you for the opportunity!
Julie Tuthill
January 12, 2015 at 3:05 pmWhat an amazing book this would be, my childcare children love the ideas and inspiration I get from your Facebook page. Thank you
Megan
January 12, 2015 at 3:05 pmLooking forward to seeing your 2nd book
Jenny Krout
January 12, 2015 at 3:36 pmWe would love to add this book to our library!
Meg K
January 12, 2015 at 3:48 pmLove it & can’t wait to get a copy! Looks awesome!
Misti Presley
January 12, 2015 at 3:51 pmSounds awesome.
maggie d
January 12, 2015 at 4:04 pmSo awesome! I can’t wait to check out you book, you have so many great ideas!
Jennifer DelaCruz
January 12, 2015 at 4:06 pmThis looks awesome!
Sarah
January 12, 2015 at 4:11 pmit looks like a great book to use everyday of the year, it would be welcome in my library of books as I am an early childhood teacher and always liking for different activities to engage children with!
we3threeblog
January 12, 2015 at 4:13 pmthis book looks absolutely AMAZING. i need it in my life!
Rebecca Macauley
January 12, 2015 at 4:26 pmLooks wonderful! I can’t wait to get my hands on it and try out some of the ideas with my 4-year-old.
Michelle Lee
January 12, 2015 at 4:37 pmI really want to create an artful environment for my children. This book will be my guiding light!
Tiffany BG
January 12, 2015 at 5:10 pmI have been following you on FB and love so many of the ideas you share! I would love to have this book at home, it looks amazing!
Cristina
January 12, 2015 at 5:11 pmThe only thing I can say is Congratulations for your new book. I’m looking forward to reading it
Anne Kibbey
January 12, 2015 at 5:19 pmWith the way the school system is nowadays – It really is up to us at home to foster the arts, as creativity is taking a back seat to other areas of the curriculum. As much as I love Visual Arts, I am not skilled in this area – your book would help me unlock my inner creativity and help my little girl grow to her full potential. My wish is her to be imaginative, creative and to think outside the box – qualities that I believe your book will help me achieve.
Emily
January 12, 2015 at 5:19 pmI can’t wait to get this!!!!
Stoyanka B
January 12, 2015 at 5:45 pmCongratulations on your new book. And thank you for all good ideas that you share!
Gina Lane
January 12, 2015 at 5:45 pmI loved your first book and this one looks fantastic! Can’t wait to see it in person.
Beth
January 12, 2015 at 5:46 pmhi Jean, I just wanted to Thankyou. I won your last contest and received my copy of “the artful parent” in the mail last week and it made my day. When I was in school- I didn’t like art because I never thought I was good enough. Now as a teacher I love doing art with my students and are always looking for ways to engage them. Most of my students have autism and I find art & music ( and cooking) to be some of my favourite experiences to share with them. Thankyou for sharing your ideas! – Beth
Sierra
January 12, 2015 at 7:03 pmThis looks like a beautiful book! I would love to travel through it’s pages.
Julia
January 12, 2015 at 7:06 pmI love your first book. Can’t wait to read this one!
Monica
January 12, 2015 at 7:20 pmCan’t wait to read your new book.
Celeste
January 12, 2015 at 7:44 pmThis book looks amazing! So many great ideas all in one place.
Karen Sellers
January 12, 2015 at 7:56 pmI am currently pulling daily activities from your first book and loving it! Can’t wait to see he second one!
Clea
January 12, 2015 at 8:22 pmI can’t wait for this book! I love seasonal activities all year round, and have written about it in my own books as well! Congratulations – it looks fabulous.
Emma
January 12, 2015 at 8:27 pmWhat a beautiful book idea! Congratulations!!
Miriam
January 12, 2015 at 9:41 pmI love your blog and don’t comment (ever, I don’t think!) but rest assured I read all the time. I pass your blog on to my other mom friends who are looking for creative outlets with their kiddos. Your book is such a great idea for a gift instead of more clothes/toys. Art supplies and a book! :)
Ernesto Pérez
January 12, 2015 at 9:47 pmI ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT, THANKS FOR BRINGING JOY BACK IN MY DAYS, YOU ARE A TRULY INSPIRATION AND KEEP THE AMAZING WORK. :)
Heather Gardner
January 12, 2015 at 10:31 pmSo many great ideas on your blog – I can’t wait to see the book!
Kelly
January 12, 2015 at 11:18 pmMy husband and I literally JUST, about 5 minutes ago, decided to pull our daughter from school to homeschool her…this book will make an amazing addition to our homeschool resources!
Enid Sim
January 12, 2015 at 11:41 pmThis artful mummy from Singapore would love to add this book to her library of resources!
Stephanie
January 12, 2015 at 11:47 pmI would love to win your book!
Sarah R
January 13, 2015 at 12:11 amCongratulations on the book! It looks like a must-have resource!
Holly
January 13, 2015 at 12:29 amI am really looking forward to reading this book and getting some new creative ways to craft and make fun art projects with my kids.
Ashley
January 13, 2015 at 1:26 amI love following your Facebook page and I pin many of your ideas on pinterest to use with my daughter. Your book would be a great addition to my home to provide ideas for quality family time.
Donna Laura Lai
January 13, 2015 at 1:29 amThis is an awesome book that I would love to have, so me and my family could spend more quality time together doing arts and crafts!
Sara
January 13, 2015 at 2:43 amSooo excited for this book to come out!!!!
natalie carpenter
January 13, 2015 at 3:36 amawesome, your posts on facebook inspire me daily!
Marissa
January 13, 2015 at 3:46 amhttp://Www.goingandgrowing.wordpress.com
Marissa
January 13, 2015 at 3:50 amYour book sounds amazing! I would love it!
Salva
January 13, 2015 at 4:48 amCongratulations from Vilnius, Lithuania! Dear Jean, i’m following you since autumn and i’m very happy about this new book. I would like to order a copy so it would be interesting for me to know how much it cost and where can I by this wonderful book? Will this book be available to purchase via amazon or elsewhere?
beverley lewis
January 13, 2015 at 5:42 amWould love to win this book X think your links on facebook are brill and always try things with my little one X
Kate Roberts
January 13, 2015 at 5:42 amCongratulations on a wonderful looking book. I’m excited to try and get a copy of it. Do you know if it will be available in Australia? (sorry if you have already answered this…I didn’t read all the comments – there were too many!)
Maya Tuttle
January 13, 2015 at 6:01 amLove your blog and will absolutely purchase your book if I do not win one here. Thank you for sharing all of your creative finds with my family!
Hui Zhen Tan
January 13, 2015 at 7:07 amI love your The Artful Parent book! Looking forward to reading your new book for more ideas to experiment with my kid!
Jennifer
January 13, 2015 at 7:13 amWhat a grand day it would be to receive your book in the mail!
Shannon
January 13, 2015 at 7:42 amCongratulations! It looks wonderful and I’d love a copy.
Elise Edwards
January 13, 2015 at 8:15 amVery excited to read and share your new book! If you’re doing any blog tours I’d love to do a review. Congratulations and I look forward to reading it soon!
philippe
January 13, 2015 at 8:40 amI would love to win your book!
Jess
January 13, 2015 at 9:31 amSo excited! We would use this in our classrooms at the Art Center!
Thank you for all that you do. We follow and utilize your website often!
Jess Palotas
Owner: Salem Art Center
Klaudia
January 13, 2015 at 10:27 amIt looks very exciting! You have a very creative soul and I enjoy your craft inspirations. Congratulations on your new book!
Amy Messer
January 13, 2015 at 11:58 amI’ve been trying to incorporate more art into my son’s days and your site has been extremely helpful! Your book looks awesome.
Kristin Abernathy
January 13, 2015 at 12:08 pmMy daughter and I just love your blog! I can’t wait to read your new book, and I have suggested to our local library to obtain a copy too!
Amy Lawrence
January 13, 2015 at 12:30 pmWhat a beautiful giveaway! Thank you!
Bonnie Griffith
January 13, 2015 at 12:32 pmI follow your projects and I’ve used many of them as the Craft Teacher at my granddaughter’s Child Development Center. I would love to win this signed copy.
Lucy Smithson
January 13, 2015 at 1:30 pmSo excited to see you have another book coming out. Loved your first one! Fingers crossed x
Tonya Adrian-Hill
January 13, 2015 at 1:30 pmLove your blog! I entered the giveaway. Thank you for this opportunity :)
Irene
January 13, 2015 at 1:46 pmcongratulations on your beautiful new book!
Sarah E. White
January 13, 2015 at 1:53 pmSo excited about this one! Congratulations.
Deborah Scott
January 13, 2015 at 2:20 pmReally looking forward to the book! I love your blog and the ideas you share! Thank you!
Birdy Anne
January 13, 2015 at 2:33 pmI’ve been looking for a book that would inspire me to do more artistic projects with my kids. This book looks like it will do just that! I love how it combines an appreciation for the natural world with the the projects! Just lovely!
Jaime Turner
January 13, 2015 at 3:18 pmooh. I can’t wait to see this. My kids and I have had hours of fun using your last book as inspiration! Xxx
Anna
January 13, 2015 at 3:28 pmThis looks awesome. My kids love doing “arty stuff” so I’m always on the lookout for new ideas.
Kelly
January 13, 2015 at 4:09 pmLove your first book (& your blog)…What a wonderful follow-up book idea. Would love to win one!
Emily
January 13, 2015 at 4:42 pmCongrats! I love what you wrote about this one being a labor of joy. I hope to read it soon!
Leigh
January 13, 2015 at 5:24 pmI am very excited to hear that you have another book coming out. The ebook series and Artful Parent have provided many hours of fun, creative outlet and togetherness in our home. Thank you for your hard work!
Nada
January 13, 2015 at 5:51 pmah, something I did wrong on the application for the giveaway, the application is sent, comment here
Recently, I started to follow the blog. Attracted with pictures of excellent works I it would be a good place for ideas that can be used at home with my son and in my classroom. I have not regretted that follow you.
Calley
January 13, 2015 at 6:29 pmCan’t wait for this book! Just what my sister and I love
jacqueline
January 13, 2015 at 7:13 pmI love your ideas and creativity and I’m from Singapore!
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Melissa
January 13, 2015 at 8:56 pmI’m looking forward to reading this!
Charlene
January 13, 2015 at 9:44 pmFantastic work! Love your inspiring blog!
dr ali
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Kelly
January 13, 2015 at 10:02 pmLove the first book and love the idea of the second; would love to win one!
dr ali
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Jenn H
January 13, 2015 at 10:25 pmthis is so wonderful! id love to incorporate this into our homeschool!
dr ali
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Julia
January 13, 2015 at 11:07 pmI recently purchased your first book for my twin preschoolers, and not only do they love everything about it, but so do the moms in our playgroup! Adding your new book to our group would add a new dimension of fun, especially during holidays. Thank you for all your work and creativity!
dr ali
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Jason Rathbun
January 13, 2015 at 11:21 pmThis is such a great book idea! I can’t wait to read it!
dr ali
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Meredith
January 13, 2015 at 11:33 pmhow fun!
dr ali
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Cynthia
January 14, 2015 at 12:20 amLove the seasons, love art with my little one and LOVE your blog and ideas! Looking forward to the new book!
dr ali
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Kylie
January 14, 2015 at 1:28 amHi there;
Would love a copy of your book! We’ve had great fun trying a lot of your recommended craft. Thx Kylie
Susan
January 14, 2015 at 2:06 amSo excited about this book! I am giving it to a couple of new mom friends for Mother’s Day this year if it is ready. How wonderful!!
dr ali
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Sue Lloyd
January 14, 2015 at 2:27 amLove all the ideas – use so many with my grandson. Wish this had been about when my kids were young. Just love it.
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Paula D
January 14, 2015 at 3:55 amYou are an inspiration Jean. Congrats on your book! I’d love to make use of your book and all the wonderful ideas you come up with. Thanks for this opportunity. Best wishes all the way from New Zealand
dr ali
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Rebecca
January 14, 2015 at 4:18 ami can’t wait!!
dr ali
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Fiona
January 14, 2015 at 6:54 amI’ve just discovered you on Facebook and love your posts. Thankyou! Your book looks beautiful and so inspiring. Would love to explore a copy :-)
Fiona
January 14, 2015 at 7:03 amHi, I’d love to enter the giveaway draw, I left a comment before, but the rafflecopter widget doesn’t seem to work for me. :-(
Bonnie
January 14, 2015 at 7:36 amThis is awesome !!!!! Congrats on yr book! Job well done & it looks like it’s going to be great!
Kristin Tabb
January 14, 2015 at 2:57 pmCongrats on your new book! Looking forward to reading it.
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Michele J.
January 14, 2015 at 5:40 pmOh, yay for a new book! I really appreciate your passion for all things kid and art-related – I’ve loved following you on FB and pinterest, and I’m very excited to see all the great ideas your new book has to offer! Thanks for the opportunity to win a free copy! :)
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Jessica
January 14, 2015 at 6:30 pmLooks fabulous! We have the first book, but I LOVE doing seasonal stuff all year long.
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Leslee
January 14, 2015 at 6:49 pmLooks so fun!! Can’t wait to try the activities with my kiddos!
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Courtney Pinkerton
January 14, 2015 at 7:27 pmcongrats on your book! we cant wait to live it.
Susan Raphael
January 15, 2015 at 1:45 amI love your blog and Facebook page
marcela : naturally fun days
January 15, 2015 at 2:43 ambeautiful! I have one of your seasonal ebooks and love it!
Thanks for the chance and congratulations!!!
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Jenna O
January 15, 2015 at 4:57 amSounds like a lovely book!
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debbie
January 15, 2015 at 11:51 amCongrats on the new book. :)
Chantal
January 15, 2015 at 3:31 pmA year’s full of pretty and doable arts and crafts… Oh how I hope we win. :-) My kids loved every activity we have done from your page. So we can’t wait!
Congrats on your new book!
Rachel
January 15, 2015 at 6:11 pmwin or lose, i’m giving this to my friend!
Jackie
January 16, 2015 at 8:47 amWhat a beautiful looking book! I would love to win a copy. We homeschool and would get lot of use out of this book.
amber
January 16, 2015 at 8:48 amIm so excited for this book! I just finished reading y he artful parent .. it was amazing! And i love celebrating seasons ☺
Nicole O.
January 16, 2015 at 8:48 amCongratulations! I’m so excited for you, and for the chance to win a copy! Yay!
Amy
January 16, 2015 at 8:49 amLove the first book. My son and daughter love arts and crafts. Looking forward to the next book with even more inspiration. :0)
Bethany McMahon
January 16, 2015 at 8:49 amI love the fact my daughter at 2 loves to do crafts. This would be an amazing addition for her to try new things
heather
January 16, 2015 at 8:53 amlooks great!
Lori Marshall
January 16, 2015 at 8:57 amI love the ideas you post. The book looks wonderful.
Amy Frye
January 16, 2015 at 8:58 amCongratulations on your new book! I’m always visiting your website for creative ideas for my 5 and 6 year old children to work on. I am always inspired by what you do. I am an artist, so I love creative craft projects that get my kids imagination flowing. Plus, they create one-of-a-kind beautiful works of art for our home.
tia
January 16, 2015 at 9:01 amI love your site, i’m sure the book will make it easier to do the crafts with 3 kids
ashley
January 16, 2015 at 9:01 amI can’t wait until my daughter is old enough for us to do crafts together,
Buffy
January 16, 2015 at 9:02 amI would love to get more ideas for crafts for my 3 children! (Without having to go on the computer every time!)
Kerri
January 16, 2015 at 9:03 amCongratulations on your new book! Excited to have a chance to win a copy!
Cheryl Burr
January 16, 2015 at 9:04 amLooks brilliant, love your Facebook posts they are always very inspiring
JenZE
January 16, 2015 at 9:05 amA full year of creative ideas? Fantastic!
Holly
January 16, 2015 at 9:05 amCongrats on your book! I would love one. You always have the best ideas. You’re my #1 person to refer to when need ideas for the kids. We’ve made many of the projects you’ve suggested. All so creative and do-able. Please keep doing what you’re doing. :)
Jodi
January 16, 2015 at 9:13 amOh thank you for the chance. We love your ideas and enjoy creating together at home and our playschool.
Aimee O.
January 16, 2015 at 10:36 amYour ideas are always amazing! Can’t wait to get my hands on this book! :)
Sonjel
January 16, 2015 at 11:28 amLooking forward to reading this! Your work is wonderful!
Petia Stefanova
January 16, 2015 at 11:49 amHello,
Congratulation on your new creation! And thanks for sharing it with us-random people.
Nowadays the information about everything is too much and sometimes it is very hard to find and select what one exactly is searching for. So, thank you for being well organised, always new and interesting about ideas for materials and creative tips; and thanks for pointing that everything that surrounds us could be a part of some artful playing. I could frankly say that all that was missing in my childhood I could do as a grown-up and had the same fun as the kids.
Wish you all the best!
Sandy
January 16, 2015 at 1:13 pmLooks like an amazing book! I’d love to use it in our homeschool, and my girls would too!
Maria Tourloupi
January 16, 2015 at 3:20 pmI totally enjoyed reading “The Artful Parent”,so I’m looking forward to reading your new book!
Dionysis Giakoumelos
January 16, 2015 at 3:55 pmThe book looks great! Looking forward to reading it!
Tori Martinez
January 16, 2015 at 4:43 pmLove following you on FB… what great crafty ideas for the kids and me! We love it.
Marisa Neyenhuis
January 16, 2015 at 9:50 pmAh! I’ve been waiting for this book! It’s on my birthday wishlist!
Isabelle
January 16, 2015 at 10:18 pmThis book seems very inspiring!
Shaleen
January 16, 2015 at 11:33 pmThis book sounds so lovely! I love the seasonal format. I can’t wait to read it!
MaryAnn F. Kohl, art author
February 5, 2015 at 12:19 pmMy copy just arrived. I’m confessing that as someone who rarely bakes, I am inspired from Jean’s book and I’m going to bake! The photos are just too yummy!! As someone who writes about art for kids, I’m delighted with the art and crafts in The Artful Year … delighted hardly covers it. I’m jumping and screaming. Jean, the book is not only wonderful, it is beautiful. I really really really love it.