Hey, butterfly! 🐾 It’s been a little while, but I’ve been coloring away behind the scenes, and there’s so much I want to share with you! ✨ Lately, I’ve been spending time with my favorite pattern coloring book - there’s something so comforting about it, just letting the colors flow without overthinking. Some of these pages have already made their way into shorts, and now I finally get to show you more! If you’ve been here for a while, you might have noticed a black cat appearing in past videos. Over the last month, I found myself drawing and editing one into my posts - a quiet tribute to someone very dear to me. She wasn’t just a cat. She was family. 💛 For 17.5 beautiful years, my sweet Nikita was by my side, filling my days with love, warmth, and that special kind of companionship only a beloved pet can give. Losing her at the middle of January has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through. I miss her more than words can say, and wherever she is now, a piece of my heart is with her. Grief, especially the grief of losing a pet, is such a lonely thing. Few truly understand the depth of this kind of love - the quiet, constant companionship of someone who was never human, yet loved in the most profoundly human way. A love without words, yet spoken in every glance, every gentle nuzzle, every moment of trust built over the years. When they go, the world keeps moving as if nothing has changed, yet for those who shared their lives with them, everything feels different. The absence is loud, the routines feel hollow, and the love that once had a place to go now lingers, searching for where to settle. In all of this, I’ve found comfort in coloring, the way I always have in difficult times. The quiet rhythm of filling in patterns, the softness of the colors, the simple act of creating… It’s been a gentle way to sit with my emotions, to just be for a while. Now, I feel ready to step back into creating more. I’ll be posting daily again - including longer videos (finally!) - and I have a couple of little surprises planned too. 🥰 I’m sending you all the warmest wishes, and as always, I’m so grateful for this space and for all of you. This community truly means more than I can put into words - it feels like a cozy refuge, a place to turn to when the world feels like it’s falling apart. Oh, and at the end of this post, there’s a picture of my Nikita. She was 15 years old in it. 💛✨
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Hey, butterfly! Here’s to a year of discovering patterns that bring us joy and breaking free from the ones that no longer serve us! Whether it’s in art, life, or even our daily routines - let’s make room for fresh colors, bold lines, and exciting new designs.
Remember, life’s a lot like a doodle: sometimes messy, sometimes intricate, but always uniquely ours. This year, let’s give ourselves permission to try something different, color outside the lines, and embrace every creative, quirky moment.
Hugs! 🥰
Irini
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Hey, butterfly! 🌟 Whether you're cozying up by the fire with a mug of cocoa, laughing with loved ones around the tree, or simply enjoying some quiet "you" time during the holidays, I want to send you the warmest wishes! 💖
If you are celebrating Christmas - may your days be merry, bright, and filled with all the good vibes! 🎅✨ And if not, I hope this season wraps you up in joy, warmth, and plenty of moments that make your heart smile. 💫
Life is better with a splash of kindness, a pinch of creativity, and a whole lot of love - so let’s sprinkle that around like holiday glitter! ✨
Hugs! 🥰
Irini
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Hey, butterfly! Doodling and patterns - two of life’s simplest joys. Whether it’s on a random scrap of paper, a notebook, or part of a masterpiece, there’s something magical about letting your hand wander and your mind unwind. Patterns are everywhere - in nature, in life, and yep, even in the little doodles we make without thinking.
It’s like giving your brain a cozy hug while creating something cool. So next time you’re feeling stuck, grab a pen, let the lines flow, and see where they take you. Who knows? You might just doodle your way to a brighter mood!
Hugs! 🥰
Irini
#simplejoy #colortherapy #patterns
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Hi, butterly! It’s Irini. ✨
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, like everything is just too hard or too far out of reach. 🥺 But here’s the magic: coloring is easy, it’s mindless, it’s cozy - and it works wonders for our mental health. 💖 No fancy supplies or complicated steps required. It’s like a little catalyst for calm, joy, and even creativity to flow back into your life. (You can Google the science if you’re curious - I’m just here to remind you it works! 😜) So grab a piece of paper, a marker, or even that pencil hiding in your drawer, and let’s add some color to the day. ✨🖍️
Hugs! 🥰
#simplejoy #colortherapy
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Hey, lovely people! It’s Irini. ✨
I just want to take a moment to say THANK YOU! Seriously, you’re the absolute best. Every sweet comment, like, and message from you puts the biggest smile on my face - and let’s be real, that’s some powerful stuff. 😊
It means the world to me that I can bring a little splash of color to your day and remind you (and myself!) that pampering our inner kid isn’t just okay - it’s mandatory. 🌈 Life gets gray sometimes, but sitting down with a simple drawing and some markers or pencils? Total game changer. Pure magic, even. 🎨💫
So here’s to slowing down, letting go, and adding some color to our world - one cozy little doodle at a time. Thanks for being here, for watching, and for making this space so warm and happy. Y’all are the real MVPs. 🥰
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Hi, butterly! It’s Irini. 💖
Today’s video is all about trying something new - I decided to use Coco Wyo’s coloring suggestion as my guide for this page! The publisher posted their own colorful version of this scene, and I thought it’d be fun to recreate it as closely as possible. It also gave me a chance to try out a couple of simple patterns.
Come unwind with me as I color this cozy page, featuring a few fun details and, of course, all the raw, relaxing sounds. 💖🌈
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Hugs! 🥰
Here is the LINK: https://youtu.be/opqBuedh7CI
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Hi, butterfly! It’s Irini. 🧡
Ever feel like your mind's a bit... gray? Let’s brighten it up! ☀️ Studies show that coloring simple, easy drawings isn't just for kids – it's actually awesome for adult mental health, too. A few swipes of color can melt away stress, boost your mood, and even spark a little creativity. 💖
So, grab your markers, crayons, or even a pen (hey, doodling counts!) and color your way to calm. No need to be the next Picasso – just let yourself play, relax, and see where those colors take you! 🎨
Sending the warmest hugs your way! 🤗
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Hi, butterly! It’s Irini. 👻
New video is up! 🎨✨ And just in time for a little Halloween magic!
Happy Halloweening, everyone! 🧡 As we dive into all the fun, I’ve got a little reminder for you (and for me too!): let’s keep that playful spirit and creative drive alive beyond Halloween! It’s easy to let loose and get creative this time of year - costumes, decorations, wild colors… everything just begs for a bit of fun. But honestly, why limit that mindset to October 31st?
This video is all about leaning into that creative freedom - trying new color combinations, failing, ignoring “rules,” and just letting the imagination play. Because when we give ourselves permission to create without limits, it brings out the best in us. 🖌️ So as you watch, I hope it inspires you to keep that Halloween spark alive. Let’s adopt that playfulness, curiosity, and freedom in our everyday lives, all year round. 💖
Pop over to watch, and let’s keep coloring our world a little more magical together! ⤵️
Link 🎧: https://youtu.be/nIKha0ormvE
✨ Happy Halloween, everyone! 🎃🖤
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Hey, butterfly! It’s Irini. 💕
I wanted to give a little update: I’ve been taking a break to recharge and refocus, as I wasn’t in the best place mentally. 💛
But I’m excited to share that daily posts will resume tomorrow! 🎉 I have already recorded 2 longer coloring videos that I can’t wait for you all to see. 💕
While I was away, coloring has been my go-to art therapy, helping me find calm and lift my spirits. I’ve colored a bunch of pages during this time, so I thought it’d be fun to share a few of them here! 🖍️🌸 Can you guess which book these drawings are from? 😊
Thank you for sticking around and being so wonderful! I’m truly grateful for this community. 💖
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Hey, butterfly! I’m Irini, and it’s a joy to connect with you. 💖 I have found that simple creative activities can be relaxing, therapeutic and satisfying, even with the simplest of designs, so I’m here to share their vibes with you.
Join me whenever you need a moment to unwind... or a spark of creative inspiration.💫
Love,
Irini
Joined 22 August 2024