Creative Freedom and Joy Blog
    

Relax with inspiring stories.
Boost your joy with short, playful ways to create.

Welcome to real life inspirational stories and all things creative.
Including short, fun ways to make happy clothing and jewelry.
Style tips, mixed media, collage, digital art and more


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 Hello, I am Monika Astara.
For the last 36 years I've  inspired women to love themselves the way they are right now.
The transformations have been amazing!
My happy wearable art brand Monika Astara was a  big part of it.

Now I am equally passionate about inspiring you to create freely and with lots of joy, so that - regardless of outer circumstances - you can live your life from a place of inner joy and calm.

Monika | Feb 07, 2023

You are your own constant companion - pour some love onto yourself. And if you are up for it - create a fabulous vest that makes you feel ...

Monika | Dec 25, 2023

Turn a shawl into a cool looking top or cover-up. Just 1 seam that is about 15" long. It's fun with instant gratification. Ideal for ...

Monika | Dec 25, 2023

Super easy, fun to do Vest. Without any seams! Looks fabulous and can be worn several different ways.

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