Fall is here. Winter is coming. Which makes this the perfect season to stock up on arts and craft supplies and especially, wonderfully clever books filled with inspiration. Every age enjoys crafting now and again—drawing, painting, scrapbooking, coloring, origami—you name it. And there is literally a book for every creative interest.

To help get the creative juices flowing, here are six picks for bringing out your inner child or budding artist. 

Crisp cardstock, soon-to-be-recycled paper, and everything in between make the perfect medium for two-dimensional works of art. Cut Paper Pictures by Clover Robin

With a goal of encouraging focus on nature and creative inspiration, the series of books under the heading Conscious Creativity by Philippa Stanton offers ideas for turning natural elements at hand into beautifully textured art.

There’s something earthy, magical, and mindful when putting brush to textured paper. Watercolor art is also an ideal beginning step for exploring painting. To inspire even the most novice, start with Watercolor Is for Everyone: Simple Lessons to Make Your Creative Practice a Daily Habit by Kateri Ewing.

Not only should you get in your physical activity each day, but your creative pursuits too. Here to help is your daily dose of Creative Strength Training: Prompts, Exercises and Personal Stories for Encouraging Artistic Genius by Jane Dunnewold.

Each person is blessed with creativity. Discovering yours not only fuels the imagination but unlocks your spiritual connection. The Creative Soul Within: Rediscover Your Imagination, Let Go of Stress, and Develop the Creative Gifts God Has Given You by Zondervan.

Need a pick-me-up? Try something creative to get you unstuck and out of a funk. For inspiration and instruction, open Wonder Seeker: 52 Ways to Wake Up Your Creativity and Find Your Joy by Andrea Scher.

I hope this article provided you with a few applicable ideas. I would be honored if you shared this on social media. And speaking of sharing, please share your own ideas and experiences below. Together, we can build an uplifting community that focuses on supporting each other’s happiness, wellbeing, creativity, and success.

Images Courtesy of Penguin Random House, Quarto Publishing, and Zondevan.