Valentine’s Day is no longer that holiday reserved for those in relationships, determined to one-up other couples with material things and displays of love and affection on social media. Gone are the days of the cliché “I love you” teddy bears with a single red rose and box of chocolate samplers because you have no… Continue reading Memories Last Longer than Chocolate and Roses
Flavors of Fall
As the temperatures drop, we’re always looking for new ways to warm up. If you’re not out with us, treat yourself to a night in with a cup of spiced wine and bowl of butternut squash soup. These recipes are great as-is, but also leave lots of room for you to add things in and… Continue reading Flavors of Fall
What is a Zen Garden Anyway?
We know that pretty things, like art, make us smile, relieve stress, and decrease pain. So why not surround ourselves with it in the places where we most often experience stress? Further, what if that art was interactive? introducing: the zen garden. A little context, please? Originating in China before being popularized by Japanese culture,… Continue reading What is a Zen Garden Anyway?
Top Five Tips for Hosting an Amazing Corporate Holiday Party
It’s coming up fast and the pressure’s on—the Company Holiday Party. There’s a lot to do, unless you leave it up to us. So let us put on the party and take the pressure off so you just have to handle the basics. And to help you cover even that, we’ve got a quick list… Continue reading Top Five Tips for Hosting an Amazing Corporate Holiday Party
Turning a Disability into an Ability
At Yaymaker, we believe that art and creativity should be accessible to all people regardless of ability level. For those living with conditions that make it difficult to partake in certain types of activities, words like “limitation” and “disability” can feel more like a challenge than something that holds them back. Today, we’d like to… Continue reading Turning a Disability into an Ability
Top 5 Ideas for a Memorable Company Holiday Party
According to a recent survey by e-vite, 75% of employees eagerly look forward to their Corporate holiday party. This year, throw a party your coworkers will rave about for months to come. You’ll be the party planner who gave them everything they wanted: a fun activity, a social atmosphere, and a memory to take home… Continue reading Top 5 Ideas for a Memorable Company Holiday Party
Dance Like No One Is Watching
It’s no surprise that humans love to dance. We dance when we’re happy, when we’re celebrating, and when we hear our favorite song. We dance for exercise and to express ourselves and our cultures. But most of all, we dance because it makes us feel good – even if we’re terrible at it! Dance is… Continue reading Dance Like No One Is Watching
Nourishing Your Plants = Nourishing Yourself
We already know that creating and being around art reduces stress and even eases physical pain. But few of us have the luxury of dedicated time to create art every day. While adult coloring books make creating art and disconnecting from technology an easy and inexpensive investment to help maintain our wellbeing, many of us… Continue reading Nourishing Your Plants = Nourishing Yourself
A Mermaid at Heart
Do you feel the call of the ocean beckoning you as if it were your home? Do you feel more at home in the water than you do on land? Maybe you’re a mermaid living in a human body. And for those of us who feel this way, this blog post might just give you… Continue reading A Mermaid at Heart
Tropical as a Tiki Bar
Wouldn’t it be nice if you felt like you were in the tropics but without taking the vacation time to actually go there? A quick island getaway vibe is readily available at a tiki bar. Featuring bamboo accents, carved wooden masks, and handmade Polynesian crafts, tiki bars are meant to feel like you’re in a… Continue reading Tropical as a Tiki Bar
