December Sparkle: Creative Moments, Coloring Fun & Holiday Crafts

Hello sweet friends!

Are you getting excited for December? I absolutely am — and I’ll admit, it’s getting tricky not to wish November away just a tiny bit. I’m eager to begin my Advent Calendar! This year I’m doing one filled with little self-care treats. I took a break for a few years, but it felt like the right time to bring it back and spoil myself just a touch.

There’s something so simple and joyful about opening a tiny window each morning. It sounds a little silly, but it truly delights me! A small treasure a day feels like a whole month of Christmas joy rather than one big burst on Christmas morning. This is my Christmas gift to myself — small moments of wonder instead of a big parcel on the 25th.

Do you have something lovely you’re looking forward to?

A Year-Round Advent Calendar… in Coloring Pages!

I hope the Pond Coloring Club feels like a little year-long advent calendar for you and your learners — with new pages to enjoy each week! That’s always my intention. A regular surprise, a spark of creativity, and hours of mindful coloring for your children.

I hope Monday’s Puppy and Dancing Leaves pages brought fresh excitement to the start of their week! 

A Creative Planner Full of Calm & Sparkle

My Creative Planner gives me this same feeling — a blend of calm, inspiration, and gentle joy. Over the weekend, I filled a few pages with swirls, stars, rainbows, and hearts. Nothing elaborate, just simple marks inspired by a breathtaking, glistening morning sky I witnessed. Everything sparkled, and I wanted to capture it with ink and paper.

If you’d like to bring a bit of creativity into your planning too, I’d love for you to explore the Creative Planner. It’s a sweet hybrid of structure and imagination — perfect for sketching, writing, or simple weekend doodles.

👉 https://www.fromthepond.com/creative-planner

New Christmas Goodies!

I’ve also added a new Christmas Coloring Book printable to my TPT store — 10 delightfully whimsical pages, all hand-drawn with crayons! They’re incredibly inviting and perfect for holiday coloring stations.

👉 https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Cute-Christmas-Coloring-Book-10-Page-Holiday-Coloring-Set-Cover-1484546

And if you’re looking for a creative activity to explore Christmas around the world, you might love my Christmas Pudding Kids craft and writing pack. It’s a fun way to learn about traditions and customs — especially the charm of the classic plum pudding! 

I just added a quick-craft version and a two-page craft to give you more flexibility in the classroom.
👉 https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Christmas-Pudding-Craft-Holiday-Writing-and-Craft-Pack-377487

Wishing You the Best Week

Let’s have a wonderful week together.

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Thank you so much for being here. ❤️