Art projects can be extremely healing for the inner mind. That's why we've decided to share our wisdom with you through ten easy art projects that you can use to find your inner peace. Each of these ideas is great for soothing anxiety, stress, and depression.

Read on to see the top ten art projects.

1. DIY Coloring Book
If you're someone who loves to draw, you'll love this project idea. All you'll need is:

• A three-ring binder
• A hole punch
• Paper of your choice
• A pencil
• A dark pen to outline

To create your own coloring book, simply draw as many outline pictures as you want of whatever you want. Once you're done, punch holes in them and them in your binder. Add a cover to the binder to describe what your coloring book is. You can go back in and color each image with colored pencils when you're finished. Or gift the coloring book to someone you love.

2. DIY Stress Ball
DIY stress balls are easy to make and fun too. You can choose whatever you want to go inside them, and you can even create art on the outside. You'll just need balloons, filling, and a pen.

Add the filling (flour, beans, rice, or Orbeez) to the balloon. Add another balloon on top to create a thick outer layer. Fill to your desired level, and then tie the balloon. Once it's ready, draw whatever you want on the outside. Now you have a stress ball!

3. Mandala
Mandalas are cool patterned art pieces that you can color in with colored pencils or pens. You can find tons online to download. Coloring or creating mandalas has been shown to help anxiety in those who have it.

4. Creative Clay
Clay is a valuable art tool that you can use to make just about anything. You can purchase regular brown clay or clay in any color that you'd like. After shaping your clay into whatever you want, simply bake it in the oven at the recommended temperature to harden it. Make sure you read the instructions on the clay package.

5. Culinary Art
For those who love to work in the kitchen, culinary art is something you could try out. Many bakers partake in this by creating extensive cake or cookie icing designs. You can check out a book about cake decorating and recreate the designs at home.

6. DIY Pet Clothes
If you have a furry friend in your life and a sewing machine, you should try out making clothes for your pet. They're smaller than clothes for humans, and you can do just about anything with them. Try a cute little pink dress with lace for your chihuahua or a camo-print shirt for a German shepherd.

7. Painting
Painting is a classic form of art that is calming for just about anyone. You can even find cheap acrylic paints from big brand stores. You can use paper or a canvas to make your ideas come to life. Watching painting tutorials or Bob Ross videos can also help you perfect your painting techniques.

8. Poetry Art
If you're somewhat of a writer, you might want to combine your poetry with your art. If you have a particular poem that you love, see if you can create a painting or an image that matches the tone and story of your poem.

9. Affirmations
Creating affirmation art to hang up around your house is always an excellent idea. First, choose an affirmation. Here are some great ideas:

• Happiness grows here
• I am loved
• I am happy
• Everything will be okay
• We're stronger as a team

Once you have found some affirmations or optimistic quotes that you like, add them to an artsy background that you've painted or drawn onto a piece of paper. You can write the affirmation in black block letters so that it's easier to read.

Frame the affirmation and add it somewhere where you can see it daily.

10. House Projects
Some people like to express their artistic side through creative at-home projects. There are tons of DIY project ideas online. You can revamp old furniture, paint your walls a new color, and even create new furniture for your home out of discarded or cheap products. It's all up to your imagination!

Conclusion
We hope you like these ten art project ideas. There are so many directions you can take each one, so be creative with it! If you're looking for some more wisdom tips, check out BetterHelp's advice section.



Marie Miguel Biography

Marie Miguel has been a writing and research expert for nearly a decade, covering a variety of health- related topics. Currently, she is contributing to the expansion and growth of a free online mental health resource with BetterHelp.com. With an interest and dedication to addressing stigmas associated with mental health, she continues to specifically target subjects related to anxiety and depression.