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Making is so much more than just something to do.

Hover over the boxes below
to see some science-backed  benefits of making. 

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Child painting large mural

Creating art strengthens

the brain.

“Visual art production led to increased functional connectivity in brain regions that support self-awareness, memory, and resilience.”


— Bolwerk, A. et al., How Art Changes Your Brain (2014), PLOS ONE

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Making supports

confidence and agency.

“Craft-based interventions improved self-efficacy, self-esteem, and interest in life.”


— Bukhave, EB, et al., The effects of crafts-based interventions on mental health and well-being: A systematic review (2025), Aust Occupational Therapy Journal

Kids making art

Making reduces stress in measurable ways.

“Art making resulted in statistically significant lowering of cortisol levels.”


— Kaimal, G., Ray, K., & Muniz, J., Reduction of Cortisol Levels and Participants' Responses Following Art Making (2016), Art Therapy

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Making boosts meaning

and self-expression.

“Engaging in the creative arts can promote self-understanding, help people reframe experiences, and support meaning-making in the face of challenges."

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— Stuckey, H., Nobel, J., The Connection Between Art, Healing, and Public Health: A Review of Current Literature (2010), American Journal of Public Health

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Creative activity increases life satisfaction.

“Arts and crafts were associated with higher happiness, greater life satisfaction, and a stronger sense that life is worthwhile.”


— Keyes, H. et al., Creating arts and crafting positively predicts subjective wellbeing (2024), Frontiers in Public Health

Kids painting a mural collaboratively

Making supports

emotional wellbeing.

“All [19] studies reported short-term improvements in outcomes such as anxiety, stress, depression, mood, well-being, self-esteem, and life satisfaction.”


— Bukhave, EB, et al., The effects of crafts-based interventions on mental health and well-being: A systematic review (2025), Aust Occupational Therapy Journal

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