✨ The Brilliance Report - Issue No. 5
Hi Reader!
What if this week didn’t have to feel heavy or serious? What if it could feel like opening a window, letting fresh air in, and remembering that creating can actually be fun? 🌞
That’s the energy I’m holding onto right now — lighthearted, hopeful, and ready for what’s next.
🏡 My Week-in-Review:
This week brought a mix of small joys and creative momentum. From celebrating the launch of my journals in the Faith-Based Bundle last week (still so grateful!) to sketching out new product ideas, I’ve been reminded that progress feels best when it’s paired with joy and that sharing your work with the world — even when it feels small — is worth it.
Even on busy days, those little bursts of creativity add up — and they’re worth celebrating.
💡 This week’s thought:
Fun is fuel. Adding play to your day sparks energy, even when you’re working on “serious” things. Try:
🌼 1). Doodling in the margins of your notes.
🌼 2). Making a playlist for your work session.
🌼 3). Adding a pop of color to your designs.
🌼 4). Rewarding yourself with a dance break after finishing a task.
🌼 5). Turning your to-do list into a “ta-da” list once it’s done.
🎨 In the Studio:
🌼 I’ve been sketching out fresh ideas for journals and creative products that will make their way into the shop soon.
🌼 Playing with new PLR concepts designed to help makers + Etsy sellers save time while adding their own spark.
🌼 Spending some time experimenting — sometimes the best ideas come when you let yourself tinker and play.
✨ My Spotlight Products: This week’s picks -
☕ For everyone: My Ceramic Bird Mug featuring my original artwork + the reminder that “Your Heartsong Matters.” 🕊️
It’s a little daily encouragement wrapped in a beautiful, functional piece of art. Perfect for your morning coffee or evening tea.
👉 Check it out here.
🦋 For my faith-based friends: My Butterfly Religious Bookmarks — printable, colorful, and designed to bring encouragement to your Bible study, journaling, and reading time.
👉 Check it out here.
🌸 Mini Reflection:
“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein
🎨 Creative Nudge:
This week, swap “work” for “play” at least once. Approach your project like a kid with crayons — curious, open, and excited.
🌸 Wrap Up:
Your creativity doesn’t have to be all hustle. It can be fun, colorful, and life-giving. This week, give yourself permission to play. The best ideas usually show up when we’re enjoying the process.
Until next time,
Melinda
Art Brilliance Studio
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Recommendations for my personal use, PLR and faith based friends:
1) The Aimee K. Agency has a Butterfly Chic Daily Planner FREEBIE. Get it here.
2) The Aimee K. Agency also has a 30-Day Self Help Journal- PLR
The '30-Day Self Help Journal' has 67 editable Canva templates, available in US Letter and A4 sizes, and PLR rights included. This journal offers a customizable toolkit for personal growth. Dive into themes of happiness, inspiration, and self-reflection with 30 prompts and reflection pages, complemented by soothing colors. Elevate your self-care journey today! Get it here.
3) Shannon from Digitally Yours Today has Back to School Clip Art - MRR. Get it here.
4) Shannon from Digitally Yours Today also has a NEW Self-Care for Fall - PLR Journal. For PLR or personal use. Get it here.
Busy schedules, endless to-do lists, and the changing season can leave you feeling drained. Her Self-Care for Fall bundle gives you quick, practical ways to pause, recharge, and prioritize yourself—without adding more stress.
Perfect for busy women, this PLR-ready pack can be used to create products for your business or simply download for personal use. Inside, you’ll find journaling prompts, reflection pages, and tips designed to help you slow down, breathe, and enjoy the season.
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This course will regularly be $47, but you can get it for just $27 through August 22nd with coupon code EDITGOODCLIPART.
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Recommendations for my PLR/Small Business Friends:
1) Christina Peterson from Passive Income Journey has FREE 50 Email Topics For Any Niche
2) Christina Peterson from Passive Income Journey also has a low cost mini course: Sell in Your Signature
I have many of Christina’s courses and highly recommend them.
3) Faith Lee from Faith’s Biz Academy has The 30-Day Business Plan Summit: Q4 Dash is a free online event designed for digital product creators and online entrepreneurs who want to finish the year strong.
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4) Faith Lee from Faith’s Biz Academy also has another new product. Check out Faith’s Product Idea Spark GPT right now! It’s FREE!
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5) Crissy Herron from Indie Biz Chicks has a new product:
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6) Crissy Herron from Indie Biz Chicks also has a new Turn Your Digital Product Into A GPT Tool. It sounds really cool if you are a PLR seller.
A little about myself:
My name is Melinda. I am a mom to my beautiful, talented daughter, and I also have a feisty little white dog. I am an artist, and my faith is important to me. I love gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, yummy dark chocolate, pretty flowers, and colorful butterflies. I have always loved art! I am a Certified Creatively Fit Coach (CCFC) and have collaborated with my fellow CCFC friends to become a published coloring book illustrator! I have an Etsy shop with personal printables, PLR templates and print on demand products - many of which contain designs from my original artwork! I am a digital content provider. I believe we are the artists and creators of our lives!
My artistic endeavors have given me the wonderful opportunity to connect with creative people from all over the world, including YOU!
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