Author: Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Hello! I'm Shell Vera, the founder of The Essential Creative. This community is the passion project that compliments my full-time business as a voice discovery coach and writer for aspiring authors, speakers, musicians, business owners, coaches, and ministers. Helping people understand how to excel creatively so they can live a faith-filled, fulfilled, and authentic life gets me out of bed in the morning. Here on the blog, I share posts that will help you learn how to rise to new heights in family, faith, community, and business. As an essential oil enthusiast, I add a touch of essential oil education and DIY activities so you enjoy a toxin-free environment while growing creatively. Since we are a community, if you would like to guest post, please reach out! All creatives are welcome. I hope you enjoy the blog and find it helpful for your own growth as a creative. If you need help in a service I offer, connect with me via my website (www.ShellVera.com) and I will get back to you. ~Shell

Sensory Bin Bundle & Lavender Lemonade Bundle | Creative Gift Ideas

November 28, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Another set of gift ideas for those on your list this year. Using GeneYus and Lavender Vitality essential oils. These two are perfect for little ones and hostesses.

A Step Ahead: Raising Financially Literate Children

November 24, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Laura from Edutude.net has stopped by with another insightful post on raising financially literate children. What a time of year to start driving home lessons on good money management within our children!

Peppermint Brownie Bundle & Stress Relief Bundle | Creative Gift Ideas

November 19, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Another set of creative gift ideas using Young Living essential oils. These are two of my favorites so far. I will probably say that about each one as I create the gifts and hand them out! While the ideas were given to me, I’ve been putting my own spin on them as I create them for family and friends.

I really loved giving a board game with the peppermint brownie bundle. It makes for a sweet gift for those game lovers in your life!

Charcoal Mask & Bamboo Facial Set | Creative Holiday Gifts

November 10, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

This facial mask and bowl set are a wonderful gift for someone special in your life.

Sweet Mug Set | Creative Holiday Gifts

November 5, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Looking for an inexpensive holiday gift for your kids to give their teachers? A sweet gift for a friend just because? This super cute mug gift set could be just what you’re looking to make for them – and it’s under $25 each when you make 3 of them! That will qualify for most Yankee Swaps and Holiday Gift Exchange parties!

November 2021 Gifts with Purchase | How To Use Myrrh | Things To Do This Month

November 3, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Here’s this month’s Young Living specials, some information about Myrrh, and some things to do this month. I’ve even made you some special bundles to start your essential oils journey if you need help determining what to buy. Dive in and join the gratitude challenge or try a new diffuser blend today!

Cajun Turkey Roll Ups with Hearty Salad

October 21, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

This is going to be another top 10 for me. It was soooooo good. It’s high in fat but I hadn’t eaten breakfast so it worked perfectly. This would be great for intermittent fasting since you are trying to pack more into fewer meals.

Affirmations Coloring Pages

October 18, 2021 Shell Vera (The Essential Creative)

Free affirmations coloring book (not gated) for you or your family and friends. It’s been sitting on my computer and I am finally sharing it with you thanks to my Procrastination to Progress Challenge (ShellVera.com) helping me get things done this last quarter of 2021!