THE COSY BLOG

Esther-9
FAQ: Where do you get your inspiration?
This question is by far my number one. I get it weekly, sometimes daily! The problem is, I never have a ready-made answer. So, it's time to tell you more... Read more...
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Letting go
Autumn is just around the corner; if you look closely, you'll already notice it in nature! After the peaks of summer, autumn is the time to let go. For trees,... Read more...
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I'm better, aren't I?
I'm better, aren't I? My life has changed a lot. This crossed my mind while I was working on a new blog post. It only seems to have sunk in... Read more...
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A cozy summer story
Cozy summer story Imagine opening the door to a cozy cottage. Perfectly yours! You step inside and the scent of freshly baked cake fills the air. The patio doors are... Read more...
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About uncertainty
About uncertainty Struggling with insecurity—almost everyone knows it. But what's it like to make your work public as an illustrator, who paints primarily from a therapeutic perspective? What's it like... Read more...
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The mistake I keep making
The mistake I keep making I'm doing great! Finally, after all that renovation and fuss! But there's one mistake I keep making, and it sometimes lands me in trouble. more... Read more...
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Cosiness and my world burnout
Cosiness and my world burnout I'm experiencing a world of burnout. I can almost hear you thinking, "What?" I'll explain it all in this blog post. Don't worry, it's not... Read more...
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About resilience
It was such a tough year, I almost don't dare think about it anymore. But with the rest we're taking now, there's also the space to look back. Only now... Read more...
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The Story Behind the Illustrations - Part 2
I thought it would be fun to share the stories behind my illustrations again. I'm always quite reserved about that because I primarily want you to feel for yourself what... Read more...
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self-care first?
We secretly hear it all the time: you have to take care of yourself before you "take care" of others. It makes sense, but I fell for it again. more... Read more...
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The bear in the room
Nine and a half years ago, I got sick. After a few years of struggling and research, it became clear what was wrong and... that I had to learn to... Read more...
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It's too much, time to cocoon!
It's a lot, it's busy, it's too much. Renovating is one thing, but running a (rapidly) growing business on top of that is a lot all together. Especially considering that... Read more...