Relaxing Wavy Line Drawing for Moms

Discover a relaxing wavy line drawing exercise tailored for moms. A perfect, quick art activity for stress relief and mindfulness.

Moms, we know your world is full of endless to-dos and little time for yourself. Amidst this hectic life, finding a way to pause and relax can seem almost impossible. That’s where this relaxing wavy line drawing exercise comes in. Designed with your unique needs in mind, it’s a quick, accessible way to infuse a dose of tranquility and creativity into your busy day.

This isn’t just about making art; it’s about carving out a moment of peace and mindfulness that’s just for you.

This exercise has many mental health benefits:

• Stress Relief: Focusing on drawing and coloring reduces cortisol levels, providing immediate stress relief.
• Mindfulness Practice: This exercise encourages present-moment awareness, a core aspect of mindfulness that can improve overall mental well-being.
• Creative Expression: Engaging in creative tasks like this allows for self-expression, which can boost mood and self-esteem.

Have fun with this exercise! Please let me know if you’ve tried this one; I would love to see it.

You can find a small video of this exercise on my Instagram @thecreativecooldown

Supplies used:

Bristol paper (BeCreativeShop), alcohol marker (Ohuhu), fine liner 0.3, 1.0 (Ohuhu).

Alternative supply suggestions:

You can use any material for this exercise, such as colored pencils, crayons, or a pencil. 

Instructions for this relaxing drawing:

Step 1 – Draw your wavy lines

Before you start, slowly breathe in and out a few times to clear your head. Then, bring yourself to the present, away from all the day-to-day stress.

Begin by placing a small dot or circle at the center of your page. This will be your guide.

Gently draw wavy lines from the center dot to the edges of the paper. Let these lines flow naturally, creating various sections on your page.

Step 2 – Add color

Fill each section between the wavy lines with different colors. Choose hues that speak to you or reflect your mood.

Just enjoy coloring; it can be so calming and meditative.

Step 3 – Fill your sections with patterns

Now, in each colored section, draw a pattern. If you’re unsure where to start, limit your patterns to simple elements like lines or circles.

I did that as well. I challenged myself just to draw line patterns and circular patterns.

Here are some pattern ideas: straight lines, zigzags, polka dots, small circles, leaf-like shapes, or waves. The key is to let your hand move freely and see what unfolds.