Welcome to the Holly Jolly Design Challenge – Day 1! 

 

Here's what to expect this week: 

 

1. You will receive an email each morning with the prompt for the day. This year, in the spirit of keeping things simple, I am doing five days of prompts. Short and sweet! I really hope that you are able to participate in each day, but of course, do what works best for you and your schedule. 

 

2. Set a timer and spend anywhere from 10–30 minutes on the design prompt. This can be as formal or as casual as you'd like. Sketch in a notebook at breakfast, pull out your paints, or open up Illustrator. 

 

3. Keep what you create to yourself or share it on social. Tag me at @oliviaherrickdesign and add the hashtag #hollyjollydesignchallenge to your posts so we can keep tabs on each other! I love sharing what everyone is creating to my stories, so check in for highlights each day!

Remember, this is supposed to be fun, so don't get too wrapped up in being a rule follower. If you don't like a prompt, or want to do a parallel idea – go for it! The point is really just that you are deliberately creating.

 

 

Think scarves, mittens, sweaters, snow pants, festive holiday wear – whatever speaks to you! Illustrate a single item, make a pattern, or try something totally different. 

 

I can't wait to see what you create!