Paint Sunflowers, Spread Sunshine: My Favorite Watercolor Tutorial!

Adina Bailey, Take Them A Meal

If you've ever ordered one of our meals, you've already experienced the gentle beauty of Mary's artwork. Mary, the artist behind Marydean Draws, is the creative heart behind the watercolor cards we include with each meal sent from our store (and soon we'll be adding a new card!). Her thoughtful designs bring a sense of care—perfectly complementing the love that comes with every shared meal. We're so grateful to partner with her and share her art with you.

Last fall, our team had the joy of attending a watercolor workshop led by Mary, and it was such a special night. With her kind and encouraging teaching style, she made watercolor feel both accessible and meaningful. We left feeling refreshed and more connected—something we know many of you would enjoy too. Mary offers free watercolor tutorials on her website. They're wonderful to do with a friend, bring to someone who is going through a hard time, or even just to unwind and create a quiet moment for yourself this summer.

One of our favorite tutorials is this sunflower field painting. It's cheerful and full of warmth. If you're taking a meal to a friend, consider painting your own label or card to go with it. A handmade touch like that can speak volumes. Create a few extras to drop in the mail—just because. We love seeing how food, art, and care blend together in such meaningful ways.

We hope you enjoy learning from Mary as much as we do!

Here's the tutorial from our art night!

In Case You Missed It

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3. Whether you’re dropping off dinner for a new baby, helping a friend through a hard season, or just trying to make your own week a little easier, these five freezer meals are tried-and-true favorites.

4. Looking for a refreshing salad full of summer fruits, a little bit of rich pure honey, cooling mint, and bright fresh lime juice? Then you have to try this Watermelon Salad. It’s a perfect side dish to include when taking a meal this summer, or make it for your next potluck!

Don’t have Instagram? Click here for the recipe!

5. If you’re looking for great gluten-free meal options, check the dishes we’re pinning on our Pinterest page! 

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Take Them A Meal is an easy (and free!) online tool for coordinating the delivery of meals to loved ones. If a friend is ill, elderly, or welcoming a child, you can rally their community to take them meals. We also offer delicious, fully-prepared meals that can be shipped directly to their door!

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Check out these thoughtful and practical gifts including engraved spoons, meal carriers and more!

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