Going to work day after day can get a little dull. And unfortunately, company-issued cubicles and desks are often drab and colorless. Why not add a little color and flair of your own? Watercolor paints are an easy, beginner-friendly medium that can create beautiful, functional pieces of artwork. As an added bonus, research shows painting can reduce levels of cortisol, often called the stress hormone. So to help you beautify your workspace and de-stress after work with a little art therapy, we’ve rounded up three simple, creative watercolor projects. You can take on these DIYs with confidence with our step-by-step illustrations and instructions.

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