Meet The Jelly Things!

Meet The Jelly Things!

I’m so excited to introduce my debut picture book, The Jelly Things Get Their Wings!, a quirky adventure story about growth, perseverance, and creating your own destiny.

The Message of the Story

The Jelly Things Get Their Wings! is a quirky adventure story about growth, perseverance, and creating your own destiny. Perfect for young readers, this uniquely illustrated picture book encourages children to embrace who they are and believe in their potential to become something extraordinary. Parents and teachers will love sharing this meaningful story with children as a way to spark imagination, build confidence, and foster a love for art and reading.

What Makes This Book Unique?

The illustrations are made using mixed-media collage, combining:

Real pressed flowers for natural, decorative accents.

Hand-done crochet pieces adding whimsical textures.

Hand-stitched embroidery symbolizing the characters dreams and growth.

Digital art bringing bold colors and lively compositions to life.

But it’s more than just a book!

I believe in learning and connection through play. Especially in these times of rising AI and addictive media, my goal as a childrens author is to play my own small part in connecting kids back to meaningful media and traditional arts, crafts, and play. That’s why I offer FREE book crafts and videos for families and classrooms to explore their creativity together. My work goes beyond just the book- it's intended to be an entire creative experience! From paper crafts to crochet tutorials, there’s something fun for everyone!

YouTube (craft-along videos & more!): https://www.youtube.com/@MaryCashKidLit

Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGT9GDPB

Follow along for book updates, craft tutorials, and sneak peaks. Let’s inspire creativity and imagination, one page (or craft) at a time!