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Thinking INSIDE the box–A duck habitat diorama.
When I was in first grade, we happily learned our alphabet via The Letter People, and accomplished other amazing tasks like jumping rope across the playground at recess. (uphill both ways!) Fast...
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Sizzix Triple Play Blog Hop Week 1: Gingerbread House
Welcome to the Sizzix Triple Play Blog Hop! Halloween is over, so Christmas is just ahead! Ok, not really. In fact, I have a personal rule about not decorating for Christmas until after Thanksgiving....
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Acrylic Paint Storage Using Spice Racks
Craft supply storage and organization is always a struggle for me in my craft room. I’ve been struggling with good storage for all my acrylic paints for several months. I don’t have a huge room to...
View ArticleExperimenting with Acrylic Paint
Week 1 of The Great Art Supply Experiment is in the books. Whew! Here’s what I made in this week’s experiment– the good, the bad, and the ugly. If you’re just tuning in, you can find all the “what“s...
View ArticleAcrylic Painted Backgrounds
Welcome to Sketchbook Share Saturday! I’m sharing a peek into my art experiment notebook, and I hope you will share yours as well. This week, I’m still experimenting with acrylic paint and layering...
View ArticleSketchbook Share Saturday
Welcome to Sketchbook Share Saturday! I’m sharing a peek into my art experiment notebook, and I hope you will share yours as well. If you’re just tuning in, you can find all the “what“s and “why“s at...
View ArticleWhen Good Craft Supplies Go Bad
You’ve been waiting all day for that precious block of time that’s just for you. It’s finally here, and with a sigh of relief you get out your new grown-up coloring book and your fancy markers and...
View ArticleMake a Display Stand for Printables
I have teens and tweens, and I’m always trying to find ways to give them tidbits of advice without lecturing or inducing eye rolls. One of my current favorite methods is adding inspirational...
View ArticleDIY Coastal Art Canvases
I’m a beach girl at heart. But until retirement or I win the lottery, my art studio overlooking the ocean remains a dream. In the meantime, I spend my days being creative in Ohio, and indulging my...
View ArticleAcrylic Paint Storage Using Spice Racks
Craft supply storage and organization is always a struggle for me in my craft room. I’ve been struggling with good storage for all my acrylic paints for several months. I don’t have a huge room to...
View ArticleAir Plant Holder: Pineapple Craft with Clay Pots
Pineapples are a fun tropical accent and a universal sign of welcome in the home. What better way to welcome someone to your home than a quirky clay pot pineapple air plant holder. Even better when...
View ArticleEasy Rock Painting Ideas for All Ages
So you have a whole pile of rock painting supplies ready to use, but what to start painting? There are so many options! I’ve brought together a list of easy rock painting ideas to give you a place to...
View ArticleDIY Customized Zipper Pouch with Glitter Vinyl
Girl, you’re fearless! (And you sparkle!) You can never be too much of either. Make a DIY customized zipper pouch to remind you how awesome you are and to stash all your most important stuff....
View ArticleBest Paint Pens for Rocks
Using paint pens for rocks instead of traditional acrylic paints and brushes gives you more control of the design details, and makes rock painting more convenient. They’re also easily portable (no...
View ArticleHow to Make a Spiral Mandala: Soothing Shell
With such beautiful symmetry, seashells make lovely inspiration for mandala designs. Learn how to make a spiral mandala with the shape and shimmer of a shell. The spiral is a classic mandala shape, but...
View ArticleHow to Paint a Bee-Inspired Mandala
Paint a bee-inspired mandala rock in bright sunny shades of yellow for an adorable mood-booster. This design is a great opportunity to practice a variety of mandala shapes, like dots, petals, and...
View ArticleDraw a Rock Mandala With Paint Markers: Affirming Aqua
When you draw a rock mandala using paint markers instead of dotting tools or brushes, it can be easier to create some of the traditional mandala patterns, especially for beginners. This streamlined...
View ArticlePaint a Metallic Ombre Dot Mandala: Gentle Glimmer
Step into the world of dotting and design by making this ombre’ dot mandala painted rock. If you’ve ever felt the urge to paint, dot, and unwind, this is your chance to turn plain stones into vibrant...
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