These painted seashell and puzzle pieces paper weights make a great gift for Mom and Dad. Think Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, a Birthday or even as a holiday gift. Each one will take about 2 days to make to allow for drying time with the paint. It's a frugal kid's craft project if you … [Read more...] about Painted Seashell and Puzzle Pieces Paper Weight Craft Project
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10-Step Drawing Everyday Things by Justine Lecouffe
My daughter is 12 years old and has been interested in art, crafts, and drawing for the past 5 years. It's one of her favorite hobbies. She would rather sit down with art supplies and work on a new project than play a video game with her brother. I don't have a creative bone in my body, so she gets … [Read more...] about 10-Step Drawing Everyday Things by Justine Lecouffe
10-Step Drawing Manga Characters and Animals by Chie Kutsuwada
My daughter is 12 years old and has been interested in art, crafts, and drawing for the past 5 years. It's one of her favorite hobbies. She would rather sit down with art supplies and work on a new project than play a video game with her brother. I don't have a creative bone in my body, so she gets … [Read more...] about 10-Step Drawing Manga Characters and Animals by Chie Kutsuwada
Cat Lives Matter and Dog Lives Matter Painted Seashells Yard Art
We're animal lovers and have an almost 2 year old cat named Romeo. We're also the proud grandparents to our granddog who just turned 12 years old. Cats and Dogs are some of the best friends you can ever have in this world. They give you unconditional love and are faithful to their owners. Two … [Read more...] about Cat Lives Matter and Dog Lives Matter Painted Seashells Yard Art
Coastal Houseplant Garden Planter Basket
Last weekend I stopped by a local yard sale and purchased a square shaped wicker basket for .50 cents. It was in wonderful, like-new condition and brown in color. I knew as soon as I saw that basket that it would make a great houseplant garden planter. I just needed to change the color and give it … [Read more...] about Coastal Houseplant Garden Planter Basket
Anime Art Class – A Complete Course in Drawing Manga Cuties
In this follow-up to the popular Chibi Art Class, renowned anime artist Yoai teaches you this popular Japanese drawing style, step by adorable step. In Anime Art Class (Rock Point / August 24th, 2021), you'll learn how to create anime characters, from their signature bodies and facial features to … [Read more...] about Anime Art Class – A Complete Course in Drawing Manga Cuties
PreSchool Kid’s Craft Project – Watermelon Slice Paper Plate Refrigerator Art
Looking for a quick and easy pre-school craft project to do with the kids? This project will help to teach kids colors, hand-to-eye coordination, the letter W for watermelon, etc. It can be done cheaply and completed within 30 minutes. If you want to keep it mess-free use crayons, but if you want … [Read more...] about PreSchool Kid’s Craft Project – Watermelon Slice Paper Plate Refrigerator Art
Kid’s Crafts – Personalized Painted Wall Art for Mom
This kid's craft project would make the perfect gift for Mom on Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, a Birthday or Christmas. It can be customized for specific holidays and special occasions. The one that I'm featuring in my post was made by my 5 1/2 year old grandson. He did a great job! Kid's Crafts … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts – Personalized Painted Wall Art for Mom