Perfect for paper crafters of all levels and ages, the Paper Animals in Action Book by Rob Ives contains 12 unique models that actually move. All you need to add is a clothespin to bring the animal to life. The book is published by Dover Publications, ISBN: 978-0-486-83591. * Complimentary book … [Read more...] about Paper Animals in Action Book by Rob Ives
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Painting on Rocks and Seashells with Acrylic Paint Pens
I've been enjoying various arts and crafts since the age of 12. Over the decades I've created thousands of different arts & craft projects. The majority of them have been for my personal pleasure and other's have been given away as gifts. Every room in my home has at least one item in it that … [Read more...] about Painting on Rocks and Seashells with Acrylic Paint Pens
Cut & Assemble Santa’s Workshop Easy-to-Make Paper Model
Summer is quickly coming to an end and soon the fall and holiday season will be upon us. It's never too early to start thinking about all of your holiday season crafts which take time to make. Heck, just last month I knitted new hats & scarves for my kids. Every year they get a new set as winter … [Read more...] about Cut & Assemble Santa’s Workshop Easy-to-Make Paper Model
Cute and Fun New Book, Draw Every Little Thing by Flora Waycott
We all surround ourselves with little things that make us happy—a favorite cup for our morning coffee, seashells from our trip to the beach (sound familiar, Shelly?), Grandma’s candleholders on the mantelpiece, a vase of flowers from the garden. Now we can take our appreciation for special little … [Read more...] about Cute and Fun New Book, Draw Every Little Thing by Flora Waycott
The Draw Any Animal Book by Robert Lambry
Great art instruction never goes out of style – learn to draw over 100 animals in a classic vintage fashion with The Draw Any Animal Book, publishing this October from Quarry Books. * Complimentary book received for review. This post contains affiliate links. In the 1920s and 30s, French … [Read more...] about The Draw Any Animal Book by Robert Lambry
The Best Tips for Working with Polymer Clay
Polymer Clay is versatile clay that can be hardened by oven-baking at a low temperature or by air-drying. You can use the clay to make hair accessories, refrigerator magnets, to add decorations to flower pots, add as accents onto your scrapbook pages, turned into Christmas tree ornaments, and all … [Read more...] about The Best Tips for Working with Polymer Clay
Art Starts in the Heart, A Fun Book for Budding Artists
Sometimes getting started with an art project is the hardest part, at least for me. I find myself looking at a blank surface, wondering “Where do I even begin?” Luckily, there’s a brand-new book with the answer, Art Starts in the Heart: Creative Projects and Inspirational Ideas for Learning to Make … [Read more...] about Art Starts in the Heart, A Fun Book for Budding Artists
Creative Haven Christmas Inspirations Adult Coloring Book
These days most of us lead very busy lives. Our schedules are jam-packed with work and activities from the time we wake-up until the time we fall into bed. It seems like there is never enough time in our day to complete everything that we want to get done. All of that hustle and bustle in our daily … [Read more...] about Creative Haven Christmas Inspirations Adult Coloring Book