Draw Like an Artist: 100 Flowers and Plants by Melissa Washburn (Quarry Books, June 2019) is the latest release in a new series designed for those of us who wish to develop our realistic drawing skills. Each book in the series has two taglines, “A Sourcebook for Aspiring Artists and Designers,” and … [Read more...] about 100 Flowers and Plants is a Great New Guide for Artists
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Star Wars YODA Painted Seashells
I started dating my husband in 1984 and he left me know from the get-go that he was a die-hard Star Wars fan. Over the years he has collected all kinds of different Star Wars items such as: Christmas ornaments, action figures, comic books, books, apparel, life-size R2D2 toy box, toys, games, … [Read more...] about Star Wars YODA Painted Seashells
Create Art Wherever You Are with Anywhere, Anytime Art: Illustration
It’s time to pack up your drawing or painting kit and take it with you to create artwork on the go, and Anywhere, Anytime Art: Illustration by Betsy Beier (Walter Foster, May 2019) will show you how! * Complimentary book received for review. This post contains affiliate links. This book is the … [Read more...] about Create Art Wherever You Are with Anywhere, Anytime Art: Illustration
Patriotic American Flag Painted Seashells
Do you enjoy celebrating and decorating for the patriotic holidays? Just want to put your love for the United States of America on display year-round? If you answered YES to either of those questions we've got a really easy patriotic seashell craft project to share with you today. * This post … [Read more...] about Patriotic American Flag Painted Seashells
Clay Play! Jewelry Book with Over 40 Awesome Projects
Transform simple balls and coils of modeling clay into an awesome alligator, laughing lizard, magic trinket box, and other sculptures, signs, and ornaments! These full-color illustrations and clear directions explain basic techniques as well as every step of the crafting process for 24 projects, … [Read more...] about Clay Play! Jewelry Book with Over 40 Awesome Projects
Hand Painted Tropical Fish Seashells Garden Art
I have a really large bird bath in the center of my one flower garden and I wanted to decorate it for the season. Since I decorate in a coastal and beach theme, I decided to make a school of tropical fish out of seashells. You can easily make this project using large clam shells and scallop shells, … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Tropical Fish Seashells Garden Art
Bookies Bookmarks to Crochet Book by Jonas Matthies
Crochet your own bookmarks—but not just any bookmarks! These fun and unusual animal characters are Bookies, and they'll not only help you keep your place while reading but will also attract admiring attention. And you can proudly say that you made them yourself! * Complimentary book received for … [Read more...] about Bookies Bookmarks to Crochet Book by Jonas Matthies
Large Floral Painted Seashells for Spring and Summer
Last month I was going through my large seashell collection and decided to make something to decorate for spring and summer. I pulled out a large 5 1/2" wide clam shell, 5 small slipper shells and a small round pebble. Other than paint and glue, that's all you will need to make this project. * … [Read more...] about Large Floral Painted Seashells for Spring and Summer