Easter this year falls on Sunday April 21st. I'm one of those people who prefer for it to fall in late March or in early April. I just prefer the holidays to be more evenly spread out, especially after a long winter season. * This post contains affiliate links. Anyway, I've got another … [Read more...] about Painted Yellow Chicks Seashells for Easter Decorating
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Artist Toolbox Surfaces & Supports, A New Reference for Serious Beginners
If you’re serious about beginning to learn to paint or draw, you might focus on one medium, like colored pencils or acrylic paint. However, the surface you use with your chosen medium has an equally large impact on your results; for example, imagine the difference between painting on stretched … [Read more...] about Artist Toolbox Surfaces & Supports, A New Reference for Serious Beginners
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Looking for an easy St. Patrick's Day craft project to do with the kids? Got a few seashells laying around the house or leftover from summer vacation? If so, we've got a fun and easy project for you today! We made these adorable St. Patrick's Day painted seashells with 9 - 11 year old's. If you … [Read more...] about Easy St. Patrick’s Day Painted Seashells
Artist Toolbox: Drawing Tools & Materials, A New Reference Book for Artists
When you’re beginning a new creative undertaking like drawing, choosing your supplies can be overwhelming. You want to be sure you’re spending your money on the right equipment for your skill level to help you achieve your desired results. Well, Walter Foster Publishing is here to help, with the … [Read more...] about Artist Toolbox: Drawing Tools & Materials, A New Reference Book for Artists
Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks
Children love to play various sports and will often try out several different type's of athletic sports until they settle on their favorite. Our granddaughter enjoys playing soccer and golf, while my grandson enjoys baseball and basketball. Today's kid's craft project is for children who enjoy … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Painted Sports Ball Themed River Rocks
Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Cute Book by Heegyum Kim
My 9 1/2 year old granddaughter has taken a big interest in drawing and painting. She enjoys sitting down and sketching out some of her favorite animals and then coloring them in with colored pencils. She's been fine-tuning her drawing skills thanks to the Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Cute book by … [Read more...] about Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Cute Book by Heegyum Kim
The Organic Painter by Author Carne Griffiths
Bored with the same old paints? The Organic Painter introduces innovative techniques for using non-traditional "paint" derived from materials like coffee, tea, and alcohol, to encourage freedom of expression. Traditional art supplies will only take you so far! * Complimentary book received for … [Read more...] about The Organic Painter by Author Carne Griffiths
Craft Project: Razor Clam Shells Painted Garden Plant Markers
Over the years I've collected thousands of different seashells while walking the beach. A lot of my craft projects utilize clam shells and conch shells. With that said, I had an entire box of Razor Clam Shells and needed to find a way to use them. Well, I have and I look forward to sharing my new … [Read more...] about Craft Project: Razor Clam Shells Painted Garden Plant Markers