A Walk Through the Woods
Let’s take a walk in the woods today This photograph by Andrew Neel on Unsplash was my inspiration I started with a light blue wash for the sky Next came the path I used a fan brush to add a layer of texture to the ground It was easy to create rake like stroke Next … Continue reading
Pumpkin Personalities!
My husband used to tease me about painting anything that wasn’t moving… Like pumpkins! Since ‘Tis the season right now, let’s paint some pumpkins! 🎃 First, prep your pumpkins You can paint pumpkins to match your decor, like these Patterned Pumpkins I painted for the beach house Or these MacKenzie-Childs knock off Fanciful Pumpkins Paint … Continue reading
Get Crafty for Fall!
Have you started to decorate for Fall? Now’s the time, the calendar is about to turn to September! Here are some things to add to your decor if you’re feeling crafty! Make a Pumpkin out of Household Items This one is made with fabric, ribbons, cinnamon sticks and a roll of toilet paper! Make a … Continue reading
Turn a lantern into a Centerpiece
There is no rule that a flower arrangement must be the main focus of your tablescape… Try mixing things up with something unexpected! Have some Hot Pink Fun in the Summertime! This is one of my favorite lanterns It’s very simple and lends itself to just about anything Here it is full of different textured … Continue reading
Flower Bouquet with Simple Shapes
I often say that drawing is simply a matter of combining shapes This simple bouquet really demonstrates the method I used this photo for my model {Pinterest, but no source} I liked it because it was easy to see the shapes of the flowers and leaves I began with a very light pencil sketch Then … Continue reading
Abstract Painting
When stress comes knocking at my door, I love to head to my studio and paint something abstract Abstract strokes are loose and free~ Just click on the painting titles for the full tutorials CC painted this with watercolor when she was 3… She was Fearless! Acrylic is my favorite medium, it allows me to … Continue reading
Ways with Watermelon
Watermelon is so delicious in the summertime, refreshing and cool… Eating watermelon is a great way to stay hydrated It is 91% water, low in fat, and a good source of Vitamin A & C It can also improve heart health, blood pressure and muscle soreness I love to eat watermelon simply cut up into … Continue reading
Goodbye Society 6
This is from a recent email from Society 6: We hope this message finds you well. As Society6 continues to evolve, we are making strategic changes to our marketplace structure to better align with current market dynamics and customer preferences. While our community has grown to include over 400,000 artists and an incredibly diverse catalog, … Continue reading
Rosy Check Gift Tin
Welcome to the February edition of the monthly Creative Craft Hop Thank you Donna from Modern on Monticello for hosting this month! Welcome friends, readers, and visitors from from Rachel @ Tea and Forget Me Nots with her cute Painted Valentine’s Candles! I received a box of Pecan Straws for Christmas They came in a … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Watercolor Pansy
I love pansies but we don’t plant them any more because the pesky squirrels always dig them up They are so pretty, so let’s paint one today I used this photo from Pixabay as a model I like to begin with a simple pencil sketch to establish the shapes of the subject Once I get … Continue reading
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