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Mixed Media Canvas for Creative Embellishments Nov. Challenge

I hope everyone had a chance to be creative this weekend!  I've been working on some challenges, which is usually something I struggle with, but I think I'm getting better at anticipating when things are happening and finding new opportunities. This…
stitched paper ATC's

Stitched Paper ATC's

I have some fun ATC's for you today!  I had several cards left from my sister's wedding, and I wanted use them in a project.  I grabbed several of them and got to work. I took 2 or 3 and cut them into strips and squares, and added…
scrapbook layout with stitching and tiny metal sentiment charms. My entry for Prima's Nov. BAP challenge.

Scrapbook Layout with Stitching for Prima BAP Challenge

Good morning!  I don't usually participate in challenges, usually because I'm so caught up in whatever I'm doing that I don't even think about doing anything until I find out the challenges are over.  This time, I caught the early train…
ice resin mixed media canvases

Experimenting with Ice Resin

Is there anything better than experimenting with new supplies?  I suppose, but I don't have time or money for a trip to Bora Bora right now, so I'll stick with my new bottles of Ice Resin. It's mostly used for jewelry, and I have been…
why it's important to keep an art journal

Why it's Important to Keep an Art Journal

 I love history.  Old journals, documents, newspapers... they all tell stories that otherwise would be lost and I'm fascinated by them. I suppose it shouldn't come as a surprise that I love keeping journals, especially art journals. Keeping…
altered planner close up

Altered Planner Cover- lots of texture!

I have a confession to make- I hate planning.  HATE it.  I don't really know why, but every time I try to get organized I lose interest, and just end up doing- I don't know- not what I need to do. Anyway, I recently found a new way of planning…