Exciting News!
I have been sitting on this for awhile until I had the images to share with you, but back in February or so I was approached by Patti Mann about liscensing some of my artwork to her for becoming part … Continued
Hellos and Farewells!
Last week I told you about my messenger bags, today I am going to feature a couple of my painted globes. The one above has the ocean painted in a black matte finish, with mixed media collage continents. The second … Continued
The Return of the Messenger Bag
Some years ago, I entered the arts and crafts business with messenger bags. I also made journals and all kinds of other repurposed items, but the messenger bag was the central product of my business. Gradually I started doing more … Continued
Handmade Journals
I thought I would take just a bit and introduce you to my handmade journals. I sell them in stores, at Artisan Markets, and in my etsy shop. They make the perfect gift for graduation, wedding, Christmas, birthdays, or whatever … Continued
Venetian Plaster and Religious Icon Art
I have been noticing other artists playing around with a product called Venetian Plaster, and ever the art supply junkie, I decided to give it a try myself. As I was scraping it onto cradled wood panels, the texture made … Continued
Give Thanks… and other fun stuff!
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I am thankful for soooo many things, not the least of which is all of you! I wish you a wonderful, gratitude filled Thanksgiving holiday whether you spend it among many, few, or by yourself. Here is a list version … Continued
New Artsy Stuff for the Holidays!
I am ramping up for the holiday season with some fun new projects…. painted artificial pumpkins… These would be so pretty on a holiday table! Painted globes… (some floral ones are still in the works!) So handy that the Pacific … Continued
New Turquoise Pen Collection
This last week I got my sampler set of turquoise pens from Jet Pens in the mail. The price came to under $2 per pen, which isn’t bad. They have sampler sets in other yummy colors too, … Continued
New Stencils!
I love using stencils! And that means I make myself new stencils to use in my art all the time! And that means that I make the best of them available to you! I have introduced three new stencil designs … Continued
Mastering the Mediums
Have you ever been shopping for mediums and felt overwhelmed by the choices? Which ones do you really need? Which do you use when? When I started mixed media art making, I found all the possibilities baffling! So I have … Continued