Gift Guide – Leather Cuffs
I just got through making a new batch of leather cuffs this week. These are fun to make because each one is a unique work of art. I use a lot of re-purposed materials in these which makes each one … Continued
Painted Shoes
A friend was recently “prescribed” a certain type of shoe, but she didn’t like the look of them and asked me to give them a paint job to jazz them up a bit. I used my Angelus leather paints to … Continued
Leather Painting Workshop
Another of the workshops that I did in Illinois was a leather painting workshop. Everyone did three projects, a leather key fob, a pouch, and a cuff. For the key fob and the cuff, we painted first, then … Continued
Weekend Workshops
I was privileged to be able to fill my weekend with workshops! Saturday was two sessions of artist trading card making at Tessera Fine Art Gallery in Wichita. We used a deck of playing cards and got at least a … Continued
Painted Leather
I have been painting lots of leather lately… purses, shoes, and cuffs. I use Angelus Leather Paint, and on the shoes I add a sealer for added durability. I study the purses awhile to decide what kind of pattern they … Continued
Painted Leather Billfold
Once in awhile I just have an urge to paint some leather! If I don’t have time for a big project, like shoes, or a purse, a little cuff or billfold will do! Recently I dug this red leather billfold … Continued
Painted Purse Tutorial
I love the practical expression of art in painted handbags. A well made, leather bag with lots of organization is hard to beat on the practical front, but lacking in interest and personality in the area of self expression. A … Continued