Today I want to show you a fun project made with shaving cream and paint. Have you ever heard of making marbled paper with shaving cream? This kind of paper marbling is so simple and fun for both adults and kids, and it only requires a few inexpensive supplies. I love the versatility of this…
Many of us have a drawer, basket, or carry-case filled with art or craft supplies we consider “too good” to use. The premium, beautiful paper. The better inks. The paints that were a splurge. There is an urge with all of these products to keep them for a perfect project – and the standard required…
If you’d like to add some creative fun to the Christmas season, crafts are a great way to do that. It’s also a way to spend some time together with family or friends. This is always a favorite time of year for crafting, so here are some easy Christmas crafts for you to enjoy. This…
Here’s a very, very simple project that makes a much appreciated gift. Even if you aren’t a “crafty” person, you can do this. Stamped tile coasters easy to make, and they are practical and pretty. One year I made these for just about everybody for Christmas, and they were a big hit. (Well, anyway, everyone…
My first experience with products from Galen Leather Co., a family company based in Istanbul, Turkey, was last summer, when they sent me a beautiful purple A6 leather notebook cover in exchange for my review. I was floored by the quality and attention to detail of that notebook cover, as well as the kindness and…
Today, I have a project for you that might make a nice gift (for you or someone else!) It’s an easy, altered composition notebook journal that’s fun and customizable. The bonus is, you will get two journals from just one composition notebook. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission if…
This post contains affiliate links, which means I’ll earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. I was delighted to have received another product from Sketchbar recently. They sent me their Mirror Paper pad, in exchange for my honest review. I was also delighted to receive, along with the…
A little accordion book is one of my favorite things to make. I’ve made quite a few since the very first one I made for my parents’ 50th anniversary, years ago. That one holds special memories. My parents aren’t with us any longer, but I still have the little book as a wonderful keepsake. If…
I have loved watercolor markers with brush tips and dual tips for a long time, so, I was very excited when Sketchmarker contacted me with an offer to send me their Sketchmarker Aqua Watercolor Markers, in exchange for my honest review. This post contains affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission, if you…
It’s time for another Amazon finds post, and this time, it’s focused on creative journaling (which many of my Amazon purchases typically are, aside from my usual lightbulbs and facewash, etc.!) Some of the best journaling supplies can be found on Amazon. I bought this themed, vintage style paper to use in my journals. There…
You spend both time and money creating your passion projects, either as a hobby or for your livelihood. Naturally, therefore, you would feel a sense of personal loss if anything were to happen to your creations. So, here are some practical ideas to protect your artistic projects and equipment. Work from a Studio Many people…
Spring is such a wonderful season, and gathering the family together is often a part of it, Here are some fun craft ideas for celebrating Easter. This post contains some affiliate links which means I’ll earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon associate, I earn…
