Category Archives: Crafts

Creative Paint Workshop for Mixed-Media Artists

Posted on September 5, 2013 by LM

One of my favorite books in my collection of mixed media art is “Creative Paint Workshop for Mixed Media Artists” by Ann Baldwin. I bought this book two years ago, and am still enthralled with all of the creative ideas … Continue reading →

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GIVEAWAY! – Two Vintage Digital Collage Sheets!

Posted on September 5, 2013 by LM

I am excited to do my FIRST GIVEAWAY! I love collecting vintage photos and postcards and digitally enhancing them. I have combined lots of gorgeous vintage pics into two collage sheets that will be given away to one winner!! Here … Continue reading →

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Vintage ATCs

Posted on September 4, 2013 by LM

Since I love collage and vintage photos, I designed several ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) with some left over paper and gold embossing powder. If you enjoy making and trading ATCs or like doing swaps, check out http://www.swap-bot.com It is a … Continue reading →

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It’s More Than a Dream -Art Journal Page

Posted on August 30, 2013 by LM

Another art journal page I created today.

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Life is About Moments – Art Journal Page

Posted on August 30, 2013 by LM

I started filling up the black art journal I recently made. Here is the first page in my book. Just these few words speak volumes…

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Paper Bag Book

Posted on August 29, 2013 by LM

I made this paper bag book several years ago. I just found it today while trying to organize my art room. Little messages and tags with quotes are hidden throughout…These are fun little keepsakes to give as gifts. I made … Continue reading →

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Another Handmade Art Journal

Posted on August 28, 2013 by LM

I just finished making an art journal using the color diffusing paper that I designed the other day.

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Playing with Color Diffusing Paper

Posted on August 24, 2013 by LM

I found a pack of color diffusing paper at the art store. A fun project for kids and adults! Color all over with washable markers, mist with water, let dry. The results are perfect for art journals, cards, scrapbooking or … Continue reading →

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Handmade Black Faux Leather Art Journal

Posted on August 24, 2013 by LM

I made another cereal box art journal this week, inspired by Jenniebellie’s tutorials on YouTube. Here is a link to her blog: http://jennibelliestudio.blogspot.com/?m=1 I really love making these, and I am considering creating ones to sell on my Etsy shop … Continue reading →

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Handmade Brown Faux Leather Art Journal

Posted on August 17, 2013 by LM

I am so obsessed with the creative ideas I get from Jenniebellie on YouTube! Below is an art journal I made yesterday out of a cereal box. It actually looks and feels like real leather! Here is a link to … Continue reading →

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