Today I have another super simple painting tutorial using craft acrylics – How to Paint Iris! Iris are one of my favorite spring flowers because I grew up with a huge garden full of them. How to Paint Iris Supply list is at the bottom of the post. Step 1 – Download, print and transfer […]
How to Paint a Teddy Bear
Are your kids already bugging you for Valentine’s Day cards and crafts? This cute little teddy bear and heart is perfect for them. Of course, If you’d like to try it yourself, I’ll never tell! Here’s your paint list – Light Pink Wild Rose Bamboo Bambi Brown Burnt Umber Dark Burnt Umber or Black White Plaid […]
How to Paint Tulips
There’s just something about tulips. They’re cheery and welcoming, aren’t they? I thought you’d enjoy this simple How to Paint Tulips tutorial. We’re using craft acrylic paints which, you’ll see, make for an easy painting. Click on the photo above to get the pattern. It might also make a fun coloring page for the kiddos! […]
How To Paint Faux Birch
Birch accessories are a wonderful decor item any time of year but particularly for winter. If you don’t happen to have any birch around your place, I’m here to show you How to Paint Faux Birch. I was inspired when I saw Gina’s white winter mantle at the Shabby Creek Cottage. Oh, it’s gorgeous – […]
How to paint an Antique Gold Faux Finish
People often call me ‘creative’ however a lot of my ideas come from my custom clients. Like these gold frames. Today I’ll show you How to Paint an Antique Gold Faux Finish. My clients wanted to add some frames like these in an antique gold finish on the wall opposite the cherry blossom tree mural. […]
How to Paint Paperwhite Narcissus
I love paper white narcissus. Their fragrance is divine and they’re so tiny and sweet. But my favorite thing about them is they’re little beacons of Spring in an otherwise dreary winter. They pop up around here even before the cheerful daffodils. I’m going to show you How to Paint Narcissus with a Layering Technique. Paint Colors White, […]
How to Paint a Red Cardinal
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Handpainted Wine Glasses
I’ve always said I’ll paint anything that’s not moving, and practically have. A few months ago an artist friend asked me if I’d paint ‘some’ goblets for a charity – Patron Arts of Folsom. The glasses were purchased at the Folsom Gourd & Arts Festival and proceeds were donated to an art scholarship fund – […]