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The Epic Move – Part 1

July 13, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 10 Comments

The-Move

Epic: extending beyond the usual or ordinary especially in size or scope Yes, Part One. As in this post was so long I had to split it into parts. But, if you read this first part then the Moving Tips in the second part will make a whole lot more sense to you. Maybe. Maybe […]

Filed Under: My House, My Stuff

Downstairs at The ‘New’ House

July 5, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 6 Comments

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Hi Everyone! I hope you had a fun fourth of July yesterday. Ours was quiet, after yet another day of unpacking boxes. I’m just amazed at how much ‘stuff’ two people can accumulate. It’s time to pare down! (Yes, I should’ve done that before the move, I realize.) Now that I have internet service I’m […]

Filed Under: My House, My Stuff

We’re Home!

July 1, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 9 Comments

Note: the raffle for my painting, Two Cows for Oklahoma, is being extended to July 8 due to my recent move and having no internet. You still have time to enter! We finally made it. We’re in the new-to-us house. There were a few times when I didn’t think we actually would make it. It’s […]

Filed Under: Confessions

Paint a Watermelon Banner

June 20, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 8 Comments

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Paint a watermelon and sunflower on a dollar store placemat, fold one edge over and hang with ribbon to create a cute Summer banner!

Filed Under: crafts, Dollar Store Crafts, How To & PIY, Markers & Pencils, seasonal crafts, Tutorials

Painting Cows

June 5, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 1 Comment

Painting of Two Cows

This painting is now in reproduction with prints available in my Zazzle shop. See bottom of post for details. Because painting these Two Cows was pretty emotional, I didn’t plan on writing a tutorial. But for some reason I took a number of photos of the different stages. Habit, I guess. So I thought some […]

Filed Under: my paintings, My Stuff

Two Cows for Oklahoma – A Raffle!

May 31, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 13 Comments

Two Cows Painting

This is the first time I’ve ever raffled one of my paintings for anything. I hope when you read the story behind this painting, you’ll understand why I’m choosing to give it away to contribute to the relief effort for Moore, Oklahoma. Raffle details are at the bottom of this post. Some of my paintings […]

Filed Under: my paintings, My Stuff

How To Paint Faux Leather Photo Frame

May 28, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 7 Comments

How to Paint Faux Leather Frame

I hate to break it to you but Father’s Day is three weeks away! Here’s a fun and easy faux finish that’s perfect for the guy in your life. Don’t let the words “faux finish” scare you off, ok? This is a foolproof paint finish and you only need a few supplies. Supply List wood […]

Filed Under: crafts, Faux Finishes, Glazing, How To & PIY, Paint Surfaces, Paint Wood, Techniques, Tutorials

Patriotic Printable to Paint or Color

May 27, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 1 Comment

Patriotic Pattern to Print or Color

Whether you’re enjoying a quiet weekend at home or are barbecuing with friends, I hope you have a wonderful Memorial Day. I spent a few moments sketching this printable and giving thanks to all of the Americans who have fought for our country. It’s not much, just a sketch, something you can print off for […]

Filed Under: patterns

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