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How to Paint Purple Iris

January 28, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson 9 Comments

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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 […]

Filed Under: Highlighting, How To & PIY, patterns, PIY, Shading, Techniques, Tutorials

How to Paint a Teddy Bear

January 24, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson Leave a Comment

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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 […]

Filed Under: crafts, How To & PIY, patterns, PIY, Tutorials

How to Paint Tulips

January 21, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson 13 Comments

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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! […]

Filed Under: Highlighting, How To & PIY, patterns, Shading, Techniques, Tutorials

How To Paint Faux Birch

January 14, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson 10 Comments

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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 – […]

Filed Under: crafts, Dollar Store Crafts, Faux Finishes, How To & PIY, Techniques, Tutorials

How to paint an Antique Gold Faux Finish

January 10, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson 42 Comments

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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. […]

Filed Under: Faux Finishes, Glazing, How To & PIY, Metallic Paint, Paint Metal, Paint Plastic, Paint Surfaces, Paint Types, Specialty Paints, Techniques, Tutorials

How to Paint a Red Cardinal

January 3, 2019 By Colleen Jorgenson 5 Comments

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Filed Under: How To & PIY, patterns, Tutorials

How to Paint Sunflowers – Easy Watercolor Project

August 7, 2018 By Colleen Leave a Comment

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There’s just something about sunflowers. They’re bright and cheery and . . . easy to paint! If you’re saying, “sure, sure, Colleen”, bear with me while I show you How to Paint Sunflowers with watercolors! Written instructions are below along with a video at the bottom. Supplies sunflower pattern Pencil 140 lb. cold pressed watercolor […]

Filed Under: How To & PIY, Paint Types, Tutorials, Watercolor

How to Paint Tulips Online Course

May 11, 2018 By Colleen 2 Comments

Today is the day! My How to Paint Tulips Online Course is launching and I’m thrilled! This has been such a labor of love, there were times that I wondered if I’d ever be finished! I am. The ecourse is ready. Ready for beginning painters, for people who’ve never picked up a paint brush, for […]

Filed Under: Classes, crafts, How To & PIY, Paint Canvas, Paint Surfaces, Tutorials

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