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How to Paint a Canning Jar

April 26, 2014 By Colleen 11 Comments

how to paint Mason Jar

When did it happen? When did canning jars become all the rage? They are, you know. And haven’t they been around for, like, ever? At least as long as I can remember, I know that. (And that’s a pretty long time!) Now they’re used for crafts, home decor, wedding decor, and parties. Not to mention […]

Filed Under: How To & PIY, Markers & Pencils, Paint Paper, Paint Surfaces, Paint Types, patterns, PIY, Tutorials, Watercolor

How to Paint Peonies with a Watercolor Effect

April 23, 2014 By Colleen 10 Comments

how to paint peonies

This tutorial shows how to use acrylic paints and create a watercolor effect on peonies and mason jars.

Filed Under: How To & PIY, Markers & Pencils, Paint Paper, Paint Surfaces, Paint Types, PIY, Tutorials, Watercolor

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