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! […]
Cherry Blossom Patterns
I’ve been painting watercolor Cherry Blossoms and wanted to share these patterns with you. Patterns are great, not just for painting, but also for embroidery, quilting, scrapbooking, crafting and more! I haven’t drawn a stem yet but you can get some ideas from this Cherry Blossom Watercolor Calendar. Cherry blossom stems are just a stick […]
How to Paint a Red Cardinal
how to paint a red cardinal
Pumpkin Patterns
If you’re getting your Fall ‘on’, here are some great Pumpkin Patterns you can use for painting, crafting, coloring, and a whole lot more. I say ‘if’ because a lot of creative types are headlong into Christmas! If you want to see how I used the pumpkin patterns, take a peek at this listing in […]
Coastal Seashell Pattern Printables
Coastal Seashell Patterns and Traceables A few years back I painted this Coastal Window and shared the Seashell and Starfish patterns I used. They have been super popular lately so I thought I might as well draw some new Coastal Seashell Patterns. I love seashells because no matter where you live, they remind you of […]
How to Paint a Peony with Watercolors – Video
How to Paint a Peony with Watercolors Are you a peony lover? They’re such a beautiful flower, which makes trying to paint them a daunting task. But I did. Try, at least. The entire time I had my flower shop I never, not once, ordered any peonies, nor did my customers. Granted, that was another […]