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Merry Christmas to all!

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Bye for awhile!

I'm taking a week off to spend with these people...can you blame me?  :-)  Be good while I'm gone, and get all your New Year's art resolutions in order! Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Here's your sign!

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Artsy blogging round-up!

Heritage Christmas Cookie Recipes Caught up in the holiday whirl? Take time to think back on family holiday traditions. Heritage cookie recipe included! ACreativeDream June has step by step directions for making a skinny Santa Christmas ornament from salt dough! Walk by Faith Print Cherie makes a print to remind her of her favorite Bible verse. Hook and Yarn Sizes? Crafty Princess has a video out that helps you figure out which crochet hook to use with your yarn. Beading Arts Think you've waited too long to make gifts this year? Think again! Here are some quick and easy suggestions for you: Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Ornaments and decorations

Decorating for Christmas  by Silvia Glittered dinosaur ornaments by Carissa Mason jar lid gift tags by Erin Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Recent publications: December 2013

No Excuses Art Journaling: Making Time for Creativity by Gina Rossi Armfield The Jewelry Maker's Design Book: An Alchemy of Objects: Techniques and Design Notes for One-of-a-kind Jewelry ... by Deryn Mentock Mastering Photoshop Layers: A Photographer's Guide by Juergen Gulbins Modern Color - An Illustrated Guide to Dyeing Fabric for Modern Quilts by Kim Eichler-Messmer A Quilter's Ark: More Than 50 Designs for Foundation Piecing by Margaret Rolfe Mandala Quilt Designs (Dover Needlework) by Katie Pasquini Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Book review: Mixed Media Painting Workshop

Wow!  This book is so packed with information that it seems like a full semester class, not just a workshop!   Mixed Media Painting Workshop by Jean Pederson is a great book for the collage artist who wants to work more painting and mark making into their pieces.  This is another beautiful volume published by North Light Books , so you already know the quality is high.  And then you dive in and are immediately in danger of drowning in the amount of knowledge that Jean shares. The first chapter is a very in-depth exploration of water media and how they work together.  Gesso, gels, pastes, and other media are examined along with how they affect acrylic and other paints: watercolors, gouache, and inks.  Issues of transparency and opacity, and viscosity are discussed in some detail, and there are many helpful charts along the way. The second chapter is just as detailed as the first, and deals with the substrate: board, canvas, and various papers.  From there, Jean moves into crea

Ornaments and decorations

The Christmas nail ornament by June Sparkly beaded cardstock ornaments by Eileen CD scrapbook paper ornaments by Cherie Monogram ornament by Amanda Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Artsy blogging round-up!

Homemade Gifts to Make Even If You're Not That Crafty Some ideas for giving gifts with the homemade touch. I'll be Darned – You Can Design Your Own Custom Yarn! Check out this Yarnia Custom Yarn Creator sales video. Darned cute!  Crochet Book Review Crafty Princess takes a look at a new book called Fashion Crochet. Beading Arts Do you love recycling your broken jewelry bits? Cyndi has the holiday project that's perfect for you! Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Ornaments and decorations

Wall pocket advent calendar by The Crafty Crow Felt kissing ball by Amanda Carestio Salt dough ornaments by Sweets4ever Snowman stocking by Haley Pierson-Cox Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Ornaments and decorations

Christmas ornaments by Sarah Gunn Holiday photo ideas by Photojojo Vintage style glittered ornaments by Casey Lace-trimmed Christmas trees by Maggie Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Quote of the week!

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Ornaments and decorations

Round-up of Advent calendars by Craftsters.org Felted ball garland by Sam and Phil Mini tree advent calendar by Oh Happy Day Colorful Christmas village by Kollabora Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Artsy blogging round-up!

Uniquely You Christmas Ornaments There are many ways to put a personal touch on Christmas ornaments. Here are some Do's and Don'ts! ACreativeDream June has been making Christmas ornaments, and is going to create a tutorial for one, based on what her readers want. So, come on over and let her know which you think should be turned into a tutorial! Mixed Media Christmas Card Cherie uses old paper, paint, and pictures to create a holiday card. Beading Arts Do you need some nice-looking display items? Check out Cyndi's giveaway... Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Ornaments and decorations

Star of David candlelit branch  by Martha Stewart Felt owl ornaments by Kat Tiny Christmas tree decorations by Lish Dorset Snowflake ornaments by Jessica Marquez Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Unique wreaths for the holidays - part two

Pearl-embellished wreath by Eileen Bergen Wreath tutorial round-up by Lark Crafts Beautiful DIY wreaths by Craftster Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

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Unique wreaths for the holidays - part one

Winter wreath by Rachel Wine cork wreath by Greenhead Puny Christmas wreath makeover by Eileen Bergen Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Artsy blogging round-up!

Dr. Who Toile I'm told they don't make this anymore, so it's fun to look back: remake of a set of chairs using Dr. Who Toile fabric. Ah, Alpaca Crafty Princess is making an awwwhhhsome scarf using buttery soft baby alpaca yarn. Beading Arts Cyndi has an awesome giveaway going on: a copy of Project: Necklaces, by the editors of Bead&Button magazine! How to Create Faux Milk Glass Take a glass vase, dish or bottle and a few inexpensive art supplies to make nostalgic looking faux milk glass objects. Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Happy Thanksgiving!

Here are some ideas for the meal and for using the left overs ! Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Recent publications: November 2013

Embroidered Art by Lindsay Taylor The Beauty of Zentangle: Inspirational Examples from 137 Gifted Tangle Artists Worldwide by Suzanne McNeill Mixed Media Masterpieces with Jenny & Aaron: Create Incredible Art Journals and Handmade Mixed Media Treasures ... by Jenny Heid and Aaron Nieradka The Mixed-Media Artist: Art Tips, Tricks, Secrets and Dreams from Over 40 Amazing Artists by Seth Apter Creative Illustration & Beyond: Inspiring tips, techniques, and ideas for transforming doodled designs into whimsical ... by Stephanie Corfee Mixed Media Painting Workshop: Explore Mediums, Techniques and the Personal Artistic Journey by Jean Pederson Carve, Stamp, Play: Designing and Creating Custom Stamps by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

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It's never too early to start...

Recycled jeans bowl by Gerbermom Skinny scalloped scarf by Lark Crafts Felt clutch by Lisa Child's pumpkin hat by Jill Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

Artsy blogging round-up!

Organize Any Activity Room with Decorative Fabric Baskets These hanging baskets can be made in many sizes to fit your needs and they have myriad uses around the house or in the office. Eiffel Tower Felt Ornaments Make some Eiffel Tower ornaments for the person who enjoys all things Paris. They're easy and made from felt. Crafty Princess Returns After catching up on lots of related and unrelated crafting jobs, the Crafty Princess is back in the blogging saddle! Beading Arts Sometimes a project takes you two steps forward and one step back, but not to worry...! Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals

It's never too early to start...

More ideas to make your holiday gift giving all handmade this year! Click  tutorials  to see the rest. Embroidery hoop wall montage by Eileen Bergen Galaxy twist tie dye shirt by I Love to Create License plate purse by gdeeaz on Craftster How to use Spoonflower fabric to cover a book by Diane Technorati Tags: mixed media , collage , assemblage , digital art , photography , altered books , art journals