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A fond farewell from one of my favorite things onto full time art world making

April 22, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I have had the pleasure of being the Recycled Editor at Craft Gossip for over 15 years. I can’t think of a better job than to immerse myself in a community of creatives that focus on sharing their eco-creations with … Read More ...

Crayon shavings make abstract art

April 7, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I have melted crayons between two pieces of wax paper to make window art to good success. This project kicks it up by incorporating a black stained glass frame outline paper layer. I bet there are lots of ways to … Read More ...

Blind and texture embossing techniques

April 2, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

If you are a fan of adding subtle elements to your art this idea for embossing shapes and textures could be just the technique you will want to try. I haven’t had much success in the past but the tips … Read More ...

This DIY Scratch-Off Hack – Hide Secret Messages the Fun Way!

February 26, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

DIY Scratch off Paint Stickers

Looking for a super fun and creative DIY project that’s perfect for kids, parties, or even a surprise love note? This easy DIY scratch-off craft lets you hide secret messages under colorful shapes—just like a real lottery ticket, but homemade … Read More ...

How to paint a Rothko inspired modern art piece

February 11, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I make a lot of paintings and I am trying to be a lot loser and abstract. I do this by having a big stack of cut cardboard from recycled cereal boxes. If it’s ready to go then I can … Read More ...

Wax paper is a great art supply that is perfect for Valentine’s Day Hearts

January 30, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I don’t think I ever thought of wax paper as a good surface for making art on or with but this adorable heart (perfect for Valentines Day) and the other ideas featured at the blog Craft Foxes have shown me … Read More ...

How to make translucent paper

January 22, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I recently unearthed my stamp collection and it it was an oversized stamp of an old fashion slide frame. So I went on the hunt for tutorials on how to make translucent images and I found this video on how … Read More ...

Modern art made with scrap fabric

September 10, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

Do you love fabric but not quite on board with quilting? Why not try this project where you take tiny pieces of fabric scraps and glue them on a thick canvas to create a mini modern art piece? Pop … Read More ...

Go beyond the edge in your art collage

August 31, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

This may be a strange question but if you make any type of art have you ever gone past the edge? I can’t say I have….but I want to. So this idea for collage on index cards that then can … Read More ...

A gallery of great ways to alter thrifted paintings

August 27, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

I just altered a thrifted painting and will post it but today I want to share a whole gallery of great ways to alter thrifted paintings. So are painting over them a bit and others are more involved. Pop on … Read More ...

How to make cells in paint pouring

August 6, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

I am fascinated with paint poured art. I haven’t tried it yet but I’ve been reading up on it. Over at the blog Canvas In Common there are some great tips and tutorials on how to make cells in your … Read More ...

How to make leaf ombre print butterflies

July 11, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

Sometimes getting the ombre effect when painting can be a challenge. It’s pretty easy though when mono printing as the paint blurs together nicely with each print. Pop on over to the blog Hello Wonderful for the tutorial on how … Read More ...

How to make art drip blobs

July 8, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

These drip blob art sculptures are beyond fun! The shape, the paint job and the texture make them so silly and captivating. Pop on over to the blog Make A Mark Studios for the step by step tutorial on how … Read More ...

How to make floating chalk prints

May 9, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

This is beautiful! I always love learning new ways to make art with standard materials I already have. I want to try this with both paper and objects. Pop on over to the blog Picklebums for the tutorial on how … Read More ...

How to make recycled chalk paint

April 12, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

I recently scored a big container of used sidewalk chalk chunks and I have an idea for a big piece of chalk art that would be better if I could paint it on the ground. Turns out it’s easy to … Read More ...

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