Blog Posts from 2020 and before
My husband loves to camp and unwind in the great outdoors. I would enjoying a little more “glamping” style then sleeping in a tent on the ground. However, I am learning to be a happy camper. Over the years I have incorporated a few organizing tips to make it easier and a lot more fun. […]
I shared on Tuesday’s Art Tips & Treasures (Facebook) how friends and family laugh that my favorite storage device is a wine rack. I use them for anything but wine. It’s true, I just love them and I am all smiles when I scoop them up at yard sales! 🙂 Here are some of the […]
I loved this frame/memory board that I saw at my local craft store! However, I did not like the $70 price tag!!! The wheels started turning in my head and I thought I am going to make one myself… I picked up a few frames at a yard sale that ranged in price from $.25 […]
The Beauty and Wonderment of the White Crayon in Art! I learned in my art class this week what delight it brings to a 5-year old to discover that a “white” crayon has a purpose to be used on “white” paper. What I thought was just a lesson on mixed media, was really a lesson […]
No need to spend money on expensive bird feeders! Have fun and make one yourself…you probably have the items just hanging out in a junk drawer, garage and/or recycling bin. ITEMS NEEDED FOR YOUR BIRD FEEDER:
I love this idea from Hymns & Verses on Pinterest to share the message of Easter with children. I did not see any directions on how to make your own from Hymns & Verses. Therefore, I decided to give it a try so I would be able to give you some (basic) instructions.
So grateful to be able to give the message of Jesus Christ with, Happy Heart: Fill’er Up!, to help children learn to plant God’s Word in their hearts. Along with some candy, I am giving the sweetest treat that outlast them all – Jesus. To share with a child in your life, go to: Amazon […]
MATERIALS NEEDED: Images of Emily Carr’s Work Pastel Paper Pencils Chalk Pastels Cotton Swabs Fixative Placemat (or larger sheet of paper to go under pastel paper – to catch the dust) Project time: Two, 45 minute sessions I just love Emily Carr’s tree-scapes! Her unique perspective of tree images and patterns that show movement are […]
I had the chance to work on a special project this month at the 701 Thomas Road (Old Donald Duck Bottling Co.) building. It was the first church location for Thomas Road Baptist Church. The facility is currently owned by Liberty University and was recently renovated to be an event/reception hall (The Bottling Co. Reception […]
EASY PHOTO TRANSFERS ON WOOD TOOLS TO HAVE ON HAND Photo printed from laser printer (20lb. paper) Gel Medium Mod Podge Wood board or plaque (light in color) Sponge brush or synthetic 1 inch brush (for a smooth finish) Scissors Towel or rag Paper, towels or placemat (to protect work station) WOOD TRANSFER YOU WILL […]
Today in art class the students added finishing touches to their Reptile/Turtle Creations (This was a 2 hour project with 20 students: Four classes, 50 minutes in length).
I wanted to make a lot of bookmark/gift tags with verses on them for events coming up this Spring and Summer. Although, making letters by hand is fun and rewarding in itself, I did not have the time to paint the words on each individual piece. Therefore, I thought I would experiment with making my […]
