My June art journal
I just finished my third month of art journaling since I started my "themed" art journals. This month's theme was "nature," and I could not have loved it any more! I feel like I'm starting to find my "voice" in my art journal. I follow along with tutorials provided by...
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My May art journal
Last year, at the end of each month, I wrote a blog post about the books, movies and TV shows I enjoyed that month. This year, with all that's been happening in the world, I've barely read any books. I've had a hard time finding TV shows that grab my attention, and...
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Five reasons I love Bible journaling
About a month ago, I was talking to a friend about how much I love art journaling, especially during this time of social distancing. She told me I should check out her sister-in-law's Instagram page to see a similar form of art that she does in her Bible. I looked her...
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Art journaling for mental health, Day Nine
I am creating an online journal during the Coronavirus social distancing so I can look back and remember how my thoughts and actions might change during this time. This is Day Nine. Sunday, March 22 During these weeks that we are spending so much time in our homes,...
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Acrylic paint pour with textured design
If you are feeling creative and looking for a new project to try this weekend, I have to tell you about my current obsession with acrylic paint pouring. I've been playing around with paint pours for the past few months, but what makes this project special is the...
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DIY chalk paste and chalkboard stencil
I've been reading a lot lately about using chalk paste to create decorative chalkboard art. This immediately appealed to me because it encompasses so many of the crafts that I already love: chalkboard art, painting with adhesive vinyl and (faux) hand lettering. I...
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Create a personalized binder with patterned vinyl
Last school year, I discovered patterned and holographic vinyl, and I've been a little obsessed with both ever since. I'm always looking for projects in which I can use these super fun varieties of adhesive vinyl. Most of my daughter's school supplies are pretty...
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Building community around a painted picnic table
When most people think of a picnic table, the image that comes to mind isn't one of style or glamour. The picnic table is probably the most basic of all outdoor furniture. It is purely function over fashion. The plain Jane of the patio. But when I got it in my head...
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