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Create an artistic mixed-media pumpkin that offers a fresh spin on a traditional favorite this Halloween. Start by spray painting a small pumpkin wire form with white paint and allow it to dry. Tear a few one inch strips of muslin and then spray the...

It has become quite popular for designers to redesign covers of classic novels. Usually the new designs are a bit trendier than the originals, and they always come at a high price. I’ve always wanted to purchase newer, prettier versions of the...

The Papaya Art Halloween tins are perfect for packaging some Halloween treats. Simply line the tins with our black tissue paper, and then generously fill with the treat of your choice. Try wrapping some black seam binding ribbon around the tin for an...

Personalize your own collection of party invite cards to have on hand this Halloween in only a few simple steps. Use an assortment of Red Lead tape stamps and real washi tape for an interesting texture combination. Start by gluing vintage French text to...

It’s so easy to create artistic and unique designs on paper mache pumpkins using washi tape. I decided to alternate the black script and mustard newspaper text washi tape designs on mine. I did one section at a time on the pumpkin, tearing strips...

Organize your most cherished memories with this Project Life-inspired idea from our Shoppe Manager Vanessa Spencer. No matter if you're new to the art scene or a seasoned pro; you can tackle your projects with ease when you fill the antique library...

You can have a little fun with chalkboard pumpkins and change out your Halloween messages as often as you like! Try writing simple spooky words or write part of a favorite Halloween quote — just a few ideas for you. Simply paint the paper mache...

When the opportunity came about to create my line, I knew without a doubt that I not only wanted it to be filled with classic romance, but pieces that were applicable to today’s trends while echoing sentiments of the past. Rue Romatique is truly a...

Our guest artist Roben-Marie Smith shows you how to take Project Life to new artistic levels with these inspiring pages. Roben-Marie puts a mixed-media spin on Project Life by using some of her own designs as backgrounds for the cards, as well as using...

The blank enamel tags by Tim Holtz are perfect to alter and embellish for a quick and easy Halloween project. Fasten your cape and grab your broomstick as we get ready for the spookiest time of the year. First, our Shoppe Manager Vanessa embellished the...

This holiday season, invite a hint of spookiness into your décor with this simple and inventive paper mache coffin project. Whether you're planning parties this season or spending time with loved ones, follow along as our Shoppe Manager Vanessa...

I’ve always had a fascination with the Hobnail bezels by ICE Resin. There’s just something about the chunky nature that I’m drawn to. During art selections I’ve seen countless artists submit projects that I found to be inspiring,...

Start by painting the medium-sized hexagon box with white gesso and then allow it to dry. Once dry, stencil the tile stencil design onto each panel of the hexagon box and the lid using blue acrylic paint and a foam brush and then allow it to dry. Using...

Covering composition books has made me a little bit nostalgic and brought back memories of my school days and needing to get everything ready – with my personal style of course – for the school year. I thought this would be a fun project that...

The cards from the Black Flora envelope set are just so pretty and artistic that I decided to use them to alter some kraft file folders. You can also utilize the leftover envelopes in the set for some pretty mail projects. Start by roughly painting...

These fun pots are perfect for holding all sorts of odds and ends and can even be used to prettily display plants! Paper mache products are fun and easy to alter, and these pots provide a temporary place to hold your plants – with an artistic edge...

What I love most about creating a chalkboard banner is that you can reuse the banner for any occasion - just rub clean, and write on it again. Start by painting each of the pennants from the 7gypsies banner kit with chalkboard paint and allow the pieces...

Start by cutting out the triangle metal shape using the aluminum metal sheets and triangle dies with the Artisan X-plorer machine. The machine comes with instructions and is very easy to use. What is really neat is that it takes up very little space in...

These colorful tea tins are perfect for storing your favorite summery flavored teas. Use them on your kitchen counter or gift them to friends and family. Start by painting the tea tins white. You can use white gesso or alternatively use white acrylic...

What better way to surprise your guests than with an elegant bathroom caddy? The French Farmhouse Tin Caddy is perfect for holding everyday items, and makes a lovely storage basket for some bathroom essentials. I filled my caddy with dried lavender,...

With a little washi tape and some wire you can make your very own faux feathers. This is a fun project that can be used to add a handmade and colorful touch to gift packaging, home décor, and all sorts of projects. And you can color coordinate to...

I’ve fallen head over heels for Project Life. Being a busy, full-time working mom of two and a wife, I just don’t have as much time to create memory books like I used to. I really like the simplicity of the Project Life clear pages. I wanted...

Start by painting the Paper Mache House Box with white gesso, or alternatively white acrylic paint. Once the paint has dried, spritz over the white gesso (on the bottom section) with teal blue Dylusions Ink Spray. While that is drying you can embellish...

Who doesn’t love journaling? Having a private place to write down personal thoughts, to muse about the world, and to doodle and practice new art techniques is very important for the creative soul. This project will take your imagination to new...

This fun card by guest artist Julie Nutting is filled with spring flair. With layers of pretty papers and lovely embellishments, this card is perfect for your girly friends. Start by stamping the Swing Dress stamp onto patterned paper using Black StazOn...

The Sweet Treats Petite Parcel Pack is filled with gift bags and accessories that are perfect for packaging delicious desserts and candy! You can use them to treat a friend on a special occasion or you can go all out and host a “Sweet Treats”...

Creating mini mixed-media canvases is a fun way to add some interesting, colorful décor to your walls. I decided to use embroidery hoops, inspired by a project artist Tiffany Johnson did for Faber Castell. I started with the Claudine Hellmuth...