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Inspiration can be a funny thing. It can be fickle and fleeting, and as artists, we learn to flow with its ebbs and flows over time. While the process never gets easier, I have learned to accept what...

I love creating unique art using shipping tags as a substrate. Stencils, paint and a few mark making tools are all you need to fashion a simple and beautiful note in just a few minutes. For an extra...

Flowers make a beautiful gift, but they tend to wilt so quickly. This Papaya Art birthday tin has a gorgeous bouquet design that I feel proud to gift in place of a live bouquet. Fill the tin with a...

It is through wandering that I explore. It is through wandering I get to engage, seek, and discover. By wandering I am able to discover the beauty of life — be it through words, nature, lyrics,...

I used to be an avid journaler, but after spending my days writing articles and letters from the editor, I’m usually fresh out of ideas when I sit down to write for myself. I’ve been...

The classic color palette in the Bella Rouge Journaling Notecards was what initially inspired me to create this set of cards. Filled with positive and uplifting messages, they paired perfectly with...

Stampington & Company is thrilled to share this project, by Guest Artist Dina Wakley, which features Dina's new scribbly birds on branches stamps. "A little birdie told me” is one of those...

I’ve always wanted to try my hand at making soaps but the process always seemed so intimidating and dangerous. I’m all about quick and easy projects, so I put my dreams of soap-making...

Who doesn't like a nice soak in the bath? That's why I was so excited to see that The Shoppe at Somerset now carries these large tea bags. In under 10 minutes, you can serve up a handmade sampler of...

I love adding layers and texture to most of my projects, though the challenge comes when paint or texture paste aren’t involved. However, I found a way to embellish these rustic, yet chic cards...

I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the new set of Art Pops cards once they arrived in our offices. Their fun and vibrant colors first attracted me, and I knew immediately that I needed to...

On my daily walks, dandelion seeds dance before me. Something about them reminds me of snowflakes, as they flitter across my path. In that instant, they bring to me a sign of possibilities, newness,...

Journals make great gifts, but since they are blank slates, they need to be dressed up. This project is a quick way to thoughtfully wrap your next journal gift. The pre-painted ruffle trim adds the...

“You have to make room for growth.” It’s a simple sentiment, but it holds some powerful meaning. With every challenge that is overcome, the bad is pushed aside for the new, better...

Dina Wakley's "Maggie" silhouette stencil has been calling to me since she arrived in our office. From her flowing hair to her soft smile, I knew I wanted to use her in my artwork from the moment I...

I just can’t seem to get enough of PaperWhimsy’s Amazing Alterables. From the quirky characters to the Winged House Trio, each project brings forth its own personality and unique...

Who doesn’t love sending handmade or handwritten notes? With just a few supplies, you too can create a set of spring-inspired cards to send a quick hello to that person you’ve been...

Mica is too gorgeous of a material to leave in a drawer in your craft room. Adorn your house with this luxurious looking craft supply to enjoy year-round. Mixed-Media Mica Project Directions: Stamp a...

The boho-chic look is trending in fashionable accessories right now, and these spoon pendants are a great starting point for your own metal-stamped, mix and match necklaces. Boho-Chic Spoon Pendants...

I’ve had an old mint tin sitting on my desk for a while now. I’m not one to hold onto items like this, but its rare flat surface kept calling out to me. The other day I was looking at the...

Working with stencils is still a new concept to me. The more I use them, the more I really want to find new ways to use them in my projects whenever possible. After reading "Stencil Girl: Mixed-Media...

I love nothing more than learning new ways to paint or collage a canvas, which is why I love art books so much. They are a much more affordable way to learn a new technique than a workshop or online...

I find myself always in search of butterflies. For me they hold a personal meaning and symbolism, not only for my uncle who passed away in 2011, but also because of the magnificent transformation...

She likes to sing, she likes to dance, and she likes to paint, but most of all, she knows that true beauty lies within. Every day she puts forth great effort to find the true beauty in life and...

We break a lot of plates in our house. Sadly, it's always the plates I really like that crash first, so of course I collect these beautifully-patterned scraps. Given that I'm terrible at making...

Sometimes pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones can be challenging, uncomfortable, and at times, even debilitating — especially when it comes to creating art. The process of creating art...

The other day during an art selection we started talking about these great Amazing Alterables by PaperWhimsy. We’ve had a few artists submit their own versions, and they looked so fun that I...