First time oil painter here. And to be honest, up until this project I would have told you I had absolutely no desire to ever even attempt to use them. But I had a request for a sign that requires some serious color blending, and if you know craft paints or acrylic … [Read more...] about Oil Painting Tips…Got Any?
Nikki
Teaching Is Good For My Soul
I always find my way back to a classroom. Of course, so many of you know me through The Craft Academy, but my first love is sewing. And teaching sewing is quite literally my dream job. There is something in the air at MADE Institute that gets my creativity flowing like no … [Read more...] about Teaching Is Good For My Soul
Create Your Own Story Wall
Every little thing on this wall means so much to me. Special days, lyrics, favorite pictures... It's our story...literally from the day we met, to our most recent family photo. It's all there, with plenty of room to grow. Plenty of room to fill it with even more of our … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Story Wall
Somehow It Will All Get Done {Christmas, Crafts, and Cupcakes}
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, filled with time spent with family and friends. If you're like me, the excitement that began quietly filling the days leading up to Thanksgiving is now screaming and shouting...Christmas is coming faster than I sometimes … [Read more...] about Somehow It Will All Get Done {Christmas, Crafts, and Cupcakes}
The Craft Academy Birthday Bash Starts NOW!
Let's get this party started! The Craft Academy and "The Crafting With Your Silhouette" Program is turning one and the presents are for YOU! I just posted FIVE of our favorite lessons that we covered this year in class. They are FREE for you to enjoy for the next 48 … [Read more...] about The Craft Academy Birthday Bash Starts NOW!
