I used a white coat hanger as the form for this wreath, shaping it into a heart with some pliers. I covered the hanger with newspaper, tacking it down with hot glue. I colored strips of newspaper with pink food coloring, just like I did for my newspaper flowers and […]
For Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Tree
It took a little longer than I planned, but our Valentine’s tree is finally done! My little sweetie, Knox, has a double ear infection, so there hasn’t been a lot of time for art the last few days. He just got started on a new antibiotic today so I sure […]
Valentine Acorn
Here’s another green idea for Valentine’s Day, no paper required! And I also wanted to let you know that another set of Owl Valentine’s has been added to my shop. Feel free to share the link with any owl lovers you may know. All proceeds from my shop go to […]
Tiny Bird Cages
I had two bottle caps left over from my Christmas ornaments and I couldn’t throw them away. I decided to make some tiny bird cages with them. The caps were painted with white acrylic and dried grape stems (of course!) were glued inside the caps. I made tiny birds out […]
More Mini Canvases with Fiber Paste and Paper Clay
Just like my last mini canvases I covered these with fiber paste. This time I also sprinkled them with sparkly fine glitter while they were still wet and set painted dried grape stems on top. My kids are so funny! Every time they finish up a bunch of grapes they […]
Valentine Pebbles
Valentine’s Day will soon be here Here’s something you can do Pick up a few small pebbles Any size or shape will do Write a special note upon them Share words funny or true Then put them in your loved one’s pocket To tell them ‘I love you”. To […]
Sculpted Heart Valentines
I took a palette knife and covered a mini canvas with Fiber Paste, turning the knife in different directions to create a rough texture. Here it is dried… Then I took some PaperClay and sculpted some hearts and wings. This is the same stuff I used to make my tiny […]
Owl Valentine’s with Anna Griffin Designer Papers
Just wanted to share this set of 4 Owl cards I listed in the Etsy shop today. Click the clock button on the right side-bar to see more detailed photos in the listing. And please feel free to share the link with anyone who loves owls. 🙂 All sales from […]
Valentine’s Day Photos
Those last three make me hungry! 🙂 Happy Valentine’s Day!! I hope you all have a super *sweet* day with those you love.♥