Creative Projects

Art Stamping

A Card for Him

No, it’s not my wedding anniversary.  I just needed to let him know how I feel. Having a child with a serious illness puts strain on a relationship like nothing else does. Tensions are high. It’s easy to fall into traps: “This is your fault.” “If you would’ve done “X” differently […]

Creative Projects

A to Z Challenge

Last week I signed up for this “A to Z” blogging challenge because it sounded like fun, but…..oh my. Posting something creative for every letter of the alphabet, six times a week, through the month of April?! My husband is already calling it a “vampire”. He says it’s going to […]

Art Stamping, ATCs

Decorated Elephant ATCs

I usually draw out my ideas for ATCs in my sketchbook before I start on the actual cards.  For the “Decorated Elephants” swap I liked the idea of looking down on the top of  elephant’s head, or looking at the head from the side. And then I thought, “Hmmm.. I wonder what an elephant would […]

Painting

“At the Louvre”, detail after Degas

Though I don’t attend Hill Country Bible Church, I’m blessed to be on their “Prayer and Creativity” team. Their quarterly exhibits give me a chance to attempt some serious art once in a while.  I stress *attempt*.  The first exhibit of the year doesn’t have a particular theme but gives all the […]

Altered Art, Art Stamping

Elmer Gets A Makeover

To my old faithful Elmer’s glue: You’ve been such a great adhesive over the years.  There’s no telling how many projects you’ve held together for me.  You’ve stuck around for years and I’m continually amazed at your versatility. However,  as much as I rely on you week after week, the truth is, you haven’t aged […]