Learn to Make a Custom Sketch Journal

Custom Sketch Journal

TOP 8 REASONS TO MAKE YOUR OWN SKETCH AND ART JOURNALSBecause a “smash journal” can be made almost entirely from free, recycled materials. If you ruin a page, so what? That paper was destined for the landfill before you rescued it anyway!Because you can close it up, put it on a shelf and know it is safe and secure. No one will see your work unless you decide to show them- it can be your secret.Because you are sensory being. You can flip through the pages, feel the weight

The Artful Journal: Project Supplies

Project Supplies Materials used for each project will vary, however there are a few standard materials I always keep in good supply. Paper Fill: My go to for this is my 9” x 12” drawing paper. I really like the texture and weight of this paper, and I purchase this in larger quantities from Blick. If you plan to make writing journals, where it’s important to have lined or dot grid paper, then you will

Create Artful Journals: Learn to Make Hand Bound Books Infused with Art

Create Artful Journals: Learn to Make Hand Bound Books Infused with Art

I am pleased to announce my newest course Create Artful Journals! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to make hand-stitched books and journals that are infused with art!  I will show you how you can merge traditional 2-D art, like drawing and painting, as well as mixed media and encaustic art, with the art of the handmade book. This workshop is the perfect balance of fun-filled, expressive art projects and quietly meditative hand stitching techniques. And even better, your completed journals will not only provide a place

The Perfect Gift for the Wine Enthusiast

hand painted wine glasses make the perfect gift

Gift giving can be difficult. Sure, some people have a knack for this, but gift selection has never been my strong point.  I lost count of all the times I’d find myself wandering aimlessly down the aisles of my favorite store, waiting for the perfect gift to jump off the shelf at me. Of course, that never happened. So in the end, I would walk out with something generic and impersonal. My go to gifts:  a pretty candle or a bottle of wine. Well, now

The Perfect Gift for the Happy Couple

Heart String Love Notes Journal

Two of your good friends are getting married, or maybe your friends who are married have decided to renew their vows. For significant events like these, of course you’ll want to do something extra special for them, but what? Well I have an idea for a handmade journal that will be the perfect gift for an engagement, bridal shower or even a vow renewal or anniversary for a couple that is dear to you, and