Create Thankfulness
The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention” (Aesop) Every Thanksgiving we all are bombarded with the “hype”...
The Healing Power of Art
There is evidence that engagement with artistic activities, either as an observer of the creative efforts of others or as an initiator of...
Easy Summer Jar Project
Each time I get ready to pack up and take off for a convention or seminar, I always think about painters, students, artists and newbies...
Valentine's Day Tote Project
It is February already! With Valentine’s Day almost here, I thought it would be fun to make a little tote to hold all of my valentines....
Fun Holiday Projects
Thanksgiving is in our pocket and we move closer to the holidays, and if you are like me, I move into high gear to create gifts for...
Thankful For Creative Things
Each year as the leaves fall and the days get colder, I can’t help but reflect on how quickly the days add up. I watch the colors change...
Halloween Tiddlywinks Project
I love the fall and chilly nights inside when I can have friends and family over to play games and sip on spiced cider. Recently, I was...
Mixed Media Tools
Recently, my son, the college man, left to purchase and occupy his own home, leaving an empty room in our house to be redone and...
The Artist Wife
The Artist Wife by Jim Pope Let me start off by saying my wife is my life partner as we have been married for almost 34 years. She is...
Invisible Fences
“You learn something everyday if you pay attention.” Ray LeBlond Recently, I was talking to a friend about her great designs and how she...