Tag: Design

Another Freebie- Gandhi’s top 10 Fundamentals for Changing the World

I love change…I’m addicted to it. And I adore this free poster made by 20 year old graphic design student, Francesca Ramos. I’m printing one out now to hang in the studio. You want to do the same? Click this link. How do you feel 

Halloween Projects

Here’s a couple of Halloween projects I’ve been working on: Jack-o-lantern Carving I love cutting into a fresh pumpkin, inhaling the rich tangy smell, and getting my hands sticky gooey scooping out the guts. Without pumpkin carving, Halloween just wouldn’t be the same. This year 

It’s not too late to Register

I’m sitting in my living room, sweater on, sipping warm tea, and watching golden leaves float from the trees. I am simply giddy knowing that Fall is here and All Hallow’s Eve is right around the corner. I can’t think of a better way to 

Making Potion Necklaces

I’m so excited to be a part of the first ever DIY Studio party. I will be out on location at Leah’s Spooktacular Birthday and the birthday girl requested that I lead the efforts of making special potion necklaces. With that in mind, I’ve set 

Halloween Fun

I adore Halloween. I love the smell in the air of woodsmoke, crisp leaves crunching underfoot and even love it when it starts to get dark earlier. I’m in the mood for pumpkin spice cookies and ghost stories. But since no one is around (kids 

Diy Studio Debut – slideshow

Who doesn’t love a good makeover project? Well I have some revealing (somewhat shocking) photos to share with you that will make you feel a bit better about your clutter. We have a big garage, however we were lucky to park just one car inside 

Today’s Post, a Video Blog and Unveiling of the Diy Studio!

Kindergarten has officially started, which means I have two hours to myself a day! More time to spend with you! Here’s my first video blog….

Free Peach Honey Labels, download now

Here you go. Simply download and print onto sticker paper.  Enjoy!

Discover Collage, Zine Now Available

Check out my latest zine…a tutorial style zine about Collage. This zine will give you a crash course in basic design and will help you develop a collage making process that is digestible and delicious. Think of this zine as a recipe for making art. 

Make it Monday-Collage Using Basic Design

Tomorrow I’m teaching my first instructional class at Clockworks/C4. Hope you can join me! You don’t have be an expert in drawing or even consider yourself an artist to collage but you will need to have a sense of adventure. But don’t fear, I will 

Magazine Madness- Perfectly Imprudent Puppets

Magazine Madness- Perfectly Imprudent Puppets

Summer has hit us hard. It’s super hot in our old house. We have no central air conditioning to keep us comfortable, yet it’s still cooler inside than outside. Craft activity to the rescue! These absurd magazine puppets are a cinch to make. You’ll need 

Discover Zines – Free Zine Download

Discover Zines – Free Zine Download

Announcing a newly published zine, Discover Zines pdf. Some highlights include: So What’s a Zine? Why Make a Zine History of Zines Zinesters So you Wanna be a Zinester? Step-by-step directions for making Zines I’ll be also be sure to share the community zine Aug 4th. 

Zinesters Unite- Salemites Forced into Submissions

Zinesters Unite- Salemites Forced into Submissions

Last night I harassed numerous artwalk participants to be a part of Salem’s Community Zine. Many people declined, however many, many people participated…87 people to be exact! Most people have never heard of a zine and were a bit skeptical of it’s strange magical powers, 

A New Treasury!

A New Treasury!

Ready, Set , Make! single piece of pattern… washimatta $4.50 USD Mixed Media Collage Gam… TinkersShop $6.00 USD Vintage Pressed Clay Po… destashspecia… $5.00 USD Cool Flinch Playing Car… NomadCraftsSu… $2.50 USD Girl Friday by Cosmo Cr… luckykaerufabric $7.75 USD Vintage Ephemera and Mi… northwestnest