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Brit & Co Craft Kits Now at Target!

May 5, 2017

With the decline of the dedicated local craft and toy stores, it makes me happy when I see new craft kits or supplies on Big Box Store shelves. Last week on my run to Target I spotted some new craft kits from Brit & Co. These are not your average “little kid” crafts. As a matter of fact, I’d try ANY of them. I made you a little video, and there are photos of some of them after the jump. […]

Pebeo Paints Part 2: Fantasy Paints (Prisme & Moon)

May 2, 2017

Last week I shared my obsession with Pebeo paints and covered the Vitrail, Opale, and Ceramic formulas. Today we continue with the “Fantasy” Pebeo Paints, Moon & Prisme. These amazing formulas are self-reactive- that means that they MOVE and SHIFT to create their own patterns! Disclosure: samples provided for review purposes only. My opinions are honest and my own, and based on first-hand experience with the product. Some links contained in the post are affiliate links. So…. let’s start with the […]

Show and Share: Eastern Palace Premiere Bundle from Stampin’ UP!

April 28, 2017

Eastern Palace Premiere Bundle from Stampin' UP

Today we are taking a look at the Eastern Palace Premiere Bundle from Stampin’ UP. Take a look at the new products and how I got inspired to make a TON of cards and tags! (Product provided for review.) Just a reminder- I’m not a SU demonstrator, but I AM a fan of their products. The company graciously sent me the new Eastern Palace Premiere Bundle to play with. (After all, I like goodies AND challenges. And nothing like new products […]

Pebeo Liquid Oil Paints- Part 1: Vitrail, Opale, and Ceramic

April 25, 2017

I’ve been playing with reviewing Pebeo Liquid Oil Paints for about a year now. I’m truly embarrassed that it’s taken me so long to publish my findings- but the Mixed Media line is so…BIG. And kind of complex. So I’m getting right with my God and sharing what I know with you. Disclaimer: these paints were provided for review purposes; they are generally a fine-art medium, which I’m not- so please excuse any errors. I attempt to explain them AS […]

Flower Fairies and Woodland Sprite Earth Day Craft

April 18, 2017

Hey Crafty Friends! I’m back today with another recycle kids craft for Earth Day and/or Spring. These little Flower Fairies and Woodland Sprites have a little musical tinkle, too, due to the hidden jingle bell. They tinkle merrily in the breeze or on your kid’s back pack! I designed this project for Creativity Connection which is owned by Faber Castell. But it’s so fun (and kind of addicting) that I had to share it here, too. You probably already have […]

Brand New Tim Holtz & Ranger Ink Distress Oxide Review

April 12, 2017

Distress Oxide Review and Demo

Hello crafters! Today we are taking a look at the brand new distress oxide inks from Tim Holtz and Ranger Ink. These are a brand new kind of ink pad on the market. According to Ranger, distress oxide inks are, “Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pads are water-reactive dye & pigment ink fusion that creates and oxidized effect when sprayed with water. Use with stamps, stencils, and direct to surface. Blend using Ink Blending Tools and Foam. Re-ink using Distress […]

Folk Art Color Shift Acrylic Paints

April 7, 2017

I love to review and try out new acrylic paints- they are so versatile for wood, paper, mixed media, home decor- EVERYTHING! And these new Color Shift paints from Folk Art are seriously blowing my mind. Rich, shimmery colors with a flash of iridescence- it makes my crafty heart go pitter-pat. From the Plaid Website: Give your next DIY craft project a metallic luster that shifts in changing light with FolkArt Color Shift Metallic Paint! Part of the FolkArt creative […]

Speed Collage- 7 Layers and in a Series

April 4, 2017

art tags, mixed media, collage

By now most of you know that I run the One Little Tag Craft Challenge group on Facebook- and our goal is always to make art in small form to practice techniques, experiment with new media, refine our artistic skills and treat ourselves to art time. (Which is why we work on tags- small surface!) A while ago I started refining my process by making all of my tags and prepping my backgrounds at the beginning of my week- so […]

Craft Haul from Hobby Lobby March 2016

March 31, 2017

I was Periscoping the other day and doing some poured art using Pebeo liquid oils. (I know, I totally have to get that review up and ready!) One of my watchers told me that the Pebeos were on clearance at Hobby Lobby, so I made a pilgrimage to the closest store (an hour away) to see what they had. And of course, I came out with….MORE! Take a look: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=ifF2Nt8Ulsc So how about you- do you ever go in for […]

Comparison of Zig Real Brush Markers and Jane Davenport Mermaid Markers

March 29, 2017

Comparison of Zig Real Brush Markers with Jane Davenport Mermaid Markers.

Almost as soon as they came out, the question started rolling in: are Zig Real Brush Markers the same as Jane Davenport Mermaid Markers? If I have Zigs, to I need the Mermaid ones? Well, let’s answer that question today! Disclosure: this post is not sponsored, and I purchased the items for the comparison myself. Some of the links below may be affiliate links, which support free and unbiased reviews/comparisons, and incur no extra cost to you. Thank you! First, […]

Mermaid Markers by Jane Davenport, at Michael’s Stores

March 21, 2017

When is a marker not really a marker? When it’s a Mermaid Marker by Jane Davenport, I guess! These “markers” are really waterbrushes filled with yummy watercolors. And these have been FLYING off of the shelves at Michael’s Stores. Let’s take a look! These are super bright and super concentrated. This is how Jane describes them on her website: Create a stunning masterpiece with these Jane Davenport mermaid markers. Pre-filled with bright dye-based ink, these brush pens are perfect for […]

Target Craft Haul from Dollar Spot & Clearance

March 17, 2017

Let’s see what crafting goodies you can get at the Dollar Spot section of Target in March 2017. I’ll show you what I got from the Clearance section, too, and the cards I made. 🙂 Who doesn’t love a good craft bargain? And if you’d like a closer look at some of those cards…. I had so much fun playing yesterday= and on the cheap, too! Do you shop sales? Which stores do you like best? Share your tips […]

Fireworks Sprays Shimmer Dyes from Imagine Crafts

March 14, 2017

Today we are taking a look at a product that’s been around a while- Fireworks! Shimmer Sprays from Imagine Crafts. These sparkly, dye-based opaque shimmer sprays are pretty amazing. Disclosure: product provided for review purposes. My opinions are honest and based on my first-hand experience with the product. I was not compensated for this review. Some links below may be affiliate links, which help support this website with no added cost to you. 🙂 So…. these have been around for […]

NEW New Jersey Studio- Volume One!

March 10, 2017

Craft Room Studio and Tour

Well, it’s hard to imagine that as of today we have been in New Jersey only six weeks. In some ways, it feels a lot longer. I’m now in the home stretch of organizing and I wanted to give y’all an update! The funny thing is… I realized I never even gave you the FIRST glances at the craft room! I had done quite a few Periscopes on the craft room– from the first look, to the painted version, to […]

Nuvo Glitters from Tonic Studios- Pure Sheen and Sparkle Dust

March 7, 2017

Let’s take a look at GLITTER- shall we? Today we will look at two glitters from Tonic Studios- Nuvo Pure Sheen and Nuvo Sparkle Dust. We’ll see how they swatch out on white and dark paper (some have iridescent sparkles) as well as how they perform with 2-way glue, dry adhesive tape, and sticky embossing powder. Note: Product was provided for review purposes, but my opinions are honest and my own and based on my first-had experiences with the products. […]

Nuvo Creative Pens from Tonic Studios

March 2, 2017

Nuvo Creative Pens are Alcohol-based markers from Tonic USA.

Here’s another new goodie from Tonic Studios- alcohol markers! Nuvo Creative Pens are a non-refillable marker that have a wonderful ergonomic grip and some lovely bright colors. Let’s take a look in this video review and demo! Disclosure: samples provided for review purposes; my review is based on my first-hand experience and use of the product, and the brand had no say in my review. Some links in this post are affiliate links and using them will incur no extra […]

The Benefits of Crafting

February 27, 2017

two hearts, broken hearts, heart collage

Crafting and Health- Benefits for Mind, Body and Spirit. (Note: this article originally appeared in the Craft Industry Today magazine, published by the Association for Creative Industries, formerly the Craft and Hobby Association.) If you ask any artist or crafter, you will hear a variety of comments about how art-making or crafting makes them feel: “I get in the zone.” “All my troubles melt away.” “I feel so much better when I’m creative.” So anecdotally, even instinctively, […]

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