If you use an artist's easel, whether a stand-alone one or a desk top version, keeping track of your brushes can be difficult especially if you work outdoors.  Yes many of the easels come with drawers but while you are in the middle of a painting, especially if...

You can make your child's party a memorable one without breaking the bank. It may require a little effort but if it is worth it, specially if you are considering getting into the party planning business. Alternatively, you could pay a party planner and be involved when needed to select the elements for the party, of course be prepared to pay for that option.

ACEO are original cards created by artists.  It actually stands for “Art Cards Editions and Originals” They are 2.5 x 3.5 inches in size (standard sized for trading cards including sports cards).  They are an affordable way to collect different artists’ work from around the world.  You can...

I love to recycle and I try to reuse and repurpose as many of my crafts and supplies as I can.  But one day when I was in the thrift store I came across an old style wool sweater that had seen better days.  Although I would never wear...

Having a place to hide special things is important.  You can get a proper safe at the bank but sometimes you just want a place to hide some extra cash or other things you might need quickly without having to wait for the bank to open or paying the fees.  Things you just don’t want to leave out.

You can purchase little photo albums, and they are nice enough for showing off your pictures, but wouldn’t it be cool to have something a little more personal?  If you love to do scrapbooking or arts and crafts in general, you can make your very own baby brag book...

If you love to get creative whether drawing, painting, scrapbooking or more, then it can be nice to try some new ideas out in an art journal. You can purchase these art journals in craft stores or online but it can be really fun to recycle books into...

Make photo frames out of plastic lids to up cycle your trash and preserve special memories. Pack gifts into old cereal boxes, decorated with magazine pictures. Add a home made gift tag.

I love arts and crafts and trying new things, but after a couple of moves that also included downsizing, I lost my studio space.  In my old space I took over half the basement where the large windows were and with all the natural light and I filled all...

I find there is nothing more relaxing then disappearing into art, and especially water color painting.  But the one annoyance I do have is that the paper can tend to get what they call “cockles” or a bit wavy.  This doesn’t mean you did something wrong, it happens even...

It's exciting being an aspiring artist and dreaming of creating an online business. You've practiced for years and perhaps taken a few art classes. And now you're ready to make it a career, or at least a side hustle for the time being. Many artists have inspirations that...

Maybe you are just starting out with a craft hobby or business, or maybe you have decided to downsize your home and are looking for a way to fit everything in smoothly, whatever the reason, you need to get a bit creative. I personally had to figure out...

If you have a small space and cant dedicate a specific room to your crafting, but do have a second or spare bedroom, then consider sharing and having the room as a dual purpose room. 

Whether you're an accomplished professional artist or you just want to create an easy piece of art to hang on the wall of your home, texture painting may be for you. Abstract paintings made in this way are very popular, and can look very complicated and sophisticated, despite...

Some fun paper craft projects to help your children unleash their creativity

Find out how an elementary school assignment can bring you and your children closer, and how you can create these fun "green" leprechaun traps.

How to stiffen crochet garments. You can create beautiful gifts with stiffened crochet doilies into a variety of shapes. Whether frilled or made into baskets they will all look great and I believe appreciated as a hand made personal gift.

Ribbing is a technique commonly used at the border to create stretch and an interesting look. Learn how to do ribbing, along with the type of ribbing and knitting needles to use.

Why would you want to make crocheted baby hats? This article covers reasons for making them and which techniques you need to know.

Stained glass or lead lighting is a wonderful hobby to have and enjoy.You can start this as a hobby then if you enjoy doing it then you can create your own home based business.