Finally, I think I have my space in the basement cleaned out and organized enough to actually get some work done. Swappable Charms, the new ATC? In the latest edition of.

Thursday, February 25, 2010. Tuesday, April 13th at 10am we will be gathering to work on altering a book. This should be fun because you can use all kinds of media when you alter a book. I have shown examples of what I am using below. In my case, I wanted to make a book about my family so I picked the book ROOTS so I could use the printing as part of my book. Feel no guilt, Art M.

8220;A curious mind and a courageous soul make for a creative spirit. 8220;Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Wednesday, October 21, 2009. We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. All of you know by now that I am participating in the 3 day breast cancer walk. Thank you again TRPN, you rock! Tuesday, October 13, 2009.

La Maison Rustique URBAN BARN 155 Crest St. Webs and Blogs That I Love! Art Takes A Village. New Location! I have a NEW BLOG. We will be open Wed. New La Maison Rustique URBAN BARN. The next La Maison Rustique.

Monday, April 21, 2008. Portfolio Oil Pastel Tutorial Step 1. Okay, as promised here is my post on how I do my backgrounds using Portfolio Series Oil Pastels. They are so great to use. Remember this technique works so well because the Portfolio Oil Pastels are water soluble. I first start with my blank ATCs that I cut from a cereal box. I always love to use recycled products in my art when I can. Portfolio Oil Pastel Tutorial Step 2.

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