Do you love stamps? Like many crafters, you probably started with inks (and there's already quite a wide range of ink types available: chalk, pigment, dye). But you can get interesting effects by using another coloring medium, watercolor crayons. Watercolor crayons are great for stamps. You get a soft yet vibrant effect, but more translucent than if you used acrylic paints. … [Read more...] about How to use Watercolor Crayons on Stamps
7 Ways to Use Leftover Scrapbook Supplies
After making several scrapbook layouts, you will realize that you've accumulated quite a bit of leftover paper and embellishments. You can't bear to throw any of them away, but what do you do with all the mismatched odds and ends, like the chipboard letters that don't spell any words or the tiny bits of ribbon and cardstock? Many scrapbookers will keep these leftovers in a … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Use Leftover Scrapbook Supplies
7 Easy Steps for Decoupage Projects
Decoupage (French for 'cut') is a simple craft that can create stunning decorate effects. As the name implies, you cut out pictures and then stick them on different surfaces: papier-mache boxes, wooden furniture, ceramics, metal. The art form first emerged in twelfth century China but became very popular in France and the rest of Europe in the 17th century. Marie Antoinette, … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Steps for Decoupage Projects
8 Basic Kinds of Scrapbook Embellishments
Scrapbooking is a great hobby, and it's much simpler than many people think! There are thousands of ready-made scrapbook embellishments that can add instant color and drama to a layout. You can mixed and match these according to your personal style, or use a pre-prepared kit so you can finish a project in minutes. For a bigger creative challenge, you can buy 'raw' … [Read more...] about 8 Basic Kinds of Scrapbook Embellishments
8 Life Skills That Kids Get from Doing Crafts
Art paper and crayons may seem 'boring' and 'outdated' to a child who's used to flashy video games and battery-operated toys. However, many experts urge parents to get kids to do at least one hour of arts and crafts a week. Your child may balk a bit ('But mom, my favorite cartoon is showing!') but he'll eventually enjoy it…and will definitely learn a lot from it. There's … [Read more...] about 8 Life Skills That Kids Get from Doing Crafts