Tag Archives: Francesca De Grandis

Faerie Taoism

We’re born magic. Born stardust. Born touching Divinity. Continue reading →

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The Dark Is Still Deep

Happy new year! A blessing on our 2014: Music about post-Yule darkness and light. The Dark Is Still Deep Francesca De Grandis The light returns. My friends draw near, my friend the deer, my friend the air, my friend the … Continue reading →

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100 People

The update about the 100 People project—the date of the transmission and other new details—is here. You made this happen, check it out. Below, I left the original 100 People post, in case anyone ever wants to see it: _____________________________ … Continue reading →

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Heart-Based Promotional Copy

Marketing needn’t be unethical hype. Here are four tips for writing ethical, effective marketing copy that comes from the heart. Continue reading →

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My Heart’s a Drum

My Heart’s a Drum (Francesca De Grandis, 2013) Sun bright, stars near, may my kindred spirits hear the call I make—my heart a drum that’s calling tribe: “Come! Come!” Come! There’s a Faerie Solstice ritual on Monday June 24, from … Continue reading →

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Happy Sunny Oil

I just finished making dandelion oil. This is a wonderful happy sunny event. Let me share my old herbal journal notes: May 5, 2007: Put fresh dandelion blossoms in safflower oil, in crockpot for maybe five hours. (I forgot it … Continue reading →

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Silk Luminaries DIY

I love candle light and pretty candleholders, but my rambunctious kitty would set the house on fire. Elizabeth Buffington suggested I whipstitch 3″ square silk “hoops” together to make a luminary with LED tea lights. I got obsessed creating designs, … Continue reading →

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How to Use Resist

How to Use Jacquard Permanent Water Based Resist in Silk Painting Some folks want me to share how I use resists,  hence the following instructions. Dye spreads every-which-way on silk unless resist lines contain it. Dharma Trading Company, a major … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Spring and Summer Wreath Tutorial

Being a fantasy artist influences how I decorate my home. I might start by imagining how Faeries would adorn their abodes. In the case of a Spring and Summer wreath, I think they might make it sparkly, wild, and whimsical. … Continue reading →

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From Shirt to Skirt

From Shirt to Skirt – Up-Cycle Project It’s snowing here, but spring is in my heart! Used-clothing stores carry hosts of men’s T-shirts in mint condition. I’m excited I figured out how to up-cycle one into a darling skirt. I … Continue reading →

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