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A Sweet Faerie Child

I painted a Faerie that I made into a jointed paper doll. Faces I paint usually come from otherworldly realms, not from my imagination. Magic is in everything! Continue reading

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Hearth Magic to Bless the New Year: Papercutting

For a kitchen witch and anyone else who wants to do it, this magic is so easy that children can join in. Continue reading

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DIY Rubbing Plates

How to make rubbing plates by painting old CDs with Jones Tones metallic fabric paint. Upcycling for fabric art. 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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Mystic Garden Lamp, an Upcycling Project

Scored at the second-hand store! Hobnail milk-glass lamp: $5. Plus a $2 lampshade with masculine, modern lines to counterpoint the lamp’s old-fashioned femininity. Nevertheless, the shade required tweaking to harmonize with the lamp. The shade also had stains that needed … Continue reading

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