Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. We eat pumpkin pie made with my grandmother’s special recipe, we watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and we play cards while we nibble on leftovers. On Saturday, we have a big family Thanksgiving meal with extended relatives from all over the world. It’s a time to remind […]

“It’s always the small pieces that make the big picture.” This sentiment reflects the process for creating this plaque perfectly. This plaque is an easy stenciling technique that doesn’t really look like anything special until the last step when the spray ink is applied. Then it comes to life with vibrant color. Try this with […]

The leaves are slowly changing colors here in California and we had our first rain of the fall/winter seasons. However, we’re already well into the swing of things with fall and are all enjoying our pumpkin spice, apple cider, and tall boots. Even if the leaves are a little slow in revealing their autumn colors, […]

  “I love creating miniature collages set in resin. I first learned the resin-layering technique during a class with Jen Cushman. In the second class I took with her, the Iced Enamel base added a whole new dimension to my jewelry. I love the worn, painted look it creates in the bezel. When you begin […]

Nothing says Halloween like flickering candlelight and spooky shadows. Whether you’re telling ghost stories or getting ready for the trick-or-treaters, these candle silhouettes are perfect for setting the mood this Halloween.