It's time for our July Book Club! Just as a reminder, each month I choose a crafty book from my bookshelf and create something inspired by the book. I hope you'll be inspired to do the same.
This month I chose More Fabric Art Collage by Rebekah Meier.
I also own the first book in this series, Fabric Art Collage. And that book is the reason that Rebekah and I met. Come with me on a trip down memory lane:
At one of my first CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) shows, I saw a woman in the ladies room with a fabulous bag. I complimented her. She thanked me and told me that it was a technique from her book. I asked her for the title of her book. She told me and I told her that I had just bought her book. What a coincidence! We introduced ourselves and she told me that she remembered seeing me on an episode of Quilting Arts TV. What a small world!
Personal relationship aside, I chose Rebekah's book because it is packed with awesome information for art quilters, mixed media artists, and paper people alike. Rebekah's first book had 40 techniques. This one has a whopping 64. I have to use the word "packed" again in order to describe this book because it is packed with colorful photos and examples.
Let's take a look at the table of contents:
- Introduction
- Tools & Supplies: Very comprehenisve at six pages long. Gives you plenty of information about choosing the right tools and supplies.
- Surface Design: Includes collagraph, stenciling, and thermofax screens.
- Resists, Paints, and Washes: Includes monoprints, soy wax batik, and acrylic resists.
- Fabrics and Foundations: Includes painted felt, paper towel fabric, and tea bag fabric.
- Acrylic Texture Mediums: Includes gesso, fluid mediums, and gel mediums.
- Stabilizers and Alternative Materials: Includes Lutrador, Timtex, Peltex, and fast2fuse.
- Paper Techniques: Includes painted wallpaper, painted tissue paper, and Mul-Tex.
- Embellishments: Includes clay buttons, reverse appliqué, and metal tape.
- Display: In this chapter Rebekah makes suggestions for how to display your fabric art collages.
- Scrap Magic: Examples of how to use scraps to create ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) and greeting cards.
- Projects: Seven projects with step-by-step directions, which incorporate many of the techniques from the book. Projects include a Mixed Media Tapestry and a Tag Book.
- Gallery
- Resources
- About the Author
All of the artwork in the book is Rebekah's and she has a very distinct style. I would call it geometric shabby chic. Her color palette tends towards the very soft and pretty pastels. Very romantic. But of course, you can take any of the techniques and make them work with your own color palette and personal style.
Here's what I made (and the photos do not do the shiny metal justice):
I used Rebekah's method for embossing foil tape.
When I first looked through this book I was a bit overwhelmed. It is so densely packed (there's that word again) with information that it actually feels a little intimidating. Each page is full to the brim with instructions and images and examples. My eyes keep darting across the overfull pages instead of focusing on the task at hand. But now that I've worked on a project inspired by the book I can tell you that I'm looking forward to diving in again soon!
More Fabric Art Collage would be a great addition to any crafty library. I think it's particularly useful to someone who is looking for an overview of many different techniques. It's like a mixed media sampler. You get a little taste of many different flavors.
As a special bonus, and thanks to the generosity of Doris Donnerstag, I have a copy of Rebekah's first book in this series, Fabric Art Collage up for grabs!
Doris was kind enough to send me several art books and, as you know from my trip down memory lane, this is one that I already own. So I'm delighted to send the new copy off to a happy home!
If you would like to win a copy of Fabric Art Collage, leave an answer to the following question in the comments section of this blog:
What is your favorite art/craft book and why?
I'll announce the winner this weekend (along with a brand new blog feature – yay!)
Thanks for stopping by!
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I have so many craft books…oh how can you pick your favorite? It would be like picking a favorite child! So I will pick the one I purchased last week – Kristen Robinson – Tales of Adornment. It has inspiring images and easy to understand directions. This is my first visit to your blog, it popped up on the front page of typepad. It’s a really fun blog..I’ll be back to visit!
I have so many craft books…oh how can you pick your favorite? It would be like picking a favorite child! So I will pick the one I purchased last week – Kristen Robinson – Tales of Adornment. It has inspiring images and easy to understand directions. This is my first visit to your blog, it popped up on the front page of typepad. It’s a really fun blog..I’ll be back to visit!
I have so many craft books…oh how can you pick your favorite? It would be like picking a favorite child! So I will pick the one I purchased last week – Kristen Robinson – Tales of Adornment. It has inspiring images and easy to understand directions. This is my first visit to your blog, it popped up on the front page of typepad. It’s a really fun blog..I’ll be back to visit!
I have so many craft books…oh how can you pick your favorite? It would be like picking a favorite child! So I will pick the one I purchased last week – Kristen Robinson – Tales of Adornment. It has inspiring images and easy to understand directions. This is my first visit to your blog, it popped up on the front page of typepad. It’s a really fun blog..I’ll be back to visit!
I have so many craft books…oh how can you pick your favorite? It would be like picking a favorite child! So I will pick the one I purchased last week – Kristen Robinson – Tales of Adornment. It has inspiring images and easy to understand directions. This is my first visit to your blog, it popped up on the front page of typepad. It’s a really fun blog..I’ll be back to visit!
True Colors, edited by Lynne Perrella. Although I own many such books, this is the one that inspired me to get into art journaling, and the wonderful world of collaborative projects. Besides, in one book you get to see the work of many of the very bestixeefia artists out there.
True Colors, edited by Lynne Perrella. Although I own many such books, this is the one that inspired me to get into art journaling, and the wonderful world of collaborative projects. Besides, in one book you get to see the work of many of the very bestixeefia artists out there.
True Colors, edited by Lynne Perrella. Although I own many such books, this is the one that inspired me to get into art journaling, and the wonderful world of collaborative projects. Besides, in one book you get to see the work of many of the very bestixeefia artists out there.
True Colors, edited by Lynne Perrella. Although I own many such books, this is the one that inspired me to get into art journaling, and the wonderful world of collaborative projects. Besides, in one book you get to see the work of many of the very bestixeefia artists out there.
True Colors, edited by Lynne Perrella. Although I own many such books, this is the one that inspired me to get into art journaling, and the wonderful world of collaborative projects. Besides, in one book you get to see the work of many of the very bestixeefia artists out there.
Crafting books are a huge source of imspiration for me so I feel like I can never have too many. My favorite book is Altered Art by tweetyjill publications but that ties with an old copy of Somerset Studio! I love the gallery samples. Such amazing artist out there to learn from!
Crafting books are a huge source of imspiration for me so I feel like I can never have too many. My favorite book is Altered Art by tweetyjill publications but that ties with an old copy of Somerset Studio! I love the gallery samples. Such amazing artist out there to learn from!
Crafting books are a huge source of imspiration for me so I feel like I can never have too many. My favorite book is Altered Art by tweetyjill publications but that ties with an old copy of Somerset Studio! I love the gallery samples. Such amazing artist out there to learn from!
Crafting books are a huge source of imspiration for me so I feel like I can never have too many. My favorite book is Altered Art by tweetyjill publications but that ties with an old copy of Somerset Studio! I love the gallery samples. Such amazing artist out there to learn from!
Crafting books are a huge source of imspiration for me so I feel like I can never have too many. My favorite book is Altered Art by tweetyjill publications but that ties with an old copy of Somerset Studio! I love the gallery samples. Such amazing artist out there to learn from!
Impossible to choose, but maybe art+quilt by Lyric Kinard. I don’t quilt very often but the design principles and creativity exercises work in any medium.
Impossible to choose, but maybe art+quilt by Lyric Kinard. I don’t quilt very often but the design principles and creativity exercises work in any medium.
Impossible to choose, but maybe art+quilt by Lyric Kinard. I don’t quilt very often but the design principles and creativity exercises work in any medium.
Impossible to choose, but maybe art+quilt by Lyric Kinard. I don’t quilt very often but the design principles and creativity exercises work in any medium.
Impossible to choose, but maybe art+quilt by Lyric Kinard. I don’t quilt very often but the design principles and creativity exercises work in any medium.
I am still pretty new to art journaling but have already managed to put together a pretty sizable stack of books about the subject. My first love will always be reading. I would say my favorite, at the moment, is Raw Art Journaling by Quinn McDonald. I like it because it talks about technique but also ways to creatively incorporate words into your art journaling. I had a fear of putting words on my pretty backgrounds but Quinn’s book changed that for me recently so for now it is my favorite.
I am still pretty new to art journaling but have already managed to put together a pretty sizable stack of books about the subject. My first love will always be reading. I would say my favorite, at the moment, is Raw Art Journaling by Quinn McDonald. I like it because it talks about technique but also ways to creatively incorporate words into your art journaling. I had a fear of putting words on my pretty backgrounds but Quinn’s book changed that for me recently so for now it is my favorite.
I am still pretty new to art journaling but have already managed to put together a pretty sizable stack of books about the subject. My first love will always be reading. I would say my favorite, at the moment, is Raw Art Journaling by Quinn McDonald. I like it because it talks about technique but also ways to creatively incorporate words into your art journaling. I had a fear of putting words on my pretty backgrounds but Quinn’s book changed that for me recently so for now it is my favorite.
I am still pretty new to art journaling but have already managed to put together a pretty sizable stack of books about the subject. My first love will always be reading. I would say my favorite, at the moment, is Raw Art Journaling by Quinn McDonald. I like it because it talks about technique but also ways to creatively incorporate words into your art journaling. I had a fear of putting words on my pretty backgrounds but Quinn’s book changed that for me recently so for now it is my favorite.
I am still pretty new to art journaling but have already managed to put together a pretty sizable stack of books about the subject. My first love will always be reading. I would say my favorite, at the moment, is Raw Art Journaling by Quinn McDonald. I like it because it talks about technique but also ways to creatively incorporate words into your art journaling. I had a fear of putting words on my pretty backgrounds but Quinn’s book changed that for me recently so for now it is my favorite.
I really love your embossed metal foil project! There are a lot of inspiring crafting books out there, so it’s hard to choose. But, being a rubber stamper, I’m very fond of Art Specially Stamping Techniques step by step. Thanks for the chance to win!
I really love your embossed metal foil project! There are a lot of inspiring crafting books out there, so it’s hard to choose. But, being a rubber stamper, I’m very fond of Art Specially Stamping Techniques step by step. Thanks for the chance to win!
I really love your embossed metal foil project! There are a lot of inspiring crafting books out there, so it’s hard to choose. But, being a rubber stamper, I’m very fond of Art Specially Stamping Techniques step by step. Thanks for the chance to win!
I really love your embossed metal foil project! There are a lot of inspiring crafting books out there, so it’s hard to choose. But, being a rubber stamper, I’m very fond of Art Specially Stamping Techniques step by step. Thanks for the chance to win!
I really love your embossed metal foil project! There are a lot of inspiring crafting books out there, so it’s hard to choose. But, being a rubber stamper, I’m very fond of Art Specially Stamping Techniques step by step. Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite is The Usborne Book of ART Skills by Fiona Watt, because it is the first art book that I ever purchased. (it was intended for my grandchildren) The illustrations are clear and colorful…many techniques are described. I am fairly new to the mixed media craze, but it is such a wonderful pastime for a retired “color freak” from the 60s!
My favorite is The Usborne Book of ART Skills by Fiona Watt, because it is the first art book that I ever purchased. (it was intended for my grandchildren) The illustrations are clear and colorful…many techniques are described. I am fairly new to the mixed media craze, but it is such a wonderful pastime for a retired “color freak” from the 60s!
My favorite is The Usborne Book of ART Skills by Fiona Watt, because it is the first art book that I ever purchased. (it was intended for my grandchildren) The illustrations are clear and colorful…many techniques are described. I am fairly new to the mixed media craze, but it is such a wonderful pastime for a retired “color freak” from the 60s!
My favorite is The Usborne Book of ART Skills by Fiona Watt, because it is the first art book that I ever purchased. (it was intended for my grandchildren) The illustrations are clear and colorful…many techniques are described. I am fairly new to the mixed media craze, but it is such a wonderful pastime for a retired “color freak” from the 60s!
My favorite is The Usborne Book of ART Skills by Fiona Watt, because it is the first art book that I ever purchased. (it was intended for my grandchildren) The illustrations are clear and colorful…many techniques are described. I am fairly new to the mixed media craze, but it is such a wonderful pastime for a retired “color freak” from the 60s!
I love any or all of Judith Baker Montano’s crazy quilt books because she uses so many
different techniques and her work is inspiring. Thanks for the chance to win.
Marianne in NJ
I love any or all of Judith Baker Montano’s crazy quilt books because she uses so many
different techniques and her work is inspiring. Thanks for the chance to win.
Marianne in NJ
I love any or all of Judith Baker Montano’s crazy quilt books because she uses so many
different techniques and her work is inspiring. Thanks for the chance to win.
Marianne in NJ
I love any or all of Judith Baker Montano’s crazy quilt books because she uses so many
different techniques and her work is inspiring. Thanks for the chance to win.
Marianne in NJ
I love any or all of Judith Baker Montano’s crazy quilt books because she uses so many
different techniques and her work is inspiring. Thanks for the chance to win.
Marianne in NJ
Gosh, it’s hard to decide on my favorite since I tend to love them all. Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is one of my most loved. Thanks for the opportunity. I ended up buying the last book you highlighted!!
Gosh, it’s hard to decide on my favorite since I tend to love them all. Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is one of my most loved. Thanks for the opportunity. I ended up buying the last book you highlighted!!
Gosh, it’s hard to decide on my favorite since I tend to love them all. Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is one of my most loved. Thanks for the opportunity. I ended up buying the last book you highlighted!!
Gosh, it’s hard to decide on my favorite since I tend to love them all. Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is one of my most loved. Thanks for the opportunity. I ended up buying the last book you highlighted!!
Gosh, it’s hard to decide on my favorite since I tend to love them all. Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is one of my most loved. Thanks for the opportunity. I ended up buying the last book you highlighted!!
I really enjoy books but have not bought many in a while. I have been leaning more toward Art Journal style books but don’t have a real favorite. I want a book that inspires me to make things. That gives me freedom to explore a new skill.
I really enjoy books but have not bought many in a while. I have been leaning more toward Art Journal style books but don’t have a real favorite. I want a book that inspires me to make things. That gives me freedom to explore a new skill.
I really enjoy books but have not bought many in a while. I have been leaning more toward Art Journal style books but don’t have a real favorite. I want a book that inspires me to make things. That gives me freedom to explore a new skill.
I really enjoy books but have not bought many in a while. I have been leaning more toward Art Journal style books but don’t have a real favorite. I want a book that inspires me to make things. That gives me freedom to explore a new skill.
I really enjoy books but have not bought many in a while. I have been leaning more toward Art Journal style books but don’t have a real favorite. I want a book that inspires me to make things. That gives me freedom to explore a new skill.
I’m sorry to say that I don’t have many art books but last mother’s day I asked for Kelly Rae-Roberts book ‘Taking Flight’ and was introduced to new materials and techniques through some easy-to-follow projects. One of these was the first time I used fabric in a project and I am hooked now: I know I’d get a lot from Rebekah’s book. I’m already in love with the cover projects!
I’m sorry to say that I don’t have many art books but last mother’s day I asked for Kelly Rae-Roberts book ‘Taking Flight’ and was introduced to new materials and techniques through some easy-to-follow projects. One of these was the first time I used fabric in a project and I am hooked now: I know I’d get a lot from Rebekah’s book. I’m already in love with the cover projects!
I’m sorry to say that I don’t have many art books but last mother’s day I asked for Kelly Rae-Roberts book ‘Taking Flight’ and was introduced to new materials and techniques through some easy-to-follow projects. One of these was the first time I used fabric in a project and I am hooked now: I know I’d get a lot from Rebekah’s book. I’m already in love with the cover projects!
I’m sorry to say that I don’t have many art books but last mother’s day I asked for Kelly Rae-Roberts book ‘Taking Flight’ and was introduced to new materials and techniques through some easy-to-follow projects. One of these was the first time I used fabric in a project and I am hooked now: I know I’d get a lot from Rebekah’s book. I’m already in love with the cover projects!
I’m sorry to say that I don’t have many art books but last mother’s day I asked for Kelly Rae-Roberts book ‘Taking Flight’ and was introduced to new materials and techniques through some easy-to-follow projects. One of these was the first time I used fabric in a project and I am hooked now: I know I’d get a lot from Rebekah’s book. I’m already in love with the cover projects!
I have been working with fabric collage, but could use some new and creative ideas!
I have been working with fabric collage, but could use some new and creative ideas!
I have been working with fabric collage, but could use some new and creative ideas!
I have been working with fabric collage, but could use some new and creative ideas!
I have been working with fabric collage, but could use some new and creative ideas!
“Taking Flight” by Kelly Rae Roberts. My introduction as well to this world of art. I completed every project and was hooked!
“Taking Flight” by Kelly Rae Roberts. My introduction as well to this world of art. I completed every project and was hooked!
“Taking Flight” by Kelly Rae Roberts. My introduction as well to this world of art. I completed every project and was hooked!
“Taking Flight” by Kelly Rae Roberts. My introduction as well to this world of art. I completed every project and was hooked!
“Taking Flight” by Kelly Rae Roberts. My introduction as well to this world of art. I completed every project and was hooked!
My favorite book is definitely artists journals and sketchbooks by Lynne perrella. . Why? Because this is one of the first books I ever bought, it is stacked with loads of ideas, and she is the queen of mixed media. I bought this book way before I even thought about art journalling. I just loved the colour and all the amazing ideas inside this treasure trove of a book.
My favorite book is definitely artists journals and sketchbooks by Lynne perrella. . Why? Because this is one of the first books I ever bought, it is stacked with loads of ideas, and she is the queen of mixed media. I bought this book way before I even thought about art journalling. I just loved the colour and all the amazing ideas inside this treasure trove of a book.
My favorite book is definitely artists journals and sketchbooks by Lynne perrella. . Why? Because this is one of the first books I ever bought, it is stacked with loads of ideas, and she is the queen of mixed media. I bought this book way before I even thought about art journalling. I just loved the colour and all the amazing ideas inside this treasure trove of a book.
My favorite book is definitely artists journals and sketchbooks by Lynne perrella. . Why? Because this is one of the first books I ever bought, it is stacked with loads of ideas, and she is the queen of mixed media. I bought this book way before I even thought about art journalling. I just loved the colour and all the amazing ideas inside this treasure trove of a book.
My favorite book is definitely artists journals and sketchbooks by Lynne perrella. . Why? Because this is one of the first books I ever bought, it is stacked with loads of ideas, and she is the queen of mixed media. I bought this book way before I even thought about art journalling. I just loved the colour and all the amazing ideas inside this treasure trove of a book.
Wow! This is a beautiful book. I think it would be so much fun! It is hard to choose a favorite of my collection. I guess today it would have to be “Cards That Pop-up, Flip, and Slide” by Michael Jacobs. I would love to create interactive scrapbook pages and cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow! This is a beautiful book. I think it would be so much fun! It is hard to choose a favorite of my collection. I guess today it would have to be “Cards That Pop-up, Flip, and Slide” by Michael Jacobs. I would love to create interactive scrapbook pages and cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow! This is a beautiful book. I think it would be so much fun! It is hard to choose a favorite of my collection. I guess today it would have to be “Cards That Pop-up, Flip, and Slide” by Michael Jacobs. I would love to create interactive scrapbook pages and cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow! This is a beautiful book. I think it would be so much fun! It is hard to choose a favorite of my collection. I guess today it would have to be “Cards That Pop-up, Flip, and Slide” by Michael Jacobs. I would love to create interactive scrapbook pages and cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow! This is a beautiful book. I think it would be so much fun! It is hard to choose a favorite of my collection. I guess today it would have to be “Cards That Pop-up, Flip, and Slide” by Michael Jacobs. I would love to create interactive scrapbook pages and cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
I have many, but the one I keep going back to is Journal
Spilling…It is packed with so many creative ideas.
I have many, but the one I keep going back to is Journal
Spilling…It is packed with so many creative ideas.
I have many, but the one I keep going back to is Journal
Spilling…It is packed with so many creative ideas.
I have many, but the one I keep going back to is Journal
Spilling…It is packed with so many creative ideas.
I have many, but the one I keep going back to is Journal
Spilling…It is packed with so many creative ideas.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage since I am kind of new to mixed media, but am lovin it. My favorite quilt book (I’m a quilter) is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke, but I am looking forward to collecting mixed media books now. Thanks for sharing!
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage since I am kind of new to mixed media, but am lovin it. My favorite quilt book (I’m a quilter) is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke, but I am looking forward to collecting mixed media books now. Thanks for sharing!
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage since I am kind of new to mixed media, but am lovin it. My favorite quilt book (I’m a quilter) is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke, but I am looking forward to collecting mixed media books now. Thanks for sharing!
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage since I am kind of new to mixed media, but am lovin it. My favorite quilt book (I’m a quilter) is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke, but I am looking forward to collecting mixed media books now. Thanks for sharing!
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage since I am kind of new to mixed media, but am lovin it. My favorite quilt book (I’m a quilter) is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke, but I am looking forward to collecting mixed media books now. Thanks for sharing!
Funny that this is the book; just before I read today’s post, I ‘d browsed thru Rebekah’s first book which is in my personal library and found some notes I’d written when I first read in 2009. Coincidence? Serendipity? Whatever, off to Amazon for the 2nd…
Funny that this is the book; just before I read today’s post, I ‘d browsed thru Rebekah’s first book which is in my personal library and found some notes I’d written when I first read in 2009. Coincidence? Serendipity? Whatever, off to Amazon for the 2nd…
Funny that this is the book; just before I read today’s post, I ‘d browsed thru Rebekah’s first book which is in my personal library and found some notes I’d written when I first read in 2009. Coincidence? Serendipity? Whatever, off to Amazon for the 2nd…
Funny that this is the book; just before I read today’s post, I ‘d browsed thru Rebekah’s first book which is in my personal library and found some notes I’d written when I first read in 2009. Coincidence? Serendipity? Whatever, off to Amazon for the 2nd…
Funny that this is the book; just before I read today’s post, I ‘d browsed thru Rebekah’s first book which is in my personal library and found some notes I’d written when I first read in 2009. Coincidence? Serendipity? Whatever, off to Amazon for the 2nd…
I havé too manu books, too! I love thé book cailles ART SAVES.
Thank you for this book club, I lové thé concept!
I havé too manu books, too! I love thé book cailles ART SAVES.
Thank you for this book club, I lové thé concept!
I havé too manu books, too! I love thé book cailles ART SAVES.
Thank you for this book club, I lové thé concept!
I havé too manu books, too! I love thé book cailles ART SAVES.
Thank you for this book club, I lové thé concept!
I havé too manu books, too! I love thé book cailles ART SAVES.
Thank you for this book club, I lové thé concept!
Objects of Reflection: A Soulful Journey Through Assemblage by Annie Lockhart is an all-time fave of mine. I love how she shows ways to create assemblage pieces that incorporate your own meaning & the book gives journaling prompts as you go along. It’s wonderful!
Objects of Reflection: A Soulful Journey Through Assemblage by Annie Lockhart is an all-time fave of mine. I love how she shows ways to create assemblage pieces that incorporate your own meaning & the book gives journaling prompts as you go along. It’s wonderful!
Objects of Reflection: A Soulful Journey Through Assemblage by Annie Lockhart is an all-time fave of mine. I love how she shows ways to create assemblage pieces that incorporate your own meaning & the book gives journaling prompts as you go along. It’s wonderful!
Objects of Reflection: A Soulful Journey Through Assemblage by Annie Lockhart is an all-time fave of mine. I love how she shows ways to create assemblage pieces that incorporate your own meaning & the book gives journaling prompts as you go along. It’s wonderful!
Objects of Reflection: A Soulful Journey Through Assemblage by Annie Lockhart is an all-time fave of mine. I love how she shows ways to create assemblage pieces that incorporate your own meaning & the book gives journaling prompts as you go along. It’s wonderful!
I like far too many to say…but the one that got stretching towards mixed media from just scrapbooking was Allie Edwards “Life Art”. I also love a book by Misty Mawn called “Unfurling”. I am just discovering fabric and would love this book you are talking about!
I like far too many to say…but the one that got stretching towards mixed media from just scrapbooking was Allie Edwards “Life Art”. I also love a book by Misty Mawn called “Unfurling”. I am just discovering fabric and would love this book you are talking about!
I like far too many to say…but the one that got stretching towards mixed media from just scrapbooking was Allie Edwards “Life Art”. I also love a book by Misty Mawn called “Unfurling”. I am just discovering fabric and would love this book you are talking about!
I like far too many to say…but the one that got stretching towards mixed media from just scrapbooking was Allie Edwards “Life Art”. I also love a book by Misty Mawn called “Unfurling”. I am just discovering fabric and would love this book you are talking about!
I like far too many to say…but the one that got stretching towards mixed media from just scrapbooking was Allie Edwards “Life Art”. I also love a book by Misty Mawn called “Unfurling”. I am just discovering fabric and would love this book you are talking about!
My favorite, because it contains so many beautiful photos and descriptions which inspire me, is Creative Quilting: The Journal Quilt Project book. I saw a large exhibit of these journal quilts some years ago and bought the book, which I love to page through for inspiration.
My favorite, because it contains so many beautiful photos and descriptions which inspire me, is Creative Quilting: The Journal Quilt Project book. I saw a large exhibit of these journal quilts some years ago and bought the book, which I love to page through for inspiration.
My favorite, because it contains so many beautiful photos and descriptions which inspire me, is Creative Quilting: The Journal Quilt Project book. I saw a large exhibit of these journal quilts some years ago and bought the book, which I love to page through for inspiration.
My favorite, because it contains so many beautiful photos and descriptions which inspire me, is Creative Quilting: The Journal Quilt Project book. I saw a large exhibit of these journal quilts some years ago and bought the book, which I love to page through for inspiration.
My favorite, because it contains so many beautiful photos and descriptions which inspire me, is Creative Quilting: The Journal Quilt Project book. I saw a large exhibit of these journal quilts some years ago and bought the book, which I love to page through for inspiration.
My favorite is The Photomontages of Hannah Höch. She made such amazing collages and they are always an inspiration.
My favorite is The Photomontages of Hannah Höch. She made such amazing collages and they are always an inspiration.
My favorite is The Photomontages of Hannah Höch. She made such amazing collages and they are always an inspiration.
My favorite is The Photomontages of Hannah Höch. She made such amazing collages and they are always an inspiration.
My favorite is The Photomontages of Hannah Höch. She made such amazing collages and they are always an inspiration.
My favorite book depends on what inspires me at any given moment. Right now it is Daring Adventures in Paint by Mati Rose McDonough. Before that it was Artist’s Journal Workshop by Cathy Johnson and I really like the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers too. Another big influence has been Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. I am sure when your book comes out it will be my current fave!
My favorite book depends on what inspires me at any given moment. Right now it is Daring Adventures in Paint by Mati Rose McDonough. Before that it was Artist’s Journal Workshop by Cathy Johnson and I really like the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers too. Another big influence has been Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. I am sure when your book comes out it will be my current fave!
My favorite book depends on what inspires me at any given moment. Right now it is Daring Adventures in Paint by Mati Rose McDonough. Before that it was Artist’s Journal Workshop by Cathy Johnson and I really like the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers too. Another big influence has been Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. I am sure when your book comes out it will be my current fave!
My favorite book depends on what inspires me at any given moment. Right now it is Daring Adventures in Paint by Mati Rose McDonough. Before that it was Artist’s Journal Workshop by Cathy Johnson and I really like the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers too. Another big influence has been Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. I am sure when your book comes out it will be my current fave!
My favorite book depends on what inspires me at any given moment. Right now it is Daring Adventures in Paint by Mati Rose McDonough. Before that it was Artist’s Journal Workshop by Cathy Johnson and I really like the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers too. Another big influence has been Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. I am sure when your book comes out it will be my current fave!
I would say my favorite art book-and I have millions-is Beryl Taylor’s Mixed Media Explorations. Her work is outstanding. I could stare at that book for hours.
I would say my favorite art book-and I have millions-is Beryl Taylor’s Mixed Media Explorations. Her work is outstanding. I could stare at that book for hours.
I would say my favorite art book-and I have millions-is Beryl Taylor’s Mixed Media Explorations. Her work is outstanding. I could stare at that book for hours.
I would say my favorite art book-and I have millions-is Beryl Taylor’s Mixed Media Explorations. Her work is outstanding. I could stare at that book for hours.
I would say my favorite art book-and I have millions-is Beryl Taylor’s Mixed Media Explorations. Her work is outstanding. I could stare at that book for hours.
Down that road. I love paper crafting and am just poking my toe into word of art journaling and collage. I started off with paper quilts by Sandra Lounsbury Foose and became enthralled with pattern, and repetition of colors and shapes. Now my favorite book is Paper Quilting by Bridget Hoff. I guess you can see where my toe is leading me– “foot first” into collage, adding seeds, leaves, hand stitching. Can painted panels, templates, fabric, and melted wax be far behind? I would love to win Fabric Art Collage to get my footsies going! And I plan to check back to see all the other wonderful titles all these talented folks are raving about.
Down that road. I love paper crafting and am just poking my toe into word of art journaling and collage. I started off with paper quilts by Sandra Lounsbury Foose and became enthralled with pattern, and repetition of colors and shapes. Now my favorite book is Paper Quilting by Bridget Hoff. I guess you can see where my toe is leading me– “foot first” into collage, adding seeds, leaves, hand stitching. Can painted panels, templates, fabric, and melted wax be far behind? I would love to win Fabric Art Collage to get my footsies going! And I plan to check back to see all the other wonderful titles all these talented folks are raving about.
Down that road. I love paper crafting and am just poking my toe into word of art journaling and collage. I started off with paper quilts by Sandra Lounsbury Foose and became enthralled with pattern, and repetition of colors and shapes. Now my favorite book is Paper Quilting by Bridget Hoff. I guess you can see where my toe is leading me– “foot first” into collage, adding seeds, leaves, hand stitching. Can painted panels, templates, fabric, and melted wax be far behind? I would love to win Fabric Art Collage to get my footsies going! And I plan to check back to see all the other wonderful titles all these talented folks are raving about.
Down that road. I love paper crafting and am just poking my toe into word of art journaling and collage. I started off with paper quilts by Sandra Lounsbury Foose and became enthralled with pattern, and repetition of colors and shapes. Now my favorite book is Paper Quilting by Bridget Hoff. I guess you can see where my toe is leading me– “foot first” into collage, adding seeds, leaves, hand stitching. Can painted panels, templates, fabric, and melted wax be far behind? I would love to win Fabric Art Collage to get my footsies going! And I plan to check back to see all the other wonderful titles all these talented folks are raving about.
Down that road. I love paper crafting and am just poking my toe into word of art journaling and collage. I started off with paper quilts by Sandra Lounsbury Foose and became enthralled with pattern, and repetition of colors and shapes. Now my favorite book is Paper Quilting by Bridget Hoff. I guess you can see where my toe is leading me– “foot first” into collage, adding seeds, leaves, hand stitching. Can painted panels, templates, fabric, and melted wax be far behind? I would love to win Fabric Art Collage to get my footsies going! And I plan to check back to see all the other wonderful titles all these talented folks are raving about.
Thanks, Julie, for the great post, the chance to win, and always inspiring your readers! One of the first books I purchased when I started exploring mixed media was “Journal Spilling,” by Diana Trout. It has great prompts, step by step tutorials, and really made me feel free to experiment and “spill” my art and words. I still open it up and refer to it and often have “aha” moments as I am reminded of techniques I forgot about.
Thanks, Julie, for the great post, the chance to win, and always inspiring your readers! One of the first books I purchased when I started exploring mixed media was “Journal Spilling,” by Diana Trout. It has great prompts, step by step tutorials, and really made me feel free to experiment and “spill” my art and words. I still open it up and refer to it and often have “aha” moments as I am reminded of techniques I forgot about.
Thanks, Julie, for the great post, the chance to win, and always inspiring your readers! One of the first books I purchased when I started exploring mixed media was “Journal Spilling,” by Diana Trout. It has great prompts, step by step tutorials, and really made me feel free to experiment and “spill” my art and words. I still open it up and refer to it and often have “aha” moments as I am reminded of techniques I forgot about.
Thanks, Julie, for the great post, the chance to win, and always inspiring your readers! One of the first books I purchased when I started exploring mixed media was “Journal Spilling,” by Diana Trout. It has great prompts, step by step tutorials, and really made me feel free to experiment and “spill” my art and words. I still open it up and refer to it and often have “aha” moments as I am reminded of techniques I forgot about.
Thanks, Julie, for the great post, the chance to win, and always inspiring your readers! One of the first books I purchased when I started exploring mixed media was “Journal Spilling,” by Diana Trout. It has great prompts, step by step tutorials, and really made me feel free to experiment and “spill” my art and words. I still open it up and refer to it and often have “aha” moments as I am reminded of techniques I forgot about.
My favorite is by Nita Leland, The New Creative Artist. She offers so many practical answers as well as inspiration. But I am wondering if anyone besides me has a problem with focus? I have so many different projects going right now, I don’t know which one to work on next! I am making journals, art quilts, collaged paintings and creating some of my own fabrics… does this happen to you? (I already have my Kindle copy of Fabric Art Collage, and would love to get a copy of the new one.)
My favorite is by Nita Leland, The New Creative Artist. She offers so many practical answers as well as inspiration. But I am wondering if anyone besides me has a problem with focus? I have so many different projects going right now, I don’t know which one to work on next! I am making journals, art quilts, collaged paintings and creating some of my own fabrics… does this happen to you? (I already have my Kindle copy of Fabric Art Collage, and would love to get a copy of the new one.)
My favorite is by Nita Leland, The New Creative Artist. She offers so many practical answers as well as inspiration. But I am wondering if anyone besides me has a problem with focus? I have so many different projects going right now, I don’t know which one to work on next! I am making journals, art quilts, collaged paintings and creating some of my own fabrics… does this happen to you? (I already have my Kindle copy of Fabric Art Collage, and would love to get a copy of the new one.)
My favorite is by Nita Leland, The New Creative Artist. She offers so many practical answers as well as inspiration. But I am wondering if anyone besides me has a problem with focus? I have so many different projects going right now, I don’t know which one to work on next! I am making journals, art quilts, collaged paintings and creating some of my own fabrics… does this happen to you? (I already have my Kindle copy of Fabric Art Collage, and would love to get a copy of the new one.)
My favorite is by Nita Leland, The New Creative Artist. She offers so many practical answers as well as inspiration. But I am wondering if anyone besides me has a problem with focus? I have so many different projects going right now, I don’t know which one to work on next! I am making journals, art quilts, collaged paintings and creating some of my own fabrics… does this happen to you? (I already have my Kindle copy of Fabric Art Collage, and would love to get a copy of the new one.)
My favorite is an online read called balzerdesigns.typepad.com! I have said this before, Julie–you woke me up, you CHANGED me! I would not be living my truth if it weren’t for you. (Corny? Yes; true? Yes!) A book in my personal library that I also adore is “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. The photos and instructions for all the different embroidery stitches are great, easy to follow. Her whimsical designs and projects have inspired several fun creations as I work to add embroidery to my technique repertoire.
My favorite is an online read called balzerdesigns.typepad.com! I have said this before, Julie–you woke me up, you CHANGED me! I would not be living my truth if it weren’t for you. (Corny? Yes; true? Yes!) A book in my personal library that I also adore is “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. The photos and instructions for all the different embroidery stitches are great, easy to follow. Her whimsical designs and projects have inspired several fun creations as I work to add embroidery to my technique repertoire.
My favorite is an online read called balzerdesigns.typepad.com! I have said this before, Julie–you woke me up, you CHANGED me! I would not be living my truth if it weren’t for you. (Corny? Yes; true? Yes!) A book in my personal library that I also adore is “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. The photos and instructions for all the different embroidery stitches are great, easy to follow. Her whimsical designs and projects have inspired several fun creations as I work to add embroidery to my technique repertoire.
My favorite is an online read called balzerdesigns.typepad.com! I have said this before, Julie–you woke me up, you CHANGED me! I would not be living my truth if it weren’t for you. (Corny? Yes; true? Yes!) A book in my personal library that I also adore is “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. The photos and instructions for all the different embroidery stitches are great, easy to follow. Her whimsical designs and projects have inspired several fun creations as I work to add embroidery to my technique repertoire.
My favorite is an online read called balzerdesigns.typepad.com! I have said this before, Julie–you woke me up, you CHANGED me! I would not be living my truth if it weren’t for you. (Corny? Yes; true? Yes!) A book in my personal library that I also adore is “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. The photos and instructions for all the different embroidery stitches are great, easy to follow. Her whimsical designs and projects have inspired several fun creations as I work to add embroidery to my technique repertoire.
One of my favorites is Creative Wildfire by L.K.Ludwig on Art Journaling, but there are so many more that I truly treasure & I use over & over. Mixed media is my passion & if I had to pick a favorite medium to do it on it would be fabric, so I sincerely “thank you” for your generous give-away.
One of my favorites is Creative Wildfire by L.K.Ludwig on Art Journaling, but there are so many more that I truly treasure & I use over & over. Mixed media is my passion & if I had to pick a favorite medium to do it on it would be fabric, so I sincerely “thank you” for your generous give-away.
One of my favorites is Creative Wildfire by L.K.Ludwig on Art Journaling, but there are so many more that I truly treasure & I use over & over. Mixed media is my passion & if I had to pick a favorite medium to do it on it would be fabric, so I sincerely “thank you” for your generous give-away.
One of my favorites is Creative Wildfire by L.K.Ludwig on Art Journaling, but there are so many more that I truly treasure & I use over & over. Mixed media is my passion & if I had to pick a favorite medium to do it on it would be fabric, so I sincerely “thank you” for your generous give-away.
One of my favorites is Creative Wildfire by L.K.Ludwig on Art Journaling, but there are so many more that I truly treasure & I use over & over. Mixed media is my passion & if I had to pick a favorite medium to do it on it would be fabric, so I sincerely “thank you” for your generous give-away.
I love and own all kinds of art books! My favorite is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards.
I love and own all kinds of art books! My favorite is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards.
I love and own all kinds of art books! My favorite is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards.
I love and own all kinds of art books! My favorite is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards.
I love and own all kinds of art books! My favorite is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards.
How can I choose just one book? It varies so much, depending on what I am working on at the moment. But one of my favorites is True Vision by LK Ludwig. There are so many different artists in the book that you can really envision a lot of different styles. There is also great content and a lot of prompts to get you started.
How can I choose just one book? It varies so much, depending on what I am working on at the moment. But one of my favorites is True Vision by LK Ludwig. There are so many different artists in the book that you can really envision a lot of different styles. There is also great content and a lot of prompts to get you started.
How can I choose just one book? It varies so much, depending on what I am working on at the moment. But one of my favorites is True Vision by LK Ludwig. There are so many different artists in the book that you can really envision a lot of different styles. There is also great content and a lot of prompts to get you started.
How can I choose just one book? It varies so much, depending on what I am working on at the moment. But one of my favorites is True Vision by LK Ludwig. There are so many different artists in the book that you can really envision a lot of different styles. There is also great content and a lot of prompts to get you started.
How can I choose just one book? It varies so much, depending on what I am working on at the moment. But one of my favorites is True Vision by LK Ludwig. There are so many different artists in the book that you can really envision a lot of different styles. There is also great content and a lot of prompts to get you started.
Right now it is we DARE you by Kristina Contes et al.
I like how it challenges me to scrap about “taboo” subjects.
Right now it is we DARE you by Kristina Contes et al.
I like how it challenges me to scrap about “taboo” subjects.
Right now it is we DARE you by Kristina Contes et al.
I like how it challenges me to scrap about “taboo” subjects.
Right now it is we DARE you by Kristina Contes et al.
I like how it challenges me to scrap about “taboo” subjects.
Right now it is we DARE you by Kristina Contes et al.
I like how it challenges me to scrap about “taboo” subjects.
I love all my art books … a few off the top of my head that I recommend: Raw Art Journaling; Journal Spilling (Diana Trout) and all three of the Lab Series (Drawing, Collage and Print & Stamp). Awesome books!
I love all my art books … a few off the top of my head that I recommend: Raw Art Journaling; Journal Spilling (Diana Trout) and all three of the Lab Series (Drawing, Collage and Print & Stamp). Awesome books!
I love all my art books … a few off the top of my head that I recommend: Raw Art Journaling; Journal Spilling (Diana Trout) and all three of the Lab Series (Drawing, Collage and Print & Stamp). Awesome books!
I love all my art books … a few off the top of my head that I recommend: Raw Art Journaling; Journal Spilling (Diana Trout) and all three of the Lab Series (Drawing, Collage and Print & Stamp). Awesome books!
I love all my art books … a few off the top of my head that I recommend: Raw Art Journaling; Journal Spilling (Diana Trout) and all three of the Lab Series (Drawing, Collage and Print & Stamp). Awesome books!
One of the first ones I bought is still one of my favorites
“A Creative Campanion”. By SARK. It’s my go to book when I am in a creative slump.
One of the first ones I bought is still one of my favorites
“A Creative Campanion”. By SARK. It’s my go to book when I am in a creative slump.
One of the first ones I bought is still one of my favorites
“A Creative Campanion”. By SARK. It’s my go to book when I am in a creative slump.
One of the first ones I bought is still one of my favorites
“A Creative Campanion”. By SARK. It’s my go to book when I am in a creative slump.
One of the first ones I bought is still one of my favorites
“A Creative Campanion”. By SARK. It’s my go to book when I am in a creative slump.
Hi…my favourite art book is Hannah Hitchman’s A Life in Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal. It is a lovely book about drawing, nature, and journaling. Love your book recommendations. Joanne
Hi…my favourite art book is Hannah Hitchman’s A Life in Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal. It is a lovely book about drawing, nature, and journaling. Love your book recommendations. Joanne
Hi…my favourite art book is Hannah Hitchman’s A Life in Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal. It is a lovely book about drawing, nature, and journaling. Love your book recommendations. Joanne
Hi…my favourite art book is Hannah Hitchman’s A Life in Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal. It is a lovely book about drawing, nature, and journaling. Love your book recommendations. Joanne
Hi…my favourite art book is Hannah Hitchman’s A Life in Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal. It is a lovely book about drawing, nature, and journaling. Love your book recommendations. Joanne
There are so many. but I’ve had lots of fun with “Celebrate Your Creative Self” by Mary Todd Beam and I love just looking at the pictures in it. Have also enjoyed Gwen Diehn’s books. In the last few years my only purchase is Suzi Blu’s new book.
There are so many. but I’ve had lots of fun with “Celebrate Your Creative Self” by Mary Todd Beam and I love just looking at the pictures in it. Have also enjoyed Gwen Diehn’s books. In the last few years my only purchase is Suzi Blu’s new book.
There are so many. but I’ve had lots of fun with “Celebrate Your Creative Self” by Mary Todd Beam and I love just looking at the pictures in it. Have also enjoyed Gwen Diehn’s books. In the last few years my only purchase is Suzi Blu’s new book.
There are so many. but I’ve had lots of fun with “Celebrate Your Creative Self” by Mary Todd Beam and I love just looking at the pictures in it. Have also enjoyed Gwen Diehn’s books. In the last few years my only purchase is Suzi Blu’s new book.
There are so many. but I’ve had lots of fun with “Celebrate Your Creative Self” by Mary Todd Beam and I love just looking at the pictures in it. Have also enjoyed Gwen Diehn’s books. In the last few years my only purchase is Suzi Blu’s new book.
I don’t really have a favorite – I’m pretty new to all of this! Thanks for the chance to win this book – it looks like a good one!
I don’t really have a favorite – I’m pretty new to all of this! Thanks for the chance to win this book – it looks like a good one!
I don’t really have a favorite – I’m pretty new to all of this! Thanks for the chance to win this book – it looks like a good one!
I don’t really have a favorite – I’m pretty new to all of this! Thanks for the chance to win this book – it looks like a good one!
I don’t really have a favorite – I’m pretty new to all of this! Thanks for the chance to win this book – it looks like a good one!
My favorite craft book changes depending on what I’m doing. Right now I’m enjoying Surface Treatment Workshop that I received as a gift for Christmas. Lots of techniques in that one.
My favorite craft book changes depending on what I’m doing. Right now I’m enjoying Surface Treatment Workshop that I received as a gift for Christmas. Lots of techniques in that one.
My favorite craft book changes depending on what I’m doing. Right now I’m enjoying Surface Treatment Workshop that I received as a gift for Christmas. Lots of techniques in that one.
My favorite craft book changes depending on what I’m doing. Right now I’m enjoying Surface Treatment Workshop that I received as a gift for Christmas. Lots of techniques in that one.
My favorite craft book changes depending on what I’m doing. Right now I’m enjoying Surface Treatment Workshop that I received as a gift for Christmas. Lots of techniques in that one.
I have two “most favorite” books right now: The Cretive Entrepreneur by Lisa Sonora Beam and Personal Geographies by Jill K Berry. Love X 3 both of these books. Totally different topics with stunning art and journaling. Content is fabulous in both; you would like too!
I have two “most favorite” books right now: The Cretive Entrepreneur by Lisa Sonora Beam and Personal Geographies by Jill K Berry. Love X 3 both of these books. Totally different topics with stunning art and journaling. Content is fabulous in both; you would like too!
I have two “most favorite” books right now: The Cretive Entrepreneur by Lisa Sonora Beam and Personal Geographies by Jill K Berry. Love X 3 both of these books. Totally different topics with stunning art and journaling. Content is fabulous in both; you would like too!
I have two “most favorite” books right now: The Cretive Entrepreneur by Lisa Sonora Beam and Personal Geographies by Jill K Berry. Love X 3 both of these books. Totally different topics with stunning art and journaling. Content is fabulous in both; you would like too!
I have two “most favorite” books right now: The Cretive Entrepreneur by Lisa Sonora Beam and Personal Geographies by Jill K Berry. Love X 3 both of these books. Totally different topics with stunning art and journaling. Content is fabulous in both; you would like too!
Actually I am just delving into the art world and do not have any books. I would love to get started with this one also because I love fabric too.
Actually I am just delving into the art world and do not have any books. I would love to get started with this one also because I love fabric too.
Actually I am just delving into the art world and do not have any books. I would love to get started with this one also because I love fabric too.
Actually I am just delving into the art world and do not have any books. I would love to get started with this one also because I love fabric too.
Actually I am just delving into the art world and do not have any books. I would love to get started with this one also because I love fabric too.
WOW! This looks like a “must have” book for sure. I have several books, but one I probably learned from at the very beginning on basics and techniques was Claudine Hellmuth’s 1st book “Collage Discovery”…I find I go back to many simple ideas she taught years ago.
Linda
WOW! This looks like a “must have” book for sure. I have several books, but one I probably learned from at the very beginning on basics and techniques was Claudine Hellmuth’s 1st book “Collage Discovery”…I find I go back to many simple ideas she taught years ago.
Linda
WOW! This looks like a “must have” book for sure. I have several books, but one I probably learned from at the very beginning on basics and techniques was Claudine Hellmuth’s 1st book “Collage Discovery”…I find I go back to many simple ideas she taught years ago.
Linda
WOW! This looks like a “must have” book for sure. I have several books, but one I probably learned from at the very beginning on basics and techniques was Claudine Hellmuth’s 1st book “Collage Discovery”…I find I go back to many simple ideas she taught years ago.
Linda
WOW! This looks like a “must have” book for sure. I have several books, but one I probably learned from at the very beginning on basics and techniques was Claudine Hellmuth’s 1st book “Collage Discovery”…I find I go back to many simple ideas she taught years ago.
Linda
I have always been creative …in the past mostly with sewing and then paper mache. Six years ago I became the primary care giver for my Mother-in-law who had dementia. I would have to spend hours just setting on the couch where she could see me as she watched TV. If she couldn’t see me the anxiety and fears would take control of her. At first I read A LOT and then I started drawing. I had never tried mixed media until I took a online class with Katie Kendrick.By this time my MIL had passed but I was hooked on art. I bought the book “Layered Impressions” by Katie too and I am constantly referring to it… and the DVD from the class. A whole new world has opened to me :0)
I have always been creative …in the past mostly with sewing and then paper mache. Six years ago I became the primary care giver for my Mother-in-law who had dementia. I would have to spend hours just setting on the couch where she could see me as she watched TV. If she couldn’t see me the anxiety and fears would take control of her. At first I read A LOT and then I started drawing. I had never tried mixed media until I took a online class with Katie Kendrick.By this time my MIL had passed but I was hooked on art. I bought the book “Layered Impressions” by Katie too and I am constantly referring to it… and the DVD from the class. A whole new world has opened to me :0)
I have always been creative …in the past mostly with sewing and then paper mache. Six years ago I became the primary care giver for my Mother-in-law who had dementia. I would have to spend hours just setting on the couch where she could see me as she watched TV. If she couldn’t see me the anxiety and fears would take control of her. At first I read A LOT and then I started drawing. I had never tried mixed media until I took a online class with Katie Kendrick.By this time my MIL had passed but I was hooked on art. I bought the book “Layered Impressions” by Katie too and I am constantly referring to it… and the DVD from the class. A whole new world has opened to me :0)
I have always been creative …in the past mostly with sewing and then paper mache. Six years ago I became the primary care giver for my Mother-in-law who had dementia. I would have to spend hours just setting on the couch where she could see me as she watched TV. If she couldn’t see me the anxiety and fears would take control of her. At first I read A LOT and then I started drawing. I had never tried mixed media until I took a online class with Katie Kendrick.By this time my MIL had passed but I was hooked on art. I bought the book “Layered Impressions” by Katie too and I am constantly referring to it… and the DVD from the class. A whole new world has opened to me :0)
I have always been creative …in the past mostly with sewing and then paper mache. Six years ago I became the primary care giver for my Mother-in-law who had dementia. I would have to spend hours just setting on the couch where she could see me as she watched TV. If she couldn’t see me the anxiety and fears would take control of her. At first I read A LOT and then I started drawing. I had never tried mixed media until I took a online class with Katie Kendrick.By this time my MIL had passed but I was hooked on art. I bought the book “Layered Impressions” by Katie too and I am constantly referring to it… and the DVD from the class. A whole new world has opened to me :0)
really like the journal cover you did. the various patterns of embossing really mesh. not usually a fan of dark, subtle colors but this combo rocks.
i already have the book and just won new stencils a while back, so not commenting to be in the running to win. i have so many art books i am running out of space. couldn’t possible pick a favorite because haven’t had time to read even half of them. have started putting one unread book by my purse to take along to appointments. better than reading 10 year old magazines.
really like the journal cover you did. the various patterns of embossing really mesh. not usually a fan of dark, subtle colors but this combo rocks.
i already have the book and just won new stencils a while back, so not commenting to be in the running to win. i have so many art books i am running out of space. couldn’t possible pick a favorite because haven’t had time to read even half of them. have started putting one unread book by my purse to take along to appointments. better than reading 10 year old magazines.
really like the journal cover you did. the various patterns of embossing really mesh. not usually a fan of dark, subtle colors but this combo rocks.
i already have the book and just won new stencils a while back, so not commenting to be in the running to win. i have so many art books i am running out of space. couldn’t possible pick a favorite because haven’t had time to read even half of them. have started putting one unread book by my purse to take along to appointments. better than reading 10 year old magazines.
really like the journal cover you did. the various patterns of embossing really mesh. not usually a fan of dark, subtle colors but this combo rocks.
i already have the book and just won new stencils a while back, so not commenting to be in the running to win. i have so many art books i am running out of space. couldn’t possible pick a favorite because haven’t had time to read even half of them. have started putting one unread book by my purse to take along to appointments. better than reading 10 year old magazines.
really like the journal cover you did. the various patterns of embossing really mesh. not usually a fan of dark, subtle colors but this combo rocks.
i already have the book and just won new stencils a while back, so not commenting to be in the running to win. i have so many art books i am running out of space. couldn’t possible pick a favorite because haven’t had time to read even half of them. have started putting one unread book by my purse to take along to appointments. better than reading 10 year old magazines.
My favorite book would be Tim Holtz’s Compendium of Curiosity Vol I. I love his style and all the distress line of products.
My favorite book would be Tim Holtz’s Compendium of Curiosity Vol I. I love his style and all the distress line of products.
My favorite book would be Tim Holtz’s Compendium of Curiosity Vol I. I love his style and all the distress line of products.
My favorite book would be Tim Holtz’s Compendium of Curiosity Vol I. I love his style and all the distress line of products.
My favorite book would be Tim Holtz’s Compendium of Curiosity Vol I. I love his style and all the distress line of products.
Hi Julie,
I love how you showcase so many different books and techniques all of the time on your blog.
My favorite book is Water,Paper,Paint by Heather Smith Jones showing different watercolor techniques to get one started. I like some of the more abstract examples.
Thank you
Hi Julie,
I love how you showcase so many different books and techniques all of the time on your blog.
My favorite book is Water,Paper,Paint by Heather Smith Jones showing different watercolor techniques to get one started. I like some of the more abstract examples.
Thank you
Hi Julie,
I love how you showcase so many different books and techniques all of the time on your blog.
My favorite book is Water,Paper,Paint by Heather Smith Jones showing different watercolor techniques to get one started. I like some of the more abstract examples.
Thank you
Hi Julie,
I love how you showcase so many different books and techniques all of the time on your blog.
My favorite book is Water,Paper,Paint by Heather Smith Jones showing different watercolor techniques to get one started. I like some of the more abstract examples.
Thank you
Hi Julie,
I love how you showcase so many different books and techniques all of the time on your blog.
My favorite book is Water,Paper,Paint by Heather Smith Jones showing different watercolor techniques to get one started. I like some of the more abstract examples.
Thank you
Right now my favorite book is The Sketchbook Challenge but it all depends on what I’m reading that day! There are so many awesome books! Surface Treatment Workshop is another favorite… oh there are so many!
Right now my favorite book is The Sketchbook Challenge but it all depends on what I’m reading that day! There are so many awesome books! Surface Treatment Workshop is another favorite… oh there are so many!
Right now my favorite book is The Sketchbook Challenge but it all depends on what I’m reading that day! There are so many awesome books! Surface Treatment Workshop is another favorite… oh there are so many!
Right now my favorite book is The Sketchbook Challenge but it all depends on what I’m reading that day! There are so many awesome books! Surface Treatment Workshop is another favorite… oh there are so many!
Right now my favorite book is The Sketchbook Challenge but it all depends on what I’m reading that day! There are so many awesome books! Surface Treatment Workshop is another favorite… oh there are so many!
My book most used is Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland and Virginia Williams. Why? It’s one of the first art books I bought, and I find myself referring to it often, in the card and collage work I do. It has ideas for making pretty papers for backgrounds, which I often do.
My book most used is Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland and Virginia Williams. Why? It’s one of the first art books I bought, and I find myself referring to it often, in the card and collage work I do. It has ideas for making pretty papers for backgrounds, which I often do.
My book most used is Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland and Virginia Williams. Why? It’s one of the first art books I bought, and I find myself referring to it often, in the card and collage work I do. It has ideas for making pretty papers for backgrounds, which I often do.
My book most used is Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland and Virginia Williams. Why? It’s one of the first art books I bought, and I find myself referring to it often, in the card and collage work I do. It has ideas for making pretty papers for backgrounds, which I often do.
My book most used is Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland and Virginia Williams. Why? It’s one of the first art books I bought, and I find myself referring to it often, in the card and collage work I do. It has ideas for making pretty papers for backgrounds, which I often do.
My favorite craft book I havent got one but hopefully the one i will win HINT HINT LOL It will be my first one too looks like sooooooo much fun :O)
My favorite craft book I havent got one but hopefully the one i will win HINT HINT LOL It will be my first one too looks like sooooooo much fun :O)
My favorite craft book I havent got one but hopefully the one i will win HINT HINT LOL It will be my first one too looks like sooooooo much fun :O)
My favorite craft book I havent got one but hopefully the one i will win HINT HINT LOL It will be my first one too looks like sooooooo much fun :O)
My favorite craft book I havent got one but hopefully the one i will win HINT HINT LOL It will be my first one too looks like sooooooo much fun :O)
my favorite book is true colors (edited by lynne perrella)–
it is the book that turned me on to mixed media
my favorite book is true colors (edited by lynne perrella)–
it is the book that turned me on to mixed media
my favorite book is true colors (edited by lynne perrella)–
it is the book that turned me on to mixed media
my favorite book is true colors (edited by lynne perrella)–
it is the book that turned me on to mixed media
my favorite book is true colors (edited by lynne perrella)–
it is the book that turned me on to mixed media
Right now I’m loving Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. It’s pushing me beyond my perfectionist boundaries 🙂
Right now I’m loving Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. It’s pushing me beyond my perfectionist boundaries 🙂
Right now I’m loving Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. It’s pushing me beyond my perfectionist boundaries 🙂
Right now I’m loving Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. It’s pushing me beyond my perfectionist boundaries 🙂
Right now I’m loving Taking Flight by Kelly Rae Roberts. It’s pushing me beyond my perfectionist boundaries 🙂
I cannot choose just one book, but if I had to pick one that has inspired me it would be Kaleidoscope,Ideas and Projects to Spark Your Creativity, by Suzanne Simanaitis. It’s one of the first books on “making art,” that I bought.
I cannot choose just one book, but if I had to pick one that has inspired me it would be Kaleidoscope,Ideas and Projects to Spark Your Creativity, by Suzanne Simanaitis. It’s one of the first books on “making art,” that I bought.
I cannot choose just one book, but if I had to pick one that has inspired me it would be Kaleidoscope,Ideas and Projects to Spark Your Creativity, by Suzanne Simanaitis. It’s one of the first books on “making art,” that I bought.
I cannot choose just one book, but if I had to pick one that has inspired me it would be Kaleidoscope,Ideas and Projects to Spark Your Creativity, by Suzanne Simanaitis. It’s one of the first books on “making art,” that I bought.
I cannot choose just one book, but if I had to pick one that has inspired me it would be Kaleidoscope,Ideas and Projects to Spark Your Creativity, by Suzanne Simanaitis. It’s one of the first books on “making art,” that I bought.
I think my favorite craft book is the next one I buy. I recently bought two books on acrylic paints so I could learn more about paints. I got The New Acrylics and one called Color Mixing Bible. Both were recommended by the people who work in the Artist’s Supply Store in downtown Charleston SC.
I think my favorite craft book is the next one I buy. I recently bought two books on acrylic paints so I could learn more about paints. I got The New Acrylics and one called Color Mixing Bible. Both were recommended by the people who work in the Artist’s Supply Store in downtown Charleston SC.
I think my favorite craft book is the next one I buy. I recently bought two books on acrylic paints so I could learn more about paints. I got The New Acrylics and one called Color Mixing Bible. Both were recommended by the people who work in the Artist’s Supply Store in downtown Charleston SC.
I think my favorite craft book is the next one I buy. I recently bought two books on acrylic paints so I could learn more about paints. I got The New Acrylics and one called Color Mixing Bible. Both were recommended by the people who work in the Artist’s Supply Store in downtown Charleston SC.
I think my favorite craft book is the next one I buy. I recently bought two books on acrylic paints so I could learn more about paints. I got The New Acrylics and one called Color Mixing Bible. Both were recommended by the people who work in the Artist’s Supply Store in downtown Charleston SC.
I don’t know if I have an actual favorite. I get a lot of my inspiration from videos and workshops online. The Art Journal Workbook by Traci Bunkers is AWESOME! So thats my current fav.
Thanks for the chance to win. My fingers are crossed~~~
I don’t know if I have an actual favorite. I get a lot of my inspiration from videos and workshops online. The Art Journal Workbook by Traci Bunkers is AWESOME! So thats my current fav.
Thanks for the chance to win. My fingers are crossed~~~
I don’t know if I have an actual favorite. I get a lot of my inspiration from videos and workshops online. The Art Journal Workbook by Traci Bunkers is AWESOME! So thats my current fav.
Thanks for the chance to win. My fingers are crossed~~~
I don’t know if I have an actual favorite. I get a lot of my inspiration from videos and workshops online. The Art Journal Workbook by Traci Bunkers is AWESOME! So thats my current fav.
Thanks for the chance to win. My fingers are crossed~~~
I don’t know if I have an actual favorite. I get a lot of my inspiration from videos and workshops online. The Art Journal Workbook by Traci Bunkers is AWESOME! So thats my current fav.
Thanks for the chance to win. My fingers are crossed~~~
I love Teesha Moore’s old zine, “PLAY” –There were 4 of them and I keep re-reading these over and over. I like them because they are full page images of journal pages and minimal text – just pure eye candy.
I love Teesha Moore’s old zine, “PLAY” –There were 4 of them and I keep re-reading these over and over. I like them because they are full page images of journal pages and minimal text – just pure eye candy.
I love Teesha Moore’s old zine, “PLAY” –There were 4 of them and I keep re-reading these over and over. I like them because they are full page images of journal pages and minimal text – just pure eye candy.
I love Teesha Moore’s old zine, “PLAY” –There were 4 of them and I keep re-reading these over and over. I like them because they are full page images of journal pages and minimal text – just pure eye candy.
I love Teesha Moore’s old zine, “PLAY” –There were 4 of them and I keep re-reading these over and over. I like them because they are full page images of journal pages and minimal text – just pure eye candy.
My favorite book is Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. Often I get one of these books I think is going to be great and it is not. This book is really one of the very few I WOULD recommend. Pam Carriker has assembled great projects and great instructors (including her own work). Every time I pick it up I find something else new I want to try.
My favorite book is Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. Often I get one of these books I think is going to be great and it is not. This book is really one of the very few I WOULD recommend. Pam Carriker has assembled great projects and great instructors (including her own work). Every time I pick it up I find something else new I want to try.
My favorite book is Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. Often I get one of these books I think is going to be great and it is not. This book is really one of the very few I WOULD recommend. Pam Carriker has assembled great projects and great instructors (including her own work). Every time I pick it up I find something else new I want to try.
My favorite book is Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. Often I get one of these books I think is going to be great and it is not. This book is really one of the very few I WOULD recommend. Pam Carriker has assembled great projects and great instructors (including her own work). Every time I pick it up I find something else new I want to try.
My favorite book is Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. Often I get one of these books I think is going to be great and it is not. This book is really one of the very few I WOULD recommend. Pam Carriker has assembled great projects and great instructors (including her own work). Every time I pick it up I find something else new I want to try.
I think some of my favorite craft books are the ones by Maggie Grey and Isobel Hall. Although they have a little more focus on textiles, they bring together materials I would have never thought of. Paper Metal Stitch by Maggie Grey was one of the first books that inspired me to think of mixed media as beyond just collaging images on a page with a focal image. And Isobel Hall has an amazing book on Embroidered Books–if you are interested in handmade books, check this out!!
I think some of my favorite craft books are the ones by Maggie Grey and Isobel Hall. Although they have a little more focus on textiles, they bring together materials I would have never thought of. Paper Metal Stitch by Maggie Grey was one of the first books that inspired me to think of mixed media as beyond just collaging images on a page with a focal image. And Isobel Hall has an amazing book on Embroidered Books–if you are interested in handmade books, check this out!!
I think some of my favorite craft books are the ones by Maggie Grey and Isobel Hall. Although they have a little more focus on textiles, they bring together materials I would have never thought of. Paper Metal Stitch by Maggie Grey was one of the first books that inspired me to think of mixed media as beyond just collaging images on a page with a focal image. And Isobel Hall has an amazing book on Embroidered Books–if you are interested in handmade books, check this out!!
I think some of my favorite craft books are the ones by Maggie Grey and Isobel Hall. Although they have a little more focus on textiles, they bring together materials I would have never thought of. Paper Metal Stitch by Maggie Grey was one of the first books that inspired me to think of mixed media as beyond just collaging images on a page with a focal image. And Isobel Hall has an amazing book on Embroidered Books–if you are interested in handmade books, check this out!!
I think some of my favorite craft books are the ones by Maggie Grey and Isobel Hall. Although they have a little more focus on textiles, they bring together materials I would have never thought of. Paper Metal Stitch by Maggie Grey was one of the first books that inspired me to think of mixed media as beyond just collaging images on a page with a focal image. And Isobel Hall has an amazing book on Embroidered Books–if you are interested in handmade books, check this out!!
This book is just what I need, so excited to see this. My mom just gave me some fabric scraps and I’ve been playing with them nonstop, so much fun. I bet this would really show me more of what I could do.
Love your foil art, so cool!!
I don’t buy books really, but I do READ ALL THE TIME. Whatever I can get my hands on at the library. So I don’t have a fave book but I do read the Creating Keepsakes magazine and Betterhomes and Gardens the most and all the colors in both inspire me!!
Thanks for this chance Julie, love this book idea each month.
This book is just what I need, so excited to see this. My mom just gave me some fabric scraps and I’ve been playing with them nonstop, so much fun. I bet this would really show me more of what I could do.
Love your foil art, so cool!!
I don’t buy books really, but I do READ ALL THE TIME. Whatever I can get my hands on at the library. So I don’t have a fave book but I do read the Creating Keepsakes magazine and Betterhomes and Gardens the most and all the colors in both inspire me!!
Thanks for this chance Julie, love this book idea each month.
This book is just what I need, so excited to see this. My mom just gave me some fabric scraps and I’ve been playing with them nonstop, so much fun. I bet this would really show me more of what I could do.
Love your foil art, so cool!!
I don’t buy books really, but I do READ ALL THE TIME. Whatever I can get my hands on at the library. So I don’t have a fave book but I do read the Creating Keepsakes magazine and Betterhomes and Gardens the most and all the colors in both inspire me!!
Thanks for this chance Julie, love this book idea each month.
This book is just what I need, so excited to see this. My mom just gave me some fabric scraps and I’ve been playing with them nonstop, so much fun. I bet this would really show me more of what I could do.
Love your foil art, so cool!!
I don’t buy books really, but I do READ ALL THE TIME. Whatever I can get my hands on at the library. So I don’t have a fave book but I do read the Creating Keepsakes magazine and Betterhomes and Gardens the most and all the colors in both inspire me!!
Thanks for this chance Julie, love this book idea each month.
This book is just what I need, so excited to see this. My mom just gave me some fabric scraps and I’ve been playing with them nonstop, so much fun. I bet this would really show me more of what I could do.
Love your foil art, so cool!!
I don’t buy books really, but I do READ ALL THE TIME. Whatever I can get my hands on at the library. So I don’t have a fave book but I do read the Creating Keepsakes magazine and Betterhomes and Gardens the most and all the colors in both inspire me!!
Thanks for this chance Julie, love this book idea each month.
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by Alisa Golden
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein
Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin
by Terry Taylor
Creative Albums by Donna Downey
I just can’t pick one! I like each one for the unique books to make, the traditional/nontraditional bindings, and esp ideas for recycling trash into handmade books. Love to make CD, floppy disc, egg carton books!
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by Alisa Golden
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein
Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin
by Terry Taylor
Creative Albums by Donna Downey
I just can’t pick one! I like each one for the unique books to make, the traditional/nontraditional bindings, and esp ideas for recycling trash into handmade books. Love to make CD, floppy disc, egg carton books!
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by Alisa Golden
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein
Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin
by Terry Taylor
Creative Albums by Donna Downey
I just can’t pick one! I like each one for the unique books to make, the traditional/nontraditional bindings, and esp ideas for recycling trash into handmade books. Love to make CD, floppy disc, egg carton books!
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by Alisa Golden
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein
Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin
by Terry Taylor
Creative Albums by Donna Downey
I just can’t pick one! I like each one for the unique books to make, the traditional/nontraditional bindings, and esp ideas for recycling trash into handmade books. Love to make CD, floppy disc, egg carton books!
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by Alisa Golden
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein
Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin
by Terry Taylor
Creative Albums by Donna Downey
I just can’t pick one! I like each one for the unique books to make, the traditional/nontraditional bindings, and esp ideas for recycling trash into handmade books. Love to make CD, floppy disc, egg carton books!
Currently it’s Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. It fits the way I art, a bit at a time, and I like several of the projects.
Currently it’s Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. It fits the way I art, a bit at a time, and I like several of the projects.
Currently it’s Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. It fits the way I art, a bit at a time, and I like several of the projects.
Currently it’s Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. It fits the way I art, a bit at a time, and I like several of the projects.
Currently it’s Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker. It fits the way I art, a bit at a time, and I like several of the projects.
My favorite craft book changes all the time, as
each book features new techniques for me to
explore. My current favorite is “A Compendium of Curiosities Volume II”. Thanks for the chance to win
a new favorite.
My favorite craft book changes all the time, as
each book features new techniques for me to
explore. My current favorite is “A Compendium of Curiosities Volume II”. Thanks for the chance to win
a new favorite.
My favorite craft book changes all the time, as
each book features new techniques for me to
explore. My current favorite is “A Compendium of Curiosities Volume II”. Thanks for the chance to win
a new favorite.
My favorite craft book changes all the time, as
each book features new techniques for me to
explore. My current favorite is “A Compendium of Curiosities Volume II”. Thanks for the chance to win
a new favorite.
My favorite craft book changes all the time, as
each book features new techniques for me to
explore. My current favorite is “A Compendium of Curiosities Volume II”. Thanks for the chance to win
a new favorite.
I only have a couple of books, but so far my favorite is one on doodling — it is so much fun to play around. Most everything I have learned has come from the internet and blogs like these, which are great. However, I think i need to add to my library, as much as I love books! And these are beautiful and either one would be a joy to own. Definitely bookmarking this page and thanks for sharing!
I only have a couple of books, but so far my favorite is one on doodling — it is so much fun to play around. Most everything I have learned has come from the internet and blogs like these, which are great. However, I think i need to add to my library, as much as I love books! And these are beautiful and either one would be a joy to own. Definitely bookmarking this page and thanks for sharing!
I only have a couple of books, but so far my favorite is one on doodling — it is so much fun to play around. Most everything I have learned has come from the internet and blogs like these, which are great. However, I think i need to add to my library, as much as I love books! And these are beautiful and either one would be a joy to own. Definitely bookmarking this page and thanks for sharing!
I only have a couple of books, but so far my favorite is one on doodling — it is so much fun to play around. Most everything I have learned has come from the internet and blogs like these, which are great. However, I think i need to add to my library, as much as I love books! And these are beautiful and either one would be a joy to own. Definitely bookmarking this page and thanks for sharing!
I only have a couple of books, but so far my favorite is one on doodling — it is so much fun to play around. Most everything I have learned has come from the internet and blogs like these, which are great. However, I think i need to add to my library, as much as I love books! And these are beautiful and either one would be a joy to own. Definitely bookmarking this page and thanks for sharing!
My favorite is Taking Flight, Inspiration and techniques to give your creative spirit wings by Kelly Rae Roberts. This book not only is loaded with great art and techniques by Kelly Rae and many others but also very inspiring to any artist. Especially to one like myself just getting started showing and selling my art.
My favorite is Taking Flight, Inspiration and techniques to give your creative spirit wings by Kelly Rae Roberts. This book not only is loaded with great art and techniques by Kelly Rae and many others but also very inspiring to any artist. Especially to one like myself just getting started showing and selling my art.
My favorite is Taking Flight, Inspiration and techniques to give your creative spirit wings by Kelly Rae Roberts. This book not only is loaded with great art and techniques by Kelly Rae and many others but also very inspiring to any artist. Especially to one like myself just getting started showing and selling my art.
My favorite is Taking Flight, Inspiration and techniques to give your creative spirit wings by Kelly Rae Roberts. This book not only is loaded with great art and techniques by Kelly Rae and many others but also very inspiring to any artist. Especially to one like myself just getting started showing and selling my art.
My favorite is Taking Flight, Inspiration and techniques to give your creative spirit wings by Kelly Rae Roberts. This book not only is loaded with great art and techniques by Kelly Rae and many others but also very inspiring to any artist. Especially to one like myself just getting started showing and selling my art.
I don’t really have a favourite book. Back in my scrapbooking days I had a few. Elsie Flannigans book – 52 Scrapbooking Challenges is good for sparking ideas and getting my imagination flowing. Being more into mixed media,doodling and lettering of late – I have not bought any books but I do have a subscription to Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine and there are many wonderful blogs available now. Thanks Julie for all the ideas you share for free.
I don’t really have a favourite book. Back in my scrapbooking days I had a few. Elsie Flannigans book – 52 Scrapbooking Challenges is good for sparking ideas and getting my imagination flowing. Being more into mixed media,doodling and lettering of late – I have not bought any books but I do have a subscription to Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine and there are many wonderful blogs available now. Thanks Julie for all the ideas you share for free.
I don’t really have a favourite book. Back in my scrapbooking days I had a few. Elsie Flannigans book – 52 Scrapbooking Challenges is good for sparking ideas and getting my imagination flowing. Being more into mixed media,doodling and lettering of late – I have not bought any books but I do have a subscription to Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine and there are many wonderful blogs available now. Thanks Julie for all the ideas you share for free.
I don’t really have a favourite book. Back in my scrapbooking days I had a few. Elsie Flannigans book – 52 Scrapbooking Challenges is good for sparking ideas and getting my imagination flowing. Being more into mixed media,doodling and lettering of late – I have not bought any books but I do have a subscription to Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine and there are many wonderful blogs available now. Thanks Julie for all the ideas you share for free.
I don’t really have a favourite book. Back in my scrapbooking days I had a few. Elsie Flannigans book – 52 Scrapbooking Challenges is good for sparking ideas and getting my imagination flowing. Being more into mixed media,doodling and lettering of late – I have not bought any books but I do have a subscription to Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine and there are many wonderful blogs available now. Thanks Julie for all the ideas you share for free.
My favorite book at the moment is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke. I love the graffiti/grungy/messy sewing combined with painted fabric…brilliant. Would love to see Rebekah’s fabric collage ideas. Thank you.
My favorite book at the moment is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke. I love the graffiti/grungy/messy sewing combined with painted fabric…brilliant. Would love to see Rebekah’s fabric collage ideas. Thank you.
My favorite book at the moment is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke. I love the graffiti/grungy/messy sewing combined with painted fabric…brilliant. Would love to see Rebekah’s fabric collage ideas. Thank you.
My favorite book at the moment is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke. I love the graffiti/grungy/messy sewing combined with painted fabric…brilliant. Would love to see Rebekah’s fabric collage ideas. Thank you.
My favorite book at the moment is Sew Wild by Alisa Burke. I love the graffiti/grungy/messy sewing combined with painted fabric…brilliant. Would love to see Rebekah’s fabric collage ideas. Thank you.
I don’t have a craft book but hope to correct this problem soon. These comments have inspired me but where oh where to begin?
I have depended on magazines and the Internet for my inspiration.
I don’t have a craft book but hope to correct this problem soon. These comments have inspired me but where oh where to begin?
I have depended on magazines and the Internet for my inspiration.
I don’t have a craft book but hope to correct this problem soon. These comments have inspired me but where oh where to begin?
I have depended on magazines and the Internet for my inspiration.
I don’t have a craft book but hope to correct this problem soon. These comments have inspired me but where oh where to begin?
I have depended on magazines and the Internet for my inspiration.
I don’t have a craft book but hope to correct this problem soon. These comments have inspired me but where oh where to begin?
I have depended on magazines and the Internet for my inspiration.
For me just getting into mixed media, the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers is so informative. From the comments here, I’ve got a list of books to research.
For me just getting into mixed media, the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers is so informative. From the comments here, I’ve got a list of books to research.
For me just getting into mixed media, the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers is so informative. From the comments here, I’ve got a list of books to research.
For me just getting into mixed media, the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers is so informative. From the comments here, I’ve got a list of books to research.
For me just getting into mixed media, the Art Journal Workshop by Traci Bunkers is so informative. From the comments here, I’ve got a list of books to research.
Favorites vary with what I am working on/obsessed with which at the moment are mini albums. So I am reading my tutorials from Kathy Orta and studying the pictures, my Stampin’ Up catalog for embellishments and Layers by Rhonda Palizzari (which I won from your blog) to help with paper placement.
I love your project! I have been meaning to try metal tape and I really should add some sewing and fabric to these mini albums. Thanks for getting my brain working – if only I was home and not at work -:)
Favorites vary with what I am working on/obsessed with which at the moment are mini albums. So I am reading my tutorials from Kathy Orta and studying the pictures, my Stampin’ Up catalog for embellishments and Layers by Rhonda Palizzari (which I won from your blog) to help with paper placement.
I love your project! I have been meaning to try metal tape and I really should add some sewing and fabric to these mini albums. Thanks for getting my brain working – if only I was home and not at work -:)
Favorites vary with what I am working on/obsessed with which at the moment are mini albums. So I am reading my tutorials from Kathy Orta and studying the pictures, my Stampin’ Up catalog for embellishments and Layers by Rhonda Palizzari (which I won from your blog) to help with paper placement.
I love your project! I have been meaning to try metal tape and I really should add some sewing and fabric to these mini albums. Thanks for getting my brain working – if only I was home and not at work -:)
Favorites vary with what I am working on/obsessed with which at the moment are mini albums. So I am reading my tutorials from Kathy Orta and studying the pictures, my Stampin’ Up catalog for embellishments and Layers by Rhonda Palizzari (which I won from your blog) to help with paper placement.
I love your project! I have been meaning to try metal tape and I really should add some sewing and fabric to these mini albums. Thanks for getting my brain working – if only I was home and not at work -:)
Favorites vary with what I am working on/obsessed with which at the moment are mini albums. So I am reading my tutorials from Kathy Orta and studying the pictures, my Stampin’ Up catalog for embellishments and Layers by Rhonda Palizzari (which I won from your blog) to help with paper placement.
I love your project! I have been meaning to try metal tape and I really should add some sewing and fabric to these mini albums. Thanks for getting my brain working – if only I was home and not at work -:)
I’m loving “The Art of Layers” by Ronda Palazzari! And not only the book for the techniques but love her blog about mixed media. Fabulous, love her style. The other gal I’d love to see a book from is Anna Dobrowska….just took a mixed media class from her and love the vintage/layered look with a bit of grunge tossed in (see her on Prima/Sissix). Thank you so much for your inspiration with stencils, colors and boldness of design and creativity!
I’m loving “The Art of Layers” by Ronda Palazzari! And not only the book for the techniques but love her blog about mixed media. Fabulous, love her style. The other gal I’d love to see a book from is Anna Dobrowska….just took a mixed media class from her and love the vintage/layered look with a bit of grunge tossed in (see her on Prima/Sissix). Thank you so much for your inspiration with stencils, colors and boldness of design and creativity!
I’m loving “The Art of Layers” by Ronda Palazzari! And not only the book for the techniques but love her blog about mixed media. Fabulous, love her style. The other gal I’d love to see a book from is Anna Dobrowska….just took a mixed media class from her and love the vintage/layered look with a bit of grunge tossed in (see her on Prima/Sissix). Thank you so much for your inspiration with stencils, colors and boldness of design and creativity!
I’m loving “The Art of Layers” by Ronda Palazzari! And not only the book for the techniques but love her blog about mixed media. Fabulous, love her style. The other gal I’d love to see a book from is Anna Dobrowska….just took a mixed media class from her and love the vintage/layered look with a bit of grunge tossed in (see her on Prima/Sissix). Thank you so much for your inspiration with stencils, colors and boldness of design and creativity!
I’m loving “The Art of Layers” by Ronda Palazzari! And not only the book for the techniques but love her blog about mixed media. Fabulous, love her style. The other gal I’d love to see a book from is Anna Dobrowska….just took a mixed media class from her and love the vintage/layered look with a bit of grunge tossed in (see her on Prima/Sissix). Thank you so much for your inspiration with stencils, colors and boldness of design and creativity!
Hi these both look like wonderful books. Thanks for the chance to win one. my favorite art technique book is Surface Treatment Workshop. So many great techniques shared in an easy to follow way. I also love Personal Geographies with all the diverse, wonderful and insightful art. And I’m nuts about maps!
Hi these both look like wonderful books. Thanks for the chance to win one. my favorite art technique book is Surface Treatment Workshop. So many great techniques shared in an easy to follow way. I also love Personal Geographies with all the diverse, wonderful and insightful art. And I’m nuts about maps!
Hi these both look like wonderful books. Thanks for the chance to win one. my favorite art technique book is Surface Treatment Workshop. So many great techniques shared in an easy to follow way. I also love Personal Geographies with all the diverse, wonderful and insightful art. And I’m nuts about maps!
Hi these both look like wonderful books. Thanks for the chance to win one. my favorite art technique book is Surface Treatment Workshop. So many great techniques shared in an easy to follow way. I also love Personal Geographies with all the diverse, wonderful and insightful art. And I’m nuts about maps!
Hi these both look like wonderful books. Thanks for the chance to win one. my favorite art technique book is Surface Treatment Workshop. So many great techniques shared in an easy to follow way. I also love Personal Geographies with all the diverse, wonderful and insightful art. And I’m nuts about maps!
I have many, many art books but True Colors is my go to book. It really inspired me to return to art, and I turn to it frequently! Also, Raw Art Journaling/Quinn McDonald. This book really clicked with me, with its short and sweet techniques.
I have many, many art books but True Colors is my go to book. It really inspired me to return to art, and I turn to it frequently! Also, Raw Art Journaling/Quinn McDonald. This book really clicked with me, with its short and sweet techniques.
I have many, many art books but True Colors is my go to book. It really inspired me to return to art, and I turn to it frequently! Also, Raw Art Journaling/Quinn McDonald. This book really clicked with me, with its short and sweet techniques.
I have many, many art books but True Colors is my go to book. It really inspired me to return to art, and I turn to it frequently! Also, Raw Art Journaling/Quinn McDonald. This book really clicked with me, with its short and sweet techniques.
I have many, many art books but True Colors is my go to book. It really inspired me to return to art, and I turn to it frequently! Also, Raw Art Journaling/Quinn McDonald. This book really clicked with me, with its short and sweet techniques.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage. I have various different kinds of art/craft books. I love them all depending on what media I am currently working in. If I had to choose favorites it would be my Seasonal books. Each year I can’t wait until the new Gooseberry Patch books come out. They get me in the mood for Christmas creating and cooking.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage. I have various different kinds of art/craft books. I love them all depending on what media I am currently working in. If I had to choose favorites it would be my Seasonal books. Each year I can’t wait until the new Gooseberry Patch books come out. They get me in the mood for Christmas creating and cooking.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage. I have various different kinds of art/craft books. I love them all depending on what media I am currently working in. If I had to choose favorites it would be my Seasonal books. Each year I can’t wait until the new Gooseberry Patch books come out. They get me in the mood for Christmas creating and cooking.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage. I have various different kinds of art/craft books. I love them all depending on what media I am currently working in. If I had to choose favorites it would be my Seasonal books. Each year I can’t wait until the new Gooseberry Patch books come out. They get me in the mood for Christmas creating and cooking.
I would love to win Fabric Art Collage. I have various different kinds of art/craft books. I love them all depending on what media I am currently working in. If I had to choose favorites it would be my Seasonal books. Each year I can’t wait until the new Gooseberry Patch books come out. They get me in the mood for Christmas creating and cooking.
My favorite book right now is “1,000 Artist Journal Pages: Personal Pages and Inspirations” by Dawn DeVries Sokol.
Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite book right now is “1,000 Artist Journal Pages: Personal Pages and Inspirations” by Dawn DeVries Sokol.
Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite book right now is “1,000 Artist Journal Pages: Personal Pages and Inspirations” by Dawn DeVries Sokol.
Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite book right now is “1,000 Artist Journal Pages: Personal Pages and Inspirations” by Dawn DeVries Sokol.
Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite book right now is “1,000 Artist Journal Pages: Personal Pages and Inspirations” by Dawn DeVries Sokol.
Thanks for the chance to win!
My favorite art book is Gwen Diehn’s The Decorated Page. I guess it is because when I found it it was like I found a treasure! When I opened it up, there were so many amazing pages and it started me on a journey that took me to plenty of enchanting places in my mind and art! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti
My favorite art book is Gwen Diehn’s The Decorated Page. I guess it is because when I found it it was like I found a treasure! When I opened it up, there were so many amazing pages and it started me on a journey that took me to plenty of enchanting places in my mind and art! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti
My favorite art book is Gwen Diehn’s The Decorated Page. I guess it is because when I found it it was like I found a treasure! When I opened it up, there were so many amazing pages and it started me on a journey that took me to plenty of enchanting places in my mind and art! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti
My favorite art book is Gwen Diehn’s The Decorated Page. I guess it is because when I found it it was like I found a treasure! When I opened it up, there were so many amazing pages and it started me on a journey that took me to plenty of enchanting places in my mind and art! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti
My favorite art book is Gwen Diehn’s The Decorated Page. I guess it is because when I found it it was like I found a treasure! When I opened it up, there were so many amazing pages and it started me on a journey that took me to plenty of enchanting places in my mind and art! Patsy from HeARTworks and papemelroti
I only have 2 books and am now drooling to see Rebekah’s! I love both books that I have, Tim H’s Compendium I and a mostly fabric collage book which I can’t tell you the name of or the artist/author (she’s in the UK) because I don’t have it with me right now. I’m not even a fabric artist but it is so inspiring and I look through it with paper in mind. She uses materials in a very loose way that comes together so beautifully and her materials are so unique!
I only have 2 books and am now drooling to see Rebekah’s! I love both books that I have, Tim H’s Compendium I and a mostly fabric collage book which I can’t tell you the name of or the artist/author (she’s in the UK) because I don’t have it with me right now. I’m not even a fabric artist but it is so inspiring and I look through it with paper in mind. She uses materials in a very loose way that comes together so beautifully and her materials are so unique!
I only have 2 books and am now drooling to see Rebekah’s! I love both books that I have, Tim H’s Compendium I and a mostly fabric collage book which I can’t tell you the name of or the artist/author (she’s in the UK) because I don’t have it with me right now. I’m not even a fabric artist but it is so inspiring and I look through it with paper in mind. She uses materials in a very loose way that comes together so beautifully and her materials are so unique!
I only have 2 books and am now drooling to see Rebekah’s! I love both books that I have, Tim H’s Compendium I and a mostly fabric collage book which I can’t tell you the name of or the artist/author (she’s in the UK) because I don’t have it with me right now. I’m not even a fabric artist but it is so inspiring and I look through it with paper in mind. She uses materials in a very loose way that comes together so beautifully and her materials are so unique!
I only have 2 books and am now drooling to see Rebekah’s! I love both books that I have, Tim H’s Compendium I and a mostly fabric collage book which I can’t tell you the name of or the artist/author (she’s in the UK) because I don’t have it with me right now. I’m not even a fabric artist but it is so inspiring and I look through it with paper in mind. She uses materials in a very loose way that comes together so beautifully and her materials are so unique!