It’s National Craft Month and this year we’re celebrating with some serious blog inspiration. When asked what craft we would take to a desert island, we couldn’t pass up a chance to share Jodi Ohl’s list of island-approved mixed-media art supplies.  Also, keep reading to check out all the other blogs in our blog hop this month! Over the years I’ve been asked several times, if I were stranded on a deserted island and could only bring a few art supplies, what would I bring? Seriously, just a few items? Could I not bring a box of tools? Admittedly my love for painting supplies knows no limit ..read more

It’s National Craft Month! And in honor of all things crafty, we’re excited to take part in the Interweave blog hop. When asked what craft we would take to a desert island, of course the Cloth Paper Scissors team started thinking about Lisa Kesler’s highly textured multi-media project, which uses handmade stencils and found objects. Imagine yourself creating this textural masterpiece in an art hut in the tropics, with objects you find on the beach! I used to think of myself as a watercolorist. I had the idea that you were supposed to specialize in a certain technique and label yourself accordi ..read more

When one year comes to a close, an exciting vibe for possibility in the new year fills the air. When the clock strikes midnight, we start fresh with resolutions and promises to be better in a myriad of ways. Many artists promise to create/draw/paint/sew something new every day or week, or to learn a new technique. I’m excited about the idea of drawing more and keeping a visual journal in the upcoming new year. Whatever your artistic plans are for 2019, Carrie Schmitt’s Rosie the Art Bus is sure to give your creative juices a jolt. Read on to learn more about Carrie’s artistic passion and ways ..read more

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