February 2016 – BLOOM! (with Video)
BLOOM! by Sharon Chinn Practice your basic strokework and paint this colorful picture frame at the same time! I’ve created this frame with DecoArt Americana Acrylics in spring colors. It is painted on an 8″ frame which I purchased at Michaels, but the design will work on any 8″ square surface…
January 2016 – Snowman Portrait
Snowman Portrait by Sharon Chinn This snowman framed in painted balsam boughs and a bow can be painted on a 6″ round basket lid or adapted to any surface of your choice. I’ve painted this design with Traditions acrylics, but I’ve given you simple conversion instructions to adapt it to any…
January 2016 – First Robin (with Video)
First Robin by Sharon Chinn A sweet baby robin sitting branch sprouting the first new leaves of spring and covered with a late snow. This design is shown painted on a phone charger stand which is available from bettybowersdownhome.com and includes multiple panels which can be painted with designs for…
Quick and easy shading using Liquid Shadow Medium by Kerry Trout
Specially formulated by artist Kerry Trout, Liquid Shadow is a transparent shading medium that is used to create natural, subtle shadows in acrylic painting. Apply a thin coat of Liquid Shadow with a flat brush to areas needing a cast shadow. May be tinted with other dark acrylic colors or…
December 2015 – It’s 5 O’Clock
It’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere! by Sharon Chinn I just love chalkboard style signs and canvases. They are very relaxing to paint and add a nice graphic touch to your home decor. This one depicts cocktail hour citing the popular Alan Jackson song “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere”. I’ve painted it on a…
December 2015 – Holly Santa Candle Pedestal
Holly Santa by Sharon Chinn Turn an upside down water goblet into a fun and functional candle pedestal painted like Santa. For $1, you can make a treasured gift for friends, family, or to sell at holiday boutiques. I’ve added a primitive battery operated tea light on top. Enjoy! PDF Pattern is…
November 2015 – A Blue Christmas
A Blue Christmas by Sharon Chinn Paint a holly wreath and Christmas tree in monotone blue with accents of red. This design is so pretty, but quick to paint up. I’ve included line drawings for a 4″ ornament, 5.5″ basket lid, and a 12″ diameter surface. But you can also…
November 2015 – Eat Drink & Be Merry
Eat, Drink, & Be Merry by Sharon Chinn Paint this little snowman making merry with a mug of hot chocolate and a gingerbread cookie! Painted with DecoArt Americana Acrylics on a mitten surface from Creative Arts Lifestyle. Or you can paint it on any surface of your choice. I’ve included…
Autumn Blessings
Autumn Blessings by Sharon Chinn Pattern included for both 8″x10″ or 11″x14″. Uses just 3 colors… orange, black, and white. I’ve painted it on a canvas, but it would work on a basket lid, Roclon Banner, cabinet door, etc. PDF Pattern and videos are accessible by this membership level: DOWNLOAD…
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