Last month I invited you on my journey to set up a new painting room. <If you missed it, you can read Part 1 here.> As I began, I was in a dilemma about whether to re-use and refresh what I had or start from scratch and purchase new furniture…
The Tree of Life … by Elisabetta DeMaria This pretty Tree of Life seems perfect for Valentine’s Day that is coming soon. The young couple bundled up for winter are holding hands to share their love under the flowered boughs of the tree of life. The trunk has been carved…
I’ve been struggling to make myself spend time in my basement ‘studio’ and not having much luck. It’s become a chaotic jumble of too much stuff! And I don’t enjoy being stuck in the middle of it. So I’ve decided to take over our 3rd bedroom, that has evolved into…
Little Christmas Ginger … by Elisabetta DeMaria Baby ginger in fuzzy knitted pajamas and night cap is admiring her Christmas tree ornaments. The design is painted with DecoArt Americana Acrylics, Dazzling Metallics, and Extreme Sheen Metallics on a surface of your choice. The drawing is approx. 6″x8″ but can be…
Winter Brunch … by Sharon Chinn Mr. Snowman is providing a winter berry brunch to his feathered friends. The design is painted with DecoArt Americana Acrylics on an 11″ tombstone plaque purchased from CDWood.com. I’ve painted it with acrylic washes to give it a watercolor style. Stenciled snowflakes and lettering…
Simple Sign Ornaments by Sharon Chinn 3 simple sign ornaments of Santa, Snowman, and Reindeer bordered with checks and a rustic frame painted with DecoArt Americana Acrylics. These were some little chalkboard ornaments I had in my stash. You can recreate these using a 3″x4″ rectangle of wood and painting…
Warm Winter Blessings by Sharon Chinn Snowman standing in the snowy woods admiring the tiny Christmas tree with the redbirds. This is painted on an IKEA lazy susan using DecoArt Traditions Acrylics. The pattern includes a conversion chart to DecoArt Americana Acrylics. Supply list, line drawing, photos, and step-by-step instructions…
Winter Thyme Snowman Heart by Sharon Chinn Joyous snowman with Christmas tree, redbird, and birdhouse surrounded by snowflakes. This design is painted on a primitive heart (available from CreativeArtsLifestyle.com). It’s painted in DecoArt Traditions Acrylics, but the pattern includes a conversion chart to DecoArt Americana Acrylics. Supply list, line drawing,…
Woodland Winter Raccoon … by Sharon Chinn Cute furry raccoon in fuzzy winter hat and scarf with stenciled border of twigs & leaves, and sponge dauber berries. The design is painted with DecoArt Americana Acrylics on a 13″ wood grained charger purchased from Michaels. I’ve also included smaller drawings sized…
Have you tried DecoArt’s products to make acrylic pouring simple and easy? Just mix the Pouring Medium with your acrylic paint and you are ready to start pouring. To finish, use DecoArt’s Pouring Topcoat to create a glossy smooth finish. For more info on how to use these products…
