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How to Get Drawing Ideas

How to get drawing ideas - drawing inspiration

We’ve all experienced the dreaded artist’s block. If you want to improve on your drawing skills, you’ll probably reach a day that you just don’t feel quite as inspired as you normally do. Even experienced artists go through phases, so it’s important to not be too hard on yourself. However, there are plenty of ways […]

9 Essential tips for practicing plein air drawing

Plein air drawing in Italy

Have you ever wanted to try plein air drawing but you weren’t sure where to start? For many people, plein air sketching or painting can feel extremely daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. A plein air can be a very fun and accessible way to create art while taking a close look at the […]

How to Make a Viewfinder

how to make a viewfinder

Have you ever wanted to draw something but weren’t exactly sure where the piece should end and begin? A viewfinder is a great tool to eliminate some of the guesswork and help you move through your composition with confidence. It allows your mind to take a step back and eliminate some of the distractions that […]

7 Unique Gifts for Knitters

knitting ornament

Are you looking for a unique gift for the knitter in your life? I have been knitting for over 15 years now and many of my family members have attempted to get me knitting-related presents throughout my life. Some of them are more useful than others, so I thought I would share my top 7 […]

DIY Wine Cork Christmas Tree

DIY Cork Christmas tree

Are you someone who hoards wine corks? My fiancé loves a good Malbec, so we are never short on corks in our household. In fact, we’ve collected so many that I felt like I had to do make something out of all the extra corks we have floating around. This DIY Christmas tree is made […]

Fall Decorations for Mantel

Our fireplace mantel is probably one of my favorite things to decorate for fall. The fall season is all about adding warmth and coziness to your life, so a mantel is the perfect place to start. Below, I’m sharing some of my best tips to create a mantel that feels balanced and oozes personality. This […]

DIY Decoupage Tray

Decoupage gold tray

Small trays are a great way to add interest to your space and make things look intentional. I use a lot of small trays as catch-alls, candle holders, and more. When I saw these decoupage bug trays from West Elm, I thought that they would be super easy to replicate with some simple items. With […]

Fall Dough Bowl Decor

dough bowl full

Are you the type of person that swaps out decor for every season? To be honest, I used to be a very minimal decorator and I didn’t put too much thought into seasonal decor. When I lived in our old apartment, it felt inconvenient to try to put things up and take things down. However, […]

Felt Circle Pumpkin Tutorial

felt circle pumpkin

Felt is one of my favorite materials to use because it’s cheap and versatile. It doesn’t fray, it holds it’s shape, and it’s easy to assemble. I decided to create a felt floppy felt pumpkin because I thought it would be a great addition to my felt pumpkin pie garland. This would make a great […]

Disco Ball Pumpkin DIY

Disco ball pumpkin

Disco balls are all the rage right now and I have to admit that I’m a big fan of this trend. I immediately started wondering how I could incorporate a disco ball into my fall decor and I decided to make a pumpkin disco ball. It’s a great way to spice up the season and […]