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Craft Uses for Acrylic Solution Resins
This article explores the various craft applications of Paraloid acrylic solution resins. Each resin covered has specific properties and solvents they can be used with. Paraloids can be used as coatings or as adhesives.
6 Unusual Uses for Foam Paint Brushes
This article presents rather unique uses for foam paint brushes, from stenciling to sign making to various specialty cleaning operations.
How to Clean Plastisol Ink From Your Screen Printing Screen
In this article I will show you how to clean plastisol ink from your screen printing screen once you have finished printing.
Pigments for Art and Industry
The characteristics of various types of pigments and colorants and their application in art and industry.
Original Linoleum Cut Art Prints by Peggy Woods
In this post you are able to view original linocuts created by Peggy Woods as well as descriptions on the documentation sheets accompanying most of the pieces. Learn the process of how linoleum cut art prints (a.k.a. linocuts) are created and printed.
How to Make a Candy Bouquet
If you are looking for a gift that makes a statement (and satisfies a sweet tooth), candy bouquets are sure to hit the spot! Unlike fruit bouquets or floral bouquets, candy bouquets are simple to make and don’t have a quick expiration date. Learn how to whip one together below!
How to Get Sticky Labels off Cardboard Boxes
Do you have labels that seem almost impossible to remove? I'll share how I removed price stickers and glued paper from a cardboard box with a few tools and simple steps.
Acrylic Plastic for Art and Decor
How acrylic plastic (Plexiglas) can be used to create home or office furniture and decor along with modern works of art.
How to Dye Acrylic Plastic
This article describes the process of dyeing acrylic plastic like Plexiglass and Lucite in addition to utilizing dye baths to color the acrylics. The main focus will be on dip and immersion dyeing.
How to Make Your Own Coloring Book for Adults
Are you an adult? Do you like to color? Are you also an artist? Want to make your own coloring book? It's not as hard as you might think.
How to Implement Gestalt Principles, the Z Rule, and the Rule of Thirds in Design
What is it that makes a design work or not work? Could it be that simple?
The History of Taxidermy: Life After Death!
The curious art of taxidermy has fascinated societies for centuries, and this macabre pastime has gone through many iterations and interpretations and continues to divide opinion.
Create a Denim Jean Texture in Photoshop
This is a super simple, easy-to-follow tutorial on creating a denim jean effect for headings and images in Adobe Photoshop. This makes a beautiful text heading or background for your flyer and books.
A Quick and Easy Origami-Folding Towel Method
This is a quick and fancy way to make things extra hospitable for out-of-town guests. You can find this form of towel origami at hotels, but it's equally nice to do at home.
C. Allan Gilbert’s “All Is Vanity”: The Ultimate Death Illustration
Have you ever seen anything as creepy as this picture . . . or as true?
How to Do Brass Rubbings
Many cathedrals and churches in Britain have memorial brasses that were set in the stone floors to mark burial places in medieval times. Since Victorian times it has been a popular pastime to make rubbings of these brasses and it can be fun and educational at the same time.
How to Start a Hope Chest for Your Children or Grandchildren
Starting a hope chest for your children, grandchildren, or even yourself is a wonderful and precious gift to treasure.
How to Decorate and Customize Converse Sneakers
Converse sneakers are hot again, and they're so easy to personalize. Buy a plain pair on sale and make them completely unique. Have fun painting and sparkling them up!