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In this line art tutorial, you will learn to draw a Simple Flower Drawing with a step by step printable guide. All you need is a piece of paper and any pen/pencil you have on hand to get started. I’ve previously shared a Leaf drawing step by step tutorial is easy to follow. I hope…
This Moleskine Watercolor Sketchbook comes in such a unique cute size, it is great to carry along during your travels. Let’s test out its pages today and see! Today, I’ve found a (new to me) paper – the Moleskine Watercolor sketchbook that is also great to use with your Watercolor Markers. Read more below. How…
I’m sharing 5 Easy Glitter Craft ideas like this simple Glitter Wall Art that are satisfying and sparkly! Great ideas for both kids and adults! This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase an item via these links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. What crafts can you do with…
Learn how to create this simple watercolor quote art and paint with me today! This is one of my all-time favorite quotes and let me show you how to create effortless watercolor lettering and add easy watercolor pen flowers to make it special. Pull out your sketchbook and let’s create this watercolor quote art together…
In this post, you’ll find a step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a custom Tombow Dual Brush Pen Color Chart from scratch—plus a free printable PDF download if you need to skip straight to swatching! I love creating art with my Tombow Dual Brush Pens and always refer to my Tombow dual brush pen color…
Lettering positive words is a simple creative practice to reset your mindset. Some days call for big goals, other days just need a gentle reset. This simple practice combines creativity and intention by choosing one positive word and lettering it slowly, mindfully, and with purpose. You could choose to create a journal filled with positive…
Today I’m painting a winter watercolor in my sketchbook and sharing some tips + a tutorial video! I’ve also included a step-by-step photo tutorial to help you recreate this easily. Since the snow does not seem to stop coming here in Minnesota, sitting down for some watercoloring and getting creative with a snow theme sounded great….
Come paint with me today! I have 3 Easy Flower Paintings to share with you and you can recreate them by following along with this step-by-step painting tutorial for the easiest flowers to paint Flowers make me happy and today I put together a couple of easy step-by-step acrylic painting tutorials showing how you can…
What are the best papers for brush lettering? I get asked this SO many times on social media, and today I’m answering it here! Why Do you need special paper for Brush Lettering? Brush Pens have a flexible brush tip that is pointy when you buy them. This point frays very easily on rough/ wrong…
Brea Reese watercolor inks are dye-based inks that are great to paint with. Read on below to see how I use them today in my sketchbook. Check out this Heart Flower Painting Video in 6 steps where I also use inks to create art in my sketchbook. Happy new year friends! The beginning of a…
I love creating acrylic paintings, and today I’m sharing easy tips for Getting Started With Acrylic Pouring For Beginners. Playing with fluid paints feels so creative and liberating I hope you give it a try! Hello friends! Today’s post talks about getting started with acrylic pouring. I’ll share what supplies I gathered, the canvases I…
Lettering on iPad is a great way to start practicing your hand lettering skills. It is so convenient, you can carry your iPad on the go and letter anywhere! You don’t need a sketchbook, and best of all you can sit in bed late at night and letter in the dark. I have previously shared…
If you just bought your first set of Watercolor Markers you will amazed at what all you can create with these gems! In todays post I’ll show you how to use watercolor markers in a few easy steps Watercolor markers are a fun and easy. They give you the control of a marker with the…
Hello friends! Today I am sharing with you a list of the Best Watercolors For adults that I have used over the past few years and enjoyed! Sometimes having the right tools just helps simplify and improve your art. On my blog here you will find lots of Easy Watercoloring Ideas to explore like this…
Are you looking for easy drawing ideas for your bullet journals or notebooks? Today I’m sharing a few different Leaf Drawing Step by Step tutorials for you. We will learn Leaf drawing in easy few steps! Drawing with leaves is a great way to decorate a page and be creative. Make sure to also check…