It’s time for my favourite blog post of the year…. my annual “Handmade Holiday Gift Guide!” Being a ‘maker’ myself, I come across so many artisans online who are working really really hard every day to give the gift of their creative expression to the world. Now more than ever, during our worldwide economic downturn, […] Read more…
With Chasity’s wonderful place card tutorial, you can make your table settings shine for any special occasion, including Thanksgiving. As a time saver, she has included a free printable for you to use! Kelly Creates Supplies: Dream pens Set 1 and Set 2, Multicolor Small Brush pens Set 1 and Set 2, Multicolor Bullet Tip […] Read more…
I’m happy to announce my next online workshop – Watercolour Christmas cards! We will be learning how to draw and paint 8 different designs…and if you’re nervous about drawing, then you can use the provided 33 printable templates! The templates are 2 sizes for each card design so you can turn your watercolour Christmas cards […] Read more…
I’m really excited to announce my next online workshop: Christmas Watercolour Wreaths & Lettering! As you know, I have decided to try teaching some online workshops in private Facebook groups. Well, I was blown away by your support and interest in my first group class, Fall Watercolor Botanicals Workshop, so I decided to create another […] Read more…
UPDATE WINNER: Congrats to Lena Oswald!! Happy New Year and welcome to my blog! This is where I share my crafty ideas, art adventures, plus lots of calligraphy and hand lettering. A big shout out and thank you to Latisha Yoast for organizing this event for the past 8 years!! The past decade has taken […] Read more…
Have you visited or subscribed to my Youtube channel? I upload 2 videos per week, and I share lots of lettering tutorials, plus even some crafty ideas. This week I uploaded new Christmas theme videos. If you would like to try your hand at drawing these simple doodles, I give step by step instructions to […] Read more…
Melissa Clarkson (@letterbystarlight) is back with a beautiful watercolor holiday wreath & lettering tutorial! Kelly Creates Supplies: Practice Dot or Grid Pad Black Fineliner #08 Dream Pens Set 1 Dream Pens Set 2 Blending Kit (Palette) Other Supplies: Mix Media or Watercolor Paper Small Bowl, glass or compass Pencil & Eraser Water brush or paint brush […] Read more…
This year I’m participating in a wonderful Instagram “Creative Advent Calendar” organized by two Instagram artists I really admire: @golden_freckles and @lilylmw. There are 24 super talented and inspiring artists involved, so head over to Instagram, like and follow the posts with the hashtag #creativeadventcalendar2019. December 16 is ‘my day’ … so I am […] Read more…