It’s time to get started with your holiday shopping, and I’ve got a great idea for someone who loves art but doesn’t have the time or talent to pursue painting or drawing as a hobby. By now, you’ve seen the …
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With Thanksgiving now a memory, the leftover turkey sandwiches eaten and a weekend of football games to recall, it’s time to accept the indisputable reality that winter will soon be upon us. For many of us, this is a great …
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Is there going to be a kids’ table at your Thanksgiving feast? Whether the gathering is at your house, or you’re planning to spend the day as a guest at someone else’s home, here a great idea to keep the …
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I love plein air painting in late September and October. In my neck of the woods, we can have great weather well into November. The weather’s generally drier, there are few bugs and you don’t need to go overboard with …
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It looks like we’re coming down to the wire; Halloween is fast approaching. You probably have your children’s costumes lined up, and your cupboard is stocked with treats to hand out to the thundering hordes of ghosts, princesses and ghouls. …
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You don’t need to get out the paring knife and get the kitchen all messy cleaning out and carving a pumpkin. There are loads of fun and easy painted pumpkin ideas that are safe for little hands and a lot …
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Face paint is a fun way to complete your child’s Halloween costume, and it ensures your little one has unrestricted sight while he’s out trick or treating. It’s also a great activity for older kids; they can do their own …
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Crafters are always looking for the next great paint. We were thrilled when acrylic paints came out and when the prices dropped, crafters began using it on everything. It’s versatility and low price make it a perfect choice for starving …
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Fall is knocking, and you know what that means, right? It’s Halloween, and it’s time for the kids to start making decorations. One tried and true craft kids love is paper Mache. But what a mess it makes! Floors, counters, …
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No matter how high tech toys become, one thing that’s always a hit with little girls is a tea set. Hosting tea parties with favorite stuffed friends and dolls are a perennial pastime every little girl. Sure, you can find …
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As we end the month of August, parents and kids are scrambling to get ready for the upcoming school year. With new shoes and clothing to buy, lists of mandatory school supplies to stock up on and the usual excitement …
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Kids just love stickers; you need an almost never-ending supply to keep up with them. Kids love to color; just give them some paper and colored pencils or crayons and they’ll happily remain occupied for a good long while. Fortunately, …
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If you’re looking for an artsy project for the kids or you need an inexpensive and creative gift for a youngster, look no further! This all-in-one package contains everything your pintsize Picasso needs to create unique, personalized gifts that any …
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Whether you’re packing up for a family vacation or sending the kids off to sleep-away camp, make sure to add some fodder to spark their creativity. No, you can’t pack up a whole art studio, and they’ll certainly be spending …
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Recently I received an invitation to a party. The gathering was a blast, but the method in which I was invited was a fun idea I want to share with you. One day I opened my mailbox to find a …
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Hang on – don’t hit the ‘back’ button just yet! You’re still at Art-Paints, and I’m still reviewing art supplies and products. I know, this piece of equipment is a little off the beaten path, but it’s one of the …
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