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Craft with me – Mermaid gift card, tag and bag set

I designed a fair few arty pieces these past couple of weeks for my redbubble shop and one in particular became a firm favourite. This little shy Mermaid is so cute and I just love the chaotic background and colour palette, that I decided she would be great on a matching gift set. My friend… Continue reading Craft with me – Mermaid gift card, tag and bag set

Art Therapy and My Print Shop

The past few days I have been really getting back to my roots and spending time with my art journal and paints. As a child I would draw and paint every chance I got but as an adult it was pushed aside for more 'mature' ventures. It's no secret I have been having a tough… Continue reading Art Therapy and My Print Shop

#OCFCreativeChallenge for November!

Good morning all. It's Sunday and a cold, wet, miserable day already even though it is only 8 am. It's Scotland though so I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Rain, clouds, cold weather is all part of its charm. Perfect day for soup on the cooker, staying indoors in cosy sweaters and sitting at my… Continue reading #OCFCreativeChallenge for November!

Free Book 1 – The Carrero Effect

We have gone all the way back to the beginning. Free book 1 - the start of this epic series and a roller coaster of emotions that are so very addictive!! Get your Kindle copy today!! 💛The Carrero Effect - The Promotion💛Contemporary romanceby L.T.MarshallA story detailing the effects of childhood abuse and the souls ability… Continue reading Free Book 1 – The Carrero Effect

Life Update, Nanowrimo and UV resin video

Morning all. It's a frosty crisp morning for Halloween and I have so much to do today to invite those costumed little kids to my door tonight.I have a front door to decorate to act as a beacon, welcoming the hoardes, a house to spot clean and kids to tend to in terms of school,… Continue reading Life Update, Nanowrimo and UV resin video

Halloween Panther Cat Knitting pattern

We have another pattern for you all. I knitted this wee fellow on my 14-hour car trip to Birmingham a couple of weeks ago and figured now was the perfect time to share. Enjoy!!! Don't forget to show us your Halloween decor, too. I love seeing what you have all come up with.This year, I… Continue reading Halloween Panther Cat Knitting pattern

Watch me Art Journal – Blustery Days

Just a quick video and mini vlog after my exhausting few days. I like to create art journal pages often and this is the process of a very simple one that should give beginners looking for inspiration. In this journal I use mainlyPastels and waterSharpie pensArteza watercolour pensVarious pens for adding outlinesBlack ink and a… Continue reading Watch me Art Journal – Blustery Days

Upcycling Christmas cards into tags

I filmed this last week and decided to upload it before I forget about it. Reusing old Christmas card leftovers, childrens Christmas craft packs and old xmas tags to make a whole new range for this year. I really enjoy recycling what I can and often my kids buy new packs of cards for school… Continue reading Upcycling Christmas cards into tags

Plant Pot Decor Using Arteza Acrylic Paint

I feel like I have been sick for months, but the reality is that I got two bugs back to back and it's probably been around a month that I have been poorly. Feel sorry for me! I went from a nasty sickness bug that had me in bed for 4 days straight, to a… Continue reading Plant Pot Decor Using Arteza Acrylic Paint