How to Make Your Own Phenology Wheel for Your Nature Journal, Bullet Journal or Art Journal I'm always looking for easy but effective ways to get myself and my children out in nature, recording what we are experiencing together. So when I saw these posts from Lynn Seddon at Raising Little Shoots I was pretty excited to start a phenology wheel in 2019! The word Phenology according to the Merriam Webster dictionary means the study of cyclic and ...
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2019 Watercolor Bird Printable Calendar with Free Patterns to Paint
I've had so much fun over here creating a new calendar to brighten your day and I hope your year! This time, I thought it would be fun to focus on birds. Birds are so fun to paint (and surprisingly easy) to draw. All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a password, you can sign up HERE to get yours and then get started right away! If you don't have time to do a watercolor project right now (I get it) ...
Eight Christmas Cards for You To Watercolor! Free Printable Patterns and Step-by-Step Instructions Video Included
We have been busy over here creating Christmas cards for friends and loved ones. It's been so fun to bring in one of my favorite mediums: watercolor. It is such a fun medium to work with. I love that it dries quickly and that I can achieve beautiful results with just a little effort. I thought you might enjoy doing some too. So, I'm sharing eight with you! I did a post for each one (and even some videos) so I will just link to them below ...
Bird Watercolor Christmas Card Step-by-Step for Beginners with Free Pattern and Printable
Nothing says "I care" like a piece of hand painted artwork. And it is so easy to make something special that can be ready in time for the holidays. Watercolor is such a great medium because it's so versatile and dries quickly making it easy to get a whole stack of cards done in less than an hour. This is one of eight patterns I've made this year for YOU! All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a ...
St. Lucia Swedish Watercolor Christmas Card Step-by-Step for Beginners with Free Pattern and Printable
Nothing says "I care" like a piece of hand painted artwork. And it is so easy to make something special that can be ready in time for the holidays. Watercolor is such a great medium because it's so versatile and dries quickly making it easy to get a whole stack of cards done in less than an hour. This is one of eight patterns I've made this year for YOU! All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a ...
Dala Horse Swedish Watercolor Christmas Card Step-by-Step for Beginners with Free Pattern and Printable
Nothing says "I care" like a piece of hand painted artwork. And it is so easy to make something special that can be ready in time for the holidays. Watercolor is such a great medium because it's so versatile and dries quickly making it easy to get a whole stack of cards done in less than an hour. This is one of eight patterns I've made this year for YOU! All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a ...
Ornament Watercolor Christmas Card Step-by-Step for Beginners with Free Pattern and Printable
Nothing says "I care" like a piece of hand painted artwork. And it is so easy to make something special that can be ready in time for the holidays. Watercolor is such a great medium because it's so versatile and dries quickly making it easy to get a whole stack of cards done in less than an hour. This is one of eight patterns I've made this year for YOU! All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a ...
Wreath Watercolor Christmas Card Step-by-Step for Beginners with Free Pattern and Printable
Nothing says "I care" like a piece of hand painted artwork. And it is so easy to make something special that can be ready in time for the holidays. Watercolor is such a great medium because it's so versatile and dries quickly making it easy to get a whole stack of cards done in less than an hour. This is one of eight patterns I've made this year for YOU! All of the patterns are available in the Resource Library. If you don't already have a ...
What to Add To Your Nature Journal When You’re Feeling Stuck
The blank journal page. It can be so overwhelming sometimes! Some days it comes easy. Other days, not so much. Facing that page can feel paralyzing! I think my biggest fear is that I'll waste my precious time and materials on something that won't turn out like I want it to. But, I've learned that I just can’t worry about that. Like anything, just the practice of showing up and doing the work is what it takes to transform us into the ...
What to Add To Your Art Journal When you are Feeling Stuck
Ah! The Blank Page. It can be so daunting! Whether your blank page is a sketchbook, an open laptop or a canvas, the "just starting part" can be paralyzing. I think my biggest fear is that I'll waste my precious time and materials on something that won't turn out like I want it to. But, I've learned that I just can’t worry about that. Like anything, just the practice of showing up and doing the work is what it takes to transform us into the ...
Ten Ways Art Helps Me Be A Better Parent
Did you know art makes parenting easier? It really does! And today I'm going to tell you how. Here are ten different ways ART (either appreciating or making) has helped me with parenting and helped my kids with life. Quick Note: Before I start I want to invite you to the Lily and Thistle Resource Library where you will find all kinds of great resources and join our community of Creative, Intentional Moms. Okay, now back to this post. ART ...
Watercolor Basics – A Quick Supply Guide for Beginners
Are you thinking about trying your hand at Watercolor? I'm excited for you! Watercolor is one of my favorite mediums both for the ease of use and for the look of the finished product. You may have noticed that there are thousands of products out there to use and buy. It can be pretty overwhelming! My goal here today is to make it as easy as possible for you to get started and enjoy your process. I believe the best way to learn is to just jump ...