Author: Jennie Moraitis
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Free Brush Lettering Practice Sheet
Here’s another free brush lettering practice sheet for you courtesy of Olivia from Random Olive. I received a set of Tombow brush pens a little early for Christmas this year so I used those to letter this quote over and over in different brilliant colors. (P.S. Those pens are awesome!) About the quote . .…
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Learn from a Favorite Artist
What could you learn from a favorite artist this week? That’s what we’re talking about for this week’s Creative Play Challenge prompt. If I were to ask you who your favorite artist is, what would you say? Does someone immediately come to mind? Are there several artists that vie for your attention? For this week’s…
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A Handmade Christmas — Simple Gifts You Can Make NOW
This year I thought it’d be fun to share a bunch of handmade Christmas gift ideas here on the blog. Of course, I thought of this idea and then realized I was going to have to get them finished well before Christmas in order to share them with you. The good thing is I was…
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Creative Prompt: Use What You Have
This week on The Creative Play Challenge, we’re going to do one my favorite things. Our prompt is to use what you have to make a project. Yes, of course I love new craft supplies. At the time of writing this post, I’m looking forward to Jane Davenport’s new line of paint materials like you…
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How to Give a Mini-Retreat to a Friend
Learn how to give a mini-retreat to a friend (basically the best gift ever!) One of my favorite gifts to give is a mini-retreat in a box. You can mail it or hand it over to your friend for her birthday (or whenever.) I know I’m biased because I love creative retreats but long before…
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How to Make Wood Slice Ornaments
I love wood slice ornaments. The moment I saw these popping up on Instagram last year, I was in love. The only problem was I have exactly zero tools to make said wood slices. Thankfully, though, I’ve spotted plain wood slice ornaments everywhere this year. Which means . . . of course I had to…
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It’s Miniature Bunting Time
I’m so glad you stopped by today because I have a treat for you. I’ve been working on a fun holiday gift package that you can get for 50% off, and these miniature bunting banners are two of the digital files you will receive. There are several different buntings included, so let’s jump right in!…
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Create Every Day — Brush Lettering Practice
Have you ever tried brush lettering? It’s so much fun! One of the things I’ve been learning this year is hand-lettering. And on my list of avenues to explore in the lettering movement was brush lettering. I love its fluidity and just so happen to have bought some round brushes for watercolors for my birthday.…
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How to Make Fruit Sugar
Have you ever made fruit sugar? This recipe is so delicious—perfect sprinkled on cookies, toast, yogurt, you name it! Last year I bought pretty much all of my family a copy of Maggie Battista’s book, Food Gift Love, because it is basically the perfect cookbook. Maggie has a way of taking something somewhat ordinary like…
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Shortbread Cookie Mix
Mix up this simple and delicious shortbread cookie mix, pour it in a mason jar, and you’ve got an instant gift that’s great for Christmas or anytime of the year! This shortbread cookie mix recipe comes to you courtesy of my Aunt Bobbi who gave it to me years ago. I’m going to be packaging…