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The Basics

These articles will help you get started in a variety of areas.


[18 Jan 2009 | Comments Off | ]

A few things to help you make your inexpensive paper punches last longer, and work better.

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[5 Oct 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Wondering what these terms mean? Here’s a quick visual guide.

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[28 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Ever wonder what all those paper craft terms really mean? Here are some answers.

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[30 Aug 2008 | Comments Off | ]

A big, long list of over 350 themes for altered artwork.

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[4 Jul 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Here’s a quick look at the scissors and other cutting implements I use when making things.

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[28 Jun 2008 | Comments Off | ]

A quick rundown of which glues I use, and what I use them for.

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[26 Jan 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Shy about combining colors? Try using a piece of fabric as a guide.

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[24 Oct 2007 | Comments Off | ]

Wondering what the heck I mean when I say to use text pages in a project? This video will clear things up.

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[26 Aug 2007 | Comments Off | ]

To go along with the potion bottle lesson I posted, here’s a quick video on sponge painting.

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[29 Jul 2007 | Comments Off | ]

Jeanne asked how to get a better result from her glue sticks—and here’s my answer.

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[14 Jan 2007 | Comments Off | ]

In my last article, I mentioned briefly the difference between cheap and expensive paints. Since that seems to be the thing most people commented upon, I thought I’d split that information out and elaborate a bit.

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[8 Jan 2004 | Comments Off | ]

Just getting started on your artist trading card journey? Try this article.

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[2 Jan 2004 | Comments Off | ]

A quick rundown of what they are, and what to do with them.

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[2 Jan 2004 | Comments Off | ]

Never heard of one? Start here.

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