The Basics

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

What Is An Altered Book?

What Is An Altered Book?

Never heard of one? Start here.

Decos 101

Decos 101

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

Artist Trading Card Basics

Artist Trading Card Basics

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

A Quick Discussion of Paint Grades

A Quick Discussion of Paint Grades

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.

VIDEO: How to Use Glue Sticks

VIDEO: How to Use Glue Sticks

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

VIDEO: Sponge Painting

VIDEO: Sponge Painting

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

VIDEO: Text Pages

VIDEO: Text Pages

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

Using Fabric to Develop a Color Palette

Using Fabric to Develop a Color Palette

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

Which Glue Should I Use?

Which Glue Should I Use?

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

Sorting Through Scissors

Sorting Through Scissors

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

Theme Ideas

Theme Ideas

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

A Paper Crafts Glossary

A Paper Crafts Glossary

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

Inchie, Rinchie, Twinchie, Moo

Inchie, Rinchie, Twinchie, Moo

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

Animal Group Names

Animal Group Names

A long, silly list of what we call groups of animals.