Birth flower tattoos are becoming increasingly popular, and there is a pretty good reason behind them. First of all these tattoos offer a beautiful way to

Henry Charles Bukowski (born Heinrich Karl Bukowski; August 16, 1920 – March 9, 1994) was a German-American poet, novelist, and short-story writer. His writing was influenced by the social, cultural, and economic ambiance of his home city of Los Angeles.

This originally was a custom request I designed and made for a customer for his bakery/cafe. I thought it turned out kind of cute so I made a few more! We all know that special someone who makes "the best Pies EVER!" and this would be a great gift idea for them to proudly display in their kitchen, or for someone who makes and serves their own special pies in a cafe, coffee shop, or bakery. MEASURES 10"w x 15" H CHOOSE CHERRY PIE RED (red ink/cream background) BLUEBERRY PIE (Blue ink/cream background)

Negative leaf print by one of my second grade students earlier this year. Hey, guys! This post has been very popular on my blog...if you are interested in other leaf-y projects, look at my Leaf Relief project and my Pressed Leaf Project as well. Thanks! I don't know what it's like where you live, but here in Tennessee, we are experiencing spring-like weather. For the most part. I mean it did snow the last two Saturdays (and, in Tennessee, "snow" means just a few flakes and a couple of inches) but the other day it was 78 degrees. Crazy, right? For that reason, I've got touch of spring fever. You too? Well then you might enjoy this leafy printmaking project I did at the beginning of the year with my second graders. It's simple, scientific, beautiful and fun...okay, enough talking about me (!), on with the lesson. For this project, you'll need the following: gelatin, not Jell-o. Most grocery stores carry a brand called Knox which sells in boxes of 16 pouches. cookie sheets printmaking brayer, sold at most craft stores printing ink variety of leaves paper Print pulled from the same printing tray, this time the positive version. The night before you begin, you'll need to prepare your sheets of gelatin. To do that, bring about 3-4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, whisked one pouch of gelatin into the pot. You don't want any clumps of gelatin, so whisk like there's no tomorrow. You'll end up adding about 12-15 pouches of gelatin into that one pot. Sorry, I'm not into exact measurements. Which could explain a lot about my cooking. If there are any remaining unwhiskable clumps, remove them with a spoon. Pour mixture into a cookie sheet filling it about 1". Leave uncovered over night. If you see any bubbles in the cookie sheet, pop them or remove with a spoon. For my class of 20 students, I made three trays. Pulling the first print always managed to get oohhhh's and aahhhh's aplenty. The following day, we were ready to print. The surface of the gelatin was squishy yet very firm, perfect for holding our printing ink. I think I can explain this best in steps, so here you go: Using a brayer and printing ink, cover surface of gelatin in ink. Place leaves onto the ink-covered cookie sheet with the veiny side down. I don't recommend using anything with pine needles because that will puncture the gelatin. But experiment, you never know! Once leaves are in place, lay paper on top of cookie sheet and rub (er, we call it "massage") the paper. Pull paper off, as you see in the above photo, and viola! You have your first print! Notice how clear the gelatin looks. All of the ink that was once on the tray is now on the paper. I love her dainty fingers pulling up the second print. So sweet. Now for the second print: Gently remove all of the leaves from the tray. It's best to pull them out by the end of the stem. Place a new sheet of paper over the now-empty cookie sheet and rub. Pull second print which will be a positive image of the first. Looks like a black and white photo, don't you think? Once both prints have been pulled, re-ink the tray and begin the process all over again. With a class of 20 students and 3 pans of gelatin, about 10 kids were able to print per half an hour class. The pans of gelatin can last about two days with an endless amount of printing. I tried to cover the gelatin and keep it for a little longer, but condensation droplets created strange little craters on the surface. If left uncovered for too many days, it begins to dry and crack. For that reason, if you plan to do this project for longer than a couple of days, you'll just need to prepare more gelatin pans the night before. Our second go-round of printing involved using white ink on black paper. Just as pretty. This project is so easy and the results so stunning that everyone is successful. I've now had a couple of craft get-togethers and this is always a hit. Once those leaves start growing in your neck of the woods, I do hope you'll give it a shot! I love the photo negative quality of this print.

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Elevate your home decor with this exquisite watercolor painting of "The Last Supper," capturing the pivotal moment Jesus shared his final meal with his disciples. This art print is a perfect blend of traditional religious themes and modern watercolor techniques, printed on premium matte paper to ensure longevity and vibrant colors. Features: High-Quality Print: Printed on premium matte paper for a smooth and luxurious finish. Vivid Colors: Utilizes high-quality inks to ensure the watercolor hues are as vibrant as the original painting. Spiritual Significance: A timeless scene capturing the emotional depth and religious importance of The Last Supper. Versatile Decor: Ideal for living rooms, prayer rooms, churches, or as a thoughtful gift for religious occasions. Multiple Sizes: Available in various dimensions to fit your wall space perfectly. Details: Material: Durable and long-lasting premium Matte Paper 200 gsm/ 80 lb Printing Technique: High-resolution digital print Dimensions: Available in multiple sizes Frame: Not included Shipping: Each poster is shipped in robust packaging, ensuring it arrives safe and secure.t Why Choose This Print? Faithful Representation: Accurate and detailed depiction of Jesus and his disciples. Artistic Excellence: Created by skilled artists specializing in watercolor techniques. Long-lasting: Resistant to fading, ensuring the art remains as impactful as the day you receive it. Care Instructions: Keep out of direct sunlight Handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid smudging Order yours today to bring this spiritual masterpiece into your home or gift it to a loved one! TO PURCHASE Select the size and place your order. Prints typically arrive within 3-5 business days of purchase. VISIT OUR SHOP View all prints & gifts: https://www.etsy.com/shop/OpenStill © OpenStill. All rights reserved. The purchase of this item does not transfer reproduction rights. You may share my work on your blog and other social media sites, but please credit OpenStill and include a link to our Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/OpenStill). Please DO NOT use my artwork or the sample images on my shop for any other reason without obtaining my written permission. ***KEYWORDs*** Last Supper, Jesus, Disciples, Christian Decor, Religious Wall Art, Biblical Painting, Holy Supper, Christian Gift, Church Art, Spiritual Decor, Religious Gift, Handmade Art, Vintage Last Supper, Canvas Art, Framed Art, Wood Carving, Custom Art, Bible Verse, Home Decor, Inspirational Art.

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Inks are great aren't they? I mean I use a lot of acrylic paint but I do love using acrylic inks too. I love drawing with them but they are fabulous for all sorts of techniques and mark making, so I thought it would be fun to share some ideas for how to get the most out of your inks.

Beautifully Handwritten Quote "Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt. Poetry is panting that is felt rather than seen." Leonardo da Vinci via This cat made me laugh😹

Final poster size is 18" X 24" These posters are screen printed by hand, which gives prints like this its characteristic handmade look.  Slight imperfections are part of their beauty because prints are pulled one at a time.

Welcome to Saturday Stitches, where you watch me learn embroidery stitches! You can find all Saturday Stitches posts in the "Tutorials" link at the top of my blog. Enjoy! Yesterday, I went to stitch with Margot. She was awesome - had everything set out including books and various sized threads. I came away with a Bullion Knot! I tried it before and sadly failed. This time, I nailed it! : ) Awesome. Thank you Margot. Cat tails, here I come! Start like this. a long enough needle is helpful easy does it. then back down where ever you want Tada! There you go. You can make them as long or short as you like, with as many or little wraps as you choose. If you wrap ten times onto a long ending stitch, it will look like a cat-tail. If you wrap ten times on the perfect length, it looks like a wormy. : ) If you wrap ten times and don't stitch far at all, then it loops itself, which would be very pretty in a floral piece perhaps! Have a good one! : )

You know the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover?” The same rule can be changed into “Don’t judge a person by its ink.” Getting some body art inked is probably one of the best ways for self-expression—be it a drawing in remembrance of your past beliefs, shenanigans or a minimal tattoo filled with deep meanings. No tattoo design is meaningless or ugly because there’s always something bigger behind it. At least to the person who chose the unique tattoo, that is.

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