I’ve been thinking a lot about identity recently. The question ‘who am I?’ has come up repeatedly over the years, and every time it comes round again I find something I’ve n…
I've finally found the Best Pancakes Ever. They are fluffy, crispy on the edges, tender in the middle, and completely stackable. The search is over!
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Find out how I made a botanical mandala print on fabric using the flower hammering/pounding technique. Follow along with my steps and create your own printed mandala… and find out what I learnt from my experiments. It’s lots of fun and the possibilities are endless! You can learn this fun technique from Samorn Sanixay who...
Did you know there's only one hotel at Machu Picchu? Or how about the Machu Picchu passport stamp? Get tips from someone who's been there twice.
How to Easily Improve Your Child's Language Using Songs and Music. Today let’s talk about why music is a powerful tool in early intervention and how to use songs in speech therapy (and at home!) to improve your child's language.
I've been receiving questions about transfer into fabric since I posted my romantic pillow or lavender sachets and I thought that a picture is worth a thousand…
I'm back!!! did you miss me?!?!?! I hope that there haven't been any disasters while I've been gone?!?! I had my last tutorial of the year at Uni today - and my last assignment went in on the weekend. yayay - I'm finally done for the year. (and I'm just a little relieved about that I must say!!) lots to catch up on - lots to tell - but let's get back to the art lesson I talked about in my last post - on Op Art! here's my attempt at some Op Art -(I made this this evening to go through the steps!)..... the actual lesson went really really well. the kids were very focused, and loved all the examples I showed them of Bridget Riley's work. (in my researching - I found out that our own National Gallery here in Canberra holds 14 of Bridget's works. I'll have to pop in over the holidays to have a wee look me thinks!) I took along a tape measure in class and explained that my little A4 copies were tiny in comparison to most of the works in real life. They ooo-ed and aaaah-ed about that - especially when the little versions played with their eyes and heads on the small scale!! anyhoo - here's how I led them through the practical side of the intro to Op Art lesson. (the 2 lessons - for 2 separate classes - were for 1 hour each including a talk about Bridget's work and the movement of Op Art / the classes were both combined Year 5/6) I roughly modelled the following on the white board - step 1. take your A5 card - write your name on one side - on the other rule a rough 1cm border in lead pencil all the way around the edge of the card. (this helped so that they wouldn't draw on the tables when the textas/markers were used later)..... step 2. with the lead pencil - draw concentric circles out from the middle to the border lines. (I explained that they did not have to start exactly in the middle - they could start to one side - and they didn't have to be perfect)..... step 3. with a ruler and a lead pencil - draw a vertical line through the centre circle..... step 4. add more vertical lines across the whole image - varying the thickness. ie make some closer together and some wider apart..... step 5. grab a black felt tip pen and start colouring in - carefully. start in the middle....then work your way up and down - then outwards. (white out/liquid paper works well to fix up any mistakes). biggest tip - take your time!! (from here on in the actual lesson - I let the students run with it - and I circulated to help out here and there - lots and lots of circulating!!!)..... and here's my final pic before I used an eraser to gently rub out the pencil marks..... if you squint your eyes and look at the pic - you should be able to see movement - ie - waves!! (Bridget Riley is far more clever than I - you don't need to squint at her pics!!! - she's very clever - her lines are meticulous - go back to this post to see again). some more pics tonight of mine..... and finally - here's some of the student's work from when I was on prac..... this was a super fun lesson - I had fun - and the kids loved it. sad I couldn't expand on the lesson and get them to reflect more on what they had achieved and then look at making more Op Art - exploring it all a little more. sadly there was no time to fit such a lesson in while I was on prac. (just wait till I get my own classroom!!!!) the entire prac was absolutely brilliant. my mentor teacher already talked to the principal about me!!! they want me back when I have my degree! (even if it's just relief work to start with) nice. one more year........one more year......one more year....... so - after having such a long break from house business and crafting - I'm raring to get back into it!!! the in-laws arrive on Thursday for a wee 5 day visit - but other than that I'll be busy as a mad woman around this place! (are mad women busy????? maybe should have stuck with 'bumble bee' !!) hope I still have some followers?!?! for those that are still visiting - thank you. I promise to be a little betterer with posting - at least until Christmas!! (insert huge cheeky smiley face right here!) hugz from here. cheryl xox.
Explore a piece of American history at Mount Rushmore National Memorial with this list of activities you can't miss -- written by a former park ranger!
sorry I've been playing too much stardew, smooching her vicariously through my farmer
Size: 15x10cm / 6x4" Composition: 300gsm ultra pearlescent, hi-white paper Print: giclee/archival quality Made in England Liverpool is a unique British city, which has been shaped by its history as one of the country's most important ports as well as home of the legendary Beatles. I love the Liver Building with the two little Liver Birds perched on top. I enjoyed drawing the many wharf buildings of Albert Docks and the contrasting two cathedrals that can be seen on the skyline. I've been to Liverpool many times but drawing it gives me a new insight into the city's cultural heritage, which is often overshadowed by the success of four young and very talented men! Today, football is the focus of many of its citizens and I have included players from both home teams within my artwork. Shop Julia's Art on Etsy! https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/JuliaGash
Vakantie in de Harz Duitsland. Tips voor de mooiste vakwerksteden, bezienswaardigheden en wandelingen in het Duitse Harzgebergte.
The Official New 7 Wonders of the World have been elected by more than 100 million votes to represent global heritage throughout history. The listing is in random order, as announced at the Declaration Ceremony on 07.07.07.
New graphics set, this time for the Sims in Bloom Legacy by @a-sims-garden! I've been wanting to do this challenge for a long time. I hope I'm able to eventually.
Unlock the magic of DIY sensory bottles at Especially Education. Discover step-by-step guides and ideas to create your own captivating sensory bottle experiences.
I've been receiving questions about transfer into fabric since I posted my romantic pillow or lavender sachets and I thought that a picture is worth a thousand…
Ga je Cochem bezoeken of verblijf je in ferienresort Cochem en ben je benieuwd wat er allemaal te doen is? Cochem is waarschijnlijk het mooiste stadje aan de Moezel. De…
This 1 week Ecuador itinerary includes visits to Quito, San Jacinto, and Otavalo. This itinerary allows you to see the diversity in Ecuador in only 1 week!
tutorial on joining the ends of quilt binding
(English) Slovenia has a lot of Italian and Croation influences, which you'll taste the most in their food. During our great trip we've enjoyed eating Portoroz Piran.
This You've Been Penned Staff activity is perfect to start off the holiday season and have fun! Included in this packet: Editable Letter Editable Letter with tear off strip Letter with tear off strip Directions to include to each teacher (multiple templates) Poem (multiple templates) Gift tags (small-4 per sheet and large- 2 per sheet) Door hanger to let the others know "I've Been Penned!" Door sign to post Check out the preview to see the styles included! Check me out on Pinterest and Facebook! Also, follow me and be notified when new products are uploaded!
I’ve been having fun in my studio!
Classroom management is one of those things that can make or break a teaching career. It’s a bigger deal than I think I even realized when I first started teaching. The lack of it can steal your joy quicker than butter melts on hot toast. People who have it can make miracles happen with students...Read More »
Capdepera im Nordosten von Mallorca hat ein großes Highlight zu bieten - das Castell de Capdepera, die mittelalterliche Burg.
