NEWS - Painting Color Wheel

I will be writing an online newsletter on my website. This is be an informative article with many resources. To start it out, please go to the following site. Great Information here!!

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Paint Color Chart - Do You Know What A Paint Color Chart For Artists Is? Truth is, if you're interested knowing about making better colors when painting then this could be the most important message you will ever read. Discover the secrets to the paint and color chart.

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Quotes to learn from!

Painting is an illusion, a piece of magic, so what you see is not what you see. I don’t know what a painting is; who knows what sets off even the desire to paint? It might be things, thoughts, a memory, sensations, which have nothing to do directly with painting itself. They can come from anything and anywhere.

Philip Guston

I love this quote! I enjoy the artist to whom the quote belongs as well. If you would like to learn more please to click here.

Friday Flea Market

I don't have anything new today for FFM . . .hopefully my "goodie" searches will yield some more for next week!




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Attn: Doll Collectors!!

Introducing the dolly pops! Candy-colored clothespin dollies with lollipop stick arms. They are based on lollipop flavors, like lemon drop and orange...



Click here to go to Jen's blog and read more about her darling dollies!! These are just a doll collectors dream! This is on my list for a Christmas gift for my mum. She collects dolls, and has many different dolls but not on like this! Oh, so cute!!

Glassware Decore!

I have a great blog - and painting idea to share with you! Below is a little taste of the painting idea from Kari and Kijsa. Click on the picture to head right over there!


(photo copyright "Ask Kari and Kijsa")

Please read the following from Decoart (the manufacturer of the paints used in the above idea) - it is very, very important to use a piece of paper towel underneath dry foods (like cookies) or to use a clear glass plate ontop of your decoratively painted one to place your food upon. I prefer the clear glass plate, so I can show off my pretties!!





FAQs for Ultra Gloss Acrylic Enamels

1. I would like to paint some drinking glasses and a pitcher as a gift. What kind of paint do you recommend? If I paint these items, will they be safe to drink out of?

Ultra Gloss would be the best paint to use on your glassware. It is specifically designed to adhere to hard, slick surfaces like glass, china, ceramics, and hard plastics. Clean your glassware well and rinse with vinegar; be careful not to put your hands on the area that you will be painting, if you do you may redeposit oils on to the glass. Paint your design, but remember to keep the pattern out of areas that will be in direct contact with food or utensils (though Ultra Gloss is non-toxic, it is not recommended for use where food or utensils will be in direct contact with painted areas). Allow your finished piece to dry at least 7 days to ensure that the paint has cured. To add extra strength and durability to oven safe items, you may bake them after 24 hours. (Baked pieces are dishwasher safe.) When baking, do not preheat oven. Place the piece in a cool oven and then heat to 325. After 30 minutes, turn off oven and allow oven to cool before removing your piece. Finished pieces can be used for dining but should be treated like fine china or crystal. Remember, these are not fired pieces. 2. I would like to get a frosted look on some glassware. Do you have a paint I can use for this? Ultra Gloss is available in 6 lovely pearl shades. These colors will give the effect of a frosted look when sponged very lightly on glassware. You might also try our Easy Cling stencils. These stencils are made of a pliable material, which will temporarily adhere or "cling" to glass or ceramics. They will easily curve around glasses, cups, pitchers or hard-to-fit areas. You can then sponge on Ultra Gloss Pearl paints and have a frosted look in many different designs. 3. Is Ultra Gloss suitable for use on casseroles and other oven ware? Are they microwave safe? We do not recommend using Ultra Gloss on casseroles or baking dishes that will be heated in either the microwave or conventional oven. Ultra Gloss is best for decorative items.

(above information from Decoart website)

If you would like more information on Decoart Paints/Products:
http://www.decoart.com


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Contest Alert - Contest Alert!!

Yippeee!!! Now this is the way to start a week!! I love reading blogs (I am much more faithful at reading, lately, then writing. I know baaaaad me!)
and one of my favorites is hosting 20 days of contests!! Hop on over and join me in a really good time - entering to win some great goodies!!






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Friday Flea Market

Friday Flea Market Sneak Peek!

Special price for FFM this week, $6.00 each (regulary $10.00 each)


Set of Two cups and Two saucers. Beautiful Roses in a dark mauve and pink!






Check out my friends sales too!






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New Painting Project

This is a new item I am working on. When finished it will be a three piece set. It feels so good to have a brush in my hand again. Seems like forever since I painted.

Except for painting with my grandchildren. We had a grand time while they visited - it was sad to see them go back to germany! I will miss them!





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Sunny Day Trip

Below is some pretty pictures I took while out and about. It was good to get out in the sunshine . . .


A gazebo on the lake front in Esacanaba, MI



Lighthouse in the lake front park. I want to tour it next time we are near.



Summer session for school starts on July 13. Hopefully I will be better organized and can post more often! *smile*



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Friday Flea Market

Friday Flea Market Sneak Peek!

Special price for FFM this week, $2.oo each (regulary $3.00 each)








Check out my friends sales too!