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7 Reasons To Embrace Community Over Competition!
In this interview, I chat with Kristin Wilson, the creator of Creative Founders about why community over competition it’s important. I have never (like, NEVER) thought of number 7 and it’s my new fave! Check out the video and then scroll down for my key takeaways from...
How to DIY Hand Lettering on Pumpkins
Ever wanted to create Pinterest-worthy pumpkins for your front steps? Today, I'm going to walk you through hand lettering your own pumpkins... including the tools you need and how to lay it all out! Ready to take your fall decor to the next level? This week I'm...
How To Draw Easy Step-By-Step Floral Doodles (and use them to DIY your own shoes!)
A bride asked me to decorate a pair of shoes for her... so I filmed it for you! First, I'll show you how to draw really simple peonies, then I'll step-by-step detail how to apply them to a pair of shoes. I like to use the same flower when I'm doing a project like this...
How To Paint A Watercolour Wreath
In this interview Stephanie Fehrenbach is back to teach us step-by-step lesson on how to paint a fall themed watercolour wreath! Trust me, you won't beLEAF how easy it is!! Check out the lesson, and then scroll down for some key takeaways and as well as a list of all...
What To Use (And Not Use) When You’re Doing Lettering On Acrylic!
PSA: Be REALLY careful you don’t scratch your acrylic! Lettering on acrylic is a great way to practice your calligraphy and lettering skills and get you geared up for windows and other display signage. So this week, I want to delve into what TO use and what NOT to use...
How To Paint A Galaxy
In this interview Christina of Pocketful of Letters shows us how to paint a galaxy not one, not two but THREE DIFFERENT WAYS! Check out the video for the full tutorial and then scroll down for my key takeaways and a list of all the tools we mentioned! IN THIS EPISODE...
The Easiest Way To Add Flourishing To Your Calligraphy (HINT: it’s with a free worksheet!)
Struggling with how to even BEGIN learning to add flourishing to your calligraphy? Start here with a quick explanation and a free worksheet to get you going!
How To Scan & Edit Your Watercolour Artwork with Jenna Rainey
In this interview Jenna Rainey gives us a whole step-by-step process on how she scans, edits AND digitizes her watercolour artwork. SOO many awesome tips, tricks and shortcuts to save yourself time! Check out the video below, and then scroll down for my key takeaways...
3 Hacks For Laying Out Calligraphy Letters
If you are struggling to get your spacing right for your calligraphy, these are going to be life-changing! Let's Get Started! Let's talk lettering layouts... The three layouts I am going to focus on are: Beginning LayoutIntermediate LayoutAdvanced Layout Prefer to...
How YOU Can Get Started With Bounce Lettering
So you're feeling confident with your calligraphy and you want to start stylizing your own letters. And you keep hearing about "bounce lettering" buuuut, you're not sure where to start... See how all of the words on the right-hand side are more playful and look...
5 Ways To Start Shading Your Hand Lettering
Have you ever wondered, "What side of the letter do I add the shading on," or "What side does the light even come from"? Where does that light come from?! Anytime you hear about shading, you're told to just think about where the light is coming from and shade on the...
How To Easily Digitize Your Lettering WITHOUT The Fancy Computer Programs
In this interview, Shelly Kim shows us the EASIEST ways you can digitize your lettering! And if you thought there was just one "proper" way, you'd be wrong! Check out the video for yourself and then scroll down for my key takeaways and a list of all the resources we...