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Art Journal Every Day: From the Linky List

If you're new to Art Journal Every Day, there is a short introduction here. All of the previous posts can be found archived here. There is a flickr group for sharing right here. Remember, it's just ten minutes of nourishing... Continue reading

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The History of Typography

This video by Ben Barrett-Forrest is beyond brilliant and you must watch it. Not only is it beautifully done stop motion animation mixed with fantastic sound effects, but it is an excellent five-minute lesson in the history of typography. I... Continue reading

Posted 2 days ago at Balzer Designs

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Getting Started with Watercolor Begins June 1

I'm super excited about my new online class "Getting Started with Watercolor." Class is hosted on a private password protected blog and all lessons are delivered via video. In class we will be working with liquid watercolors... ...pan watercolors... ...tube... Continue reading

Posted 3 days ago at Balzer Designs

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Watercolored Dimensional Paper Cut Cards

So I decided to take my dimensional paper cut cards one step further. (One should always take an artful exercise one step further, don't you think?) I added color... I think they're just amazing looking. I can hardly stand the... Continue reading

Posted 4 days ago at Balzer Designs

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No More Google Reader

I don't know about you, but I love reading blogs. I subscribe to more than 100 blogs at the moment. And I keep track of all of them through Google Reader. Unfortunately, Google is shutting Reader down on July 1.... Continue reading

Posted 5 days ago at Balzer Designs

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The Weekend Five: Necklaces I Saw on Pinterest

I collect jewelry the way some women collect shoes. I love to make jewelry. I love to buy jewelry. I love to wear jewelry. And I adore *giant* statement necklaces. Here are five amazing necklaces that I ran across on... Continue reading

Posted 7 days ago at Balzer Designs

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Art Journal Every Day: Spring Please

If you're new to Art Journal Every Day, there is a short introduction here. All of the previous posts can be found archived here. There is a flickr group for sharing right here. Remember, it's just ten minutes of nourishing... Continue reading

Posted May 17, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Dimensional Paper Cut Cards

I have to admit that my right hand is in bad shape. Ever since I figured out how to make these dimensional paper cut cards I can't stop making them! It all started because my friend Cheryl received this laser... Continue reading

Posted May 16, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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iPhone Camera Apps

I would guess that about 90% of the photos I take are taken with my iPhone. These are the photos that end up here on my blog, in my Project Life album, and on my scrapbook pages. Today I thought... Continue reading

Posted May 15, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Super Easy Watercolor Portraits

A while ago I pinned a super cool looking watercolor portrait tutorial. Recently I noticed that Kristin Dudish had tried it out with great results. So, I decided to try it out too! I put mine in frames and I... Continue reading

Posted May 14, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Filming two new DVDs!

On Thursday I filmed two new DVDs for Interweave! We filmed in my Mom's kitchen. There were three cameras and lots of fancy lights. Definitely puts my little home made videos to shame. It's always a lot of work to... Continue reading

Posted May 13, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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The Weekend Five: My Gorgeous Mama

In honor of Mother's Day, here are five photos of my gorgeous Mama -- a woman who is beautiful both inside and out -- with her babies. Happy Mother's Day to all the mamas! Thanks for stopping by! Continue reading

Posted May 12, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Art Journal Every Day: April Dailies

If you're new to Art Journal Every Day, there is a short introduction here. All of the previous posts can be found archived here. There is a flickr group for sharing right here. Remember, it's just ten minutes of nourishing... Continue reading

Posted May 10, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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I think its 6x6.

Commented May 9, 2013 on An Artful Place for the Keys at Balzer Designs

I think its 6x6.

Commented May 9, 2013 on An Artful Place for the Keys at Balzer Designs

An Artful Place for the Keys

I've always had a couple of hooks in the wall, right by the door, for keys. For me, it's the only thing that guarantees that I don't forget them and lock myself out. I decided to "pretty up" the key... Continue reading

Posted May 9, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Its one I made, but you could definitely use a lego!

Commented May 8, 2013 on How To Mount A Collage at Balzer Designs

How To Mount A Collage

Gosh, I got so many questions about exactly how I mounted my collages in this post, so I decided to do a quick tutorial. You will need: Gel Medium Palette Knife Matte Medium Paintbrush Collage Materials & Paint Finished Collage... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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Two Gifts

I recently handed out two birthday gifts. One was a card I gave to my friend Cheryl: The flags were made with tissue paper that I stained. I used a vellum envelope for a really pretty presentation: The second was... Continue reading

Posted May 7, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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This Fall. Its available for pre-sale now.

Commented May 6, 2013 on Carving Stamps for Patterning at The Ink Pad at Balzer Designs

The info will be in my book. :)

Commented May 6, 2013 on Carving Stamps for Patterning at The Ink Pad at Balzer Designs

We made custom colored ink pads!

Commented May 6, 2013 on Carving Stamps for Patterning at The Ink Pad at Balzer Designs

Carving Stamps for Patterning at The Ink Pad

On Saturday I shared all of my stamp carving secrets with a wonderful group of women at The Ink Pad. Not only were the stamps they carved absolutely amazing, but their enthusiasm and generous spirits made my day! I will... Continue reading

Posted May 6, 2013 at Balzer Designs

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