Let's create a stunning heart painting that shimmers with color and texture! This project combines bold reds and pinks, soft blended backgrounds, and sparkling glass accents to bring your artwork to life. Whether you're making it for Valentine’s Day or just want to add a little extra love to your decor, this step-by-step tutorial will guide you through the process. 

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace your heart with a stylus.

Next, we'll work on painting our heart. I'm going to start by painting one half of the heart with Cherry Red, the middle of the heart with Dragonfruit Pink, and the other half of the heart with Poodleskirt Pink and white to create a blended ombre effect on the heart. Dry with a heat tool. Add a second coat using the same technique and dry again.

Then, I’ll add some gold accents around the edges of the heart using Dazzling Metallics Splendid Gold. For the background, I’ll start with white...

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful heart and wings canvas! This project combines rich metallic gold tones with sculpted texture to create a stunning, dimensional piece. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, this artwork is a perfect way to add warmth to your space.

Begin by applying a coat of Metallic White paint to your 12x12 canvas, ensuring smooth, even coverage by pulling the paint in one direction. This helps the metallic finish lay flat and reflective. Dry with a heat tool.

Next, secure your tracer to the canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and use a stylus to trace the heart and wings.

For the heart, apply a layer of Metallic Antique Gold paint. Then, for the wings, use a heavy-bodied paint like Master's Touch Antique Gold. Dip the back of a palette knife into the paint, start at the tips of the wings, and pull the paint downward to create texture and movement. Continue layering and sculpting the wings, blending some of the paint...

This heart balloon design features the word faith as its string, creating a simple yet meaningful piece of art. We originally made this for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but it’s a great project for any time of year. With soft pink tones, a touch of sparkle, and an easy process, it’s a fun and beautiful piece to create!

Use a sponge brush to paint your canvas with Metallic Pearl White, along with the edges as well. To achieve a smooth finish, pull the paint with your brush in one direction. Dry with a heat tool.

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace the heart and word "faith" with a stylus. 

Apply a base coat of Poodleskirt Pink to the heart and dry it using a heat tool.

For the second coat, apply another layer of Poodleskirt Pink, and while the paint is still wet, blend White into the left side and Dragonfruit Pink into the right. Incorporate a touch of Cinnamon Drop throughout for added depth. To enhance dimension,...

Transform a simple 9x12 canvas into a heartfelt masterpiece with this fun and creative art project! With minimal painting for the background, abstract brushstrokes for vibrant hearts, and a touch of sparkling red glass for texture, this tutorial is perfect for all skill levels.

Begin by applying a base coat of white acrylic paint to your canvas. While the paint is still wet, blend in a few drops of French Blue to add subtle texture and depth to your background. Use a heat tool to dry the canvas completely.

Next, lightly sketch heart shapes onto your canvas with a pencil, or use a tracer if you prefer.

With a 1/2-inch brush, loosely apply red acrylic paint where the sketched heart shapes are on your canvas. Keep the strokes imperfect to achieve an abstract, artistic effect for your hearts.

Using a palette knife, apply a darker red shade, such as Napa Red, to your hearts to add dimension. Keep your strokes loose and abstract for an imperfect look. Layer more of the original red...

Transform a simple 8x8 wooden canvas into a sparkling crystal snowflake with this simple winter art project. Using layers of blended acrylic paint, clear glass strips, iridescent beads, seed beads, and a glossy resin finish, you'll create a stunning piece that captures the magic of snow! 

For this project, I’m using an 8x8 wooden canvas, which is perfect for holding the glass elements that will form our crystal snowflake. To prepare the board, I painted it with a coat of black acrylic paint and let it dry completely. Then, I lightly sanded the surface to smooth it out.

Next, I added black acrylic paint around the edges of the canvas in a circular motion. I blended Payne’s Grey towards the center, creating a gradient effect. Finally, I added white acrylic paint in the middle and blended it outward for a soft, seamless transition.

Now, let's start building our snowflake using clear glass strips. To cut your clear glass strips, you can use a glass scoring tool...

Let's bring the beauty of nature indoors! This project is the perfect way to capture the rustic charm of pinecones and branches while adding a touch of sparkle with reflective glass and resin. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or new to glass art, this tutorial will guide you step-by-step to create an art piece that combines painting and mixed-media techniques.

Paint your canvas with a coat of white acrylic paint. Next, grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace your pinecone and tree branch with a stylus. 

Use Traditional Burnt Umber to paint the tree branch, giving it some bumps and grooves to look like a real tree branch. While the branch is still wet, add Rusted Pipe down the middle to create depth. Use a small liner brush to add white paint along one side of your branch for a highlight. 

Let's paint on the pine needles! Make sure your paintbrush is super wet and mix it around your green paint, giving it an inky...

With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll create a beautiful acorn that incorporates fun painting techniques and glass elements. Whether you’re new to painting or have some experience, this project is a great way to unwind and add a touch of charm to your home. Plus, it’s simple enough to complete in an afternoon, making it a perfect winter craft to enjoy.

Begin by painting the background with a base coat of white paint. Blend Camel into the upper portion of the canvas and Gray Storm into the lower area where your acorn will be positioned.

Next, secure your tracer to the canvas with tape, place a sheet of graphite paper underneath, and use a stylus to carefully trace the outline of the acorn.

For the acorn itself, paint the bottom section with Rusted Pipe and the top section with Camel. Use Traditional Burnt Umber to paint the acorn stem. Once complete, dry your work with a heat tool.

Apply a second coat of Rusted Pipe to the bottom of the acorn for a richer finish....

Transforming scrap glass into a whimsical melted snowman ornament is a fun and simple craft perfect for the winter season. With just a few tools and materials, you can create a unique decoration to add charm to your holiday tree or gift to someone special!

Begin by peeling the plastic film off one side of your acrylic round. This will be the front of your ornament. Next, apply a small amount of SnowTex to the round and spread it evenly to create a snowy base. Put this aside to dry. 

To create your melted snowman, start by attaching a tracer to a piece of white sheet glass, and trace the two snowman shapes. Put on gloves and safety glasses for protection. Use a pair of wheeled nippers to carefully cut around the snowman shapes, taking small, irregular bits as you go. Next, use a honing stone to gently soften the edges all the way around. Wipe off any remaining tracer lines.

You should end up with two irregular pieces of white sheet glass and a white, round/flat gem that will...

This reindeer project is the perfect blend of painting and glass embellishments, making it an eye-catching addition to your holiday decor. Starting with a simple painted base, you’ll bring your reindeer to life with layers of color and detail. Then, take it to the next level by adding vitrigraph glass antlers, clear glass, beads, and a glossy resin finish.

Begin by applying a base coat of white paint to your canvas, ensuring full coverage, and dry it using a heat tool. Next, position your reindeer tracer on the canvas, tape it in place, and slide a sheet of graphite paper underneath. Use a stylus to trace only the reindeer’s head.

Once traced, paint the reindeer’s head with a base coat of Rusted Pipe paint. After drying with a heat tool, apply a second coat for an even finish. Reposition your tracer and trace the facial details of the reindeer.

Next, I’ll paint the ears using Warm Beige. For the bangs, I’ll apply another coat of Rusted Pipe and blend...

Begin by painting the background and sides of your canvas with a coat of Metallic Pearl paint. Use smooth, even strokes in one direction to ensure a beautiful, uniform metallic shine. Dry the paint thoroughly with a heat tool.

Next, apply a layer of Enchanted Magenta over the Metallic Pearl, again pulling the paint in one direction. This will create a vibrant, shimmering pink effect for your background. Dry again.

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace the ornament with a stylus. 

Start by painting the ornament with a base coat of Primary Red. Use a heat tool to dry it completely before applying a second coat. Once the second coat is dry, apply a...