Articles related to "Altered"

How many times have you been to the flea market or to a yard sale and found an old beat up serving tray that really wasn't worthy for anything more than the garbage?

This quick and easy altered notepad holder makes a great gift for teachers, moms, and more.

Sometimes, mixed media artists want to add interest to their everyday objects. Today, we're going to talk about altering pencils.

The ideas explored here do not have to with dried flower buds or potpourri type materials. Instead, explorations with pressed flowers are made.

Any recipe can be adapted to your desire for healthy meals as well as your family's likes/dislikes.

How many times have you gone to a discount store and saw those cardboard pictures in plastic picture frames? They are are a great mixed-media art opportunities!

This week's altered art project consists of two projects in one: an altered book and a painting.

Creating art that is inspired by gardening is a great way to connect with nature, get out of the house, and embrace the new season. Take yourself on an artist date.

Minerals that are susceptible to breaking down during erosion processes are less likely to end up in sedimentary rocks. Tougher minerals are common.

Think beyond just pictures on paper. How are mixed media artists using oil and chalk pastels in their art work? Let's learn how.

Use of sandpaper is not reserved only for woodworking projects. Get out this gritty stuff and let's make some art!

There comes a time when we all go through our attics, basements, and closets only to find things we wonder why we own. Rather than throw these out, turn them into art.

There are a lot of plain candleholders on the market these days. Rather than looking at them as plain, turn them into a creative opportunity.

Spring fever is here and with that comes gardening! Mixed media artists bring in the season by marrying gardening an art through alteration projects!

Just about every bookstore consumers shop and visit have freebie bookmarks next to the cash registers, in displays and added to bags at the time of purchase. Create art!

If you haven't seen them yet, Altered Books are a hot new phenomenon in crafting.

With the addition of chalkboard paint in a child's playroom, the door of creativity is left propped open. Why not use it on other things, too?

Kids and art go hand in hand, so why not introduce some recycling lessons in with your mixed-media art projects? Let's recycle a coffee can into art.

Take yourself on an artist's date to your local home improvement store and gather a selection of paint color chip samples. We're going to make some mixed media art!

Creating handmade books are wonderful projects, but we're going to focus solely on the covers of these creations in this week's Project Planner.

Rather than throwing tin objects and containers away, why not alter them? Seasoned mixed media artists have been doing this for years. Let's bring in the novices.

When was the last time you found something really interesting and thought about using it in a piece of art? Found art and found art objects are great to work with!

Create simple embellishments for scrapbooking projects by covering chipboard shapes with paper.

Using a recycled box, create a piece of mixed-media art useful as a gift, to hold trinkets or send through the mail. Use of collage techniques is applied.

Did you know that exercise creates mental alertness, a sharper mind and the ability to learn? Not only that, but exercise is a powerful anti-depressant.

Feeling stressed, tired or depressed? Maybe you're not eating the right foods.

Work on this simple art project with your children in preparation for Easter!

Medications that modify or limit the body's own immune system response are beneficial in treating autoimmune and allergy diseases as well as transplant patients.

When Chris Sorensen put his worship band together, it was simply to fill the Evensong services at his Ct. church, coincidentally when film "Lord of the Rings" released.

The Preakness Stakes line-up has been altered with the possible addition of super filly Rachel Alexandra, and by injuries to I Want Revenge and Friesan Fire.

Aggressive cats are no fun. Learn how to prevent a cat from treating one as a scratching post to ameliorate one's relationship with them.

Sometimes, when visiting a home improvement center or a surplus store, there are remnant tiles available to purchase. Why not turn them into art?

When you realize that someone isn't who he (or she) says he is, you can be devastated. Here are some ways to recognize an alter ego and then move on with your life.

It was reported on Thursday that Brian France is considering an amendment to the current Nextel Cup Chase For the Championship format.

Why have boring notebook covers when you can add your own personal touch through the use of mixed media art techniques? Let's get crafty!

Are you a "green" artist? With all the talk of earth day and conservation, it is no wonder mixed-media artists have always seemed to reuse, reduce, and recycle.

An altered frame makes a great gift to commemorate a special event or a special person.

Mixed media artists find the neatest things to alter into compact art journals. Here, we'll talk about using playing cards.

Alter a tea box (in this case, cardboard) into a treasure box using old book pages, collage elements, embellishments and whatever else your imagination kicks up.

The ideas outlined here are appropriate for kid's craft projects, as well as for mixed-media artists working in their creative spaces. Let's explore the art of autumn!

Do you want to unleash your imagination by creating collage or altered art, but you have no idea where or how to begin?

The altered book has evolved as a form of mixed media artwork since the1960s, but its influences have spanned centuries.

Rather than throwing away your date book from last year, alter them into a simple Valentine's Day gift.

There are inexpensive ways to create art surrounding us everyday. Treasure hunting at the dollar store will produce some wonderful finds! Let's create an altered book!

Old wooden cutting boards, particularly those with numerous cuts, are no longer usable in a kitchen. Unless, of course, they are transformed into mixed-media art!

Pretty paper, rickrack, and flower accents frame a chipboard monogram letter for a wonderful homemade journal that every new parent can use. Journal prompts included.

An altered clipboard makes a great gift for teachers, friends, or family members.

Cut, pin, shape and create. Here are some fresh, young ideas for redesigning a t-shirt and giving it your own style. No sewing required.

Genetically altered food research in this area is ground breaking and has the potential to prevent diseases and disorders.

Add some interesting sparkle and interactivity in with your altered book arts.