Life is a Painting: 2014

Sunday, November 23, 2014

Checker-board blanket

When I was younger it seemed like everyone in our family had gotten a knit blanket from my grandma. This year I taught myself to knit so that I would be able to return the favor and knit her a blanket for Christmas. Shhh. Don't tell :)

Friday, August 1, 2014

First attempt at screen printing

I have been meaning the learn to screen print for years now. And FINALLY I got a kit to do so. Friends of ours got married and asked for some help making a small gift for the wedding party.

For a first attempt I think it went fairly well considering this project took place after the rehearsal.. Here's what I will be keeping in mind next time:

1) Be careful to cover the entire screen with the photo emulsion - every bit counts
2) Make sure there is time for the screen to dry before it needs to be used. This will take a few hours.
3) Use clear tape to hold the transparency onto the screen while burning (duhh....)

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Dog toy.

There are a bunch of people in our lives that have dogs and are always on the lookout for sturdy chew/tug togs. So I thought I would try my hand at making a few.

*update*
Dogs like them. If the toy was put away after use it lasted longer. Puppy teeth still did a good job of shredding it after awhile. Next attempt will include some sort of handle.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Symbols for life

Saturday, June 21, 2014

Flat Jamie

Nigeria here I come!

Friday, June 20, 2014

Handmade stuffed animal: Cat

I've recently re-discovered my love of felt! Expect more to come!

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Craft time at MAM

Last week I went with a friend to MAM after dark, which is put on by the Milwaukee Art Museum. It's the first time I had gone. If only I had known there is a DIY craft station at these events! What fun!