Valentine's Day Crafts, Valentine Artwork and Designs

It's time to get crafty folks as Valentine's Day is just under a month away. Read on to be inspired with some crafts that you can create for yourself or to help your kiddies make.

I love repurpusing items for special occasions and this idea is perfect for that. If you have some jars of various sizes, you can add some fabric scraps, burlap, ribbon, and vintage jewelry to whip up a romantic setting in no time.

I can see all kinds of romantic possibilities with this idea. Visit Crafts by Amanda to read more about how she suggests making these luminaries. 

Here is a cute idea from the Martha Stewart website.

It's a cute kid's craft idea and easier than you would think. Visit the Martha Stewart Site to see how they made these cute candy decorations. 

Here is another cute idea for you to make for your sweety or for the kids to help make for mom or dad. 

The instructions suggest using dowels but I'm thinking a straw or chop sticks would work just as well. See how to make this awesome Valentine's Day Pennant at the Say Yes to Hoboken blog.

Now for some Valentine's Day Art!

Floating Eco Hearts Tee Shirt by AbundanceLoveTrip
Look at more Floating eco hearts T-Shirts at zazzle

To my valentine greeting card by loudesigns
View more Valentine Cards

Abstract Art Reckless Heart Original Painting Planners by Itayasdesigns
View other Heart Planners

Path of the Untamed Heart Key Chain by AbundanceLoveTrip
Look at Abstract Keychains online at Zazzle.com

Love Postcard by loudesigns
Browse more Cute Postcards

Red Heart Valentines Day Design Tshirt by Itayasdesigns
Look at Valentine T-Shirts online at Zazzle.com

Hearts for delivery print by AbundanceLoveTrip
Look at more fine art posters

Heart and Circles Shower Party Invitation Design by Itayasdesigns
Look at more Party Invitations at zazzle

I hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day this year! 

Blessings,

Itaya

Itaya's Art Blog

Itaya's Artwork on Zazzle.com

Creative Designs,Writing for Profit, Article Suggestions, Topic Ideas,

Hello Everyone!

I've recently discovered a site that is very fun to write for if you like getting paid for article writing. It is possible that I'm one of the last people to hear about this site but maybe not. Feel free to take a look at Bubblews.com and see what you think. If nothing else, you might find some interesting articles to read.

The site is different from most sites I've written for in the past in a few key ways. Mostly, it is about connecting and making friends on the site so that your articles get viewed by others. Bubblews pays you for views, comments, and likes or dislikes for each article that you submit. Their rules are pretty simple and straight forward. They have zero tolerance for plagiarism so no copying and pasting even of your own articles you may have written elsewhere.

You can feature one or more photos in each article that is either your own or is a creative commons photo. The fun part is that your articles only have to be at least 400 characters (not words!) long. I haven't been able to submit an article yet that is that short but many people do just to get their article count up. I prefer to invest in the future and offer something in each article that might be of value in the future and not just for those friends that might click on the article initially.

I thought it would be fun to open up the comments section to ideas for topics that I (or anyone!)can write articles about. If you have any suggestions, please list them in the comments section below as my goal is to list several posts a day and I need some inspiration big time.  If you do sign up on Bubblews, be sure and hop over to my Art Blog and let me know as I would love to Connect with you there.  :)

Now for today's featured artwork!

Rapture Abstract Landscape Tree Art Painting 3 Ring Binder by Itayasdesigns
Create your own vinyl 3 ring binders with zazzle

Fairy with red hair spiral note books by AbundanceLoveTrip
Browse other Fairy Notebooks

Jane Austen writing. Mousepads by loudesigns
Check out other Jane Mousepads at zazzle.com

Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Binder Art Journal by Itayasdesigns
View other Ring Binders at Zazzle.com

I write children's books mugs by AbundanceLoveTrip
Shop for I write children's books Mugs online at Zazzle.com

PARIS BINDER by loudesigns
Make ring binders online at zazzle

April Showers Abstract Landscape House Painting Spiral Note Books by Itayasdesigns
Check out Painting Notebooks online at zazzle

Abstract Art Swirls As Luck Would Have It Spiral Note Book by Itayasdesigns
Check out more Keep calm Notebooks at Zazzle

Until next time...Thanks for the suggestions and comments!

Itaya

My Art and Design Store

My Art Blog

Kids Games and Crafts for Fall and Winter, Autumn Artwork Features

It's almost the end of summer and that always turns my thoughts to making things for the fall and winter season. Today I thought I would share with you a few cute articles and tutorials that will inspire you to make some fun things with your little ones.

Here is a fun game that is geared for Halloween but could be modified for any theme. It encourages kids to fine tune their motor skills. I found it on No Time for Flashcards which is a site that is filled with inspirational games and crafts for kids of all ages.

Spider Web Walking Game

Here is another fun activity from this same site that will encourage your kids to go foraging outside as well as making a fun craft item for autumn. I'm thinking these could not only be used as place mats, but could also be hung as wonderful little works of art on the fridge.

Fun Fall Placemats

I also came across this link on Pinterest that takes you to a list of over 75 Kid Approved Fun Activities that can be done anytime of the year. Now that link alone should keep you busy for quite a while being inspired with all the fun activities you can do with your little ones.  

Now for some Autumn inspired artwork.

Fall Maple Leaves Wedding Invitation by wasootch
Look at more Fall leaves Invitations at zazzle

The Branches of fall Round Stickers by loudesigns
Look at more Branches Stickers at zazzle

Belong ABSTRACT 46.5C Posters by AbundanceLoveTrip
View other Abstract Posters

Autumn Joy Whimsical Woodland Owl Art Painting Poster by Itayasdesigns
See other Abstract art Posters at zazzle

The Church at Auver by Vincent Van Gogh Custom Jewelry by loudesigns
Design your own personalized silver necklaces

Rapture Abstract Landscape Tree Art Painting Print by Itayasdesigns
Find other designs of Art & Posters at Zazzle.com

Help Each Other 2010.12.12 Abstract Art Stretched Canvas Print by AbundanceLoveTrip
Create a digital canvas print

A Stroll In The Park Large Art Print Painting by Itayasdesigns
Find more famous art prints on Zazzle

If you're living in a part of the country or world where it's still pretty warm, take heart as Autumn is almost here and that means cooler temps and lots of leaves to rake! Yaaaaayyyy!   :)

Blessings,

Itaya

My Art Blog

My Artwork at Zazzle

Wedding Anniversary Artistic Gifts, Upcycled and Recycled Crafts

Yesterday was my 16th wedding anniversary and Val suggested I post a few gift ideas along those lines. She really does come up with some wonderful ideas.  :)

First, I want to share a few tutorials for making gifts to either give away or for yourself. You know me and tutorials. If I find a neat one, I've got to share it!

Hop over to the Pink Pistachio Blog and check out the tutorial for making this awesome Infinity Scarf. You won't believe how easy it is and you probably have all that you need to get started.

While you're there, check out another tutorial for making these very cute Bangles for a Buck. You might just end up staying on her blog for a while to check out all her other awesome tutorials. :)

Now that you have a few tutorials to play with, here are some awesome designs that would make great Anniversary gifts. 

She Remembers Vintage Woman Fashion Art Watch by Itayasdesigns
Make your own personalized Wrist Watches at Zazzle

Ride abstract 5.5 premium trinket boxes by AbundanceLoveTrip
Shop for other gifts.

Cludia by Sophie Anderson Key Chains by loudesigns
Create your own custom photo keychain online at Zazzle.

Gold Brown Swirls Design Abstract Contemporary Art Wrist Watches by Itayasdesigns
Design personalized Wrist Watches online at zazzle.com

Worlds in Space Wristwatches by AbundanceLoveTrip
Shop for other Wrist Watches online at zazzle.com

Hydgangea of love custom necklace by loudesigns
See more Hydgangea Necklaces

Cherry Pi Jelly Belly Candy Tins by AbundanceLoveTrip
Find other Kawaii Candy Tins at zazzle.com

Have an awesome weekend everyone!

Blessings,

Itaya

My Zazzle Store - Itaya's Designs

My Art Blog

Creating Zentangles and Doodle Art, Abstract Art and Gifts for Inspiration

Hello Everyone!

I thought today I'd share a few resources I've come across that might help you if you are into or want to learn to create Zentangles and Doodle Art. Not sure what Zentangles are? You can start with  Zentangle and then use Google and YouTube to fall down the rabbit hole with all the wonderful resources.

Five simple and easy Zentangle patterns to start with. 

Creating a Zendoodle Sampler

Some links to further your exploration - 

Tangle Patterns

Take the Zendala Dare

Creative Doodling With Judy - Lots of Inspiration here

Weekly Challenges for Zentangles

Now for some artwork and designs to help inspire you further with your creativity this week!

Keep Calm and Create Art Vintage Graphic Abstract Poster by Itayasdesigns
View custom art Posters & Prints at online Zazzle

The Fighting Temeraire Post Cards by loudesigns
Find other The fighting temeraire Postcards at zazzle.com

the loopy gallery wrap canvas by AbundanceLoveTrip
Make your own digital canvas prints

Dreamscape Large Abstract Art Original Painting Poster by Itayasdesigns
Browse additional posters and prints from zazzle.com.

Empire State Building, New York City Round Stickers by loudesigns
Create your own sticker online at Zazzle.

The Flight 5.557 modern art Wall Sticker by AbundanceLoveTrip
More Abstract Wall Decals

Baby Shower Invitations From Original Painting by Itayasdesigns
See other Baby shower Invitations

Thanks for dropping by and I hope you are now more inspired than ever to doodle, paint, photograph or whatever your medium is to create something fabulous!

Blessings,

Itaya

My Art Blog

My Zazzle Shop

Valentine's Day Crafts, Valentine's Day Art, Create Your Own Tutorials

Valentine's Day is almost here and I've been inspired with a few tutorials and videos that I'd like to share with you.

The first tutorial comes from Grow Creative and is a Watercolor Resist Valentine's Card Tutorial.

This would be an awesome and easy project to do with your little ones or to experiment with yourself. You simply use a white crayon to draw and write your Valentine's Card and then fill in with watercolors for a really neat effect.

This video has more cute homemade Valentine's Day card ideas! Watch and be inspired to create your own version of these cute cards.

Next we have some Art Designs for this week's features. I thought I would stay with the Romance and Hearts theme.  :) 

Cludia by Sophie Anderson Pins by loudesigns
Design your own button pin online.

"Music Lover" Pin by AbundanceLoveTrip
More Music lover Buttons

Reckless Heart Original Painting Pins by Itayasdesigns
Create one-of-a-kind customs buttons online at Zazzle.

I love Jane Austen Buttons by loudesigns
Create your own badges online at zazzle.com

Half an Apple Pin by AbundanceLoveTrip
Check out Half Buttons online at zazzle

My Grunge Heart Pinback Button by Itayasdesigns
Custom design buttons at zazzle.com.

Vintage elephant and red heart balloons pin by vintageprintstore
Use Zazzle's online pinback button maker.

Love Heart Field Pins by inspirationzstore
View more Heart Buttons at zazzle.com

I hope you are in a very Valentiny mood now. Do you plan to make your own Valentine's Day cards and gifts this year? Please share your creative ventures with us!  :)

Sending You Lots of Creative Love,

Itaya

*New* - See my artwork on Personal Checks and More! - Check Advantage

Visit my Art Blog

See My Art and Designs on Zazzle