Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays! From the bottom of my heart... I wish you Peace , Love & Joy like you've never known before... today, and every day to come! xoxo Renee!
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Mini Note Cards How To
Saturday was a busy day in the studio! I have so many projects going on at once, including making more mini note cards. My dream is that someday my line will be mass produced by someone else while I continue to design and create ... but for now, I'll make each one by hand! Several of you have asked me about my cards and how they're made. So here's a short but sweet tutorial on what I do. First I take the pictures or scan my original artwork. Then I print and proof and reprint and reproof until the images and colors are right. After my ordered prints arrive, it's time for assembly. I hand cut each picture and cut and fold each "card". Sometimes I use preformed cards and envelopes and sometimes I choose decorative papers for each batch. My main paper source is Archivers but I'm always on the lookout for cool artsy papers. My next step is to adhere the print to the card, sign the back (don't forget to include your copyright) and package it ...
Outdoor Spring Markets!
Fuss It Up! Designs is a constant evolution of art, artists and creativity! It’s a place where those who appreciate art or need a quick gift can stop in and shop the boutique for an artsy, one of a kind item! We have been so busy with the outdoor markets since the weather has warmed up... and some while it was still quite chilly! Our Summer and Fall schedules are filled as well! As a matter of fact, you can find us out and about most weekends from now until the Christmas shopping season. Fuss It Up! has added several new lines since last years market season but still offers some of the same "fun, flirty & fabulous" finds... all hand made, of course! Artist Kelli Worth still offers her take on upcycled BLING... including belt buckles, vintage FUSSED UP skeleton keys, upcycled copper and the always popular soldered dominos, anagrams and typewriter keys! Artist Angela Meijer has joined our team as visiting artist in...