FARRAGOZ Discount Extension

Just a quick note to let you know that my friends at Farragoz have agreed to let me extend the Special Discount for their 12 month online course.  The discount is now available through Christmas.

So, you still have a chance to sign up for this great course, at a great price.

As you know, I've been experimenting with the paint, stain, and gesso recipes from the course.  Honestly, it's my favorite part of the course.  That's because it's so versatile.  I've applied various finishes to many of my own projects.

The artist in me sees so many possibilities, both big,

and small.

I've enjoyed applying plaster-like finishes.  Like I did with my violin playing cherub,

and, chippy finishes.

I've had fun mixing various colors, like the ones I used on this frame.

I've used the recipes on wood,

and on plaster.

I've painted clocks,  frames, and small pieces of furniture as well.

So, now, I'm very happy to give my readers another chance to experience the course for a fraction of the normal price.

For all the details, click HERE.  Or you can click on the FARRAGOZ banner on my sidebar.

For those of you who have enrolled in the course, don't forget to have FUN.  Make each project your own, and, experiment.





This is not a paid post.  FARRAGOZ has enrolled me in their course to give an honest review.  All opinions are my own.  My decision to become a FARRAGOZ affiliate, , was based on my impression of the course.  As an affiliate, I receive compensation only if their is an enrollment through my site.

A Relaxing Christmas

That's right.  I'm cruising into Christmas decorating.  No rush, rush.  No bigger, better. Just taking my time, and enjoying the spirit of the season.

I'm sticking with a smaller tree this year, and, it's almost done. I'll be adding a few more of my hand painted wooden hearts.  I'm also working on a topper.  I'll share when I'm completely done.

I'm still going through decorations,

and sprinkling touches here and there.

Feeling festive, and, relaxed.

Are you finding a little peace and calm this season?  You should.

See ya soon.

Christmas Joy Heart

I'm loving the look of my Christmas heart ornament.

I picked up about seven wooden hearts at an estate sale a while ago.

After sanding them a little, I used a homemade stain recipe from the Farragoz course.  Yes, you can learn how to make your own stain as well as gesso, and paint.

I mixed up a dark brown stain for the base, and followed with layers of dark grey, light grey, and two shades of white homemade gesso.

The word "Joy" was stenciled with the same dark grey you see underneath.  You can see the layers of color, and the details in these close ups.  All it took was a little distressing with a sanding pad.  I love the way the homemade paint crumbles.

I added a sprig of spruce, and a wire for hanging.  Simple, with a touch of history.

I'll be making more.

If you'd like to find out more about the Farragoz online painting course, and the Special Discount Farragoz and I have going on right now, click HERE.

I'm finally getting the Christmas decor out, adding touches here and there.  My angel got crowned.

I'll be sharing more Christmas soon.

This is not a paid post.  FARRAGOZ has enrolled me in their course to give an honest review.  All opinions are my own.  My decision to become a FARRAGOZ affiliate, , was based on my impression of the course.  As an affiliate, I receive compensation only if their is an enrollment through my site.