Handmade Christmas Goodies - Chili Beer Bread

I decided to make all of my gifts this Christmas - to save money and to create something meaningful. I wrote a post earlier about making candles. That is one gift I am delivering. I’m also providing mixes for chili beer bread and jambalaya.

The bread mix is a kitchen-tested recipe. It’s very good. Here’s what [...]

Crafts - Recycling Candles

I’m in the process of making Christmas gifts, including candles. You can do this too. It’s easy!
Be sure to save all those candles that won’t burn, burn halfway and fizzle out, and/or get dirty and worn. To remove candles from glassware, stick you candles in the freezer for a few hours. The wax will shrink. [...]

Happy Birthday Card Design

I designed this birthday card today. It’s for my niece. She’ll turn 14 this week.
Mixed media: tissue paper, acrylics, collage, ink, water-based varnish.