There has been tremendous response to my new column, Art Smarts!tm in Scrap and Stamp Arts. I want to thank all of you that emailed me telling me how much you loved the articles. I've had fun creating them.

Some of you asked where I found the flat black ribbon used on two of the purses in my February Art Smarts! tm Column. I found the ribbon in Walmart of all places. Of course, that was before they changed my walmart - But there are many wonderful beaded ribbons on the market to help you create your own Scrapbooking Handbags like the ones I created. Jaquard, Aleene's, and Tulip products were used in the projects.

Keep your eyes out for my March ArtSmarts!tm Column in the March, 2007, issue of Scrap and Stamp Arts. Learn how you can create Textured Letters for your art projects. These textured letters allow you to add texture without bulk. You'll see two letters (A's - top photo on my blog) that I used in a scrapbook layout (in the column). I used Delta's Texutre Magic for this column. These letters are great for altered arts projects, greeting cards, collage, and scrapbooking.

Also coming soon is an Art Smarts!tm Column All About Color and how to use it. This is one column in Scrap and Stamp Arts that you want to keep on hand. Not only will you learn how to combine colors, you'll also produce a wonderful paper arts project (A Book of Days) that lets you use what you learned. If you rubber stamp, create altered art projects, dabble in scrapbooking, like making cards, or create collages, you will use this column to take your work to a new level.

I will also have an article in Polymer Cafe in the next few months -- it will show you how to create a wonderful paper angel torso. This article will have step-by-ste- photos to show you how to create the angel. I use her to hold a bracelet that I am not wearing, but she and her soon to be created sisters will grace my Christmas tree this year. She is so easy to create... no two should look alike... and best of all... it doesn't have to be baked to dry. This would make a great project for schools.

Cool Slideshows

New ArtSmarts! Article
Check out the March, 2007, Scrap and Stamp Arts Issue for another great ArtSmarts! Article. This issue you will learn how to create textured letters to use in your paper arts.

ArtSmarts Column by Carol Heppner


My new column, ArtSmarts, will appear in every other issue of Scrap and Stamp Arts (Scott Publications). I'd love to hear from you about the projects in the article. Email me today.


I'm very excited about the Feb 2007 ArtSmarts column.... and I know you will love it. I'll show you how to create three different Scrapbooking handbags - one for casual attire - the other two for dressy occasions.


The article came about after I had sticker shock seeing a photograph tote bag in my local market. Yes, the bag could be personalized with your own photo for about $99.00. But, I could thing of a lot more I could do with $99.00!! I thought you could too.


My Scrapbooking Handbag article will show you how you can use your own printers to create wonderful traveling works of art. And, you can do it inexpensively... avoiding sticker shock. Best part is that it is supper easy to create these purses. Pick up the article today!

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Craft and Hobby Association Show in CA

CHA Designers were invited to produce projects for three displays in the outside hall. I thought you'd like to see my three entries. These are table top collages that are created on pressed paper blocks. The background papers use Jacquards inkjet fabric papers and are secured to the paper with Duncan's fabric glue.

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Emma Rose is in the library room and this project has a very earthy feel to it. Emma is our youngest and loves to sit in this hand basket. This project uses paint, wire, beads and buttons to pull this look together.

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You'll find my husband, Paul, on in this project. Polymer clay was used to create the star fish and other sea life on this collage. The buttons used in this project were found at the dollar store.

As soon as I know when these projects will be in print, I'll let you know. Come back and visit often to find out.

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INKING by Carol Heppner

My new book, Inking by Carol Heppner has a five-star review on Amazom.com. I've heard from many readers who are having fun trying the projects in the book. They tell me that they are really learning a lot and also use the book as a guide to color.

Visit my web site at to see some of the projects from the book and find out more information how you can join in that fun!

There are many different techniques to show you how to create your own colored paper to use in all your paper arts projects. You will find a few miniature albums for you to make, as well as, cards and embellishments.

This book makes a perfect gift for the paper artist of all ages! Just visit my web site to purchase the book today.

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LINKS

Carol Heppner Main Page

This is my main web site that contains my bio, photos of my book and project not seen on this blog. Check out my Italian-inspired clay masks.

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Articles

See some of my past articles such as clay hearts, my Italian Family History and Organiza Fabric Article