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Scrap Yarn Potholder Loom Rug

My lovely Yarn stash! I was cleaning my craft room and opened up 5 - 16 x 18 packaging boxes of yarn that I had not looked at since I mo...

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

My Tiny Craft Room Tour


My Craft Room Tour
Enjoy this craft room tour. Soon more art and craft videos will follow.

Thank you 
Emmanuel Arts

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Rhinestones T-shirt Embellishments


Rhinestones T-shirt Embellishments
Materials
  1. T-shirt
  2. Rhinestones
  3. Fabric Glue (Permanent)
  4. Scissors
  5. Cardboard (covered in packaging tape)
  6. Dress Maker's Carbon Tracing Paper
  7. Pencil
  8. Wax Paper
A long list of materials, but this project is very simple. Upcycling your old clothing and bags to give them a new look.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Kids Art Snack Bag - Fun and Easy Weekend Project


Kids Art Snack Bag - Fun and Easy Weekend Project
Materials
  1. Snack Bags / Sandwich Bags
  2. Permanent Markers
  3. Cardboard / Craft Mat
This fun and easy weekend project will make the week at school for kids enjoyable. Simple DIY snack bag decorations.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Monday, September 19, 2016

Button Jewelry Recycle - DIY


Button Jewelry Recycle - DIY
Materials
  1. Buttons (recycle your stash - use the unwanted ones)
  2. Embellishments - Rhinestones , Gems (or anything that you have in your stash to decorate - glitter glue, puffy paints, pearls, beads - use your creativity)
  3. E6000 glue (super glue if you want it to dry quickly)
  4. Toothpicks
  5. Jewelry Findings (Surgical Posts, Earring Backs, Earring Hoops, Necklace Cords, Jump rings, bales)
  6. Round nose pliers / Chain nose Pliers (2)
  7. Aluminum Foil / cardboard
Recycle your stash and make your own jewelry from items just sitting on the craft table with no use. Unclutter your stash and make amazing cool jewelry for parties and outings.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Newspaper Collage Kids Art


Newspaper Collage Kids Art
Materials
  1. Cardboard (Recycled moving box) / Chipboard
  2. Newspapers
  3. Hi-lighters
  4. Oil Pastels
  5. Black Permanent Markers
  6. Scissors
  7. Glue
Kids will enjoy this fun filled completely recycle newspaper Collage Skyline. Many other paintings can be made using this technique. 

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Baker's Twine Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Fun and Easy

Baker's Twine Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Fun and Easy

Materials:
  1. Baker's Twine
  2. Scissors
  3. Box Frame
  4. Glue
  5. Plastic Paint Brush
  6. Foam Bowl
  7. Pencil
Enjoy this fun and easy wall art done with Baker's Twine. You can get the box frame and baker's twine at dollar tree. It is an inexpensive way to decorate your wall and also give your loved ones a handmade gift.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Monday, September 12, 2016

DIY - Recycle Grocery Bag Tote - Step by Step Tutorial - Save Environment

DIY - Recycle Grocery Bag Tote - Step by Step Tutorial - Save Environment

Materials
  1. Grocery Bags - 6-8 (preferably one side plain)
  2. E6000 Glue
  3. Packaging Tape or Duct Tape
  4. Paper Clips
  5. Iron
  6. Scissors
  7. Wax Paper
  8. Embroidery Floss (optional for embellishment)
  9. Gems or Rhinestones (optional for embellishment)
For the embroidery stitch tutorial click the video below:

Enjoy making this fun DIY tote bag. 

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Saturday, September 10, 2016

Tuesday Morning Haul - August and September 2016 - Shopping Spree - Craft Crazy

Tuesday Morning Haul - August and September 2016 - Shopping Spree - Craft Crazy
Enjoy this amazing haul I got from Tuesday Morning.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Thursday, September 8, 2016

Embroidery Stitch - Basic for Beginner's - Running Stitch with Twist - Step by Step Tutorial



Embroidery Stitch - Basic for Beginner's - Running Stitch with Twist - Step by Step Tutorial

Materials
  1. Fabric / Old Tshirt
  2. Pencil
  3. Tracing Paper
  4. Dressmaker's Tracing Paper
  5. Embroidery Floss
  6. Embroidery Needle
  7. Scissors
  8. Embroidery Hoop
  9. Fabric Glue
  10. Gems / Rhinestones (optional)

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Paint Dab Markers - Stencil Art - Paint Brush Markers - Kids Art - Step by Step Tutorial



Paint Dab Markers - Stencil Art - Paint Brush Markers - Kids Art - Step by Step Tutorial

Materials:
  1. Watercolor Paper
  2. Paint Dab Markers
  3. PAint Brush Markers
  4. Pencil - (optional)
  5. Permanent Marker - Black
  6. Stencil - can be made from cereal box
A fun project for kids to enjoy. Stencil makes drawing easy and the dab markers are amazing and fun way to color. Try it, Learn it and Enjoy It.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow



Paper Mosaic Painting with Construction Paper - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea


Paper Mosaic Painting with Construction Paper - Step by Step Tutorial
Materials:
  1. Construction paper
  2. Foam Board
  3. Pencil
  4. Scissors
  5. White Glue
Mosaic is a way to create painting with the help of colorful squares made from different materials like glass, paper, marble etc. In this tutorial we will make an amazing wall art with the help of construction paper cut into tiny squares. Learn it, Try It and Enjoy It.

Emmanuel Arts
Let your creativity Flow

Sunday, September 4, 2016

DIY Recycle Newspaper Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea


DIY Recycle Newspaper Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea
Materials
  1. Elmer's Foam Board
  2. Mod Podge - Gloss Finish
  3. Glue Stick
  4. Weekly Circulars or Newspaper
  5. Scissors
This is a fun DIY recycle project. It can make an amazing #gift idea - a unique one as no two painting would ever look the same. Try out with your favorite food cut outs and add beauty to your kitchen wall or gift it to your loved ones with one of a kind handmade wall art.

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow!

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Teaching Primary and Secondary Colors - Kids Art - DIY - Step by Step Tutorial


Teaching Primary and Secondary Colors - Kids Art - DIY - Step by Step Tutorial
Materials
  1. Drawing Book / Watercolor Paper
  2. Pencil
  3. Eraser
  4. Washable Markers
  5. Wax Crayons
Pencil Colors are optional if the kids want to color with them instead of the washable markers

In this drawing tutorial, kids will learn the different types of colors - Primary and Secondary. They will also learn that mixing two primary color makes a secondary color. This exercise is fun way of teaching the kids the basic color chart. 

Emmanuel Arts
Let Your Creativity Flow! 

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

DIY - Fabric Painting with Tulip Fabric Marker - Doodling - Step by Step Tutorial


DIY - Fabric Painting with Tulip Fabric Marker - Doodling - Step by Step Tutorial
Materials:
  1. Prewashed Plain White Tshirt
  2. Pencil / Graphite Pencil
  3. Tulip Fabric Markers - (Broad tip and Dual Tip)
  4. Chipboard / Cardboard
A fun DIY project to liven up your plain boring T-shirt. This is a quick way to learn and begin the process of fabric painting. To add a twist, we will be doodling designs to make the painting look more fun and creative. So get your tees and markers ready and dive into the pool of fabric painting.

Emmanuel Arts - Let Your Creativity Flow!

Friday, August 26, 2016

DIY - Recycled Cardboard / Cereal Box - Desk Organizer - Organize Your Papers


DIY - Recycled Cardboard / Cereal Box - Desk Organizer - Organize Your Papers

Materials:
  1. Cereal Box / Popcorn Box at least 2 (depends on the size of the organizer you want to make)
  2. Packaging Tape
  3. Scissors
  4. Regular Tape
  5. Ruler
  6. Scrapbooking Paper ( for decoration purposes - you can also use newspaper or construction paper, whichever is available in the house)
  7. Stickers (optional for decoration purposes)
  8. Washi Tape (optional for decoration purposes)
  9. Pencil
This is a great way to use the cereal boxes or any cardboard boxes that you have available. Upcycling  cardboard boxes will give you an amazing one of a kind Desk organizer and also save the environment. It is also an inexpensive way to stay organized. Enjoy this fun DIY tutorial and enhance the beauty of your desk.

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Glitter Glue Painting - Kids Art - Fun DIY Project


Glitter Glue Painting - Kids Art - Fun DIY Project

Materials: All the links go through our Amazon Affliates Program, a way to support Emmanuel Arts.
  1. Transparency Sheets - http://amzn.to/2bPMj1Z
  2. Aluminum Sheets 
  3. Sharpie Markers - http://amzn.to/2bHHJFL
  4. Scissors
  5. Tape
  6. Ruler
  7. Pencil
  8. White or any color Construction paper - http://amzn.to/2bD2CTM
  9. Glitter - http://amzn.to/2bD2G5Y
  10. Elmer's Clear Glue - http://amzn.to/2bk5Ci5
  11. Chipboard / Cardboard from old packaging - http://amzn.to/2bD33NB
  12. Paint Brush (use plastic brush from dollar store)
This is a fun coloring project for kids. They will enjoy the glitter glue and you can definitely make any color of glitter glue with this technique. Enjoy Creativity


Monday, August 22, 2016

Bandhani - Indian Tie Dye With a Twist - Acrylic Painting - Step by Step Tutorial - DIY - Wall Art

Bandhani - Indian Tie Dye With a Twist - Acrylic Painting - Step by Step Tutorial - DIY - Wall Art

Materials:
  1. Hard or Stretched Canvas
  2. Acrylic Paints (Colors of your Choice plus White and Black)
  3. Paint Brushes
  4. Palette
  5. Paper Clip
Enjoy this creative twist to the Indian Tie Dye Method. 


Sunday, August 21, 2016

Minecraft Inspired Pixel Art Painting


Minecraft Inspired Pixel Art Painting
Fun Time for Kids

Materials:
  1. Watercolor Paper
  2. Colored Pencils - A set of 48 or more
  3. Pencil
  4. Eraser
  5. Permanent Marker (Optional)
Kids will have an ample amount of fun time coloring this drawing.




Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Pencil Color Technique for Kids - Step by Step Tutorial


Pencil Color Art for Kids
Materials:
  1. Watercolor paper / Drawing book
  2. Pencil Colors
  3. Permanent Marker
  4. Pencil
  5. Eraser
This is a fun technique that helps kids to practice and learn to draw lines straight. It is a great activity for preschool or elementary school kids.


Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Pointillism - Qtips/Cotton Swab Painting - Step by Step Tutorial


Cotton Swab Painting
Materials:
  1. Canvas
  2. Acrylic Paints
  3. Cotton Swabs
An amazing way to paint with dots using cotton swabs. This painting is inexpensive and can be done under $10. Try it and enjoy it.

Paint Dab Markers Painting - Step by Step Tutorial - Vlog


Paint Dab Markers Painting

Materials: 
  1. Stretched Canvas
  2. Dab Markers
  3. Permanent Marker Sharpie (Black)
This is an easy step by step tutorial on how to make your own painting by making dots on stretched canvas. It is an inexpensive way to gift your loved one a one of a kind painting.