I went to Spark the Event in Salt Lake City Oct 21st and 22nd and came away completely inspired by the level of creativity there. We did nothing but craft for two full days and my head was spinning from so much stimulation. One of my favorite parts was the "make and takes", they are quick easy projects that can be done in 15mins or so. It made me think of offering make and takes at the shop for open studios in December. Handmade gifts are so special and many people are too busy to do them but if there was a table with all the supplies and a teacher (me) to show you how to do it, then perhaps this would be popular.... So I went to Michael's craft store yesterday. Ouch. That places hurts my head and my pocketbook. I have such art ADD I seriously can't handle a store like Michael's. I want to make EVERYTHING and buy EVERYTHING. Well as we all know that's big bucks. What I did buy was some glitter, pipe cleaners and stars to try out my make and take concept. Here is what I came up with...
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I think these would work for make and takes, and I am having fun creating one of a kind styles. To personalize for make and takes I would have letters so people can say "Grandma" or "Mom" etc and then they would be giving a unique present. What do you think?? I was thinking of pricing them at $10.00 I know I would love to do this if I were looking for a Christmas present and it'd be fun to make one for my own tree...Here they are together..
and I am going to make more with some other styles and shapes...Also here is my last painting I made on a day I was struggling with thinking too much...
it's a good reminder for me to stop thinking and just create...I love crackle and want to incorporate more of it in the future. So that's what I've been up to. Off to the shop to make more make and takes and paint....I love to hear from you, so let me know if you are creating and if you have any good make and takes ideas to share....
