Shanna

Hey all, so is anyone else here obsessed with pineapples? I’m seeing them everywhere, and honestly I love them!  I especially love all the Be a Pineapple quotes, so of course, I just had to make my own. I think making the little pineapple from my new Tiki Bar clipart set and the tropical flowers from my Aloha clipart set  inspired me to whip up this watercolor pineapple. Something about bright yellow and limey greens that feels summery and fun. Makes me want to get out my sunglasses and head outside in the fresh air. Its been hard to work in my studio lately and not want to sneak outside in the sun and warm temperatures. Winter here was so […]

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Spring has arrived here in southern Michigan and the flowers are once again blooming, so I thought a free printable coloring page was just the way to celebrate. Seems like there are adult coloring books everywhere in the stores now, and honestly, I love it! Coloring is total zen. Its relaxing, fun, and even makes me happy after a tough day. You know that feeling when you walk outside in the sunshine and feel the warmth of the sun on your face? That was the inspiration for this free printable coloring page. But even in the dead of winter, you can still imagine the smell of fresh cut grass and blooming flowers when you color this page. Free Coloring Pages […]

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Mother’s Day is such a wonderful holiday, it can be lots of fun making special gifts for all the moms and grandmas in our life to show them how much we care! Since my mom is an avid reader, I thought I would make an easy but beautiful watercolor bookmark for her to use. This project is great for a beginner watercolorist or an experienced pro. It only requires 3 colors, a round watercolor brush, and a few other items to make. And if watercolor painting isn’t your thing, fear not, I’ve also included the bookmarks as a free printable below! Here are all the supplies you will need to complete this project: This post and the images within it […]

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Etsy is a wonderful place to start a business, especially if you are new to selling online. Its simple to set up and can put your items in front of thousands of people who are looking for exactly what you are selling. This is great option for many, but if you intend to sell your goods full time, Etsy should be seen as another tool in your toolbox, not your only selling platform. I see many people who sell on Etsy, complaining in the Etsy forums about how their shop is slow and they don’t sell enough items to profit from it. Or maybe they used to make decent money, but their views and profits have declined over time. Etsy […]

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Ah yes, the question I get all the time, Picmonkey vs Canva, which one is better? I remember when I first discovered Canva, I was actually looking for a Picmonkey alternative. And even though I’m a happy Photoshop user now, I still use both Picmonkey and Canva. Each have great features that work well for small business owners and bloggers who need to edit and create images. Picmonkey vs Canva: Which One is Better? So which one is better you ask? Well, it depends on what your needs are, and honestly, I think they are both great if used together as well. So let’s break this down and see what each site offers. Picmonkey Pros Membership Picmonkey does offer a […]

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So you bought some digital clipart online, and now you need to edit the images, but how? Did you know that editing images in Microsoft Word is not only possible, but super easy. The most frequently asked question I get from my customers after they purchase clipart from me is ‘how do I edit my images?’ Honestly, there are quite a few great programs you can use to edit images and clipart, but if you have a PC and MS Word, I suggest starting there. I mean, why not use what you already have, right? And, if you think you need a more powerful way to edit images, you might be interested in learning the benefits of PicMonkey and Canva. […]

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This post and the images within it may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through them I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Please know that I only recommend products/services that I have personally used and love. One of my best selling clipart sets is my Beautiful Watercolor Clipart Set, and its probably because of its bright, pretty colors, and high quality textures. These are easy to add to invitations, cards, printable quotes, and more. So I thought I would start this blog with 4 free watercolor printables from this popular set! I just love watercolor painting so much, so making this set was a labor of love. Painting is my jam, I could paint everyday […]

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