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The perfect teacher/coworker gift – Deco Days
Posted Aug 12, 2015
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This is a quick easy project that you can make to say thank you to teachers, coworkers, friends or family.

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Supplies used:

book pages, rags, scissors, 6×6 mdf board, I have those available in my SHOP as well as collage elements for your background.

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The crackle only took about 30 minutes to dry but that could vary…. I live in the desert so it might take longer for cooler or more humid areas. The antiquing cream needs to be sealed with a varnish or spray otherwise it stays active.

Have fun creating.

You are loved!

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Posted Aug 12, 2015
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Hello there! I’m Shawn Petite

I’ve been teaching and creating for well over 25 years. About 15 years ago I found my art soul mate in mixed media, and it changed my life! I love the story that can be told by combining paint, texture, ink, paper and—really anything that you can imagine.

But what I’m truly passionate about is being your guide, walking with you step by step and helping you become your own hero in your creative journey.

Along my path, I’ve learned that the creating art also creates a healing space. Life can be messy and complicated and painful, but something about a paint brush can help heal your soul. I believe—no, I know—you are worthy of love, and I want to teach you to know that about yourself. Join me on this journey of art and inspiration!

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8 Comments

  1. Joi@RR
    Joi@RR on August 13, 2015 at 9:46 am

    SUCH a GREAT tutorial Shawn – thanks bunches. Loved your project and you are so right – it is the perfect gift for teachers of any kind. I have a dance teacher from last year that needs one!!! j.

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    • Shawn
      Shawn on August 13, 2015 at 12:57 pm

      J. Thanks so much! It’s just quick and easy and personal! Thanks for watching happy creating!

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  2. kim
    kim on August 13, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    So wonderful! I love it!
    ~kim

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    • Shawn
      Shawn on August 13, 2015 at 9:34 pm

      Thank you Kim!

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  3. Suzanne Luttrell
    Suzanne Luttrell on August 14, 2015 at 6:23 am

    Love your art! And thank you for the tutorial! May I ask if the name brand of uppercase and lowercase letters are the same and if not, would you mind listing the name brand?
    And wouldn’t the sizes be tricky depending on the size canvas or board used?

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    • Shawn
      Shawn on August 14, 2015 at 8:28 am

      Suzanne, The brand is the same… and yes you would have to adjust according to what size you are working on….. happy creating and thanks for watching!

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  4. Susan shane
    Susan shane on August 14, 2015 at 1:06 pm

    Thanks for posting such a great project and sharing it for free!

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    • Shawn
      Shawn on August 14, 2015 at 2:36 pm

      Absolutely! I do a free video every Sunday too! thanks for watching! Hugs!

      Reply

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