Paint & Letters

An exploration of creativity

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Lettering with a pentel touch sign pen and a Marvy ColorIn Brush pen 2x speed to announce the winner of part one of my 2k Giveaway! @emilyhappywise you win! DM me with shipping info within 24 hours to claim your prize. For those who didn't win, I'll be posting part 2 of the giveaway in a few minutes! Also, I apparently gathered a lot of giveaway goodies in my giveaway bin. I'll be posting random giveaways in the upcoming weeks! #handlettering #brushlettering #pinkletters #pinkandchartreuse #letterallday #paintandletters #giveaway #marvyuchida #pentelsignpen #craftsposure #communityovercompetition #loveyouall #createeveryday #2for2kgiveaway

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I've spent the day with my family having a good time, enjoying he long holiday weekend we've had. One thing I wanted to accomplish this weekend was fixing up "the wall" we live in an apartment while we save to buy a home. The owner is pretty lenient with decorating, but I still didn't want to just paint this wall. I wanted to make it easy to change out my art, and art from others. My daughter made the ornament garland several years ago that had to stay! The cork board tiles are held with heavy duty command strips. The tacks going into them help hold them as well. Surprisingly secure. The cork goes all the way to my paint making shelves on the adjacent wall where they meet at the corner. Below the cork is heavy kraft paper. This is where my chair goes, so the chances of it getting dinged up are good. I'll be putting a kraft paper border at the top as well. It's temporary, but it's fun and pretty durable for the space it's in. I can't wait to do another mail exchange so I can have more of your art on my wall! #meettheartist #meetthemaker #myartspace #calligrafriends #myartstudio #homeoffice #craftsposure #learn #learneveryday #communityovercompetition #plmailexchange #idahome #twinklelights #diy #rentaldecor #makingithome. (at Meridian, Idaho)

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The most lovely natural green hue is in the works courtesy of my awesome husband. I wish you could hear him singing along little tunes while he mulls. He wouldn't keep it up while I recorded 😂 This will be part of the #natureandneutrals palette coming at the end of this month. #paintandletters #handmadewatercolor #handmadewatercolors #artisinalwatercolors #100creatives #watercolorpainting #makersmovement #craftsposure #makersgonnamake #makeasafamily (at Meridian, Idaho)

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A couple weeks ago I started a #bulletjournal to help get better organized. I've had so much going on lately, I needed a system that worked for me, without having to learn something too new. I've thought about doing a #bujo before, but didn't take the time to review it much. Finally, I grabbed an old journal I didn't use, and set it up. When I finished out the month of June, I was hooked. For now it's kept simple. I'm a list maker, and this allows me to keep being a list maker, but I can now find and prioritize my lists. I have a place my brain can be dumped, and I love it. I really enjoyed @boho.berry YouTube tutorials #bulletjournal101 I found them very easy to digest and pick up the system quickly. I bought a @leuchtturm1917 in #emerald to begin July. I've tested just about every black pen I own to determine which would be the most comfortable, and look the best, on the paper. My favorites were the @pentalicart #illustrationpens @paper_mate #flairpens @sakuraofamerica #micronpens and @pilotpenusa #g2pen what's your favorite pen of the bunch here? Did I miss your favorite black pen? . . . #bulletjournaling #pentesting #blackpens #gelpens #gettingorganized #bujolife #paintandletters #bohoberrytribe #communityovercompetition #calligrafriends #productreview #bujojunkies #bujocollectionpage #bujocollections #bujocommunity (at Craft Warehouse)

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My full review of @brea_reese watercolor inks and the empty waterbrush is up on my site. Link is in my bio, paintandletters.com. I'd love your input! #productreview #watercolorreview #reviewforletterers #breareese #watercolorinks #artsuppliesarelife #blogged #watercolortest #watercolor #watercolors #aquarelle #handlettering #brushlettering #prettycolors (at Meridian, Idaho)

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Last night my family was out at an event they'd been helping with all day. I had the evening to myself. I pushed aside all of my task list and set out to paint with no purpose. I went on Instagram Live and was joined by some awesome people. @veronicas_design @theletteringfox @sparrowscribbles @willowbeedesigns @sh4ri and so many more! We had some awesome discussions. My daughter came home and narrated the comments for me, including describing emojis 😂. All in all it was great fun! I'd like to make it a regular event. I just need to figure out a good day and time to keep consistent. Recommendations for the next live? I won't promise I'll do anything good, but it will be entertaining. #instagtramlive #handlettering #brushlettering #watercolorgalaxy #paintandletters #handmadewatercolors #swipeforshimmer #uniballsigno #laserlevel #funtimes #goodchats #instaartist #livedemo #calligrafriends #artfriends #communityovercompetition (at Meridian, Idaho)

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A million years ago @tina_letters tagged me for #twentyfactsaboutme and it took me awhile to do it. 1️⃣sometimes I think about things way too much. Like philosophical pondering of what type of cheese I should buy. 2️⃣⬆️makes sense because I'm an INTJ 3️⃣I tend to be unfiltered and open, which gets me in trouble. 4️⃣growing up I thought I was going to be a jazz musician and music teacher. 5️⃣I have a 16 year old daughter. 6️⃣I switched to graphic design after having her at 21 because trumpet and baby naps don't work 7️⃣I'm 37 8️⃣my birthday is February 13th. 9️⃣I don't like getting valentines candy for my bday. 🔟I've been married twice 1️⃣1️⃣Both times on May 25th 1️⃣2️⃣I've been married to my husband, Jason, for 5 years. 1️⃣3️⃣sometimes I come off as a know-it-all, I don't know it all. I just have a curious mind and good recollection. 1️⃣4️⃣98% of my family lives in the KC,MO area. 1️⃣5️⃣I live in Meridian, Idaho and love it here. 1️⃣6️⃣if I could work from home all the time I'd live farther up in the mountains. 1️⃣7️⃣I'm pretty much being a goofball most of the time. 1️⃣8️⃣its not uncommon for me to break out into song and dance in public 1️⃣9️⃣I wish I lived in a musical 2️⃣0️⃣I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis Now I tag @scrivercreek @willowbeedesigns @christynletters @craftysuelau and @jenaranyi #meettheartist #meetthemakers (at Meridian, Idaho)

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Primary palettes are in stock in my Etsy shop now! There are also individual half pans of new colors! Swipe to see! Use coupon code IGJULY17 for 20% off a $40 or more purchase. Limited supply! I won't be restocking primaries until the end of July! #handmadewatercolors #handmadewatercolor #makersmovement #bujo #handlettering #brushlettering #watercolorlettering #pleinair #pleinairwatercolor #vibrantcolors #artisinalwatercolors #artforartists #nontoxicwatercolors (at Meridian, Idaho)

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Welcome Lemon Yellow to the cast of characters! I've added Lemon Yellow to the primary palette, making this a true split primary palette. That means there is a warm and cool shade of each color, yellow, red, and blue. Restock on palettes and individual half pans are going up at 12pm Mountain Time. #makersmovement #handmadewatercolor #handmadewatercolors #beautifulcolor #splitprimary #colortheory #artisinalwatercolors #handmadepaints #artforartists #highqualitypaints #brushlettering #watercolorpainting #lemonyellow #etsymaker #craftsposure #100creatives (at Meridian, Idaho)

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I'm packing up this one of a kind palette for a special person. I've spent my evening cutting wrappers, labels, and then wrapping and labeling everything. 😂 I've tried to convince my daughter to help, but she felt that wrapping tiny half pans was less than fun. She opted to cook dinner instead. I'm loving these colors all together! I can't wait for the 10, yes 10!!! Other colors to be ready! #handmadewatercolor #handmadewatercolors #artisinalwatercolors #beautifulpaints #artforartists #lovemycommunity #handlettering #brushlettering #primarycolors #etsymaker #makersmovement (at Meridian, Idaho)

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If you see my last post, you'll see I made some #shrinkydink charms to be used on a keychain, necklace, bookmark, whatever! I hit 2000 followers recently, and I knew j wanted to do a giveaway geared toward lettering. I've been so fortunate to have "met" so many of you. You have brought a smile to my face more times than I can count. So I shall be doing 2 giveaways for 2000! #2for2kgiveaway this first giveaway closes on Wednesday July 5th and will be announced here on Instagram. This giveaway includes a set of Sharpie brush top markers, a a package of shrink film, and a extra permanent black Sharpie fine tip marker. 🔅Here is how to enter: 1️⃣Like this post 2️⃣Follow me if you aren't already 3️⃣Tell me in the comments below what your favorite hobby is, and why. 4️⃣Tag 3 friends who would like some goodies or might be interested in my content. ⚜️That's it! Simple and easy because I love you all! This giveaway is not sponsored. All products are provided by me. Please only tag YOUR friends and not random accounts. #instagramgiveaway #giveaway #freestuff #handlettering #brushlettering #letteringgiveaway #begenerous #lovetogive #giveback #kindnesstoothers #lovemycommunity #fauxligraphy #doodles #getcrafty (at Meridian, Idaho)

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I bought some shrink film #shrinkydinks awhile back and played with it once. I pulled out my sharpies and some alcohol ink and went to town. So much fun! #handlettering #brushlettering #fauxligraphy #galaxy #sassyaf #icarryyourheartwithme #eecummings #charms #cute #handmade #craftsarefun #letteringchallenge #etsymaker #quote #icarryitinmyheart #getcrafty #showusyourartstash (at Meridian, Idaho)

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I finally got a wax seal. Let me tell you that it is exactly as satisfying as if looks. Now I need all the wax please! I'm thinking of getting my logo done by @craftynooks, wouldn't that be fun?! Do you have a wax seal, or 2, or 10? Do you prefer the beads, sticks, or glue gun style? Where do you get your wax? I kind of like the idea of the beads. It was fun to swirl colors together. This was from sticks I cut. #oddlysatisfyingvideos #oddlysatisfying #asmr #waxseals #waxseal #meltedwax #colorswirl #colormixing #ampersand #iloveampersands #handmadewatercolors #thankyoucards #etsymaker (at Meridian, Idaho)

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Amber from @mtnittanycreations was so sweet to interview me for her blog as part of her #meethemaker series. Not only is she a maker herself, she loves supporting and sharing others. I highly recommend you follow her. Also, if you are interested in reading the interview you can type this short link in our browser bit.ly/PLinterview617 #makersmovement #communityovercompetition #positivevibes #loveeachother #watercolorartist #handmadeisbetter #handmadewatercolor #sharethelove #blogger

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Day 86/100 #marigold so while painting this in my @pentalic #aquajournal I recalled the same memory I always have when I see marigolds. When I was in 5th grade we lived in a duplex in Liberty, MO. I got the wild hair that I had to grow flowers from seeds. We had been studying about plants in school, so I was a little obsessed with growing them. I can't recall how I got the seeds, but I obtained a packet of marigold seeds. These were either magical seeds, or marigolds are insanely easy to grow. Sure enough, they grew and were beautiful! I've killed plenty of plants in my life, marigolds always remind me of the one time I grew them. .... Do you love marigolds? 👇👇 ..... Additional Supplies: #paintandletters #handmadewatercolors @prismacolor #premiercoloredpencils ....... Follow along #the100dayproject #watercolorbotanicalseveryday #100daysofbotanicals_paintandletters . . . . #dailyart #watercolorpainting #watercolorillustration #fineartcrafter #idahoartist #meridianartist #boiseartist #idahobotanicals #painteveryday #instart #aquarelle #watercolor #watercolour #botanicalillustration #handmade #flowers #drawing #sketches #mixedmedia #modernwatercolor #handmadewatercolor #artisinalwatercolors #watercolormarigold #marigolds (at Meridian, Idaho)

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Part of the process of learning to do anything is not just to accept the flaws, but to embrace them. Making mistakes is part of the process. More than that, the flaws are sometimes what make something amazing! This is something I'm working on more and more. I'm trying to be less critical, and more positive. I see the flaws as opportunities. I try to see the imperfections as progress. 🤗 You are awesome! Enjoy your process too! #artforartists . 🖌supplies: my #handmadewatercolor @strathmoreart @grumbacherart #artisinalwatercolors #strathmorevisualjournal #embraceflaws #imperfectionsarebeautiful #loveyourart #loveyourself #etsymaker #positivevibes (at Meridian, Idaho)

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My palettes are sold out, but I'm almost ready to restock! New colors will be up soon as individual half pans. There will also be some gouache available! Thank you for your support! #handmadeisbetter #handemadewithlove #handmadewatercolor #handmadeforartists #handmadewatercolors #artisinalwatercolors #vibrantcolours #eyecandy #artforartists #instafam #etsysellersofinstagram #etsymaker #makersmovement (at Meridian, Idaho)