Gift Market & Mixed Media Art Course
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Vendors Wanted!
An Art, Craft and Gift Market held indoors at the Caldwell Fortaleza Event Center.
- Original Art Work
- Hand Crafted Creations
- Unique Gifts
- Free Admission
- Free Parking
Vendor Application:
Click on the link below for access to the Vendor Appliation.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kZ3CIocaGAEBpHoKlL3CKqShYG1jwGIOAPozrWrzBRg/edit?usp=sharing
Happy Day!
Lori
Explore Lori’s Art & Creations Upcoming Summer Events
Hello all,
Thought I would share my latest art work along with my summer event schedule. I’m looking forward to the upcoming summer markets and art fairs! It’s always fun to share my passion with others and receive feedback on what you find interesting.
Upcoming Events:
Meridian Art Festival
June 27th & 28th
Kleiner Park
1900 N. Record Ave., Meridian
Nampa Art Festival
August 8th & 9th
Lakview Park
1304 7th St N., Nampa
New Art:
What do you think? Do you have a favorite piece? Add a comment, your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Happy day!
Lori
Creative Escape: Enjoying Card Making in My Studio
Hello all,
It’s been a long while since I have last posted as, once again, life took over and pushed me in a different direction for a while. I have spent the list few days sorting out my art studio and re-organizing. I could make things easier on myself if I didn’t like to dable in so many different genres (Mixed Media Art, Art Jouranaling, Card Making, Sublimation, Laser Cutting, and so much more). Instead, I have to try to fit a lot of stuff into a little space.
As I got settled in, I realized that I couldn’t remember the last time I sat down an made a hand made card. So, that is what I did and I so enjoyed it. I just grabbed a stamp set, white cardstock, and a few peices of colored/pattern paper from my scrap bin and just let the creativiity fly. It’s amazing how much better I feel after a few hours in my art studio!
I have no instructions for this card as I was just enjoying the process of crafting. I have included the materials used below:
Supplies you would need:
Tsukineko – VersaFine – Instant Dry Pigment Ink Pad – Onyx Black
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Ranger Ink – Archival Ink Pad – Jet Black
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Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress Ink Pads – Mini – Kit 1
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Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress Ink Pad – Old Paper
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Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress Ink Pad – Worn Lipstick
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Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress Oxide Ink Pad – Mowed Lawn
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Waffle Flower Crafts – Craft Dies – Additional Circles
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Buttons Galore and More – Sequins – Embellishments – Assorted – 12 Pack
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Lost Coast Designs – Little Diamonds Background stamp
- The Angel Company – Love & Joy stamp set (no longer in production)
- Black string
- Cardstock
With summer coming up, I also need to get back to my Mixed Media 3D Art Work for upcoming Markets and Festivals. I’m hoping to be at the Meridian Art Festival in June, the Nampa Festival of Arts in August as well as the 208 Gem State Market some time this summer as well. There is so much to do and we all know how quickly time passes.
I hope this post finds you happy and healthy!
Happy day,
L
Be Happy Bee set – Digi Download
Hello all,
The new Be Happy Bee set is now available as a Digi Download! This bight and cheery stamp set is great for cards and art journaling! This design will soon be available as a rubber stamp set as well. Below are a couple of card designs that I made with my stamp prototype. In the meantime, you can enjoy this set as a Digital Download.
Check out the card examples and Quick Tips Mixed Media Video below for the step by steps. Just substitute the digital down load image for the stamped elements.
Quick Tips Mixed Media Video
These cute little bee images are perfect for spring and summer! I hope you will enjoy the Digital Download image. If you are excited about the upcoming rubber stamp options, please let me know.
Happy day!
Lori
6 New Trifold Journals in Shop
Hello all,
I just loaded 6 new Trifold Journals in the shop. Yahoo! 
As a reminder, every journal is hand crafted and similar in overall design. However, each will have unique elements added that will make them a one of a kind! Check out the first four designs that are in the shop now.
These are so fun to make and I was thinking about making a video or maybe putting together kits for sale so other crafty individuals can enjoy making these as well. What do you think? Would you like to see an instructional video on how to make these or a kit with instructions? Give me a comment to let me know. 
I hope you will check the several different options of these Trifold Journals in my shop. 
Happy day!
Lori
New Trifold Journals in Shop
Hello all,
I have been working on a new series of Trifold Journals and I am really happy with how they have turned out. They are an upgrade to my original 4.5″ x 6″ Trifold Journal and now feature a sturdy faux leather journal cover with two notebooks and 2 folders included. Inside you will find other fun die cut elements from the Sizzix Katelyn Lizardi and Lynda Kanase Travelers Journal BigZ XL dies.
Every journal is hand crafted and similar in overall design. However, each will have unique elements added that will make them a one of a kind! Check out the first four designs that are in the shop now.
These journals are 4.5″ x 6″ in size and are perfect to keep in your purse, bag or backpack for easy access. Journal, notetaking, photos and/or memorabilia are all perfect options for these versatile Trifold Journals.
I hope you will check them out in my shop. If you don’t like what you see now, be on the look out for new journals as more will be posting soon.
Happy day!
Lori
Bringing in the New Year
Hello all,
It’s time to ring in a new year and, once again, I am surprised at how quickly it came. I find myself reflecting on the past as well as looking ahead at new things to come. What things went well and what didn’t? How can I improve as I go forward? 
I didn’t accomplish all I had hoped for in 2023 and I have big plans for 2024. It all starts with good planning. So, it makes sense that my first project of the year was to be a calendar. Not only did I make one for myself, I have already made a few for my shop and more are to come. Check out the link below for what is available.
Click here to see Calendars available in the shop.
I hope you all have a very Happy and Healthy New Year!
Happy day!
Lori
Happy Fall Sublimation
Hello all,
Today I am combining my Hello Fall stamp set (available through Emerald Creek) and Artesprix Sublimation ink to create this beautiful mug full of fall colors. With just a few easy steps this project is a breeze to replicate.
Just check out the Quick Tips Mixed Media below for the Step by Steps.
Supplies:
Emerald Creek’s – Lori’s Cards & Creations, Happy Fall Stamp Set
Other Supplies:
Artesprix Sublimation Acrylic Lightening Medium.
Artesprix Stamp Ink and Refills.
Cricut Mug & Mug Press
Copy paper
Mixed Media Quick Tips Video
I do hope that you will try the Lori’s Cards & Creations’ Happy Fall Stamp set available through Emerald Creek Craft Supplies to see what wonderful fall stamping crafts you can come up with!
Happy day,
Lori
MitFORM – Travel Inspired
Hello all,
Posting my latest mixed media project made with mitFORM Medal Decorations. MitFORM Metal Decorations that can be used for decoupage, scrapbooking, mixed media and more! These products are a perfect fit for my mixed media and altered art projects.
Check out the Quick Tip Mixed Media Video below for the step by steps.
Metal decorations for decoupage, scrapbooking, mixed media, and crafts
Other Supplies:
•Flat Panel Canvas
•TCW Stencil
•DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint and gesso
•DecoArt DuraClear Matte Varnish
•Tim Holtz Ideology
•Found objects
•Vintage finds
•Wood base/finial
Quick Tips Mixed Media Video
I hope you will check out MitFORM and their nice variety of products.
Happy day,
L
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