Photoshop Elements: Blending Multiple Images using Clipping Masks
There are many different ways to blend multiple images in Photoshop Elements, however my favorite methods are using the gradient tool, and using clipping masks. Clipping masks can be used in lots of different and creative ways, and are ideal for blending smaller images onto large backgrounds. Let’s take a look at how it’s done. […]
How to Colorize a Photo in Photoshop & Photoshop Elements
There are lots of different ways to colorize a photo in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, and the techniques used depend on whether your original photo is in color or black and white. In this tutorial I’ll show you how to…
Journaling using the Moon as your Guide
Join me as we explore journaling, rituals, and creative journal-making using the mystical moon as our guide. Moon journaling is a slightly different way to create a regular journaling practice. Instead of using the solar calendar (our standard Gregorian calendar),…
How to Design and Sew a Slip Pocket for Your Bag
Slip pockets are easy to sew and are useful for holding and organizing small items in your purse such as cell phone, pens, glasses etc. Designing a slip pocket with sections is also easy and allows you to custom design…
Prevent puckering when sewing decorative machine stitches
Sewing Tips & Tricks If you’ve ever experienced puckering or distortion when sewing decorative machine stitches, it usually occurs because the fabric is not stabilized properly. In order for the stitches to be sewn correctly, the fabric needs to be…
“Daisy” Revisited
If you remember my recent post about The Making of “Daisy” The Art Bag, then you’ll recognize the design on this new art bag. This is “Daisy” Version 2. I just loved the “Daisy” design and wanted to try it…