Cynthia Maynard

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Paper Crafting

Maggie Holmes Mini Album & YouTube Video

I created this square mini album with Studio Light SLESCD100. I have a video coming soon with measurements as well. I used Maggie Holmes Market Square and Parasol collections. The crinkled seam binding closure is a great way to add texture! There are three signatures with tuck spots and a mini envelope pocket on the back page. I love this teacup die from Sizzix! ... View the Post

10.31.22

Food

Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples & Gouda (YouTube Video Link!)

This salad is very easy and makes a great side dish for any protein. If you don't have an Instant Pot, then just quickly steam the Brussels Sprouts on the stovetop. CLICK ON THE LINK FOR THE VIDEO! ... View the Post

10.28.22

Books

Edgar Allan Poe Quote

This is an insightful quote that I thought I would share. I was testing out a design with the watercolor and colored pencils flowers below. I hope you are having a creative week! ... View the Post

10.26.22

Paper Crafting

Christmas Inspiration

It's time to get out the snowflakes and gnome dies! Here is some inspiration! ... View the Post

10.24.22

Paper Crafting

Make It Mini

I love mini things. :) Below are some mini ephemera and a mini envelope. I used some pieces from a Maggie Holmes collection and sewed them onto a piece of cloth. I created the dangles and attached them with "gourd" pins. ... View the Post

10.21.22

Painting

Inspired by Monet

I love the colors and textures of the works of Monet. I wanted to do an 8 x 8 inch soft pastel painting, and I thought Monet's Waterlilies would be a great inpiration. I always love how they start out looking like a kindergartner's class work. :) I used Lyra watercolor sticks to block-in the main colors for the background, then activated the pigment with water on a paintbrush. This also keeps you from using up too much of the pastels and making them harder to layer. After layering ... View the Post

10.19.22

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