Hello Amazing Makers!! Are you looking for some Cre8time inspiration over Spring Break?! We have a treat for you – we have compiled a list of links to view all episodes of Series 300 of Make It Artsy for your bingewatching pleasure. While watching you will see features by TWO AMAZING Creatives, Cat Kerr and Lynne Suprock who share ideas on using Amazing Casting Products in your jewelry and mixed media creations.
Make It Artsy is a show dedicated to the crafter, maker and artist! A series celebrates that maker spirit and enthusiasm that extends to every part of life. It’s more than crafting, more than art or scrapbooking; this is an all-encompassing show for any one that loves to make “things”. From mixed-media to metalsmithing, using tools from saws to sewing machines, and materials from paper to wood; today’s most creative “makers” join host Julie Fei Fan Balzer and unleash a new look for crafting with a touch of industrial style.
Episode 301 - Blueprints
Before you build, make a plan or blueprint. Julie Fei Fan Balzer creates a scheduling journal with lots of color and style. Lynn Suprock sculpts tiny books to use as journals and jewelry. Joe Rotella builds a planner from an ordinary calendar. Jane Dunnewold talks about personal alignment.
Episode 302 - Building Blocks
From basic blocks, great new art is built. Lynn Suprock uses a blender to turn recycled materials into paper. Rebekah Meier cuts, sews and paints a multi-media collage. Mary Hettsmansperger makes cold connection jewelry and Jane Dunnewald shares more ideas on alignment.
Episode 303 -Nuts and Bolts
Let’s get down to nuts and bolts. Candie Cooper weaves leather through washers to make a cool bracelet. Joe Rotella and Julie McGuffee join forces and power up their tools to create a musical wind chime from a wine bottle. Jane Dunnewold concludes her thoughts on alignment.
Episode 304 - Bricks Need Mortar
Combine materials with inspiration to make contemporary art. Julie Fei Fan Balzer sews and stamps fabric embellishments for book covers and more. Debbi Simon combines clay with uncommon materials to create unique 3-D pieces. Julie Fei Fan Balzer screen prints with stencils and Mary Hettsmansperger adds shine to metalwork with mica.
Episode 305 - A Good Foundation
Great art is built on a good foundation. Rebekah Meier cuts, paints and assembles layers of felt. Mystele Kirkeeng uses paints and pastels to craft a folk art house. Mary Hettsmansperger fabricates jewelry and art objects from copper. Jane Dunnewold discusses content.
Episode 306 -Tools of the Trade
Making art is easy with the right tools. Joe Rotella drills fine china to make a charming bird feeder. Cheryl Boglioli crafts a charming bisque face pendant. Candie Cooper makes metallic leather tassels to embellish jewelry, accessories and home dec and Mary Hettsmansperger fires up her torch and shares some tips.
Episode 307 - On The Surface
The surface reflects your artistic flair. Lynne Suprock transforms shot gun shells into trendy jewelry. Debbi Simon adds heat to encaustic wax to create special effects. Cat Kerr creates a beautiful pendant with cool resin techniques and Mary Hettsmansperger adds color to copper.
Grab your hard hat to make heavy-duty art. Julie Fei Fan Balzer cuts, embosses and paints metal to create home décor CLICK HERE. Make a lamp with interchangeable panels with Joe Rotella CLICK HERE. Cheryl Boglioli mixes media and crackles it on canvas for special effects CLICK HERE, and Jane Dunnewold has more ideas about the inner artist.
Episode 309 - Signage
It's all about signage and announcing your event. Julie Fei Fan Balzer makes a festive partyscape for any occasion. Julie McGuffee and Joe Rotella team up to make a shiny party banner and Julie Fei Fan Balzer makes paper tiles that look like clay tiles. Jane Dunnewold talks about collections.
Episode 310 - Finishing Touches
Add that perfect finishing touch. Joe Rotella molds and casts a one-of-a-kind gaming set. Sandra Evertson upcycles vintage bottles to make trendy Boho decor. Candie Cooper finishes off a leather cuff with colorful embroidery and Mary Hettsmansperger smooth-finishes metal edges.
Episode 311 - Below The Surface
Explore below the surface. Cheryl Boglioli adds a variety of materials to a crafted form to make a gallery-ready figurine. Rae Missigman creates a trendy artistic cuff bracelet. Rebekah Meier makes a mixed media circle abstract on canvas. Jane Dunnewold talks about planning your art.
Episode 312 - Under & Over
Look over, under and all around for creative ideas. Debbi Simon sculpts artful household hardware from clay. Candie Cooper embosses on leather and Sandra Evertson transforms candlesticks into art with clay and found objects. Jane Dunnewold talks about setting goals.
Episode 313 - Grand Opening - Proper Attire
Once it's built, it's time for the grand opening! Dress up with wood and clay jewelry holder from Candie Cooper. Jen Cushman stamps an on-trend metal bracelet. Rae Missigman makes a cute purse from recycled products. Mary Hettsmansperger has safety tips for working in your studio.
Make It Artsy launched September 29, 2016 on Public Television stations across the country! Look for it on your local PBS channel and all new episodes from the upcoming Series 400. If you can't find it on your local programming, stay tuned to the Make it Artsy website to catch weekly episodes online. Bookmark or PIN the Make It Artsy Website http://makeitartsy.com.
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