First, get a whole bunch of Twinkies! There’s no use denying it, this part is a childhood dream come true 🙂 I had to empty the grocery store shelves of only two local grocery stores. A passing shopper remarked, “I guess you like Twinkies”, and not having time to explain, I replied, “Yeah–it’s my birthday!” […]
How to Make a Machine that “Predicts the Future”
Our town had an annual arts festival last fall, and I wanted to have a booth to promote my newly-published children’s book, “ABC–What Would I Be?” But I wanted more than just another author-illustrator booksigning booth. I needed a good gimmick to “bring ’em in”, to add to the creative atmosphere of the festival, […]
How to Make a Lighthouse out of Sugar Cookies and Icing
Hello Creative Types, and Welcome to my first blog ever! I want to share with you my materials and techniques, as well as a word on the cost and feasibility, for the various fun art projects and other hair-brained ideas I’ve participated in.  This first project was for a competition held by the Maritime Aquarium in […]
Laughing Furniture
What has 118 ears, many missing teeth, and tells silly jokes? Â A Laughing Chair! This is a great project for anyone who loves photos of family and friends. Rescued from certain death in a landfill, these tables and chairs were lovingly brought back to life as truly unique pieces of art. Whether in a playroom, […]