Posted on April 10 2020
A sketching tutorial to capture the details! In this lesson plan, we combine the unique qualities of two types of pencils: Goldfaber Color Pencils offer the artist a large degree of control and ability to capture fine detail. Goldfaber Graphite Pencils offer contrast, texture, and a pleasing aesthetic.
Posted on April 08 2020
A nature mixed media art DIY! Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a tutorial for a bird nest using Creative Studio Translucent Gelatos, and Goldfaber Color Pencils. A nest full of eggs speaks to me of hope.
Posted on April 06 2020
An Easter egg craft that's sparkling for spring! Are you in need of some egg-cellent Spring craft ideas? Look no further! These sparkly painted clay and jeweled eggs are a great way to keep tiny fingers busy while this springtime weather can be unpredictable.
Posted on April 06 2020
A spring craft for kids using a recycled egg carton! Spring has (almost) sprung! Here in the Midwest, we have been lucky enough to have a couple of gorgeous warm and sunny days! When the temps went back down, we celebrated by crafting these flowers made from recycled egg cartons.
Posted on April 03 2020
Printable coloring pages to thank your local hero! Families are looking for small ways to say thank you and help bring joy to their local communities. We as a company are no exception. We enrich lives through creativity and self-expression and one way to do that at home, is to provide your family with printable coloring pages to decorate to show gratitude.
Posted on April 01 2020
Bullet Journal doodles for tidying up! Birds chirping... flowers blooming... dust collecting... closets overflowing! Spring cleaning is here! It's time to use some cleaning doodles in our journals and tackle those never-ending to-do lists! As you can see here, I chose 5 different doodles to cover some of the basics.
Posted on April 01 2020
Easter egg craft with mixed media! The technique shown here, called “Resist”, is when you apply one material that is waxy or oily and then go over it with a water-based material that is not waxy or oily and won’t mix – it resists! In this case, I’m using crayons as the resist. Then I cover this with watercolor paint.
Posted on March 31 2020
Origami is fun to create, pretty to look at, and surprisingly beneficial to your health! Here are five reasons why I recently incorporated origami into our routine.
Posted on March 30 2020
Egg decorating that's easy and mess-free! For all ages 4 to adult. Are you ever frustrated by the limitations of egg dyeing? All those pastel colors and it’s so hard to create fun details? Well no more! Amazingly, Faber-Castell Colored Pencils are made with a non-wax emollient formula that can work on eggshells!
Posted on March 30 2020
Bullet Journal lettering is one of my favorite ways to relax and unwind. We all have that tiny voice inside of our head that says... "you can't do this" or "your handwriting is terrible" - we are truly our toughest critic. Don't believe it! I bring this up because awhile ago, I stopped looking at lettering as writing and I started to view it as drawing sets of simple lines and shapes. This opened up a whole new world for me, and I think it can do the same for you!
Posted on March 26 2020
Nature drawing with Goldfaber Color Pencils and Pitt Artist Pens®! Hi everyone, Mou Saha here welcoming spring with a page full of daffodils. I am working with a Castell® 9000 Pencil, Creative Studio Pitt Artist Pen, and Goldfaber Color Pencils. I have made a complete materials list for you.
Posted on March 26 2020
Coloring health benefits include lowered stress, reduced anxiety, and others. Coloring is more than just a great way to spend time with your kids — there are health benefits that include lower anxiety, take away stress and improve cognitive functioning. It’s no wonder why kids love the fun and freedom of coloring. The big surprise, though, is the new popularity of adult coloring books as stress relievers. Take a look at the scientific evidence in support of coloring.
Posted on March 25 2020
Bullet Journal doodles just in time for spring! Spring is here! Well, technically... I'm still hoping for some warm weather! The fresh air, flowers, and the BUGS! While some may be creepy-crawly, others can be very cute! Here are 5 bugs to practice for your upcoming spring pages!
Posted on March 25 2020
Making Easter Crafts with Kids is a great way to celebrate the season. We love to make memories while dying Easter eggs and making festive bunnies and chicks. This is a quick and fun craft to celebrate Easter! You’ll need a few supplies: Faber-Castell Rainbow Fluffy Paint, Burlap Bunting, Easter Theme Paper, Glue and Scissors.
Posted on March 24 2020
Boredom gets kids to use their imaginations. Everyone reading this article is familiar with boredom. It can gnaw at you and stretch out each minute of the clock. It makes you want to leave wherever you are and go someplace else ― anyplace else. Of course, it’s natural for parents to want to reduce their kids’ boredom.
Posted on March 24 2020
Easy Easter egg craft for kids! It’s been a long, cold winter…. While we wait for spring to come, here’s an egg-cellent Easter activity for the kids. These Paint Splatter Easter Eggs are fun, festive, and best of all – mess-free!
Posted on March 23 2020
Bullet Journal doodles for the fashion designers and seamstresses! I'm not someone who is great at sewing, but the adorable iconography makes me wish that I was! I love drawing these little cuties and I think you will, too! Here I've shown you how to draw 5 sewing doodles in 4 simple steps.
Posted on March 23 2020
Printable coloring pages for coloring together with your kids. Coloring is something you can do side-by-side with your child. Relieve your stress and spend quality time with your child – a win-win for any parent.
