Your creative endeavors don't have to be costly - browse your favorite local dollar store with an artistic eye and an open mind! My last trip yielded these 3 items, worth their weight in gold to me. How fantastically funky is this tissue paper? I couldn't pass up animal prints in neon blue and hot pink! And I don't know about you, but apparently, evil elves take my pencils when I'm not looking because I can never find one - even if I was just using it "a couple minutes ago". This 3 pack of mechanical pencils will come in handy, and I'm happy to report that the elves haven't found them yet! My last item was an expandable coupon holder with plenty of dividers to organize and stash those smaller images torn from magazines.
Don't forget to look at things like plastic storage containers often sold in sets of two or three. So what if they're food storage containers? I'm sure you can always use them for fibers, paints, pencils.... the list goes on and on! Don't forget about the kitchen papers - waxed, foil, and plastic wrap. They're all useful in the creation of your pages.
So don't forget to keep your eyes open for art goodies at the dollar store - the more you can find there, the more bucks you'll have to spend on that art store item that you just have to have!
CELEBRATE * LOVE * CREATE
Hey lady- good tips; it's always nice to add to old inventory!
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I would have emailed you but blogger wouldn't let it open!
Thanks, Stephanie! And thanks for the tag, too! (I think - LOL)
DeleteThat seems to be half of the fun now to look at something & think yes I can use this, don't you think? Love the animal print . Now if I can just find it when I want it. Sounds like yours are well organized too Angelia .
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Linda
I absolutely think so, Linda! The trouble is, I always think I can use everything! LOL It sounds like I'm organized, but as much as I try, I'm definitely lacking. My new coupon organizer remains unopened in my journaling travel bag.
DeleteDitto on the little elf's they come to my house all the time too.
ReplyDeleteLinda
Ha! Glad to hear I'm not alone :o)
Deletefound you thru "bloglovin" and ya know what-- I think I am going to like following this bright active blog! thanks
ReplyDeleteWelcome, Jean! Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment. I hope you continue to enjoy your visits here! :o)
DeleteI just love that animal print tissue angelia. I have to know where you got it! I think it would be perfect for a journal page on one's pet maybe? Awesome! Have a wonderful artful day!
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Peggy
Hey, Peggy! I got the tissue at my local dollar store. I just checked, and it's a Dollar Tree. I don't know what I'll use the print for, but I've got some ideas brewing :o)
DeleteLove a good bargain - love the funky tissue papers too! I must be getting old because I have a hard time reading your text on the blue background =( Guess the eyes are the first to go LOL!
ReplyDeleteSorry you're having a rough time with the background color. I guess my sight is still good - with me it's the hearing!
DeleteI'm exactly the same with the dollar store (well here it's a 'pound' & 'shop' lol) Angelia, you're right as long as you have an open mind there is soooooooooo many possibilities. I love that funky paper!! xx
ReplyDeleteHi, Jenni! I love the sound of "Pound Shop"! :o) Good to hear from you!
DeleteI just came home from the post AND a stop at our local thrift shop, where I scored some thread, vintage silk scarf … and angel stick-ons, stencils and even some watercolor color paint ~ all for a little over $4 ~ score!
ReplyDeleteMerry creating!
"Score" is right! Sounds like you had a great time and really hit the jackpot! I'll be looking for pics! :o)
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Hi! I am enjoying reading your tips and techniques. I will have my third art journal next year. Now, this post reminds me to look for my favorite mechanical pencil. I need it yesterday and it wasn't in my pencil case. Seems, I misplaced it. Thanks for sharing your tips! Happy holidays! :)
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