7 Years of Our Little Makery: Our Little Family Business
Seven years ago, Our Little Makery began as a small dream and today, it’s a full-on family adventure. My three kids are right at the heart of it, helping at markets, knowing every design, and proudly wearing their vendor badges. This time of year is busy and chaotic, but it’s also full of joy, teamwork, and memories we’ll never forget. Thank you for supporting not just our business, but our family too.
How To: Paint Fire: VLOG
In this video you'll learn how to create fire with layers of orange, yellow, and a touch of red, You’ll learn how to feather and blend for that perfect glowing effect. It’s a cozy little detail that makes your Summer Nights Shadow Box truly shine!
How to Survive Summer (One Paint Kit at a Time)
Summer break is beautiful chaos. One minute it's sunshine and slow mornings, the next it's snack raids and "I'm bored" on repeat. This blog is all about the simple ways to survive the madness with a little help from our paint kits. Whether you're carving out quiet time for yourself or keeping little hands busy, a brush and some creativity might just be your summer sanity saver.
How to Create Reflection in Water: VLOG
Create a natural water reflection using light, vertical brush strokes and blending to softly mirror the trees below—simple and effortless.
Paint & Picnic: The Perfect Outdoor Craft Afternoon with Your Kids
Create a magical outdoor craft day with paint, picnic and play!
Set up a cozy-spot outside with paint kits, picnic snacks, and space to play. Let the kids get creative in the sunshine, then enjoy lunch and laughter together. It's the perfect mix of art, fresh air, and fun-a day they'll remember!
How To Create a Weathered Finish-VLOG
Create a rustic, weathered finish by scratching your surface with just the tip of your paint brush. It's an easy way to add texture and charm with that perfectly imperfect touch!
How to Style Your Finished Shadow Box Kit: Tips for Showing Off Your Creation!
So, you’ve just put the final touches on your DIY shadow box kit-yay! Whether it’s on a mountain landscape a peaceful canoe scene, or a cozy cabin in the woods, your artwork deserves to shine.
How to host your own Crafty girls night!
Host the ultimate crafty girls night with this step-by-step guide—featuring fun DIY shadow box kits, creative themes, and tips to make it a memorable evening with your besties!
How to Add Texture to Animals – VLOG
Learn how to bring your animal illustrations to life by mastering texture techniques that add depth, realism, and visual interest. This tutorial covers essential tips like layering, brush variation, and surface differentiation to help you create lifelike fur, feathers, and scales.
How to add texture a Step-by-Step Video tutorial
Texture spattering is an easy and effective way to add depth and dimension to your artwork. Whether you’re working on a painting, a mixed-media piece, or a craft project, this technique helps create unique patterns and visual interest. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the simple steps to achieve the perfect spatter effect.
How to Paint Flowers on Your Shadow Box -VLOG
Learn how to elevate your shadow box art with hand-painted flowers using simple blending techniques that add depth, detail, and a personal touch—perfect for kits like Up Up and Away, Dragonfly, Butterfly, and Highland Heifer.
Why you should play with your layers- VLOG
Experimenting with flipping and rearranging layers in our Rocky Mountains Original Shadow Box Kit lets you personalize the landscape and create a one-of-a-kind design that’s uniquely yours.