Whether you’re an avid painter or not, I’m sure you’ve heard of oil-based paint and water-based paint. But maybe you don’t know the difference. I’ve been through my fair share of painting and I still don’t really know the difference. So, let’s get into it!
7 Types of Craft Tape and When to Use Them
Who knew all the options you have when it comes to tape?! I mean who really needs duct tape with patterns on it? Isn’t the purpose of duct tape to strongly hold two things in place? Not anymore! 😀 The great marketers for tape developers expanded the audience of “tape needers” to “tape wanters”. No…
Understanding the Meaning of Color in Art
In this blog, we’re going to explore the different types of colors that artists experiment within their art and what they could possibly be trying to convey in their pieces.
5 Reasons Why Arts & Crafts is Crucial to Your Child’s Development
It may seem like arts & crafts class was just a bunch of loveable memories wrapped up into one brief period of time, but the truth is that arts & crafts programs help children develop much, much more than just fond moments. Arts & crafts actually work to boost children’s social and professional lives as they mature. Let’s dive into each of the reasons why arts & crafts should be practiced both at school and at home.
10 BIG Benefits of Coloring for Children
Giving your child some crayons and paper to color may be a way you get your child to sit still for a few minutes while you catch a break, but did you know coloring comes with amazing benefits? Check out these 10 incredible physical and mental health benefits coloring has for children.
7 Benefits of Super Beads (Water Fuse Beads, Aqua Beads)
1. No More Hot & Dangerous Ironing – Simply Spray with Water and Your Super Beads Will Fuse Together Playing and creating with fuse beads is fun, but having to use a hot burning iron is dangerous and makes it impossible for younger kids to complete their designs on their own. Our unique Super Beads have a…
What’s the Difference Between Watercolor Paper and Traditional Paper?
Watercolor Paper is more absorbent than traditional paper. It’s made from cotton intertwined fibers. That’s why it won’t warp or buckle under water as quickly as traditional paper. The texture of Watercolor Paper is really what sets it apart from traditional paper. Watercolor Paper has a bumpy texture, also known as the tooth of a paper. The…
What Are Super Beads? (Water Fuse Beads, Aqua Beads)
Super Beads are the same very same concept as the traditional fuse beads, aka Perler Beads, that you know and love. We just eliminated the hot and dangerous ironing and annoying gluing. Once all your Super Beads are in place simply spray them with a little bit of water and they’ll fuse together. No More Hot Ironing…
Kwik Stix – Solid Washable Tempera Paint – Paint in a Stick!
Tired of the endless mess of painting? Fear not! Our Kwik Stix will revolutionize your painting experience! With our new solid washable tempera paint-in-a-stick formula, we’re eliminating messes and drying time. Kwik Stix have a fast-drying formula that allows them to dry in just 90 seconds while still leaving a paint-like finish! No cups, smocks, water or brushes required. Simply…
Oven-Bake Clay / Polymer Modeling Clay Versus Air- Dry Modeling Clay – What’s the Difference and Which Should You Use?
Modeling, shaping and creating with modeling clay is both fun and rewarding. Modeling clay is great for crafting figurines, jewelry, home decor or free-standing sculptures. Trying to figure out which clay to use may not be as fun. In today’s blog, we’ll explain to you to the differences between oven-bake modeling clay and air-dry modeling clay and help you choose the right modeling clay for you. What’s Oven-Bake Clay/Polymer Modeling Clay Oven-bake clay, also called…