About

A Few Words About Maria

My interest in art and crafts began in childhood and blossomed in the 70’s when I started quilting and sewing. I have taught a variety of art and craft classes in afterschool programs, craft stores and homes.

I am an artist, designer, instructor. I enjoy working with a variety of craft techniques, mixed media, paper crafts and I love adding art to our daily lives.

I enjoy making items that are functional, inspirational and just plain fun! I also enjoy sharing these projects and helpful hints with others.

My posts are the day-to-day happenings in life that celebrate nature, reading, hobbies, art and the ability to “do”.

Recent Posts

Baseball, padres baseball game, baseball fun, blogger, sports, baseball food, baseball snacks,

Baseball fun

It’s that time again. Baseball fun with co-workers. It is good to go back to the ball park. The weather was perfect.  I love the ...
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sumi-e painting

Handmade thank you cards

These are some of the handmade thank you cards I referred to in my previous post.  It was fun to celebrate my birthday throughout the ...
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Mother’s Day cards, Art blog, Art projects,Blogger, Celebrations, Handmade,handmade cards,craft projects, easy craft projects,Sumi-e,Yasutomo,Creative lifestyle,

Mother’s Day cards

I am making watercolor Mother’s Day cards using my floral practice samples.  The floral images are painted with Sumi-e watercolors.  The paper is a light ...
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