This is part 1 of a simple series - my GUIDE: Getting Started With Watercolour READ Part 2 | Activation READ Part 3 | Wet-On-Wet READ Part 4 | Mark Making READ Part 5 | Colour Mixing  When I first started out with watercolour painting, I bought one of those Staedtler kiddies cake pan sets on a whim wandering down the grocery store’s stationery aisle. It was great to play around when painting my Sunday School visuals (how I really got started) and then making artwork as gifts for friends and family. Since then, I have moved on from that beloved set. I use a Daler-Rowney Aquafine 10-colour watercolour set which has lasted a good few years, and while...
When I started Carlita Hearts in November 2019, I painted at night when my children slept (mostly!) and during the day when they napped. Those quiet moments were so much fun despite them being limited in their timeframe.
Lives are busier than ever, so instead of adding another to your to do list, or trying to squeeze time to have the gospel guide our days, my motto is to keep it simple. Use what you already do to thread eternal truths to share, discover and remind ourselves in our home. Here are 10 simple ways to weave the gospel into
In this digital age where your phone can become your trusted organiser, calendar and inbox, you may think that there is no place for paper and pen. But it is not the case! Being able to sit down, with a cup of tea and a pen to jot down events and reminders is a great tactile way to gain more focus and helps clarify our
A brand refresh has been something that has been on the to do list for the longest time. When Carlita Hearts opened in November 2019, I was so excited to get it out so I built the online store on Shopify and knew I wanted to share the artful goodies and creative journey over on Instagram. So, I created a logo to give Carlita Hearts a brand identity for these platforms and to help with packaging of orders. Fast forward 4 years, I was itching to refresh this brand vibe. I have such a sweet spot for this Carlita Hearts logo in the very beginning stages, and am ready to share a new look (but same heart!) behind this creative...
