learn to make vintage style spun cotton holiday ornaments from simple materials: old fashioned craft Rosanna makes 2024-11-23 | Hello everyone, happy holiday season!I'm so excited to share this duck and goose ornament make-along, I've made a little gaggle of geese and a doodle of ducks as I've prepared for this video and I hope I'll make quite a few more before Christmas - they really are so simple, fun, and affordable :)I wanted these ornaments to look very old and aged, like vintage or antique cotton batting ornaments and I demonstrate two different methods using slightly different materials. I really recommend trying out the cornstarch paste, I'm very sold on it... I will not make any claims about it as far as whether it holds up in damp weather or attracts critters because I don't know -- all I know is that there are lots of surviving antique cotton ornaments made with corn or potato starch so in theory, they can last a long time. But there are always exceptions or strange things that can happen, like anything, there is no guarantee against "natural disasters" ;)you can find the cornstarch video here: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDEThis video went very long and so I had to make a separate video for the accessories like the Christmas puddings and little packages and I'll post that very soon, I hope within a day or two of this one and once it's up, it will be linked here.I hope you'll enjoy watching, listening, or making along with me, and that you'll make some really charming little keepsake birds for loved ones or for yourself. Thanks so much for supporting my work and the channel and happy making to you!xo, Rosanna(find supplies linked below the chapters)00:00:00 - Start00:00:46 - explanation of today's make and the inspiration for it00:04:37 - supplies00:07:35 - supply/materials slide00:07:47 - starting the duck ornament - how to make wire legs and feet for a bird00:13:38 - making the foil armature (shape) for the duck 00:18:10 - coating the duck with glue mix and cotton balls00:21:45 - talking about drying options (air-drying is fine but takes between 12 and 36 hours, if you use an oven, I recommend temps below 250 F and check after 10 minutes, or using a vent, radiator, or wood stove is obviously the best!)00:28:10 - demonstrating different options for feet, legs, beak (ways to make it easier or with different materials)00:30:35 - how to make a base for a duck or goose and skip making feet 00:33:24 - making feet with fabric and wire and hot glue00:35:14 - conducting surgery on a cotton duck and then reconstructing it00:41:06 - a note on the cornstarch paste00:43:17 - starting the goose form from wire and foil00:47:02 - covering the foil goose form with cotton and wrapping with thread00:50:59 - covering the goose with more cotton fiber and cornstarch mix00:55:41 - adding the wings to the goose made from quilt batting and then more cotton fiber01:06:12 - back to the duck ornament - trimming down the bill/beak and fine-tuning the shape01:14:43 - goose legs and feet (using crepe paper and hot glue)01:18:17 - wrapping the goose leg with cotton01:19:00 - adding some finer details to the goose with more cotton (music only)01:20:47 - looking at the dry, finished forms and talking about painting01:23:05 - painting the goose with watercolor01:28:23 - painting eyes on the goose01:30:20 - painting the duck (music)01:32:37 - painting the eyes on the duck01:35:43 - making a tiny "bow" out of vintage seam binding tape01:38:40 - finishing touches - mica powder and mica flakes01:42:09 - how they look finished (talking about hanger or hook placement)01:46:56 - conclusion and thanks#arttutorials #cottonornaments #craftwithme follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listmore about my friend's beautiful chocolate here: sweetminouchocolate.comfind the "heirloom ornament supply kit" here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/heirloom-holiday-ornament-supply-kit-and-video-tutorialslimited copies of the Two Odd Ducks story book here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/two-odd-ducks-a-little-holiday-make-along-book"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1cotton quilt batting: amazon.com/dp/B0BWQQ5WR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1mica powder: amazon.com/gp/product/B098BJGD3H/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_5?smid=A3D8V2NBV6SDTD&th=1mica flakes: amazon.com/dp/B01JF3XN2E?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1pipe cleaners: amazon.com/dp/B015YVS75Y?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title26 gauge paper-covered wire: amazon.com/dp/B09MW261PT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1music by Epidemic Sound
inspiration on an old envelope. #alicewalker #arttherapy #envelopeinspiration #dontlosehope Rosanna makes 2025-09-18 | ...
I followed my heart and it told me to try to change the world 😁 (but Im kind of trying to) Rosanna makes 2025-08-30 | Hello kind and creative friends, I wanted to check in and let you know and see a little of what I've been working on .. where life has been taking me lately. I've had a feeling that I've been trying to get somewhere all year but had felt a little "purposeless" since leaving Instagram last winter. I've talked quite a bit about how disheartened and discouraged I've felt to just stand by and watch things unfold and deteriorate in this country - going to the occasional protests seemed like a bare minimum. So I've been learning about and following a democracy-building organization called Indivisible for six months and through their training, got brave enough to take some actual actions and start building community and reaching out to form networks of care and mutual aid. I'm in the very beginning stages but I feel hopeful and energized and ready to see where this can go. Of course this means I have much less time for art - and I already struggled to find time before - and the art I've begun to make is very different, very much for this moment in time - right now I'm working on messages of encouragement, resistance, and solidarity that can be shared as part of my posts for our Indivisible chapter on social media, and also printed into cards, stickers, badges, and yard signs. I'm excited that I've finally found a way to transition my art into something that can communicate what's been on my heart at this difficult and fractured time in our history. I will try to find time for some tutorials this fall and winter, to scratch the spun cotton itch that many of you have - and will bring short videos here whenever it's possible. I appreciate this community and all your support and kindness - let's keep working for the good and following our hearts -- happy making!xo Rosanna#activistart #resistance #paintwithme learn more about Indivisible here : indivisible.orgmy website: sweethavensanctuary.orgmy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-list Jazper Stardust watercolors on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
A comforting slow-stitch art vlog: a tender fabric painting for loss (ins. by Isabella Ducrot) Rosanna makes 2025-08-07 | Hi everyone, how are you doing?But how are you really doing? Because a lot of us aren't doing that well. We aren't even okay a lot of days - maybe you have good reasons for not being or feeling okay, maybe you can't point to anything in particular, maybe you can point to many, many particular things that make you not okay. I've been in all those places the last few weeks...and I sympathize with you wherever you are on that spectrum. But truly, I've had some real things to grieve in my life in addition to things I'm grieving that aren't my personal experiences and because I needed comfort myself, I wanted to make a video that could hopefully provide some comfort. This video took an unexpected turn after I started this tender collage piece - but I felt somehow that the events of last week fitted into this piece, and should be part of this process video... so I've kept the very raw footage I shot after sharing a very emotional experience with my brother. I suppose you will let me know if that was right or not. I hope so.. Again, I've taken SO MUCH inspiration from the work of grand lady (or perhaps 'grand dame') Isabella Ducrot, you can find links to interviews and articles below. I've also shared passages from the book "Threads of Life" by Clare Hunter, which is fascinating and beautiful and one of my favorite books. And this tenderness is a memorial piece for my grand lady Lucille.I appreciate each of you so much and feel very privileged to have this community of support and understanding - it's a testament to how safe you've made me feel, that I share this.please take care of yourselves - and hoping there are others in your life who reach out to show care for you - sending hugs, Rosanna#flosstube #slowstitching #arttherapy 00:00:00 - start00:01:06 - welcome/intro and backstory - this section does include a story about the loss of a pet - there are no specifics or any graphic details but it is sad (painting fabric circles with watercolor for poppy flowers)00:13:50 - more instructions about painting and drying the fabric circles00:15:37 - an introduction to this "tenderness" and my idea and inspiration00:19:08 - supply slide00:20:35 - a new glue I tried...00:22:20 - getting started00:23:29 - adding some blue watercolor to the background (this ought to be done earlier than I did!)00:23:45 - going through one of Hilda Pollman's saved collections of antique textiles00:25:20 - cutting out leaves00:25:52 - cutting a teacup from a hanky and hen shape from a dress00:27:00 - cutting out round shapes for poppy flowers from a bedsheet00:27:45 - pinning things on00:28:12 - stitching.. lots of slow stitching00:30:10 - my compulsory discussion of the benefit of "throwing off" perfectionism :)00:31:35 - adding some watercolored lace to the teacup00:33:00 - the "connection" of stitching00:34:35 -gluing on the flower fabric circles00:36:00 - adding some India ink lines and details00:36:50 - a little history of Harison's Yellow rose - and adding ruffly petals to my roses00:40:20 - adding details to the poppies00:42:10 - reading passages from Clare Hunter's "Threads of Life" (linked below)00:45:50 - adding some last paint and ink lines and details00:47:00 - using my ancient typewriter to make sentiments on old paper and fabric00:48:05 - close-ups of my imperfect stitching and final thoughts 00:55:04 - closing and thanks00:57:52 - (afterward) sharing happy mail from you all :)my website: sweethavensanctuary.orgmy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-list Jazper Stardust watercolors on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2FClare Hunter's book, "Threads of Life" : thriftbooks.com/w/threads-of-life-a-history-of-the-world-through-the-eye-of-a-needle_clare-hunter/20515191/#idiq=41895067&edition=28868003The New Yorker profile on Isabella Ducrot: newyorker.com/magazine/2024/07/29/an-artist-flowering-in-her-ninetiesThe Artsy interview with Isabella Ducrot: artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-94-isabella-ducrot-gaining-overdue-recognition-tender-paintingsFrieze piece on Isabella Ducrot: frieze.com/article/isabella-ducrot-interview-2023the article I quoted from today about Isabella Ducrot: observer.com/2025/07/isabella-ducrot-petzel-new-york-visited-land-exhibitionarticle on Harison's Yellow rose: elizabethparkroseblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/31/harisons-yellow-rose-of-tex-sorry-new-yorkall music by Epidemic Sound
the smell of August - a farm and garden walk and meditation #farmanimals #farmsanctuary Rosanna makes 2025-08-02 | ...
if you have an old box, you have so many possibilities ✨️ #cardboardcraft #paintwithme #easyfolkart Rosanna makes 2025-07-25 | ...
creative empathy & art as therapy in a cruel world • discovering thetender work of Isabella Ducrot Rosanna makes 2025-07-18 | Hello creative friends, Well, after making a fuss in my last video about how much I detest and dread video editing, I've spent ALL WEEK getting this one ready for you all - I will have to try out some of your suggestions for more on-the-fly formats another time -- but after discovering the work of Italian artist Isabella Ducrot a few weeks ago, and then working on several pieces inspired by her art, I really had some particular things I wanted to talk about in this video and so I took some extra time to make sure I actually articulated them fairly well and didn't just ramble... I hope what I share here resonates with many of you and gives you some comfort and inspiration - I want every video to bring that but I really kept that at the top of my mind this time. If you're like me, and many of you are, you're feeling a little lost and discouraged and wondering what you can do to help fix what's gone wrong in our society. I don't have hard answers yet for myself - (I'm going to protests and getting some training in community organizing but I really want to find a way to turn my art a direction of activism.) I do have some small seeds of ideas, and for now, I think it's important to just keep coming here and sharing what's on my heart and having this space for nurturing one another and encouraging creativity and kindness - we don't have to be strident in our dissent - we can meet cruelty with gentleness and tenderness -- but we have to stay strong and we can help one another feel supported. I didn't include chapters for this video as it's not quite so much a make-along as a creative meditation that might inspire you to try something yourself. I may go back later and add them if I have time.Thank you so much for being here - happy making!xo Rosanna#arttherapy #folkart #paintwithme my website: sweethavensanctuary.orgmy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-list Jazper Stardust watercolors on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?dd_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2FThe New Yorker profile on Isabella Ducrot: newyorker.com/magazine/2024/07/29/an-artist-flowering-in-her-ninetiesThe Artsy interview with Isabella Ducrot: artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-94-isabella-ducrot-gaining-overdue-recognition-tender-paintingsFrieze piece on Isabella Ducrot: frieze.com/article/isabella-ducrot-interview-2023all music by Epidemic Sound
a peaceful summer morning in the garden with the animals 🐖🐐#farmanimals #kitchengarden #slowliving Rosanna makes 2025-07-16 | ...
paint an old cabinet with me... its easier than you think! (But making this video was a struggle 🫤) Rosanna makes 2025-07-04 | Hi everyone,I worked up the courage to try painting poppies and hens on an old kitchen cabinet last week and am really happy with the results - I found it much easier than I expected, and really not stressful - in fact, I found it relaxing. I was very excited to share some of the process with you because I think a lot of you would probably enjoy a project like this but like me, you might feel a little intimidated about starting. I hope this video gives you a little courage or inspiration to give it a try -- unfortunately, it's a video I really struggled with editing... more than usual... for some reason, I kept going backwards as I worked at it, and would have given it up at several points if I hadn't had so many days work invested in it... also this was the first creative project I've done in a month so I don't have anything else to share with you all. I do talk about the struggle I have with editing later in the video, which is a chapter that some of you might rather skip - and I understand that - it's not my usual thing to talk to camera, and I'm pretty apprehensive about leaving it in... but it DOES go a ways toward explaining why I'm so erratic with posting here, and why I never manage to deliver all the videos I promise. That said, the cabinet painting was SO fun in itself, and SO rewarding, that I'm ready to try painting on a door next -- and venturing even a little further outside my comfort zone -- so if you enjoy this video, let me know, and I'll really try to make a video of my next experiment.I appreciate each of you and the support you give me - thanks especially to the thoughtful folks who have sent mail recently, and to a friend who sent an email, encouraging me to keep sharing what I make, even if it seems "unserious" or "irrelevant" in the face of chaos and cruelty - because we need spots of beauty and moments of comfort - or even flights of fancy and whimsy, like little cotton mice and cardboard mouse houses - to help get through these challenging times. So I'll do my best to keep coming here as often as I'm able - and I welcome suggestions for what types of videos are most helpful and enjoyable to you, and how I can perhaps make the editing less of a barrier to my ability to get those videos out to you.Thank you for watching and supporting the channel, and for your feedback - wishing you happy making!xo Rosanna#paintwithme #furnituremakeover #folkart 00:00 - intro00:58 - in this video I just jump into painting - there is more of an instructional segment later02:44 - my very awkward "before" photo of my ugly cabinet04:50 - painting a chicken and poppies09:00 - painting a pitcher and poppies on the cabinet11:00 - why art has been difficult for me this summer and why making art matters13:32 - the brushes and paints I used16:00 - the base color I used for the cabinet ("Juniper" by Sherwin Williams)16:35 - "mail bag" - sharing some of the sweetest gifts and mail art that YOU ALL sent me lately19:28 - practice painting on paper - I paint a few poppies in a pitcher in real time - it's SO simple28:17 - a bit of a heart-to-heart in the form of a surprise "talk-to-camera" segment featuring my actual face (ahhhhh!) I surprised myself with this one - the camera turned itself on and I just went ahead and talked - some of it at the beginning was a little kooky - and I have almost cut it out several times -- but I actually managed to explain some of the things that have been preventing me from making videos more regularly so I do think it's at least partly useful... although I would recommend not watching and just listening! Feel free to skip this segment if you're turned off by it or if you're just here for the painting.34:26 - a few final words (if you have suggestions for sealants, leave a comment)36:40 - a walk-about in the vegetable garden40:26 - a visit with some of the sanctuary animalsmy N E W S L E T T E R : https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listSPUN COTTON STARTER KIT: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/p/spun-cotton-starter-supply-kit-my-favorite-materialsCornstarch paste video: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDE"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1organic "punis" cotton fiber -(I know this is definitely organic, and you're supporting a small business as opposed to Amazon): cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?_pos=35&_sid=4adf10cce&_ss=r&variant=39490555281591organic "sliver" cotton fiber (this is the long fiber specifically for wrapping) :woolery.com/organic-cotton-sliver.htmlJAZPER STARDUST WATERCOLORS : etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?26 gauge paper-covered wire: amazon.com/dp/B09MW261PT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1all music by EPIDEMIC SOUND
A rainy-ish day in my garden 🌱 Rosanna makes 2025-05-26 | Hello everyone, I disappeared for a while... I haven't felt like myself lately and haven't been able to make art for a few months so haven't known what to share. (The only creative thing I've done is make protest signs 🫠) Despite the ugliness that's happening in the U.S. and the world, nature continues to be beautiful and healing... and I've been gardening in all my spare time. I just wanted to say hello and check in and hopefully encourage you to keep looking for and finding and making beauty in your corner of the world, and to continue to value gentleness, compassion, and kindness. xo Rosanna#gardentour #gardentherapy
my favorite easter bunny was a working mom :) learn to make a spun cotton rabbit sculpture Rosanna makes 2025-04-13 | Hello everyone, I hope you're all well and safe. I've wanted to make a "Country Bunny" from spun cotton for many years - one of my favorite books is "The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes" by DuBose Heyward. It was first published in the 1930s and was a classic in our family and I think the story, of a rabbit mother who once dreamed of becoming one of the Easter Bunnies, but has had that dream deferred by her 21 children, is still as relevant today as it was 90 years ago... As the story goes, "there are really FIVE Easter Bunnies, and those bunnies must be the five kindest, and swiftest, and wisest bunnies in the whole wide world.... One day a little country girl bunny with a brown skin and a little cotton-ball of a tail said, 'Some day I shall grow up to be an Easter Bunny: -- you wait and see!' Then all of the big white bunnies who lived in fine houses and the Jack Rabbits with long legs who can run so fast, laughed at the little Cottontail and told her to go back to the country and eat a carrot. But she said, 'Wait and see!'"It's a wonderful story, with even more wonderful illustrations. I think Marjorie Flack's bunnies are very nearly as sweet as Beatrix Potter's, though her style is very different. You can certainly follow along with this technique and make your own favorite rabbit character - maybe one of the Flopsy bunnies? Or Peter in his little coat. Or Kate Dicamillo's Edward Tulane...I have two used copies of The Country Bunny to give away, one to someone here - just leave a comment below if you'd like to be considered to receive one -- and another will go to a newsletter subscriber. I will choose someone from the comments after the first 48 hours of posting this video, or thereabouts (I will probably choose someone on Wednesday, April 16th) so leave a comment by then :) And like I said, feel free to comment from anywhere in the world - things are so terribly sad and mean here in the U.S. right now - but I still believe in kindness and empathy and I want to believe that most people also still value those things, somehow we've just lost sight of what our grand ladies taught us. Thank you as always for being here with me, for your patience, for your support, and for your kindness. I appreciate hearing from each of you and although I'm behind with comments, I will read them all and those comments help motivate me to keep coming here and sharing. Hoping you can find some peaceful moments for creating or for reading a favorite book -- and wishing you happy making!xo Rosanna00:00:00 - Start00:00:35 - intro00:03:59 - going over supplies and materials00:07:00 - supply list slide (if you want to skip the talking)00:08:50 - making the armature00:17:42 - beginning to cover or sculpt with cotton00:18:51 - wrapping the legs00:22:25 - wrapping the bottom legs (you can skip ahead, this is just for anyone needing extra help)00:24:49 - adding a little more cotton to the body00:28:25 - making the dress top from cotton quilt batting00:33:31 - making the dress bottom and a tangent about tails :)00:39:55 - covering the tail with cotton00:40:42 - making the "petticoats" or underlayer of the dress00:45:35 - making the ears00:53:57 - a note about "air pockets" and adding detail to the mouth area00:55:15 - eye sockets, making indentations, and second layers of cotton 00:56:29 - talking about when to paint - wet or dry - and adding fullness to the dress00:59:13 - talking about drying time and different methods of drying01:01:55 - painting the bunny parts with watercolor01:06:57 - painting the dress (you can skip ahead after the first few minutes)01:14:01 - painting the mouth (make sure your sculpture has dried)01:14:45 - painting the eyes01:16:17 - using white acrylic paint for details01:17:10 -adding cotton fluff to the tail01:18:03 - the beauty of eye sockets!01:18:59 - making a pinafore apron01:22:31 - conclusion#arttutorials #craftwithme #childrensbooks my N E W S L E T T E R : https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listSPUN COTTON STARTER KIT: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/p/spun-cotton-starter-supply-kit-my-favorite-materialsCornstarch paste video: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDE"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1organic "punis" cotton fiber -(I know this is definitely organic, and you're supporting a small business as opposed to Amazon): cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?_pos=35&_sid=4adf10cce&_ss=r&variant=39490555281591organic "sliver" cotton fiber (this is the long fiber specifically for wrapping) :woolery.com/organic-cotton-sliver.htmlJAZPER STARDUST WATERCOLORS : etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?26 gauge paper-covered wire: amazon.com/dp/B09MW261PT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1all music by EPIDEMIC SOUND
making a box into a folk-style cabinet cottage for a mouse - part one of our build-a-bedroom series Rosanna makes 2025-04-03 | Hello everyone, Today we're going to explore the creative possibility of a box - I imagine there are quite a few of you who loved making dioramas in school and maybe you've made many box houses in your life -- I have too -- but I always enjoy making a new one, they are a little escape for the mind.. you can create the cozy little world of your imagination. And I know there are some mice out there who need a house - or at least a room, of their own :) This is the first video in our series for building and furnishing a mouse bedroom and I ended up making my box bedroom a little bigger and more complex than my original vision, but I like to make what really sparks me and I like to challenge myself - so I decided to share this process rather than just the "basic box." There is absolutely nothing wrong with the basic box - especially if you add some pretty paint, paper, or fabric to the inside to perk it up - so if that's what you have time for or feel you prefer, that will still make a cozy bedroom. But since I had the idea and like to share my creative experiments with you, I figured this might be interesting to some of you and we'll probably use some of these same ideas to make furniture in a few weeks.I hope you'll enjoy seeing this little cupboard cottage come together and that you'll find inspiration, comfort, and peace spending time with me today. Thank you so much for watching and for supporting my work, and for being part of this kind and creative community - happy making to you!xo Rosannap.s. You can find lots of links that were mentioned in the video below the chapters :) and here is the video for cooked flour paste which is what i use for paper mache paste: youtu.be/VJwBePui6m800:00:00 - Start00:00:33 - welcome and introduction00:02:32 - supply list slide and explanation of materials needed00:05:20 - beginning... preparing the box (and my thoughts on choosing the "right" size00:09:37 - cutting the flaps off the box00:09:52 - making a shelf00:13:29 - making a "frame" for the box front00:17:21 - adding some decorative trim on the top00:20:21 - starting the door... it's a multi-step process :)00:23:13 - cutting the window openings in the door 00:29:26 - working on and adding the decorative moulding or trim00:30:15 - making the fabric hinges for the door and attaching the door00:36:25 - covering the cabinet with paper (just a few minutes of sped-up footage and a few tips)00:40:51 - adding fiberboard details and using tissue paper for paper mache00:46:13 - latch or handle options and how the cabinet came out after drying - and also my experiment with using school glue to get a crackle coat on the back of the box00:50:54 - painting the undercoat00:52:58 - adding the school glue coat (this will create a crackle finish)00:57:20 - putting on the topcoat01:00:57 - how the crackle finish came out, tips on getting a good crackle finish01:02:17 - disclaimer about my "folky" decorative painting (you can find lots of better videos and helps linked in my blog post)01:04:20 - painting some folky designs on the door01:11:31 - a last word about painting - to encourage you!01:15:19 - putting on the latch thingamajig 01:17:12 - conclusion #folkart #craftwithme #cardboardcraft sign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listhere is the accompanying BLOG POST with lots of resources for painting folk flowers: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2025/4/2/dwell-in-possibility-lets-make-a-cabinet-cottage-for-a-mousethis is a very quick, but lovely tutorial showing how to paint a folk flower with acrylic paints - an excellent artist and channel: youtu.be/F3zygGMovXQ?si=6f8XVGid-K5U7FTTJAZPER STARDUST shop (for watercolors and gouache): etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?Pony pull cart video : youtu.be/jrKWngLxf8Q?si=QgsB9z3caBEZLjDbcornstarch paste video: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDE?si=ue80A7U0lsugI9Eamusic by Epidemic Sound
learn to make a vintage-style sheep from cotton, foil, and paper #craftwithme #artshort #sheeplove Rosanna makes 2025-03-22 | ...
baaaad art happens - keep going :) how to make putz-style sheep: a beginner spun cotton project Rosanna makes 2025-03-22 | Happy spring to all the northern hemisphere folks - and I hope wherever you are in the world, the sun is shining on you.Many of you will be shocked that I have not managed to produce the first video in what I planned as an upcoming series to create a bedroom for a cotton mouse - I know, it is so out of character for me to promise more than I can deliver haha.Instead, I decided to make the video I felt able to make - and one which I hope a lot of you might enjoy or be inspired by - for a long time I've looked for a vintage putz-style sheep in an antique shop but so far I've never run across one - and so yesterday I decided I would just see what happened if I tried to make one, or my version of one. As usual, I struggled to keep things as short as I wanted and have not managed to edit out quite as much as I hoped I could without making it incoherent - or at least I hope I haven't made it incoherent but sometimes when I film and edit close together, I remember saying things on camera that I don't always include in the video but think I have. So I hope I've done this subject justice because putz sheep are a classic and I really hope a lot of people will want to try to make one :)Thanks so much for your kind words on the last video - I plan to do another happy mail video next time - or maybe I'll put up a post and folks can reply to that. I appreciate all your support and encouragement and I'm so thankful for this community of creative people. Happy making!xo Rosanna00:00 - intro03:50 - supply list slide and starting the sheep form08:56 - covering the head with tissue paper and cornstarch12:29 - covering the body with cotton fiber (but you can skip this step if you have quilt batting)16:20 - putting on the cotton quilt batting for the "wool coat"20:50 - adding ears and a tail using quilt batting (you could use paper or fabric)24:06 - adding some acrylic paint to the legs and face.. but this is optional25:30 - putting on a light coffee wash to age the cotton28:04 - painting the face details and feet29:18 - little sheep is finished29:39 - the next morning... sharing the three sheep I made after the first one and sharing what I did differently32:10 - making a VERY simple cart from cardboard and fabric and buttons34:48 - using hot glue to attach the button wheels36:39 - adding "collars"37:31 - conclusion#arttutorials #craftwithme #putz sheepsign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listmy website: sweethavensanctuary.orgthe "dark ox" brown from JAZPER STARDUST: etsy.com/listing/1558124562/new-ox-dark-artisanal-handmade?ref=shop_home_active_32&logging_key=614a10353e814bfa537b2313d4f6aa47bf5f7714%3A1558124562ferris red gouache from JAZPER STARDUST: etsy.com/listing/1380172078/new-color-exclusive-ferris-red-gouache?ga_search_query=ferris&ref=shop_items_search_1&logging_key=c17aa2438fe2b562ea692d7807684d076804a399%3A1380172078Amity Bloom's channel: youtube.com/channel/UCUCbfEvNL78z31TRHd9puxAPony pull cart video : youtu.be/jrKWngLxf8Q?si=QgsB9z3caBEZLjDbcornstarch paste video: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDE?si=ue80A7U0lsugI9EaAll music by Epidemic Sound
playing with paper - lets make a (vintage) paper collage/paper mache curiosity cabinet Rosanna makes 2025-03-15 | Hello everyone, This one is for all you vintage paper lovers, collectors, and fanatics - which definitely includes me, my hand is waving :) ... this is such a good way to put your stash to use :)***Throughout this video, I refer to what I'm doing as "paper mache" - or at least I'm doing what I've always referred to as paper mache, but after I uploaded this video I happened to google paper mache to see what would come up (as you do haha) - and reading the AI generated definition, I realized that I don't really do "papier-mache" so much as paper COLLAGE... because I leave my pieces of paper quite big, rather than using a pulp..... so here I am posting a video about something that I guess I've never really done "for real" and don't know the first thing about - so I hope you'll still enjoy it and forgive my ignorance because I feel a little sheepish about it now!I might try something closer to "real" paper mache in the future - or even as part of our upcoming series that I mention in the video - I loved making this curiosity cabinet and it gave me an idea for a series of make-alongs where we make another paper and cardboard cabinet and decorate it like a room for a mouse - I'm giving you the choice between making a bedroom with furniture and toys or a toy shop - so leave a comment here or look for a poll in my community tab :)I hope you'll be inspired to make your own cabinet or shadow box and use up any ephemera you've been saving for scrapbooking or just because you couldn't bear to let some beautiful old paper be thrown away/recycled.Thanks so much for your support and encouragement, and happy making to you!Rosanna00:00:00 - Start00:00:47 - introduction00:04:02 - first digression about my love for vintage papers00:07:31 - supply list slide and discussion of materials00:09:27 - a preview of the ephemera I share at the end of the video00:10:02 - the dimensions of the box I'm using and how to make doors00:12:19 - attaching one door with a "fabric hinge"00:13:49 - adding a "facade" or decorative trim on top00:16:07 - covering the box with paper00:22:27 - do as I say, not as I do :)00:23:56 - adding more paper and talking about my idea for a series of videos00:29:58 - a word about drying/cardboard warping as it dries00:31:53 - looking for "special bits" and decorative pieces of paper00:36:14 - placing the special pieces :)00:41:44 - after the cabinet dried overnight - removing a part I want to change, and making some "repairs" to a door00:49:18 - the "curiosities" I'm putting in my paper and cardboard cabinet and conclusion00:53:07 - the extra segment where I look through a pile of Hilda's ephemera#frugalliving #craftwithme #scrapbookingideas sign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listmy website: sweethavensanctuary.orgmy shop: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopAll music in this video provided by Epidemic Sound
the watercolor palette you ask about: supporting a small, handmade business (and leaving instagram) Rosanna makes 2025-02-27 | Hello creative friends,I've had so many questions about my blue tin of watercolors since I started using it last summer, and although I have been linking Jazper Stardust in most videos where they appear, many of you want to know exactly what colors I have and like best, so here are my favorites and some new colors I just ordered a few weeks ago. It's an absolute pleasure to use these handmade, mineral-pigmented watercolors -- but I haven't ever had paints this nice before the original palette was gifted to me last summer by a dear and generous friend. I don't think you have to invest a lot of money in art supplies to make beautiful things and if you don't have the money or prefer not to spend much money on art and craft supplies, I understand and support that! I'm trying to return to a mindset of much more conscious consumerism than what I've practiced the last several years. The watercolors I've been using for ten years and more were purchased as an economy set and they've served me well and I continue to use them regularly and in conjunction with my new, "fancy" paints. I think there's a place for all kinds of materials in making.. I've painted on scraps of paper and fabric and mail for years because using "expensive" watercolor paper can stress me out :) so do what you're able and what makes sense to you. If you have interest in investing in some of Jazper Stardust's beautiful pigments and supporting his small business, you can find the collection of more than 200 colors here: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?I've tacked on a note at the end of this video, to let you know I'm leaving Instagram. Some of you have followed me there, so I thought this would be one way to let you know I won't be there anymore and to give at least a partial explanation. There's a lot involved. But I've felt it coming for a long time and I think the time was right to let it go. I plan to be here as regularly as I can be, and will write to you in my monthly newsletter and sometimes on the blog.. . If you've followed and supported me there, or if we became friends through instagram, please know this hasn't been an easy decision. I will miss you. Thank you for being my insta friends - we shared many lovely things and times together and you inspired and encouraged me in so many ways. I wish there was more of me to go around, but I'm just in that time of life where all the demands don't fit into one day - I'll be in a different place in 10 or 20 years I'm sure, and then maybe I'll find some of you again on whatever platform we're using then. It's a time of upheaval - so I wish you all moments of peace and joy and clarity and I thank you for being part of this community of creative kindred spirits. xo, Rosannasign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listmy website: sweethavensanctuary.orgthe "dark ox" brown: etsy.com/listing/1558124562/new-ox-dark-artisanal-handmade?ref=shop_home_active_32&logging_key=614a10353e814bfa537b2313d4f6aa47bf5f7714%3A1558124562aqua: etsy.com/listing/728294449/new-cobalt-aqua-jazper-stardust-handmade?ga_search_query=aqua&ref=shop_items_search_1&logging_key=eb9a7d467b2a7fe19390164ce00d0f0aa8358797%3A728294449ferris red gouache: etsy.com/listing/1380172078/new-color-exclusive-ferris-red-gouache?ga_search_query=ferris&ref=shop_items_search_1&logging_key=c17aa2438fe2b562ea692d7807684d076804a399%3A1380172078
no fancy art supplies needed: make something beautiful from household items : a spun cotton tutorial Rosanna makes 2025-02-08 | Hello creative friends,I've had a hard time "showing up" here after a month of really struggling with depression and anxiety, and then grief over losing my oldest and sweetest kitty, Bibi -- but I did manage to turn the camera on this week and after a bumpy start to filming, managed to get into the swing of things and ended up really having a fun time crafting these sweet radish ornaments and "visiting" with all of you. I want to make sure I'm staying true to my original intention when I started this channel five years ago - to make art and the act of creating accessible - and to emphasize that you don't need to buy a bunch of expensive supplies to make art - and also that we can re-use and repurpose things so that our creation process isn't so "consumptive" and wasteful.If you've been struggling, please know you're not alone and this is a supportive community of kind and kindred spirits. I appreciate the way you all share your experiences, advice, and encouragement in the comments - not just for me, but for one another - and I hope we can continue to be a sympathetic and nurturing group of creatives (even as this channel grows exponentially larger than I ever could have imagined).Thank you for being here - and happy making to you! xo, Rosanna00:00:00 - intro00:00:48 - a preamble ... and catching up 00:06:23 - supply slide - pause to see what materials are needed for this project00:06:29 - discussing different types of cotton fiber that can be used00:10:45 - starting a cotton ball radish00:18:57 - sculpting a radish from a make-up pad00:22:56 - sculpting a radish from vintage batting (using no foil)00:26:33 - sculpting a radish from cotton quilt batting00:31:02 - talking about options for "tops"00:35:46 - making a "top" or leaf out of quilt batting (you can do the same thing with fabric or paper)00:41:27 - how I made my beetroot dye00:42:16 - dipping the cotton radishes in the beet dye and painting with watercolor00:49:30 - instructions for drying00:51:10 - making leaves from a paper towel00:52:39 - looking at the beet-dyed radishes and dipping them again00:53:52 - making a radish gift tag00:55:27 - looking at our dried radish roots and putting on the leaf tops01:03:14 - coating with another layer of cornstarch paste01:06:41 - a quick idea for a spun cotton gift tag :)01:08:21 - how the radish crop turned out and - comparison of materials, and conclusion#arttutorials #artforeveryone #craftwithme CORNSTARCH PASTE video: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDEsign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind my SPUN COTTON STARTER KIT here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/p/spun-cotton-starter-supply-kit-my-favorite-materialsthe cotton batting I use today is made my Pellon, and is called "Wrap 'N Zap" - you can find it lots of places but you will probably get a better price at a physical store than online"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1JAZPER STARDUST WATERCOLORS : etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?organic cotton sliver: woolery.com/organic-cotton-sliver.htmlorganic cotton punis: cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?_pos=1&_sid=cfbd84c5e&_ss=r&variant=39490555281591uncoated wire: amazon.com/gp/product/B07HM2NYQM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1all music by EPIDEMIC SOUND
making cardboard pull cart toys: getting the creative wheels turning with a recycled craft Rosanna makes 2025-01-11 | Hello everyone, happy new year!I've been having a rather slow start to the year, or I should say I've been keeping busy but that hasn't been translating into work output that you all can see (yet) :) I've been allowing myself a little more time to work at some ideas I had last year and didn't have time to flesh out - but I want to be here with you all regularly so I decided I would just bring you a chatty craft with me video so you can see a little of what I'm doing and also get some ideas for things you might want to make.We'll make the cardboard carts together - this is probably the simplest cart style I make, so it's just a starting point - but I think it will get your creative wheels turning and you'll want to make many more carts after you make your first :)I didn't make a supply section or slide this time because I think that gets a little old and there are just a few materials needed for a cardboard cart: cardboard and/or pressed fiberboardpaper if you don't have fiberboard (fiberboard is like the thinner cardboard used for bakery boxes, other food packaging, or other product packaging or backs of notebooks..)glue - hot glue, craft glue, school glue - your choicepaint - acrylic, watercolor, gouache OR markers or colored pencilswire for the wheel axles OR toothpicksa large-eyed needle to punch holes for wireoptional: buttons for wheels, bits of fabric, string for the "pull" of the pull cart, beads to help keep the wheels on..I hope you're all doing well and as always, I hope this video gives you inspiration or encouragement or just keeps you company ... thank you so much for being here and for your kindness, feedback, and support. Wishing you a beautiful and creative and PLAYFUL year of creating - happy making to you!xo RosannaTHE VIDEO TO MAKE CORNSTARCH PASTE: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDE00:00:00 - Start00:00:43 - introduction... a bit of a ramble haha00:06:10 - adding a cotton layer to the pony I'm working on00:15:11 - working on a paper clay pony, adding the tail00:19:59 - describing how I made the mane and talking about the "crackle medium"00:21:59 - painting the undercoat color on the clay pony and painting the spots on the cotton pony (music only)00:24:51 - starting the cardboard cart (or fiberboard, or paper..)00:40:46 - attaching the wheels00:44:35 - another slightly different, but faster way to make a cart - using corrugated cardboard - and a clever way to attach the wheel axle (music only)00:47:00 - an alternative for wheels (besides fiberboard or buttons)00:48:12 - bending the wire into loops to hold on the wheels00:52:05 - adding the topcoat of paint over the crackle medium to our clay pony00:54:24 - painting the cart 00:59:24 - making the cart look aged01:03:17 - adding some painted flowers to the cart01:10:17 - conclusion#miniatures #cardboardcraft #craftwithme follow my art on I N S T A G R A M and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my N E W S L E T T E R here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind my SPUN COTTON STARTER KIT here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/p/spun-cotton-starter-supply-kit-my-favorite-materials"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1JAZPER STARDUST WATERCOLORS : etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?cotton quilt batting: amazon.com/dp/B0BWQQ5WR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1uncoated wire: amazon.com/gp/product/B07HM2NYQM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=126 gauge paper-covered wire: amazon.com/dp/B09MW261PT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1all music by EPIDEMIC SOUND
holiday greetings from the animals Rosanna makes 2024-12-24 | Hello creative friends, Just a short and gentle hello from the animals here - I didn't manage to include them in any of the holiday make-alongs and I was waiting for our first snow to do a video but that hasn't happened yet, so we're all sending greetings to you and wishing you comfort and joy in this season and beauty and peace in the new year.Thank you for your support, kindness, and encouragement ❤️xo Rosanna and the animals
learn to make spun cotton gingerbread house miniatures - easy recycled holiday craft and gift Rosanna makes 2024-12-13 | Hello everyone, I don't know if I'll get a real gingerbread house made this year but I'm happy I made a few of these mini versions - they're simple and quick and made from recycled and household materials. They would be perfect for dolls and dollhouses or any miniature setting or they could be added to a cotton sculpted mouse or bird or you could make a tiny gingerbread village. They're also lovely for a gift topper.If you have some spicy essential oils like cinnamon or clove, I recommend adding a few drops to your cornstarch mix or your glue mix, it will add to the festive atmosphere as you create and make the ornament smell good - at least for a while :)you can find the starch video here: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDEHope you're having a lovely holiday season and making some good things and good memories. Thanks for all your support and kindness this past year.Wishing you happy making!xoRosanna00:00 - Start00:44 - introduction03:06 - supplies06:41 - supply slide06:53 - making the foil shape07:51 - adding tape if needed08:28 - cutting out the cardboard (or fiberboard or thick paper) for walls and roof and gluing on11:50 - options for the roof and applying the starch and cotton fiber (you can use glue mix in place of starch - if you're using school glue, it's one part glue to four parts water)14:22 - discussing drying 17:02 - beginning to paint - demonstrating with coffee and watercolor (I recommend painting dry rather than while the fiber is wet)20:26 - painting detail with white acrylic paint (I recommend watering it down to make it more liquid)25:18 - looking at the coffee painted house I painted while wet (so you can see how coffee looks and how it can bleed into the roof if painted wet)26:46 - painting white details on a few more houses29:06 - adding a chimney31:27 - painting the brown part while fibers are dry 32:22 - addressing the lady bug in the room :) ( a discussion about bugs and starch)33:57 - painting the rooves with starch and adding mica flakes36:30 - conclusion40:30 - a few final musings....#craftwithme #arttutorials #miniatures find the cotton swan class here: sweethavensanctuary.org/swan-classfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind the "heirloom ornament supply kit" and spun cotton starter supply kits here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopWatercolors: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?ref=cart_shop_name_click&cart_id=10816174326"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1cotton quilt batting: amazon.com/dp/B0BWQQ5WR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1mica flakes: amazon.com/dp/B01JF3XN2E?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1All music by Epidemic Sound
tiny makes to help with anxiety and busy holidays: mini vintage-style cotton Christmas ornaments Rosanna makes 2024-11-25 | Hello everyone, I've been pushing very hard to get projects and work done in time for the holiday season and this past week has been a very high-anxiety one for me -- multiple panic attacks and a myriad of symptoms associated with them that have really challenged me -- but I'm still standing and really wanted to get this miniature-making video out to you because I DO find that making things helps my stress and anxiety and I hear from you that it does for you, too -- and you also have lots of other really good suggestions for coping when anxiety strikes - so let's be anxious and make tiny things together haha, and maybe by the end of it, we'll feel a little better.The Christmas pudding, or plum pudding as we call it in our family, is much-anticipated treat and I love these tiny cotton versions. The tiny packages are very simple but also very rewarding, they are an instant little shot of happy and a super way to use up pretty bits of fabric and paper you've saved. And the tiny houses I show probably don't get quite enough time in this tutorial but I hope you see enough to try making a few yourself - I was thinking of my Aunt Lesa as I made the gingerbread version, who used to make the most elaborate gingerbread houses.. missing her and my grandma lots especially at this season.One other wonderful thing about these little miniatures is that they all reuse materials, small bits of them yes, but they're ways to recycle all the same and that's a nice bonus.I did make a printable file for the miniature wrapping papers and you can find that here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/printable-file-miniature-vintage-wrapping-papers-for-tiny-packages-for-dollhouses-and-ornamentsI'm using the cornstarch paste I shared last week for these cotton makes, which you can find here: youtu.be/ZTDzHoPGXDEIf you missed the vintage ornament video that this one is a companion to, you can find that here: youtu.be/3iGOwSudWugI hope you'll enjoy watching, listening, or making along with me, and that you'll make some tiny things that bring you comfort and joy. Thanks so much for supporting my work and the channel and happy making to you!xo, Rosanna(find supplies linked below the chapters)00:00:00 - Start00:00:37 - introduction00:04:00 - explanation of supplies00:10:40 - supply slide (so you can skip ahead and pause the slide)00:11:13 - beginning the Christmas pudding with foil, covering with cotton and starch paste00:16:20 - painting the pudding 00:18:14 - a note about drying00:18:49 - making tiny holly berries (from cotton and red acrylic paint)00:22:28 - making leaves from crepe paper (you can use regular paper)00:24:23 - making the glaze or sauce from batting or fabric00:27:02 - attaching the fabric "sauce" with cornstarch paste00:30:14 - making the "platter" for the pudding from pressed cardboard and metallic craft paint00:32:15 - putting in the wire hanger00:33:52 - gluing on the holly berries and leaves00:36:07 - making little packages00:40:54 - wrapping the cardboard presents00:43:14 - tying up the packages with embroidery thread and twine00:43:50 - making a flower from ribbon00:46:04 - starting the tiny house with foil and cardboard00:50:29 - discussing different ways to make the houses00:52:39 - covering with cotton and cornstarch mix00:54:45 - painting the house00:55:22 - adding details to the house00:56:04 - putting on the mica flakes00:56:35 - making a vintage-style ornament wreath shape from metallic pipe cleaners00:58:52 - conclusion, how to decide where to put your ornament hanger, how everything turned out or can be used with the larger ornaments01:03:26 - a few holiday memories of my Aunt Lesa#arttherapy #miniatures #craftwithme follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind the "heirloom ornament supply kit" here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/heirloom-holiday-ornament-supply-kit-and-video-tutorialslimited copies of the Two Odd Ducks story book here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/two-odd-ducks-a-little-holiday-make-along-bookWatercolors: etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?ref=cart_shop_name_click&cart_id=10816174326"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1cotton quilt batting: amazon.com/dp/B0BWQQ5WR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1mica powder: amazon.com/gp/product/B098BJGD3H/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_5?smid=A3D8V2NBV6SDTD&th=1mica flakes: amazon.com/dp/B01JF3XN2E?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=126 gauge paper-covered wire: amazon.com/dp/B09MW261PT?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1music by Epidemic Sound
This gloop is magic for spun cotton ✨️ learn to make old-fashioned starch mix for cotton ornaments Rosanna makes 2024-11-19 | Hello everyone,Today's video is very quick - I wanted you all to have a chance to make this amazing corn or potato starch mix before I post the ornament make-alongs later this week - and let's be very honest, the other videos are long enough on their own, without adding this little segment of cooking the starch (Haha, grimace) I really do think this starch is worth the time (which is minimal) - I have had so much fun working with it and I promise for those of you who struggle getting sticky with the glue and cotton, this will solve that problem for you! yay! so please do give it a try. I'll be back very soon with the holiday ornament make-alongs and in the meantime I wish you happy cooking!xo, Rosanna#craftwithme #diycrafts #cottoncraft to make the starch mix:- mix one tablespoon of cornstarch (corn flour) or potato starch (tapioca starch might also work but I haven't tried it) with one tablespoon water- bring one cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan- reduce heat and leave water at a simmer- add one spoonful of starch mix at a time, stirring until clear and dissolved - do this with all the starch mix, the mixture should be the thickness of egg whites- remove from heat and let cool, put in jar or other container and keep refrigerated between usesfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listsweethavensanctuary.orgMusic by Epidemic Sound
chatty art vlog. fun things, scary things, holiday things in the works.. nurture your creativity Rosanna makes 2024-11-07 | Hello creative friends,November is a funny old month anyway, even more so this year. It's hard to know where to put your attention and it can be hard to adjust to the quickly-shortening days.. but I do find that on these darker and sometimes rainy days, it helps me to take 20 minutes or an hour if I have it, to escape into my imagination.. and paint something small and sweet, something I remember or I'd like to have happened.. you can do this with a pencil or paintbrush but you can also do it in words or in cotton or clay or with needle and thread, flour and sugar, or even a bag of flower bulbs... I know creative pursuits can feel indulgent at times-- when we're busy, or when 'more serious things" are going on -- but I find a little bit of time to let my mind and hands be free does my heart a lot of good and helps me meet challenges with more resilience. I'll be working on our holiday make-along and hope that will bring some COMFORT and JOY to many of you when it's done :) Fingers crossed there will be a little book to go along with it, although on this day, I'm feeling a little unsure of whether it will arrive in time. Oh well, as I talk about in the video, I took a swing at it and I feel good about giving it a try. Thank you so much for your kindness and support and happy making to you - xo, Rosanna#arttherapy #picturebooks #storyteller follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listthe video I mentioned, of things we saved from an old house: youtu.be/deJ_ZBxujy0Music by Epidemic Sound
Learn to make cotton pumpkin ornaments - an easy vintage spun cotton fall craft + gift Rosanna makes 2024-10-09 | Hello everyone,Today my daughter Nettie is joining me once again and we'll be making pixie pumpkins - a very simple and fun beginner-level project if you're new to spun cotton and even if you have some experience, everyone needs a handful of mini, sparkly (possibly pink) pumpkins :) It's a really fun little make.Please do check out the video chapters and feel free to jump around as we demonstrate a few different ways to make mini spun cotton pumpkins and then I end up making a place card holder for the last 20 or so minutes of the video because that's the creative turn this make-along took and I'm glad it did :) You can find an coordinating blog post to make a pumpkin place card holder here, in case you'd benefit from some still photos and written instructions :) sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/10/7/pixie-pumpkinsAnd the digital download for these gingham printable place cards or tags can be found here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/-digital-download-vintage-style-gingham-place-cards-or-labelsall the links for supplies are below the chaptersHope you enjoy watching, listening, or making along - thanks so much for your support, comments, likes, shares, and especially to those of you who subscribe to the channel! I appreciate each of you and wish you happy making!xo,Rosanna00:00:00 - intro00:00:51 - welcome00:01:05 - supply list slide (pause and read it and then you can skip the lengthy description)00:01:11 - going over supplies/materials00:06:16 - getting started with a cotton ball pumpkin and wire stem - making the foil base and first layer of cotton00:13:09 - adding the pumpkin "ribs" 00:20:54 - painting (with watercolor)00:28:12 - talking about how to dry things - options, time, oven temps etc.00:29:53 - making a pumpkin without wire and using cotton quilt batting00:39:27 - options for finishing - mod podge, mica dust and flakes00:47:14 - PART 2 - starting a pumpkin party favor/place card holder using a rock and wire and foil00:50:14 - attaching the quilt batting strips with hot glue00:51:57 - coating with a layer of cotton fiber and glue wash00:55:49 - painting the pumpkin (pink!) and adding mica dust00:59:21 - conclusion and summary - comparing the pumpkins made with different materials and a few final suggestions 01:03:52 - a visit with the sanctuary animals :)#pumpkincraft #craftwithme #arttutorial #longformcontent follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind my spun cotton starter supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/spun-cotton-starter-supply-kit-my-favorite-materialscotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.html"organic" cotton fiber from amazon: amazon.com/dp/B08TX269W6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1cotton quilt batting: amazon.com/dp/B0BWQQ5WR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1mica powder: amazon.com/gp/product/B098BJGD3H/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_5?smid=A3D8V2NBV6SDTD&th=1mica flakes: amazon.com/dp/B01JF3XN2E?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1music by Ofelia Moore for Epidemic Sound
lets chat ☕️ - turning 40, hormones/anxiety and Grandmas secret for the best chocolate frosting Rosanna makes 2024-09-11 | Hello everyone!Today I just have a quick vlog style video - some of you have asked that I try to put out videos more often and I thought I'd try this format to see if I could shoot and edit something together that doesn't take days and days of my time - I know we can start to think of the people we subscribe to here on YouTube as friends and so it's nice to hear from them every few weeks or so - I'm honored so many of you enjoy these videos and think of me as a friend and I enjoy getting to know you in the comments :) If this is a format that some of you enjoy, I will continue to make them occasionally as it did take less time than my traditional make-alongs and I think I would get faster as I go. But I still intend to put out more of a "class" every month or two whenever that's possible. Please let me know what you think and if you have ideas or suggestions for things you'd like to see as this channel is for YOU!If you're interested sales of my spun cotton art, the best way to know when things are available is by signing up for my newsletter and/or following me on Instagram (links below) I've set the date for this sale of mice for Tuesday the 17th of September, 2024, things will go live in the shop at 1:00 PM Central standard time.Thank you so much for your kindness and support and happy making to you - xo, Rosannafollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listthe video I mentioned, of things we saved from an old house: youtu.be/deJ_ZBxujy0find my spun cotton starter supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopcotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlorganic punis fiber: cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?variant=39490555281591find all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousechenille pipe cleaners: amazon.com/Bundles-Zen-Pipe-Cleaners-Count/dp/B015YVS75Y?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B015YVS75Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_3_tpaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tall music by Epidemic Sound
one last mouse make-along for spun cotton beginners and those who fear failure (long-form tutorial) Rosanna makes 2024-08-25 | Hello everyone, I know we've made mice and made mice and made yet more mice haha but I heard from enough of you who struggled with the cotton wrapping method that I decided to go back to my spun cotton basics and share a different and I hope, easier way to begin the armature and give you more success with shaping a little mouse. This is the last spun cotton mouse make-along and it's especially for those of you who have tried and been discouraged or disappointed with the results of your sticky labors :) Or for those of you who avoid trying new things because you have a fear of failure or your expectations tend to be too high. I SEE YOU! :)My first spun cotton creation was a bit of a mess by almost any standards but I kept going because I really wanted to figure out this new medium - and my second make was much less blobby than this first little guy which I share today, and things improved fairly quickly from there - so don't let your first attempts at something prevent you from continuing on - those first efforts aren't always the best indicator of where we can go or what our capacity might be. You just have to think about trying any new thing the same way you would exercise - everything requires different muscles and skills and most things can be built up and improved on over time. I'm hoping to share some make-alongs for accessories and houses coming up - leave your suggestions and ideas in the comments!Thank you so much for your kindness and support and happy making to you - xo, Rosanna00:00 - introduction02:26 - sharing about my first spun cotton creation 04:36 - supplies07:40 - supply list slide07:50 - making the armature with wire, foil, and tape15:38 - how to make ears with tape17:08 - beginning to add cotton layers on the body and head26:37 - drying the first layer of cotton (instructions on drying)29:38 - adding bead eyes and fabric ears38:11 - wrapping the legs with cotton and adding the second (and for me, final) layer of cotton -- no talking, just music45:53 - covering the fabric ears with cotton and shaping the ears (optional or your preference)47:01 - wrapping the tail and adding final bits of cotton and smoothing everything out50:32 - adding/sculpting definition for the nose and mouth51:04 - another drying interlude - you can dry fully or partially before painting51:45 - painting (I'm painting while damp)1:00:38 - painting on the mouth details1:02:53 - making a (tiny, fabric, IMPERFECT) party hat :)1:06:57 - making a "pom-pom" ball from cotton1:08:31 - conclusion (celebration of STARTING Something NEW, all our efforts, always imperfect but still valuable)#diycraft #arttutorials #craftwithme #rosannamakesfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind my spun cotton starter supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopcotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlorganic punis fiber: cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?variant=39490555281591find all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousechenille pipe cleaners: amazon.com/Bundles-Zen-Pipe-Cleaners-Count/dp/B015YVS75Y?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B015YVS75Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_3_tpaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tblack beads: amazon.com/1200Pcs-Spacer-Smooth-Bracelet-Jewelry/dp/B09QKRJS7B?pd_rd_w=eaJL6&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=4A40V4HKTSBBP4K4TGSN&pd_rd_wg=gXQLZ&pd_rd_r=44f4169e-b954-4beb-8732-a8b20a20f452&pd_rd_i=B09QKRJS7B&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_1_t&th=1all music by Epidemic Sound
lets make strawberry sewing pins from cotton balls! #easycrafts #diyideas #cutecrafts #flosstube Rosanna makes 2024-07-20 | the full length tutorial is linked - a great beginner spun cotton project and perfect for gifting to other crafters ☺️
tiny strawberry sewing pins: the perfect DIY gift for crafters and easy beginner spun cotton project Rosanna makes 2024-07-19 | Hello everyone!I had the idea for these strawberry pins about a month ago and I really wanted to share with all of you before summer was out because I think a lot of you are like me and you're probably always on the lookout for unique handmade gift ideas that aren't tacky and super time-consuming. These sweet little strawberry pins are the perfect gift for almost anyone who enjoys crafting or sewing - and even for a lot of folks who don't do those things -these could be enjoyed by people who collect vintage items or by all the strawberry collectors out there (and I know quite a few!) This is the simplest, fastest, and easiest spun cotton make I've shared so far - very doable for older children who can be trusted with a straight pin :) and so quick to come together that you can make a nice little batch of them in an afternoon. You can find a photo blog tutorial for these pins here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/7/18/quick-and-easy-spun-cotton-strawberry-sewing-pinsI've added chapters and hope they will soon "appear" - not sure what is going on with them but they aren't visible at the time of posting this video but below are the time stamps00:00 - Start00:28 - intro02:07 - supplies needed04:50 - supply list slide (pause to view)04:55 - getting started - wrapping the pin with foil06:20 - applying the cotton09:16 - answering some questions about drying spun cotton pieces10:46 - painting the red part of the berry12:30 - making the fabric tops or leaves16:48 - painting the seeds19:11 - Nettie adding seeds and talking about sealants21:01 - attaching tops and adding stems25:39 - adding Mod Podge sealant27:28 - ideas for gifting these strawberry pins30:58 - final wordsThere is nothing groundbreaking in the method for making these strawberries - I share this tutorial mostly because I had never thought to embellish a straight pin this way and they really are so easy to do and turn out so cute that I wanted to encourage the rest of you to give it a try - you wouldn't have to do strawberries, I think pumpkins would be cute for fall.. and of course I'm thinking about trying hens soon, haha :) I hope this gives you lots of ideas and inspiration and I hope many of you will have a little patch of strawberries popping up on your pin cushion or might gift some to friends. Who doesn't need some tiny strawberries in their life??Please leave comments and questions below (and if you have criticisms please present them courteously)Many thanks for watching, liking, and subscribing!Happy making!xo, Rosannamy website: sweethavensanctuary.orgfind the spun cotton supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==all music by Epidemic Sound
quick and simple clothes for mouse dolls or miniatures 🐭 easy no-sew and minimal sewing outfits Rosanna makes 2024-07-07 | Hello everyone,Today I'm sharing how to make four different quick and easy outfits for spun cotton mice or other small dolls or miniatures. Two of these outfits are no-sew and the other two I use one running stitch - so very minimal sewing and those could be done without the stitching, I just think it's easy to do and looks a little better. As in some other of my make-alongs, a hot-glue gun is invaluable but not strictly necessary :) The video looks long but it's divided into chapters below so if you only want to watch one section for a particular mouse, you can easily do that. 00:00 - Start00:29 - Introduction02:46 - materials needed05:53 - materials/supply list 05:58 - Mouse one - making the pink gingham "romper" dress17:22 - mouse two - making the little white pinafore dress25:26 - mouse three - making the flower print "tea dress" or party dress34:01 - adding trim and ribbon to the party dress (no talking)36:07 - mouse four - starting the vest and a thank you38:10 - making the vest or waistcoat42:39 - gluing on the vest (no talking)43:32 - making the bow tie (no talking)46:42 - conclusion48:58 - postscript - showing the dress made from plain cotton muslin and painted and revealing my mouse movie set :)As always, I welcome your well-intentioned comments and constructive criticisms as well as suggestions or questions! I have had numerous questions about whether I sell my spun cotton figures - I do, occasionally, and there will be a mouse sale coming up in late July or August 2024. The best way to stay updated about that is through instagram or my email newsletter, both of which are linked below. Thank you so much for your kindness and support and happy making to you - xo,Rosannafollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! I hope to share some of your photos in upcoming make-along videos so please send them my way!instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listlearn to make a spun cotton mouse with this tutorial : youtu.be/7Jw60jMA-E0an easier beginner spun cotton tutorial for spun cotton hens: youtu.be/fKPNFu_mb4kfind my spun cotton starter supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopcotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlorganic punis fiber: cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?variant=39490555281591find all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousechenille pipe cleaners: amazon.com/Bundles-Zen-Pipe-Cleaners-Count/dp/B015YVS75Y?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B015YVS75Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_3_tpaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tblack beads: amazon.com/1200Pcs-Spacer-Smooth-Bracelet-Jewelry/dp/B09QKRJS7B?pd_rd_w=eaJL6&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=4A40V4HKTSBBP4K4TGSN&pd_rd_wg=gXQLZ&pd_rd_r=44f4169e-b954-4beb-8732-a8b20a20f452&pd_rd_i=B09QKRJS7B&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_1_t&th=1all music by Epidemic Sound
lets make little mouse characters while I have an anxiety attack - a calming craft & chat art vlog Rosanna makes 2024-06-19 | Hello everyone, Today's make-along is a little different and is definitely NOT going to be for everyone - this is long form in extreme haha :) and I filmed it and kept it long this way because I think it's a good form for specific times or needs, such as when you are having an anxiety attach like I am in this video, or when you're needing company or wishing you could have a cup of tea with a friend.. or maybe you just want something on in the background while you garden or craft or do any kind of work. I don't consider this a tutorial, although you can certainly learn some things about spun cotton and perhaps see some new techniques. This is a process video that is intended to inspire your own original creative projects and efforts and it might even be enjoyable to some folks who will never try spun cotton at all but just enjoy watching or listening to someone make things. If you're looking for a quicker, easier way to dress your little figures, I am working on a MUCH shorter video where we make very simple garments from several different materials and I hope to release that in the next few weeks. As always, I welcome your well-intentioned comments and constructive criticisms as well as suggestions or questions.Thank you so much for your kindness and support - Happy making to you - xo,Rosanna#anxietyrelief #craftwithme #rosannamakesthe make a spun cotton mouse tutorial : youtu.be/7Jw60jMA-E0the make a spun cotton hen tutorial: youtu.be/fKPNFu_mb4kfind my spun cotton starter supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopcotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlorganic punis fiber: cottonclouds.com/products/organic-cotton-puni-packs?variant=39490555281591follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listfind all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousechenille pipe cleaners: amazon.com/Bundles-Zen-Pipe-Cleaners-Count/dp/B015YVS75Y?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B015YVS75Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_3_tpaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tblack beads: amazon.com/1200Pcs-Spacer-Smooth-Bracelet-Jewelry/dp/B09QKRJS7B?pd_rd_w=eaJL6&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=4A40V4HKTSBBP4K4TGSN&pd_rd_wg=gXQLZ&pd_rd_r=44f4169e-b954-4beb-8732-a8b20a20f452&pd_rd_i=B09QKRJS7B&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_1_t&th=1all music by Epidemic Sound
a sentimental chat 💙 what I look for at yard sales to use in my art and upcoming make-alongs Rosanna makes 2024-05-19 | hello lovely people! I am back, not with the video I thought I should make, but with the video I think I needed to make, in order to get going again. It's hopefully a fun and slightly emotional chat about garage sale finds and also my last walk around and through my grandma's farmhouse before it's demolished. I'll be getting to work on more make alongs very soon, thank you for being patient 🥰xo, Rosannaread the accompanying blog post about saying goodbye to the "Home place" here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/5/17/the-home-placefollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==sign up for my monthly newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/0826907f94cc/join-rosannas-mailing-listmusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com/track/trai5hRSkl
Mommy-daughter make-along 🌸 easy spun cotton craft for kids and adults 🌸 spring/Easter art project Rosanna makes 2024-03-20 | Hello everyone and happy spring :)I have a sweet surprise (I hope) today - my daughter Nettie helped me with this make-along - she has become interested in spun cotton the past few months and since she's been home a bit more lately and loves to be in front of the camera, I pulled her in to make the little chick for our ornaments. I thought it might be nice for you to see how a child does with spun cotton as I receive questions about whether it's a good craft for kids... I always say that depends on the child -- just as it depends on the adult :) -- but Nettie really likes it. I think older kids could do the cotton egg shell process if they are patient but I did that part today to save time and potential frustration. We made chicks for our eggs but there's no end to ways to adapt this project -- an instagram friend shared some she made and filled with bunnies she found at The Dollar Tree (they were adorable) - if you have any small easter decorations or figurines/ornaments, you could probably use those inside.. you could fill with a tiny chocolate bunny or jelly beans... If you make a little chick or egg ornament and share, please do tag me @rosannadellart as I like to see what you make!I wish I didn't have to add this, but it's become an issue so please respect what I share here and do not impersonate me or present work that is indistinguishable from mine without attribution. Please leave comments and questions below (and if you have criticisms please present them courteously)Many thanks for watching, liking, and subscribing!Happy making!xo, Rosanna and NettieChapters00:00 intro00:25 welcome00:49 discussion of supplies/materials01:00 visual (typed) supply list01:05 supplies and alternatives (me going on...)04:07 Nettie starts making a cotton chick07:53 adding bead eyes, wings, and beak12:47 second layer of cotton on chick13:21 painting the chick17:46 making the egg ornament22:02 covering a plastic egg with cotton balls25:47 covering an egg with cotton sliver32:33 taking the dry cotton egg forms off the plastic eggs35:10 second layer of cotton on cotton ball egg, closing in the opening38:20 second layer on cotton sliver egg41:08 painting the eggs with Nettie43:18 finished eggs and conclusion45:02 a spring visit with the Sweet Haven sanctuary animal family48:43 a final word :) about the background to today's make-alongfind the spun cotton supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==fabric flower tutorial: youtu.be/3Nrxj36MWfofind all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousepaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tcotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlcotton sliver fiber: woolery.com/white-cotton-sliver.htmlall music by Epidemic Sound"Drops of Rain" - Cody High"My Bonnie lies over the ocean" - The Wamsutters"Moon over Moneglia" - Anna Landstrom
Learn to make a spun cotton mouse - spun cotton art tutorial - make a mouse doll from cotton balls Rosanna makes 2024-02-24 | Hello everyone! I'm so excited to share this very lengthy and I hope very thorough make-along with you! It has been a labor of love... it took so much longer for me to pull all of this together than I originally expected but I feel very happy that I took the time to take photographs and write a blog tutorial and make a little pocket picture book and put together a supply kit because now I think you all have everything you might need to be successful at making a little cotton mouse at your fingertips.You can find the blog photo tutorial here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mouseI hope you have lots of fun trying this out and that you love your sweet little mouse. You can of course use this method to make almost any type of animal but so many people have asked about making a mouse that I wanted to start here. I think mice are fun and sweet and I love that you can make a mouse essentially its actual size and then use it in a dollhouse or other miniature settings. If you make a little mouse and share, please do tag me @rosannadellart as I like to see what you make!I wish I didn't have to add this, but it's become an issue so please respect what I share here and do not impersonate me or present work that is indistinguishable from mine without attribution. Please leave comments and questions below (and if you have criticisms please present them courteously)Many thanks for watching, liking, and subscribing!Happy making!xo, Rosanna00:00:00 - Start00:00:29 - introduction00:02:33 - supplies you'll need00:06:15 - making the wire armature00:11:59 - wrapping the body with cotton00:20:11 - wrapping the legs00:26:50 - wrapping the tail and securing the joints by adding cotton layers00:35:18 - making the ears00:40:27 - drying your mouse/ how to dry or bake it00:40:47 - talking about/showing the difference between cotton balls and "fancy fibers"00:45:33 - adding more layers of cotton/size/details to the mouse00:51:09 - adding bead eyes00:54:46 - finishing the cotton sculpting for the head and face00:59:19 - painting the mouse01:13:15 - painting details, finishing the face01:17:38 - painting eyes 01:22:12 - comparison of two mice and conclusion#diycraft #arttutorials #craftwithme #rosannamakesfind the spun cotton supply kit here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==find all the links for the materials I use in the blogpost here: sweethavensanctuary.org/rosannas-blog/2024/2/24/make-a-spun-cotton-mousechenille pipe cleaners: amazon.com/Bundles-Zen-Pipe-Cleaners-Count/dp/B015YVS75Y?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B015YVS75Y&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_3_tpaper covered wire: amazon.com/Decora-Gauge-Brown-Floral-Package/dp/B010NMXUBA?pd_rd_w=uqO02&content-id=amzn1.sym.80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_p=80b2efcb-1985-4e3a-b8e5-050c8b58b7cf&pf_rd_r=AQ4VAW4PK8PNWEQ9FJVP&pd_rd_wg=FTeUc&pd_rd_r=c4977e91-b7d7-4c7e-bb48-ac79d9f0b499&pd_rd_i=B010NMXUBA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_grid_rp_0_1_ec_pd_nav_hcs_rp_4_tblack beads: amazon.com/1200Pcs-Spacer-Smooth-Bracelet-Jewelry/dp/B09QKRJS7B?pd_rd_w=eaJL6&content-id=amzn1.sym.928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_p=928be83d-9abb-4025-bc6e-e0aed5aed3c9&pf_rd_r=4A40V4HKTSBBP4K4TGSN&pd_rd_wg=gXQLZ&pd_rd_r=44f4169e-b954-4beb-8732-a8b20a20f452&pd_rd_i=B09QKRJS7B&ref_=pd_basp_d_rpt_ba_s_1_t&th=1cotton punis fiber: woolery.com/cotton-punis-from-india.htmlall music by Epidemic Sound
lets make a beautiful inspiration board and a sweet hankie curtain from things you already have Rosanna makes 2024-01-26 | It's been a very January-ish January for me (haha, sniff sniff, sigh) mixed feelings of excitement for new beginnings and also a lot of anxiety over poor weather for the animals, and cabin fever and also some serious vitamin D deficiency giving me the winter blahs...so I'm sharing a couple projects I've done the past few weeks that have been very fun and have made my new little art room more homey.. hope you enjoy and might feel inspired to get a little creative yourself or try out a project you've been putting off for a while. I'm ready to start filming a new make-along... will be a little mouse.. so stay tuned. thanks for watching, and please like and subscribe if you enjoy videos like this ❤️xo Rosannathe artist/singer/songwriter I mentioned who wrote "Into the Unknown" : youtube.com/@JulianaChahayedthe previous video of making my new mini studio/art room: youtube.com/watch?v=uADw1T43pP8&t=82sfind greeting cards and printable files here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==
moving out of my kitchen into a new studio made from pieces salvaged from my Grandmas house Rosanna makes 2024-01-11 | hello everyone! I've been working hard at some home improvement projects to start the new year, the most exciting has been putting together my new art room which features flooring and woodwork from my grandma's house 🤎 I'm so happy with how it's turning out and also with having a functional kitchen again, as well as feeling like I'm getting my old studio cleared out and my art materials organized.. I haven't done much creating in my new room yet but I'm sharing just a little making in this vlog and a new digital download for miniature seed packets and letters that can be used for dollhouse accessories.. or just for enjoying if you love tiny things like I do 🥰thanks for watching, and please like and subscribe if you enjoy videos like this ❤️happy new year and happy making!xo Rosannafind the files for the printable miniature seed packets and letters and also wallpaper in my little house here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==
escape the holiday hustle with crafting & make an heirloom, vintage-style ornament from old boxes Rosanna makes 2023-12-06 | hello everyone! I'm so excited to share this make-along with you - I've created some sort of commemoration of Clement Moore's "Twas the Night Before Christmas" for many years now and this year I'm sharing with you how to make this cardboard mouse house. I know many of us are already feeling stretched thin with all the holiday extras and many of us over-commit or over-intend during this time (I certainly do 🙄) but I do really hope that if it's at all possible, you find some time this season to do some things that really bring you joy.. maybe that's baking or designing an amazing Christmas letter or going all out with your tree decorating or maybe you, like me, would love to spend an afternoon making a tiny house for a mouse 😅🥰 Something about this little house really takes me back to childhood picture books.. maybe it reminds me of some of my favorite pop-up picture books.. This house is made from a small gift box and cardboard from my recycle stash - and requires very few other materials. You can make a house using whatever materials you have on hand or if you'd like, you can find the printable digital files available in my shop to decorate the inside and make the little mouse dolls.. I will also have a limited number of physical kits available for purchase. I hope you enjoy spending a cozy few hours crafting with me and I hope you enjoy your mouse house for many years 🤎xo Rosannafind the printable wallpaper and other mouse house elements here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shopfollow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create! instagram.com/rosannadellart?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==the mica flakes I use:etsy.com/listing/1262552535/champagne-natural-mica-flakes-for-craft?click_key=2dcd4f6c30ed55163632dbb664c2a0f3142c6be4%3A1262552535&click_sum=ddc4d3e1&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=mica+flakes&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&organic_search_click=1&cns=1&edd=1&sts=1the small LED lights : amazon.com/Balloons-Valentines-Festival-Birthday-Decoration/dp/B09JSX3K4T?pd_rd_w=1leLQ&content-id=amzn1.sym.b854a5c2-4475-41f8-a6d4-df92b2868104&pf_rd_p=b854a5c2-4475-41f8-a6d4-df92b2868104&pf_rd_r=F0TNQ21MH3CT0DAQVA13&pd_rd_wg=xHNTv&pd_rd_r=53186f07-d2ca-4571-af37-32e9a0593751&pd_rd_i=B09JSX3K4T&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_m_rpt_ba_s_1_sc
lets make {spun cotton} pies for the holidays! DIY Christmas ornament/gift ❤️ easy art project Rosanna makes 2023-11-22 | Happy Holidays! I'm so excited to share this little make along/ day in my studio-kitchen with you 🥰 I'm very thankful for the community we have here and I hope many of you will enjoy this creative time together and will make your own tiny pies - for your own enjoyment or to share- pies are meant to be shared, right?coconut oil pie crust recipe here:vanillaandbean.com/how-to-make-a-coconut-oil-pie-crust/#wprm-recipe-container-12097the cotton fibers I talked about.. they are cotton puni or punis: woolery.com/fiber/cellulose/cotton-fiber.htmlI hope something I share here will help you or resonate with you and inpsire you to go off on your own creative tangents and journeys - thanks for watching and supporting the channel and my work. 🥰please share what you make and tag me on instagram!! (@rosannadellart)follow me on instagram: instagram.com/rosannadellart?utm_source=qr&igshid=MThlNWY1MzQwNA==my art shop: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop
Farmstand Pop-up card make-along (to go with printable template and kit) Rosanna makes 2023-09-27 | hi everyone! This is a make-along tutorial to go with my fall farmstand pop-up card printable template - so if you've purchased either the printable pdf files or the already-printed kit version of this card, this video will take you step-by-step through the process of making it. If you've stumbled across this video but haven't yet purchased the card template or kit, this is a good way to preview it and see if this project would be fun for you. 😊 it is a project with a lot of small pieces and requires patience and lots of cutting 😁 so not for everyone!! You might also enjoy this video if you just want to see how a pop-up card is made - you can use this basic idea for the structure and go anywhere with your own drawings or creations. You could also definitely make a pop up card using ephemera and cuttings from magazines or old books, there is lots of room to play. As always, thanks for watching and happy making! find the printable files from this video here: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop/51czzkbyfwpa0bnz04bssea61jxuo4 to follow me on instagram...instagram.com/rosannadellart?utm_source=qr&igshid=MThlNWY1MzQwNA==
tips and ideas for drawing beginners (that work for me) and make creating easier and less scary 😊 Rosanna makes 2023-09-08 | Five years ago I definitely felt like I was in the category of people "who can't draw" 😁 but I really wanted to learn so started working at it.. it was really hard and really scary in the beginning and sometimes I can still feel anxiety about drawing new things but in this video I share how I changed my thinking about drawing and also some little exercises and techniques that help me draw or paint when I don't have much time, and also help me not to worry so much about getting things "just right." They also reduce the overall fear of failure I used to have when I started a piece and help me enjoy creating and celebrate each small victory. THIS IS NOT A HOW-TO TUTORIAL -- it is just a draw with me video where I talk about and demonstrate one example of how I draw and create with less pressure on myself to be perfect. I will not be teaching you step by step how to draw any particular thing - this is just for inspiration and encouragement purposes 🤎I hope something I share here will help you or resonate with you - thanks for watching and supporting the channel and my work. 🥰follow me on instagram: instagram.com/rosannadellart?utm_source=qr&igshid=MThlNWY1MzQwNA==my art shop: sweethavensanctuary.org/shop
lets save seeds 🌱 testing my printable seed packet templates Rosanna makes 2023-09-08 | hi everyone! I'm sharing this video mainly for anyone who purchases my printable seed packet templates and wants a few tips on making up the envelopes ✂️ - a sort of companion video to the written instructions included with the digital files. you can find all the seed packet designs featured, available as digital downloads, here:sweethavensanctuary.org/shopAll purchases from my shop support the animals on our small farm sanctuary.sweethavensanctuary.org/about follow my art instagram account here:instagram.com/rosannadellart?utm_source=qr&igshid=MThlNWY1MzQwNA==thanks so much for supporting my work and the channel and happy making! 🤎
inspiration from a time capsule of saved seeds 🌼 (NOT a make-along, just a little life update 😊) Rosanna makes 2023-08-22 | A mostly-very-boring to watch chatty video about some fifty year old saved seeds 😅 which will hopefully result in some printable seed packet templates in the next few weeks 🥰 thanks for your kind comments, I know this won't be everyone's cup of tea but I also know some of you will enjoy this and are thinking about or in the process of saving seeds from your gardens and I would love to encourage and be part of that in some small way even though my garden won't make any seed this year ❤️ art insta:google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=instagram.com/rosannadellart/&ved=2ahUKEwi8qLjL4_CAAxUlmYkEHeZEAhgQFnoECBsQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2tHYIH7WOFDRpqnQ7z49TNsweethavensanctuary.org/shop
I found so many treasures at my neighbors estate sale 🤎 Rosanna makes 2023-05-25 | The family of my almost-99-year-old neighbor Lucille held an estate sale for all the household items that hadn't yet been claimed by family members - Lucille has been a neighbor my entire life, grandmother to childhood friends, lifelong member of the church I grew up in, one of my grandma's close friends for fifty years or more, and in recent years, a grandmother figure to me and Nettie - we call her a Grand Lady and have enjoyed visiting her in her home and hearing stories of her life and all the treasures and keepsakes she kept and collected and made (she was an avid "crafter" and seamstress up until the last few years) -- Lucille moved into the room next to my grandma's at the nursing home around January of 2023 and Grandma passed in March so now we just have one Grand Lady to visit and bring flowers to - and since losing Grandma I've realized how precious each little thing is that I have of hers, so while many of the things on Lucille's estate sale would have "called my name" on their own, the fact that they were hers encouraged me to shop with abandon 😁🥰 so here is MOST of what I brought home with me.. I hope you enjoy seeing my new old things 🤎farm sanctuary insta account:google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=instagram.com/sweethavensanctuary/%3Fhl%3Den&ved=2ahUKEwjo7oTVg47_AhXfHjQIHQ1aDuwQFnoECAwQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2LOBDx3fjhu_ZMjNpzZNuVart instagram:google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=instagram.com/rosannadellart/&ved=2ahUKEwjo7oTVg47_AhXfHjQIHQ1aDuwQFnoECAsQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2tHYIH7WOFDRpqnQ7z49TNthe shop... stocked with cards and Sweet Haven shirts.. occasional art updates, and coming soon, a collection of vintage items (not any from this video 😊)sweethavensanctuary.org/shop
make a spring chick and egg ornament from cotton balls and school glue 🐣 Rosanna makes 2023-04-07 | ...
antique and vintage finds from the attic of a time capsule house Rosanna makes 2023-01-17 | **THIS IS A LONG FORM VIDEO, NOT FOR EVERYONE... JUST ME RATTLING ON ABOUT OLD THINGS 😅 You'll need to have your volume up for a lot of this 😬 ** I apologize for how quiet most of the video is, I'm shopping for a microphone right now for the next video. Sharing some of what we've found cleaning out an older home, things saved and stored away by the family that built the house in the 1930s and lived there for 45 years or more and for some reason were left behind when the property began to be rented. Most of what I'm sharing today was found in a portion of the attic and is from the 1940s to early 60s.some of these items will be for sale in January 2023 via Instagram: google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=instagram.com/thefloralflyingpig/%3Fhl%3Den&ved=2ahUKEwjLoqvv18n8AhVqk2oFHY55BLcQFnoECB0QAQ&usg=AOvVaw0rXBgM2_kAJCoGaSToO_rqgoogle.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=instagram.com/rosannadellart/&ved=2ahUKEwjLoqvv18n8AhVqk2oFHY55BLcQFnoECBsQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2tHYIH7WOFDRpqnQ7z49TNfollow the sanctuary here: google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=instagram.com/sweethavensanctuary/%3Fhl%3Den&ved=2ahUKEwjLoqvv18n8AhVqk2oFHY55BLcQFnoECBwQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2LOBDx3fjhu_ZMjNpzZNuV
quick, simple DIY cardboard dollhouse furniture ✂️ make your own antique style farmhouse table Rosanna makes 2022-09-08 | It's very simple to turn old cardboard into dollhouse furniture like this table - and when you create your own miniatures, you can make them in whatever style or size you need, and save a lot of money in the process - if you have an hour to spare, you can make this farmhouse style table!This is the first of a series which will show how to make different miniature furniture from cardboard, paper, and fabric. Today's video has no talking but some in the future will, as well as more specific instructions. I'm Rosanna and I make things in my spare time - my daughter stays home with me and we take care of our rescued farm animals and run the operations of the sanctuary - my art and creating help support the animals. Thanks for watching and happy making!See how to make the little fruit miniatures featured at the end of this video here: youtu.be/I4kYaNfms5c🌈 You can donate to Sweet Haven and support the animals and my work here (we are a registered tax-exempt non-profit):paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LHETRZ4FT7T72🐷 Learn more about Sweet Haven Farm and Sanctuary and subscribe to our newsletter on the website : sweethavensanctuary.org/sweet-haven-news🐴 Follow the sanctuary and meet our animals on Instagram:instagram.com/sweethavensanctuary🐓 Follow my art Instagram:instagram.com/rosannadellartMusic used: epidemicsound.com/track/UqUalswpzlepidemicsound.com/track/KiDUZbmFn0epidemicsound.com/track/RqUFbo81CIepidemicsound.com/track/6DyoyNFo0q
flea market finds ◇ hunting for vintage/ antique treasures + home decor, art supplies ◇ thrift haul Rosanna makes 2022-08-23 | I went to a nice little "Junk Jaunt" over the weekend hosted by my favorite local-ish antique store called Sunflower Mercantile down in Barnes, Kansas. I thought you might like to see what I bought ... because if you can't get out to an estate sale or thrift store, garage sale or flea market, then the next best thing is to see what others found!Tell my what you're always on the lookout for, what you can't pass up, what you have too many of, and what you do with your vintage items and collections!Thanks for watching and please do leave a comment below and let me know if you have requests for future make alongs or other types of videos! my beautiful chicken print "when Spring returns" is the work of @sweetpeastudioartandceramics - find her instagram here: instagram.com/sweetpeastudioartandceramicsNettie's YouTube channel: youtube.com/channel/UCabbBSy7NI0jFaOkCFFEL4Q🌈 You can donate to Sweet Haven and support the animals and my work here (we are a registered tax-exempt non-profit):paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LHETRZ4FT7T72🐷 Learn more about Sweet Haven Farm and Sanctuary and subscribe to our newsletter on the website : sweethavensanctuary.org/sweet-haven-news🐴 Follow the sanctuary and meet our animals on Instagram:instagram.com/sweethavensanctuary🐓 Follow my art Instagram:instagram.com/rosannadellart
🍉 MAKE CUTE FRUITS 🍓 mini melon + strawberries from spun cotton | EASY DIY dollhouse food (no clay) Rosanna makes 2022-08-07 | You can create charming heirloom-style miniature fruit for a dollhouse or any craft or art project (even jewelry) without skill, special tools, or supplies like polymer or paper clay -- these mini watermelon and strawberries are made from recycled aluminum foil, cotton balls, and a bit of school glue and paint. I imagine most of you already have everything in your home to start making these and I hope you will! Please do leave a comment below and let me know if you have requests for future make alongs! Happy making! ❤️🍉❤️🍓❤️🌈 You can donate to Sweet Haven and support the animals and my work here (we are a registered tax-exempt non-profit):paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LHETRZ4FT7T72🐷 Learn more about Sweet Haven on the website : sweethavensanctuary.org/sweet-haven-news🐴 Follow the sanctuary and meet our animals on Instagram:instagram.com/sweethavensanctuary🐓 Follow my art Instagram:instagram.com/rosannadellart0:00 musical intro1:25 greeting and explanation of make-along4:56 supplies list7:08 forming the foil base of watermelon7:53 layering on cotton11:06 shaping strawberries from cotton12:00 second layer of cotton16:30 painting watermelon 19:25 painting strawberries20:47 painting fabric for strawberry tops21:55 repurposing earring and jewelry stuff 😉 24:00 drawing on the watermelon seeds25:05 cutting out and gluing on strawberry tops27:27 finishing the earrings 31:00 we're finished and the finishing spray I use if I use a sealant 31:22 finished fruits 🍓🍉🍓 and final words
drawing and painting the cut flower garden for my sketchbook journal 🖋📔 - late July #inthegarden 🌿🐈 Rosanna makes 2022-07-31 | hello friends - today I'm sharing my favorite garden here at Sweet Haven - the cutting garden - this is its third season and this year it's mostly self-seeded annuals but the garden is always different and there have been curveballs this year. I'm trying to be more resilient as August starts and I'm hoping for a late-season garden, I've started a number of things and we'll see how they do!What are your favorite flowers to raise and do you grow flowers for cutting? Let me know how you like this mix of garden and art video... I'm thinking of new make-alongs to share soon. thanks so much for coming into my garden today 🌿🐈🌿You can donate to Sweet Haven and support the animals and my work here (we are a registered tax-exempt non-profit):paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LHETRZ4FT7T72the Sweet Haven website : sweethavensanctuary.org/sweet-haven-newsSanctuary insta:instagram.com/sweethavensanctuaryart insta:instagram.com/rosannadellart
evening in the garden - humming moths and harvest flies 🌌 #summernights Rosanna makes 2022-07-29 | Hi there! I'm considering bringing more garden and animal content here in addition to the make-alongs. I wonder if many of you would have interest in seeing more of the sanctuary animals and work and some of my gardening projects? What I create often goes hand in hand with the animals and plants so I thought it might be interesting but I don't want to alienate folks if you're mainly interested in tutorials.
answering one FAQ 😁 talking about Time and 💰 😳 and free/public versus paid/private content Rosanna makes 2022-04-19 | I wanted to answer a question or comment I get a lot... about offering more and in particular paid workshop content - since I don't usually get around to talking a lot about my personal life during the make-alongs, this is five minutes or so where I confusedly try to explain why I do and don't do certain things... really it's just me complaining about not having enough time 🤪 I'm sure you can all relate!My art Instagram: instagram.com/rosannadellartTo see the rescued farm animals we keep, follow Sweet Haven Farm & Sanctuary on Insta: instagram.com/sweethavensanctuarysweethavensanctuary.orgto donate to the sanctuary and support the animals and/or my work: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LHETRZ4FT7T72or use Venmo ID: Sweet-Havensanctuary
