Getting Creative with Cases and Stencils

Hellooo art sistahs! 

Have you ever purchased a plain protective case for your cell phone or iPad with the intention of decorating it yourself, only to realize months have flown by + you're still carrying around that plain ol' tablet case...in public?! ::gasp::

Now, you know betta than that, my friend.

You are an ARTIST!

Use this "blank canvas" as an opportunity to let your gift of creativity shine!

Yes, the color is in your favorite shade of violet but wouldn't you LOVE it even more if yours was customized, making you wanna break dance every time you took it out of your bag to check your email?

I was commissioned to design this special tablet case + documented my entire process, with step-by-step photos.

You will learn how to transform a solid-colored tablet case into a wildly colorful one you won't wanna put down! 

Customized Tablet Case | by Martice Smith II

Stencils used in this tutorial: 

Scribble Scratch Handwriting by Carolyn Dube,

Deconstructed Floral Bouquet by Traci Bautista,

Rose Window and Border by Lizzie Mayne

You should've seen how nervous I was to get started...

I didn't want to "ruin" it for my client. BUT she gave me so much encouragement to do my thing + she reassured me that I shouldn't worry because there was no way I could mess it up. 

So, my first marks looked like this...

CLICK HERE to see the full tutorial, over on the StencilGirl Talk blog!

Oh! Please be sure to leave a comment letting me know your favorite thing to customize.

Thank you lovelies!

Artsy Tote Bag - Guest Designer on Artistcellar

Hi friends!

How do you like to carry your artwork? Do you have special box or bags you haul your work in? 

I am thrilled to have been invited as Guest Designer on the Artistcellar blog!

I am sharing a fun tutorial on how to create your very own artsy tote bag. (Thanks to Lisa for providing Artistcellar's most popular stencils!)

Stencil Metallic Tote Bag, TUTORIAL  | Guest post on the Artistcellar blog

Not many of you know this but ya girl can get down on a sewing machine!

Sewing is another one of my passions. (No worries if you're not machine savvy - this tutorial is great for beginners and/or those who don't sew often.)

Stencil Metallic Tote Bag, TUTORIAL

I'll see you in the comments over on the Artistcellar blog!

Enjoy :)

My lesson airs TODAY for Sunday Mornings 2...sneak peek

My lesson for Mindy Lacefield's online class, Sunday Mornings 2: Journaling, airs TODAY!

I'm so impressed by the students who are sharing their work with us + especially opening their hearts to receive God's word.

You can still join us! You'll have "forever access" to the class materials. This means that you can work at your own pace.

You can find registration details, HERE.

I hope to see you in class!

Sneak peek of me working on my demo piece for Sunday Mornings 2: Journaling with Mindy Lacefield

Sunday Mornings 2 Starts TODAY

Hey sweet souls, today's the day we start our new class!

Sunday Mornings 2: Journaling is hosted by Mindy Lacefield. We will be having LOTS of fun in this class, learning new techniques, mastering old ones, connecting with other artsy souls + most importantly, expressing our God-given artistic abilities!

I believe this is a great way to reach people where they are + build them up while sharing our personal stories + love for Christ...are you joining us?

Registration is still open. Click on the image for more details / registration.

 Many blessings to ya! Hope to see ya in class...

Sunday Mornings 2 with Mindy Lacefield

WOOOHOOOOOOOOO!
OK, I just had to get that outta the way before I spill the GREAT news.

I'm honored and so blessed to be chosen by Mindy Lacefield as one of her guest artists for her exciting, online class called Sunday Mornings 2!  (Such a cool way to spread the goodness of Christ!)

I took her first Sunday Mornings course last year and I had the most enlightening experience. It's waaaay too good to pass up + the online community is super supportive + nourishing.
All skill-levels are welcome to join us!

Artwork by Mindy Lacefield  |  Sunday Mornings 2: Journaling

Price:
**early bird now through April 20th: $19
**regular registration begins April 21st: $35




Be sure to check out Mindy's blog, HERE to register + see the other guest artists + learn more about the class!!

As I prepare to film my lesson, my mind is always so curious...

What would YOU like to learn?

Let me know in the comments, below!