by Uncustomary | Nov 28, 2013 | Celebration
Although Thanksgiving is an American holiday, and the actual history of the holiday is pretty grim when you look into it, today is still a good time to express gratitude. We always have the option to make things what we want them to be, including holidays, and I want...
by Uncustomary | Jul 30, 2013 | Creativity
Recently, Karen (of “I Am Rushmore”), posted about some bubble snakes that she had made. Obviously, I was curious, so I went to the tutorial. The main reason I wanted to do this was to get the rainbow effect, but it was really difficult for me to get the...
by Uncustomary | Jun 18, 2013 | Creativity
My name is Candace Jedrowicz. I’m a mixed media artist, inspired so much by Mary’s work! Thank you , Mary, for allowing me to share on your blog!(Check out Candace’s website here!) My latest kitschy art piece is an homage to “The Avenue”...
by Uncustomary | Jun 15, 2013 | Creativity
#9 on my 100 Ways To Be Creative list is to make a crown, mask, or other head wear and wear it all day. I decided to do it with my class at work and everyone did a really good job. Almost all of the clients wore their crowns for the rest of the day! It was awesome. ...
by Uncustomary | Jun 15, 2013 | Creativity
#47 on my 100 Ways To Be Creative list is to decorate a pair of cheap/plain shoes with something wonderful and tacky. Almost two years ago I saw these shoes online and knew I had to make them. I loved them as heels, but I don’t wear heels, so I asked Janice...