DIY Paper Art Craft Projects with Patterns and Tutorials https://liagriffith.com/craft/paper-crafts/paper-art/ handcraft your life Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:38:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Watercolor Layered Leaf Artwork https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-layered-leaf-artwork/ https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-layered-leaf-artwork/#comments Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84977 As summer begins to fade and autumn makes its chilly, graceful entrance, we’re surrounded by nature’s ultimate symbol of change and the need for balance. Our Watercolor Layered Leaf Artwork is a lovely way to honor this moment, weaving the season's rich tapestry into your fall décor. Featuring delicate layers of hand-painted leaves, this project celebrates the harmony between summer’s lingering green and autumn’s warm kaleidoscope of colors.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-layered-leaf-artwork/feed/ 2 Watercolor Dot Art Practice https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-dot-art-practice/ https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-dot-art-practice/#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84662 The simplest exercises can, at times, be the most powerful. This Watercolor Dot Art is one of those projects — gentle, grounding, and beautifully meditative. Designed to calm the mind and free the creative spirit, this paper art activity invites you to slow down and enjoy the quiet joy of color and movement. To guide you, we’ve included a video tutorial to walk you through the creative process, step-by-step.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-dot-art-practice/feed/ 4 My Mt. Shasta Story About Going With the Flow + Printable Quote Artwork https://liagriffith.com/my-mt-shasta-story-about-going-with-the-flow-printable-quote-artwork/ https://liagriffith.com/my-mt-shasta-story-about-going-with-the-flow-printable-quote-artwork/#comments Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84443 The drive south from Portland to Mt. Shasta is a meditation in itself – six plus hours of watching Oregon's green farmland and forests slowly give way to California's dramatic volcanic landscape. My boyfriend, Jason, and I had made this pilgrimage for a weekend retreat with a meditation group I'd been working with for years. Still, we'd arrived a day early with one mission: to finally see the legendary Panther Meadows.

I'd heard whispers about this sacred spot for years. Fellow seekers would get this dreamy look when they talked about it – a high alpine meadow where the veil between worlds feels paper-thin.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/my-mt-shasta-story-about-going-with-the-flow-printable-quote-artwork/feed/ 8 Printable Woodblock Watercolor Sheet https://liagriffith.com/printable-woodblock-watercolor-sheet/ https://liagriffith.com/printable-woodblock-watercolor-sheet/#comments Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84421 Sometimes the simplest craft moments are the most calming — a brush, a splash of color, and a blank page waiting for you to bring it to life. Our newest Crafty Joy project invites you to step into that peaceful flow of brush and pigment, adding your own touch to a classic woodblock-style design that’s both timeless and beautifully modern.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/papercut-sardines-card/feed/ 4 Printable Peony Watercolor Sheet https://liagriffith.com/printable-peony-watercolor-sheet/ https://liagriffith.com/printable-peony-watercolor-sheet/#respond Sun, 01 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84144 Ready to dive into watercolor painting but feeling intimidated by that blank page? Our printable peony watercolor template is here to bridge the gap between beginner nerves and artistic confidence! Think of it as "Paint by Numbers" but with all the creative freedom and none of the restrictions.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/printable-peony-watercolor-sheet/feed/ 0 Mounted Paper Strawberry Artwork https://liagriffith.com/mounted-paper-strawberry-artwork/ https://liagriffith.com/mounted-paper-strawberry-artwork/#respond Sun, 01 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=84070 I can’t think of a more iconic or cheerful symbol of summer than the humble strawberry. Red, juicy, and delicious, they’re the fruit of sticky picnics and sweet windowsill pies. This month, we’ve captured all the joyful energy of this yummy summer treat in our Mounted Paper Strawberry Artwork. Bring a pop of color to your home decor with this delicate piece that’s equal parts playful and elegant.

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This project combines my love of flowers with the magic of watercolor painting. We're going to create stunning tulip artwork, and the best part is that it's fun for everyone, whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting to dip your toes into the world of watercolor.

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]]> https://liagriffith.com/watercolor-tulip-art/feed/ 4 Layered Butterfly Framed Art Video Tutorial https://liagriffith.com/video-tutorial-layered-butterfly-framed-art/ https://liagriffith.com/video-tutorial-layered-butterfly-framed-art/#comments Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://liagriffith.com/?p=83186 Get ready to spread your wings with our gorgeous Layered Butterfly Framed Art! This stunning piece is part of our April collection, celebrating growth, and it’s the perfect project to channel your creative energy. The butterfly, with its intricate layers and vibrant beauty, symbolizes transformation — a meaningful addition to your home as you craft your way through this season of change.

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