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BONUS: Mother’s Day Art Project
If you are reading this, I have a feeling one of these may be you…
→ You like to paint and draw, but when it comes to lettering it feels intimidating.
→ You like to look at “pretty” lettering on instagram and at some point thought “I’d love to try that.”
→ You have tried lettering before, but it still doesn’t seem to look like you want.
Testimonial on the Workbooks
“When I thought about making Christmas cards, I was very intimidated. When I got this workbook and tried it out, it became so simple! I love how it gave me different options and that I can practice directly on the book. Thanks to this workbook, I can now make Christmas cards for my family and friends!
- Addison
Some more deets for you…
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Supplies
You don’t need to have the fanciest art supplies to create! Here is a list of what the girls used to make this project.
acrylic paint
paint brush
any supplies to draw
How to Doodle Guides
You’ll see the girls flip use some drawing guides for reference. Those are part of the goodies you get for being part of our art membership, but we wanted to give you one to show you what they look like!
Message for the adults
Koda and I wanted to share that you can do this project too! In the video, I showed some examples and ways to create.
How to Use the Layout Boxes
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Step 1
Draw your letters inside the layout boxes.
You will receive templates for both Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays with the phrases stacked, side by side, and at an angle. I thought of all the combinations for your cards!
Step 2
Use a light pad (or a window with light shining through) to trace on card.
In this step, you will use a pencil to trace your lettering onto your card. And if you don’t have a light pad, here is a link to the one I use!
Step 3
Use paint or markers to trace over your pencil lettering.
You did the hard part so now you just color your letters! In this example, I painted a watercolor wash and then traced the lettering with gold paint. Check out the reel on my instagram @nicolemiyuki .
Take a peek for yourself at some beautiful cards made from the Workbooks!
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by Teresa @desousteresa
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by Teresa @desousteresa
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by Teresa @desousteresa
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by Claire
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by Jessica @fishygossip
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by Jessica @fishygossip
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by Jessica @fishygossip
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by Addison - age 11
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by Addison - age 11
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by Addison - age 11
If you are, you get these Workbooks as our gift to you! Check out the new video added to our hub to get started with your holiday cards.
If you’re not a member yet, we would love to have you! Click and join the waitlist below and we’ll be in touch.
Pssttt…are you part of "The A Bunch Crew”?
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You can use any computer paper you have. You don’t need anything fancy!
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Is there a family member or your neighbor you can ask? Or maybe your work or your local library. If those options aren’t available you can go to your local FedEx or Staples and print it there.
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Not at all! I suggest you use a pencil for the workbook, but when you letter on your cards, you have creative freedom to use what you prefer.
Here are a few supplies I love:
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If you could buy one other thing, I would suggest a light pad! It will help you easily trace your lettering from the workbook on your final cards. But if you don’t have one you can use a window with light through it!
Got Some Questions?
HERE ARE SOME ANSWERS!
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Yes! The workbook breaks it down step-by-step and the template boxes included are designed to eliminate common frustrations.
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I truly believe so. We are not focusing on “thin on the up, thick on the down” with traditional lettering. Instead, we are playing with the loops and swirls of letters to help you draw and design your letters rather than “write” them.
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In the workbook I do not, but I will be sharing simple cards to make on my instagram @nicolemiyuki. The reason why is so you can use this lettering guide to fit in with YOUR own painting style. Whether that be watercolor, markers, acrylic or bullet journaling!
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If this is something you’re interested in, email me at hello@nicolemiyuki.com
Testimonial
“Everything was wrapped up in the comfort and expertise of Nicole, who is right there cheering you on. She strikes a balance of instruction and encouraging your own lettering style to emerge and it immediately removes all of the pressure.”
- Lauren
