Let’s face it, art is messy. And we’ve been taught that art is for talented people. As homeschooling parents, it can be intimidating to consider teaching something we don’t feel we’re any good at. I would argue that enjoying art gets overcomplicated, especially in the early years. And that you might enjoy it even more […]
As a new homeschooling mom, I was looking for gentle ways for us to connect that didn’t include a rigid schedule. While each state has different requirements, I required our homeschool to include learning that delighted her. What do I mean by that? Homeschooling to Personal Styles In our state, Art is not a required […]
Hello! Welcome to our Arctic adventure! We’re embarking on our Arctic-themed art lessons Feb 2024. I’m particularly excited to share a selection of books that are as fascinating as the Arctic itself. If you’ve spent any time with me, you know that I love picture books and am a firm believer that they add value […]
Looking for a special gift for dad? Maybe an impossible-to-buy-for Uncle. Look no further. I’ll show you how to take your child’s artwork and create a custom towel. Check out this adorable golf towel we made as a Christmas gift for a llama-loving Uncle. This one is fairly straightforward, using a printing service for the […]
Acrylics and embellishments bring a Vintage Camper to life this fall.
Autumn is here, bringing chilly mornings, warm scarves, and the perfect opportunity to snuggle up with a good book and a fun art project. This week, we’re turning the pages of the adorable “Hedgehugs” and then rolling up our sleeves for some creative crafting.
Imagine your little one’s delight as they paint and texture their very own hedgehog using nothing more than acrylic paints and a plastic fork.
What to Do With All of that Art? As many homeschool resources began, Spunk and Tenacity started with a search for a specific guide that I couldn’t find. So I created my own. Finding ways to encourage creativity is a common theme and leads to an overwhelming response on Pinterest. However, I wanted to find […]
I was tired of looking around trying to find easy-to-implement art resources that fit our homeschool needs. Really, I wanted something that taught more about the elements of art than a paper pate sun, but less than an in-depth study of Van Gogh…it’s Kindergarten for goodness sake. So I decided to build it. Let me […]
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Our newest art adventure is here: the “Pumpkin Life Cycle Watercolor Art Project.”
It’s not just an art lesson; it’s a journey through the story of a pumpkin, brought to life with every sweep of watercolor.