3 Ways to Make Seasonal Cinnamon Stick Art Brushes
Using Organic Materials for art brushes
I knew when I picked up the artificial pine needle branch in the holiday aisle at Hobby Lobby that it would make a pretty handmade art brush. My initial thought was to make a handle with air dry clay just like my friend Kristin Peterson made in The Art Brush Maker Project.
But once I scanned my art table and all the seasonal goodies spread across it, an idea formed and voilΓ the cinnamon stick art brush was born. What a fun handle for a brushβ¦it smells nice and is so unconventional.
I incorporated anise star, dried oranges, moss and even bells to round out a trio of art brushes. I think they make a great gift but also look pretty in a jar as a seasonal decoration.
Ideas for using handmade art brushes
Canβt get enough mark making and want more inspiration? Check out my video tutorial Mark Making with Handmade Art Brushes for ideas on using inks, acrylics and more with your brushes.
My friend, Francisca Nunes also has a tutorial you might like: Making Stunning Marks with My Handmade Funky Art Brushes. She is a master when it comes to making natural brushes and her papers are just lovely.
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