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An afternoon of creative fun with Silks shrink art
Once in awhile a project comes along and surprises you with childlike and carefree moments of creative play.This was one of those projects. I got a much-needed respite when I spent a recent afternoon...
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What I’ve been up to
I’ve been so busy creating over the past year that I decided I better start applying for some holiday craft shows. Here’s a small sampling of what I’ve been creating over the last year. Please note...
View ArticleNew Site Under Construction
Please pardon the weird sizing. My new design is under construction and there are a few glitches. That’s the problem with being a designer and not a programmer! Hopefully all will be corrected soon!
View ArticleUnder construction
Please pardon the weird sizing. My new design is under construction and there are a few glitches. That’s the problem with being a designer and not a programmer! Hopefully all will be corrected soon!...
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It’s ok, I’m here now
After two and a half loooooong months away due to an unplanned medical snafu, I am gratefully alive and finally venturing back into crafting. Unlike the arrogant little tot featured in my project, I...
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Giving Mother Nature a hand
For decades I have walked the shores of Mille Lacs Lake in central Minnesota collecting lake glass, or what those of you on the coasts call sea glass. Then I became a mother, taught my children to do...
View ArticleChange is a good thing
Hi everyone! You may have noticed that your browser took you to a new location. To better reflect my brand, I have updated my website, to https://www.BetsySkagen.com. I hope you can take a minute to...
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Talkin’ about quality
Way back in 2015 I made a storage unit for my art studio table. At the time, I wondered how well a storage caddy made from chipboard would stand up to daily use. Would it be worth it to pay for a unit...
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A little art therapy
I created this piece as a little art therapy for myself. Titled “False Advertising”, it is how I am feeling right now, especially on social media, where I am trying to appear upbeat, but inside am...
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Finding my true North
Hi everybody! It has been ages since I have blogged. I can’t even begin to explain how crazy it has been since we moved from the heart of the Twin Cities to rural northern Minnesota. Downsizing is...
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