Cartoon Ghost Drawing

Dearest Readers,

This is a quick sketch I did of ghost using a tutorial over on about.com. I'm slowly, slowly learning to draw.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

My Tropical Fish Drawing

Dearest Readers,

This is just a quick sketch of a tropical fish I did after church today, using a tutorial I found on about.com.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

A Great Place to Learn About Art

Dearest Readers,

Lately, I'm obsessed with about.com. You can learn anything imaginable there and I've just discovered the drawing sketching category. Check it out for inspiration and for fun drawing tutorials!

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

Free Winx Club Bloom Doll Dress Crochet Pattern

Dearest Readers,

My daughter requested a crocheted dress for the Winx Club Bloom doll she got for Christmas so I designed this strapless one for her, which has no fasteners for children to fool with and slides up over the doll's feet. The dress will fit quite snugly.

Materials:
Small amounts Red Heart Super Saver worsted weight yarn in 2 colors
Size H crochet hook

Gauge: 2 rnds dc=1" (If you have trouble with the fit, just go up or down a hook size or 2 until you get it just right).

Rnd 1: (Top of Dress) With Color A, ch 11, join w sl st in 1st ch to form ring, ch 2, hdc in next ch and in each ch around, join w sl st in top of 1st hdc (11 hdc).

Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc in next hdc and in each hdc around, join as before (11 hdc).

Rnd 3: Rep Rnd 2 (11 hdc).

Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc dec over next 2 hdc, hdc in each rem hdc around, join as before (10 hdc).

Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc in next 8 hdc, 2 hdc in last hdc, join as before (11 hdc).

Rnd 6: Ch 2, hdc in same hdc, hdc in next 9 hdc, 2 hdc in last hdc, join as before (13 hdc).

Rnd 7: Ch 2, hdc in next hdc and in each hdc around, join as before (13 hdc). If you wish to change colors for the skirt, fo at this point and attach Color B in 1st hdc of Rnd 7. If not, continue with same color.

Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in next 3 hdc, 2 dc in next hdc, dc in next 4 hdc, 2 dc in next hdc, dc in next 3 dc, dc in joining sl st of previous rnd (right before beg ch 3), join w sl st in top of beg ch 3 (16 dc).

Rnd 9: Ch 3, dc in next dc and in each dc around, join as before (16 dc).

Rnd 10: Ch 3, dc dec over next 2 dc, dc in each rem dc around, join as before (15 dc).

Rnd 11: Ch 3, dc in next 12 dc, dc dec over next 2 dc, fo (14 dc).

Weave in ends. Enjoy. Feel free to make and sell these dresses in your etsy stores or elsewhere. :)

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

Fun Free Craft Templates

Dearest Readers,

Here is a site I found that has free templates for things like party hats, cards and boxes. I love it and I think you will, too.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

I'm on Livejournal

Dearest Readers,

I've started a journal on livejournal and I'm looking to make some friends over there and to find some fun communities to join, if anyone has any suggestions. I'd love to chat with you there! Here is the link to my journal if you're interested.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie

Best Craft Site

Dearest Readers,

So, today is Christmas and I've decided I want to keep the spirit of Christmas alive all year long. And, one way I'm going to accomplish that goal is by doing lots of Christmas crafting. I've found the best site for holiday craft inspiration is http://marthastewart.com/. The site has a wide range of craft projects suitable for every skill level. I've been browsing there today and have found quite a few projects to start on. If you're not familiar with the site, I highly recommend it.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

I'm On Rate My Drawings

Dearest Readers,

You can find me on rate my drawings. My profile is located here. I'd love to hear from other fans and users of the site.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

My Drawing Now Profile

Dearest Readers,

Drawing Now is another great social network for artists I've stumbled on. I really enjoy it, as it offers artists the opportunity to blog or to create groups for other artists with similar interests. Here is the link to my profile there. I'd love to be Drawing Now friends and check out your work!

Creative Wishes,

Cherie Durbin

Calling All Poets

Dearest Readers,

I love to write poetry and was blessed to happen upon a poetry site with great potential today here. I immediately joined and started adding to the site. You can find my profile here if you're interested. I look forward to seeing you there and reading your own creative works. Do feel free to friend me! :)

Creative Wishes,

Cherie

My Dragoart Profile

Dearest Readers,

I'm a new member over at http://dragoart.com/ and I'd love to make some artsy friends there. You can find my profile here if you'd like to friend me. Male or female friends wanted, and any age is welcome. I'd love to hear from you.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie

Learning to Draw

Dearest Readers,

Lately I've been doing a lot of sketching, which I'm learning how to do from the fabulous tutorials on sites like http://dragoart.com/ . I'd always thought of myself as someone who could never learn how to draw until I found these amazing tutorials that take beginners step-by-step through the drawing process. I highly recommend the site for any of my readers who might be interested in learning to draw.

Creative Wishes,

Cherie