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Cheryl Waters

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  • Art,  Art Journaling,  Creative,  Handcrafted Journals,  Mixed Media

    When do you Feel the Most Freedom?

    April 8, 2022 /

    I’d like to ask you to consider, ‘when do you feel the most free?’ For me, there are three major time I feel the most freedom; when I’m creating, when I’m enjoying nature, and when I’m singing praises of worship. What are your top three? I think when I’m creating, time seems to slip by. I also feel like I’m in the present moment. When I’m creating, I’m not thinking about things that need to get done, or concerned about the future . . . I’m just in the moment creating something with my hands and heart. Below are some recent art journaling pages that I’ve created. Note that these…

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  • Art,  Art Journaling,  Crafts,  Creative,  Gel Press Creations,  Handcrafted Journals,  Life,  Mixed Media,  Thoughts

    Be You-niquely You – Art Journaling Article

    March 26, 2022 /

    It’s alway fun to see your art and words in print, this time in Art Journaling. Stampington & Company does an incredible job. Thank you to the amazing staff such as Amber, Christen and others! It’s humbling as well, sharing an issue with other amazing artists. I wrote this article with you in mind. Below are some peeks from a few of the pages. Know that you are amazing, unique, and one-of-a-kind. Looking to get your own version of Art Journaling, feel free to use the link HERE if you’d like to pick up a copy or you can find the issue at Joann’s, Barnes and Noble and other craft…

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    Life & Art

    August 29, 2021 /

    Life can get busy. This month has been no exception with work, celebrations, living, caring for yourself, and more . . . time can fly. Art is definitely therapy for me when facing the stressors of life. Well, here we are at the end of the month of August. I thought I’d share a very brief recap. A group of ladies attended our annual Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach for our annual outing. It was fantastic this year and one of my favorite so far! Here are some highlights as to some art I’ve created in August. Is there a message that speaks to you? How are you…

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    Purpose – An Art Journal Spread

    July 7, 2021 /

    Recently I spent some time in my art journal and created this odd but fun spread with dinosaurs. The title that came to me was from a sticker and it says, ‘Found himself in a strange land.’ It just reminded me that sometimes I do find myself in odd places in my life but there is still purpose in those times and circumstances. Maybe those unusual challenging times stretch and grow us, or possibly they make us more grateful. Those strange times and events may be taking place so that we can help someone walk on this journey called life, or maybe in turn, they are encouraging us. I want…

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    Art Journaling, the Flea Market & an Update

    June 27, 2021 /

    Life has been busy recently with lots of ups and downs. We traveled to Minnesota where we explored waterfalls, visited dairy farms, cheese stores, a coffee shop in the woods near Duluth, held a memorial for my father in law, spent time with family, spent time at a lake house on Lake Minnetonka, and more. I also managed to get Bronchitis. Upon returning I lost a dear friend to cancer, attended a lovely wedding, and celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary. It’s been a little wild. Whew. I don’t know about you all, but I love the adventure of attending a flea market.. Whether to stroll and just view the treasures…

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    Busy but Still Making Time for Creating

    May 12, 2021 /

    It's been busy but I still find time for creating. How about you? Check out the latest and I'd love to know what you've been up to.

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    An Art Journaling Mom

    May 11, 2021 /

    Have you ever journaled something so dear to your heart? This is about my daughter's birth. This mixed media handcrafted journal brings such joy as I pour my heart out. What's something you want to journal that is precious to you?

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    Gladys – An Art Journal Flip Through

    May 1, 2021 /

    I shared this handcrafted fun, uplifting, chunky, and funky art journal in which Gladys adorns the cover HERE. However I was asked to share a video flip through. I hope you enjoy. Warmest creative wishes,

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    Eileen Hull Sizzix Chapter 2 Release Party – An Open Journal

    April 6, 2021 /

    This little open journal was handcrafted using Eileen Hull's new dies. It's a book of positive thoughts and reminders to live out loud with passion. Join us for an amazing blog hop and a chance to win.

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    Be Authentic Art Journal Entry – Use Your Fodder

    March 29, 2021 /

    There’s been a lot of talk about collage fodder lately. If you’d like to find out more, check out some of my previous posts or visit me on my Instagram account HERE. While it’s a blast creating collage fodder for your art journals and other projects, it’s just as important to use it. I created this page as a reminder to just be yourself. Be authentic. Everyone else is taken so be the best you, you can be. Here’s what I used to create this page. A new favorite is Southern Girl Designs (Tiffany Goff Smith) new washi tape which can be found HERE. Love mine!!! Can you spot it?…

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I’m Cheryl Waters and I’m grateful you’re here. I want Artsy Findings to be a place you can learn something new, feel comfortable to share life, be inspired to create, and to make warm connection. So let’s get started.

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