Note: This project was from like, 5 years ago!

I was so excited when I got my new nifty Nokia phone. However, when I went to buy a new flashy cover I noticed not only that they were 20 bucks each, but also that none of them represented my personality! I know it's just a damn phone, but still, if it's mine I want it to be happy and fun. Is there anyting wrong with that?

So here's how you do it if you feel as passionate as moi...
Supplies:
Satin finish spray paint
Acrylic paints
Head pin
polyurathane varnish (brush on or spray)

DIRECTIONS:
1. Remove the cover from the phone. Cover the clear window on BOTH sides with masking tape.
2. In a well-venilated area (this means outside), lightly spray the cover and let dry for a few minutes. Repeat process twice  until the cover is evenly colored to your liking.
3. After it's fully dry, bring it inside and get to work. Use the head pin to add designs to it. Unfortunately there's not really a lot of room to decoupage pictures, but you can try if you really feel compelled.
4. Add spray or brush-on varnish. Let dry and remove masking tape. Use window cleaner and a tissue to clean the window. Use the head pin to poke out the varnish from the ear holes. Now reattach it to the phone and get ready to field all the compliments!
TIPS: As you can see, I've used my phone a lot since I first painted it back in January. I'm going to be refreshing mine in the near future. Simply repaint and revarnish. Keep your newly art-enhanced communication device in a holder for maximum protection from yicky bumps and scrapes.
VARIATIONS: Use multiple spray paint colors for a tye-dye effect!
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. Photos property and courtesy of Arizona Republic and AzCentral.com. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: wearable art

This is the coolest stuff since squeezeable chocolate. It's Eraser Clay from the makers of Sculpey. I formed my shapes using soap molds and baked in the oven. It worked perfect!
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: back to school, kids

This was a junky lamp I picked up for a dollar at a garage sale. When in doubt, glue on shiny objects! It's since been revamped.
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: home decor, inside, lights

Life is too short to go arond only wearing white sneakers. They're so cheap that anyone can afford to nab a set just to paint. I used regular acrylics and then added some squeeze paint, micro-glitter and I sealed it all with a brush-on varnish. I wouldn't suggest painting the rubber trim, it comes off very easy.
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: kids, paint, shoes, wearable art

This project is so addicting! Go right now and buy a Clorox Bleach Pen. You can doodle over clothing, drapes, anything and scrape it off and you get some batik-looking designs. Or groovy jeans like this.
* Designed by Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: wearable art

Want the look of embroidery, but don't have the time? Aah...no worries. It's OK to take a short cut splurge now and then. Delta Products has these cool iron-on transfers that have the look and feel of embroidery. I livened up my sheets with them. It was an easy product to use and it's the next best thing to real thread and stitches!
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: home decor, inside

You can never have too many sandals. Sure there are gobs of cute ones at the shoe stores, but nothing beats designing your own. For these I took a pair of sandals that had a wide strap and I coated it with Crafter's Pick The Ultimate Glue (e6000 will work great too). I scooted the small shells (bought at the craft store) to cover the entire surface. I kept a close eye to make sure they didn't slide off. My daughter wears these faithfully and not one single shell has been lost.
* By Kathy Cano Murillo, copyright 2005. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

Labels: wearable art