Articles written by Aileen McLeod

Learning the art of Stained Glass and Leadlighting is a very absorbing craft and requires a great deal of patience and accuracy. Adorn doors, lampshades and mirrors.

Jun 11, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

The wonderful natural design, flow of the many shapes and sizes of shells are an inspiration, The variety of colours and textures sets them apart as jewels of creation.

May 14, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

The stone used in this illustration inspired a portrait of a Siamese cat. The shape leant itself for the posture of the cat with head turned, alert for the unexpected.

Apr 19, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

Fimo is a modelling material from which one can create large, medium or miniature sculpture pieces to be used as decoration on porcelain, ceramic, wood, metal, glass.

Apr 6, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

Copper is one of the most durable media in which a craftsperson can work; decorative ideas are limited only by one's creativity. This article explains one of many ideas.

Mar 6, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

With numerous colours and brands of fabric available, It is possible to channel your imagination and skill into handpainting individual garments.

Jan 25, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

Ordinary eggs can be transformed into something of egg elegance. Ideas come through imagination, patience and experimenting as this craft of egg decoration unfolds.

Jan 9, 2009 - Aileen McLeod

Like many crafts there are certain essential materials and equipment in copper enamelling. Craft suppliers and technical colleges can supply many of these.

Dec 29, 2008 - Aileen McLeod

Egg Tempera is created with a mixture of egg to Water Colour or dry pigment , the yolk is usually preferred. It can be a challenge for an artist to embark upon.

Dec 4, 2008 - Aileen McLeod

Colour Mixing and application to Paper or Canvas with this tried and true approach to a successful Acrylic Painting.

Nov 24, 2008 - Aileen McLeod

Ceramic figurines include bisque birds decorated with glazes and kiln fired.

Apr 11, 2007 - Aileen McLeod

Unlimited ideas with the art of paper-cutting. Creativity develops as you perform the cutting-edge.

Mar 17, 2007 - Aileen McLeod

Choose a focal point in your choice of design and produce a unique decoration by painting on bisque ceramic. Glazes/stains are used and brilliant colours is the result.

Mar 8, 2007 - Aileen McLeod

Ceramic decoration can be fun and creative. Painting designs on tiles will liven up your kitchen,bathroom or extend to a coffee table top. This article is for you.

Mar 5, 2007 - Aileen McLeod

An insight into painting a portrait. Challenges are revealed as the artist reads 'between the lines' that make up the ingredients of this fascinating art form.

Mar 5, 2007 - Aileen McLeod

Miniature painting is alive and growing. Painting portrait miniatures is unique and specialised. Mediums,surfaces of variety for the artistic person to create miniature

Feb 24, 2007 - Aileen McLeod