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Old House Live November 19, 20 & 21, 2010

We had a fun weekend at the Old House Live Show in West Springfield, Mass. I connected with some other exhibitors and came home with a refreshed enthusiasm for all things traditional! The winner of the Wreath and Star floorcloth is Michael Hogan. Congratulations, Michael! I will be in touch to find out where I [...]

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A Canvasworks Floorcloth at the MFA!

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts’ new Art of the Americas wing is stunning.

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Canvasworks Does Murals Too!

I had no idea about how I would actually get this very large scene onto a piece of canvas and then up on their walls! Deep breath…

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The Best Weights of Canvas for Floorcloths

When you are looking to buy or make a floorcloth the first thing to consider is the weight of the canvas used.

Category : Blog &How to Make Your Own &News

A Visit to my Floorcloth in Kentucky

a call came in from a lady asking about a custom floorcloth for her dining room, just off her newly-renovated kitchen. When she told me she lived in Lexington, I asked, “Are you horsey by any chance?”

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Teaching, Designing and Communicating. Now where's the PAINTING?

So yesterday I spent the whole day plunked in front of the computer, drawing out floorcloth designs for new customers. This is fun in small doses because I get to work on new ideas and consider new design options.

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What Paint is Best for Making Floorcloths?

Floorcloth webinar on paint types to use when making your own floorcloth.

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Drawing and Painting Horses Workshop October 16

Learn to draw and paint horses. Basic steps for everyone!

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A Dorm Doesn't Have to Be Dreary!

A floorcloth for a dorm room is the perfect way to brighten a small, dull space.

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