Cre8tive Compass Magazine

Transforming Your Life Into Art~Exploring the Creative Life and Lifestyle - Arts/Crafts - DIY - Decorating - Recipes - Entertaining - Radio - Classes

DIY Decor

gatherings

Tablescapes

Recipes


framed chalk board tutorial

DIY Thanksgiving Chalk Board Tutorial

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Do you ever have a dream project that all the pieces seem to fall into place easily? This DIY Thanksgiving Chalk Board Tutorial is one of those! It all started when HIMself and I went to town the … [Read more...]

Black Bird Vignettes for Halloween

DIY Black Bird Vignettes for Halloween

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I love to create little Halloween vignettes around the house. Scary or cute, they all make me smile. I found these feathered friends at The Dollar Store last year. Remember when I did the 'Nevermore' … [Read more...]

painted pumpkins from Green Wedding Shoes

My 12 Best Painted Pumpkins for 2012

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I love pumpkins...eating them, decorating them and, most of all, painting them. I have been consumed this year with seeking out the best of the best painted pumpkins to share with you. I have gathered … [Read more...]

color and light

Seeing the Light: Metamerism II

written by Debra Disman

To support my  attempt to demystify the baffling phenomenon of metamerism, and enhance our understanding of it, let us review the four types of metamerism described in the previous post, “Seeing the … [Read more...]

Muz-ing on our Color Choices

written by Debra Disman

Each month, usually the third Sunday of the month, at 4:15 PST, I have the honor, and the responsibility, of visiting the inspiring and informative Artistically Speaking Talk Show, brainchild of the … [Read more...]

Brand of Colors

written by Debra Disman

A recent color consultation and analysis got me thinking...about why we choose the colors that we do.  Of course we can analyze, assess from various vantage points, provide argumentation to support … [Read more...]

Rebecca E. Parsons art, digital art

Transforming Your Life Into Art

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Your entire life, my dear ones, is a work of art...a masterpiece created by the Master. And as is true of all masterpieces, everything has meaning and is important! All the big things, all the little … [Read more...]

Kitchens I Want to Cook In Someday

Kitchens I Want to Cook In Someday

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I spent a wonderful part of Sunday afternoon creating a new board on Pinterest!!! I am spending more and more time there and have now included time for it in my weekly calendar!!! Oh yes I did!!! I … [Read more...]

Color for all Reasons I

written by Debra Disman

We have so many situations in our lives when we are called upon to make color decisions.  Whether it be for our homes, our appearance, our mode of transport, our creative endeavors, our web presence, … [Read more...]

Dream Doer Sandra Pineault

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Artist Sandra Pineault (Pino) is a dream doer. Her art is delightfully inspiring...the kind you can look at for a long time and remain intrigued and captivated. It has dynamic movement and her color … [Read more...]

Blue Sky Collection Circle of Life Soapstone Figure

Circle of Life Soapstone Sculpture Giveaway

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I am an artist above all else. I see beauty everywhere. I love my Circle of Life Soapstone Sculpture. It sits on my desk and reminds me of my mission. Circles hold a deep meaning for me and my … [Read more...]