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My 8 Favorite TPK Art Tutorials

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Crayon Gemstones | The Postman's Knock

When I was little, I had books that showed you how to use a series of shapes to draw an animal. It was amazing to see those shapes come together to make something realistic! I still love working step by step to create an awesome result, and that’s why there are so many art tutorials on the TPK blog! Today, I have compiled a list of my favorite art tutorials on this website. This list goes from oldest to newest — so don’t be surprised if you see something from yesteryear that you missed!
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Botanical Frame Envelope Art Tutorial

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Botanical Frame Envelope Art Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

I love envelope art because it requires minimal time commitment, and it gives you the opportunity to experiment with new lettering and art techniques. As an added bonus, your recipient will get something in the mail from you that makes them happy! Today, I’ll show you how to make a piece of striking botanical envelope art using basic watercolor, lettering, and calligraphy techniques.
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Watercolor Hexagons Mail Art Tutorial

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Watercolor Hexagons Mail Art Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

We’ve been moving house here in Boulder, which translates into a bit of chaos. Most of my time lately has been devoted to packing, unpacking, and searching for things that have mysteriously disappeared. To temper the stress of the move, I decided to give myself a creative time-out, and this watercolor hexagons mail art was born. I really enjoyed making it because it’s neat and orderly, yet also colorful and artistic! If you have some time this weekend, I encourage you to give it a try. Here’s how to make it:
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Abstract Bubbles Watercolor Birthday Card Tutorial

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Abstract Bubbles Watercolor Birthday Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

If you haven’t noticed, I’m big on handmade birthday cards. They combine two things that I love: being creative and making someone happy! This “Abstract Watercolor Bubbles” birthday card is no exception … it’s fun to make and will delight its new owner. You can learn how to make one just like it in the steps below!
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Modern Family Crest Tutorial

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Modern Family Crest Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

Long ago, family crests — which technically are called “coats of arms” — were used as a way to show family achievements and high-ranking status. In modern times, however, you don’t have to be a descendent of nobility or an impressive knight to have a family crest. Today’s tutorial will show you how to design your own family crest using a printable template and watercolor botanicals!
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Embellished Fish DIY Card Tutorial

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Embellished Fish DIY Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

This fish-themed DIY card is one of my favorite card concepts on the TPK blog! There’s a lot to love about the card: it’s gender-neutral, fascinating to look at, and fun to make. It’s also endlessly customizable — feel free to switch up the colors and the design to suit your personal style! You can learn how to make this card in the steps below.
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Words and Vines Valentine’s Day Card Tutorial

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Words and Vines Valentine's Day Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

This artistic Valentine’s Day card is perfect for sending to anyone that you love! As a bonus, it will help you to build up your lettering and watercolor skills. This tutorial isn’t difficult to create, and it’s endlessly customizable! You can change the words, the colors, and the shape and size of the card to fit your needs.
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Quick Balloon-Themed Birthday Card Tutorial

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Quick Balloon Birthday Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

I have posted my fair share of card tutorials on this site … and I can’t admit to all of them being quick. I know that you don’t always have time to draw and cut out an armoire, paint dozens of tiny leaves, or commit to making scores of parallel lines! Next time you find yourself on a bit of a tight card deadline, try this quick birthday card tutorial. Its versatility and simple technique makes it the perfect paper good for anyone’s special day!
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Retro Floral Thank You Card Tutorial

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Retro Floral Thank You Card Tutorial | The Postman's Knock

After this busy but wonderful holiday weekend, I know that you’ll really enjoy putting together this retro floral thank you card! It’s a relaxing, straightforward watercolor and illustration project, which makes it great for new artists who want to create something cool. As an added bonus, you can send it to the Santa (or Santas) in your life to show your appreciation for any gifts that you receive!
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