Pretty Painting Ideas to Make you a Rock Star

These are the last set of rocks I painted over the Summer using "Rock Art! Painting and Crafting with the Humble Pebble" by Denise Scicluna as my inspiration.

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Quaint heart designs will transform cold stones into heart-warming treasures.

Love Hearts: inspired by "Rock Art!" by Denise Scicluna

I love these charming folksy designs painted on pebbles.

Get Folksy: inspired by "Rock Art!" by Denise Scicluna

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And this colorful, folksy design is my favorite!

Get Folksy: inspired by "Rock Art!" by Denise Scicluna

You don't have to paint a detailed butterfly to create a pretty butterfly on rocks.

Flutter By Butterfly: inspired by "Rock Art!" by Denise Scicluna

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If ...

You have ever:

• Wanted to try your hand at rock painting, or
• Thought that making art is not for you, or
• Needed fun projects for kids and grandkids, or
• Searched for easy art therapy projects for both children and adults, or
• Been at a loss for creative inspiration...

Then...

"Rock Art! Painting and Crafting with the Humble Pebble" by Denise Scicluna is the perfect resource for you!

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This is how "Rock Art!" inspired me over the Summer.

 
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Useful Links

• "Rock Art! Painting and Crafting with the Humble Pebble"
• 5 imaginative rock painting ideas from "Rock Art!"
• 5 fun rock painting ideas from "Rock Art!"
• 5 creative rock painting ideas from "Rock Art!"
• 5 easy and colorful ideas from "Rock Art!" 
• A Rock Painting Book Perfect for Beginners (Blog Post of May 19, 2015) 

© Cindy Thomas Painted Rocks 

Rock Painting Projects for Valentine's Day

Nothing says "I love you" more than a hand-made gift. These rock painting projects and ideas are unique and whimsical ways to show your love on Valentine's Day and warm the recipient's heart.

Sweet, Simple Gifts - No Fat Rock Candies

Painted rock candies are a sweet Valentine's Day gift to paint on rocks and stones. Learn how to paint rock candy.

How to Create Valentine's Day Gifts of Painted Love Bug Rocks

Love Bug painted rocks would certainly warm the heart of that special Valentine both young and old. Learn how to paint these cute critters.

How to Create a Stained Glass Heart Stone with Glue and Paint

This is a simple project and great for kids. They can easily draw their own design and paint within the lines. See the "how to" for this project.

Painted Heart Stones

You can paint all types of heart designs on triangular and heart-shaped rocks and they make great gifts for any occasion!
Click here for heart ideas and inspiration.

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone.

© Cindy Thomas Painted Rocks

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Rock Painting Ideas: Hearts Painted on Stones

You can paint all types of heart designs on triangular and heart-shaped rocks and they make great gifts for any occasion!

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For ideas and inspiration to paint on heart-shaped and triangular rocks and stones, I've started a new Pinterest board - Ideas: Hearts Painted Rocks.

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Here's a fun heart idea you can paint on a rock right now.

Click to learn more about this painted heart rock project

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Visit my Pinterest Rock Painting Ideas and Helps board to get inspiration for other painted rocks projects.

© Cindy Thomas Painted Rocks

Painting Rocks: How to Create a Stained Glass Effect with Glue and Paint

I tried this black glue painting technique on stones and rocks to create a stained-glass effect.

I had loads of fun with this easy project which is great for kids. They can easily draw their own design and paint within the lines.

 

Stained glass effect using "black glue"

Supplies

• White school glue (e.g, Elmer's); 1/2 bottle
• Black acrylic paint
• Flat stone
• Paint colors of your choice

Steps

• Mix 2 squirts black paint into 1/2 bottle of white glue. (I used the end of an old paint brush to mix the glue and paint right in the bottle)
• Draw your design on the stone with a pencil first
• Trace over your pencil design by squeezing the black glue bottle (see Tips)

• Let the black glue dry completely (several hours is best) before painting the sections
• Paint each section. It will be easy to stay within the lines with the black glue border 

• Finish with a gloss sealer

Tips

• It's important to use this technique on a flat stone otherwise the glue will drip down the sides
• After drawing your design with pencil, fill it in with white paint and your paint colors will be brighter
• If you mess up while tracing your design with the black glue, just wipe it off before it dries
• You can also correct and erase black glue mistakes by using a toothpick or paper clip to scrape off or re-shape the line when the glue is semi-dry
• Two or more coats of paint may be necessary, especially if you didn't use white as a base coat  

Ideas

Look what you can paint on stones using the black glue technique

Black Glue Stone Heart Cheat Sheet

© Cindy Thomas Painted Rocks

How to Create Valentine's Day Gifts of Painted Love Bug Rocks

Valentine's Day will be here before you know it. Instead of giving a card, give gifts of painted rock love bugs.

Say Happy Valentine's Day with a Gift of Love Bug Painted Rocks

What you'll need:

• Round rocks - plump or flat
• Acrylic paints
• Brushes
• Valentine Love Bugs free how-to lesson 

Love Bug painted rocks would certainly warm the heart of that special Valentine both young and old.

Love Bugs Painted on Rocks

But, you can make these gifts more personal and special:

• Place the painted love bug rocks in a Valentine-themed container
• Use Valentine-themed padding in the container

Tip: Visit your local craft, dollar or thrift store for Valentine-themed containers and accessories (red baskets, bowls, dishes, mugs, fabric, wrapping paper, etc.) to customize your Love Bug Valentine gifts.

Idea: Purchase a box of chocolates and replace one of the chocolates with a brightly-colored Valentine Love Bug.  However, keep the recipient in mind. You don't want them to try to eat the stone!



Of course, Love Bug rocks aren't just for holidays. You can warm hearts any time of the year with painted Love Bug rocks.


Painted rock candies are another easy gift idea for Valentine's Day.