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Folk Art for the Fun of It

Folk Art for the Fun of It

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This is a site devoted to and all about Folk Art.

From collecting, finding and creating Folk Art, you will find it all right here. Learn all about the history of Folk Art and find tips of how and where to collect it.

New projects will be posted regularly with step-by-step guides on creating your own works of art.

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  • Fun Folk Art Chenille Christmas Ornaments on Etsy

    Posted on Monday November 16th, 2009 at 19:22 in default

    There are some wonderful artists selling Christmas ornaments on Etsy, you simply must see. With Christmas just around the corner there is no time to waste. Just check out these fun folk art decorations and you will be sure to get in the spirit!"Old...

  • What is Outsider Art?

    Posted on Wednesday May 6th, 2009 at 14:22 in default

    by Lynn Marmitt Where does the work of outsider artists fit into the art world? First, some general background information about these artists is important to establish. Some outsider artists were prisoners who used art not only as a means of expres...

  • What is Outsider Art?

    Posted on Wednesday May 6th, 2009 at 14:22 in default

    by Lynn Marmitt Where does the work of outsider artists fit into the art world? First, some general background information about these artists is important to establish. Some outsider artists were prisoners who used art not only as a means of exp...

  • Short History of Tole Painting

    Posted on Tuesday May 5th, 2009 at 10:47 in default

    Tole Painting is a celebrated folk art, which decorates metal and wooden objects. Teapots, Coffeepots, tables, chairs, and chests, including hope chests, toy boxes and jewelry boxes find a new lease of life with a touch of Tole painting. Toleware is ...

  • Short History of Tole Painting

    Posted on Tuesday May 5th, 2009 at 10:47 in default

    Tole Painting is a celebrated folk art, which decorates metal and wooden objects. Teapots, Coffeepots, tables, chairs, and chests, including hope chests, toy boxes and jewelry boxes find a new lease of life with a touch of Tole painting. Toleware is ...

  • Pennsylvania German Folk Art

    Posted on Tuesday May 5th, 2009 at 10:04 in default

    Pennsylvania German art is a distinctive folk style transplanted by European immigrants who settled in southeastern Pennsylvania. Characterized by the bold use of color and motifs that emphasize birds, flowers, and elaborate decoration, Pennsylvania ...

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