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Kelly’s VanVentures
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 30 ม.ค. 2021
Welcome to my channel! I'm Kelly, a solo traveler and artist embracing the van life and the beauty of the open road. As a 50-something Gen-Xer on the brink of retirement, I'm on a mission to get healthier, achieve bucket-list dreams, and savor every adventure this exciting chapter brings.
Journey with me in Harmony, my converted Sprinter van, as I explore breathtaking destinations, meet incredible people, and create stunning artworks inspired by my travels. Together, we'll celebrate the freedom of solo travel and the joy of artistic expression.
Subscribe and let's inspire each other to make the most of our third act, living life to the fullest and finding beauty in every moment!
Journey with me in Harmony, my converted Sprinter van, as I explore breathtaking destinations, meet incredible people, and create stunning artworks inspired by my travels. Together, we'll celebrate the freedom of solo travel and the joy of artistic expression.
Subscribe and let's inspire each other to make the most of our third act, living life to the fullest and finding beauty in every moment!
173 • It's a Makey Christmas • DIY Wood Gingerbread House
#diy #gingerbreadhouse #fluidart
Welcome to the festive season with Makey Claus! 🎅🏻✨ Join me as I create a DIY Wood Gingerbread House. 🏠🔨 Get ready for some holiday crafting fun as I embark on a creative journey to build the most charming wooden gingerbread house.
****** Make Websites:
make.co/
makerfaire.com/
****** Make: TH-cam Channels:
th-cam.com/users/makerfaire
th-cam.com/users/makemagazine
🛠️ MATERIALS used:
Wooden pieces (pre-cut or DIY)
Hot glue
Acrylic paint (various colors)
Paintbrushes
Decorative elements (mini ornaments, faux snow, etc.)
Imagination and holiday spirit! 🎄✨
👩🎨 Get creative and personalize your gingerbread house to make it uniquely yours! Whether you're a seasoned maker or a beginner, this project is perfect for all skill levels. 🎨✂️
Use your woodworking skills to construct a unique gingerbread house.
Get creative with colors, patterns, and festive decorations.
Share your progress and final masterpiece on social media using #MakeyClausChallenge.
🤩 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on my new video releases.
Let's make this holiday season extra special together! 🌟🎊
#MakeyClaus #DIYWoodCraft #GingerbreadHouse #HolidayCrafts #MakeCommunity #DIYProjects #HolidayMagic #CraftingFun
Welcome to the festive season with Makey Claus! 🎅🏻✨ Join me as I create a DIY Wood Gingerbread House. 🏠🔨 Get ready for some holiday crafting fun as I embark on a creative journey to build the most charming wooden gingerbread house.
****** Make Websites:
make.co/
makerfaire.com/
****** Make: TH-cam Channels:
th-cam.com/users/makerfaire
th-cam.com/users/makemagazine
🛠️ MATERIALS used:
Wooden pieces (pre-cut or DIY)
Hot glue
Acrylic paint (various colors)
Paintbrushes
Decorative elements (mini ornaments, faux snow, etc.)
Imagination and holiday spirit! 🎄✨
👩🎨 Get creative and personalize your gingerbread house to make it uniquely yours! Whether you're a seasoned maker or a beginner, this project is perfect for all skill levels. 🎨✂️
Use your woodworking skills to construct a unique gingerbread house.
Get creative with colors, patterns, and festive decorations.
Share your progress and final masterpiece on social media using #MakeyClausChallenge.
🤩 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on my new video releases.
Let's make this holiday season extra special together! 🌟🎊
#MakeyClaus #DIYWoodCraft #GingerbreadHouse #HolidayCrafts #MakeCommunity #DIYProjects #HolidayMagic #CraftingFun
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172 • Bringing Luxury Home: Orange, Brown, and Gold Toilet Seat lid - A Stylish Addition
มุมมอง 104ปีที่แล้ว
🎨 Exploring various mediums, techniques, and color combinations is an absolute joy! 🎨 Thank you so much for stopping by my channel! I genuinely hope you relished watching this video, and I'd be incredibly grateful for your support through subscribing and giving it a thumbs up. Please do share your thoughts, questions, suggestions, or advice in the comments below - I'm all ears! The ultimate way...
171 • Beach Inspired Picture Frame - Creative Process from Start to Finish
มุมมอง 72ปีที่แล้ว
Welcome to my creative journey as I explore various mediums, techniques, and color combinations to bring you this delightful beach-inspired picture frame project! 🎨🏖️ Thank you for taking the time to visit my channel. I hope you thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. Your support means the world to me, so if you haven't already, please consider subscribing and giving this video a thumbs up. I'...
170 • Creating Triptych Textured Art - Exploring Mediums and Techniques
มุมมอง 93ปีที่แล้ว
In this captivating video, I delve into the world of artistry and experimentation, as I create a stunning Triptych Textured Art masterpiece. Each of the three panels measures 12" x 24" with a depth of 1-1/2", providing the perfect canvas for my creative exploration. For this textured creation, I've harnessed the power of Textured Paste, a fusion of All Purpose Joint Compound, PVA Glue, and Tita...
169 • Modern Textured Coffee-Colored Canvas | Abstract Art Creation
มุมมอง 76ปีที่แล้ว
#artisticexpression #abstractcanvas #creativeprocess In this captivating video, I dive into the world of modern textured art, experimenting with an array of mediums, techniques, and exquisite color combinations. Witness the magic unfold as I bring together All Purpose Joint Compound, PVA Glue, Titanium White Paint, and a passionate spirit to create captivating canvases that resonate with depth ...
168 • Painting Love: A Valentine's Day Celebration Through Art 🎨❤️
มุมมอง 101ปีที่แล้ว
#valentinesday #art #love Celebrate Valentine's Day with a touch of art and love! In this video, I'm excited to share with you a charming creation perfect for the season: a pair of adorable wooden hearts that capture the essence of Valentine's Day. After a brief hiatus from my channel, I'm thrilled to be back and gearing up to bring you a plethora of fresh and exciting videos in the coming days...
167 • Custom Toilet Seat and Lid - Acrylic Pour Painting and Fluid Art
มุมมอง 3832 ปีที่แล้ว
#acrylicpourpainting #fluidart #resinart #paintpouring In this captivating acrylic pour painting video, join me as I create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece on a custom toilet seat and lid for my beloved Gona. From #acrylicpourpainting to #fluidart and #resinart, I'm exploring different techniques and color combinations, pouring my creativity onto unexpected canvases. Gona now boasts the perfect thr...
166 • 1st Time Using Gel Paste & Stencil • Sunflowers 🌻 for Love | Painting Tutorial
มุมมอง 2102 ปีที่แล้ว
#acrylicpourpainting #fluidart #love In this heartwarming video, I take on a new artistic challenge using gel paste and a beautiful sunflower stencil. I couldn't be prouder of this young couple, Zack and Karalyn, who are truly a perfect match. Congratulations to them both - my love for you knows no bounds! 🌻 Your thoughts and comments mean the world to me, so please share them below! Watching t...
165 • Episode 4 • Insulating & Sound Deadening Under Headliner | 2021 Sprinter Van Conversion
มุมมอง 3902 ปีที่แล้ว
#VanLife #SprinterVanConversion #TinyHomeOnWheels #DIYCamperConversion Welcome to Episode 4 of my exciting van build series! In this installment, we're diving into the crucial process of insulating and soundproofing the headliner of my 2021 Mercedes Sprinter Van "Harmony." As we transform this cargo van into a cozy and functional tiny home on wheels, join me on this artistic journey filled with...
164 • Ocean Inspired Dutch Pour Acrylic Painting | Fluid Art Techniques | 12x36 Canvas
มุมมอง 3272 ปีที่แล้ว
#acrylicpourpainting #fluidart #resinart #paintpouring Welcome back to my channel! In this exciting episode, I'm back with a mesmerizing ocean-inspired Dutch pour acrylic painting on a 12x36 gallery wrapped canvas. Join me as I explore the captivating world of fluid art, experimenting with various techniques and captivating color combinations. As they say, it's not art if it's not fun, and I'm ...
163 • Transformative Window Installation in Our Sprinter Van | Harmony Build Series - Episode 3
มุมมอง 2392 ปีที่แล้ว
#HarmonyBuildSeries #SprinterVanConversion #VanLifeTransformation Welcome back to the Harmony Build Series! In Episode 3, we take a major step in the transformation of our 2021 Sprinter Van 170WB, affectionately named Harmony. Join us as we share the exciting journey of installing three CR Lawrence T-vent windows. The process was undoubtedly challenging, but the results are more than worth it. ...
162 • Amazing Longboard Flip Cup Art! Watch the Jaw-Dropping Results!
มุมมอง 2262 ปีที่แล้ว
#LongboardArt #FlipCupPainting #CreativeJourney #artistictransformation 🎨 Get ready to be amazed by the incredible transformation of this longboard through the mesmerizing art of flip cup painting! 🛹🎉 In this video, I take you on a creative journey as I turn a plain longboard into a true masterpiece. The results are beyond WOW! 😍🎨 I had an absolute blast painting this longboard and the outcome ...
161 • Installing Roof Rails on 2021 Sprinter Van | Harmony Conversion Series, Episode 2.
มุมมอง 7242 ปีที่แล้ว
#VanHarmonyConversion #SprinterVanConversion #TinyHomeOnWheels Welcome to Episode 2 of the Van Harmony Conversion Series! In this installment, we're diving into the process of installing roof rails on our 2021 Sprinter Van. These roof rails will play a crucial role in the transformation of our van into a full-time tiny home on wheels. 🛒 Items Used in This Video 🛒 Vantech Compatible with Mercede...
160 • Mesmerizing Hydro Dipping with Marbling Paints | DIY Water Marbling Art
มุมมอง 2912 ปีที่แล้ว
160 • Mesmerizing Hydro Dipping with Marbling Paints | DIY Water Marbling Art
159 • Marble Madness: Gona and I's Colorful Adventure at Pine Mountain Lake!
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159 • Marble Madness: Gona and I's Colorful Adventure at Pine Mountain Lake!
158 • Episode 1 • Running Boards on 2021 Sprinter Van
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158 • Episode 1 • Running Boards on 2021 Sprinter Van
157 •✌☮ Groovy Man: FluidStock Collab - Embrace the Colors of the 60s! ☮✌
มุมมอง 6412 ปีที่แล้ว
157 •✌☮ Groovy Man: FluidStock Collab - Embrace the Colors of the 60s! ☮✌
156 • 💙💖💛 Gona & I Playing around - Great Date Night 💖💛💙
มุมมอง 2112 ปีที่แล้ว
156 • 💙💖💛 Gona & I Playing around - Great Date Night 💖💛💙
155 • May the 4th Be With You Collab w/ @MetaPoursFluidArt
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155 • May the 4th Be With You Collab w/ @MetaPoursFluidArt
May the Fourth Be With You ~ Largest Crossover Collaboration
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May the Fourth Be With You ~ Largest Crossover Collaboration
154 • Longboard (Skateboard) • Test Acrylic Pour Painting
มุมมอง 1952 ปีที่แล้ว
154 • Longboard (Skateboard) • Test Acrylic Pour Painting
153 • Huge 24" x 36" Canvas Open Cup pour
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153 • Huge 24" x 36" Canvas Open Cup pour
152 • 🌻Creators For Peace • 🌻🌻Sunflowers for Ukraine
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152 • 🌻Creators For Peace • 🌻🌻Sunflowers for Ukraine
🌻💙🌻 Sunflowers for Ukraine • Amazing Collaboration 🌻💙🌻
มุมมอง 712 ปีที่แล้ว
🌻💙🌻 Sunflowers for Ukraine • Amazing Collaboration 🌻💙🌻
150 • Painting class in my studio February 2022
มุมมอง 2072 ปีที่แล้ว
150 • Painting class in my studio February 2022
149 • Peridot Pour Over Vase Collab. w/ @AmysAcrylicArtistry
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149 • Peridot Pour Over Vase Collab. w/ @AmysAcrylicArtistry
#148 • Blue and Silver Hexagon Coasters with Resin 💙💙
มุมมอง 2522 ปีที่แล้ว
#148 • Blue and Silver Hexagon Coasters with Resin 💙💙
#147 • 💛 💚💜 Mardi Gras Bling it on Pourade Collaboration 💛 💚💜 • Flip cup and Bling
มุมมอง 8682 ปีที่แล้ว
#147 • 💛 💚💜 Mardi Gras Bling it on Pourade Collaboration 💛 💚💜 • Flip cup and Bling
Hello! Great channel and nice video.👍13👈 Have a nice weekend!😊
Thank you! You too!
Good grief..thought pouring itself would never end…huzza..🇨🇦
Thank you so much for watching and your support. 😊
Hello Kelly ❤. So nice to see you again 😀. Thank you so much for the awesome Gingerbread house. Super well done 👏✔. I hope everything is well in Your Life ❤❤. Have a terrific Holiday Season 😀. Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.
Thank you! 🤗
@@KellysVanVentures Absolutely my pleasure Kelly 😊❤
That's just gorgeous Kelly...looking forward to your travels Kelly...hope you make it down this way at some point!
Yep, I plan on coming to Hollywood to paint with my good friend Donna. 🥰
@@KellysVanVenturesgood thing it's not now...we both have Covid...we went to Pourcon in Vegas, had a wonderful time...I came home with the gift 🤣 and passed it to John today! 🙃 Luckily the meds work...between covid, the tropical storm and the earthquake yesterday I'm just chilling here!!!🤩 I look forward to seeing you my friend!
How was Pourcon, who did you go with?@@ItsArtByDonna
🤩 WOW 🤩 That turned out GORGEOUS!!! Remember you are more than welcome to come stay here at the farm and paint. I’m in Southern Ohio.
I would love that, officially on the road in January.
Hi Kelly ❤. This looks amazing. Thank you so much for the awesome idea. I hope all is well in Your world 🌎. Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.
Thank you so much Mark.
@@KellysVanVentures Your so very welcome and deserving Kelly 🥰🌹
Ok, you had my heart right off the bat with the lines!!! I'm a line gal over cell gal in my Creations. I absolutely love, love, love the texture!!! It gives me quite a few inspired ideas to mull over on how to incorporate such into my Creations!!! Thank you for sharing such an amazing Masterpiece!!!😊😊😊
Thank you for watching and for posting such a sweet comment.
wow
Just stunning Kelly...lots of work involved! How much do you charge at the market for a frame like that, just curious? I had no clue you were back, I didn't get any notifications at all from your channel...I happen to see you at Karen and clicked from there...happy to see you back!
Hi Donna, I sell these frames for $35 each or 2 for $60. I'm trying to upload a video every few weeks right now, crazy that I was uploading 3 video's a week for an entire year when I started my channel. Thank you for watching my friend.
@@KellysVanVentures that’s a great price I’m sure they’re a great seller they’re gorgeous 🤩 Kelly! If you remember I used to upload one a day for a long time! Now I’m about one a week ❤️ happy you’re back ✨
Interesting piece Kelly...change is always good...Love it!
Thank you Donna, it's so much fun to do this technique.
Lovely Kelly ❤
Thank you for watching, I really appreciate it.
H friend - how are you - MISS YOU - so glad to see you - Love love your coasters and these frames and I am doing one every other Sunday too so I get it :) - love this video - so glad you are back :)
Hi Lori, I miss all my painting pals and hope to get back to regular posting of my video's. How do you do at the markets?
@@KellysVanVentures Kelly they are doing awesome. I only sell 1 to 3 painting each one but the jewelry, trays, coasters and glass work/wine glasses are banking -so no complaints - I LOVE your set up - so glad you are well and I understand TH-cam is just a hobby won't get rich off of it LOL
Beautiful creation! So creative! Subb❤️Ed
Thank you Soraya
This is so cool! Those colors shine and the result is amazing. Saw you over on TH-cam Artists FB. Are you in the Sprinter van now?
This is so pretty! I’ve always wanted to try this!
You should try it Amber, it is a lot of fun. Thank you for watching.
This is freaking GORGEOUS ❤❤❤
So cool.
Thank you, I appreciate your support very much.
Very nice 👍
Thank you so much for watching
Kelly this is so simplistic and fun to watch. Love your color choices. Hope you are well too. ❤
Thank you Garrick, I'm doing well, just been super busy and need to catch up on some of my Pals videos. 💙
Kelly you won’t believe it but I just did a texture painting and it will be on TH-cam today that is VERY similar in composition and color. GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE! Lol. Couldn’t believe what I was seeing. I really like doing texture. 😊
Thank you for watching Karen, it really is so much fun.
Kelly this is beautiful.
Thank you very much.
Kelly I loved watching you do this. I've been seeing this on Instagram and been wanting to try myself. Love the brown tones too. Can't wait to see more!
Thank you Garrick, I’m in love with the results and the process.
Really cool Kelly❤
Thank you you Shelli, just having a great time creating.
@@KellysVanVentures And that’s what it’s all about Kelly! Hope you are well!🤗
Love it! It’s so unique and that’s such a great thing. Bravo! 😊🌹
Thank you Rose, it is really fun and I love the clean lines.
Hi. I was just talking about you yesterday to my hubby that I hadn’t seen a video from you and here you are today! I want to do texture also. Got the materials but need to finish another painting first. Good job. Looks like fun. 😊
Hi Karen, yes, I'm trying to do more videos, but it seems like I'm at about 1 per month at the moment. Just been crazy busy creating functional art for my craft shows so I can make a little bit of cash to pay for all my crazy art supplies. :)
So awesome Kelly. Hope you are well
Thank you Lori, just been super busy making functional art for my shows haven't had time to video the things I've been making, but maybe I'll try and sneak in a little video here and there. 😉
So beautiful. What are your color?
Colors used in the 24" x 36" Blue painting: Glidden Satin: Pageant Song, Sterling Silver & Silver Blueberry Colors used in the 18" x 24" Coffee painting: Glidden Satin: Brandied Pears, Almond Cream, Pony Tail, Earthy Ocher & Coffee with cream
Hi Kelly ❤. Thank you so much for your wonderful presentation. Very nicely done ✔ as always 👏. I hope all is well with you ❤. Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.
Thank you Mark, you are always so kind.
@@KellysVanVentures Absolutely my pleasure to watch your wonderful creations 💘🤩
Glad to see you back painting Kelly...can't wait to see how they convert the van!!! Lovely color's you used here...you haven't lost your touch Kelly, these are beautiful!
Thank you so much Donna, it really feels good to be back in the studio. 🖌🥰
Great that you went „all in“, Kelly! 😆 those turned out just lovely! Great color choices, too!! Also:I fully understand how life collides with TH-cam 😆 Glad to see you back at it!
Thank you so much, it feels great to be back in the studio.
Kelly, so happy to see you back again. Beautiful hearts. Happy Valentine's day.
Thank you so much for watching and yes, it's great to be back. Happy Valentines Day to you.
Hello kelly! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us all again ❤. Super well done 👏✔. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY 💝. Mark Bensette Aux Bois 🇨🇦.
Thank you so much Mark, you are always so supportive. 💖
@@KellysVanVentures Absolutely my pleasure 😊❤ Kelly!
The hearts turned out beautifully. But I especially loved the beach themed frames! So gorgeous 😍!!
Thank you, I made about 15 of those beach frames and have sold them all. I need to make a few more for an up coming show March 18th & 19th.
great coloring
Kelly, always going outside the box...this is amazing! Yes, I saw Tammy's too...but I do believe she only did the top part...you did it all!!! Awesome with the 2 coats or resin...he's one lucky guy!!! Please check your fb messages, I sent you a message a while back and was hoping you would have seen it before it expired...hugs sweetie! Beautiful throne 🤣
❤ Thank you so much Donna, it was a fun item to pour over and G just loves it.
Cool! I've seen Tammy Anderson do this, and a woman I used to follow in New Zealand, McEArt.
Thank you for watching, it was a fun one to create.
You are so wonderful, wish you a new day full of joy and happiness. Always accompany and develop with you lk22
Hi kelly. I love this. Colors are so happy. Also cool technique. Turned out awesome. Hope you are well 😊
Thank you Lori, I was just so happy that they both loved it and it will be hanging in their house for years to come.
HIIIII. Oh my I was so glad to hear from you - How are you Kelly- miss hearing from you- still love watching your videos - keep in touch - Merry Christmas xxoo
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Congratulation's Zack and Carolyn...somehow missed this one Kelly...it was right around my birthday and had family in from out of town...this is beautiful....lovely idea!!! Loved that intro!!! ❤
Thank you Donna and Happy Belated Birthday my friend. They are such a sweet couple and so prefect for each other. 💖
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I half to take a note on outlining to give yourself landmarks. What a sweet video ❤️
Thank you my friend, it was a special painting for a sweet couple. ♥️
So pretty. Great tip on glueing the photo to create laminate. I bet they loved it. 😊
It was going to be their guestbook for everyone to sign, but they loved it so much that they didn’t want anyone writing on it. 💕
Mind blowing sharing my friend
Thank you so much, we are having a blast converting Harmony.
Great sharing friend😃
Thank you very much for your support, it is much appreciated. 😊
Kelly I'm so sorry you were sick and I'm really glad you're feeling better. Congratulations on your son's wedding. Beautiful pictures. Glad you're getting back on track ❤️
Thank you so much my sweet friend. I don’t wish that flu on anyone, it was horrible. It feels good to be back. 🥰
Delighted to watch your magical creative performance. In the end it turned out great. Appreciate your creative talent. Have a good day friend. ♥️🕊️😀🦕🤗
Thank you so much for watching Dino. 😊
@@KellysVanVentures Welcome friend. I work with clay animation work. ♥️🕊️🌍🦕
I am a more conventional artist.. brush-paint on canvas kind,, but I loved watching your creation.. suc gorgeous colors!
Thank you so much Rita.
@@KellysVanVentures You are welcome, Kelly 🙂
Its exciting to see your van coming along.!! So cool you know what your doing. I wouldnt have a clue. 💜💜
Thank you Amy, I watch a lot of videos. I just can’t wait to be done, so I can hit the road and paint with my friends. 🥰
WOW - we should have done a collab Kelly- I literally just did one of these over this past weekend- - I LOVE THIS - so glad you are back - I was thinking of you the other day- hope you are well - glad you are better - so glad to see you- I LOVE THIS xxoo
Thank you Lori, a collab with you would be so fun, let's get something on the books. I look forward to watching your video. 💙
@@KellysVanVentures YES lets Kelly that would be amazing- I am a little intimidated LOL - I love your work :). But would be thrilled to do one with you - So glad to see you back