Lilo Kahlua

I often get requests to do a sketch as a tribute for pets who have passed. These sketches are always special to me because of the impact associated with the loss of a loved one.

I didn't know Lilo Kahlua personally, but many of you may have known this special little girl. She has her own Instagram, Facebook and many videos on YouTube showcasing how much she loved to make people smile. I consider it an honor to have been asked to sketch such an incredible girl who will be so missed by all who knew her. 

Doodle Mug

What's better than a personalized gift that only costs a couple of dollars?! Not a whole lot! One Pinterest project that has been on my list for quite some time has been doodle mugs. Just plain white coffee mugs with doodles. They are perfect for adding a little bit of fun to your morning cup of joe. So what do you need? Simple...

A plain white ceramic coffee mug, a sharpie and some imagination!

Doodle on the mug. Then bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Then cool. Easy as that!

Mine, was for a thank you gift. So I wrote "thank you," in as many different ways as I could think of. Trying to use all different fonts as I went along. I just filled with candy, added a bow and it was a huge hit! A great simple way to say thanks!

It would also be a great gift for those coffee lovers in your life. What coffee fanatic doesn't need a new mug?! Just make it your own and the lucky recipient will LOVE it! Add a fun mustache, a funny saying or a sweet love note.

Painted Pumpkins

It's Fall Y'all!

Fall is my favorite time of year. What's yours?

Knobby Necklace Hanger

Introducing my newest creation: Knobby Necklace Hanger! This quirky necklace hanger is perfect for any girl who has a passion for fashion! Tangled jewelry is a thing of the past. It all hangs nicely and tangle free!

52 reasons we love you

This has been one of my favorite and most personal projects I have done so far. I wanted to give my mom a little just because gift. She does so much for me and our family and I just wanted her to know that what she does is appreciated. So I collaborated with my sister for half of the project. We each came up with 26 reasons why we love her and combined them in a card book. Each of the cards expressed a reason we love her. There were so many to choose from, that picking just 52 collectively wasn't a hard task at all! It turned out so cute that I just had to share!

The PAWSitively Precious Seven

Keeping track of multiples is no easy task, especially when they are all running around on four legs! These precious little things were such a delight to draw, even though I had a tough time keeping them straight. I felt like I was drawing the same dog over and over again, but when you lay them all out next to one another, each of their personalities come to life! Such a fun project!

Inspired By...

By latest inspiration has found me in my favorite way. Shopping! I was out and about and found this adorable ring. It is so simple, yet so cute. It sent me into doodle mania.

I'm Obsessed!

Ever since I experienced with making my Antiqued Mirror Glass, I've become addicted! I have been trying to get my hands on anything glass. My latest experiment you ask? This beautiful accessory mirror for my bathroom. A girl always has to know how her hair looks from the back, and now I have a beautiful mirror to do so. They are so fun to make, I just can't stop!

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after

From Jeans to Daisy Dukes

Living this summer on a budget has been no easy task, but it has steered me to working more with what I have instead of buying new. Next up on my summer project list: Daisy Dukes! This has been one of my favorite projects so far! You know me, I can never have anything looking new and perfect so these shorts were a definite win! 

I had a load of old jeans in the trunk of the car just waiting for the second hand store. I was going to trade them in for cash so I could go buy some new jean shorts for the blistering heat. Then it hit me, why spend time, gas, and money on trading in and buying new, when I can make my own instead!

I started by cutting off at a safe place (they could always be trimmed shorter), and then I went to work. With just some scissors and bleach, I made my new favorite pair of Daisy Dukes! =) I had originally planned on a cuffed bottom but opted for the ragged edge (of course). So they ended up shorter, and messier, and perfect!

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after

I would have paid big bucks for those sassy things!

Antiqued Mirror Glass

I'm all about anything vintage. The look of old, worn, torn, rusted or busted just gets my wheels a turnin'. My favorite color pallet of dark red, browns, and golds has transformed into a fairytale story of white, white and more white! What better accessory to white than old vintage glass?! The distressed look of these glass pieces are slowly brightening my deep dark dungeon into a bright fantasy world.

before: plain ol' boring glass

after: beautiful antiqued mirror glass

wavy crazy vase

votive candle holders

Larger than Life!

This project has literally taken me months to finish. It seems like it took me forever (because it did). It has been the biggest project that I have done. EVER! Besides being the biggest drawing I have finished, it was the biggest frustration, biggest motivation drainer, and the biggest reward as an artist. It has built up my confidence so much that I feel I can do ANYTHING! I had so many hesitations starting this project because I had never attempted a drawing of this size. After all the time and hard work it has finally paid off! I know Rosehill Yorkies is finally ready to have it!

We're Now on Etsy!

Wonders Within is now on Etsy! You can now purchase all of the handmade treasures Wonders Within has to offer quickly and easily. It has a lot of new items that will be shown soon on the blog including Antiqued Mirror Glass and Wrap Bracelets. Check it out!

Handmade Vintage Skeleton Keys!

Unlock your summer wardrobe with these vintage fairytale skeleton key necklaces! They are a one of a kind addition to your jewelery collection. They include a vintage skeleton key along with various charms and feathers.

Order your fairytale necklace by contacting me by email karissawonders@gmail.com or visiting my Wonders Within Etsy Shop!

Wood Transfer

This summer I am going to try and do all of the crafty things that have been piling up on my To Do list. First up, wood transfer! I have seen the idea done all over and wanted to give it a shot. I got the instructions from PetaPixel and it worked out great (after a few failed attempts).

I did this fun little project with my mom and we learned some helpful tips along the way:

1. Use a THICK layer of mat medium before laying your print down.
2. Allow it to fully dry (we waited over night to avoid the growing anticipation)
3. Rub Rub Rub! Keep rubbing until all of the paper has been removed
 

Each print we made turned out better than the one before. They are so much fun and make great gifts for friends and family. It was the perfect project to start off the summer! =)

check it out!

Hi everyone! Check out my recently added Interior Design page! Here I will be showcasing my interior design projects from school and those done on the side. Enjoy!

Hand Rendered AutoCAD drawing

Syd and Cocoa

Here is my latest Sketchy Kreation: Syd and Cocoa. A drawing for the cutest little girl and her puppy. Happy Birthday! =)