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Make an Easy Handmade Mobile of Your Art

Tutor: Rosie Johnson, sign writer, illustrator and artist

Join self-taught artist Rosie as she shows you how to make a beautiful hanging mobile with simple designs.

In this craft tutorial, Rosie shows you how simple it is to create your own DIY hanging mobile using acetate, paint and wire. Transform your drawings into a colourful art mobile that can be displayed in your home, a child's bedroom, or even adapted into a cute baby mobile.

About Rosie:

Rosie is a self-taught sign writer, illustrator and artist who has tons of experience teaching people of all abilities the art of hand lettering, decorative arts and handmade items.

Preparation

Find a comfortable space to work at a table or flat surface

Video time

60 minutes

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  • A few sheets of acetate (these are see-through, overhead projector sheets. Can be bought at any craft store)
  • Black Sharpie pen
  • Paints (acrylic is best)
  • Paint brushes
  • Wire and string to hang up (any kind that you feel comfortable using and bending)
  • Scissors

Easy mixed media hanging mobile

If you enjoyed this session, join Rosie to make a mixed media hanging mobile using leftover or waste cardboard and a selection of household crafts.

a close up of a mixed media hanging mobile made by Rosie Johnson