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How To Vectorize a Watercolor Image using Affinity Designer (Mac)

Tutorials - Nov. 18, 2016 - Jessica OklaRoots

Adobe Illustrator appears to be the standard in almost any creative industry.  I have not used it.  If you work for a company that is footing the monthly bill for Ai, high five, that is awesome.  But for me, that is going to cost another 25-50 dollars a month.  And while that doesn’t sound like a terribly large amount of money, I don’t need another monthly expense.

An alternative (especially for those of us who don’t have a need for every Ai feature) is Affinity Designer. …

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This would also be a great bag for the pool, sleepover, road trips, my secret fabric stash 🤫 You name it! 

All of the material for this bag comes from this months @bagmakingbeesclub BABE box, a great subscription for beginners and sew-jo boosting. 

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You’re going to LOVE this one ❤️

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Happy #joyrideday2026 from Saint Augustine Florid Happy  #joyrideday2026 from Saint Augustine Florida!

(These candies are actually really tasty. I’m a fan. As is Kiki the sun conure 🤗 and of course the kids)
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#disneycruise #cruise #bahamas #summer
Comment BIRTHDAY and I’ll message you the link to Comment BIRTHDAY and I’ll message you the link to get your FREE Digital Download for Block Magazine 2023 Volume 10 Issue 3! If you love it, be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the magazine for even more projects. 

Jelly vinyl from @zippervalley 
Bonded nylon from @indolovekreation 
Water resistant canvas lining from @wondergroundfabrics 
Waterproof binding from @wondergroundfabrics 
Holographic tags from @heartwoodandhide_co 

@missouriquiltco #msqcshowandtell #mscqpartner
Today we’re making the CUTEST Mini Bucket Bag from Today we’re making the CUTEST Mini Bucket Bag from @kdillhandmade ❤️❤️

This sweetie is the perfect size for quick outings, craft rooms, kiddos and more. 

This is also June’s @bagmakingbeesclub box, and you have enough materiel to make TWO coordinating bags 😱. Don’t worry, I have cut lists in the video 💪😘

Let me know how you would use this adorable Charley Mini Bucket Bag!

#oklarootstuts #handmade #bagmakingbeesclub
All new colors of our most popular items have arri All new colors of our most popular items have arrived in @shopoklaroots ! We have the popular Large Spiked Craft Bowls restocked as well as the Rounded Fancy Straps. 

I’ve also received requests for clear Strapzeez in standard shapes like the rectangle and circle, for those times you need the functionality of the accessory and not the colorful bling 👍.

Have a great weekend!

#oklarootstuts #bagaccessories #custommade #craftroom
Comment BEACH and I’ll message you a like to today Comment BEACH and I’ll message you a like to today’s video 💪🏝️☀️

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This would also be a great bag for the pool, sleepover, road trips, my secret fabric stash 🤫 You name it! 

All of the material for this bag comes from this months @bagmakingbeesclub BABE box, a great subscription for beginners and sew-jo boosting. 

#oklarootstuts #uhohcreations #bagmakingbeesclub #beachbag #handmade
Too cute to only stay in stories, so to the feed i Too cute to only stay in stories, so to the feed it goes!

I got a lot of questions about these ADORABLE keychains. They come as a set and they’re from @factoryfiftyfive . I highly recommend checking them out if you love all kinds of magical accessories ❤️❤️.

(Also yes, this is all cotton thread. I know I know, I say only use polyester for bags, and I’m sticking to that! These threads are used for quilting 💪)

#oklarootstuts #accessories #thread #bagcharm
My latest fabric purchase! Was I influenced? Was I My latest fabric purchase! Was I influenced? Was I peer pressured? Maybe a bit of FOMO played a role? Doesn’t matter, no regrets 👍

I purchased the Fireglow collection by Sarah Watts with @rubystarsociety from @stashfabrics and the metallics are on point! I love how vibrant these prints look. 10/10

Now I just need a pattern!

#fabric #sewing #bagmaking #rubystarsociety #dragons
This week we are making a full size backpack! And This week we are making a full size backpack! And this sucker comes with all the bells and whistles 💪

Take a look at the OklaRoots YouTube channel for a full tutorial going over the nylon version of the Leader of the Pack backpack from @patternsbyannie 

You’re going to LOVE this one ❤️

#oklarootstuts #byannie #backpack #handmade #sewing
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