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Decorative Artist's Workbook, December 2005   Item No. #DA1205 Price: $8.00 Quantity:   Special Project Section Great Gifts for $25 or Less Give more, pay less with these right-priced projects. Christmas, Country Style Atop a tree, or atop a package, these tins add a festive touch. By Ellen Stamilio Purse-onality Create an elegant accessory that has seasonal style. By Lina Hoffmann Bear Blessings Make candles even cozier with this warm and cuddly design. By Annette Fernandez Sweetened Tea Paint a holiday teapot that any tea lover is sure to treasure. By Judy Diephouse You're Cordially Invited Please an ornament collector with a new set of tree trimmings. By Bonnie J. Frederico Home for the Holidays Signs of Santa Decorate and stay organized with this seasonal note center. By Jean Zawicki A Light Snow This snowman lamp will light up a room—and faces, too! By Chris Haughey Bear Hugs You're sure to win hugs with this sweet-as-can-be treat box. By Jamie Mills-Price Just Coasting Along This too-cute serving tray also holds matching coasters. By Trudy Beard Bell Choir Make a wooden candle keeper an artful holiday accent. By Ann Kingslan Setting Pretty Make your holiday table bloom with elegant flowers that are surprisingly simple to paint. By Arlene Swiatek Gillen Collector's Series: Painter's Quick Reference—Part 6: Santa You can make painting Santa simple by using this step-by-step guide. By Della Wetterman Columns Product Spotlight Use easy-to-sew canvas to make—and paint—a one-of-a-kind decorative flag. By Dorothy Egan One-Day Decorator A wreath of flowers is a versatile design choice. By Donna Dewberry Tips & Techniques Learn how to "edit" a photo into a paintable design. By Deanne Fortnam Step By Step—Acrylics Paint a fabulous, female cardinal in several simple steps. By Deanne Fortnam Step By Step—Oils Paint a realistic candle 1, 2, 3. By Sherry C. Nelson Departments Editor's Note Brush Talk Painter's Potpourri The Painting Doctor How-To Help Double-Loading Rouging Color Dry-Brushing Stippling Fur Floating Color Comma Stroke Scrubbing Color