Kathy Cano-Murillo, the Crafty Chica
I'm a binge crafter and artist who somehow found a way to make a living out of it. I write a nationally syndicated craft column for The Arizona Republic.
I author craft books and run a Latino art biz with my husband, ChicanoPopArt.com.
My biggest challenge is that I'm addicted to bright colors, hi-gloss varnish and glitter. My designs often tend to lean that way. I break out in hives if I try to design with pastels, muted tones or monochromatic color schemes. We have two kids and four chihuahuas.
My ultimate dream came true this year- I was approached by Duncan Enterpirses (makers of Aleene's Tacky Glue and Tulip paints!) to design and launch my own product line!
My Crafty Chica product line comes out in 141 Michaels stores in August! An endcap display!!!
Aside from that, I'm currently working on my seventh book, a sewing book for Potter Craft, it is called Crafty Chica's Guide to Artful Sewing: Fabu-low-sew Projects for the Everyday Crafter". It comes out Feb 17, 2009. I also have my debut novel coming out through Grand Central Publishing next summer.
You can see more about me at my web site, www.CraftyChica.com
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- Crafty Chica Challenge: Deck the Halls! 46 photos, 21 members
- Absolutely Free Collage Sheets 138 photos, 111 members
- Artists And Their Art 60545 photos, 3942 members
- Goals for 2010 11 photos, 29 members
- SOLO BOTONES - ONLY BUTTONS 559 photos, 250 members
- Enid Collins 366 photos, 168 members
- Rainbow's all over the World 45 photos, 15 members
- Spiritual Beauty of ALL PEOPLE 128 photos, 40 members
- INDIGENOUS PEOPLES 573 photos, 37 members
- Inner Crows Delights 251 photos, 44 members
- Cupcakes, Glitter & Art 2003 photos, 321 members
- ALIENS , GHOSTS, WEE PEOPLE, FAIRIES, ELEMENTALS and all manner 237 photos, 43 members
- Crafty Chica Challenge: Create a Day of the Dead Shrine 111 photos, 78 members
- A Wee Bit Warped 510 photos, 96 members
- Habitat for Humanity: It all starts at home. 1436 photos, 160 members
- Arts and Crafts Tutorials 1825 photos, 1029 members
- 365 Days 903731 photos, 16297 members
- the creative JAR 402 photos, 156 members
- 365 Days of MUG shots 220 photos, 63 members
- Frida's Amigas 306 photos, 62 members
- Vintage Toys: Lost & Found~ 79 photos, 123 members
- Swap Village 111 photos, 24 members
- I LOVE TACKY GLUE 38 photos, 18 members
- C.A.C.A. 7 photos, 22 members
- Getty Images on Flickr 0 photos, 7032 members
- Lucite, Resin, Acrylic! 367 photos, 73 members
- GPS Photorino 77 photos, 267 members
- Jewelry, Ornaments & Textiles 53156 photos, 4702 members
- Crafty Girls 27465 photos, 1795 members
- Crafty Chica Challenge: Glitter & Embellish Your Own Beach Tote 63 photos, 91 members
- Phoenix Friday Nights 168 photos, 69 members
- Bad Art Group 43 photos, 15 members
- Rhinestones and Glitter, Covered and Smothered 140 photos, 54 members
- Block Prints 5335 photos, 1041 members
- Craft Leftovers Charity Challenge 0 photos, 11 members
- Self Portrait Challenge - Red 881 photos, 334 members
- Crafty Chica Art Cruise! 141 photos, 10 members
- A Little Hut Projects 3 photos, 291 members
- no etsy allowed, post 1 comment 1 2534 photos, 434 members
- Button It Up 207 photos, 93 members
- Valley of the Sun (Phoenix Metro) 13778 photos, 897 members
- Phoenix Metro 4014 photos, 218 members
- Sew Darn Cute: The Book 65 photos, 64 members
- In my bedroom 300 photos, 101 members
- Sew Bettie Fabric 8 photos, 86 members
- How ya Hangin - Jewelry Displays 90 photos, 35 members
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Testimonials (3)
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deedeedowns says:
"Kathy is even more extraordinary than she appears at first glance. She and Patrick are, admittedly, inspired artists...their designs, compositions, and colors are vibrant and ingenious; their product line is original (and, okay, a bit addictive); but it is Kathy's dedication to her fellow beings that lifts everything she touches into the realm of the sublime. If you don't believe me, just ask her chihuahuas!"
17th September, 2008
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Skelekitty (Krissi Sandvik) says:
"Kathy's colorful personality and positive outlook rubs off on you, not unlike the glitter that floats around her like a cloud of Technicolor fairy dust!"
10th March, 2008
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Terry.Tyson says:
"Kathy's approach to art, craft and living combines true original vision with a deep nod to and an understanding of her cultural roots. And she does it with a style that is unmistakably her own.
What's more, she and her talented husband, Paul, makes the Murillo family truly an artistic force worth noting.
It doesn't hurt that she is one of the most adorable persons you'll meet in this short exercise we call "life".
Watch out world, ¡el chica del arte está aquí!*
*sorry, "crafty chica" doesn't translate too easily!"15th February, 2008
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