Happy birthday to American painter Mary Stevenson Cassatt! Born on May 22nd in 1844 in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania, and living until 1926, she spent most of her life in France.

When Impressionist painter Mary Stevenson Cassatt was born in 1844 in Allegheny City (now part of Pittsburgh), Pennsylvania, women weren’t encouraged to pursue careers in art. Being an artist was a man’s job. Luckily, Cassatt knew she was talented and was determined to follow her dream.

Follow along to create this butterfly masterpiece using only a few materials easily found at home!

Create a watercolor masterpiece without watercolor paint? You bet! Follow these simple instructions to “paint” with tissue paper. Just like real tie dye, you never know just what you will get until the final reveal at the end!

Nothing says “I love you!” better than a handmade gift! This Mother’s Day, skip the store and instead make a Mother’s Day card with your own two hands! Mom will love this one-of-a-kind handcrafted gift!