What did everyone love on the blog this week? With Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s no wonder that four of the five most popular posts were all about love. But the number 1 topic might surprise you! Here we go:
Article | 70 Ways to Produce More Than You Consume
The start of the year is always a good time to think about starting new habits. As scrapbookers and crafters sometimes we tend to get caught up in accumulating all the cute and fun stuff for our hobbies, and don’t … Read More...
Color by Number Printable Valentine
I know that Valentine’s Day is usually about candies and chocolates, but I confess that I am one of those moms who doesn’t think it’s a good idea to be handing tons of candy out to kids. So I love … Read More...
Tutorial + Freebie | MadLib Valentines
Here’s a nice idea from Design Mom for non-candy Valentines . She and her son cut up MadLibs, and rolled them into scrolls tied with embroidery thread. She provides a free printable of the labels they used: there are three … Read More...
Freebie | Printable “Love You Dearly” Valentine Gift Tags
Adorn your Valentine’s Day treats with these free printable cards from Pitter and Glink. Bethany was inspired by her current obsession with all things deer and antler, to pair the watercolor flower design with the antlers on her tags. Who … Read More...
Tutorial | Valentine’s Day Shaker Card
Make that special someone a sweet love potion shaker card for Valentines’ Day. May came up with a very clever way to use a border die, to form the shape of the potion bottle. Plus she added the red background … Read More...
CHA Report | Armchair Attendee at Right Side Up
The Winter 2015 Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) Trade Show has just ended, and once again Vivian Masket is treating us to her thoughts as an Armchair Attendee. This time she highlights a major trend that she has spotted in … Read More...
Scrapbooking Article | How to Find the Right Memory Keeping System for You
One of the things many people are thinking about as a new year starts, is how to approach memory keeping. If you are trying to figure out your approach to scrapbooking, or documenting your life this year, head on over … Read More...
Show & Tell | Deck of Cards Romantic Valentines Mini Album
Here’s another take on a Deck of Cards
Album. use the deck to share 52 things you love about your partner! Kelly from Trans-Craft-Inental shares her simple version, which uses a deck of cards on which she stuck squares of … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Valentine Love Book
Make a sweet and simple mini album that your loved one will be sure to appreciate with basic craft supplies. You’ll need index cards, wallet sized photos glue and string for binding. Finish it off with a lovely ribbon as … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY: Heart Stamp for Valentine’s Day
Craft up a sweet and simple heart stamp to use on your Valentine’s Day cards and projects. It’s simple to put together, but it will have a big impact! You’ll need craft foam, a heart image and some kind of … Read More...
5 Photo Booth Ideas for Valentine’s Day | Free Printables
It’s time to start gathering ideas for capturing photos on Valentine’s Day! Ever since the success of using photo booth props with my son for New year’s Eve, I have been collecting lots of other photo booth ideas, and with … Read More...
Top 5 Posts for the Week
Welcome to another weekly round-up of this week’s top posts! This is the chance for you to catch up on what was posted on the blog over the last seven days in case you missed anything. Here we go!
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… Read More...Share Your Creations | January 10th Link Party!
It’s time for the weekly link-up! There were some technical issues last week, but I think we got it all set now. Please only share links to creations that have been inspired by things you found here on the Scrapbooking … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Valentine Labels
Get lots of Valentine’s Day projects completed with these free printable labels by Falala Designs for World Label. Choose between rectangular labels, envelope seals, mason jar labels and a sweet LOVE garland for hanging. head on over to the World … Read More...
Tutorial | Gusseted Treat Pocket
This sweet gusseted pocket is a lovely way to share some sweet Valentine’s Day treats with a special friend. Lori from Choux Choux Paperarts gives very detailed instructions on how you can make them. Hybrid scrappers will love this: she … Read More...
Freebie | 50 Valentine’s Day Printables
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and if you’re looking for some festive and budget-friendly ways to spread the love, these free printables are the perfect solution. With 50 different designs to choose from, you’ll have plenty of options for adding … Read More...
Paper Crafts | Valentine’s Day Ideas for Kids
Here are some ideas for Valentine’s treats and cards that you can make for or with your kids. These suggestions from Better Home and Gardens include a variety of paper crafting ideas like the Valentine Mailbox, Valentine Mobile, Flower Bouquets … Read More...
Tutorial | Happy Birthday Shaker Card
Get ahead on your birthday cards this year by making a bunch of these shaker birthday cards. What’s great about this design is that it can be adapted using different colors to suit just about any recipient. Who wouldn’t be … Read More...
Tutorial | Process Video for Project Life
If you’re starting Project Life this year, or just trying it again, get some great inspiration from Jennie McGarvy as she shows you how she put together this two page Project Life spread back in August. She takes you through … Read More...