Patterned papers are a quick and easy way to add color, pattern and texture to your holiday cards. Carissa used simple layouts for her cards but the pattern paper adds a great boost to really amp them up.
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Patterned papers are a quick and easy way to add color, pattern and texture to your holiday cards. Carissa used simple layouts for her cards but the pattern paper adds a great boost to really amp them up.
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by Anne Weaver
Many of us like to make handmade Christmas gifts, but it can be hard coming up with just the right idea for everyone on your list. Stephanie from Swoodson Says has some inspiration for you! Her list has over 35 … Read More...
Florals are really trendy for this Fall and Winter Season. Bing a little bloom to your next scrapbook page or paper crafting project with this stunning Autumn Rose papers. There are three different designs and they FREE to download … Read More...
These adorable Christmas Santa cookies take a few steps, but your kiddos will love them! Get them to help out and it will be even more fun. These would be also be great to take for a Christmas classroom party … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Use your scrap fabrics to make colorful ornaments for your Christmas tree! Cintia from My Poppet turned her scrap fabric into fabric twine, which she then used to make these fun ornaments. She has a tutorial showing how she did … Read More...
This Peppermint bark soap makes a wonderful handmade gift this time of year. The smell of peppermint just oozes Christmas time and festivities. You can see the full DIY tutorial here.
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All your holiday cards don’t have to be exactly the same but you can make it easier by using a similar layout, like Theresa did with her cards. By using a line of three rows across her cards they are … Read More...
The combination of strips of pattern papers and foiling really add a terrific texture to this holiday layout from Nicole. While making her scrapbook page she also made a matching card with some of the same supplies.
This is really an unexpected creation. I love modern art and sculpture but don’t tend to make much of it. This recycled ring sculpture is painted with all sorts of patterns that really gives it a modern feel as well. … Read More...
These gift ideas have been composed with STEAM or STEM Education in mind. Imagine the kids having fun with their toys whilst learning and using their brains? Toys don’t need to be mindless and boring, these are some of the … Read More...
by Sarah White
After finding the Give Thanks cross-stitch pattern I shared yesterday, I went on the hunt for more Thanksgiving word art cross stitch patterns.
This one from Seven Gnomes Stitchery on etsy is really pretty and has a great message that … Read More...
I love mixing up stamp sets and also using stamps for seasons they might not be intended for. Like with this card, I thought it would be cute to dress up a mermaid for winter. Her post on Instagram will … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A swaddle blanket makes a great handmade gift for a new baby! Becca from Simply Edged shares easy step-by-step video tutorial that anyone can follow. It takes just basic sewing skills to hand-make a swaddle for a newborn baby.
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Lisa shares her love of October with Pumpkins and Sugar Skulls in this wonderful layout. The large open die cuts filled with different patterned papers adds so much color and texture to her design. She’s sharing a video tutorial of … Read More...
If you’re like us and always going places, you’ll need something to take along with you. This crochet bag pattern is just the thing for bringing all the gear you need to live your day to day life. And just … Read More...
Check our these stand up pouches by Copiousbags.com. They are ideal for packaging bath salts, bath bombs, body scrubs etc.
Copious Bags® offers a select collection of stock, ready-to-ship wholesale bath and body packaging. Whether you are looking for bulk … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can make a felt play mat for PLAYMOBIL, cars, or any other kind of small toy your child collects. You can create roads, and parks, and buildings to make a backdrop for … Read More...
Make your holiday cards faster and easier this year by using pattern papers. Add few stamped images and a sentiment and you’ve got a lovely but simple card.
Visit Catherine Pooler’s blog for her video tutorial.
-Heather
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This wooden Christmas tree is an easy home decor craft that you can make to help decorate your home this holiday season. You only need some basic tools and basic woodworking skills. A great project for the tween boy who … Read More...
This “Home Sweet Home” SVG and PNG cut file works with most electronic die cutting machines and is FREE to download from Maya Road. It’s perfect for home and family scrapbook layouts.
Click here to get it. (note: you will … Read More...