How totally cool is this book!? Neil over at the Craft Barn blog shows how he made it using Tim Holtz Grunge Paper, stamps and Distress Stain.
-Heather
Technique: Stencil Background
Julia Stainton shares a fun background technique using stamping inks and stencils. Visit Ellen Hutson’s blog for detailed instructions.
-Heather
Project: Stamped Key Chain for Kids
Here’s a fun project to keep the kids busy this summer. Stamp on shrink plastic and let them make their own personalized key chains. Visit the My Stamp Box blog for directions. (be sure to carefully supervise the heating … Read More...
Technique: Masked Background
Kathy at the Daily Marker blog shares her process for making this adorable card, using a masking technique for her background. Such a bright and cheery card!
-Heather
How to make a t-shirt tote bag
Now I have seen a lot of t-shirt tote bag tutorials but this one is really nice! I especially like the braided shoulder straps. Pop on over to Leannes’ blog Chichidee handmade for the step-by-step tutorial on how to make … Read More...
Project: Stamped Tag w/ Yellow Pages Flower
Wendy from Studio 490 shares step by step how to make this lovely tag, including how to make the paper flower from phone book yellow pages, very cool! Click here for her directions.
-Heather
How to make a cuff from a leather boot
I am pleased to share with you Nellie’s first tutorial she posted on her blog The Reconstructed Life. She shared a great post where she showed how to make a rockin’ cuff from a leather boot. Great job! Look … Read More...
Technique: Watercolor Background
Jessica over at the Witticisms blog shares how to make a gorgeous watercolor background. Add a simple stamped image or phrase and you’ve got a wonderful card!
-Heather
Project: Paper Firework Flowers
Use some patriotic paper, punches and your sewing machine and create some fun fireworks flowers. These would make a perfect embellishment on a stamped 4th of July party invite, table decor or scrapbook page! Visit the October Afternoon blog for … Read More...
Cold Enfleurage – It’s Easier Than It Sounds
ENFLEURAGE ………. huh, pardon what is she on about now I hear you mutter under your breath 🙂 Well until today I had no idea what it was either. ENFLEURAGE – the art of capturing the scent of flowers in … Read More...
How to make a recycled window chalkboard
This may look like a traditional chalkboard conversion but there is a fun twist to it. The clever crafter of the blog Downtime. Upcycle incorporated “windows” in her chalkboard that she could then use as little frames to showcase art. … Read More...
Technique: Revolving Door Card
How much fun is this card!? Find step by step instruction on how to make a revolving door card over at the There She Goes blog. This idea would work well with so many different stamp sets.
-Heather
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How to make a Camera Lens Pal
I found this on Dollar Store Crafts and think it is adorable and may get kids to smile when you take their picture. If you’ve ever spent much time photographing kids, you know it can be a challenge. Cranky moods … Read More...
Project: Liquid Pearls Card
Click here to find instructions for this fun ocean card, perfect for summer, from Ranger. Applying some Liquid Pearls adds just the perfect shimmer!
-Heather
Project: Recycled Dryer Sheet Flowers
Visit the Such a Pretty Mess blog and learn how to recycle dryer sheets into beautiful flower embellishments. These are simply divine!
-Heather
Technique: Distress Letterpress
Visit Gina K. Designs for a wonderful video teaching you how to ink and emboss with your Cuttlebug for a great distress letterpress background.
-Heather
How to make recycled jar fabric scrap organizers
For a scrap fabric saver this is the perfect solution for me! And I bet you too. See how to make fabric scrap jar organizers over at Michelle’s great post featured at her blog I Like Orange Too.
How to make a light bulb photo decoration
As we all switch over to using those new fangled energy efficient bulbs what’s a crafter to do with the old ones? Why make something as adorable as this cute photo/chalkboard cube. See the great tutorial on how to make … Read More...
How to make a record album cover box
I love the art on old record albums and this looks like a great project to make that features them! Check out the fabulous tutorial on how to make a record album box featured at Leah’s blog Zombies Wearing Helmets.
How to make a pirate ship cupcake party display
Angela of the blog Little Blues Room posted about a great pirate themed party and the tutorial on how to make a pirate ship cupcake display. She says arrrg….I say yummmmmm.!