One of my favorite things to do is read. I actually read every single day, it’s how I relax and unwind at the end of each day. It’s a part of my regular habits but I never thought to scrapbook … Read More...
Sticky Note Holder for a Planner
Jin created these crazy cute sticky note holders to keep track of them in planners. She used animal shaped calendar digital images from Lettering Delights and changed them up a bit on her computer to fit her needs.
She shares … Read More...
How to paint perfect dots with this recycled office product
Every time I find a fun painting tip that uses an unexpected item to make a project easy I can’t wait to share it with you Craft Gossip Recycling readers. Over at the blog Fellow Fellow there is a great … Read More...
Valentine Paper Lantern
Using dies and pattern papers Twila created this lovely paper lantern tea light candle holder. She also created a pretty wreath mat to lay under it. (note: be sure to use “flameless candles” in anything made of paper.)
You can … Read More...
Mylar Page Templates
Looking for help for a layout design? Maybe the new Collage Wreath Templates from Creative Memories can help. These Mylar templates look like they make it easy to design beautiful layouts in no time. You can rotate, flip or use … Read More...
Skunk Valentine with Ink Blending Brushes
Recently I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz on line about some brushes used for ink blending and that there was a much less expensive alternative makeup brush that gave similar results. I thought I’d give the dupe brushes a … Read More...
Tropical Travel Journal
This journal makes me long for warm weather! Katelyn designed the cover of her travel journal by cutting out images from pattern papers and layering them, then adding a stamped title. I love the vibrant Tropical patterns and colors.
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Mixed Media Love Layout
Using stencils, stamps and various paints Anna- Karen created this wonderful mixed media Love page with a vintage feel. The vintage book page with grazing and crackle finish add such a nice antique touch.
How to make folded paper icicles
This is one of those projects that I bet once you make one you can’t stop. You will try them in all sorts of papers both new and recycled. Maybe even try it with other things like stiffened fabric? Foil? … Read More...
Party Pinata Card
Pinata designs are really trendy right now. The bright fun colors are perfect for birthdays and parties. Carly created this super cute Pinata Card making her own fringe with colorful tissue paper along with stamps and dies from Pretty Pink … Read More...
Wiper Surprise Interactive Card
There are lots of fun interactive card making dies on the market but I’ve not seen one quite like this Wiper Surprise from Mama Elephant. You can make an image that’s been hiding pop out from the side of … Read More...
Winter Animals Slider Card
Pull the tab on this pretty winter fox card and the sentiment comes out the bottom and a bear slides out of the top, how cute! Krista shares how to make one using stitched rectangle dies.
Upcycled Photo Frames
Give a new look to old pictures frames with supplies you probably already have on hand. With a little paint and some pretty papers, die cuts and embellishments Terhi created these lovely altered photo frames.
Easy Journal Cover
Elizabeth made this lovely journal cover by cutting out and applying flowers and images from pattern paper. It’s a quick and easy but beautiful way to decorate a traveler’s notebook or other small journal.
Sheep Wheel Card
Wheel cards are all the rage right now! They are so fun, just turn the wheel to reveal different sentiments behind the opening. Vicky created this sweet jumping sheep interactive card with stamps from My Favorite Things.
Cottage Shaped Box
How sweet is this Cottage Shaped Box? Clarissa has step by step directions and measurements for making one out of cardstock using a scoring board and dies. These fun little houses can be decorated for any occasion. And the design … Read More...
Heart a Day Craft Challenge – 7 ways to make a heart for Valentine’s Day decoration
Last week I posted a “Heart A Day Craft Challenge” and here are my first 7 hearts.
From left to right:
1. Washi Tape stripes and die cut (this collection of Valentine’s Day Washi tape is awesome!)
2.… Read More...
Coptic Stitched Planner with Printables
You can buy some nice planners but why not get creative and make your own. This lovely planner was created using a coptic stitch binding and FREE monthly calendar printables from We-R-Memory-Keepers
Visit their blog for directions and printables link.… Read More...
How to make a folded straw heart for Valentine’s Day
I can’t wait to try this recycled straw folded heart tutorial. It is so detailed it takes up 2 posts. I will be using this for the Rainbow Heart a Day Challenge I posted about. Another great project to make … Read More...
Paper Jewelry Pendant
This idea from Dina is a fantastic way to get more from your cutting dies! She used several layers of die cut watercolor paper colored the top layer and sealed it to make a pretty paper pendant.