I actually got camo cupcake papers in my stocking for Christmas and now not only can I use them for baking I can make an angel decoration. See the tutorial on how to make a cupcake paper angel over at … Read More...
Project: Mouse and Cake Card
When I was a kid I used to love mice, I had a huge collection of all different kinds. So of course I adore all the cute mice stamps from Penny Black so much! Elisabeth Allan’s Art Studio has directions … Read More...
Project: Quad Card
I’m still really digging Instructagram, I’m finding lots of great new paper crafting ideas pop up there every day. And I recently saw a cool Quad Card over there made by Corrie Wagner that I wanted to share, click … Read More...
How to make a recycled cardboard bird feeder with pattern
Over at the blog Play and Grow there is a great detailed tutorial on how to make this recycled cardboard bird feeder along with the pattern.
Check out these DIY Bird feeder kits we found on Amazon, perfect for gift … Read More...
Project: Tin CD Case
The Sakura blog has a cool idea for decorating a metal CD case using their colored Crystal Lacquer. They suggest using an image for inspiration and I think any number of rubber (use Staz- On ink to stamp) or digital … Read More...
Techniques and More: Monthly Tags from Tim Holtz
Each month this year the amazing Mr. Tim Holtz will share a different tag, each filled with ideas, technique, product tips and more. His first tag of the year for January is now up on his blog along with detailed … Read More...
Technique: Snow Drift Background
Suzanne from Suzz’s Stamping Spot shares a masking technique for making a snowdrift background This look is prefect for winter scenes of animals, snowmen, etc. Make me want to bundle up!
-Heather
Project and Freebie: Flip Calendar
Jin from Under the Cherry Tree has a wonderful tutorial for making an adorable flip top calendar using her Silhouette machine. She even has a free calendar template to download. Click here for her tutorial and template.
-Heather
Technique: Embriodery with Stamps
Cathy from the Bright Side of Life shows how she used a rubber stamp for the pattern on this lovely embroidery. This is such a great way to get even more out of your stamp designs!
-Heather
Tutorial: Paper Ruffles
These paper ruffles would be such a lovely addition to any paper crafting project! Find out how to make them over on the Such a Pretty Mess blog.
-Heather
Technique: Cloudy Skies Background for Card Scenes
Visit the Crafting the Web blog and Teresa will show you how to make a beautiful cloudy sky background with ink and sponges. I love her African Savanna card but this technique will work perfectly with so many different themes.… Read More...
Tutorial: Flip Down Stack Card
Visit Splitcoast Stampers for a tutorial from Sabrina Friel , she’ll show you step by step how to make a cool flip down stack card.
-Heather
How to make a glowing gift bag
These bags are Halloween themed but I bet they would look just as awesome with a Christmas, Valentine, or Birthday theme. Not to mention on New Years! Imagine showing up at a New Year’s eve party with a glowing bag … Read More...
Project: Washi Tape Key Board
Tired of your boring black computer keys? Why not jazz them up with some washi tape?! Check out more about this fun idea over on the Stampington and Company website.
-Heather
Ideas: Gift Wrapping with Stamps
Irit Shalom has some pretty gift wrapping ideas using stamps and lace, click here for more info.
-Heather
How to make a recycled book page wings wall decoration
Over at the blog Punk Projects there is a fun tutorial on how to make these angel wings from recycled book pages. I bet this technique could be used to create all sorts of decor.
How to make fingerless gloves from recycled socks
If you get cold hands like me this tutorial on how to make fingerless gloves from a pair of socks featured at the blog We Lived Happily Ever After is just the ticket.
How to make fringed Christmas tree shaped garland
Over at the blog Punk Projects there is a fun tutorial on how to make fringed Christmas trees that look cut strung together in a garland.
How to make a Christmas music covered recycled vase
If you like to give flowers or decorate with them why not cover some tin cans with some Christmas sheet music and beaded trim. Pop on over to the blog Wag Doll for the easy and quick tutorial.
Technique: Stamped Faux Embossing
This card looks like it’s got dimension, like it’s been embossed but it hasn’t. Visit the Design Memory Craft blog and find out how to faux emboss using two different color inks (or markers in this case) for making a … Read More...