Feathers are a hot trends right now and washi tape
is still going strong too so why not combine both and make some feathers out of washi tape! Find direction over on the Stampington and Co. site.
-Heather
Freebie | Colorful Flag Digital Scrapbooking Paper
I love this colorful digital patterned paper, and it is yours free at MeinLilaPark. Use it for scrapbooking, cards or gift wrap. Sandra explains how you can easily download her design. Click here to grab it.
Tutorial | DIY Concertina Photo Book
Make a concertina (or accordion) photo book from scratch using the instructions over at Kate’s Creative Space. She includes a printable instruction sheet. This would be a nice way to document a day trip or other short summer activity. Click … Read More...
CHA Armchair Attendee Week with Vivian Masket at Right Side Up
Vivian Masket is once again running her CHA Armchair Attendee Week over at her blog Right Side Up. Check in over the next few days as she reveals current trends as well as her favourite new releases. Click here… Read More...
Tip: Lighten Up with Gesso
Do you have a pattern paper that you like but maybe it’s too bright for your project? Try adding Gesso on top for a soft white washed look. For more on this tip visit the There She Goes blog.… Read More...
Freebie | Rain & Roses Printable Patterned Papers
This set of free printable papers is perfect for the weather we’re having this summer! I love Nash’s description of how she was inspired by nature to create this set papers she calls Rain & Roses. Print some out … Read More...
Tutorial | Make Your Own Stamps
Did you know you can easily make your own stamps, for yourself of the kids using readily available craft supplies? Ana Luisa from Dabble Babble Do shows you how simple it is. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tutorial | How to Make Large Cut Out Letters Without a Die-Cutting Machine
Don’t have an electronic die-cutting machine? Nicole at Tikkido shows how you can cut out these large letters out of vinyl for use on craft projects without one. Labels are a great way to organize your supplies, and these DIY … Read More...
Freebie | Chalkboard Freezer and Canning Labels | Page Embellishments
I love these chalkboard labels that Lia Griffith designed for World Label. They are for keeping track of frozen food stuff, and canned foods, but can just as well be adapted for using on scrapbooking projects. Especially as most … Read More...
Tutorial | Make a Paper Lantern Garland
Make this adorable paper lantern garland using 8×8 sheets of paper and other general crafting supplies. Get all the details from Kimberley Hughes over at the Appliances Online blog.
Tutorial | Stab Binding Bookbinding Basics
Dive into making your own minibooks with this tutorial showing the fundamentals of the stab binding technique. There’s no folding or gluing involved! Click here to go to the tutorial at Tuts+
Technique: Die Cut Window Card
Lots of stamp companies are offering die cuts that co-ordinate with their stamps, for those who had to cut out your images this is a great solution. But instead of just die cutting out the design here’s a another clever … Read More...
Tutorial | How to Make a Notebook Using Project Life Cards
Crystal at A Pumpkin & A Princess shows how you can use the Cinch binding machine to make cute notebooks using Project Life journaling cards. Decorate them to use for lists, journaling or scavenger hunts! Click here to see … Read More...
Tutorial | Renaming Multiple Photo Files Quickly
Which of us hasn’t uploaded the 300 photos we just took at one event and wished we could change the name to something that would be easier to find than DSC_74836? In this video tutorial, Kelly at Simply Kelly Designs… Read More...
Technique: Mixed Media Tags
Freebie | Printable Paper Feathers | Cut File Available
These colourful paper feathers can be used as scrapbook page embellishments or for gift wrapping. Download the free printable file from Dabbles & Babbles. If you have an electronic cutter you can also purchase the cut file. Click here to … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Inspirational Quote Poster or Notecard
“She decided to start living the life she imagined” Get this inspirational quote from Lia Griffith in two free printable versions – as a poster for framing or a note card. Click here to grab them.
Tips: Adding Neon Coloring to Stamps
Add a bright neon pop of color to any paper crafting product with Sakura’s Moonlight Gelly Roll pens. These look fantastic and really jump of a neutral colored page. Click here to watch an instructional video for making a cool … Read More...
Freebie: Japanese Stained Glass Images
Dover Publications has some lovely Japanese Stained Glass digital images to download and color, these would make stunning cards! Click here for the bird and floral and then click the number across the top of that page for more lovely … Read More...
Freebies | Printables for Celebrating La Fete Nationale (Bastille Day) in France
La Fete Nationale in France, known in English as Bastille Day is fast approaching! Celebrate on July 14th with these free printables. The first set from Creature Comforts & The Little Paris Kitchen includes cupcake toppers and food labels. … Read More...