Hi CRAFTY FRIENDS!
ENABLING ALERT
This find is one for the favorites file.
Finally, a place where you can print out your craft store coupons.
They usually carry craft coupons for Michael's, A. C. Moore, Joanne's and Hobby Lobby.
Go to www.mycraftcoupons.com anytime to get your coupons.
The site is easy to navigate and offers coupons for participating U.S. and Canadian stores.
Happy Shopping!
Friday, April 30, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" CROP-A-DILE CORNER CHOMPERS
This week I thought I would share information about the We R Memory Keepers Crop-A-Dile Corner Chompers. Whle they have a variety of them. The one shown below is the original which rounds your corners at both 1/4” and 1/2" .
Check it out:
Here are the other styles :
Check it out:
Here are the other styles :
Monday, April 26, 2010
CRAFTING TIP OF THE WEEK (#34) SUPPLY OVERLOAD TO UNLOAD!
Have you been doing a little spring cleaning in your craft room?
If so, do you find you have a supply OVERLOAD that you need to UNLOAD?
Then you have come to the right place for a little inspiration on how you can release yourself of not only the unused, unwanted & ignored crafting supplies but the guilt that comes along with that situation.
Grab a box & start packing that surplus baby because this week's tip in a word says it all: DONATE.
CHECK OUT THE MULTIPLE WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE JUST BY DONATING THOSE CRAFTING SUPPLIES YOU AREN'T USING ANYMORE.
TURN YOUR UNUSED,IGNORED OR UNWANTED SURPLUS INTO A SAVING GRACE!
On a LOCAL level you can do any of the following:
1- Pass down your supplies to your kids, nieces, nephews, grandkids, etc... It's like hand me downs but only better because one size can fit all.
2-Donate them to a local childrens' hospital or a childrens' wing of a local hospital.
3-Donate them to your local elementary school.(Your kid's class)
4-Donate them to a local church.
5-Donate them to your local YMCA or after school program.
6-Donate them to a local homeless shelter.
7-Donate them to your local Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop.
8-Donate them to a local child care or pre-school facility.
If you want to take it even further or combine your donation efforts here are few places in need which serve wonderful & noble causes:
1-
www.heartfelt.org
The Heartfelt Foundation
2101 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 117
Santa Monica, CA 90403.
2-
www.bloomingplaceforkids.org
Blooming Place for Kids
1108 Commodore Street
Clearwater, Florida 33755
3-
www.scrapbox.org
4-
www.neccmillerton.org
North East Community Center
Northeast Community Council, Inc.
P.O. Box 35
Millerton, NY 12546
5-
www.womensplacestcatherines.ca
Gillian's Place
P.O. Box 1387
St. Catharines ON L2R 7J8
**Craft supplies of all kinds
I am sure there are many more organizations in need.The list above is just the tip of the iceberg.
So go ahead, take those unused,ignored or surplus supplies and pass them on.
There is nothing more gratifying then to give to those in need.
***************************************************************
It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.
Mother Teresa
If so, do you find you have a supply OVERLOAD that you need to UNLOAD?
Then you have come to the right place for a little inspiration on how you can release yourself of not only the unused, unwanted & ignored crafting supplies but the guilt that comes along with that situation.
Grab a box & start packing that surplus baby because this week's tip in a word says it all: DONATE.
CHECK OUT THE MULTIPLE WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE JUST BY DONATING THOSE CRAFTING SUPPLIES YOU AREN'T USING ANYMORE.
TURN YOUR UNUSED,IGNORED OR UNWANTED SURPLUS INTO A SAVING GRACE!
On a LOCAL level you can do any of the following:
1- Pass down your supplies to your kids, nieces, nephews, grandkids, etc... It's like hand me downs but only better because one size can fit all.
2-Donate them to a local childrens' hospital or a childrens' wing of a local hospital.
3-Donate them to your local elementary school.(Your kid's class)
4-Donate them to a local church.
5-Donate them to your local YMCA or after school program.
6-Donate them to a local homeless shelter.
7-Donate them to your local Boy Scout or Girl Scout troop.
8-Donate them to a local child care or pre-school facility.
If you want to take it even further or combine your donation efforts here are few places in need which serve wonderful & noble causes:
1-
www.heartfelt.org
The Heartfelt Foundation
2101 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 117
Santa Monica, CA 90403.
2-
www.bloomingplaceforkids.org
Blooming Place for Kids
1108 Commodore Street
Clearwater, Florida 33755
3-
www.scrapbox.org
4-
www.neccmillerton.org
North East Community Center
Northeast Community Council, Inc.
P.O. Box 35
Millerton, NY 12546
5-
www.womensplacestcatherines.ca
Gillian's Place
P.O. Box 1387
St. Catharines ON L2R 7J8
**Craft supplies of all kinds
I am sure there are many more organizations in need.The list above is just the tip of the iceberg.
So go ahead, take those unused,ignored or surplus supplies and pass them on.
There is nothing more gratifying then to give to those in need.
***************************************************************
It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.
Mother Teresa
Friday, April 23, 2010
FABULOUS FRIDAY FIND-FREE DOWNLOAD -FOR THE TROOPS SENTIMENT
This special "for the troops sentiment" design was created by Raindrop Echo Designs.
Here is her great, free download for images which you can use to make some wonderful cards in honor of our soldiers:
Raindrop Echo Designs - For The Troops Sentiment Freebie.zip
Have a great weekend!
And don't forget to support our troops.
Here is her great, free download for images which you can use to make some wonderful cards in honor of our soldiers:
Raindrop Echo Designs - For The Troops Sentiment Freebie.zip
Have a great weekend!
And don't forget to support our troops.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" THE ECLIPS BY SIZZIX
This week's tool is brought to you by the folks @ SIZZIX.
It is the Eclips- an electronic shape-cutting machine
that combines the creativity of award-winning Sizzix artwork with cutting precision and remote-controlled intelligence of their most innovative system ever. The eclips electronic shape-cutter and handheld remote control features an initial selection of interchangeable cartridges preloaded with dazzling designs to cut solids, shadows, borders, pieces and more. The eclips also offers the option to change the size of each design within 1/100 of an inch.
It is the Eclips- an electronic shape-cutting machine
that combines the creativity of award-winning Sizzix artwork with cutting precision and remote-controlled intelligence of their most innovative system ever. The eclips electronic shape-cutter and handheld remote control features an initial selection of interchangeable cartridges preloaded with dazzling designs to cut solids, shadows, borders, pieces and more. The eclips also offers the option to change the size of each design within 1/100 of an inch.
Monday, April 19, 2010
CRAFTING TIP OF THE WEEK (#33) ORGANIZATIONAL HELP FOR YOUR OVERAL CRAFT SPACE
In this week's tip I want to share how I got on the organizational path to creating a crafting space I love. I hope it inspires you to create an imagination station that works best for you.
Whatever your situation, whatever the size of your space- be it an entire studio or a corner in your dining room, organizing can often be the first essential step in creating your space. Finding the time however is a whole other story.
I am not an expert nor am I a person who likes to brag about my works of art or show off my space. I am truly blessed to have a space but that has not always been the case. Like many I started at the kitchen table and gradually made my way into a place of my own.
Here's a group of helpful tips that worked for me. If you find you need a new strategy to tackle organizing your space, to get out of the rutt you are in that won't let you craft or just to give your space a little boost try adapting these simple 5 practical pointers.
-Find Time to Get Started,Analyze How you Spend that Time & Make Ways to Find Time to Craft, Create & Organize
-Set Simple, Obtainable Goals
-Begin by Picking a Place to Start & START
-Once you have that Starting Point Enterprise on It, Gain Momentum
-Little by Little do What it Takes to Get Where you Want to Be & to Make Your Space into the Crafting Haven you Want & Deserve
Here's a little of my story and how I used the tips I am sharing with you to get my crafting supplies organized & space in order.
How I Found "Time"
When I moved last Summer into our new home, I was so overwhelmed. My scrap space was the last thing I cared about. The thought of unpacking those small embellishments, paper and endless "crafty things" we accumulate seemed such a task to me. It affected my ability to create, to want to scrapbook or to even prepare my craft room. So much so that I did not create anything for at least 3 months after the move. At that point I began having crafting withdrawals. I really wanted to craft but knew I needed to get my "stuff" in order to do so.
My Goal & Execution
So I crafted my plan. I set a goal to unpack as many boxes of craft stuff as I could a day. But, I did not put any pressure on myself to do so. If I could or wanted to only unpack one then one was all I did. I then placed all contents on the carpet in the craft room making sure to group like items together. For example: tools, paper, adhesives,etc...
As I began to see the piles grow & scatter into different categories I kept telling myself I needed more of a strategy because I had no idea how or where I was going to put the stuff let alone organize it.
My Gain of Momentum
One thing I did know was that I was on my way to accomplishing my goal of creating a craft space that was efficient, warm, inviting & creative. With that in mind I drafted on paper a plan of what I would do with the piles I had been unpacking. The more notes I jotted down, the more doable the plan seemed to become. It was as if writing a plan and following it provided a road map for me to follow. I then made a checklist of it and did a little at a time, happily crossing off each task as I accomplished it.
My Continuation, Little by Little
I then began to look at my current storage options. I documented those too. I immediately began labeling containers, boxes, bins and placing their coordinating items inside. This took me over 2 months to complete. I was not always able to devote many hours to this project but by following the principles it gave me a place to start.
I used them to ground my thoughts and give me direction.
End Result
My craft room is all set up, everything is in its place & there is a place for everything. One thing I have noticed though is that in spite of having order and organization, I continue to come up with more efficient ways of dealing with different issues that face habitual crafters.
For instance: inventory lists, sample swatches, binders of sketches, a file system for a variation of craft topics, to mention a few. I found that with the accumulation of "craft stuff" comes much responsibility to organize, to care. This will ensure not only an environment conducive to creating but one where you will find what you need to create.
I firmly believe that organization & space planning is an individual thing. What works for me may not necessarily work for you. So you have to adapt this plan according to your preferences. These tips are a springboard. A place to start.
I hope this inspires those that feel overwhelmed as I once did. I hope this inspires those that craft at the kitchen table and feel that maybe because they do not have a room that they cannot create. That is not so! Make the most of what you do have. When you create from the heart your hands will follow. Your talent should not be held captive, it does not know the difference between a scrap studio and a scrap corner. At the end of the day, all you need are a few supplies and a table.
Happy Crafting!
Whatever your situation, whatever the size of your space- be it an entire studio or a corner in your dining room, organizing can often be the first essential step in creating your space. Finding the time however is a whole other story.
I am not an expert nor am I a person who likes to brag about my works of art or show off my space. I am truly blessed to have a space but that has not always been the case. Like many I started at the kitchen table and gradually made my way into a place of my own.
Here's a group of helpful tips that worked for me. If you find you need a new strategy to tackle organizing your space, to get out of the rutt you are in that won't let you craft or just to give your space a little boost try adapting these simple 5 practical pointers.
-Find Time to Get Started,Analyze How you Spend that Time & Make Ways to Find Time to Craft, Create & Organize
-Set Simple, Obtainable Goals
-Begin by Picking a Place to Start & START
-Once you have that Starting Point Enterprise on It, Gain Momentum
-Little by Little do What it Takes to Get Where you Want to Be & to Make Your Space into the Crafting Haven you Want & Deserve
Here's a little of my story and how I used the tips I am sharing with you to get my crafting supplies organized & space in order.
How I Found "Time"
When I moved last Summer into our new home, I was so overwhelmed. My scrap space was the last thing I cared about. The thought of unpacking those small embellishments, paper and endless "crafty things" we accumulate seemed such a task to me. It affected my ability to create, to want to scrapbook or to even prepare my craft room. So much so that I did not create anything for at least 3 months after the move. At that point I began having crafting withdrawals. I really wanted to craft but knew I needed to get my "stuff" in order to do so.
My Goal & Execution
So I crafted my plan. I set a goal to unpack as many boxes of craft stuff as I could a day. But, I did not put any pressure on myself to do so. If I could or wanted to only unpack one then one was all I did. I then placed all contents on the carpet in the craft room making sure to group like items together. For example: tools, paper, adhesives,etc...
As I began to see the piles grow & scatter into different categories I kept telling myself I needed more of a strategy because I had no idea how or where I was going to put the stuff let alone organize it.
My Gain of Momentum
One thing I did know was that I was on my way to accomplishing my goal of creating a craft space that was efficient, warm, inviting & creative. With that in mind I drafted on paper a plan of what I would do with the piles I had been unpacking. The more notes I jotted down, the more doable the plan seemed to become. It was as if writing a plan and following it provided a road map for me to follow. I then made a checklist of it and did a little at a time, happily crossing off each task as I accomplished it.
My Continuation, Little by Little
I then began to look at my current storage options. I documented those too. I immediately began labeling containers, boxes, bins and placing their coordinating items inside. This took me over 2 months to complete. I was not always able to devote many hours to this project but by following the principles it gave me a place to start.
I used them to ground my thoughts and give me direction.
End Result
My craft room is all set up, everything is in its place & there is a place for everything. One thing I have noticed though is that in spite of having order and organization, I continue to come up with more efficient ways of dealing with different issues that face habitual crafters.
For instance: inventory lists, sample swatches, binders of sketches, a file system for a variation of craft topics, to mention a few. I found that with the accumulation of "craft stuff" comes much responsibility to organize, to care. This will ensure not only an environment conducive to creating but one where you will find what you need to create.
I firmly believe that organization & space planning is an individual thing. What works for me may not necessarily work for you. So you have to adapt this plan according to your preferences. These tips are a springboard. A place to start.
I hope this inspires those that feel overwhelmed as I once did. I hope this inspires those that craft at the kitchen table and feel that maybe because they do not have a room that they cannot create. That is not so! Make the most of what you do have. When you create from the heart your hands will follow. Your talent should not be held captive, it does not know the difference between a scrap studio and a scrap corner. At the end of the day, all you need are a few supplies and a table.
Happy Crafting!
Friday, April 16, 2010
FABULOUS FRIDAY FIND-RANGER TO THE RESCUE!
This week's find is from Ranger. Need I say more?
I love it when a company recognizes that their products deserve special care & attention.
It says they are not only proud of what they produce & sell but want the consumer to be happy with it too.
Ranger has made it easier for you to organize your ink pads!
They have created PDF files of the most popular Ranger dye inks - Adirondack®, Archival™, and Distress™ inks.
These files were designed to work with Avery brand 5267 labels (or other brands that have a similar size label--one and three quarters inch by one half inch, 80 labels per sheet).
PLEASE GO TO RANGERINK.COM TO GET YOUR PDF FOR THE FOLLOWING:
Adirondack Label Sheet
Archival Label Sheet
Distress Label Sheet
ALSO
NEW! Ranger Color Charts
Print these helpful grids on letter-size (8.5" x 11") card stock and apply your Ranger inks, paints, and glitter glues in the appropriate squares to create colorful reference charts!
Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabbers Color Chart
Stickles Glitter Glue Color Chart
Tim Holtz® Distress Ink Color Chart
I love it when a company recognizes that their products deserve special care & attention.
It says they are not only proud of what they produce & sell but want the consumer to be happy with it too.
Ranger has made it easier for you to organize your ink pads!
They have created PDF files of the most popular Ranger dye inks - Adirondack®, Archival™, and Distress™ inks.
These files were designed to work with Avery brand 5267 labels (or other brands that have a similar size label--one and three quarters inch by one half inch, 80 labels per sheet).
PLEASE GO TO RANGERINK.COM TO GET YOUR PDF FOR THE FOLLOWING:
Adirondack Label Sheet
Archival Label Sheet
Distress Label Sheet
ALSO
NEW! Ranger Color Charts
Print these helpful grids on letter-size (8.5" x 11") card stock and apply your Ranger inks, paints, and glitter glues in the appropriate squares to create colorful reference charts!
Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabbers Color Chart
Stickles Glitter Glue Color Chart
Tim Holtz® Distress Ink Color Chart
Thursday, April 15, 2010
*GIVEAWAY TIME*
Hello Fellow Bloggers!
I was hoping to host a giveaway to celebrate 100 followers or more but I can only do that with your support.
I plan on giving away 2 cools things:
1- The We R Memory Keepers Brad Setting & Piercing Tool that I posted about yesterday. If you want more info just scroll down to the post below this one for more details & a video.
2- The Ali Edwards Book- "A Designer's Eye for Scrapbooking"
Here's what you need to do:
-Spread the word about my blog by posting about it on your blog. If you do not have a blog that is okay- just e-mail or tell your friends who do.
-Leave a comment under this post telling me you did it,along with your contact information like an e-mail address or your blog so I have a way of reaching you if you win.
Once I reach the 100 mark I will announce a drawing date & time. I will be using random generator so that the process is fair.
Good luck everyone & thank you for your support!
I was hoping to host a giveaway to celebrate 100 followers or more but I can only do that with your support.
I plan on giving away 2 cools things:
1- The We R Memory Keepers Brad Setting & Piercing Tool that I posted about yesterday. If you want more info just scroll down to the post below this one for more details & a video.
2- The Ali Edwards Book- "A Designer's Eye for Scrapbooking"
Here's what you need to do:
-Spread the word about my blog by posting about it on your blog. If you do not have a blog that is okay- just e-mail or tell your friends who do.
-Leave a comment under this post telling me you did it,along with your contact information like an e-mail address or your blog so I have a way of reaching you if you win.
Once I reach the 100 mark I will announce a drawing date & time. I will be using random generator so that the process is fair.
Good luck everyone & thank you for your support!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
DON'T WAIT TO GET YOURS-PIERCER & BRAD SETTING TOOL
The WE R MEMORY KEEPERS PIERCER & BRAD SETTING TOOL
TUESDAY OR NOT...THIS ONE'S GOT TO BE SHARED.
Scrapbook.com is offering this terrific, inexpensive tool for just $4.99.
It will definitely help put an end to those sensitive & hurting fingertips.
I have not seen it at any of the large chain craft stores or even my LSS.
TUESDAY OR NOT...THIS ONE'S GOT TO BE SHARED.
Scrapbook.com is offering this terrific, inexpensive tool for just $4.99.
It will definitely help put an end to those sensitive & hurting fingertips.
I have not seen it at any of the large chain craft stores or even my LSS.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" THE SLICE
This week's tool is not exactly new but it does have a new feature.
It is brought to you by: MAKING MEMORIES.
It is the now, newly enhanced ...HANDS-FREE SLICE.
If you have an older version of the slice you can simply buy the piece that fits right over what you have along with the magnetic cutting mat which will make your device HANDS FREE.
Check out the Making Memories website for details.
The SLICE is a 5" inch square, cordless, digital design cutter. It's petite size makes it ideal for toting to crops, conventions or just across your work surface.
It is portable and versatile.
It not only cuts but draws, embosses & debosses with a quick change of the blade.
You can easily do it all at the touch of a button. Just insert a design card, select a shape from the friendly graphic interface and watch it work its magic.
It is brought to you by: MAKING MEMORIES.
It is the now, newly enhanced ...HANDS-FREE SLICE.
If you have an older version of the slice you can simply buy the piece that fits right over what you have along with the magnetic cutting mat which will make your device HANDS FREE.
Check out the Making Memories website for details.
The SLICE is a 5" inch square, cordless, digital design cutter. It's petite size makes it ideal for toting to crops, conventions or just across your work surface.
It is portable and versatile.
It not only cuts but draws, embosses & debosses with a quick change of the blade.
You can easily do it all at the touch of a button. Just insert a design card, select a shape from the friendly graphic interface and watch it work its magic.
Monday, April 12, 2010
CRAFTING TIP OF THE WEEK (#32) THE ROAD TO RIDGES
This week's tip is all about texture.
Do you often want to texturize projects to similate true illustrations of art?
Do you always want to have to whip out your embossing plates, tools or machines?
Do you want just a touch of texture on a certain area of your project but forego the thought because you can't quite place your embossing/texture plates in the right spot?
You can achieve texture that emulates lines or ridges by using a paper piercing tool, the tip of a needle and even an embossing tip.
If you find something that is not overly sharp so it does not scratch up your image you are on your way.
Why would you want texture of that kind you ask?
Because...you may want to enhance your stamped images or just give a boost to an already existing embellishment that needs that little extra something textural.
Some things that you can texture would be:
-Animal Embellishments, ie: fur on a bunny
-Grooves for Tree Trunks
-Grass
-Ripples or Waves
-Mountain Ranges
-Volcano Pics
Texturizing like most art is subjective but can be fun to produce & even more fun to the touch.
I hope you give it a try.
Happy Crafting!
Do you often want to texturize projects to similate true illustrations of art?
Do you always want to have to whip out your embossing plates, tools or machines?
Do you want just a touch of texture on a certain area of your project but forego the thought because you can't quite place your embossing/texture plates in the right spot?
You can achieve texture that emulates lines or ridges by using a paper piercing tool, the tip of a needle and even an embossing tip.
If you find something that is not overly sharp so it does not scratch up your image you are on your way.
Why would you want texture of that kind you ask?
Because...you may want to enhance your stamped images or just give a boost to an already existing embellishment that needs that little extra something textural.
Some things that you can texture would be:
-Animal Embellishments, ie: fur on a bunny
-Grooves for Tree Trunks
-Grass
-Ripples or Waves
-Mountain Ranges
-Volcano Pics
Texturizing like most art is subjective but can be fun to produce & even more fun to the touch.
I hope you give it a try.
Happy Crafting!
Friday, April 9, 2010
Thursday, April 8, 2010
SOMEONE'S BLOG IS GETTING A MAKEOVER...STAY TUNED
Please bare with my blog as it undergoes a little facelift.
Thanks for visiting & enjoy the current content.
Thanks for visiting & enjoy the current content.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" CRICUT CAKE
This week I highlight the CRICUT CAKE by PROVO CRAFT.
Although the Cricut Cake is not a paper craft product, it is a cool new tool that allows paper crafters to utilize their Cricut cartridges in another medium. Imagine yourself easily creating a party that includes invitations, decorations, favors, and cake that all match. The cake, cookie, and cupcake decorating possibilities are endless with this new version of the Cricut Expression machine.
Although the Cricut Cake is not a paper craft product, it is a cool new tool that allows paper crafters to utilize their Cricut cartridges in another medium. Imagine yourself easily creating a party that includes invitations, decorations, favors, and cake that all match. The cake, cookie, and cupcake decorating possibilities are endless with this new version of the Cricut Expression machine.
Monday, April 5, 2010
CRAFTING TIP OF THE WEEK (#31) PAPER BAGS PLEASE!
Hello All!
I like Kraft paper, do you?
Its' natural, raw elements seem to lend themselves to vintage, shabby chic, French Country, rustic and even elegant designs.
As I worked in making my series of Kraft cards I was inspired yet again and came up with this week's tip.
If you like kraft cardstock let me suggest a way to get the look of KRAFT paper by using something most of you may already own.
There is no coloring, chalking or inking involved (unless of course you want there to be). As crafters that is often an option we simply cannot resist :)
Pull out those wonderful, BROWN PAPER BAGS you bring home from the grocery store or card shop & get "Krafting".
Here are some of the ways I thought of using them:
- Tearing them & applying them as a faux wallpaper technique on a card or layout
- Using your punches
- Stenciling
- Using them with your Cricut- it works (I have not done it a lot, I just tried a test sample and I believe the settings were: medium pressure, medium speed, real dial size on & made sure it was well adhered to the mat before starting. It held up well.
- Stitching
- Paper piercing
- Cutting with pinking shears- even paper trimmers will work depending on the thickness of the bag.
I am certain you guys can think of more uses so get to it.
It is an inexpensive, creative & fun way of making use of something you may already own and taking it to yet another level.
Here's a little picture of a couple of things I tried.
Please note: my particular paper bag was not thick or dense. It was a nice quality grade. Paper bags come in many variations so just be sure to do a little test on yours first. Think practically when attempting to use your tools such as paper trimmers and the Cricut. Thinner grade bags are best for this application.
Happy Crafting!
I like Kraft paper, do you?
Its' natural, raw elements seem to lend themselves to vintage, shabby chic, French Country, rustic and even elegant designs.
As I worked in making my series of Kraft cards I was inspired yet again and came up with this week's tip.
If you like kraft cardstock let me suggest a way to get the look of KRAFT paper by using something most of you may already own.
There is no coloring, chalking or inking involved (unless of course you want there to be). As crafters that is often an option we simply cannot resist :)
Pull out those wonderful, BROWN PAPER BAGS you bring home from the grocery store or card shop & get "Krafting".
Here are some of the ways I thought of using them:
- Tearing them & applying them as a faux wallpaper technique on a card or layout
- Using your punches
- Stenciling
- Using them with your Cricut- it works (I have not done it a lot, I just tried a test sample and I believe the settings were: medium pressure, medium speed, real dial size on & made sure it was well adhered to the mat before starting. It held up well.
- Stitching
- Paper piercing
- Cutting with pinking shears- even paper trimmers will work depending on the thickness of the bag.
I am certain you guys can think of more uses so get to it.
It is an inexpensive, creative & fun way of making use of something you may already own and taking it to yet another level.
Here's a little picture of a couple of things I tried.
Please note: my particular paper bag was not thick or dense. It was a nice quality grade. Paper bags come in many variations so just be sure to do a little test on yours first. Think practically when attempting to use your tools such as paper trimmers and the Cricut. Thinner grade bags are best for this application.
Happy Crafting!
Friday, April 2, 2010
FABULOUS FRIDAY FIND-SMILEBOX
This Friday's fabulous find is: SMILEBOX
What is Smilebox?
It's a way of making the most of your digital photos by allowing you to make digital scrapbooks online.
Smilebox makes scrapbooking fun & easy! There are many free options on this site. Share birthdays, holidays, special occasions, vacations, family time and more with their many fabulous designs.
Choose from hundreds of digital scrapbooking layouts from leading designers including Making Memories, K & Co. and design by dani.
Just add your photos, words, music, even videos, to make an online scrapbook.
With Smilebox, free scrapbooking is that easy! Email your online scrapbook to friends and family, or post it to your blog. With their premium design versions, you can also print your scrapbooking creation.
I hope you enjoy this wonderful find as much as I have already.
Go to: www.smilebox.com and try your hand at making animated scrapbooks online. You are going to love it.
Have a great weekend.
What is Smilebox?
It's a way of making the most of your digital photos by allowing you to make digital scrapbooks online.
Smilebox makes scrapbooking fun & easy! There are many free options on this site. Share birthdays, holidays, special occasions, vacations, family time and more with their many fabulous designs.
Choose from hundreds of digital scrapbooking layouts from leading designers including Making Memories, K & Co. and design by dani.
Just add your photos, words, music, even videos, to make an online scrapbook.
With Smilebox, free scrapbooking is that easy! Email your online scrapbook to friends and family, or post it to your blog. With their premium design versions, you can also print your scrapbooking creation.
I hope you enjoy this wonderful find as much as I have already.
Go to: www.smilebox.com and try your hand at making animated scrapbooks online. You are going to love it.
Have a great weekend.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
CHECK OUT THIS AWESOME TUTORIAL OF A GUMBALL MACHINE CARD MADE BY AMBER OVER AT STAYINGCRAFTY.BLOGSPOT.COM
This project is so amazing I had to share. Amber over at stayingcrafty.blogspot.com even figured out how to make the gumball mechanism work.
Please check out her great blog for the FREE template and supply list as well as other fantastic projects.
Happy Crafting!
THANK YOU AMBER FOR SHARING THIS FUN & FABULOUS PROJECT- YOU ROCK!
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