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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" SEW Ribbon

Hi Crafty Friends!
For today's tool time segment I am sharing with you something from We R Memory Keepers.
It is their SEW RIBBON.
It looks like this:



There are also 3 more shapes available.
This tool allows you to weave ribbon through your pages & cards in different shapes in an easy, cohesive way.
Check out the video by my friends at Craft Critique below:


Hope you enjoyed this segment.
Tune in next time!

Monday, November 7, 2011

CRAFTING TIP OF THE WEEK (#114) Cupcakes in the Craft Room?

Hey Bloggers!

For today's tip I thought I would share a way to get the look of rosettes without all the folding, scoring or use of a die cut.
YOU INTERESTED?

Just take some of these:






Fold them in half & cut a semi circle from the center, unfold, gather in the center & adhere. That's all.
You can also just flatten out the liner & gather it up in the center all the while using adhesive to keep it in place but I found that cutting out the center works better and you don't lose the pleats.
You can also use a circle punch for the center inserting only half way, thus cutting a semi circle.

Here's one I made:



With all the different types of cupcake liners out there you are sure to find one for every occasion making this a versatile alternative to die cutting, scoring & folding.

Have a good week.

Friday, November 4, 2011

FABULOUS FRIDAY FIND-NeoGranny

Happy Friday!

Today's find is a wonderful ETSY crafter.
She is neogranny & she creates fabulous vintage inspired, laser cut wood cameos and more.
Here are a few pics of her fabulous creations:





Click HERE to go visit her ETSY SHOP. The attention to detail, the selection and pricing are all terrific for such fine quality workmanship.

By the way, I don't get any merchandise, kick backs or even recognition for sharing this information. I simply share these wonderful finds to support our crafty friends.
Hope you make your way to NEOGRANNY!
Have a lovely weekend.

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

A My Memories Digital Layout

Hey bloggers, I have said it before & I will say it again...you have got to try MYMEMORIES.COM .

Check out this layout I did:



Isn't it lovely?

Head over by clicking on my title bar & get your discount on the purchase price of the software by typing in my special promotional code : STMMM538452. You will get $10 off the purchase price of the software.

You can do so much!

I really love how many freebies they offer so you pretty much have quite a few options to chose from without having to purchase anything more than the software itself. They always have sales, great tutorials to help guide you through the process of creating digitally & a wonderful blog to inspire you.

I am still learning how to do different things but it has all been self taught by just navigating the site, watching the tutorials and trial & error.

If I can do this anyone can.

It's really fun.

Since my recent computer issues I have not been able to convert the complete album I made but I am working with someone from My Memories.com to help me get it all straightened out so I can share that. As soon as I do, I will post it.

Hope you at least visit their website & see what it's all about.

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

"TOOL TIME TUESDAY" Little Snips!

Hi Crafty Bloggers!

Today's tool is brought to you by Imaginisce. It is their LITTLE SNIPS!



These small snips are a big help when needing precision, quick cutting on everything from stray threads to stamped images. It is particularly good for use with specialty papers like velum or canvas and fabric toppers.

You can find it for sale for $4.99 HERE.

Have a great day!