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Inking and Distressing go hand in hand. They complement each other but looks great on their own too! Here are 2 Inking Techniques: You will need some Chalk Ink/Distress Ink, Applicator (I use a Make-Up Sponge) and a Non Stick Craft Sheet or I made one using Wax Paper that I wrapped around a self healing mat and taped shut. First Technique: Blot some ink onto the craft mat and using circular motion apply it to the edges. Second Technique: Use your applicator and … [Read more...]
This basic tutorial will demonstrate what it means to 'score and fold'. Very popular with Origami, Card Making and creating Boxes and Bags. You will need a Bone Folder and Ruler. Use the Bone Folder and Ruler to create a line along the area indicated to score and fold. Fold the paper along the score line and use the Bone Folder to make it crisp and neat. Very simple but absolutely essential to paper crafts. … [Read more...]
Ever wondered what I use for my everyday crafting? What I just could not live without? Well here is a list of my tools I use and love. For Paper Crafting I do recommend the following tools: Essentials Scissors Craft Knife Nail File Metal Ruler Archival Pen/Gel Pen Bone Folder Glue Baby Wipes Nice to have Mod Podge Double Sided Tape - Permanent and Removable Glue Dots - 3D, Mini and Craft Trimmer Spatula Decorative Edge … [Read more...]
Project Life just keeps getting better and better. The more pages I do the more I love it. It is kind of addictive. I was so worried that I would lose interest especially since I was so far behind but I just finished these up and 1 more week left till I am all caught up. It makes me feel so accomplished. WEEK 4 I used mainly the Clementine Core Kit with some Smash labels. I also printed out and cut some tags and labels from Designs by Lili. I was so worried about this week … [Read more...]
Still catching up but I am so happy to share these with you. I have been playing with my workflow and I think I have it nailed. Oh Life has been my life saver especially during the hectic first weeks of January. WEEK 2 I used mainly the Clementine Project Life Kit and added some goodies from my stash. I also played around a bit with my Silhouette and did a few of the blackout font titles that are popular now. WEEK 3 I loved playing with this weeks … [Read more...]
Project Life is such a fantastic way to record your family's everyday stories. I am enjoying the process and learning so much. TITLE PAGE digital products used: TODAY - THE COLLECTION WEEK 1 I had fun printing out all the little bits from my new collection and love the look of it all together. I so love the arrows...I can use them over and over. We had an amazing time in Vegas and I am so happy I had the time to document this trip. Check … [Read more...]
Project Life is just so inspiring at the moment. I am not someone who does very well with these kind of projects but I am loving the sense of accomplishment I get when I complete a week and get to share it with the family. I am having some printer issues (umm lol I need ink! rofl!) so I am going to share my Title Page and Week 1 Pages in Digital Format. I will not do much after printing except adding some minor embellishments. TITLE PAGE I want to add a K to the library card...add … [Read more...]
Slowly but surely I am catching up on my posts. Scrapping comes much easier to me than the actual blogging so please forgive me for taking forever on getting these up. I was so excited about the Actions Wendyzine created and oh boy are they awesome! I had my page done in under 2 hours (yes that includes printing and cutting). DIGI Credits: Zoe Pearns -Tis The Season, Wendyzine Action: Scrap it Pocket Pages What I love about it... It is fast I don't need to over think … [Read more...]
After reading Ali Edward's post about Project Life and organization and Marcy Penner's awesome series on Project Life I knew I wanted a dedicated space. I wish I had a spot in the kitchen/family room but at this time it just would not work. So I created a spot in my craft room dedicated for Project Life. My basic tools etc. is still in their normal spot on the main worktable. This basically enables me to just pop in quick notes and memorabilia or even do a quick 'decorating/embellishing spree' … [Read more...]
Have a merry merry Christmas with your loved ones! Thank you so much for all your love and support during the year...I am so blessed to be a part of this amazing community. … [Read more...]
