The Cutting Files

The Cutting Files is a revolutionary new way to use your Digital Die Cutting Machine to its fullest extent.

More Paper Flowers

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April 7th, 2012

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I am so excited with the debut of my products at Sweet Shoppe Designs and taking all my products under one umbrella. I created this short tutorial showing you have to assemble and make pretty flowers with my Paper Flowers Cutting Files.   and here is a look at the finished product: Hope you enjoyed this tutorial!

Scalloped Paper Flowers

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April 7th, 2012

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Just a quick tutorial on how to assemble my Cutting Files: Paper Flowers now available at Sweet Shoppe Designs. I used the Scalloped Flower for this video. Here is the finished flower on a pretty gift basket: MORE INSPIRATION Hope this has inspired you to create your own embellishments!

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I am so excited to share with you my NEW Releases for the BIG New Designer Reveal Weekend at Sweet Shoppe Designs: Mothers Love SAVE 25% NOW THROUGH SUNDAY Traci created this amazing page… MORE INSPIRATION [Show as slideshow]

How to Ink and Distress

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March 13th, 2012

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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 ...

Score and Fold

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March 13th, 2012

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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 ...

Tools of The Trade

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March 13th, 2012

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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 Scissors Cropodile (Hole ...