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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! … [Read more...]
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! … [Read more...]
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...]
Today I am sharing the last display option. This display option is also one of the easiest or more intricate ones depending on how much customisation you want to attempt. This is just one of many ways to go. For inspiration and ideas on clipboards, I compiled this board on Pinterest for you to browse: Altered Clipboards Here are a few of my favorites: So I hope this series has inspired you to create some spectacular … [Read more...]
Today I want to share the second display option. I did a DIY Calendar stand on The Hybrid Chick Blog a few years ago and decided to revamp the idea using fun and bright file folders found at Target. For more fun ideas on Calendars be sure to visit this link: Calendar Tutorials … [Read more...]
Well I hope you survived Digital Scrapbooking Day! My EHD is groaning with new stuff...I just want to scrap! lol. But first I want to share the next installment of my 2012 Calendars - video tutorials. I have 3 display options available and all 3 is under $2! Woohoo for frugal and fabulous! (And did I mention easy?) Today's display option is the easiest and fastest. 5x7 Acrylic Photo Frames. Remember to check back tomorrow for more. If you want to see all of my Calendar Tutorials … [Read more...]
Desktop Calendars is very popular with Digital Scrapbookers but have you ever found yourself wondering 'But how do I assemble, print and display these calendars?'. Hopefully I can dispel some of these worries with this series of helpful video tutorials focusing on Desktop Calendars. So first...you have assembled your calendar pages and you are ready to print. What do you do know? Watch this video to see the process I use. I can remember when I started scrapbooking...a paper … [Read more...]
I created this step by step tutorial on how to create a Travel Envelope Album on the Hybrid Chick Blog. Be sure to check it out! I used this gorgeous collab by the TDC Designers - Around the World, the template and instructions are included. … [Read more...]
