DIY Sweethearts Candy Card With Conversation Hearts: A Fun Valentine Card!
The punched out hearts from this Valentine card I made earlier reminded me of conversation… [MORE]
Easy Valentine Card Ideas: How To Make Fun Cards Using Leftover Paper Scraps
I am determined to use my scrap papers in more of my cards this year. This card is an easy… [MORE]
How To Make A Super Cute Christmas Tree Card Using A Fun Sticker & Some Punches
When I saw this cute reindeer sticker at Hobby Lobby, I knew he belonged on a Christmas card. I… [MORE]
Handmade Christmas Card Idea + DIY Gift Tags Using Leftover Paper Scraps
Okay, confession time. This is not the card I had in mind when I bought these sheets of Christmas… [MORE]
How To Make A Rainbow Colored Thank You Card Or Birthday Card
This card was inspired by one I saw on the Cricut Community Message Board, where I get lots… [MORE]
Cardmaking
DIY Sweethearts Candy Card With Conversation Hearts: A Fun Valentine Card!
The punched out hearts from this Valentine card I made earlier reminded me of conversation candy hearts and inspired this Valentine candy box card. I used the extra small heart punch by The Paper Studio. It creates hearts very close to the size of the actual Sweethearts candies. Using this … [Read More...]
Easy Valentine Card Ideas: How To Make Fun Cards Using Leftover Paper Scraps
I am determined to use my scrap papers in more of my cards this year. This card is an easy example that can be used for any type of card just by changing the punch. I used the largest piece of scrap paper for the base of each card. The cream card is 6" x 4-1/4" when folded and the purple is … [Read More...]
How To Make A Super Cute Christmas Tree Card Using A Fun Sticker & Some Punches
When I saw this cute reindeer sticker at Hobby Lobby, I knew he belonged on a Christmas card. I pictured him peeking in on my Christmas day, and now you can too. The same could be done for any type of character sticker. I call this my reindeer Christmas peekaboo card... … [Read More...]
Scrapbooking
My Collection Of 12×12 Scrapbooks: 14 And Counting!
I started scrapbooking when I was in high school. Back then, we only had those old-fashioned scrapbooks -- heavy, rustic-looking albums which contained thick construction-paper type gray or cream-colored pages. We used everything from tape to glue sticks and black photo corners to hold the … [Read More...]
All The Best Free Scrapbook Fonts For Titles And Journaling
Following are the best places to find fun fonts for your scrapbook pages. I refer to these often -- especially if I'm looking for something really unique and different. Most are free to download (for personal use only). These are my favorite places to find scrapbook … [Read More...]
All The Best Scrapbook Journaling Tips To Make Writing On Your Pages Even Easier
Journaling is one of the most important aspects of scrapbooking. It brings life to your pages. It tells a story that others couldn't get from a photo alone. It adds your own insight and opinions to the page. It allows you, as a writer, to open up and invite readers into your heart. … [Read More...]
Other Crafts
VIDEO: 3 Really Unique Ways To Make Halloween Party Invitations!
The following video shows 3 fun ways to get your kids involved in making Halloween party invitations. #1 The first is a really clever idea: hand-write all of the details about the party onto a tiny pumpkin. One thing's for sure... everyone will be talking about your Halloween party invitation. … [Read More...]
How To Make Halloween Gift Bags For Treats & Party Favors
If you're looking for a small Halloween gift or giveaway for a Halloween party, these Halloween gift bags are ideal. Here's an example of one Halloween treat bag you can make. The following videos show just how simple Halloween treat bags are to make. And the best part: they can be … [Read More...]
Digital Stamps 101: Tutorials & Videos Showing How To Use Digital Stamps
In the craft world, there's a new form of stamping on the rise. It may open a whole new door to stampers everywhere. It's called digital stamps! (Sometimes they're referred to as digi stamps.) In case you've only heard bits and pieces about this new stamping revolution, here's everything you need to … [Read More...]
Craft Supplies
My Cricut Review: Expression vs Original Cricut Machine
Do you like to scrapbook? Make your own greeting cards? Decorate bulletin boards? If you said yes to any of the above, then you will love the Cricut! I have had my Provo Craft Cricut Expression machine for several years now... and I LOVE it! It has taken my paper … [Read More...]
Cuttlebug Machine Review – Cuttlebug Dies & Embossing Capabilities
I have heard nothing but rave reviews for the Cuttlebug by Provocraft, so I decided to order one. I love the site Custom Crops, and their prices are quite reasonable, so I got my Cuttlebug from them. Cuttlebug Embossing MachineWith the Cuttlebug, you to use their plastic and metal dies to cut and … [Read More...]
Kraft Edgers – The Ultimate Craft Scissors
I received a set of 18 Kraft Edgers scissors as a gift, and they are easily my favorite edging scissors! I love to use them to add unique touches to my handmade cards and other projects. Kraft Edgers are great for the following reasons: They can cut through all kinds of paper -- … [Read More...]
