Valerie Jardin at Digital Photography School reached out to social media and asked ” What is the most valuable photography tip you’ve gotten?” She received a plethora of responses, and in her article she shares 14 of them with … Read More ...
Tutorial | Make Your Own Greeting Cards
You can easily make your own greeting cards using supplies from your scrapbooking stash. It’s a great way to use up scraps too. These two tutorials can give you some ideas for personalized cards you can make. First try the … Read More ...
Product Review | Crystal Wilkinson’s Template Packs, & a Coupon!
I was contacted by Crystal Wilkinson to ask if I would like to review her new 12×12 digital template packs. Sure! It’s been a while since I did any digital scrapbooking, but happily her templates made it quick and … Read More ...
Tutorial | Chalkboard Camera Tags Using the Silhouette
Maritza shares how she made these camera tags using a Silhouette cut file and a chalkboard background. Use them for gifts, or as embellishments on a layout or card.
5 Quick Father’s Day Ideas
If you’re looking for a quick Father’s Day idea to create before Sunday June 15th, here are five I’ve found. The kids can help out with numbers 3 and 5!
1. Free Printable Coffee Cup Sleeve from The Sweet Escape… Read More ...
Tutorial | Paper Flower Wreath
If you love crafting with paper, you will definitely want to make this paper flower wreath by Kat at Just Crafty Enough. She shows you how to make the buds and flowers, and cut out the leaves and wreath … Read More ...
Tutorial | Washi Tape Planner Cover
Prettify a plain planner cover with a variety of washi tape in an original design. Khadija shares how she did hers, so you can make one too. This would work for mini-album or mini-book covers!
Tutorial | Shabby Chic Journal Cover
Melissa Samuels shows how she made this shabby chic journal cover using a variety of mixed media techniques. Get out your paints, lace, gesso, flowers and paper scraps and get creating!
Looking for more Art Journal supplies? Check these … Read More ...
Tutorial | DIY Hand Lettered Labels
Maritza had the great idea of turning her calligraphy practice writing into labels for envelopes and gifts. She used calligraphy paper, and a sticker maker to make it happen. Such a great idea! You can use these as journaling strips … Read More ...
Tutorial | Using Stencils With Gelatos
Heather Greenwood shares a neat mixed media technique for using stencils with Gelatos. It’s kind of the reverse of what you’re thinking! Her tutorials really make me want to invest in Gelatos too.
Photography for Scrapbookers | Get Better Everyday Photos of Kids
Alissa from Creative with Kids shares some tips and conversation starters to help you take better photos of your kids, and have them be willing participants in the process. I really like that she focused on connecting with your … Read More ...
Tutorial | Faux Wax Seals
Use your Silhouette machine and these instructions from Maritza to make these faux wax seals from cardstock. What a great idea! These would look nice on a scrapbook page or card for sure.
Tutorial | DIY Scrapbook Paper Envelopes
Brighten someone’s day with these patterned paper envelopes following Emma’s tutorial at Gathering Beauty. You will need an old envelope to use as a template, patterned papers, scissors and glue. Use them to send a card to a friend … Read More ...
Show & Tell | Using Up Your Scraps
Head on over to Pixels and Glue to see some great ideas from Dana for using up your scraps. She cut mini-envelopes out, then embellished them to use for cards, minis and scrapbook pages. You can use a die-cutting machine … Read More ...
Tutorial – Origami Shirts for Father’s Day
Add these adorable origami shirts by Pretty Nice to a Father’s Day Card or gift tag. They are based on the dollar bill origami shirts, but you can make them in patterned paper once you cut it to the correct … Read More ...