I exclusively use my handwriting for journaling on my scrapbooking projects, but I know that everyone isn’t comfortable using theirs. So I was happy to see this post from Kate at Clover & Dot, with 3 Tips on Improving Your … Read More ...
Tutorial | Photoshop for Rookies
Harri at Vanilla Craft Blog has some help if you’re new to Photoshop. She uses sketches to illustrate basic concepts like layers, selecting, transforming and saving files. There are some really good tips here, so go check her out.… Read More ...
Giveaway | Personalized Wood Block Stamps
Jennifer McGuire fell in love with these personalized stamps from Bossy Joscie, and now she is giving some away! Click over to her blog to read more about them, and find out how you can enter. Entries close … Read More ...
Tutorial | Scrap Wood Photo Blocks
Here’s a great off the page project if you have some extra photos. Make these photo blocks using scrap pieces of wood, scrapbook paper and clips. Katie explains exactly what you’ll need to make them and takes you though … Read More ...
Tutorial | Make Tags With the Silhouette Machine
Follow along with Maritza Lisa as she shows you how to use your Silhouette machine to design and cut out tags. They would work perfect;y for journaling or embellishments, as well as for gifts. Click here to get all … Read More ...
Tutorial – DIY Instagram Polaroid Frames
I love this DIY from Dana at The Wonder Forest on how to print Polaroid look Instagram photos. She even provides the template you will need to make this happen. This is a great way to get those photos off … Read More ...
Tutorial | Hardcover Handbound Envelope Book
Make a completely customized hard cover book from scratch with this detailed tutorial at Instructables. donovanbeeson shows you exactly what you will need, then takes you through all the steps to complete this envelope book.
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Photography for Scrapbookers | Stepping Out of Auto
Step out of shooting in auto with help from Harri at Vanilla Craft Blog. She takes you through the three things critical for shooting in manual: ISO, Aperture & Shutter Speed, and even includes a free cheat sheet that you … Read More ...
Tutorial | Buttoned-Up Envelopes
Follow Heidi Kay’s instructions at Muslin and Merlot and make some buttoned-up envelopes using your patterned or plain papers. These are great for tucking in journaling, or as inserts in mini-albums. She includes the envelope template too! Click here for … Read More ...
Tutorial | Wooden Polaroid Gift Set
Gift photos in a new way by making this DIY Wooden Polaroid set. Ashley at Paper and Cloth used wooden Polaroid type frames she found at Michael’s Stores to create a lovely gift box. Click here to get … Read More ...
Tutorial | Quilled Flower Valentine Card
Learn how to make this lovely quilled flower at All Things Paper. Ann takes you step by step through the process, after explaining what supplies you will need to get started. use your finished flower on a card of … Read More ...
A Month of Free 3×4 Cards at Callaloo Soup
This month on my personal blog Callaloo Soup, I am sharing a free digital and printable 3×4 card every day. You can see the first four above, and grab the PDF here. I;m undertaking this project both to … Read More ...
Tutorial | Photo Booth Strip for Valentine’s Day
Nancy from Do Small Things With Love has a DIY for making a photobooth type strip with photos of you and a loved one (or ones). The best part os that you can do it using free online tools, no … Read More ...
Free 3×4 Cards for 2014 from Craft Gossip
Yes it’s already February, but you might still be looking for some journaling cards for the beginning of the year. I designed these especially as a thank-you gift for fans of the Facebook page. You can get them here.
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Tutorial | Create a Font on Your Smartphone or iPad
Bettina Johnson shows us how to make our very own font using apps for both iPhones/iPads and Android smartphones. You’ll need to get the free apps she recommends , as well as a stylus for “writing”. Imagine being able … Read More ...