Ten cards that use your scraps and a circle punch Open bubbles: Cut a panel A2 size or smaller, punch holes using a variety of punches in a horizontal or vertical group and back with contrasting color paper. (Inspired by Simon Says Stamp die Luminary Circles) Circles with a tiny heart: Punch a small heartContinue reading “Stash-busting cards with circle punches”
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Creating Keepsakes CKC Houston 2025
CKC Houston (actually Conroe) June 13-14 2025 All the stamp and scrapbook shows I’ve attended over the years, starting in the ‘90s, are very similar. There is a “show floor” in a convention center or hotel ballroom that has vendor booths. The vendors have craft supplies for sale and may offer a small project “makeContinue reading “Creating Keepsakes CKC Houston 2025”
Let’s talk about card kits
Is a card kit right for you? Let’s discuss the pros and cons. BenefitsLess decision fatigueRight amount of supplies for projectCommunity / craft-alongs DrawbacksYou must take all components of kitYou may receive unwanted kits with any subscriptionSubscription commitment (some kits) Can go either wayCost of kit may be higher or lower than component pricesSomeone elseContinue reading “Let’s talk about card kits”
Scissors and Paper Trimmers
Do I need specialty scissors? What are all the different kinds of paper trimmers? Let’s discuss cutting tools! I am including shopping links, but mostly so you can read additional details about each item if you would like to do that. (Seriously, I’ve made about $10 lifetime on Amazon links, so I don’t care ifContinue reading “Scissors and Paper Trimmers”
Faux Marble Embellishment
Materials: silicone mold, tissue paper, glue, embossing powder The mold I used today is from Dollar Tree and meant for making a coaster. I lightly misted the mold with water, then lined it with tissue large enough to cover the mold and overhang the edges by several inches. I brushed on some regular white glue,Continue reading “Faux Marble Embellishment”
Toilet paper roll envelope
I used toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and wrapping paper rolls to make the pockets. The paper towel and wrapping paper rolls can be cut long enough to hold an ATC or gift card. Flatten the tube and mark 1″ from one end and 1/2″ from the other end. For longer paper towel andContinue reading “Toilet paper roll envelope”
Shaped mini-albums
Two ways to use Dollar Tree items to make easy shaped mini-albums First we’ll use “shaped decor sheets” from the Teaching Tree line. I’m sure these are meant for a classroom bulletin board. I applied a thin coat of Mod Podge in satin to a scrap piece of lightweight cardboard (I think it was fromContinue reading “Shaped mini-albums”
Calculator tape crafts
Calculator tape is meant to be used in a desktop calculator to print calculations, but I can’t remember the last time I turned on the tape in my own 10-key. I thought it would make a fun craft supply, so I used it to stamp and watercolor, make a paper ruffle, and make a snippetContinue reading “Calculator tape crafts”
Cantilevered Storage Box
Easy-to-make cantilevered storage box, similar to a thread chest Materials: 6 boxes, 12 strips, 36 brads You will need six identical small boxes. These must be the type with a removable top or sleeve, like a jewelry box or matchbox. I’m making mine using the Sizzix Tim Holtz Curio Box die, but you can easilyContinue reading “Cantilevered Storage Box”
Dollar Tree treat bag to mini album
Dollar Tree treat bag to mini album I’m using a package of 10 treat bags from Dollar Tree, approximately 4.5” x 9” from their spring 2024 line. These are similar in size to standard paper lunch bags, also described as a 4 lb bags. The advantage of the Dollar Tree treat bags is that youContinue reading “Dollar Tree treat bag to mini album”
Papercraft Crystal 