quick easy cute fun: projects for paper crafters
Newly released in the 2011-12 Idea Book & Catalog (US), the Cheerful Treat DSP pack is exclusively available to hostesses. At first glance, this DSP looked decidely girlish to me. But once I had it in hand, a variety of possibilities (some quite unexpected) opened up. Want to make the most of this DSP pack, and your hostess dollars? Then. . .[Read More]
Remember the ‘Hello, Carrot’ 3×3 note card? The carrot element combines punching and stamping–with a touch of fussy cutting–to turn a couple of scraps into a fun addition to a spring card or scrapbook page. Before we get into the tutorial, I wanted to share a few words about fussy cutting: If you’re like me, fussy. . .[Read More]
Released in the U.S. in the 2010-11 Idea Book & Catalog, Blueberry Crisp may well be my favorite pattern from this catty. If this pattern has not yet caught your eye, here are some points you might find helpful: Coordinating Stamp Set: Razzle Dazzle Colors: Not Quite Navy, Pacific Point, Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla Good choice. . .[Read More]
Our stop on the OWH Bunny Hop blog hop featured a punch art tribute to the quintessential Easter treat, marshmallow Peeps. (With apologies to Whodini–and if you’re asking ‘Who what?’, it was the disco era, ’nuff said–we’ve entitled that card ‘The Peeps Come Out at E.Tide’.) Like so many who left comments, I love Peeps because they’re cute,. . .[Read More]
Of the three Petal Cone die projects I made for the Stampin’ Addicts 2011 Occasions Mini Blog Hop, I think my favorite was this Ice Cream in a Waffle Cone card. (For a separate view of any tutorial picture, click on the image. Then, to zoom in for a close up, click again.) In creating the card, the first decision was. . .[Read More]
Remember the Grad Cap Gift Box & Card set? It was one of the Sizzix Petal Cone Bigz L Die projects we introduced on the Stampin’ Addicts 2011 Occasions Mini Blop Hop. Well, to create that project, first you need to make this Mortarboard Card. THE CARD BASE The card base itself is a 4″ square card. Of course, black is the traditional color for. . .[Read More]
Here’s how to create the block dreidels featured in this place setting ensemble for Hanukkah (or Chanukah, if you prefer), in three small bites: Punch. Use punches (Large Tag, Extra Large Tag, Jewelry Tag, 3/4″ Square, 3/4″x15/16″ Oval) to create these shapes from your desired colors of cardstock and patterned paper. Modify. Sponge edges of oval with shimmer. . .[Read More]
Remember the playful pup from the ‘You’re My Hero!’ card? Created in honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog month, this li’l critter would be a great focal point on a ‘congratulations on your new furbaby!’ card. I can also see this tail wagger garnering smiles when used on a child’s birthday or get well card, or even putting a touch. . .[Read More]
--Holly & The Dog
