TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: BITTERFLIES FOR SPRING (BUGS AND FISHES; LAURA)

Nothing says spring better than butterflys. These beauties are made in a snap, and the joy never stops. Great idea!

VIDEO: STEWART SUPERIOR PALETTE GLUE PAD (ELAINE BARR)

The Palette Glue Pad is easy, easy, easy, to use, and the results are terrific. Click VIDEO (above) to watch Elaine show you how.

Go here http://paperfriendly.blogspot.com/2007/04/make-it-easy_26.html to see how to use it with polymer clay.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: DIMENSIONAL FLOWER (PAPER CRAFT JUNKIES; TRACEY GRUNDY)

It's a good idea to have a few of these in your stash...having a couple that are ready to go is more than good. Fast, easy, cute and versatile. What more is there?

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see these cuties.

CHALLENGE: LOTS TO DO (HILDA)

The topic for this challenge is announced on Saturday, and the entries start rolling in Sunday. Excellent entries here to ponder, enjoy and learn from.

Click CHALLENGE (above) to see the rules and regs.

TUTORIAL: STITCHED FLOWER CARD (MAINLY FLOWERS; JOANNE)

Joanne can be counted on to create one gorgeous card after another. Kind of intimidating for the rest of us. The stitching found on this one adds a special touch.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this one.

RECYCLE: VALENTINE CARDS (CITY OF EL SEGUNDO)

How about this? These handy recycling tips are from the city of El Segundo...pretty neat if you ask me. Click RECYCLE (above) to see all the ways you can keep the love from the valentines you received.

VIDEO: NESTIES IN ALL MACHINES (CREATIVE PLAY STAMPS; LAURA)

If you've wondered how to use Nesties in your die cut machine, this video will provide the answers. Fact is, you might be a little surprised to see how easy it is. You'll also be surprised at the price of the Nesties on this site (hint...pretty good!).

Click VIDEO (above) to see how to use those Nesties.

TUTORIAL: HOW TO TAKE PICTURES AT HOME (WHIP UP)

There is all sorts of terrific info here...including tuts for DIY light boxes. Might not be a bad idea to print out this goody to have it handy during picture taking time.

Click TUTORIAL (above) for the info.

TUTORIAL: RIBBON ROSETTE (ONCE WED;LAURIE)

One speedy bit of bling! Easy as can be, too. Use these beauties on cards and layouts...in addition to shoes, purses, as pins or in your hair (think bow substitute).

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how to make them.

TUTORIAL: BIG SHOT/BIGKICK PREMIUM CREASE PAD (PATTY'S STAMPING SPOT; PATTY)

You'll notice this tut is directed to the Stampin Up Big Shot...not to worry, only differences between that machine and the Sizzix Big Shot and BigKICK are cosmetic (colors, primarily). So, what works for the SUBS works for SBS and SBK (gotta love all those initials!).

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start cranking...

TUTORIAL: BIGSHOT/BIGKICK MULTI-PURPOSE PLATFORM( STAMP THINGS; MARIE)

I have an idea any questions you might have for using the Multi-Purpose Platform will be answered in this tutorial. There's an incredible amount of information here...all of it good!

Click TUTORIAL (above) for the info.

VIDEO; LEAF CARD (KU KU CARD)

This is a delightful card to receive. Thanks to the video, you'll have no problems creating it, Click VIDEO (above) to see how easy it is.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES: FLOWER SEED PACKETS (SQUIDOO)

Although this tutorial is labeled, 'wedding favor, ' the packets can be used as a gift for any occasion. This tut is about as detailed as a tut could possibly be; it even includes resources for all supplies. Great idea; great tut; great fun!

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) to see it all.

TUTORIAL: PAPER BAG BASKET (MARTHA STEWART)

The previous entry used a lunch bag for the basket; this one uses a grocery bag. Perfect size for a centerpiece, or for that candy hungry kid expecting great things from THE bunny. Embellish and/or decorate or leave it plain...the choice is yours.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how quickly this 'basket' can be made.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: LUNCH BAG FLOWERS (MARTHA STEWART)

Just in time for that 'spring-forward' party you've been dying to have! If no party is in your future, consider these a new approach to an Easter Basket...a not too shabby new approach.

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see how Martha does it.

FREE DOWNLOAD: 4.5 X 6 ENVELOPE TEMPLATE (FAMILY CRAFTS; SHERRI OSBORN)

Just never know when you'll need an envy of this size; stick this in your favs, and it'll be ready to go when needed.

Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above), turn on the printer and go for it!

TUTORIAL: PAPER FLOWER CD CASE (CURBLY; LILYBEE)

Easy and cute and one very handy gift wrapper. Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how it's made.

TUTORIAL: ORIGAMI CHERRY BLOSSOMS (THE FLIRTY GUIDE; STACIE)

Spring is trying to spring...time to jump-start the season with this centerpiece. The step-by-step pictures eliminate problems, and you'll end up with a gorgeous bouquet.


Click TUTORIAL (above) to begin.

VIDEOS: NESTIE ORIGAMI FLOWER (AFTER MIDNIGHT STAMPS; LINDA HANSON)

Nestie lovers will flip over these flowers made with the scalloped circles set. Watch both videos to see all of the instructions.

Click VIDEOS (above) to learn how to make these beauties.

TUTORIAL: MAZE BOOK (GLITTER ADVENTURE; ANSO)

If awards were given for tuts, this one would rate five stars...rarely do you see one that is as thorough as this one. This little booklet has all sorts of uses, including as a darling Brag Book for grandparents.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this goody.

FREE DOWNLOAD: PAPER DOLLS (CEN'S CRAFTY BITS; CENSUS)

If dollies are your thing, you'll love these cuties. Lots of ways to use them: layouts; cards; collages...and...paper dolls.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see them.

VIDEO: LAYERING WITH WATERCOLOR (DAVE BRETHAUER)

Nothing better than being taught by the master! As always, Dave exceptional information will enable you to recreate this technique.

Click VIDEO (above) to learn how easily layering with watercolors is accomplished.

TUTORIAL: SPRING-OUT FLOWER CARD (LAUREN MEADER)

Spring has got to be on the way...right? This beauty will make the wait bearable. Clever idea that you'll be sure to like.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.

TADA : INTERVIEW IN VINTAGE IMAGE CRAFT NEWSLETTER

Gotta do a little strutting around...click TADA (above), then scroll down to the interview about me. To read previous issues of the Newsletter, click the
Back to Back Issues link at the bottom of the page. To sign up to receive the Newsletter, return to the homepage; the link is at the bottom of that page.

Thanks Vintage Image Craft!

FREE DOWNLOADS: VERSES/SAYINGS/POEMS (VERSES 4 CARDS)

OK, no more excuses for not knowing what to say! You'd be hard pressed to find a more complete assortment of verses, sayings, and poems than found here.

Click VERSES (above) to see them all. Check out the entry below this one to learn how to print messages on either the inside or outside of your card

FYI: HOW TO PRINT VERSES ON CARDS (VERSES 4 CARDS)

Here's the nitty gritty for printing messages on the inside of your card. As Martha would say, "This is a good thing!' Click FYI (above) to see how it's done.

VIDEO: CUTE AND EASY FLOWER EMBELLISHMENT (KU-KU)

Sooo easy, sooo inexpensive. Have an idea you'll use these quick-to-make embellishments lots and lots.

Click VIDEO (above) to see how to make these cuties.

SUPER SITE: SCRAPBOOK MANIA AND MORE (INGRID)

Ingrid's cards aren't exactly chump change, and you'll be more than impressed with her use of acetate sheets. Beautiful creations abound; click SUPER SITE (above) to see what I'm talking about.

VIDEO: POST IT NOT HOLDER (PARTICRAFT)

This video is a good as a video can be...just outstanding. In addition to showing you how to make this cute holder, you'll also see how to lightly blend ink over paper edges.

Click VIDEO (above) and plan to be impressed.

TUTORIAL: PUNCH COLLAGE (ALI EDWARDS)

Great way to use up those bits and bobs of paper...and if your stash of those is low (!), magazine pages work just fine. Click TUTORIAL (above) to see Ali's creation.

RECYCLE: OATMEAL BOX RIBBON STORAGE (CURBLY; MOD HOME EC TEACHER)

How clever is this? You'll flip when you see it. Click RECYCLE (above) to see what I'm yammering about...

TUTORIAL: DOILY LANTERN (MAKE GROW GATHER; KELLY WILKINSON)

These 'lanterns' may just well be the solution when you want to add a bit of pizaaz, and you don't have a lot of time and/or money. If you can't find doilies in the color you want, spray white ones in the color of your choice.

Click TUTORIAL (above) for the info.

EYE CANDY: IN STAMPING MODE;MELISSA SAULS

This card is perfect...in every sense of card-making standards. Congrats, Melissa!

Click EYE CANDY (above) to see it, then click the title of her blog to see her other creations.

VIDEOS: CRICUT TUTORIAL VIDEOS (CLEVER SOMEDAY)

If you're a Cricut owner, you'll be in hog heaven when you open this link. What an incredible resource; searching for that special tutorial is now a thing of the past. Fantastic!

Click VIDEOS (above) and plan to spend a few hours playing.

SUPER SITE: STASH, STASH, AND MORE STASH (SARAH)

Sarah's creations are just plain good...as good as can be. One delightful creation after another is what you'll find here.

Click SUPER SITE (above) and plan to enjoy.

VIDEO: CUT AND EMBOSS WITH A NESTIE: CROPSTOP.COM

Although this video uses a Cuttlebug, the same technique can be done with either a Big Kick or Big Shot, using the Multi-purpose Platform and the embossing pad.

Click VIDEO (above) to see how quickly and easily this technique is accomplished.

FYI: FREE BLOGGER TEMPLATE DIRECTORY (STITCHES tm; DARWIN)

If you've got a hankering to change the layout of your blog, this is the place to visit. All sorts of templates here for you to think about. I don't know if these will work with blogs other than Blogger, so be sure to find out before you make a decision.

Click FYI (above) to see the neat templates.

FYI: 101 RIBBON USES (SAVVY 'N SASSY RIBBON)

You just might want to put this in your favs...no telling when you'll need one of these super ideas. Click FYI (above) to see all 101 of them.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: HANGING HEART FILLED WITH CANDY (MARTHA STEWART)

Last tut for this valentine's day, and it's a good one! Don't know why these hearts wouldn't work for other holidays and parties (think bridal shower!).

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see this idea.

VINTAGE VALENTINE MUSEUM (JOLENE)

Click  here to see an array of valentines from days gone past...absolutely delightful!!

TUTORIAL: HEART DOILIES (MARTHA STEWART)

No way you can have a valentine-do without heart doilies...no way! Make these in a snap...to embelish is up to you.

Click TUTORIAL (above), then fold and cut.

TUTORIAL: CURLY PUNCH (STAMPIN KUB; KURTIS AMUNDSON)

How clever is this? Fantastic idea; fantastic tut! Click TUTORIAL (above) to see what I'm all excited about.

TUTORIAL: LAST MINUTE VALENTINE QUICKIE (HOW ABOUT ORANGE; JESSICA JONES)

These will do the job, and I won't say a word about your ability to procrastinate. Click TUTORIAL (above) NOW.

TUTORIAL: VALENTINE CARD (HERO ARTS ; JACKI JONES)

Here's a beauty you'll enjoy. You still have time to make it for your One and Only...just don't fiddle too long before you get busy!

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see and learn...

SUPER SITE: WEE INKLINGS (LEANNE)

Lots of neat stuff here...including her challenge entries. If you're still valentine challenged, you'll enjoy seeing what LeeAnn has done for Heart Day.

FREE DOWNLOADS: VALENTINES (JOLI PACQUET; LITTLE PINK STUDIO)

No need to fret and stew...these little beauties will handle your 'no valentines' problem. Print, slap the print on the front of folded card stock, write a message on the inside, stick it in an envelope, and your problem is gone with the wind...lickity split, easy as pie, quick as a wink!

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and away you go...

FREE DOWNLOADS: VALENTINE STUFF (PRINT PICNIC)

All sorts of stuff here...everything from card fronts to card messages to cutouts to backgrounds. Like I said...all sorts of stuff here!

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see it all.

TUTORIAL: HIDDEN DRAWER CARD (ANGEL STAMPER 2; VICKIE HOOD)

Talk about fancy-dancy...this one is a guaranteed wow! Easy to make thanks to Vickie's detailed tutorial and pictures, and a pleaser for any occassion.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and be impressed.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: COBWEB VALENTINE WITH JOCELYN (MARTHA STEWART; JOCELYN WORRALL)

I love these! They look like they're so complicated to make, but we won't tell anyone how very easy they really are. Click TUTORIAL (above) to get the nitty gritty.

TUTORIAL: PRETTY VALENTINE (DREAM, CREATE, INSPIRE; JEANNE)

This adorable valentine is pretty as can be...and quick to create. Pretty, pretty, pretty!

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.

TUTORIAL: NO TOOLS FLOWERS (MAINLY FLOWERS; JOANNE)

How about this for cleverness? Make up a slug of them when you 're plopped in front of the TV, and you'll be all set next time the perfect embellishment is needed.

Click TUTORIAL (above)...as always, Joanne has prepared an excellent tutorial.

SUPER SITE: A FRESH START; LESLIE RICH

Whenever you need a ray of sunshine surrounded by beauty, here's the spot to visit. Leslie's creations are works of art...

Click SUPER SITE (above) to see and enjoy.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: FELT HEART PINS (PURL BEE; MOLLY)

Cute, quick and fun...what more could you want? A click on TUTORIAL (above) to see what I'm talking about.

CHALLENGE: BIG ART ADVENTURE (LINDA AND ROSIE)

If thinking out of the box is your thing, this is the challenge for you. One fantastic adventure after another here...eye candy by the pound.

Click CHALLENGE (above) for the rules and regs.

VIDEO: SUSPENSION VALENTINE CARD (DAWN GRIFFIN)

Clever, clever and easy, easy. Don't limit this technique to valentines...just change the image to suit your needs.

Click VIDEO (above) and watch Dawn as she takes you through the steps.

TEMPLATES: BOXES FOR DECKS OF PLAYING CARDS (ELLIOT C. EVANS)

Just wait til you see what this site has for you...you're gonna flip! Talk about fun. Now don't get tangled up with the names of these boxes; remember, a box is a box is a box. Make the template in the size needed for the item you want boxed.

Click TEMPLATES, above, to see the surprise.

TUTORIAL: HOW TO MAKE A NECKTIE VALENTINE (CRAFT STYLISH; DIANE GILLELAND

How cute is this! Plus it's one hot shot way to use those yucky ties that will never be seen hanging from a collar.

Click TUTORIAL, above, and head for the closet (or Goodwill).

TUTORIAL: MAKE A CUSHIONY VALENTINE (CRAFT STYLISH; MARY RAY)

If you march to a different drummers, here's the perfect valentine for you to give to those you hold near and dear. Remember to put your name and date on the back....this little guy will be around for a long time.

Cllick TUTORIAL (above) and get busy (time is running short).

TUTORIAL: VINTAGE VALENTINE (MARTHA STEWART)

This valentine qualifies as unique...and you can be sure it'll be greatly appreciated. It's not complicated to make, thanks to the step by step tut.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this beauty.

VIDEO: BUTTON HEART CARD (KWERNER DESIGN BLOG)

Here's a fun valentine...add a teeny flower or jewel here and there if you want a little bling. Click VIDEO (above) to see how quickly this card is made.

TUTORIAL: HOW TO USE A ROTARY CUTTER (PURL BEE; MOLLY)

To see how to use the best cutting system around, click TUTORIAL (above). I was a fabric person loooong before I became a paper person, so it's no surprise that my stitching and quilting tools were first tools I used with paper.

I do almost all cutting with rotaries; I don't own a paper cutter...no reason to. Long as the blade will cut it, I use a rotary. The list of supplies that can be cut is long and ranges from wrapping tissue to cardstock to matboard to metal sheeting to shrink plastic to acetate to uncured polymer clay to air-dried clay (think you get the idea!). The big guy (60mm) slides through foam board in one slice; the little guy (18mm) whips around curves quick as a wink. Don't fiddle with blades labeled, For Paper, use fabric blades. Yep...those fancy edge blades work on paper as well as they do on fabric (they also work on uncured polymer clay!).

Depending upon the thickness of a supply, up to seven layers can be cut at a time. A strip as narrow as 1/8" can be cut from an edge. Corners are square and edges are straight when cut with a rotary.

Other advantages: storage and portability. A complete set of handles, a slug of blades and a couple of quilting rulers fit nicely in a drawer; no big hunky piece of heavy equipment taking up counter space. Your cutting tools go where you want, when you want...without hassle.

Try rotaries...you'll love 'em!

TUTORIAL: SEWN PAPER VALENTINES (THE PURL BEE; MOLLY)

Thanks to your sewing machine, these sweeties are completed in a snap, and they're a good way to use up those fabric leftovers. Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how.

Link is now fixed...sorry about the mix-up!

SUPER SITE: THE PAPER LANDSCAPER (DENISE)

Denise often decorates the inside of a card and includes pictures of those 'inners.' Nice feature! Lots of excellent examples of layering...and those layers are in balance. Great creations to see here.

Click SUPER SITE (above) to enjoy what Denise has in store for you.

TUTORIAL:CD CASE MINI ALBUM (MAKING MINI SCRAPBOOKS)

These albums are terrific gifts for any occassion. The kind of gift that keeps on giving, year after year after year. Plus, they're easy and quick to make...guess you could say these albums are four star.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start one right now!

FREE DOWNLOADS: PRINTABLE BOOKPLATES (SWEET JESSIE)

First words out of your mouth when you see these bookplates will be ooooh... Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see if I'm right!

TUTORIALS: VALENTINE GIFTS (CRAFTS FOR ALL SEASONS)

Still looking for THE perfect gift for your sweetie...check out these ideas. One of these might just fit the bill to a T. A quick click on TUTORIALS (above) opens the door..

TUTORIALS/TEMPLATES: VALENTINE'S DAY PROJECTS (A TIME TO STAMP; MICHELLE HOFFMAN)

All sorts of good stuff here for you to ponder...and create. You're bound to find something you love!

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) and select your favorite.

VIDEO/TUTORIAL: MINI WEEKLY PLANNER (ETSY; JULIE SCHNEIDER)

Bet you thought Etsy was a site that only sold stuff...WRONG! Check out this video/tutorial to see what I'm talking about. This cutie is a super quick solution for last minute love gifts.

Click VIDEO/TUTORIAL (above) to see it.

TUTORIAL: BITS AND PIECES FRAME (JOLI PACQUET; JEANNE)

This frame is an outstanding gift for your valentine. Use the supplies listed or adapt the arrangement to supplies which have meaning for you. Either way, it will be a true labor of love that will be treasured.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and begin your creation.

FREE FONTS: VALENTINE THEME (DAFONT)

This'll do you...click FREE FONTS (above) to see the many ways you can print, 'I love you!'

TUTORIAL: MATCHBOOK BOOK (SPOTTED SPARROW; JULIA)

Cute AND useful...what more could you want for a valentine gift? It can be either a handy little note pad with blank pages or a collection of love notes for your sweetie. If you're going with the love note idea, put a mushing note on each page with a few gimmes thrown in (back rub, I walk the dog, breakfast in bed...you get the idea!) here and there.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and create.

FYI :BLOG BACKGROUNDS (THE BACKGROUND FAIRY;(KAREN)

Mercy, mercy...if you have a blog, you HAVE to check out this site. Karen takes the hard stuff and turns it into child's play. My thanks to her.

Click FYI (above), then look and learn.

TUTORIAL/VIDEO: GHIRADELLI GIFT BOX (SCS; BEATE JOHNS)

I could live on Ghiradelli chocolate squares, so I'd have to have a lot of extras to keep me nourished while I'm making these darling little boxes. Suppose the boxes could be used for other mini-bars...but no other chocolate 'nourishes' like Ghiradelli!

Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and don't eat too much chocolate!

TUTORIALS: MINI MAILBOXES (A TIME TO STAMP; MICHELLE HOFFMAN)

This is the spot to see some terrific ideas for decorating mini mail boxes. Click TUTORIALS (above) to see and create!

SUPER SITE: INKOLLAGE (JEAN OKIMOTO)

You'll find one stunning creation after another here...less is best applies, and the results are perfection.

Click SUPER SITE (above) to enjoy classy and uncluttered beauties.

FREE DOWNLOADS: BACKGROUND PAPERS (CEN'S LOFT; CENSUS)

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above), then scroll down a bit to the gorgeous papers you can print out. Truly gorgeous..thanks, Cen.

TUTORIAL: DOUBLE POUCH TREAT BAG (321 STAMP; CATHERINE HARWOOD)

No...you're not seeing double, and I didn't post the same entry twice. This tutorial is slightly different than the one posted earlier today.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this tut.

TUTORIAL: DOUBLE POUCH GIFT BAG (SISTERHOOD OF SCRAP)

Fill this little darling with sweeties for your sweetie. Easy to make and fun to get. Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how it's made.

TUTORIAL:DOUBLE HEART SPIRAL CARD (EXTREME CARDS)

If this card doesn't impress the receiver, it's time to more on! Thanks to the step by step pictures and clearly written tutorial, it's easy as pie to construct. As you probably noticed, this blog is super-packed with goodies. Spend some time tooling around...

Click TUTORIAL (above) to begin.

FREE DOWNLOADS: VINTAGE PHOTOS (OLD PHOTO ALBUM; CHRISTINE ANNETTE)

This blog has a wonderful selection of vintage photos...perfect to print on either
transparencies or card stock.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see these charming photos.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: FLOWER BOX CARD (PAPER SOURCE)

Don't know about you, but this card stole my heart. Might be a little difficult to mail, so best to hand deliver it (with a kiss or two!)

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see it.

FREE DOWNLOADS: VALENTINE PAPERS, FRAMES, EMBELLISHMENTS, ETC. (SCRAPBOOK SCRAPBOOK)

Talk about the mother lode! 23 pages of valentine downloads...background paper, frames, embellishments, laces, messages...who could ask for more?

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) then click the Free.pdf format link (it's in red). The instructions on the first page answer the hows and whys questions.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: WOVEN HEART BASKET (FAMILY FUN)

This woven heart has a slightly different appearance than the type normally seen. I recommend you watch the video before making it...it'll be a lot easier if you do. Great basket for the kiddos to take to school for their valentines; great basket to use as a deco in the house; laminate the paper before cutting the strips, then hang the completed basket on the front door.

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see how it's done.

FREE DOWNLOAD: VALENTINE TEABAG WRAPPERS AND TAGS (CREATURE COMFORTS)

How's this for a heart-warming idea? Super for a valentine gift, but a change of images makes them super for any gift-giving occasion.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see these sweeties.