If you're in need of a monogram, look no further than this site. They're incredible!
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print.
Monday, November 30, 2009
FYI: NO SLIP HANGERS (MARTHA STEWART)
This little tidbit is too good to keep secret. Consider giving a bunch of hangers 'altered' in this way to friends who have closets stuffed with clothes. A strip of red liner tape will hold the faux suede in place along the top of the hanger.
Click FYI (above) and gift away.
Click FYI (above) and gift away.
Labels:
Home Decor (No-Slip Hangers)
Sunday, November 29, 2009
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: CHRISTMAS TREE TEA LIGHT (EXPREME CARDS AND PAPER CRAFTING; CPEEP)
Terrific creation...but what else would we find at Extreme Cards? When you're finished making these dollies, click the Christmas Card link on the right side of the page. Scads of extremely good stuff there that you should not miss.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to get the nitty gritty.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to get the nitty gritty.
TUTORIAL: FLIP BOOK (MEMORYLANE SCRAPPING DESIGN TEAM)
Remember these? I loved them when I was a kid, and don't think I'm the only one. They're really easy to create, and this tut makes it even easier (sll steps are thoroughly explained). Great little stocking stuffer...
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start flipping
!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start flipping
!
Labels:
Tutorials
FREE DOWNLOADS: POINSETTIA FLOWERS AND SHOES (CRAFTER'S KITCHEN'; JAK HEATH)
Jak has provided us with yet another spectacular page of images to download. I have an idea you'll find all sorts of ways to use them in your creations.
click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print (and be impressed!)
click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print (and be impressed!)
Labels:
Flowers,
Free Download
FREE DOWNLOADS: QUOTATION CARDS (MIND OVER MATTER; AMANDA OAKS AND JENN GIBSON)
What a delightful idea...you'll want to have a stack printed and ready to give.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print.
Labels:
Downloads (Quotation Cards)
Saturday, November 28, 2009
FREE DOWNLOAD: PAPER CD CASE (A THING OF BEAUTY; EVIE S.)
If you're planning to give CDs this Christmas, here's a super easy, super quick, super inexpensive case for them. If you prefer a different look to the case, use the printed side on the inside of the case and decorate the outer side to your heart's content.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above) to see this charmer.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above) to see this charmer.
Labels:
Christmas,
Free Download
FREE CLIP ART: HANUKKAH CLIP ART (LEE HANSEN)
Quite a variety of images here...click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see all of them.
Labels:
Clip Art (Hanukkah)
TEMPLATES: CHRISTMAS (ACTIVITY VILLAGE)
If you're in need of basic Christmas templates, this is the place! Click TEMPLATES (above) to get there.
Friday, November 27, 2009
TUTORIAL: BUTTON BRACELET (LILLYELLA)
There was a time when button bracelets were THE thing...they're back to being at the top of the gotta-have list. Easy and quick, these bracelets are perfect gifts for the hard-to-please group.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start plowing through your button stash.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start plowing through your button stash.
Labels:
Tutorials
VIDEO: COTTAGE CUTZ AND CUTTTLEBUG (THE CUTTLEBUG SPOT; NILDA)
Excellent video! Not a lot of chatter, each step is detailed, and the results are clearly shown. It rates a 10+.
Click VIDEO (above) and enjoy it.
Click VIDEO (above) and enjoy it.
TUTORIAL/VIDEO: BIND IT ALL 101 (MY CRAFTY LIFE; DAN)
Due to the small size of the pictures in the instruction booklet that comes with a BIA, a video is almost a necessity for learning how to use the machine. This video is exceptional. You can print out the tut, which also is exceptional. Dan has provided us with the best of both worlds.
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and enjoy!
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and enjoy!
Labels:
Tutorials
Thursday, November 26, 2009
THANKSGIVING GREETINGS: VINTAGE VOGUE
Labels:
Vintage,
Vintage Image Craft
TUTORIAL: VINTAGE ACCORDIAN FOLDER (PAPER VALISE; JANICE RUSNAK)
You're going to have a hard time giving these away...these folders are beyond good. But don't be greedy and do make a few for nears and dears...they'll love them (and be very impressed with your creativity).
Click TUTORIAL (above) and begin folding.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and begin folding.
Labels:
Tutorials,
Vintage,
Vintage Image Craft
TUTORIALS: NOTE BOX; STAR BOOK (COUNTRTY HEART AND HOME; DEBBIE)
You get two tuts with this link (click TUTORIALS, above). Either creation would be a great gift...decisions, decisions.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
RECYCLE: GIFT BOX (ART MIND; MITSY)
The contents of this box will have to be super special not to be overpowered by the box...it's quite a creation. Not often do you see a box with a shadowbox lid. Mitsy admits it does take a bit of time, but it's time well spent.
Click RECYCLE (above) to learn how to create this beauty.
Click RECYCLE (above) to learn how to create this beauty.
Labels:
Boxes (With Lids/Tops),
Recycle
FREE DOWNLOADS: ASSORTED HOLIDAY ITEMS (AIMEE ASHER ELITE)
Terrific freebies are waiting for you when you click FREE DOWNLOADS (above). Happy holidays from Aimee Asher!
Labels:
Free Download
FREE DOWNLOADS: THANKSGIVING PLACE CARDS (ABOUT; BARBARA CREWS)
Yikes! Tomorrow is T day, and you need place cards. Not to worry, let your printer do the work. Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above), decide which design you prefer, and away you go.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
FREE DOWNLOADS: NANI BIRDS (NANI BIRD)
You gotta love these darlings! The birth announcement is beyond cute (and clever). Easy, peasy and cheapsy.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to begin the fun.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to begin the fun.
Labels:
Nani Birds
JFF (JUST FOR FUN) COLOR PERSONALITY QUIZ ( PRATT AND LAMBERT)
If redecorating is in your future plans, you might want to give this quiz a go. The results are non-scientific, but I bet you won't be surprised at the outcome.
FREE DOWNLOADS: VARIOUS TEMPLATES (YOKO CHAPMAN)
These great templates are not limited to wedding festivities...any happy occasion is all that needed.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and select the templates in the color you prefer.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and select the templates in the color you prefer.
Labels:
Free Download,
Templates
Monday, November 23, 2009
FYI: COLOR SCHEMES (SCRAP BY COLOR; SCRAPBOOK.COM)
When you get one of those, 'what goes with this,' moments...click FYI (above). Color options for that image are provided by Scrap By Color...how neat is that?
Labels:
Color Combos/Palettes,
Color Wheels
TUTORIAL: RIBBON STORAGE (BETTY'S CUTIE STUFF; BETTY)
I can't imagine a stamper (or scrapper, or crafter) not being delighted to receive this ribbon storage box. Sure eliminates the tangled ribbons mess. Nice too that ribbons are smooth and flat with nary a wrinkle or crease in sight. Great idea, great tut, great all the way around!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and get crackin!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and get crackin!
Labels:
Storage/Organization (Ribbons)
FREE DOWNLOAD: SMALL, FLAT BOX (DON'T EAT THE PASTE; SHALA KERRIGAN)
The perfect little box for the perfect little gift. Print, cut, fold and tape...that's all there is to it.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above), and you're set to go.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above), and you're set to go.
Labels:
Downloads (Boxes)
Sunday, November 22, 2009
TUTORIAL: CROCHET A GRANNY SQUARE (CRAFT STYLISH; LINDA PERMANN)
OK, you've been crocheting little flowers til your fingers are numb, and now it's time to move up to granny squares. Linda provides pictures for every step, so you won't have any problems.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and grab that hook...
Click TUTORIAL (above) and grab that hook...
Labels:
Crocheting (Granny Squares)
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES:PYRAMID BOX (PINK PETTICOAT)
I love it when an old favorite receives a new twist. These boxes are just enough different to qualify. Perfect for candies, little gifts and tree ornaments...perfect!
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) and print away.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) and print away.
Labels:
Boxes (Pyramid),
Templates (Pyramid Box)
Saturday, November 21, 2009
FREE DIGIS: CHRISTMAS THEME (DAISIE COMPANY)
Wahoo...one whole page of freebies is waiting for you here and just in time for holiday creations. Click FREE DIGIS (above) and have a blast.
Labels:
Christmas
TUTORIAL/VIDEO: RESIZING AND/OR PRINTING MULTIPLE DIGIS (PINK CAT STUDIO)
Between this outstanding tut and video, any questions you may have had for resizing and/or printing multiple images of digis will be answered. Outstanding!
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) to get the facts. One tip...print out the seven pages and stick them in your Journal. You'll be sooo glad you did.
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) to get the facts. One tip...print out the seven pages and stick them in your Journal. You'll be sooo glad you did.
FREE DOWNLOADS: THANK YOU CARDS (INSPIRED BRIDE; MADDY)
Quick, easy and thoughtful...thank you cards are always perfect stocking stuffers and teacher gifts. Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above), fill the paper tray and print away!.
Labels:
Downloads (Thank You Cards)
Friday, November 20, 2009
TUTORIAL: FACIAL TISSUE HOLDER (MARTHA STEWART)
Looking for speedy, easy DIY gifts? Click TUTORIAL (above) and you'll be delighted!
Labels:
Felt,
Pouches (Facial Tissue),
Sewing
TEMPLATE: GIFT BOX (IS*LY; MELISSA SPLIN)
Another great little gift box for you. You can adjust the size before printing, which is more than nice. The carmel recipe...that's way more than nice!
Click TEMPLATE (above) and print away!
Click TEMPLATE (above) and print away!
Labels:
Recipes (Carmels),
Templates (Gift Boxes)
Thursday, November 19, 2009
TUTORIALS: RIBBON FLOWERS (AOK CORRAL)
Easy and quick AND the daisy is a perfect flat embellishment for mailed cards. Another plus...the tool for the daisy is DIY (think recycle).
Click TUTORIALS (above) to see them all.
Click TUTORIALS (above) to see them all.
TUTORIALS/VIDEOS: FANCY DRESS CARD (VALITA'S FRESH FOLDS; VALITA)
This card is a keeper! It's perfect for weddings, birthdays, Mother's Day...any time you need a super, special card for a woman. The video for the Rolled Scalloped rose is before the first video for the dress card...leave it to Valita to cram one great idea after another in one post.
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and get fashionable.
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and get fashionable.
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES: FALL-THEMED CUPCAKE COLLARS (CHICA AND JO; CHICA)
Here's the perfect additon to Turkey Day cupcakes...or any other day! They're a fun and easy way to make those cupcakes just a little sweeter.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) to see them.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) to see them.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOAD: NO FUSS NAPKIN RINGS (IS*LY; MELISSA PLIM)
No fuss they are. Either print on cardstock (plain or designer) for super speed or use the template method with the supplies mentioned in the tut. Another option would be transparencies. Decorate to your heart's content or go with the plain jane look...your decision.
Click TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to get started.
Click TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to get started.
Labels:
Downloads (No-Fuss Napkin Rings)
THANKSGIVING CREATIONS: THE TOY MAKER; MARILYN SCOTT-WATERS
As always, Marilyn has provided us with charming creations to use for the big day. Enjoy!
Click THANKSGIVING CREATIONS (above) to see what she has in store for us this year.
Click THANKSGIVING CREATIONS (above) to see what she has in store for us this year.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
FYI: FREE DIGI STAMPS (STAMPIN WHEN I CAN; ALLISON)
Another goody from Allison. Click FYI (above) to see the list of freebie digis offered by companies. Contact Allison if you have any to add to this list.
Labels:
Digital Stamps Freebies (Links)
TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS; GIFT BAGS (EAT DRINK CHIC; AMY MOSE)
Super stylish gift bags for super stylish gifts! Amy has provided three designs for the front panels of the bags; you have the option of selecting either paper or ribbon in the color or pattern for the side panels of the bags.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see how easily they're created.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see how easily they're created.
Labels:
Free Download,
Tutorials
FREE DOWNLOADS: PAPER DOLLS (WYLDHARE'S HOLLOW)
Just the thing for you paper doll lovers! Grab those markers and/or pencils and have a blast. Course these cuties aren't limited to doll lovers ...they're an excellent embellishment (think dimensional) for cards, layouts and altered items. The fun never stops...
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print.
Monday, November 16, 2009
TUTORIAL: FALL FIBER WREATH (ALISA BURKE)
This wreath is perfect for doors, walls or as a centerpiece. No messy leaves to fiddle with, and it'll last year after year after year. Either stitch or glue...up to you.
Click FALL FIBER WREATH (above) to begin.
Click FALL FIBER WREATH (above) to begin.
FYI: DIGI CARD (LAST MINUTE CRAFTER; JULIE E.)
Click FYI (above) to see why digis are so great....
Labels:
Digital Stamp Basics
TUTORIAL: FELT SANTA (CRAFT IDEAS)
Can't you just imagine how darling a group of these would be on a table...nothing says ho ho ho better than a group of Santas!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start the process.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start the process.
Labels:
Tutorials
Sunday, November 15, 2009
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: BUTTERFLY MOBILE (INDIE FIXX; JENN WALLACE)
Talk about the Anytime/Any reason gift...I can't imagine either a time or occasion when this beauty wouldn't be appreciated. If you're not into cutting, either use a punch or die for the butterflies. Whichever way you choose, the results will be terrific.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see and do.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see and do.
Labels:
Tutorials
VIDEO/TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: SCRUNCHED FLOWER AND FOLDED FRONT CARD (FRESH FOLDS; VALITA)
You get two for the price of one here...the video shows you how to create the scrunched flowers; the tutorial (click the link above the video) includes a template and video which shows you how to create this super hot shot card. How great is that? Wanna know what else is great here...Valita has a link to the finished card so you can see it before watching the video...how neat is that?
Click VIDEO/TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to begtin.
Click VIDEO/TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to begtin.
TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS: STIFFENED FABRIC FLOWERS BROACHES (CRAFTY POD; SISTER DIANA)
This is a slightly different technique...clever and easy too. Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) to see the latest and greatest.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
FYI: QUOTES (IWISE)
I'm guessing any quote you would possibly want will be found here...this is one huge, extensive, enormous array of quotes.
Click FYI (above) to see them.
Click FYI (above) to see them.
Labels:
Sayings/Quotations
VIDEOS: STRING ART 101 (STRING ART IS MY CRAFT)
Nothing is better than beginning at the beginning! This array of videos takes you from 101 to beyond...pretty much the whole shebang.
Click VIDEOS (above) to begin your journey.
Click VIDEOS (above) to begin your journey.
TUTORIAL: GIFT BOX (SPOTTED SPARROW)
Is it possible to have too many tuts for gift boxes...not for me! You'll like this box...it's got flare, flash and style. Good, good, good.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.
Labels:
Boxes (Flip Top With Tab)
Friday, November 13, 2009
TUTORIALS/FREE DOWNLOADS: THANKSGIVING NAPKIN RINGS (VINTAGE IMAGE CRAFTS)
Plenty of time to get these completed for the big T dinner...click TUTORIALS/FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print, cut and fold.
Labels:
Free Download,
Tutorials,
Vintage,
Vintage Image Craft
TUTORIAL: ROSES MADE FROM LEAVES (HAHA.NU; NATALIE)
If you're in search of a knock-your-socks-off centerpiece for that turkey table, look no further. You won't believe how gorgeous these 'leaf roses' are. One tip...go to the entry I posted on October 21 and click the link to the video; if the leaves are preserved, they'll be supple and pliable and much easier to roll and fold.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to learn how to create these terrific roses.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to learn how to create these terrific roses.
FREE DOWNLOAD: THANKSGIVING IMAGE (THE VINTAGE WORKSHOP; AMY)
Here's a perfect Thanksgiving image to use for all sorts of stuff...click FREE DOWNLOAD (above) to print. Enjoy!
Labels:
Free Download,
Vintage,
Vintage Image Craft
Thursday, November 12, 2009
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES: FALL LEAF GARLAND (CREATING CUPCAKES; HOLLY BROOKE JONES)
The templates of the four leaves are excellent and can be printed in the size you desire. The outline of the veins can be stitched or enhanced with dimensional fabric paint. In addition to using the leaves for a garland, consider using them for a wreath.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) to do the fall thing.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATES (above) to do the fall thing.
TUTORIAL: VINTAGE STYLE FABRIC STAMENS (PAPER VALIESE; JANICE)
A bouquet of these little cuties looks great on the front of a card (flatten the circles against the card stock), in a vase, or an a jacket label or hat. If tracing and cutting the chipboard (cereal box) circles isn't your thing, grab your circle punches. If you have a circle die, adhere the fabric to the chipboard, then cut the circles with the die (two birds, one cut!).
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start gardening.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start gardening.
TUTORIAL: DECORATED CANDLE (A BIT 'O SHINE; MOLLY)
This candle is to die for! Biggest hassle will be deciding how many you can finish before Christmas giving...talk about the perfect gift. Course, you'll also want a few for yourself. Better get started.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see the beauty.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see the beauty.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
FREE EZINE: SCRAPBOOK AND CARDS TODAY; FALL 09 ISSUE
Click FREE EZINE (above) to see the latest issue of this great magazine. The fabric flowers are fantastic...be sure to check them out.
Labels:
eZines
ULTRA SUPER SITE: RARE LIZZIE; LIZ WELCH
Hang on to your hat! Who would ever think a supply that started life as a fun kids' craft supply would ever be used in such stupendous beauties. There is more here than Friendly Plastic creations , but you'll be so busy oohing and aahing over them, that you may overlook the other eye candy. Take my advice, check out everything!
Clikc ULTRA SUPER SITE (above) and feast away.
Clikc ULTRA SUPER SITE (above) and feast away.
Labels:
Ultra Super Site
VIDEO: ANY SIZE ENVELOPE (TIME FOR CRAFTING;SARA SANDBERG)
OK, now you can create a card in any size you want and have an envy for it. You may have to pay extra postage for the real wierd sizes, so check the USPS site if you have any questions.
Click VIDEO (above) and get postal!
Click VIDEO (above) and get postal!
Labels:
DIY Envelopes
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
FREE DOWNLOADS: THANKSGIVING PLACE CARD, PLUS ENVYS AND NOTECARDS FOR OUR TROOPS (SCRAP SMART; RENNIE)
Here's a neat place card for T dinner festivities. Print and click, and you're ready to go. There's also downloads for envys and notecards for our troops.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see them all.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see them all.
VIDEO: MINI PHOTO BOOK (I GOT STAMPS; JENN D)
Don't know what I appreciate most about Jenn...her exceptional creations or her excellent videos and tutorials. Her blog is a feast for the eyes. This mini photo book is only one example.
Click VIDEO (ab0ve) and plan to be impressed.
Click VIDEO (ab0ve) and plan to be impressed.
Labels:
Photo Album/Book/Box,
Rubber Stamping,
Tutorials
TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: POP UP LOTUS CARD (FOLDING TREES; TEKUILA)
This is one impressive card. Follow the tut (after clicking translate) step by step, and you won't have any problems. It's kind of like olives...the first one out of the jar is the hardest, but the rest are easy as pie.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPATE (above) and enjoy.
Click TUTORIAL/TEMPATE (above) and enjoy.
Labels:
Cards (Pop-Up Lotus)
Monday, November 9, 2009
TUTORIAL: EMBROIDERY METAL BUTTONS (CRAFTY POD; SISTER DIANE)
How nifty are these? Think of all the ways they can be used...tree decors, embellies on cards, jewelry, mobiles, dingle-dangles...to name a few. Quick, easy, inexpensive, fun and lots of uses. Good as it can get...
Click TUTORIAL (above) to get started.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to get started.
FREE DOWNLOADS: CANNING/FOOD LABELS (PRINTABLE LABELS)
Kill two birds with one stone with these labels...the contents of the jar will be identified, and the label is also a gift tag. Now all you have to do make the stuff for the jars.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print.
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to print.
Labels:
Labels
SUPER SITE: ELINS VERDEN
Talk about eye-candy...Elins has provided us with one an exceptional feast. If the pages do not translate automatically, click Translate This
Page on your tool bar.
Click SUPER SITE (above) and enjoy your visit.
Page on your tool bar.
Click SUPER SITE (above) and enjoy your visit.
Labels:
Super Site
Sunday, November 8, 2009
TUTORIAL: MAKE YOUR OWN FONT (FONT CAPTURE)
Just in time for those cards you've been busy creating. I think, 'when you care enough to send the very best' applies...
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how easily you can create your own font.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how easily you can create your own font.
Labels:
Fonts (In Your Handwriting)
SUPER SITE: EVERYDAY CRICUT; JOY AND MELANIE
If you're the proud owner of a Cricut, this blog is a must for you. It's all here...tuts, give-a-ways, videos, gallery...everything.
Click SUPER SITE (above) and go to town!
Click SUPER SITE (above) and go to town!
Labels:
Everday Cricut: Joy And Melanie
TUTORIAL: PICTURE-PERFECT PAPER TABLETS (PHOTOJOJO)
These pads with a picture of those adorable grandchildren on the front will do it are perfect stocking stuffers for gramma. The tut includes two sizes, so she can have them in her purse and next to the phone.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start creating.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start creating.
Labels:
Photo Album/Book/Box,
Tutorials
Saturday, November 7, 2009
FREE DOWNLOADS; BOOKPLATES (LOVE, OBSESS, INSPIRE;STEPHANIE)
Now here's a good gift idea...especially for teachers. Although I can't imagine anyone not wanting a pack of bookplates.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above), select the size and print away.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above), select the size and print away.
Labels:
Free Download
TUTORIAL: FELT PURSE (YOU SEW, GIRL; NICOLE MALLALIEU)
Time to dust off that sewing machine and make a purse (or two). Super easy, quick and inexpensive. To bling or not to bling is the question...it's your call.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start creating little purses.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and start creating little purses.
Labels:
Felt,
Purses/Handbags (Felt),
Sewing
CHALLENGE: SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT
The name of this challenge blog says it all...things are different here. Each month a different technique is chosen for the challenge theme. The entries are extraordinary; be sure to look at all of them. Better yet, become a part of this group!
Click CHALLENGE (above) for the rules and regs.
Click CHALLENGE (above) for the rules and regs.
Friday, November 6, 2009
TUTORIAL: DRESDEN TRIM ORNAMENT (SPELLBINDERS CURIOSITIES; LISA KETTELL)
What beautiful additions these would be for any tree. True eye-candy...truly stunning.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see them.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see them.
Labels:
Tutorials
TUTORIALS: DISTRESSED EDGES (JBS MERCANTILE; MICHELLE MCCORD)
I love clever and resourceful ideas (and greatly admire people who come up with those ideas). You'll love what you'll find here...honest!
Click TUTORIALS (above) and distress to your heart's content.
Click TUTORIALS (above) and distress to your heart's content.
Labels:
Tutorials
TUTORIAL/VIDEO/TEMPLATE: REVERSIBLE PURSE (MARTHA STEWART)
If you know how to thread a sewing machine, you can create this purse. The finished size is up to you; regardless of the size, it's a great gift (provided you'll part with it). One nifty creation!
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and start pursing...
Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and start pursing...
Labels:
Martha Stewart,
Tutorials
Thursday, November 5, 2009
FREE DOWNLOADS: ASSORTED TEXTURES (TEXTURE LOVERS)
Stick this in your favs so the next time you need an image of a texture you're set to go. There's a huge selection here, and more are added all the time. Tremendous resource to have at your beck and call (click and print...?).
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and print, print, print!
Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and print, print, print!
Labels:
Free Download
TUTORIAL: DIGI STAMPS 101 (PINK CAT)
Here's the stuff you need to know about using (and enjoying) digis. The graphics are beyond excellent; each step is shown.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and learn how to use those wonderful digis.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and learn how to use those wonderful digis.
Labels:
Digital Stamp Basics
TUTORIAL: PAPER ORNAMENTS (LIVING CREATIVELY; JESSICA JONES)
BACK IN BUSINESS...PROBLEM SOLVED. ENJOY!!!
PLEASE NOTE: For some reason this page from will not open; a 404 Error message is given. The link worked fine when it was posted, in fact, yesterday I received an e-mail from the editor of Living Creatively thanking me for including the tut on the blog.
I'll try to find out what is causing the problem. Course, it may correct itself...never under estimate the weirdness of THE Internet.
You are going to find all sorts of clever ways to use these beauties...tree ornaments, mobiles, bow substitutes, graduated stacks for table decos...to name a few. Easy, quick and inexpensive (especially if you use leftover strips of fancy papers). Perfection!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and get going.
PLEASE NOTE: For some reason this page from will not open; a 404 Error message is given. The link worked fine when it was posted, in fact, yesterday I received an e-mail from the editor of Living Creatively thanking me for including the tut on the blog.
I'll try to find out what is causing the problem. Course, it may correct itself...never under estimate the weirdness of THE Internet.
You are going to find all sorts of clever ways to use these beauties...tree ornaments, mobiles, bow substitutes, graduated stacks for table decos...to name a few. Easy, quick and inexpensive (especially if you use leftover strips of fancy papers). Perfection!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and get going.
Labels:
Tutorials
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
TUTORIAL: FABRIC ROSE (COUTURE SMITH; CONNIE)
When you care enough to give the very best...think of these roses. There is a bit of stitching, but it's straight stitches and easily done. The tut for the roses is below the pictures of the bodice.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see these American beauties.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see these American beauties.
ULTRA SUPER SITE; BIRD'S CARDS
Too much fantastic stuff here to list...videos, tuts, free digis, cut files...and more. The Christmas digi stamps are terrific, as are the many samples Bird provides. On a score of 1 - 10, this site rates a 15.
Click ULTRA SUPER SITE (above) to be impressed.
Click ULTRA SUPER SITE (above) to be impressed.
Labels:
Bird's Cards,
Christmas,
Cut Files
TUTORIAL: HOLIDAY CENTERPIECES (ABOUT.COM)
Revamping the Thanksgiving centerpiece to use it for the Christmas holidays is a pretty good idea, if you ask me...re-purpose applies.
Click TUTORIAL (above) then scroll through the article to pick up the links for all the great stuff found here.
Click TUTORIAL (above) then scroll through the article to pick up the links for all the great stuff found here.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
TUTORIAL: PAPER WREATH (MAKING MEMORIES)
Yea, I know this is a Halloween wreath, and that day has come and gone, but...it's a terrific way to make an inexpensive wreath for any occassion. Just use papers pertaining to the occassion...piece of cake!
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this neat wreath.
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this neat wreath.
RECYCLE: ALUMINUM CAN STAR (ALUMINOUS PUBLISHING)
Another good reason to increase the amount of pop (soda?) you consume in a given day.
Click RECYCLE (above) to learn how to turn a can into a shining star.
Click RECYCLE (above) to learn how to turn a can into a shining star.
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Recycle
Monday, November 2, 2009
TUTORIAL: CLUTCH PURSE (MELISSA ESPLIN)
Bit of explanation needed here...Melissa calls these purses, 'Poopy Purses.' The intent is to use them as little purses to hold a disposable diaper and packet of Wipes. No reason to limit these cuties to that. They're the perfect size for that little purse we all need for fancy events (need I mention they're also the perfect gift for the gal who has everything?). Best of all...Melissa includes tuts for both stitched and non-stitched purses.
Click TUTORIAL (above) and go for it!
Click TUTORIAL (above) and go for it!
FYI: SPELLBINDERS BORDERABILITIES TIPS (IKKI'S CUTTLEBUG CUPBOARD; IKKI)
Now here's some clever tips that are guaranteed to save time and frustration for Borderabilities lovers...click FYI (above) to see what they are.
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Spellbinders
FREE DOWNLOADS: THANKSGIVING ITEMS (AVERY)
There's a slug of freebies here for your printing pleasure. Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see them all.
Labels:
Free Download
Sunday, November 1, 2009
TUTORIAL/DOWNLOADS: THREE DIMENSIONAL TREE ORNAMENT (MARTHA STEWART)
One clever idea, if you ask me! I'm not a circle Nestabilities owner, but I can't believe that a couple of Nestie circles can't be used for the circles. Same is true for Coluzzle Circles and even Martha's Circle Cutter. If all else fails, there's always the downloads and scissors (both plain and scalloped).
Click TUTORIAL/DOWNLOADS (above) and start creating beauties for that tree.
Click TUTORIAL/DOWNLOADS (above) and start creating beauties for that tree.
Labels:
Martha Stewart,
Tutorials
FREE DOWNLOAD: THANKSGIVING TIE IMAGES (VINTAGE IMAGE CRAFT; SCOTT HENDERSON)
Bet the main carver would appreciate a tie indicating his importance on Turkey Day...and there's no better tie than this one.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above) to grab the images for that special tie.
Click FREE DOWNLOAD (above) to grab the images for that special tie.
Labels:
Free Download,
Vintage,
Vintage Image Craft
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