FREE DOWNLOADS: DOILIES (MARTHA STEWART)

Although these downloads are intended for the tops of round cookie tins, you don't need to be told they can be placed anywhere your little heart desires. And with the doily craze that is taking over everything, I have an idea you'll find all kinds of places and ways to put them to good use.

And if you're wondering how to make sure the cut edge is 1/8" from the printed doily, check out this tip I posted ages (and ages!) ago:

http://paperfriendly.blogspot.com/2007/07/easy-does-it_10.html

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print Martha's doilies.

CRICUT: VALUABLE CRICUT TIPS AND TRICKS (IMPERFECTLY BEAUTIFUL; AMANDA)

If you are a Cricut owner, you have to take a few minutes to read what Amanda has for you. There's all sorts of good info here, and you'll love her money saving tips.

One word about the adhesive cutting mat used with a Cricut. Almost every repositional adhesive (the kind used on the mat) is water resistant and will be sticky again after being cleaned with soap and water. Apply a very thin layer of dish washing detergent to your finger tips and gently rub the mat clean under cool running water. When all the gunk that was stuck on the mat is removed, shake excess water from the mat and place it, sticky side up, on a flat surface and allow to dry. The mat usually can be cleaned three times before it will need to be replaced. 

Click CRICUT (above) to get the facts.

SUPER SITE: MY FRONT PORCH; KELLEY EUBANKS

You'll like what you see here, and you won't be surprised to see how often her work is published.. All of Kelley's creations are outstanding.

Click SUPER SITE (above) to see and enjoy.

TUTORIAL: PRINTING ON RIBBON (THE CITY CRADLE; VICTORIA)

Ever wonder how to do this? Click TUTORIAL (above) and you'll know!

VIDEO: RUFFLE CAKE (SWEET AND SAUCY; MELODY)

Hmmm...do you think it's really as easy as Melody makes it look? Think practice is the keyword here, but you have to admit, it'd be well worth the time.

Click VIDEO (above) and let them eat cake!

RECYCLE: SOAP BOX MINI BOOK (CREATIVITY PROMPT; AVITAL)

You get both a video and tut here, so creating the book is a piece of cake. Mini books are such great gifts, especially when filled with pictures of family and friends.

Click RECYCLE (above) and start collecting boxes (any size or shape works)

TUTORIAL: AROUND THE PAGE WITH BORDER PUNCHES (STAMPIN STYLE; MIKE FUNKE)

Bet you stick this in your Good To Know folder...this info is really needed when it's needed. The pictures show exactly when and how, and the results are perfection.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and see how easy this is.

TUTORIAL: HALLOWEEN DOOR PLAQUE (REDBERRY BARN;' JENN)

No sense in having a naked front door when this tut tells you how to dress it up...

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how.

TUTORIAL: GIFT CARD BOX (CLEARLY I STAMP; KATIE RENZ)

How 'bout this...a neat little box for a gift card? That's a heck of a lot classier than sticking that gift card into a plain envy.  The paper you use will fit the occassion for the gift (but you knew that!).
Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how to create this cutie.

From now to mid December, I'll be posting a slug of boxes and containers to use for holiday gifts. Leave a Comment if there's any type or size you'd like me to include. Can't promise I'll find it...but I will give it the old college try!

TUTORIAL: NEWSPAPER BIN (MARTHA STEWART)

Leave it to Martha to come up with this handy way to scoop those newspapers out of a bin (basket, box, crate) for recycling.  Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.

TUTORIAL: TIC TAC TOE GAME (INKING ALOUD; LORI)

Here's another idea for a holiday stuffer gift. It's good looking, so leaving it on the coffee table is certainly an option.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start practicing TTT.

VIDEO: ORNAMENT MONEY HOLDER (CREATIVE PAD; CAROLINA)

Nothing's better than cold, hard cash! Here's a classy way to present a cash gift at holiday time.

Click VIDEO (above) to see this nifty creation.

TUTORIAL/ FREE DOWNLOAD: MACHINE EMBROIDERY AND MYLR (ANN THE GRAN)

If you're a devotee of machine embroidery, you'll be greatly interested in this tut. The look is stunning, and it certainly does put a new spin on mylar. Here's a good source for Mylar http://www.grafixarts.com/product/DuraLar

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

FREE DOWNLOADS: VINTAGE (MAGIC MOONLIGHT STUDIO; BLANCA)

On, mercy me! What an incredible array of spectacular images are here. Most are of a vintage theme, but even 'non-vintagers' will find something to their liking.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and warm up that printer.

SUPER SITE: A NEW BEGINNING; PAULA

Paula's creations are beautiful...gorgeous, as a matter of fact. Clean, simple, classy, each one is a delight.

Click SUPER SITE (above) to see and be impressed.

PUMPKINS: THE PUMPKIN LADY

I posted a link to this site last year, and it's more than worth a reminder for you to go there again. Whatever it is you want to know about pumpkins is here.

Click PUMKPINS (above) and follow the orange pumkpin road.

TUTORIAL: SUBWAY ART (PIECED PASTIMES; SUZANNE)

Don't ask me why it's called Subway Art...my guess is cause it's similar to the framed posters seen in subway cars and stations. Only a guess. Whatever it's called, this inexpensive, easily created wall deco fits all sorts of needs. Kind of nice being able to select exactly the words, phrase, saying or motto you want.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to get the facts...

TUTORIAL: HALLOWEEN CANDY WRAP (ROOM TO INSPIRE; CHELSEA)

Hey! Who said the only candy that deserves a wrap-around is a candy bar? Whatever you call these twisted sisters (in my neck of the woods, they're NOT not called RedVines), the results will be the same. You gotta admit, that wrap adds a certain amount of class to a twisted stick of candy...

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start wrapping.

TUTORIAL: HALLOWEEN CANDY WREATH (CRAFT O MANIAC; JEN)

Here's another wreath for Scary Night...but this one is used only in the house. Best tip in the tut...create it either after the kiddos are in bed or at school. Also best to select candies you aren't crazy about (no Peanut Butter Cups?).

Click TUTORIAL (above) and get going.

TUTORIAL: HALLOWEEN WREATH (SUSTAINABLY CHIC DESIGNS; MICHELLE GROTH)

Time to start thinking about what'll be on that front door to celebrate Halloween. This might do the trick...it'll certainly be a treat for anyone coming to visit (I know...too stupid to be funny). Honors for the low cost go to the Dollar Store.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see and learn.

VIDEO: MARTHA STEWART SCORE BOARD (ARCHIVERS)

Lots of tips and tidbits in this video for Martha's Score Board. Good stuff to know.

Click VIDEO (above) to watch and learn.

SUPER SITE; AMBROSIA AND IRON; JOANNE

You'll find eye candy by the bowlfull here...one yummy treat after another.

Click SUPER SITE (above), sit back and enjoy.

VIDEO: HARVEST TABLE DECORATIONS (USART QUEST; SUSAN PICKERING ROTHAMEL)

Susan's unusual and stunning fall decorations are a guaranteed WOW. You'll be pleased to see how quickly and easily they're created.

Click VIDEO (above) to see how.

TUTORIAL: RESIZING DIGITAL IMAGES IN WORD (CRAFTY CARDMAKERS)

Thanks to this excellent tut, you'll resize a digital image in Word without a bump, glitch, or snaggle. Don't you love it when smarties pass their knowledge around!

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

FYI: SIZZIX CREASE PAD (INDIGO INKLINGS; JAY)

Here's the scope on the Sizzix Crease Pad...everything you wanted to know but didn't know whom to ask.

Click FYI (above) for the facts.

TUTORIAL: RESIN CREATIONS (ALTERED BELLY; BELINDA SPIWAK)

I'll warn you right from the get-go, this is not your ordinary click and see. Click TUTORIAL (above) to see the first segment of Belinda's article, then click Older Post at the bottom to see the next; click Older Post a couple more times to see all of the segments.

I agree with Belinda...resin is smelly and too much of a hassle, but it sure looks as though Little Windows has it all figured out. Don't overlook the coupon mentioned in the first segment if you think you'd like to try out some.

TUTORIAL: SILHOUETTES (LITTLE BIT FUNKY; CHRISSIE)

Now you have to admit that grandparents, uncles, aunts, friends...anyone who loves your kids...would flip over these. Hang them from a rack (as seen in the tut), hang them on the wall, or stick a magnet on the back for a fridge-sticker. Super duper easy and fast...

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

TUTORIAL: GIFT BAG (AMBER'S ANTICS; AMBER)

Envelopes are the bag in this clever gift holder. Use the papers of your choice to fit the gift giving occassion...including Halloween.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to find out how.

RECYCLE: BATH MAT (MICHELLE KAUFMANN)

Not one single stitch is needed for this beauty...plus it's a great use for those grungy, tattered towels you've been dying to replace. How good is that...new mat and new towels!

Click RECYCLE (above) and start thinking New Towels.

TUTORIAL: ANTIQUED PUMPKIN (BROWN PAPER PACKAGES; ANGELA)

I can't stand the color orange...just looking at it gives me hives. No surprise, Halloween isn't exactly my most favorite shindig. This tut is what the doctor ordered. Halloweeny as can be, and not a speck of orange to be seen.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and head to the pumpkin patch.

TUTORIAL: JAPANESE STAB BINDINGS (STRANGE LITTLE GIRL; EMMA)

This tut is exceptional. Not only are there instructions for both hard and soft covers, a large picture is included for each step. Good as it gets!

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start making books.

RECYCLE: DRYER SHEET BUTTERFLIES (LACY QUILTER; MELODY)

No sense in chucking out those dryer sheets when you can turn them into a work of art...how great is that?

Click RECYCLE (above) and head to the laundry room.

RECYCLE: JEANS PURSE (EVERY CRAFTY ENDEAVOR; AMANDA K)

Talk about a lickety split creation! Bling it up to your heart's content or leave it plain-jean...anyway you choose will be great.

Click RECYCLE (above) and start creating.

FREE DOWNLOADS: ADDRESS BOOK PAGES (I LOVE IT ALL; MONIKA WRIGHT)

Here's another stuffer idea...print the pages, add an interesting cover, and you'll have one terrific gift.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and start the printer.

TUTORIAL: APPLIQUE HAIR CLIP (ZAKKA LIFE; KAWAII CRAFTER)

Talk about easy peasy, quick as a wink...AND inexpensive. My kind of creation!

Click TUTORIAL (above) and create a slug of them.

TUTORIAL: TOY STORY WALL ART (UNDER THE TABLE AND DREAMING; STEPHANIE LYNN)

If there's a Toy Story fan in your life, this bit of wall art will send them into orbit (and beyond). Lots of fun to create and even more fun to give.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and head to the dollar store.

TUTORIALS: FALL WREATHS (THE DIY SHOW OFF; ROESHEL)

All kinds of terrific wreaths here...and each one is easily made from inexpensive supplies.

Click TUTORIALS (above) to see all of them.

TUTORIAL: DRYER VENT PUMPKIN (HOUSE OF HEPWORTHS; ALLISON)

Yep...you're reading that right...a dryer vent pumpkin! Who'd a thunk it? Cute as can be, and best of all, no worries about it getting yucky before the big night.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to get the facts.

VIDEO: PLACEMENT OF SMALL DIE CUT LETTERS (DIES DIRECT; BJ DYWAN)

Accurate placement of small die cut letters can be one super pain. This handy tip brings an end to the problem.

Click VIDEO (above) to see and learn.

TUTORIAL: TURKEY NUGGET HOLDER (PROCRASTISTAMPER; KIMBERELY MORRIS)

Just to make sure you have this at your beck and call when needed, here's how to create those cute little turkeys to hold Thanksgiving Nuggets.

Click TUTORIAL (above) ti see how.

SUPER SITE: SYZYGY OF ME; KAREN

Karen's cards are uncluttered works of art....just delightful. You'll enjoy your visit here.

Click SUPER SITE (above) to see it all.

TUTORIAL: ZIPPER RINGS (CUEGLY; LINDSAY)

What WILL they think of next? Looks like the perfect gift for that person who has everything...course one or two of these just might be the perfect addition to that Halloween costume.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see.

TUTORIAL: GLITTERED HALLOWEEN BIRDHOUSES (ART GLITTER; AMY ANDERSON)

If these don't tempt you to glitter-it-up, nothing will! They're a great way to add sparkle and glam to Scary Night.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how.

FREE DOWNLOADS: HALLOWEEN PUMPKINS/PUMPKIN PATCH (TIP NUT)

Although these images started life as embroidery transfers, they've been 'cleaned' up and are perfect digital images for all sorts of stuff.

BTW: these aren't the only goodies found here...ch/eck out the side bar for other Halloween 'creatables.'

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see them.

RECYCLE: DENIM DECORATIONS, PART 3 (MICHELE MADE ME; MICHELE)

Click RECYCLE (above) for part 3...and enjoy! Remember to scroll down a bit for Parts 1 and 2.

RECYCLE: DENIM DECORATIONS, PART 2 (MICHELE MADE ME; MICHELE)

Click RECYCLE (above) to see the second tut in this series.

RECYCLE: DENIN DECORATIONS, PART 1 (MICHELE MADE ME; MICHELE)

You'll see a total of three posts, one right after the other, that are a series from Michelle's blog. Click RECYCLE (above) to begin.

TUTORIAL: POST IT NOTE COVER (HIP CHICK CRAFT TOO; HEIDI COGDILL)

Another great stocking stuffer! Might not be a bad idea to start a folder for the stuffer stuff...it's always nice having options.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see this one.

RECYCLE: ZENTANGLED PURSE (DESIGN ORIGINALS)

No reason to stick that white purse in the closet til next Memorial Day...grab some permanent markers and turn it into a stylish, hip carrier-of-all-things.

Click RECYCLE (above) to see how much fun it'll be.

TUTORIAL: HANGING FLOWER BALL (HOUSE OF SMITHS)

Here's a fantastic knock-your-socks-off decoration for that special shindig...these flower balls are gorgeous and are guaranteed to get a lot of wows.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see how to create these beauties.

TUTORIAL: FRIENDSHIP NECKLACES (HONESTLY WTF; ERICA)

My prediction: these will be THE thing this year. Easy, colorful, inexpensive, versatile, stylish...what more is there?

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see what you think.

FREE DOWNLOADS: VINTAGE (VINTAGE FEEDSACKS)

Beautiful images abound here...one after another. Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print.

FYI: LETTERPRESS PRINTING (BOX CAR PRESS; HAROLD)

Wonder what all the fuss is about letterpress printing? This article has a lot of info to answer some of your questions. Be sure to read the comments...lots of info included in those too. Now that SU has introduced Letterpress Plates, expect to see a lot more of this gorgeous form of printing.

Click FYI (above) to get the nitty gritty.

TO ALL GRANDPARENTS...

VIDEO: POP-UP TREAT HOLDER (THE STAMP GODDESS; TRESA BLACK)

Time to start thinking about stuff for Scary Night, and this cutie is one you'll want to consider to hold a yummy.

Click VIDEO (above) to see how easily they're created.

FREE DOWNLOADS: HALLOWEEN CIRCLE TAGS AND BOO OVALS (PAPER GLITTER; LINNETTE)

OK, no excuses for not having something for the cupcakes, or a banner, or stickies on the fridge, or any other spot that needs circles and ovals. No excuses accepted.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and print away.

STORAGE AND ORGANIZATION: STAMP STORAGE SYSTEMS (BLOCKHEAD STAMPS)

Blockhead Stamps challenged their customers to send in pictures of the system they used for storing their UMs. Click STORAGE AND ORGANIZATION  (above) to see them.

FREE DOWNLOADS: LITTLE PAPER HOUSES (JUST SOMETHING I MADE; CATHE HOLDEN)

Talk about a gold mine! Wait til you see the variety of little houses Cathe has for you. All sorts of ways they can be used and enjoyed. Fun, fun, fun.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and have a blast.

TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS: HALLOWEEN CALENDAR (OOPSEY DAISY; ALISON)

Cute as can be! Start gathering the supplies now so you'll be finished when October 1 rolls around. Only problem you'll have is keeping fingers off the candy before each date.

Click TUTORIAL/FREE DOWNLOADS (above) and start the process.

TUTORIAL/VIDEO: DIY WINGS (MARTHA STEWART)

Ever have one of those days when you'd love to grow a pair of wings and fly, fly away? Here you go...

Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and get ready to fly!

TUTORIAL: HALLOWEEN TREES (MAKIN' PROJIKS; SARAH AND JACK)

Why not Halloween trees? Nothing in the rules says we can't. The pictures show whats needed and how to bleach and color the trees.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start getting ready for the Scary Night.

TUTORIAL/VIDEO: CRIMPED DIAMOND CARD (SPLIT COAST STAMPERS; LEE CONREY)

Bet you forgot where you stuck your crimper. We get so carried away with folders, dies, punches, and other fancy stuff that we forget those terrific tools we loved and used so often. This card is an example of why those tools were our favorites, and to remind us to use them more.

Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and start digging through your tool stash...

TUTORIAL: BOOKMARK (PAPER SMILES; NANCY)

Here's another stocking-stuffer suggestion...quick, easy, and ALWAYS appreciated (cause they're always needed!).

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see it.

TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE: BIRD CAGE (CREATURE COMFORTS; LAURIE CIROTTO)

Hang them from a branch, put them on a table (mantle?)...any way they're used will be terrific. The bird template is a keeper, even if you're not into cages.

Click TUTORIAL/TEMPLATE (above) and enjoy.

SUPER SITE: LAYOUTS (SCRAP IT SASSY)

The layouts seen here are creations of the SIS design team, and each one is outstanding. Classy Sassy...

Click SUPER SITE(above)and enjoy the eye candy.

VIDEO: CRICUT IMAGINE DEMO (CRICUT HOLIDAY; JOY AND MELANIE)

What will they think of next? Think this cutter could be called the 'one stop gadget.' More than interesting...

Click VIDEO (above) to have a look see.

TUTORIAL: ALTERED BOTTLEBRUSH TREES (POETIC HOME; GRACE LIGHT)

Since stores are already stocking the stuff we need for DIY holiday decos, guess we might just as well use that to our advantage and start creating now. Love the new look for these old favorites. Wonder when 'bottlebrush' trees were first used? I bet they've been a Christmas staple for over 75 years...

Click TUTORIAL (above), grab some trees and go!

TUTORIAL: SOLAR LIGHT JAR (LIFE HACKER; JASON GITZPATRICK)

Woowee! You'll be swamped with praise and thanks when you give these as gifts. What an incredible gadget...stylish, inexpensive, practical...the whole nine yards.

TUTORIAL/VIDEO: EMBOSSING PASTE WITH GLITTER (AFTER HOURS STAMPER; JACQUIE)

Lots of good tips in this tut and video. It's really a huge help knowing what NOT to do before you start. There's several examples; many are Christmas cards.

Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) to learn how.

TUTORIAL: SMALL ORIGAMI HOUSES (HOW ABOUT ORANGE; JESSICA JONES)

Don't know which is more valuable...the tut or Jessica's sage advice. Guess it's a tie!

Click TUTORIAL (above) and create a gorgeous little town.

TUTORIAL: FAUX BATIK (SCRAPBOOK STAR; ERIKA TAYLOR)

Another golden-oldie that is too good to be ignored. This is a super, easy technique that results in stunning backgrounds.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to jog your memory.

TUTORIAL: CREEPY TREATS BOX (PAPER AND FLOWERS; SHELLY WATSON)

Here's another treat container to consider for the spooky night. Course if you're not into feeding ghosts and goblins, the decor of the box can be changed...it's a great box.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see and decide.

TUTORIAL/VIDEO: BLENDED PENCIL TECHNIQUE (SPLITCOAST STAMPERS; LYDIA FIELDER)

Nothing's better than a video when it comes to understanding how each step of a technique is completed. If you've felt obtaining excellent results with colored pencils might be a bit difficult, this video will surely change your mind.

Click TUTORIAL/VIDEO (above) and grab those pencils.

THE END OF SUMMER....

TUTORIAL: DIY LETTERPRESS (TERI'S PLACE; TERI)

Clever, clever, clever! The look of letterpress without the press...fantastic.

Click TUTORIAL, above, and do it.

VIDEO: DOUBLE EMBOSSING WITH CUTTLEBUG AND NESTIE (CUTTLEBUG SPOT; NILDA)

This technique offers multiple options...so the sky's the limit when it comes to creating. The vid is excellent and shows each step of the process.

Click VIDEO (above)and get to embossing!

FREE DOWNLOADS: ASSORTED TEMPLATES/PATTERNS (PAPER CRAFTS MAGAZINE)

You'll find quite an assortment of downloads here...including some for Halloween. click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print.

HAVE A GOOD ONE!

TUTORIAL: FRAME EMBOSSING WITH A CUTTLEBUG FOLDER (HEART PRINTS; SUE NELSON)

Lots of times we only want to pressure emboss a portion of the paper when using a Cuttlebug Embossing Folder. Thanks to Sue's tut, you now know how.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to get the facts.

TUTORIAL: DIY FABRIC PRINTS (HOW ABOUT ORANGE; JESSICA)

Tired of looking for that 'perfect' print? Not a problem...create your own. Piece of cake and easy as pie with yummy results (sorry, couldn't resist!). Don't need to tell you this also works with canvas and paper...

Click TUTORIAL (above) and get to creating.

FREE DOWNLOADS: RECIPE CARDS (MARTHA STEWART)

Three designs choices waiting for you here...have an idea you'll like one of them. Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see and print.

TUTORIAL: HAND SEWN COIN PURSE (ANNEKATA)

This tut is so clearly written and the pictures are so numerous, that even the most begining-beginner stitcher will have no problems creating this purse. Might be another item you'll think about adding to the upcoming gift list...

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start the process.

TUTORIAL: ONE SHEET CARD (SEASIDE CREATIVITY; NANCY KIRK)

This is one gorgeous card...simplicity at its very best. One sheet of card stock, lots of ink, a couple of stamps, a bit of embossing powder and artistic talent is all it needed.

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see and be impressed.

TUTORIAL: EMERY BOARD HOLDER (SHERRY'S SIMPLE BLOG; SHERRY)

Too early to start creating stocking stuffers? I'll let you decide if it's gonna be now or later. Either way, this darling is da bomb!

Click TUTORIAL (above) and get going...

FYI: PHOTO PAPERS (SAKURA OF AMERICA)

It's hardly a surprise that it's to our advantage to know as much as possible about the supplies we use for crafting. Usually when we know the whys and whats, the hows are easy to figure out. Photo paper is no longer limited to photos...it's an outstanding paper to use for many techniques.

Click FYI (above) to get the low down.

BLOGGING TIPS: HOW TO START A BLOG (THE CUTEST BLOG ON THE BLOCK)

Hey! No sense in missing the fun of having your very own blog...thanks to the step by step pictures found here (click BLOGGING TIPS, above), starting one is easy as pie. Now don't get all fussed up about how often you have to post, or what you post, or why you post...it's YOUR blog, so only your rules apply.

VIDEO: CLEAR TOP MINI BOX (THE STAMP GODDESS; TRESA BLACK)

This box is perfect for smaller gifts. The vid absolutely and completely eliminates any problems you've even encountered in box making.

Click VIDEO (above) and start creating those boxes for holiday gifting.

ECRAFT: CUTTING CHART (PURPLE PAPER PARADISE; DENISE)

Now that the eCraft is out and about, and in the hands of crafters, anything that doesn't move and isn't too thick is getting the Cut Test. Denise has compiled an on-going cutting chart that includes a large variety of supplies.

Click ECRAFT (above) to see what works. Denise would love to hear from you if you have additional info to add.

ORNAMENTS: VINTAGE ORNAMENT VIDEO (VICTORIAN ORNAMENTS)

This video will be of great interest to anyone who is interested in creating either victorian-stype or other styles of ornament. The combination of supplies used for the ornaments seen in the video is impressive.

Click ORNAMENTS (above) to see it.

TUTORIAL: CRAYON RESIST (POPPY PAPERIE; LISA JOHNSON)

Lisa reminds us that those wonderful techniques we used (and loved) back in the 'old days' are as good now and they were back then. Some may say they're even better!

Click TUTORIAL (above) to see and remember.

FREE DOWNLOADS: ASSORTED (KEEPER OF THE NEST)

You'll be delighted to see the array of Halloween images found in this 'nest.' That's not all you'll find here...the array is extensive.

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) to see all of the goodies.

FREE DOWNLOADS: INK PAD LABELS (RANGER INK)

Don't you love it when someone provides us with the stuff that makes our lives easier and less complicated? For pads of other ink companies, either use a word processing program to configure a sheet with the pads' names that can be printed on Avery labels. Course, there's always the old fashioned way...hand writing them!

Click FREE DOWNLOADS (above) for the Ranger labels.

TUTORIAL: FAUX LEATHER (VINYL) FLOWERS (MAKE IT LOVE IT; ASHLEY)

Why not vinyl flowers? The wide range of textures and colors available in vinyl yardage allows you to create one bloomin' garden. Easy and inexpensive are pluses too. If you have a die cutting machine, the dies will probably cut the vinyl; give it a try. Stick these flowers on hair clips, card fronts, layouts, vases, frames...the list is endless.

Click TUTORIAL (above) and start gardening...