How To Make A Heart Shaped Paper Gift Box �� DIY Gift Box

Here is our second Valentine paper craft for the week. We picked thus out because it is a project that you and your kids can make together too, This would make a fine project for a wedding favor, could also be done as a shower favor, Done in pink or blue would make a nice baby shower favor too, Just limited by your imagination !

How to store, organize and swatch all your watercolors, pens, pencils an...

Here is another organization idea for your water colors ! Never thought about doing this, but it makes total sense. This way you can refer to your reference book when you need to find a color, Smart idea. I plan on getting it done ! How about you?

I think I may add my acrylic paints to this book too !

How to make a easy realistic paper "�� Valentine Rose �� " - Paper crafts ...

These lovely Valentine roses are as sweet as can be and so easy to make. With just a few simple cuts , you can have a whole bouquet of red flowers. You could make a Valentine wreath or some flowers for an arrangement. Use your imagination to use these for decor in your home. They will turn out gorgeous no matter how you use them.

Colored Pencil Tips + Gamsol Pen

I love getting my colored pencils out and do some coloring ! Create some cards and learn some new techniques !

Oxide Ink Swiping Technique

This is a really sweet technique that could be used on scrapbook pages, greeting cards and art journals. With a few inks, and a brush you can create a very special background

Heart Wall Decor | DIY Valentine Gift | Valentines Day Craft

With a few folds and a minimum amount of supplies, you can create this delightful heart wall décor. You could enlarge the project by making the cardboard heart larger. This would be a great background for wedding, birthday and party décor. They could also be used to mark the chair of a bride and groom. Paper, scissors , cardboard and glue is all it takes to create something special to celebrate Valentines, birthdays and weddings.

DIY Make Your Own Washi Tape

Another great DIY idea. Make your own washi tape teaches you how to make it yourself !

Sizzix | New Releases | Creativation 2019

Uo coming releases from Sizzix.  I saw many rhat are must haves for me, What are your favorites?

New Post Office Fees As Of Jan 27

Just wanted to alert you to the new post office fees as of January 27

The Postal Service price changes that were approved last fall will take effect Sunday, Jan. 27.
Mailing Services product prices will rise approximately 2.5 percent.
Shipping Services price increases vary by product. For example, Priority Mail Express prices will increase 3.9 percent, while Priority Mail prices will increase 5.9 percent.
Here are the current and new prices:
First-Class Mail single-piece letters (1 ounce): 50 cents (current), 55 cents (new)
First-Class Mail letters (additional ounces): 21 cents (current), 15 cents (new)
First-Class Mail letters (metered 1 ounce): 47 cents (current), 50 cents (new)
First-Class Mail outbound international letters (1 ounce): $1.15 (no change from current price)
First-Class Mail domestic postcard stamps: 35 cents (no change from current price)
Priority Mail small flat-rate box: $7.20 (current), $7.90 (new)
Priority Mail medium flat-rate box: $13.65 (current), $14.35 (new)
Priority Mail large flat-rate box: $18.90 (current), $19.95 (new)
Priority Mail Army/Air Post Office and Fleet Post Office large flat-rate box: $17.40 (current), $18.45 (new)
Priority Mail regular flat-rate envelope: $6.70 (current), $7.35 (new)
Priority Mail legal flat-rate envelope: $7 (current), $7.65 (new)
Priority Mail padded flat-rate envelope: $7.25 (current), $8 (new)
Also, effective Jan. 27, the “balloon pricing” that currently applies to retail and commercial Priority Mail zones 1-4 and to commercial Parcel Select (all zones and entries) will be eliminated, and the current dimensional (DIM) weighting provisions for retail and commercial Priority Mail Zones 5-9 will be retained.
First-Class Package Service will move from a weight-based product to a zone-based and weight-based product.
Additionally, the Postal Service will defer implementation of new DIM weighting provisions for retail and commercial Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express and Commercial Parcel Select for all zones and entries. These DIM weighing provisions will be delayed until Sunday, June 23.

How To ~ Make a DIY Scrapbooking Kit

Here is something a little different in DIY tricks. This idea uses a lot of supplies that you have in your stash. Uses some things that you may have sitting around in storage.

Valentine's Day Gift Tags | Mindless Crafting

I love these gift tags. Not only are they sweet, but they recycle cardboard. And I am always into that. You could also use the format for other gifts by altering the saying and papers. Enjoy !

WRMK - Foil Quill - Creativation 2019

Wondering what you think of this product? It just won product of the year at this convention? Looking to hear more about this one

New Product Showcase - Creativation 2019

Here are some of the new products coming out this year ! It is so much fun seeing them and making a new list of things I think are my new challenges and techniques.

Valentine's Day Layered Rosettes | Process Video

Here is our second Valentine project of the week. These Valentine rosettes are so easy to make. Very few supplies needed. And you can add your own personal touches

6 Glue Dot Tips that will Rock your World

Sharing some glue dot ideas. Simple but easy ideas that will help your creative side

DIY Valentine Card | Handmade Pop Up Card for Valentine's Day

This card is so much fun to make and fun to give. Even if you have never made a pop up card, you will be surprised at the results of this one. Make this card for someone special in your life !

DIY Paper Flowers | Flower Making | DIY

There are so many flowers to be made in my art world. These flowers only require some paper and some glue. The only other tool you need is my favorite one of all, your hands. I can see these flowers on a wreath or as a backdrop for any occasion, You could also use them on a front of a mini book or art journal. Where do you see yourself using them?

Make you own glitter paste!

Here is another idea for so it yourself craft products. Glitter paste is about $7.19. With items on hand, this could be made much cheaper/ Would you make it yourself or buy it?

January - Organization Month

I just finished organizing my craft space. It was not really bad, but I needed to finish zoning my space.

What is zoning? That basically means putting like things that you would use together. For example. all my glitter and glitter glues are in one space. My embossing supplies are in one box, Well, you get the idea.

So here is a source where you can get a list of 50 printable organization labels and tools,

Click here to get these valuable printables

How I Make Napkin Cards

Who ever thought that you can make cards out of paper napkins, I think I will be making a trip to the dollar store to see what I can find ! 

Making Backgrounds and Cards 12 Cards in No Time

Here are some easy ways to make card backgrounds. Make some cards that are simple to make but very pretty. learn some new techniques and ideas.

Cleaning Sticky Scissors

We all get our scissors sticky unless we are using non stick scissors. Let's face it, in our daily crafting, we get into adhesive sheets, glues and sticky tapes. Here are some tips to get the stickiness off our scissors so that we are less frustrated and get better cuts,

6 Easy Paper Flowers | Flower Making | DIY

We all love paper flowers. They are so popular ! These flowers are larger than the ones you would use on cards. They are more for decor. They would be terrific for party decorations.

Valentine Day Card Making Ideas - 3D Heart Pop Up Greeting Card

There is a sweet little surprise inside this Valentines card. And it is so easy to create. You just need some paper, glue and a pair of scissors. Why not make several.

Masculine Birthday Card | Simon Says Stamp Birthday Numbers

I don't know about you, but I am always looking for masculine cards. Consider this technique with whatever embossing folders you have. If you don"t have any numbers, consider making them on your electronic cutting machine. There are always workarounds.

Ephemera/Embellishments for your journals

More ways to use your scraps to create embellishments. You could use these on scrapbook pages abd cards too.

EASY HEART EMBELLISHMENTS USING SCRAPS

We will be posting two projects for Valentines every week. Here is our first project. These hearts would be terrific on a scrapbook page, a card or a journal. They area great way to use your scraps !

How To Use Watercolor Pencils for Beginners

Compared with other medias, water color pencils are very economical . They can be used in just about any paper craft. Beyond the pencils themselves, you will need some paintbrushes and some water color paper. Learn how to use them ! Great for beginners !