Distressing tool
The foam backings from newly package brads are similar in texture and works much the same as a cosmetic sponge.
Cut into pie shapes; the tip is great for the hard to reach places.
And the best part is that it's FREE!
Monday, January 25, 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010
CHA 2010
CHA 2010!!!!
http://www.craftsupershow.com/eweb/StartPage.aspx
Wow, seen lots of neat ideas, wish I was there!!!!!! Did anybody go? Would love to hear what you thought and what you learned!!!
http://www.craftsupershow.com/eweb/StartPage.aspx
Wow, seen lots of neat ideas, wish I was there!!!!!! Did anybody go? Would love to hear what you thought and what you learned!!!
Today's Tip!
Burnt Look
I tear my paper and then use my ink pad to ink the edges all up and make it look like it has been burnt. Definitely beats actually burning the paper!
I tear my paper and then use my ink pad to ink the edges all up and make it look like it has been burnt. Definitely beats actually burning the paper!
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Today's Tip!
Splattering distress ink with toothbrush
For a really neat splattering effect, ink your non-stick craft sheet and then mist with a little water and dip the toothbrush in and use a craft stick to move back and forth over the bristles in the direction of the paper. It can get a little messy though :)
For a really neat splattering effect, ink your non-stick craft sheet and then mist with a little water and dip the toothbrush in and use a craft stick to move back and forth over the bristles in the direction of the paper. It can get a little messy though :)
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Today's Tip
3T's - The Rule of Odds
Today's tip comes from the Scrap Book and Cards website.
http://scrapbookandcardstodaymag.typepad.com/scrapbook_cards_today_blo/2010/01/3ts-the-rule-of-odds.html
Today's tip comes from the Scrap Book and Cards website.
http://scrapbookandcardstodaymag.typepad.com/scrapbook_cards_today_blo/2010/01/3ts-the-rule-of-odds.html
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Today's Tip
Shrinky Dinks from the Recycle Bin!
This may be the most fabulously frugal craft ever. Shrinky-Dinks or other shrink plastic you buy in kits in costly, but you can use any #6 clear plastic from your recycle bin to make the same thing!
Curbly user Chrisjob posted full instructions recently:
http://www.curbly.com/Chrisjob/posts/2252-DI*Y-Shrinky-Dinks-
This may be the most fabulously frugal craft ever. Shrinky-Dinks or other shrink plastic you buy in kits in costly, but you can use any #6 clear plastic from your recycle bin to make the same thing!
Curbly user Chrisjob posted full instructions recently:
http://www.curbly.com/Chrisjob/posts/2252-DI*Y-Shrinky-Dinks-
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Today's Tip
When it comes to scrapbooking organization, there are systems for every budget, size, and item you can think of.
As you determine how you will organize, keep your needs first and foremost in your mind. Your organized space will only stay organized if it is practical for YOU and easy to use so. Before you sit down to work on any scrapbook layout, make sure your space is organized. Everything should have its own place and, ideally, that place should be labeled. Keeping your supplies organized will help you get pages done faster because you're not dealing with the mental chaos that comes from a messy workspace.
Organization experts stress that you need to evaluate your needs before you buy a single storage container. Before you begin to organize think about the following questions:
•How do you get your ideas?
•Do you attend crops outside the home often?
•Where are you most likely to work?
•How much time do you usually devote to scrapbooking?
•Do you have a set style or do you like to experiment with new techniques?
•Do need peace and quiet when you work or can you handle a little background distraction?
The answers to these questions will give you valuable information for how you scrapbook and what your scrapbook organization system should look like. Keep them in mind as you consider each aspect of scrapbook organization.
As you determine how you will organize, keep your needs first and foremost in your mind. Your organized space will only stay organized if it is practical for YOU and easy to use so. Before you sit down to work on any scrapbook layout, make sure your space is organized. Everything should have its own place and, ideally, that place should be labeled. Keeping your supplies organized will help you get pages done faster because you're not dealing with the mental chaos that comes from a messy workspace.
Organization experts stress that you need to evaluate your needs before you buy a single storage container. Before you begin to organize think about the following questions:
•How do you get your ideas?
•Do you attend crops outside the home often?
•Where are you most likely to work?
•How much time do you usually devote to scrapbooking?
•Do you have a set style or do you like to experiment with new techniques?
•Do need peace and quiet when you work or can you handle a little background distraction?
The answers to these questions will give you valuable information for how you scrapbook and what your scrapbook organization system should look like. Keep them in mind as you consider each aspect of scrapbook organization.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Today's Tip
Sorry, I realize I've missed a few days and will get back on this shortly! Happy New Year!!!
I was just reading an article about DMC's new Glow-in-the-Dark Embroidery Floss. Wouldn't this look fun on a Scrapbooking Page? Maybe a layout featuring Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling?????
I was just reading an article about DMC's new Glow-in-the-Dark Embroidery Floss. Wouldn't this look fun on a Scrapbooking Page? Maybe a layout featuring Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling?????
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Today's Tip!
Embroidery cotton can be used in scrapbooking in a number of interesting ways. Individual fibers can be used to highlight focus items or to add dimension to artwork or drawings.
Embroidery fibers can also be twisted or braided for use in artwork or as imaginative borders. Moreover, embroidery cotton can even be used as to tie down other items in a beautiful and creative way.
The fashion for friendship bracelets made of embroidery cotton never seems to die out completely. Why not plait up a friendship bracelet to use as a border or highlight on one of your daughter's scrapbook pages?
Embroidery fibers can also be twisted or braided for use in artwork or as imaginative borders. Moreover, embroidery cotton can even be used as to tie down other items in a beautiful and creative way.
The fashion for friendship bracelets made of embroidery cotton never seems to die out completely. Why not plait up a friendship bracelet to use as a border or highlight on one of your daughter's scrapbook pages?
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Today's Tip!
A leather look can add elegance to your scrapbooking page.
To create a unique leather look, simply distress cardstock. To do this, grip the cardstock in your hands. Then, with a gentle circular motion, rub the cardstock together as if you were pre-treating a laundry stain. Gradually, work your way around the cardstock until you get the desired effect.
You can also now buy leather-look paper and accessories in many scrapbooking stores.
To create a unique leather look, simply distress cardstock. To do this, grip the cardstock in your hands. Then, with a gentle circular motion, rub the cardstock together as if you were pre-treating a laundry stain. Gradually, work your way around the cardstock until you get the desired effect.
You can also now buy leather-look paper and accessories in many scrapbooking stores.
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