paper crafts

Learning Some Paper Crafting Basics

by Marie January 4, 2011

I’m loving this series about The Basics from Patricia of A Little Hut. She shares all kinds of things that help with basic crafting needs, especially those surrounding paper. Scroll down her posts and you’ll find what supplies are the best, how to cut paper, bone folding, etc. A Little Hut’s ideas are so simple [...]

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Upcycled Snowflake Mirror Project

by Kami December 9, 2010

It’s been a long time since I have been thrifting, and I am really itching to go. I found this mirror way back in March while thrift store shopping with Marie and Allison. You can see it here in this post on 4 helpful tips for thrift store shopping. It has been in my basement [...]

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Adorable Little Papercraft Matchboxes

by Kami July 15, 2010

It’s true that all things tiny are cute. Especially little paper matchboxes with a lid that slides. The fun part is deciding what to put inside. This Matchbox diecut from Quickutz makes it easy and fun to make these little boxes. You can also make them with a template like this one. Once you have [...]

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Cute Twist on a Simple Paper Garland

by Marie July 1, 2010

How simple is this Paper Garland from ISLY? Melissa shares how to loopy-loo strips of paper into a new and fun decoration.

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Giveaway: Cricut Ticket Celebration

by Marie June 18, 2010

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. #47 LindaSue is our winner and new owner of a Cricut machine. Have fun making lots of paper crafts! I’m thrilled to have Cricut, a Make and Takes sponsor, here today offering a fantastic giveaway. They are promoting their Cricut Ticket program with a chance [...]

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Patriotic Paper Lollies, Perfect for July 4th

by Kami June 17, 2010

These fun paper crafts get the nickname “Lollies” because they look like giant lollipops. With so many darling double sided papers available these days, you can really have fun with these. They would look great as a centerpiece at your 4th of July BBQ. You can also vary the sizes of these lollies. You can [...]

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DIY Paper Flower Wreath

by Marie June 15, 2010

This Paper Flower Wreath by Carina Gardner couldn’t be sweeter, especially around the head of a darling little girl. Carina has loads of fun paper patterns on her site, plenty to keep you busy all summer long with paper crafts.

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Write Your Story with a Journal Jar

by Little Birdies June 8, 2010

Recently I taught a group of 12 and 13-year-old girls a church lesson about the importance of keeping a journal. (Excuse me while I climb on my soap box.) We have a great opportunity to share our lives with our children, our grandchildren, and generations beyond if we write down the thoughts and events of [...]

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Dressing Up Personalized Paper Dolls

by Marie June 7, 2010

Today we made some fun paper dolls in stylish garden wear. Cricut, a Make and Takes sponsor, provided us with their new Freshly Picked cartridge to play around with and we chose to create this darling garden outfit to place on a fun full length picture of my daughter. She had so much fun dressing [...]

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Handmade Banners for all Occasions

by Kami May 13, 2010

Nothing says “celebration” like a banner. Don’t let birthdays be the only holidays worthy of a banner. Not only does a banner let your mom know it’s her day, but it can be fun gift too! Quickutz new Triangle Pennant Die just made my banner making days that much easier. With all the darling scrapbook [...]

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