Birthday Blooms Frames Art Gift Set by Amanda Corbet

Birthday Blooms Framed Art Gift Set!  – Amanda Corbet

Give someone this special gift of framed art handmade by you! With some fun water coloring, flowers, and beautiful lacy layers this is a perfect gift for a very special lady! The 5 x 7 framed art is beautiful and easy! The set comes complete with matching card and gift bag so you can present your gift in style!  Head on over to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of February for full step-by-step instructions!

Egg-cellent Easter Ensemble by Julie Warnick

Egg-cellent Easter Ensemble!  – Julie Warnick

Are the winter blues getting you down? Bring some spring into your home a little early and be ready to celebrate Easter with this Egg-cellent Easter Ensemble! These branches are already in bloom with soft pink paper flowers and tiny green leaves. The embellished egg ornaments add pretty, delicate
accents that are perfect for the Easter Season. Make one for your own home and one to give away. The coordinating card and basket make this an ideal gift for someone special.  Head on over to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of February for full step-by-step instructions!

Zoo Babies Love Notes Set

Zoo Babies Love Notes Set!

Welcome to my Craft Project Central project for February!  It's time to express your love!  These adorable Zoo Babies love note cards are a perfect way to share your love!  Hide them in a lunch bag, briefcase or drawer for your loved one to discover!  A highlight of this set is learning how to create sleek envelopes using a combination of the Simply Scored Board and the Gift Bag Punch Board.  This set includes four love notes, four envelopes, a gift tag, and an adorable gift bag to hold the set of love notes.  This set would be perfect for a stamp camp or as a simple gift!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by heading over to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of February.

Bunny In The Carrot Patch by Sue Plote

Bunny in the Carrot Patch! –  Sue Plote

You’re invited…to join bunny…in the carrot patch!  These projects feature the Friends & Flowers Stamp Set and the coordinating Festive Flower Builder Punch to create the star of the show…the adorable bunny.  And what does the bunny love the most?  Carrots, of course!  Bright and fun Pumpkin Pie and Cucumber Crush Cardstock are scored and folded to create 3-D carrots…in two
sizes!  Larger carrots are strung on Linen Thread to create a garland of carrots…and the smaller carrot perfectly adorns a Tiny Treat Box.  The bunny faced card is designed to serve for Easter greetings…or an invitation…and a colorful place card rounds out the project line up.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by heading over to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of February!

Leap Day Frogs by Yapha Mason

Leap Day Frogs!  – Yapha Mason

Leap Day comes only once every four years, so don’t let it pass by without some fun stamping projects! When I think of “leaping,” I think of frogs and these cute frog cards and treat holder will have you leaping with joy. This project includes a square card, a pop-up card, and a pyramid treat holder. Use them to celebrate Leap Day with friends and family, or create them for a club or class project. These versatile frogs will also be great for Passover and other spring celebrations.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by heading over to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of February!

Baker's Box Creations by Christy Fulk

Baker's Box Creations– January Bonus Project!  – Christy Fulk

This tutorial includes three different treat and gift boxes made with the Baker’s Box Thinlits Dies. There’s a little treat box that holds a Ghirardelli candy bar perfectly, a tall Baker’s Box that can hold a
full-size candy bar or anything around the same size, and a wide Baker’s Box that can hold a lot of treats or a little gift. The boxes also feature the Garden in Bloom Stamp Set and English Garden Designer Series Paper. This would make a great product-based class for the Baker’s Box Thinlits Dies.

This Bonus Project can be obtained by subscribing to two or more months in a row at Craft Project Central, putting the Craft Project Central badge on your blog, or by referring a friend and when they subscribe, letting Craft Project Central know.  Head on over to Craft Project Central to learn more!

Little Letters Felt Board Birthday Set

This Little Letters Felt Board Birthday Set is my January project for Craft Project Central!  What can you do with the Little Letters Thinlits?  A lot!  This tutorial will walk you through how to use your thinlits in some fun ways!  Learn how to create felt letters with a felt board, a felt letter holder, and a
festive birthday card!  We will use both the positive die cut letters and the negative spaces they leave when they are die cut!  Let’s explore what you can do with these versatile thinlits!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of January!

Crash the (DSP) Stash! by Regina Andari

Crash the (DSP) Stash! – Regina Andari

Ask any stamper or paper crafter and, if they’re honest, they’ll admit to having more designer paper than they’ll probably live long enough to use. The problem (for lack of a better word) is that there are too many gorgeous paper collections coming and going all the time.  This tutorial will demonstrate a fun, colorful, and creative technique that will not only have you using that paper you’ve been hoarding, but it also gives the green light to mixing and matching colors and patterns that you would normally never use together.  While you are putting your hoarded stash to work, you will thoroughly enjoy some trendy techniques such as the quilt and tag cards, tag-shaped window, glimmer pinwheel card, and a colorful, fun Bargello design.  Of course, you’ll need a pretty place to put your stack of cards, and this tutorial includes a handy pocket portfolio for that purpose.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of January!

Bear Hugs Valentine Set by Yapha Mason

Bear Hugs Valentine Set!  – Yapha Mason

This super cute Bear Hugs set is perfect for the baby bear in your life! Featuring a pop-up card, treat bag, and banner, it is a great way to show your love on Valentine’s Day or all year round.  The treat bag is a great size for cookies or candy. The banner is easily customizable to any length name. The pop-up card is quick enough to make multiples of while still being exciting to open. This fun trio would also make a great class or club project.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of January!

Memories in the Making Birthday Cards by Buffy Cooper

Memories in the Making Birthday Cards!  – Buffy Cooper

It’s your best friend’s birthday, and you don’t have time to make a card. Don’t break down and run to the store to buy one! Here are 12 simple, cute, and quick birthday cards you can create in a snap with the Project Life Memories in the Making Bundle. Using the Card Collection, Accessory Pack, and Photopolymer Stamp Set with a few other tools you probably have on hand, you’ll have a card for every month. You’ll also repurpose the packaging to make a box to hold your cards and envelopes. This project would make a wonderful gift or a fun stamp camp or class as well!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of January!

Amore Banner Gift Set by Amanda Corbet

Amore Banner Gift Set! – Amanda Corbet

Add some lovely décor to your home for Valentine’s Day with this Amore banner featuring sparkling ribbon and sequin tassels, glittery hearts, and beautiful pennants. Give this lovely banner as a gift with the coordinating gift box to nicely package the banner and the matching card.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of January!

It's Time To Celebrate...With Cake! by Sue Plote

It’s Time to Celebrate…With Cake!!  – Sue Plote

Celebrate any occasion…with cake…and the calories don’t count!  This project begins with a card that features the Party Pop-Up Thinlits Dies…with a fun Hip Hip Hooray front and center!  The card also uses the It’s My Party Designer Series Paper Stack…and it’s bright and fun colors and patterns
carry over to the cake picks and the birthday box.  This easy, sweet little project sets the lucky recipient on the way to celebrate any occasion…in a delicious way!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by subscribing to the month of January over at Craft Project Central!

Valentine 12 x 12 Sampler & Square Card by Lynn Starzl

Valentine 12 x 12 Sampler & Square Card!  – Lynn Starzl

This Valentine Sampler is sure to wow your friends and family when you tell them you made it yourself! Add a 12" x 12" frame of your choice and make a beautiful focal display!  The square card uses product from the Love Blossoms Suite. The Love Blossoms Designer Series Paper Stack, the Love Blossoms Embellishment Kit, and the Love Blossoms Cardstock Pack make it easy to make the card look so pretty and elegant! These projects coordinate beautifully together and would make a great gift for someone special! Get your friends together,  share the product needed and help them create their own gifts for giving!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by subscribing to the month of January over at Craft Project Central!

Perpetual Calendar & Pen Holder by Christy Fulk

Perpetual Calendar & Pen Holder!  – Christy Fulk

The beginning of a new year always means purchasing new desktop calendars.  Make this calendar, and you’ll never need to purchase another desktop calendar again! This perpetual calendar is perfect for any desk. It includes two square cubes with numbers for the days of the month, and three long,
rectangle cubes for each month of the year. All of these are inserted into a floral calendar base. This tutorial also includes a coordinating pen holder to go along with the calendar. This would also make a great calendar class.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by subscribing to the month of January over at Craft Project Central!

Romantic Dinner Ensemble by Julie Warnick

Romantic Dinner Ensemble! –  Julie Warnick - 

Valentine’s Day is approaching and the restaurants will be crowded! Why not plan to stay in the comfort of your own home with this Romantic Dinner Ensemble? Surprise your Valentine with all of the trimmings! You can eat dinner by candle light with taper candles and custom gold rose candle holders, while enjoying the beverage of your choice with a decorative bottle topper. The place setting will be perfect with coordinating silverware sleeves and a matching card for your sweetheart. Add some scattered sequins and heart shaped gold doilies for the finishing touch.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by subscribing to the month of January over at Craft Project Central!

A Year Full Of Memories by Julie Beltramo

A Year Full of Memories!  – Julie Beltramo
Do you remember all those special times that happened over the past year?  Maybe some of just the big events?... Well this sweet project is meant to help you take the time to write down all those things, big or small, that made your day, week or month memorable! Maybe it’s a little thing someone
said or did, but write it down and place it in the jar. And won’t it be fun to open the jar next year and read all those moments that made your year special! Make it a family jar that everyone contributes to! In the tutorial you’ll learn how to decorate the shimmery jar. You’ll make an Open Top Box to put the decorated Note Cards in – all ready to set out and be written on and put into the jar! Plus, make a set for a gift and include the coordinating card!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by subscribing to the month of January over at Craft Project Central!

Baby's First Year Mini Scrapbook & Card - December Bonus Project by Christy Fulk

Baby's First Year Mini Scrapbook & Card – December Bonus Project by Christy Fulk

If you've got a new baby in the family, or a friend has had a baby, then you really should make this mini scrapbook for them. This mini scrapbook is a great little keepsake for the baby's first year. There is room for a picture of the baby for each of its first twelve months, along with two pockets to put little keepsakes in. This scrapbook shows a new way to use the Project Life Baby Girl Card Collection and Hello Baby Accessory Pack. It also features the Hello Baby Stamp Set. It can be customized for a baby boy by using the Project Life Baby Boy Card Collection instead. This would also make a great Project Life Class.

Bonus projects can be obtained by subscribing to two or more months in a row at Craft Project Central, putting the Craft Project Central badge on your blog, or by referring a friend and when they subscribe, letting Craft Project Central know.  Head to Craft Project Central to learn more!

Sewn Box & Cards Gift Set

This Sewn Box & Cards Gift Set is my December project for Craft Project Central!  Do you love to sew and paper craft?  If so, then this is the project for you!  Learn to hand sew a gift box and machine stitch some great cards to go in it!  Give the set as a gift (tag instructions included too!), to a crafty friend who will appreciate the time and creativity that you’ve put into this fun gift!  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Snow Day Fun by Buffy Cooper

Snow Day Fun! – Buffy Cooper

It’s 10 a.m. on a snow day. The snow is piling up outside and doesn’t look like it’s going to stop, and then you hear those three dreaded words – “Mom, I’m bored.” Keep your children entertained with this Snow Day Fun set. Use the Stampin’ Up! Snow Place bundle to create mix and match elements that will cling to the scenic background board. It’s simple enough for older children to create for younger siblings or neighbors, and smaller children will enjoy mixing the pieces to create cute snow scenes. Best of all, it’s durable enough to stand up to hours of use by tiny fingers. If you don’t have children, you can create this project for a friend who does and make a young child’s day. Instructions for a storage/gift box and a coordinating card are included. This would make a fun class for moms so they’ll be ready for that first snow day!  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Merry Christmas To You & Yours

Wishing those of you celebrating the Christmas holiday a day filled with warmth, love, laughter and peace.  For those of you not celebrating Christmas, I hope you have a quiet day filled with creativity and love!!!! :)

Sleigh Ride Edgelits Christmas Pocket Card

Intricate die cuts can add a very special level of detail to your cards.  Here, the Sleigh Ride Edgelit is highlighted by creating a pocket card with the die cut insert.  I used the ribbon to hold the pocket together so that the card is easy to put in and pull out.  The sentiment is from the Antique Tags stamp set by Stampin' Up!
Wishing those of you celebrating Christmas a love-filled Christmas Eve!

Noel Gift Tags

Add some sparkle to gift tags with a bit of Gold Foil Paper!  I used an old snowflake die that I had to brighten up these tags.  The sentiment was stamped using the Antique Tags stamp set by Stampin' Up!

No Bones About It...Quick and Easy Cards & Packaging by Sue Plote

No Bones about It…Quick and Easy Cards & Packaging!  – Sue Plote

This project includes two cards and two gift packaging ideas that are quick and easy…and no bones about it…they’re super cute, too!  The No Bones About It Stamp Set is featured and provides the dinosaur theme for each project…and Schoolhouse Designer Series Paper provides fresh, fun colors and patterns.  Those colors and patterns also bring the versatility that allows you to create for either the special little boy or girl in your life!  For a final finishing touch the matching envelopes are a cinch using the Envelope Punch Board.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Christmas Tags With A Vintage Feel

 

I'm drawn to things that have an aged or vintage feel and that is true with paper tags too!  These two tag designs were created with that vintage feel in mind.  For the top tag I used the Antique Tags stamp set by Stampin' Up!  The second tag was made with the Six Sayings stamp set and whole lot of sponging of the edges :)  The second tag makes me think of warm wooly sweaters and drinking a cup of hot cocoa by a warm fire...and we can't forget some snowflakes falling outside the window :)

Handbag Card Set by Christy Fulk

Handbag Card Set!  – Christy Fulk

Everyone needs some pretty colors and flowers to get them through the cold winters, and this card set would definitely cheer them up! The cards are stored in a cute little handbag with pretty Antique Brads on the handles. The handbag can hold eight cards and envelopes. This tutorial includes two card designs made with the Remarkable You Stamp Set, and four of each design can be made to fill up the handbag. This would make a perfect gift, and a great class project.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Snow Place Christmas Gift Tags

 

I love creating simple, fun gift tags for the holidays!  I even like to give gift tags as a practical gift to friends and neighbors!  These adorable tags were made using the Snow Place stamp set by Stampin' Up! along with the very merry sentiment from the And Many More stamp set.  Don't they just make you smile???? :)

Warm Wishes Tag

For those of you celebrating the Christmas holiday season, I wish you a holiday filled with joy, happiness, health and peace :)  Between now and Christmas I am going to intermittently share some of the tags and cards that we put together at my recent Stamp-a-Stack.  Hope they help get you into the holiday spirit!
This simple tag used the Winter Wishes stamp set by Stampin' Up! along with some fine red glitter I had in my stash.  Sponging all of the edges of the tag and focal image gives the tag a vintage feel.

Water Colored Masculine Gift Set by Sara Hoogendoorn

Water Colored Masculine Gift Card Set! – Sara Hoogendoorn

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at watercoloring but thought you couldn’t do it?  Here is your chance to give it a try using the masculine set The Wilderness Awaits and an Aqua Painter. The step-by-step instructions will show you how to make a wonderful set of four masculine cards with envelopes that fit right in the box that showcases your water colored creations that you can give away as a gift or keep for yourself.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Go Wild and Pamper Yourself by Boni Montano

Go Wild and Pamper Yourself!  – Boni Montano

This gift set is a mini spa day packaged in a coordinated kit. This set includes a nail file holder, a nail polish caddy, and chocolates that all fit inside a unique gift bag. There is also a matching gift card holder to add a little something extra. This spa day kit is perfect for that special person who deserves an indulgent gift. There is also a bonus recipe for a sugar scrub to add as an optional gift!  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Heart Tape Art Journal Page: A Video!!!!

On a recent work trip I stopped into a store called Daiso and purchased a 3-pack of electrical tape in different colors.  I decided I needed to put the red tape to use as soon as I got home and this is the art journal page that resulted!  This video shows you my journey to create this page.  Enjoy!

"English Garden" Box & Cards by Regina Andari

“English Garden” Box & Cards!  – Regina Andari

Need a fantastic, useful, and attractive gift for someone special?  You will enjoy making this project, and the recipient will cherish it!  Create six pockets to hold an assortment of cards, a box to hold the pockets, and this tutorial also includes instructions for six assorted—coordinating—greeting cards to start filling the pockets.  Once you give this box of cards to a special someone, don’t forget to replenish the cards throughout the year on holidays, special occasions, or just because.  This ensemble would be great for a stamp camp.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Thankfully Embrace Art Journal Page

My art journal is a wonderful place to explore, experiment and play!  Over the weekend I decided to try doing a matte medium transfer with a sentiment I printed out on my laser printer.  I also played with molding paste, stamping, stenciling, tissue paper...you get the point...I played A LOT!  This "everything but the kitchen sink" page was the result! :)  Not only did I have fun (in addition to a bit of struggle), I also learned a lot.  Open up your art journal and play!  You may or may not like what you end up creating, but you will definitely learn and have fun....and you may even surprise yourself with what you create!!!! :)

Everlasting Luminary Gift Set by Julie Beltramo

Everlasting Luminary Gift Set!  – Julie Beltramo

This sweet and sparkly little gift set is sure to please! Learn how to quickly, and elegantly, turn a battery-operated tea light into an everlasting décor piece. Then you’ll learn how to make the coordinating gift box that is the perfect custom size to fit the three tea lights. And the simple, but sweet card will make this the perfect hostess gift for those holiday drop-ins!  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Winter Holiday Punch Art Tag Set by Yapha Mason

Winter Holiday Punch Art Tag Set! –  Yapha Mason

Punch art is a fun way to create images that you may not have stamps for, as well a great way to get extra mileage out of your punches. In this project we will create punch art images for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve. Each of these images is part of a cute tag, and all of the tags fit nicely in a decorative box. Includes a matching card for gift giving. These fun punch art designs are great for a club or a class, or just a fun winter afternoon of crafting.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Painted Deli Paper Tape: A Video!!!!

Whenever I don't have a clue what to do in the craft room, I find myself painting/drawing on deli paper.  Today I wanted to share one of my deli paper sessions and how I took that painted deli paper and turned it into tape that I can use in my art journal, in collage, and in other art projects!  Enjoy!!!!

Create Your Own Hot Glue Stencil: A Video!!!!!

Sometimes we feel like we need the latest supply in order to make art.  What if we looked around our house and used what we already have?  What if we used old supplies in new ways?  That was my goal for today's video!  I had heard about creating stencils using hot glue and I decided to give it a try.  In this video I guide you through making your own hot glue stencil and then using that stencil to create an art journal page!  As an added bonus, we will make a small hot glue embellishment.  Let's get started!

2016 Calendar/ Keepsake Book Gift Set by Julie Warnick

2016 Calendar/ Keepsake Book Gift Set!  – Julie Warnick

Are you looking for a thoughtful gift for a special person this Christmas or for an upcoming birthday? This 2016 Calendar/ Keepsake Book Gift Set is a wonderful choice! This calendar will not only look beautiful sitting on a desk or counter, but it will also turn into a keepsake book at the end of the year. There is space to write down goals for the New Year, record special memories and each month has a place for a treasured photo. The calendar and custom pen fit nicely inside the gorgeous gift box that doubles as storage when the year is done. And don’t forget to add the matching card! This lovely card is the perfect way to let your recipient know that you are thinking of them.  Head to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of December for full step-by-step instructions!

Last Minute Christmas Gifts - November Bonus Project by Buffy Cooper

Last Minute Christmas Gifts– November Bonus Project!  – Buffy Cooper

We all have that one holiday gift we forget to buy, don’t we? The new neighbor, our hair stylist, Uncle Joe who just moved back to town…forgetting a gift for any of these could cause more stress during a season that should be fun. If you have a last minute addition to your list, here are a few
ideas that are quick and relatively simple. Best of all, they use products that almost every crafter keeps on hand. The projects use the Jingle All the Way Bundle to create gorgeous gifts anyone would love to receive. They also make beautiful home décor pieces for your holiday decorating. And since
they’re winter themed, they can stay up into the New Year.  Bonus projects can be obtained by subscribing to two or more months in a row at Craft Project Central, putting the Craft Project Central badge on your blog, or by referring a friend and when they subscribe, letting Craft Project Central know.  Head on over to Craft Project Central to learn more!

Honeycomb Star Ornament Gift Set by Amanda Corbet

Honeycomb Star Ornament Gift Set! – Amanda Corbet

Make this beautiful 3D honeycomb star ornament to deck your halls with some holiday sparkle. Or give this lovely ornament as a gift with the coordinating card and box that allows the ornament to spin inside and show off that sparkle. This would make an excellent hostess gift or class project! The patterns, colors, and stamps can easily be changed out to match those of another holiday if you don’t celebrate Christmas.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of November!

Washi Tape Mandala Art Journal Page: A Video!!!!

What a blessing to have been able to spend time in the craft room this week!  I was so in need of some creative time!  I find making mandalas very meditative and this washi tape mandala art journal page was no exception!  I hope you enjoy the video and I hope it inspires you to try creating a mandala of your very own!  To those of you celebrating Thanksgiving, I hope your day is filled with gratitude, love...and a dose of creativity!!!!!

On-Line Extravaganza!!!!

 November 23-30, save up to 50 percent on select Stampin' Up! products during the week-long Online Extravaganza! To make it even better, there will be a flash sale that last 24 hours on November 30, the last day of Online Extravaganza. But remember: Online Extravaganza savings are only available while supplies last, so get them while you can!  Shop HERE now! :)

Altered Muffin Tin Décor & Greeting Card by Monika Davis

Altered Muffin Tin Décor & Greeting Card!  – Monika Davis

As the holiday season is nearing, wouldn’t it be fun to decorate your home with this holiday décor item? Perfect for your table, wall, or refrigerator, this sweet 3-D project could also work as a countdown calendar, and for hiding holiday treats and treasures. Give your craft punches and dies a
workout to make holiday scenes, getting a glimpse of all the fun and precious things you are looking forward to. This project is also great for holiday stamp camps and small classes.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of November!

Always Time To Create Art Journal Page: A Video!!!!

Honoring your creativity can sometimes feel like an internal battle!  To create this art journal page, I battled the inner voice that was telling me I did not have time to create!  I decided to prove that inner voice wrong and I was triumphant!  There is ALWAYS time to create!  You just need to make that choice!  Here is a video showing my battle to go beyond my inner voice and get this page made!!!!  Don't worry, there is no violence and no profanity or adult themes so this video is unrated :)  Enjoy!!!

Hello December Organizer & Holiday Accessories by Sue Plote

Hello December Organizer & Holiday Accessories!  – Sue Plote

You’ll say a happier hello to December when you’re organized and ready for this busiest of months!  This project features the Hello December 2015 Project Life Card Collection and Hello December 2015 Project Life Accessory Pack as a fun organizer…with the support of a double Berry Basket to help keep everything together!  This project also includes lovely ornaments, three sets of holiday gift tags and three holiday greeting cards.  This project and these amazing Project Life cards…in combination with the bright, fun accessories...are the perfect canvas for an organized December and a
lovely holiday season!  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of November!

Unique Special Self Collage

Hey You!  Yeah, You!  Just want to let you know how incomparable you are!  You are the only YOU there is and the only YOU there will ever be!  What are you going to do with your unique special self today????

Thankful Forest Friends Thank You Card

Every single day provides an opportunity to reflect on what you are thankful for.  Today I am thankful for getting up early and going for an outdoor swim in a heated pool even though it was below freezing when I first got to the pool.  I am also thankful for the dry sauna I was able to warm up in after my swim :)  I am thankful for the ability to swim - a body that supports me and carries me through the water.  I am thankful for the peace that the water brings me - a place to find some solace - the sounds, the ripples, the designs the sun casts on the bottom of the pool.  I know that today will bring more to be grateful for.  I wait to receive what the day has to bring with gratitude.

Advent Calendar Banner Box Set by Amanda Corbet

Advent Calendar Banner Box Set!  – Amanda Corbet

Celebrate each day of December up to Christmas with a sweet little treat all held on a twine banner in these cute little boxes that are all decked out in red and gold. Want to give this banner as a gift? The coordinating box holds all 25 boxes folded flat with mini clothespins, twine, and decorative trim.  Get the full step-by-step instructions by going to Craft Project Central and subscribing to the month of November!

A Whole Lot Of Lovely Thank You Card

Today I want to share a quick and easy card that I created for my upcoming Giving Thanks Stamp-a-Stack.  Just a few pieces of designer series paper and a little heat embossing and you can create a gorgeous card to say thank you!  In the spirit of "thank you," I want to say thank you to YOU!  Thank you for continuing to stop by to see what I'm up to.  Thank you for your patience as I find my way back to creating every day.  Thank you for honoring the artist that lives inside of you and for seeing the artist that lives inside of me.  Now go and create!!!! :)

Christmas Lodge Gift Set by Julie Warnick

Christmas Lodge Gift Set!  – Julie Warnick

With the holidays approaching, many of us are looking for creative gifts and packaging to show appreciation for the wonderful people in our lives. Look no further! Delight someone special on your list with this beautiful Christmas Lodge Gift Set! The Christmas Lodge Gift Box looks like it was taken right out of a charming mountain scene. It is a stunning way to package goodies or a gift and can be used as a decorative centerpiece after the gift is opened! And the December 2015 Mini Book is the perfect gift to go inside! Learn the simple saddle stitch to create this custom book and create a photo album or journal to capture all of the Christmas memories this year. A coordinating card tops off this festive ensemble! And if you want a quick way to package gifts and treats this holiday season, the tag in this set is an easy way to dress up a cellophane bag.  For full step-by-step instructions, head on over to Craft Project Central and subscribe to the month of November!