Thursday, June 7th, 2012
by danielle-blundell
Color–– we all love it in theory. But just because you're drawn to deep turquoise or grass green outside or in a painting or on a handbag doesn't mean you want to live with it 24/7. Or could you? Would... Read More >
Wednesday, June 6th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling
I was at the National Stationery Show recently and discovered a cheerful little product called Funtape, distributed exclusively through Ginko Papers. It's similar to washi tape, but it's available in various widths, with fresh, kid-friendly designs.
I immediately thought of embellishing plain white picture frames, which... Read More > Categories: Crafts
Friday, June 1st, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling
Iron-on transfer paper has been around for a long time and it still remains one of the easiest and quickest ways to whip up a project that includes images or graphics. And with the proliferation of sites that offer free image or graphics downloads, along with better photo printing capabilities on home printers, there are more things to transfer than ever. You... Read More > Categories: Crafts
Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling
Father's Day is right around the corner and it's time to remind the dads in your life of all the reasons you love them. One of the things I like to do is include a handmade element, whether it's the gift itself or just a special touch in packaging. It's that extra little step that says you think they're worth it!
Friday, May 25th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling
Summer crafting isn't just about making things with seashells and maps or finding ways to display mementos of family journeys. When I think of summer crafting, I think of color and breezy designs, a casual approach that's a natural accompaniment to the season. I also think good summer crafts are those that can be completed quickly, not the laborious projects that feel... Read More > Categories: Crafts
