Category Archives: DIY

Necessity Is the Mother of Invention

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Over the next several days I will be posting different pictures of items I created for a tropical summer pool party. I wasn’t really happy with how everything was turning out because the ribbon I was using was making my creations look a bit stale. I decided to fray some of my grosgrain ribbon and by so doing, I created… Read more »

Mission: Possible!

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My very good friend Beth White has served as the PTO President for our local middle school for the past three years.  During that time, she has asked me to create several thank-you gift items to give to the local business partners and volunteers who have so graciously donated their time and money to the school.  This year, Beth wanted… Read more »

Vignettes

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When I think back to the cards I made as a new stamper seven years ago, I just cringe!  I actually thought I was “so cool” because not only did I stamp a flower onto a piece of cardstock, but also because I used a piece of ribbon! Over the years I have learned more about the art of paper… Read more »

Finding Inspiration for Creativity

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I found an adorable Valentine’s Day gift-box at the local craft store.  I fell in love with it; I especially love the folds on the sides and the handbag style on the top. I bought it, brought it home, took it apart, traced it onto a piece of cardstock, and viola!  I turned it into a creation of my own! … Read more »