This week’s freebie features a delightful page of delicate Dragonfly cards. The pastel hues lend a light and airy feel, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your crafting projects!
My go-to printer brand for years has been HP. I also use their ink supply service where I pay a monthly fee and they send me ink cartridges as needed. It comes out to be a lot less money this way. The HP Envy Inspire is a great-priced machine that will produce beautiful prints.
If you are looking for a great crafting-weight paper for printables, I have been using HP Project Paper. It is heavier than copier paper but not quite as heavy as cardstock. It is a great medium weight for layering, folding, and more!
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What a fun origami project, I can’t wait to give it a try. The directions look easy and you can find them at Mini Origami Hearts from My French Twist.
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Get crafty for Valentine’s Day with these 8 great craft ideas.
Get ready for Valentine’s Day with these fantastic craft ideas! From charming decor to adorable wearables, there’s something for everyone to celebrate the season of love. Create a garland, personalized cards, and candy boxes. For a personal touch, try making DIY jewelry or a custom shirt. These crafts are perfect for sharing the love with friends, family, or that special someone!
For this week’s tag project, I explored interference ink pads.
Tag it Tuesday
I recently purchased interference ink pads from Lisa Horton, and I’m really impressed with how beautifully they work together. For this week’s tag project, I explored their versatility by combining a bit of ink smooshing, stenciling, and stamping. The results were a stunning mix of subtle shimmer and layered textures that really brought the design to life!
At first, I wasn’t sure how the interference inks would work together since they shift in different color directions, but I was pleasantly surprised by the result! The two colors I used—Pink Champagne and Peacock Tails—created a beautiful interplay of shimmer and depth that added a unique dimension to the tag.
Video Tutorial:
Here’s a closer look at the stenciled image on the tag, showcasing the stunning interference shift. The way the light catches the ink adds an eye-catching dimension, making the design truly stand out.
The final results of the finished tag!
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Wrap up a sweet treat for Valentine’s Day with this free printable.
This printable Valentine candy wrapper is designed to fit most flat bars, like Hershey’s and Nestle Crunch. Grab the free PDF, wrap up a sweet treat, and surprise someone special with a heartfelt touch!
For years, my go-to printer brand has been HP. Their ink supply service, which operates on a monthly subscription, has been a game-changer—it’s convenient and saves a lot of money by delivering ink cartridges exactly when needed. One printer I highly recommend is the HP Envy Inspire. It’s affordable and consistently delivers beautiful, high-quality prints, making it an excellent choice for all kinds of projects.
Make floral medallion ephemera using a free printable.
What a fun and creative way to build up your ephemera stash! I started with a free printable of floral medallions and then gave them a personalized touch by altering them. By adding color to distress the edges for a vintage vibe, this project is both simple and satisfying. It’s a perfect way to create unique embellishments for cards, journals, or any crafting project!
With just a few simple materials—wax paper, a glue stick, and cardboard—I’m transforming the paper medallions into something truly unique. The wax paper adds an interesting texture and sheen, while the cardboard gives them a sturdy, dimensional feel. It’s amazing how these everyday items can elevate a printable into custom, eye-catching ephemera perfect for all sorts of crafting projects!
This week’s Tag it Tuesday is truly special: a printable set of elegant Blue Tags. These designs are perfect for dressing up packages or adding a touch of sophistication to your crafting projects.
For years, my go-to printer brand has been HP. Their ink supply service, which operates on a monthly subscription, has been a game-changer—it’s convenient and saves a lot of money by delivering ink cartridges exactly when needed. One printer I highly recommend is the HP Envy Inspire. It’s affordable and consistently delivers beautiful, high-quality prints, making it an excellent choice for all kinds of projects.
If you’re searching for a fantastic crafting-weight paper for printables, I’ve been using HP Project Paper, and it’s excellent! It’s heavier than standard copier paper but not as thick as cardstock, striking the perfect balance. This medium-weight paper works beautifully for layering, folding, and so much more.
I love Valentine’s Day. I am a romantic at heart and the day speaks of jewelry to me. The hearts in this jewelry set are made from Fimo clay. They are really easy to make and I will share the process with you in this tutorial.
I used the Fimo Effects Mother of Pearl clay. You will need to condition the clay first. This means rolling it out by hand or through a pasta maker so that the clay can be manipulated and not break after baking.
Now, roll the clay out to your desired thickness. Mine was probably 1/4″ thick.
Cut our your desired shape. I used a heart shaped cookie cutter. Cookie cutters tend to be less expensive than some of the cutting shapes made for polymer clay. Just make sure to dedicate it to crafting and don’t use it again for baking.
To add color and define the pattern, I used Pearl Ex powders. I used two different powders to add a sense of depth. I also applied the powder along the outer edge and the back for a more professional look.
Bake the pieces according to the package directions. In this case, I baked them at 230 degrees for 30 minutes. Hint: when I am finished creating, I place my pieces on a tile. When the tile is full, I take it to the kitchen and bake right on the tile.
I wanted a gloss finish to the pieces so I applied Poly-Glaze Gloss Finish. There are other finishes that work just as well, you can even use Finish floor polish.
Here is the finalized piece with hardware added. All I need to do now is hang it from a necklace cord.
I also made a pair of earrings to go with this piece using the same technique. It really was a simple process with professional looking results making this great for gifting on Valentine’s Day.
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This might be the most clever and differently applicable craft I have seen in awhile. I can’t wait to make a few of these Scrap Ribbon Gift Tags from Sum of their Stories for my stash.
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Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
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Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.
This week’s Tag it Tuesday showcases an exciting faux bleaching technique that’s both creative and safe! The best part is you can achieve the stunning, bleached effect without dealing with the harsh fumes of traditional bleach.
The magic behind this faux bleaching technique lies in the type of ink used. Distress Oxide inks are the secret ingredient, as they react beautifully with water, allowing you to lift the color and create that stunning bleached effect. It’s an easy, mess-free way to add unique depth and texture to your projects without using actual bleach!
Video Tutorial:
The close-up image reveals all the intricate details that make this technique so special. You can see the enhancement of shading, where it creates depth and dimension. The delicate ink splatters add texture and a touch of spontaneity, while the lifted colored ink highlights the beautiful contrast. It’s a stunning effect that adds character and charm to the finished piece!
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