April 2025 – Try It – Like It

Make an Easy Paper Scrap Tag

How to use your mixed media scraps to make a tag.

Tag it Tuesday

I recently made a set of artist trading cards using a large mixed media sheet I created. Once I cut them down to size, I just couldn’t throw away the leftover bits—they were too pretty! So I gathered up the scraps and pieced them together to create this week’s tag. It’s amazing what you can make from what’s left behind!

The leftover scraps were mostly long strips, which made it easy to piece them together. Once the background was done, I simply cut out a tag shape and topped it off with a coordinating ribbon.

Video Tutorial:

In this close up image you can see the strips and layers of different materials that were used from book pages to printed tissue paper.

Spring Card Fronts

Colorful spring card fronts are a part of the Spring printable blog hop.

Printable Blog Hop

Spring is bursting with new growth and vibrant colors! Grab this free printable featuring colorful bloom card fronts—perfect for adding a touch of spring to your crafting projects!

The PDF file is available here: [Spring Card Fronts PDF]

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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.

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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!

Blog Hop:

This month’s free printable blog hop features the theme Spring. Take a moment to enjoy and visit the following posts.

Spring Printables

Artsy-Fartsy Mama – Spring Activity Pack
Laura’s Crafty Life – Spring Tags
Our Crafty Mom – Vintage Free Printable Wall Art for Spring
Smiling Colors – Free Printable Spring Quote
The Benson Street – Spring Drawing Challenge
The Crafty Blog Stalker – Spring Word Search
Try it – Like it – Create it – Spring Card Fronts

Top 10 Trending Crafts

Check out the top 10 trending crafts of 2025.

Wood Burning (Pyrography)
Personalized wood-burned items like cutting boards and ornaments are gaining popularity for their rustic charm and customization options.
Tutorials & Supplies: Craftsy offers comprehensive classes and materials.
Community & Inspiration: Reddit’s r/woodburning is a great place to connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Embroidery & Visible Mending
Traditional embroidery techniques, including visible mending, are making a comeback as sustainable fashion choices and creative expressions.
Patterns & Guides: DMC provides free patterns and stitching guides.
Sustainable Fashion: Visible Mending focuses on eco-friendly repair techniques.
Air-Dry Clay Projects
Crafting with air-dry clay is trending, especially for creating home décor items like vases and candle holders, offering a hands-on artistic outlet.
Project Ideas: Pinterest has a plethora of air-dry clay project inspirations.
Supplies: Michaels stocks various air-dry clay brands and tools.
Candle Making
DIY candle kits are popular, allowing crafters to create customized scents and designs for personal use or gifting.
Starter Kits: CandleScience offers beginner-friendly kits and tutorials.
Advanced Techniques: The Flaming Candle provides resources for more intricate designs.
Crochet & Knitting
Yarn crafts, particularly crochet and knitting, are seeing a resurgence, with projects ranging from clothing to home accessories.
Patterns & Community: Ravelry is a hub for patterns and connecting with other crafters.
Tutorials: YouTube channels like Bella Coco offer step-by-step guides.
Block Printing
Handmade block printing is trending for its unique aesthetic, used in creating custom textiles and stationery.
Techniques & Supplies: Speedball provides tools and tutorials for beginners.
Workshops: Skillshare hosts classes on block printing techniques.
Resin Art
Resin crafting is popular for making jewelry, coasters, and decorative items, appreciated for its glossy finish and versatility.
Safety & Techniques: ArtResin offers safety guidelines and project ideas.
Community Projects: Instagram hashtags like #resinart showcase diverse creations.
Paper Crafts & Card Making
Paper crafting, including card making and scrapbooking, remains a favorite for its accessibility and creative potential.
Templates & Ideas: Craftsy provides downloadable templates and tutorials.
Supplies: Scrapbook.com offers a wide range of paper crafting materials.
Macramé
Macramé projects like wall hangings and plant holders are in demand, offering a boho-chic touch to home décor.
Patterns & Tutorials: Macramé for Beginners offers free patterns and guides.
Community Inspiration: Etsy features various macramé artists and their work.
Knot Resource: YouTube
Jewelry Making
DIY jewelry, especially using beads and wire, continues to be a sought-after craft for personalized accessories.
Beading & Design: Fire Mountain Gems provides tutorials and supplies.
Wire Wrapping Techniques: Wire Jewelry offers instructional videos and materials.

Paint Pocket and Cards

Printable pocket and cards for paper crafting.

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This fun paper crafting project features a pocket and two cards, bursting with vibrant paint colors that add dynamic visual interest. How will you use them—in a junk journal, for card making, or in your scrapbooking adventures? The possibilities are endless!

The PDF file is available here: [Pocket and Cards PDF]

Create-it Link Party #391

Share your creativity with Create-it Link Party.

I love the color of these Mod Matching Dish Cloths inspired by Quartzite, AZ and created by Road Gypsies Val and Holland. This is a great project to use up leftover yarns from other projects.

Weekly Features are now being shared in the Pinterest Create-it Link Party Board. You can see them all here: [Create-it Link Party on Pinterest]

On to the Party

This is a great opportunity to showcase your latest blog post, recipe, craft tutorial, or any other creative project you’ve been working on! We love seeing the incredible ideas from our community.

To keep things fun and organized, we have a few simple rules to ensure the party runs smoothly. Happy sharing!

Here are a few simple rules:

Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
Giveaways, other link parties, or business links are not accepted.
Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.

Stencil Smooshing

Try this fun ink and stencil smooshing technique.

This week’s tag features a fun and easy stencil smooshing technique that creates beautiful, organic texture. By combining ink, water, and a stencil, you get a dreamy, one-of-a-kind background perfect for layering and embellishing!

For this technique, I chose three coordinating colors of Distress Ink to blend together beautifully. I also selected three stencils with varying design sizes—starting with a large, bold pattern and layering down to finer, more detailed designs. This variation adds depth and interest to the final look.

Video Tutorial:

This close-up image reveals the beautiful variety of textures created on the tag using ink, paint, and water. Each layer adds dimension and interest, making the surface rich with visual detail.

Suggested Materials:

Links are Affiliates
AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other

Die and Stamp Set Shop at: O	Distress Ink Bundle Shop at: AZ \| SB	Gina K foam tape Shop at: AZ \| SSS \| SB	Glassboard Shop at: AZ \| O
HP Paper Shop at: AZ	Ranger Heat Tool Shop at: AZ	Spray Bottles Shop at: AZ	White Uniball Shop at: AZ

A Quick and Easy Card

How to make a quick and easy card with materials from Dollar Tree.

This quick and easy card was made using materials from the Dollar Tree. The handmade burgundy paper came from a paper pack, and the butterfly embellishment is a simple sticker—proof that beautiful cards don’t have to be complicated!

The stenciled image on this card actually came from a different project. After spraying Solar Spray through a stencil, the stencil was still wet—so I flipped it over and smooshed it onto a piece of white card stock, creating this unique, secondary print.

Video Tutorial:

See how beautifully the burgundy paper and butterfly sticker coordinate? The rich tones complement each other perfectly, giving the card a polished, cohesive look with minimal effort.

Suggested Materials:

Links are Affiliates
AZ – Amazon, C – Cricut, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other

Cricut Portable Trimmer Shop at: AZ \| C	Dollar Tree Shop at: O	Glassboard Shop at: AZ \| O	HP Paper Shop at: AZ
Mini Maker Shop at: O	Reptile Glue Shop at: AZ	Solar Spray Shop at: AZ	Tape Runner Shop at: AZ \| SSS \| SB
Wonder Word Die Set – Echo Park Shop at: AZ

Bunny Clipart

What a cute page of printable clipart bunnies.

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These cute paper bunnies are perfect for all kinds of crafting! While they’re especially sweet for Easter projects—like cards, banners, or treat bags—they’re cute enough to use year-round. Add them to baby shower decor, spring-themed journals, or even whimsical everyday cards. Their simple, charming shapes make them easy to layer, embellish, or personalize with patterned paper, ink, or tiny accessories like bows and flowers. A must-have for any paper crafter’s stash!

The PDF file is available here: [Paper Bunnies PDF]

Teacher SVG Hop

Check out the free teacher themed SVG file in this month’s SVG hop.

Are you a teacher or creating a gift for one? This pencil SVG file is the perfect graphic to add a special touch to any project!

Grab the free SVG file here: [Pencil SVG]

Not sure what Cricut tools you need or should use? Check out this post – What tools to Buy.

Need to know about the different vinyl products available? You can learn all about it at About Cricut Vinyl.

Are you confused about the different colors of mats? This article will clear it all up for you. Which Mat Do I Use?

SVG Hop Images:

My fellow SVG creators are joining me in a fun hop featuring teacher-themed SVG files! Each design is free to download and perfect for adding a special touch to your projects. Explore the variety below and get inspired!

Creator	Design Name
Artsy-Fartsy Mama	Weird Teachers Build Character
Better Life Blog	Thanks a Latte
Crafting in the Rain	Math Teacher Shirt
Crafting Overload	The Best Teacher Ever Apple
Dinosaur Mama	I Teach Tiny Humans
Gina C. Creates	Pencil Gift Box
Harper N Co	I’m Silently Correcting Your Grammar
Hello Creative Family	In This Classroom We Are SVG
Kiy’s Craftroom	Thank you for Helping me Grow
Main Road Digital Creations	Favorite Student
Sunshine and Munchkins	Teaching is a Work of Heart
The Bearded Housewife	Best Teacher Box Card
The Crafty Blog Stalker	School Supplies Heart
The Girl Creative	Teachers Gonna Teach
The Scrap Shoppe	#teacherlife rainbow
Tried & True Creative	You Make a Difference Everyday
We Can Make That	Teach, Love, Inspire
Wispy Willow Designs	(no title)

Create-it Link Party #390

Join Create-it Link Party and share your creative posts.

These cute chicks were shared last week by Hello Sewing. They are a great project for beginning sewers, a fun Easter project, and could make a nice pin cushion too!

Weekly Features are now being shared in the Pinterest Create-it Link Party Board. You can see them all here: [Create-it Link Party on Pinterest]

On to the Party

To keep things fun and organized, we have a few simple rules to ensure the party runs smoothly. Happy sharing!

Here are a few simple rules:

Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
Giveaways, other link parties, or business links are not accepted.
Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.