How to Make a Bracelet with Buttons

with Buttons Galore and More Buttons Galore and More sent me Smiley Buttons to make jewelry. The first piece I made was a bracelet. I didn’t want the buttons to overlap so I had to figure out how to space them. I chose to use silver beads between the buttons. The stringing material is stretchy … Continue reading “How to Make a Bracelet with Buttons”

Faux Texture Paste – Tag it Tuesday

This week’s tag uses a household product as a faux texture paste. I started with white ink and it didn’t work as well as I envisioned. I added sequins, ink blended the edges, and a raised sentiment. While the sequins darkened the look, they also added a bit of sparkle when moved in the light. … Continue reading “Faux Texture Paste – Tag it Tuesday”

Let’s Etch a Decorative Jar

with etchall creme I have been saving this glass jar for a special project. I knew I wanted to etch the glass with etchall creme. But I wanted to do some decorative elements as well. I planned to use temporary tattoos on the etched glass. I have seen the technique and I like the results. … Continue reading “Let’s Etch a Decorative Jar”

Freebie Friday – Painterly Cards

This week’s Freebie is a set of Painterly Floral Cards. They make a great starting base for so many different crafting techniques. Consider using them for business cards, artist trading cards, card fronts, ephemera, hidden paper clips, junk journals, glue books, color inspiration, and more… This is a single 8.5″ x 11″ PDF file, however, … Continue reading “Freebie Friday – Painterly Cards”

Create-it Link Party #424

Last week’s Feature The Apple Stree Cottage shared a post last week teaching us how to make these adorable bunnies just in time for Easter. They are so cute! On to the Party This is a great opportunity to share your latest blog post, recipe, craft tutorial, or any other creative work you’ve been working … Continue reading “Create-it Link Party #424”

Foil Technique and a Die

with Kokorosa This card can be used for so many different occasions. I am not sure which makes it more beautiful, the die or the foil technique. Together they are exquisite. Kokorosa provided the Bubbles Background Board die for this post. If you would like to get the same die, here is a discount and … Continue reading “Foil Technique and a Die”

Embed Technique – Tag it Tuesday

This week’s Tag it Tuesday shares a paper embedding technique using an embossing folder. The technique is simple and one you might overlook but the results are amazing. Video Tutorial: Suggested Materials: Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other 1″ Circle PunchShop at:AZ Cut CardstockShop at:O Gemini Die Cut MachineShop … Continue reading “Embed Technique – Tag it Tuesday”

Freebie Friday – Bunny Clip-Art

This week’s Freebie is a set of bunny clip art just in time for Easter crafting. Let me know how you plan to use them in the comment section. These bunnies are on one 8.5″ x 11″ PDF but you can change the size of them in your printer’s dialog box. Grab the free printable … Continue reading “Freebie Friday – Bunny Clip-Art”

Create-it Link Party #423

Last week’s Feature Simple Joys shared this Origami Rabbit Basket with us last week. I’ve made a few different origami rabbits but I like how this version can hold treats. On to the Party This is a great opportunity to share your latest blog post, recipe, craft tutorial, or any other creative work you’ve been … Continue reading “Create-it Link Party #423”