Prairie Sky Paper Crafts

Measure twice, cut once. We've all heard that saying. And, over the years, I have learned that sometimes, it takes more than two measures to get it right ! There are some measurements that are easy to figure out, but when you get to some fancy folds, or 3D items, you need to get familiar with the smaller increments- and that sometimes can be a challenge. I know it is for me!  If you're new to cardmaking, this handy guide will help you out, too. You can check out the video here. Most of the time, card and scrapbook design measurements in North America are given in inches. It can get tricky when you’re not sure what the tick marks on the Stampin' Trimmer mean. I have been paper crafting for ages, and I still need to count, and recount, before I cut anything that isn’t the typical 1/4 or 1/2 inch measures. The diagram shows the ruler on the Stampin’ Trimmer, which measures to 1/16 of an inch. The 1/16 measure is the shortest, then 1/8”, 1/4”, 1/2” and the one inch mark is the ...

I was thinking about ways to use some of the new product in the fall and winter Stampin' Up! mini catalogue, when an idea hit.  The texture and interest the Snowy White velvet paper lends to projects is amazing. I loved the red velvet in last year's, and I think I love the white even more. Granted, I was a little nervous, because velvet attracts every bit of fluff near it, and white... well, let's just say my accident-prone self doesn't own anything white.  Enter the idea. I wanted to create a snowy background with dimension. I grabbed my Basic Boarders dies, cut out the clouds on a piece of scrap, and used that for the base. Then I grabbed my blending brushes, Balmy Blue and Grey Granite ink pads, and did the sky and snow. You can check out the video here .  Once the sky and snow were inked, the snowflakes were stamped with Balmy Blue ink, and then the snowman was assembled and adhered to the velvet paper with dimensionals.  Three pieces of mesh ribbon were added to...

One sheet wonder cards are so much fun to make. This template will create 10 cards. I have added coordinating cardstock, as well as some Basic Rhinestones to add some shine. The Double Oval Punch was also used for some of the cards. All the sentiments were stamped in Memento Black ink.  You can download the cutting template here . The layout is here . In my video, I referenced the cost of making your own cards. Check out the video on YouTube . Breaking it down: 2021-2023 In Colour cardstock- $12.25 (20 sheets, 8 1/2 x 11") Basic White cardstock-  $13.25 (40 sheets, 8 1/2 x 11") Designer Series Paper $15.75 (12 sheets, 12 x 12") Clear envelopes $8.25 (50) Basic White envelopes $10.25 (40) You can get 80 cards from a pack of Basic White cardstock, which could create several cards. If you paired the carstock with a stamp set that has sentiments for many occasions, like Peaceful Moments ($29), you can quickly and easily make cards for any occasion. The cost for 80 cards, inc...

 Quick and easy project for you today- no cutting, no stamping, and you'll end up with a nice, large gift bag. Check out the video here. It'll take you about 10 minutes, and you'll be out the door with a unique bag in hand.  Supplies needed:  12 x 12 sheet of Designer Series Paper (Pansy Petals and In The Wild were used for the examples.) Ribbon Scissors Adhesive (I used Stampin' Seal) Hole punch Take your piece of 12 x 12 paper, and score horizontally at 2 inches on the top and bottom. Score vertically from the edge of the paper to the 2" score line at 3 3/4", 7 1/2", and 11 1/4".  Pinch the score lines so they are visible, and then run tape or glue from the top to bottom of the paper on the 3/4 inch tab. Line up the left side of the paper to the score line, and press to create a tube (ensure the tab is on the inside of the tube. Pinch the tabs together, and then punch one hole roughly in the centre of each- there will be three holes on each end. Th...

Every year before we moved back to Manitoba, we'd load the kids, the pets, and whatever we'd need for several weeks away from home and drive half-way across the country for our summer visit. When we were home for the summer, I would also run a card class, so that meant bringing everything I would need for that. Usually, it involved a tote full of crafting goodies. I got REALLY good at packing, and using up every inch of space. If you're going on a road trip, want something to keep you busy while you wait for an appointment, or just need something for a rainy (or too hot) day, a grab and go kit is the way to go!  Check out the video to see everything that went into my kit.  Now, the absolute easiest way to accomplish this is with one of the Kit Collection kits- it includes everything you need, and the only extras you might want to tuck into the box is a stamp block, and pair of snips. Paper Pumpkin is also a great on-the-go kit, and with the first kit you get, you'll ...

I've been in a bit of a red and white mood this week... today, I decided I needed to play with Poppy Parade, and the Painted Poppies stamp set.  The two cards were both done with Poppy Parade and Memento Black ink, and Black Matte Dots. Check out the video here to see how I did it! Shopping list: Poppy Parade cardstock Basic White cardstock Poppy Parade ink Memento Black ink Black Matte Dots Stampin' Seal Painted Poppies stamp set Prized Peony stamp set (sentiment) Forever Fern stamp set (sentiment)  

I issued a colour question on my Facebook page the other day, and it was even, so I decided to do something with both colours! Check out the Facebook Live video here . The first card was done using the Prized Peony Stamp set. The image was stamped in Versamark on Cherry Cobbler, and embossed with clear embossing powder. The corners were rounded with the Detailed Trio Punch, and adhered onto a 4 1/4 x 5 1/2" piece of Very Vanilla cardstock. The sentiment was stamped in Memento Black.  The second card was stamped using Smoky Slate, on a piece of 4 x 5 1/4" Very Vanilla cardstock and then heat embossed with clear embossing powder. It was coloured using Calypso Coral and Old Olive watercolour pencils, and blended with the blender pen. The Detailed Trio punch was used for the corners, and the sentiment was stamped with Smoky Slate. It was layered onto a 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 piece of Calypso Coral cardstock.  Thanks for reading! Happy crafting!