Not “Crazy Susan,” that’s for sure! Did you guys ever hear of or watch “Tough Cookies” on the Food Network over the summer? If not, you can read about it HERE. My daughter Erica and I fell in love with this show immediately. I grew up in southern New Jersey […]
Yearly Archives: 2011
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Christmas is only three days away! I’m sure you are all sitting around with nothing to do, right? 😉 You have to take the time to whip up a few of these centerpieces! They are so fun to make! If you have glittery paper, it’s even better; however, regular cardstock […]
Most handmade cards are made by using 1/2 sheet of 8-1/2″ x 11″ cardstock. This makes the card end up measuring 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″. (Like the size of an invitation.) One of my clients requested bigger cards this year. Hmmmm….that is a challenge! I’m just so used to making standard-sized cards […]
Here is one final version of the change of address cards. This one is my favorite. It’s also the easiest to make because for the accent pieces, all you have to do is use scraps of coordinating decorative paper. No matter what version you decide to use, I’m sure your family […]
Let’s take a look at another idea you can use for your handmade change of address card. (Or any card, for that matter!) The design for this card was a result of the ‘ole “necessity is the mother of invention” crisis. I only had one red panel left and I […]
If you’ve moved recently, you’ve probably been contemplating sending out change-of-address notices with your holiday cards. My parents moved over the summer, so I came up with this design as a way for them to announce their new address. This is a great card to work on while your watching […]
Here are links to several Thanksgiving projects from over the years. You still have time to whip up some of these for your holiday dinner or for your Thanksgiving day hostess. Let’s take a look. Altered Clipboard HERE Thanksgiving Day Football Party Idea HERE Paper Cake Treat Boxes HERE Falling […]
Here is yet another fabulous Thanksgiving idea made by my bff Nancy. You can use a paper lunch bag to make Thanksgiving party favors. Fill the bag with a pack of hot apple cider and some cookies, and be sure to finish it off by tying on a cinnamon stick. […]
Need a place to show off your crap? (Sorry! I just couldn’t resist!) After you see this elegant mini-scrapbook, you’ll never look at a toilet paper roll the same way again. Just start with some of these: Next, press down on the roll and use a bone folder to crease […]