*This post was updated on July 1, 2016 to include even more tools and resources for paper crafters. If your craft room is overflowing with a plethora of tools, paper scraps, and everyday crafting bric-a-brac, the last thing you want to...
*This post was updated on July...
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Humans have an innate tendency to organize images and design elements into logical groups. The design principle of proximity formalizes this natural inclination and is a valuable tool for helping graphic designers arrange information in a way that can be...
Humans have an innate tendency...
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The fourth of July is only a few short weeks away! How will you be celebrating? If you’re hosting a party or throwing a backyard bash, it’s never too early to start thinking about your party decorations and activities. To help...
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Kraft paper is a long-time favorite for those planning rustic, casual, or whimsical weddings. There’s a misconception that Kraft paper isn’t an appropriate paper choice for more elegant affairs, but if you pair it well with your other décor elements,...
Kraft paper is a long-time fav...
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Wedding season fast approaching! Whether you’re just starting to plan or if your special day is just around the corner, it’s never too early or too late to add a touch of DIY charm to your event – especially if...
Wedding season fast approachin...
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If you feel like the ombré trend exploded overnight, you’re not alone. Ombré effects have been used in select fields for centuries, but nowadays, ombré is used in a variety of creative pursuits, from fashion design and hairstyling to graphic...
If you feel like the ombré tr...
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In Part 1 of our Color Theory blog series, we learned that color theory is a logical system for organizing color and took a closer look at the basic building block of color theory – the color wheel. Seems pretty...
In Part 1 of our Color Theory ...
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Established scrapbookers know that there’s no better way to chronicle your family’s favorite memories than by immortalizing them as a totally unique, personalized work of scrapbooking art. But for those who are new to the art, creating attractive, artistic scrapbook...
Established scrapbookers know ...
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Sometimes, you need your paper projects to pack a little extra punch. Paper texture and print finish are great ways to subtly notch up your printed project’s oomph, but when you need crisp, bright print quality, glossy paper is the...
Sometimes, you need your paper...
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There are many ways to dress up your type design, such as combining typefaces or adjusting styles and sizes, but one of the simplest ways to add some extra oomph to your type is to reverse it. “Reversed type” is simply...
There are many ways to dress u...
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