When the stores pack away their tinsel and replace their Christmas decorations with a profusion of pink, red and white, you know Valentine’s Day is coming. Instead of spending money on the same old store-bought cards, we’ve compiled a list of...
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During the inevitable rush to prepare for Christmas and in the aftermath of the big day, it’s easy to forget about New Year’s. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been planning your NYE bash for months or if you’re simply putting...
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Christmas is only a few short weeks away! Whether you decorate as soon as you take down your Halloween decorations or wait till just before the big day, you can never deck the halls with too many fun festive accents. Last...
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In less than a month, kids and adults alike will don elaborate, carefully designed recreations of their favorite fictional characters, real-life figures, and even punny plays on current events or turns of phrase. Halloween is one of the most popular and commonly...
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Most crafters are familiar with spongey ink pads (and the inevitable dyed finger tips that result from traditional stamping), but crafting inks are available in a number of formats that can each be used to create unique and interesting effects. If...
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It may seem like summer vacation just began, but back to school is right around the corner! Your kids may dread the annual return to their normal school-year routine, but for parents, back to school can be one of the...
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Did you know that “vellum” actually refers to two different types of paper? One is translucent, and the other feels slightly rough to the touch. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at the translucent variety and how you...
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*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...
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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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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...
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