Crazy Quilt Card

June 11, 2015February 9, 20232 Comments

I am fascinated by quilts. Old ones, new ones, it doesn’t matter…

I love all the colors and patterns.

I once thought I might enjoy making a quilt.

But… I knew I’d never have the patience to finish the job. (So I quit before I even started.)

I recently received some new stamps and inkpads from Ann Butler Designs and

Clearsnap to use for a Blog Hop with a few other designers.

The stamps I received are quilt themed stamps and the Crafter’s ink is perfect for fabric, wood and

more. Being a paper crafter… my first thought was a quilt card. (Now that’s a quilt I can make.)

Quilt Card Supplies Used:

ColorBox® Background Basics by Ann Butler Basket 1 and Picnic 1
ColorBox Crafter’s® by Ann Butler Canyon, Ocean Breeze, Desert Sand, Evergreen, Deep Woods
Blender Basics Paper Pack from Adorn It

Here’s how I made the card:

Cut 1″ squares from the pre-stamped colored paper. Make extra so that some of them can be cut in 1/2 diagonally. I stamped the “basket” stamp several times on a 5 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ piece of paper to create my background piece.
I made a 5″ x 5″ scored grid to glue my 1″ squares on. You don’t necessarily need to make a grid; you could actually glue it right onto the background piece. I found it easier to arrange and re-arrange my squares on the grid before gluing. It also helped me keep the squares straight when gluing.
Once pattern is glued down, create secondary pattern by adding cut 1/2″ squares.
Adhere quilt card onto 5 1/2″ stamped square and additional layers. Finished card is 6″ x 6″.

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Bon Voyage Vacation Album with Canvas Corp Brands

June 9, 2015September 14, 20172 Comments

My Vacation Bon Voyage album uses a lot of fun papers and embellishments from

Canvas Corp Brands Bon Voyage Collection. The album was made using the Banner Board Kit

covered with various scrapbook paper.

To make “Our Vacation” stand out, I glued the words from the scrapbook paper onto a piece of chipboard and cut around the oval. I used black ink around the edges of the chipboard. I did the same with the “Carte Postale”. This gives the album dimension and added interest.

I love using the Paris Charms and simply tied the Eiffel Tower (with added jump ring) onto the ribbon.

I created an extra page for the book using a black fluted paper and cardstock. I decorated the page with additional paper, cut outs and a cute little 3″ x 3″ cream envelope. The bathing beauty comes from the American Vintage: Vintage Photo’s pack.

Sue’s Fussy Cutting for Beginners

May 29, 2015October 9, 2015Leave a comment

What is Fussy Cutting you ask?

Fussy Cutting is a quilting term meaning: the selective cutting of a fabric based on a particular element or design. To cut pieces of fabric so that a particular part of the printed design is centered or featured.

Scrapbookers and Paper Crafters have adopted the term using it to select and cut around specific images on a printed paper.

When I fussy cut, I look for larger, whole images that are easy to cut out. You’ll need to have a good, sharp pair of scissors with a fine tip so you’ll be able to cut smaller detailed images. For layering, my favorite thing to use is thin 3D foam mounting squares from Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L.

Above is a picture I created using Hot Off the Press Artful Watercolor collection. The paper pack comes with two sheets of each design.

Below is the framed picture broken down into sections.

I used a second sheet of the scrapbook paper (with the large white flower) and cut along the design to create a pocket. The pocket was inked with brown ink to make it stand out more.
I added my daughter’s picture right at the top of the pocket. I cut post cards from a another sheet from the collection and inserted into the pocket covering the bottom of the picture. The picture and postcards are secured into place with my double adhesive tape.
I cut out two white flowers from the floral scrapbook sheet from the collection. Cut close around the image. I gave the flowers shape by rubbing the back of the flower with a large ball stylus tool on a soft foam or rubber surface. Adhere the flowers together with a thin foaming mounting square.
Cut the center only from two additional flower images. Round the centers (step #3). Adhere to the center of the white flower using a small thin foam mounting squares.
Place finished picture into the floating beveled frame. Mount layered flower on top the large white flower that is under the glass.

Close up of the flower. Maya Angelou Quote in a 4 x 6 clear acrylic frame.

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How to make a Farm House Kitchen Recipe Book

May 26, 2015January 21, 20211 Comment

The Farm House Kitchen Recipe Book

was made using papers and embellishments from Canvas Corp Brands Farm House Kitchen line.

This recipe book is a fairly easy but still detailed, I’ve included lots of photos and instructions

so you can make one for yourself. If you have any questions on the project please leave them in

the comments and I will answer them as soon as I can. Enjoy!

Designed by Sue Eldred for Canvas Corp Brands.

Canvas Corp Brands Products:

CCP2868 Black & Ivory Fleur De Lis Reverse
CCP2609 Black & Ivory Ribbon Stripe
CCP2745 Black & Ivory Pin Dot
CCP2785 Little Black Pages on Ivory
CCP2631 Black & Ivory Bon Appetit (2 sheets)
CCP2845 General Store On Ivory
CCP2829 Black & Ivory Zig Zag
CCP2844 Bake & Can Recipe Cards (3 sheets)
CCP2817 Journal Lines on Ivory
Black Corrugated Paper
12717 Charms Kitchen
Cream Cord
Silver Jump Rings

Additional Products Used:

Chipboard
Black Cardstock
Dbl. Stick Tape Runner
Bind It All & Coil
Black Foam Mounting Squares
1/16” hole punch

Finished Book: 7 1/2” x 8 3/4”

Inside Pages: 7 1/4” x 8 3/4”

Cut two pieces of chipboard 7 1/2” x 8 3/4”.
Cut one piece of Fleur De Lis paper 8 1/2” x 9 3/4” for the front cover and one piece of Black and Ivory Zig Zag 8 1/2” x 9 3/4” for the back cover.
Generously apply adhesive to the back of the scrapbook paper, make sure to go to the edge of the paper. Lay and center the cut chipboard onto the back of the paper.
To make mitered edges: Cut at a diagonal a triangle off each edge of the four corners of the scrapbook paper. Leave approx. 1/8” space between chipboard when cutting. (tip-save triangles to cover edges if corners don’t meet.

5. Fold over and adhere each edge to the reverse side of the chipboard. Repeat with the second piece of chipboard and scrapbook paper. Rub with bone folder for better adhesion.

6. Cut two pieces of Black & Ivory Bon Appetit paper 7 1/4” x 8 1/2” and adhere to the inside of the album.

7. Decorate the front cover with a 1 1/2” strip of Black and Ivory Ribbon Stripe paper and a 1” strip of Black and Ivory Pin Stripe paper.

8. Cut two pieces of black corrugated paper, 4 1/2” x 6 1/2” and 1” x 6 1/2”.

9. Cut and the 4” x 6” section with the word “inspire” from the Little Black Pages on Ivory paper and adhere to the 4 1/2” x 6 1/2” piece of black corrugated paper.

10. Punch three small holes on the 1” strip of black corrugated paper and hang kitchen charms with silver jump rings.

11. Glue on top of “inspire” paper.

12. Tie White Cord around layers and adhere to the front of the album.

13. For the Inside Pages: Cut several pieces of black cardstock 7 1/4” x 8 3/4”.

14. Cut and add recipe cards from the Bake and Can Recipe Cards paper to your book.

15. Decorate your pages with additional strips of paper and cut outs from the General Store on Ivory paper.

16. Bind the Farm House Recipe Book with the Bind It all Machine and coils.

Disclaimer: This project was created for and sponsored by Canvas Corp Brands.

The Cooker Guy

May 21, 2015June 6, 2019Leave a comment

Another fun kid friendly project with one of my favorite helpers. The Cooker Guy!

Kids love helping in the kitchen and this guy’s no exception. Whenever he catches me

working on something in the kitchen, a scooting chair is soon to follow.

I’ve been told several times, “Grandma you need a kid apron for me.”

So… I decided we should make a special one just for him.

I purchased a small apron from Canvas Corp Brands.

They call it a Toddler Apron, but it’s plenty big enough for this 4 year old.

We misted and sprayed the apron with various colors of Glimmer Mists from Tattered Angels.

We also used a couple of stencils to create designs on the apron.

Personally, I think it looks more like a Art Apron than a Chef Apron.

But really? Who’s to say? He’s happy and that’s all that matters.

To make this apron special I used these really nice iron-on embroidered letters I received from

I used the Funky Style Hobo Font in white.

I like getting the letters in white so that I can customize them any color I want.

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I asked Nick what he wanted his apron to say and he choose the words “Cooker Guy.”

Here’s my happy “Cooker Guy”, doing what does best. Helping out.

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Creating a Keepsake Memory Box with Decorative Trimmings

April 23, 2015February 9, 20238 Comments

I recently got a beautiful assortment of ribbons and trims from Decorative Trimmings to use

on a special project. It was hard choosing which trims I wanted to use, because their selection

is wonderful. I decided to Create a Keepsake Memory Box.

You know… for all those special little things that you want to keep and remember forever.

A perfect little box to fill with small gifts for Weddings, Mother’s Day, Bridal or Baby Showers.

Or maybe old love letters from your husband. (Hmmm… I’d need a bigger box.)

For my Keepsake Memory Box and Tag I used three of the trims.

1/2″ Pink & White Mini Polar Puff
3/4 Inch Pink Rose Tulle Trim
Chinese Braid White

Paint a large papier mache box with white acrylic paint.
Cover it with scrapbook paper. (I purchased mine from Michael’s.)
Glue the Decorative Trimmings using Beacon Fabri-Tac Permanent Adhesive* (affiliate link)
Stamped greeting is from Serendipity Stamps.

Today’s post is part of a blog hop hosted by Decorative Trimmings.

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How to Make a Garden Butterfly Sign

April 14, 2015October 9, 20151 Comment

How to make a Garden Butterfly Sign.

A fun technique using Black Sign Tags from Deflecto Craft Solutions.

According you my you tube account it’s been 4 years since I made my first video.

I guess it was finally time for my second one. (let me know what you think)

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Eco Friendly Projects with Walnut Hollow and Kunin Felt

April 8, 2015May 28, 201718 Comments

Today, I’ve teamed up with Walnut Hollow and Kunin Felt, both eco friendly companies,

with some fun projects for Spring.

For my projects I used Walnut Hollow’s: (*affiliate links)

To start, I gave all the wood pieces a light sanding with a fine grit sandpaper.
I painted all three pieces with FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Furniture & Craft Paint in Sheepskin*
Using removable painters tape, I masked off the area on the hinged sign that I wanted for the chalkboard. I painted it with Martha Stewart Crafts Multi-Surface Chalkboard Acrylic Craft Paint*.
To add light pink stripes on my pieces, I mixed Sheepskin Chalk paint with FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Furniture & Craft Paint in Imperial*.
Once all the pieces were dry, I gave them another light sanding for a slightly distressed look.
I die-cut flower and letter shapes using Rainbow ClassicFelt™ in Baby Pink, Candy Pink, Fushia, Neon Green and White.

I added Eco-Friendly tableware consisting of Bio-degradable cutlery and Bamboo plates.

Did you know?

Walnut Hollow has always been a huge advocate of environmental sustainability within the art, craft and hobby industry. Walnut Hollow has a strong commitment to environmental initiatives by preserving natural resources through their raw material consumption practices, production processes and recycling activities as well as maintaining an active involvement in the community.

Kunin Felt is made from Eco-fi,^® a high-quality fiber made from 100% post-consumer recycled and BPA-free plastic bottles.

Earth Day is April 22nd. Let’s make a difference.

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Simply Beautiful Handmade Flower

April 6, 2015February 27, 20205 Comments

Learn how to make a Simply Beautiful Handmade Flower in a few easy steps.

To make the flower you’ll need: (*affiliate link)

4 different sizes of a Daisy Punch (Marvy Uchida)
Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist: Icicle Blue
Beacon Fabri-Tac Permanent Adhesive*
White Cardstock
Small Adhesive Pearl
Small Leaves Punch
Spellbinders S4-414 Nestabilities Captivating Squares Die Templates*

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Directions:

Punch 3 daisies from each one of the punches for a total of 12 punch outs.
Using the end of a pencil or skewer, round each of the petals up.
Turn the punched shaped over and press down into the center.
Glue two of the largest flowers together slightly off centered. Add the third flower.
Continue adding and gluing the next size flower and glue on top. Repeat with the third size.
Pinch the smallest flowers up tight and stagger and glue onto the center of the flower.
Spray the finished flower with Glimmer Mist until you get the desired shade of color.
Once the flower is dry add a small adhesive pearl in the center of the flower.
Create card using Captivating Squares shapes and layers misted with Glimmer Mist

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Glittered Bunny Egg

March 25, 2015March 25, 2018Leave a comment

Are you ready for Spring?

Warm Weather, Pretty Flowers and Sweet Little Bunnies and Easter Eggs.

My project today is a Sweet Glittery Little Bunny made from a Smoothfoam Egg.

To Make the Glittered you’ll need: (*affiliate links)

Smoothfoam Egg*
Smoothfoam Craft Sheet*
Craft Knife* and Craft Cutting Mat*
Sanding Block* or File
Small White Pom Pom
Craft Glue*
Mod Podge*
Cream Paint, Paintbrush
Glitter
Small Heart Brad, Brown Micro Brads, Pink Paint Pen, Fine Black Marker

Cut two bunny ears from the smoothfoam sheet
Lightly sand Smoothfoam egg and bunny ears.
Glue ears onto Smoothfoam egg.
Paint with cream paint. Paint inside of the bunny ears pink.
Cover the entire bunny with a thin coat of mod podge and sprinkle with glitter.
Insert micro brads for the eyes and heart brad for the nose.
Draw small mouth with fine black marker.

This project was created for and sponsored by Smoothfoam.

*Disclosure: This blog uses ads and affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!