Steampunk Album and How to Make a Binding Using Duct Tape

I am beyond thrilled to share this amazing album made by my sister Di!  There are 69 places for photos or for journaling and it took my sister 12 days to complete this gorgeous book that measures 8 x 28 inches when fully opened.

The book is gatefold style (opens from both sides) and has a very intricate binding system and amazing pockets. It even has a waterfall card and much more! It was impossible to take photos that showed all of her amazing details so I decided to show you the entire book in the following video. Also included on the video is a quick demo of how to make a basic binding using duct tape. Next time my sister comes for a visit we will make a detailed video on how she made this incredible book.

The camera lens is really a mini book. Wow! Most of the papers are from the Graphic 45 Steampunk Debutante collection and DCWV La Crème collection. In addition, she used several free graphics from GraphicFairy.com and Tim Holtz Idea-ology elements. This is only a one page, sneak peek from her amazing book. You won't believe how many hidden pages there are in this book. Be sure to watch the video below to see the entire project, including how to make a basic binding using duct tape. You will love her book!



A special thanks to my sister for sharing her amazing work with me. Also my sister would like to give a special shout out to Cynthialoowho’s YouTube channel for her video on how to make a binding using duct tape! Also a special thanks to Anne from Annes Papercreations for all her inspiration!

Have a great day.

Linda

Valentine Crackers

This may be my favorite Valentine’s Day kit from SVG Cuts ever! I know I keep saying that, but the kits keep getting better! I love the idea of making valentine crackers for quick and easy gifts or to add to my table. These are so easy and each cracker is only one piece. Yahoo!

 

My goal is to make 8 of these before Valentine’s Day so I better get busy. I used double-sided paper from the new Lovebirds Collection from Doodlebug designs. I love that collection and it even comes with a sticker sheet.

I can’t wait to give these as gifts. So cute!

This adorable box is also part of the Sweets for My Sweet kit. Mary did a great job designing this kit and making this adorable candy box. Click here to see more of this kit.

Be sure to stop back Wed for a fun surprise! Hint….it involves my sister and it is amazing!

Welcome to Simply Organized Sunday…SOS for short. Every Sunday I showcase blogs, websites or posts that provide innovative approaches to organizing and designing your craft space as well as other areas in your home.

I saw this photo on Pinterest and had to share this amazing project designed by Andrea from Bubblewrapp’d.

At first this looks like a decorated frame, but wait…

Now it is a craft storage chest for paints or anything you want it to be...

And it is a work table!  I so want my hubbie to make one for my Cuttlebug folders and my Cuttlebug.

Click here for a detailed tutorial. Amazing!

Now a quick announcement. SVG Cuts just released their latest kit and it is so adorable that I am doing a happy dance. Or should I say a country dance?

I can see this boot in pink papers too!

I love this card and it is a perfect for a boy! I am always looking for masculine cards.

Click here to see more photos and tutorials of their latest release. This may be my favorite western kit ever!!

Thanks for visiting and I hope you are having a wonderful weekend!

Linda

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday! A special thanks to my sister, Di for telling me about Anne’s amazing blog, Annes Papercreations.

 

Anne made this entire Tim Holtz storage tower from chipboard. She even made a glass door

On this side there are drawers, shelves and room for rulers.

Can you believe on this side there is even a section for holding 60 ink pads? Her carousel has four sides. Anne also has a video showing her amazing work and you can find detailed directions including lots more photos on her blog. You just have to watch the video to believe this work of art! Wait until you see the shutter/curtain that covers the ink pad section. I am totally speechless and I am never speechless just ask my friends and family!

To see the best tutorial ever on how to color eyes with Copic markers, click here. I am addicted to the Copic blog and you will be too! Be sure to check out their new 3 piece blending sets!

I have two amazing posts to share with you from Paperclipping.com. Click here to see 36 scrapbook pages with backgrounds Noell made from technique-based products such as Distress Inks and Stains, Perfect Pearls, spray mists, paint, stamps, stencils, and masks… Each one is beautiful!

Click here to see Noell’s demo of the new products from Silhouette including double sided adhesive sheets and much more! To see some of the best videos from CHA be sure to visit her blog! More to come about the new Silhouette products!

If you are a Project Life fan, be sure to check out the new Project Life Honey edition from Lori Whitlock. It is adorable!!

Stay tuned, as I have an exciting week planned. My sister sent me an amazing hand-made book that I will feature next week. I am filming a video to show all the amazing details and how to make a binding using duct tape. She is mega talented!!

Thanks for visiting and have a great day.

Valentine Mailbox

I am a huge fan of SVG Cuts and fell in love with their For My Valentine Kit and had to make this adorable mailbox.

I recently purchased the Echo Park Love Story Digital collection and immediately had to use their amazing papers. I used digital papers for everything except the mailbox itself. The red paper is from Bazzill and it matches perfectly. If you have not used digital papers with your Cameo, click here to see my latest video. It is so easy to do and the results are amazing!

I used Word for the sentiment and twine, buttons and rhinestones from my stash. Click here to see a video on how to use Photoshop to add sentiments to your project and here to see a video on how to use Word.

This amazing card file is also part of the For My Valentine Collection from SVG cuts. Click here to see the entire kit. You are going to love this kit!

Thanks for visiting and be sure to stop back for a fun Fab Five Friday!

Linda

Using Digital Paper with your Silhouette Cameo

I posted this yesterday on Samantha Walker’s blog and I could not wait to share it with you. It is such an honor to be on her design team!

I love Samantha Walker’s designs from the on-line Silhouette store and her amazing digital papers.  In today’s video tutorial, I demonstrate how to use digital paper with your Silhouette Cameo and how to make this cute card. On the video, I also demonstrate how to do a printer bleed so your print and cut designs come out perfect every time!



I love the versatility of this design.  All you need to do is change the paper and sentiment and you could use this card for almost any occasion! 



I used Samantha Walker’s  Blossom  Mega Kit for my project.This mega kit contains 8 textured solids, 8 floral themed papers in Pink tones, 9 floral papers in oranges and browns, and 8 deliciously sweet floral themed digital papers in the aqua tones. It also contains 140+ Blossom elements. In addition to the regular versions of the elements, there are embossed versions of most of the elements as well. I used the pinks, but can’t wait to use the aqua tones.

Have a wonderful day!

Linda

Simply Organized Sunday

Welcome to Simply Organized Sunday…SOS for short. Every Sunday I showcase blogs, websites or posts that provide innovative approaches to organizing and designing your craft space as well as other areas in your home.

Are you ready for the most unique room design ever featured on Better Homes and Gardens' web site.

This would make a perfect guest room/craft room!

I am in love with this concept. Amazing!

If you want to see another amazing craft room tour, click here to visit Craftaholics Anonymous. This is truly a dream craft room. I love it and so will you.

Thanks for visiting! Linda

Welcome to Fab Five Friday!

I am in love with this adorable card made by Corri from Bug Lover Cards. She used the Cricut Wrap It Up Cartridge for the adorable candles! Be sure to visit her blog, you will not want to leave! 

Guess what? It is Silhouette week at American Crafts Studio. Be sure to check out all the amazing posts for inspiration! I love American Crafts!  

I did a happy dance when I saw the new Mod Podge melt and molds! You are going to love these. Click here to see Cathie and Steve’s post and tons of photos. Yahoo!

You all know that I am a huge Bo Bunny fan and love their products! Click here to see their new Misc. Me Life Journal. I love the concept!

I would like to thank Valerie for letting me know about Skinnytaste.com. I am on my second week of Weight Watchers and I love this site! Be sure to check out her Crock Pot Italian Sloppy Joe. Yum! Did I mention that I am loving Weight Watchers?

Thanks for visiting and have a great day.

Jackson and Mila

As you may know, we went through a difficult time in September when we lost my crafting buddy Izzy from epilepsy. We were determined to wait awhile before getting another cat, but encouragement from my sister, niece, and sad looks from our remaining cat Jackson convinced us to start looking for another kitten. Jackson looked lost without Izzy. As luck would have it, our local animal shelter had a cute little black and white furball that seemed to be saying, "take me home". It was love at first sight for both my husband and myself.

I posted several photos on my blog of Mila and Jackson in October and decided to use some of those photos for a Photoshop class. This page combined several lessons from the Photoshop Friday series including how to make my own paper using a shape, in this case a diamond. I still have so much to learn!

I am pleased to report that Mila and Jackson are now closer than ever! They sleep together, play together and wash each other. And create havoc in my craft room which I love! I am so grateful to have them both.

Have a great day and be sure to stop back for Fab Five Friday.

Happy Valentine’s Day Card

Last year I made this adorable valentine for my husband and thought I would share it with you again. It is called a heartstring card because you pull on the string to reveal a hidden message. Here is the link in case you want to make one. This card does not require a cutting machine and is so easy to make!



I love the look of the card closed. It just looks like a simple valentine, but .....



...pull the string to open it...



…then a valentine’s message is revealed!

Thanks for visiting…. I am working on some new valentine projects and new videos and hope to have them posted soon! I just can’t seem to shake this virus and I am a bit behind! Yikes!

Simply Organized Sunday…SOS

Welcome to Simply Organized Sunday…SOS for short. Every Sunday I showcase blogs, websites or posts that provide innovative approaches to organizing and designing your craft space as well as other areas in your home.

Before we get started I want to let you know about a Silhouette sale that is going on. Silhouette accessories are 40% off! That includes their blades and mats too! Click here to go to their web site and enter the code BOUTIQUE at checkout to receive the discount! I am going to stock up on blades and mats!

Are you ready for a makeover?

Here is Christy’s before photo.

Christy from Itsy Belle did a great job with her craft room makeover and I am particularly in love with the gold chevrons. Be sure to visit her blog for more details and photos.  I so need to make a trip to Ikea.

Thanks for visiting! Linda

Fab Five Friday……. CHA and New Year’s Resolution Time!

Welcome to Fab Five Friday! Before we get started I would like to thank everyone who took the time to enter the Martha Stewart glitter giveaway and to announce the winner, Houses Built of Cards.

Houses Built of Cards said...
Sorry you're not feeling well!!! LOVE the glitter! Neon is something that I thought I wouldn't really enjoy, but I have been surprised by how fun it is! So...I just want to try lots of new things this year!

Congrats! Please email your address to lkaisermt@gmail.com so I can send you the glitter. Remember you have two weeks to claim your prize.

I am in love with this tag made with Graphic 45 papers. Click here to view the post and to download the project instructions. Wait until you see their new products for the 2013 Craft and Hobby Association show (CHA). My favorite is their Secret Garden Collection and it truly stunning!

Speaking of CHA, be sure to check out my favorite sneak peek site, Scrapbook Update! I love how they showcase all the new products. This is my must visit CHA site! CHA starts today and I can’t wait to see all the new products!

Click here to see tons of Pinterest boards dedicated to CHA 2013. Be sure to grab a drink, because it could take hours to see them all. Did I mention that I love Pinterest?

One of my goals for 2013 is to lose weight. I decided to go back to Weight Watchers and I love the new plan. I am a lifetime member and used to be a WW leader. I have always been a huge fan and their new 360 program is even better! At the meeting, I bought their kit for $34.99 and love it! Great ideas and recipes! 

Speaking of New Year’s Resolutions be sure to check out the Slender Kitchen for amazing low calorie recipes. There is even a free WW points plus calculator.

Lastly, I would like to share another of my favorite low calorie food sites, Hungry Girl. Next week I promise to link only to craft sites, but so wanted to share some of my favorite food sites with all of you. I own several of her cookbooks and love them. If you are on Weight Watchers, Lisa includes the Points Plus values on all her recipes. I love her site!!

Have a FABULOUS Fab Five Friday and please stop back on Sunday for Simply Organized Sunday (SOS) to see a fun new makeover.

Samantha Walker Blog Hop!

Welcome to the Samantha Walker Creative Crafters Team Blog Hop!

If this is your first time visiting Paper Boutique welcome and please take a few minutes and look around. If you like what you see, please sign up as a follower over on the left and like my Facebook page too. Don't forget to enter my Martha Stewart Glitter Giveaway by clicking here.

You should have arrived here from Guiseppa's My Creations blog if this is your first stop, be sure to head over to Samantha Walker's blog to start at the beginning!

 

This month one lucky winner will receive the fabulous...

Spellbinders Botanical Swirls and Accents Dies

AND be sure to look extra closely at Step #4 to learn how you can get this FREE SVG and Silhouette Studio file:
 

 

To enter, just leave a comment on Samantha's blog during January 9th through January 13th. The winner will be announced on Samantha's Facebook page on Monday, January 14th. 

For additional entries:

1. Receive an additional entry for commenting on each of the other blogs in the blog hop.

2. Go here and follow Samantha Walker's blog 

3. Follow her on Facebook

4. Sign up for an e-mail subscription to Samantha's blog and you will automatically receive a link to a free SVG cutting file that you can download and use on your personal electronic cutter. If you are already a subscriber, just enter in your information in the secure form on Samantha's blog!  The free files will be e-mailed early next week!

To receive the additional entries and get the free files, mention in your comment on Samantha's blog that you have done so! 

WOW, that is 17 chances to win!

And now for my contribution to the blog hop...

I thought it would be fun to use Samantha’s Artisan Checkbook Style Mini-album Silhouette cut to help me with my New Year’s Resolutions to lose a few pounds and exercise more.

I used Word to design tables that looked like checkbook registers to keep track of my progress. Why not have fun while working on those resolutions? I glued the inserts back to back for added stability, but you can simply staple them in the center to make a quick project.

Samatha’s cut file is so versatile and can also be used to keep a food diary, or used as a mini album. The possibilities are endless! She also has two additional checkbook designs that you will want to check out by clicking here and here.

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  

Click on the image below to head over to  Jennifer's Hydrangea Hippo blog.



Click on the logo to go to your next stop!



Happy Hopping!

More Digital Scrapbooking

I recently posted several photos on my blog of our annual Christmas candy making party and decided to use those photos for a Photoshop class. This page combined several lessons from the Photoshop Friday series including how to make a photo grid and using tone on tone effects. I have so much to learn!

I loved taking Jessica Sprague’s Photoshop Friday 2012 version. This version is no longer available; however she has a number of amazing classes scheduled for 2013. And I just found out she is going to have a Photoshop 2013 series! Yahoo!! I so recommend her classes and hope to share more layouts with you in the near future.

Be sure to stop back Wednesday for my first Samantha Walker Blog hop! I made a fun project that is perfect for the New Year!

Simply Organized Sunday

Welcome to Simply Organized Sunday…SOS for short. Every Sunday I showcase blogs, websites or posts that provide innovative approaches to organizing and designing your craft space as well as other areas in your home.

I hope you all had a wonderful New Year celebration! And don't forget to enter my Martha Stewart Glitter giveaway by clicking here.

I know I am a little obsessed with ribbon storage ideas….I just can’t help myself and get excited when I see creative ways to store ribbon.

Helena from Craft and Creativity uses Tic Tac containers to store some of her ribbon. Very creative!

Click here to see a step by step tutorial and more ribbon storage tips. She evens has a project that uses the Tick Tacs.

Thanks for visiting and I hope you are having a great 2013!

Linda

Fab Five Friday Giveaway

I somehow managed to catch a nasty virus so I am taking a couple of days off from blogging. In the meantime, I thought I would do a quick giveaway. I have a 12 pack of glitter from Martha Stewart to give away that would be perfect for the New Year. Love the neon colors!

To enter to win the glitter, please leave a comment under this post telling us what crafting projects you have planned for the New Year. To be eligible, you need to be a subscriber/follower of my blog. You can sign up over on the left side of this blog (if you are not there already). For two chances to win, please join my Facebook page by clicking here and leave an additional comment on this post that you liked my page.

I plan to learn more about Photoshop and use the software to make digital scrapbook pages. Now it is your turn to leave a comment telling us what projects you have planned for the New Year. The winner will be picked at random using the random number generator and will be announced on Friday January 11th The giveaway closes at midnight on January 10th, so be sure to enter by then. You will love her glitter! Now back to bed.

Linda

Digital Scrapbooking…..My First Attempt!

One of my New Year’s Resolutions is to learn how to do digital scrapbooking. I recently completed several on-line Photoshop classes taught by Jessica Sprague and they were amazing!

I enrolled in the Photoshop Top 5 class and made this digital page for one of my projects. Guess what? This class is free! I learned so much from this free series that I decided to take her Photoshop Friday 2012 version. This version is no longer available; however she has a number of amazing classes scheduled for 2013. I so recommend her classes and hope to share more layouts with you in the near future.  The layout features our nephew Ryan and his son Landon! 

Stay tuned for a fun new Fab Five Friday and I hope you have a wonderful new year!