Cricut Tag Mini Gift Boxes

I recently received an email from Graphic 45 showcasing mini gift bags using Graphic 45 tags. I loved the idea so much that I created these adorable little tag gift bags using my Cricut Explore Machine and paper scraps for the mini bags. I will be back Wednesday with a video tutorial!

I am in love with these tags made from Cricut cartridges. I am currently filming a video on how to make these mini gift bags and I hope to have it posted on Wednesday.

I wanted this tag to be special, so I hand pieced the inserts to look like a mosaic. I will explain more in my upcoming video.

I love this Cricut tag.

I customized the mini bag to fit this tag and it was so easy to do!

Stay tuned for links and a video! Work is a little crazy this week so I am behind. Too many ideas and too little time. Sound familiar?

Have a great Monday!

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

These sock sheep are too adorable for words! They so make me smile. A special thanks to Craft Passion for the detailed tutorial. Wow!

If you are craving comfort foods without the added calories, this post is for you. I am going to try the Skinny Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese! Yummy!

Great news from My Scrap Chick! All her SVGs are updated to import at the correct size when using Design Space. I can’t wait to try them with my Explore. Click here for a photo tutorial for using My Scrap Chick SVGs with Cricut Design Space. Yahoo!

Tya created this one of a kind telescoping card that I can’t wait to make. Be sure to click here to see the complete tutorial.

Jennifer is one of the most creative people that I know. I love this quick and easy stamping technique.



Thanks for the informative video!

Thanks for visiting and have a Fab Friday!

Tea Bag Holder

On Monday I made a quick and easy card and inserted a tea bag. Last night I saw this amazing video on My Sisters Scrapper and just had to share. I can’t wait to make it!



Ginger is so talented and I love the paper from Graphic 45. Beautiful!!

I am currently working on two videos and should have one ready to post next week. I hope you are having a wonderful week!

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday. I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy cards or projects that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

I purchased the card file (#47201) from the Silhouette On-line store. I sized it so I could attach a real tea bag to the inside of my card.

Next use your favorite tag and size it to fit. I used a file (#50939) from the Silhouette on-line store. I wanted a rounded tag instead of the one that came with the card file. The stamp is from my stash.

The paper is from Anna Griffin, including the metallic paper. I love how her papers coordinate with all her kits. I even used a gold sticker from one of her card kits! I added some rhinestones and was done. Super easy!

My tea bag fits perfectly. I am giving the card and a tea bodum to my friend for a just because gift!

Have a great Monday!

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.

Being organized starts with goal setting. Today I want to share a free printable from I Heart Organizing to help us all get more organized.

I am so excited to print this colorful goal planner!

Click here for more free printables from Jen.

Jen also has complete planners for sale in her Etsy shop. They are gorgeous!

Have a wonderful time goal setting!

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

Be sure to visit the Hero Arts blog for a tutorial on two color stenciling. These cards are stunning!

Click here to see 30 yummy recipes for one pot meals.

Check out this new springtime box cards kit from SVG Cuts. It is going to be my all-time favorite!

Be sure to click here to see a tutorial on no line watercoloring.

Be sure to click here for 53 more uses for binder clips. And who does not have binder clips? I am going to try the phone mount for my car.

Thanks for visiting and have a Fab Friday!

The Complete Guide to Cricut Design Space

Melody Lane filmed an amazing video on everything you need to know about Cricut Design Space. If you click here there is a complete index so you can fast forward to the section you want to watch.



Thanks Melody for doing this for us! It took her over a month to do this video and I am so impressed!

Have a great Wednesday! I will be back next week with a new video.

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday. I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy cards or projects that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

I am in love with the new, or at least new to me, Classically Modern Cards Cricut Cartridge.

I used the Special Delivery Image and matching envelope to make this project. I just had to add glitter to the bundle. This card was so easy to make. I love that the envelopes and liners come with the cards. A couple of weeks ago, I did a video on my favorite Cricut envelopes. Please see below if you missed the video the first time around.



Also, be sure to watch Melody Lane’s video on how to size cards and envelopes using Design Space.



Have a great Monday!

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 am a huge fan of home organizing before and afters and this post from BHG has 20 great examples.

This is the coffee cabinet before

This is the after. Click here for 19 additional ideas!

Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day and I will see you tomorrow.

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

A special thanks to my sister Di for sending me this link from DIY Ready. I can’t wait to try some of these great ideas for Washi tape.

I hope you enjoy these low calorie recipes. My favorite is the pumpkin pie steel oats.



Watch the video to learn how to make a pleated skirt fold on your cards!

Be sure to visit the Pinning Mama to download these free printable planner stickers.

My sister also sent me this fun link from Magic Resides Within. This card is stunning! Also enjoy this tutorial on how to shape lilies posted on Heartfelt Creations!



Thanks for visiting and have a Happy Valentine’s Day!

Tag Mini Album Video

Today I want to show you a cute tag mini album that I created. I got the idea from Ginger at My Sister’s Scrapper and modified it using my Silhouette Cameo. You could also cut your own tags or cut them using your Cricut Explore.



I am always inspired by Ginger and love her video on how to make custom sized covers and binding.



I always follow Ginger’s advice when customizing my album covers and bindings. And a special thanks to Kathy Orta for her hidden hinge binding system.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday. I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy cards or projects that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

As most of you know, I am a huge fan of Jamie Cripps and her cutting files for both the Cricut and Silhouette machines. I purchased Jamie’s 3D Ribbon and Washi Tape Storage file (# 47683) from the Silhouette On-line store for this quick and easy project.

Each slot fits a roll of Washi tape or ribbon perfectly, but not so snug that you can't easily get them out.

This project was only two pieces and took less than 10 minutes to make. To make the holder a little more sturdy I lined the bottom of the tray with a piece of card stock. Jamie also has an expandable version of the Washi tape Holder (#555265) that you can purchase.

Have a great Monday and I hope to have a new book video for you on Wednesday.

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

A special thanks to my sister Di for sending me several links and these fonts for today’s Fab Five Five. Di begins her chemotherapy treatment today for ovarian cancer and she is in my thoughts and prayers. Thank Di for all your wonderful links!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! I can’t wait to try some of these yummy breakfast recipes. I think I will start with the Lace Heart pancakes.

This rosette is the perfect gift topper. Click here for more details.

Be sure to visit BHG to get a free pattern for each of these cute candy and food labels.

Click here for some quick and easy Valentine card ideas!

Thanks for visiting and have a wonderful Fab Five Friday!

My Favorite Cricut Envelopes and Liners

I love envelopes and this is my sixth video on different ways to make envelopes. Please check out my YouTube channel. Just type envelope in the search bar to see all of my videos.

I used the Classically Modern Card Cricut cartridge to make quick and easy envelopes.



Making envelopes and liners with the Cricut Explore is so easy. The cutting and scoring is done for you! These may be my favorite envelopes ever!



Be sure to check out Melody Lane’s video on how to size envelopes using the Cricut Explore.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday. I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy cards or projects that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

I am behind on making cards for Valentine’s Day, so I really appreciate the Make it Now Cricut Explore Valentine’s projects!

I purchased the Dimensional Heart Card file and it was so easy to make! I used my glue pen to carefully glue all the layers. I then attached the heart to my card using foam dots for added dimension.

Have a great Monday and I hope to have a new video for you on Wednesday.