Paper Bow Tutorial

I have just returned from the Midwest Scrapbook Expo in Indianapolis.  We had a very busy two days and enjoyed meeting lots of new people.  I had so many requests for the directions to the paper bow and wanted to post the directions ASAP.   The original idea was from a presentation at convention by fellow …

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What a Cutie!!!

I'm leaving for the Midwest Scrapbook Expo tomorrow, but I wanted to leave you with a few "pretty" samples that I will have on display at the expo.  All of the samples use various elements from the new Pretties kit……flowers, rhinestones, hatpins, and pearls…..oh my! This is a 12 x 12 page of my daughter, …

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Guest Stamper: Tiffany Cline

I like to call Tiffany Cline my partner in crime.  We’re both working very hard right now preparing for the Midwest Scrapbook Expo on September 7th & 8th at the Indianapolis Marriott East.  We had a great time at this event last year and we expect this year to be even better!  There will be …

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Chip! Chip! Hooray! I’ve got Blog Candy!

Here is another project that was inspired by a convention presentation.  Carrie Cudney and Lori Olaveson demonstrated a 9" x 9" chipboard calendar with a baby girl theme that would be perfect for recording baby milestones.  I decided to use their layout and design a Christmas countdown calendar with some leftovers from the Winter Bright …

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Boo Boxes

At convention this year, Jaron Winder demonstrated BOO BOXES.   These were so cute, I couldn't wait to try them for myself!  My boxes did not turn out as tall & skinny as his…mine are a little shorter and stubbier, but still cute! I've included step-by-step instructions below.  Feel free to email me at melissa42@msn.com if …

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