Posted by scrapbook on June 28, 2010 under Albums, Animals, Baby, Dimensional Stickers, Embellishments, Idea, Stickers, Tools | 
What an ADORABLE mini album! Baby mini albums have always been my favorite, and this new Making Memories line is PERFECT for creating an adorable album for your little one. The new line is called Pitter Patter. We carry tons of brads, stickers, and other embellishments that coresspond with this line, but putting them all together is the fun part! I have the instructions typed below, or you can click on the picture below to see the orginals!! Heather made this album while at CHA, and ever since we’ve had this line in its been flying off the shelves. We thought that this mini album would be a good source of ideas, for those who might have been stumped!
Ready, set, scrapbook! Kaitlyn
Items Needed:
Assorted Pitter Patter Papers
Pitter Patter Ribbons and Trims
Felt Stars
Pitter Patter Clear Stickers
Beads
Transparency Sheet
Tools Needed:
Adhesive- liquid or other
Bone Folder
Paper Piercer
Paper Trimmer
Poop Dots
Scissors
Slice Cordless Digital Designer
Slice Cutting Mat
Slice Embossing Kit
Slice MS+ Baby Design Card
Slice Animal Cracker Design Card
Slice-Cutting (Baby Card):
1. insert the Baby design card and cut a 3″ baby onesie on the right side of one of the 6″h x 9″w kraft pieces. Position the slice at the top of the page as shown above. the top edge of the cardstock should be in line with the blue/pink edge of the slice. The right edge of the cardstock shoul dbe in line with the right edge of the label on the back of the Slice.
2. Die-cut the word ‘baby’ at 3″ out of kraft cardstock.
3. die-cut a 3″ baby rattle out of kraf tcardstock and out of solid blue patterened paper preserving text block to use on front cover.
4. Die-cut two 1& 1/2″ hands out of orange newsprint patterned paper. Use the mirror function for one hand. Die cut on FAR left or right side of paper preserving center section.
5. Deboss a 2 1/2″ bow on white or silver metallic paper then use shawdow feature to cut out the bow.
-To do this, place metallic paper facing up on embossing mat. Lightly trace around Slice machine with pencil before debossing. After switchingto the cutting blade and selecting the shadow feature, place slice exactly where you traced. Remember to turn your mat over for the glass & embossing sides!
6.Die-cut a 2 1/2″ heart diaper pin out of kraft cardstock
7.Die-cut a pin using the shadow feature out of orange newsprint patterend paper.
Animal Crackers Card:
1. Insert Animal Crackers card and die cut a 2″ arrow out of blue check patterend paper cutting on FAR left or right side preserving the center section.
2.Die-cut a 2″ star button out of glittered trails patterened paper.
Die-cut a 3″ open scalloped circle out of stars patterned paper,
Embellish Your Die Cuts:
1. Create a shaker box out the baby rattle.
a. Trace circle part of kraft rattle on orange newsprint patterned paper then cut.
b. Cut off handle portion of blue baby rattle. Glue circle portion to rattle on transparency then cut and glue to the kraft side of the blue/kraft rattle.
c. Place thin strips of foam tape all around edge of orange circle.
d. Add white beads inside foam tape.
e. Place kraft/blue/transparency rattle on top of foam tape, making usre all the edges are sealed.
f. Wrap star brad around hangle, tucking prongs up so they are not seen.
2. Paper piece safety pin:
a. Cut heart portion from orange safety pin and adhere to kraft safety pin.
b. Add star brads, tucking prongs up so they are not seen
Assemble Album:
1. Fold six of the nine 6″h x 9″w kraft cardstocks in hald, then die-cut onesie piece.
2. Punch a 1″ hald circle in the top right side on one of the kraft blocks.
3. Adhere to a 6″h x 9″w unfolded kraft piece one hald of one folded block (#1) to the back left side. Repeat the same with the right side (#2) making sure uncreased edges meet in the middle. Reinforce the back section by adhering a 6″h x 9″w to the base creating a seamless black portion.
Left Side Pages of the Album:
1. Adhere a folded blakc (3#) on top of the first block (#1) that was glued to the left side.
2. glue the sides and bottom of the onesie die cut page (#4) to the top folded block (#3), creating a see-through poket page
Right Side Pages of the Album:
1. Take the folded block with the half circle punched out on the right side (#) and glue the LEFT side of the block on top of block #2.
2. Glue the sides and bottom of the half-circle side to another folded block creating a poket page.
The Left and Right Covers:
1. Cut the last 6″h x 9″w kraft block in half and adhere to the front of the book to reinforce.
Add Patterned Papers:
-Cover of Album:
1. Adhere two 5 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w circle patterned papers to the front of the book, centered on each page.
2. Adhere a 2 1/4″h x 3 1/4″w text patterned paper block to the front left of the cover at an angle.
3. Adhere a 6″h x 12″w organge diagonal patterned paper to the back pf the album wrapping around the left and right sides of the book.
-Left Side Pages of Album:
1. Page One: Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w text paper to the center of the page.
2. Page Two: adhere the two 1″h x 4 1/2″w strip deco papers to the page 1/4″ from the to pand 1/4″ from the bottom.
3. Page Three: adhere the 4 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w alpha block paper to the center of the page.”
4. Page Four” Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 2 1/4″w stripe paper to the center of the page. Cut the orange circle paper for the pocket. Glue the sides and bottom to page four, creating a pocket.
-Right Side Pages of Album:
1. Page one: adhere the 5 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w animal paper to the center of the page.
2. Page Two: Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w growth chart patterned paper to the center of the page.
3. Page Three: Adhere tje 5″h x 4 1/4″w stripe patterned paper 1/4″ from the bottom.
4. Page Four: Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 4 1/4″w blue word paper to the center of the page.
-Back Pages Of The Album:
1. cut off the edges of the 5 3/4″h x 12″w Sweet Baby Paper. Cut the right side between the T and E in “Gazette.” Cut the left side between the S and W in “sweet.” Save all the pieces.
2. Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 8 3/4″w Sweet Baby paper to the center of the page.
3. Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 3 1/2″w orange diagonal stripe patterned paper to the left and right pages.
4. Adhere the end pieces of the sweet baby patterned paper to the indise of the left and right pages.
Create Tags:
1. Adhere the 5 3/4″h x 3 1/2″w star patterned paper to a 6″h x 3 1/2″w kraft cardstock.
2. Adhere the 5 1/2″h x 3 1/2″w blue mini check paper to a 6″h x 3 1/2″w kraft cardstock.
3. Adhere the 4 3/4″h x 3 1/2″w orange diagonal paper to a 5″h x 3 1/2″w kraft cardstock.
4. Add a tab to the star tag y cutting two blokcs from the alphabet block apper. Adhere these back to back then adhere to the top of the star tag.
Decorate Your Album:
1.Select stickers and put on solid patterned paper or cardstock then cut out shape and adhere to album.
2. Adhere die-cuts to your album. Use foam tape on shapers for added dimension.
a. “Baby” letters on cover.
b. Baby Rattle on cover.
c. Hands on right page 2.
d. Bow on left page 4.
e. Arrow on right page 4.
f. Scalloped circle on left page 5.
g. Star on right page 5.
h.Heart pin on right page 5.
i. Adhere trim, flet embellishments, button, and photos.
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Posted by scrapbook on June 22, 2010 under Birthday, Card, Embellishments, Flowers, Idea, Tools |
supplies:craft sheet, distress inks, distress reinkers, rock candy distress stickles, heat tool, mini mister, perfect pearls, glossy accents, ink blending tool (ranger); grungepaper, adage tickets (idea-ology); scissors (tonic); pearl bling, holly leaves (prima); script, fabulous flourish stamp (stampers anonymous); #8 tag, glue sick, ribbon
step 1: combine in mini mister, 1 scoop (the end of a craft stick works great) of perfect pearls.
step 2: add 1 dropper full of distress re-inker.
step 3: fill about 3/4 of the way with water.
step 4: shake the contents really well to emulsify the mixture. *you’re ready to go with your own custom pearl sprays. the color combinations are limited only to your imagination.
step 5: die cut (3) 6 petal flowers (i used sizzix flower layers #5) from grungepaper and color them by misting with various pearl sprays.
step 6: repeat until they are saturated in color.
step 7: dry the inked grungepaper with a heat tool.
step 8: ink the edges of the grungepaper flowers with distress ink using an ink blending tool.
step 9: snip between each petal about 1/2†to help the curl later.
step 10: flower #1 make only one cut in between two petals to the center of flower as shown.
step 11: flower #2 completely cut out one petal of the flower all the way to the center as shown. *this will look like a piece of pie.
step 12: flower #3 completely cut out two petals of the flower all the way to the center as shown. * this will look like a butterfly wing.
status: this is what you should have at this point…5 flower pieces
step 13: apply glossy accents to the back of the grungepaper on the petal to the right of the cut line. be sure to spread it out over the entire flower petal as shown.
step 14: wrap the flower into a cone shape overlapping the petal on the left over the glossy accent one on the right and line them up to adhere together as shown.
step 15: apply a paper clip to the overlapped areas allowing the glossy accents to dry completely – this is very important!
step 16: repeat above steps for the other two larger flower pieces creating three flower cones as shown.
step 17: ink the back of the two remaining petals with distress ink using ink blending tool as shown.
step 18: curl in the two top edges of smallest petal into the center with the main color on the outside as shown.
step 19: curl only the top left petal back towards the center of the remaining petal with the main color on the outside as shown.
step 20: the tricky part: flip petal over and roll into itself creating a cone with the curled petal on the outside as shown.
step 21: apply glossy accents to the area of the petal where they overlap as shown.
step 22: hold in place to dry with your fingers by pinching this area together as shown.
step 23: snip the ends from both small petals as shown.
step 24: curl the petals back on the three larger flowers by rolling them towards the center with your fingers as shown.
status: here is what you should have with all three flowers curled – plus the two center pieces.
step 25: snip the ends from all three flowers as shown.
step 26: apply glossy accents into the center of the largest flower and adhere next size flower by nesting it inside and hold to allow glue to set. *i prefer to off-set the petals a bit as shown.
step 27: repeat previous steps for next size flower as shown.
step 28: finish flower by adhering smallest petals inside flower with glossy accents. position center petals as shown until desired look is achieved. *if your rose is too tall, snip some off of the center pieces.
step 29: for the tag, adhere a piece of music paper with a glue stick.
step 30: ink the tag with antique linen and pine needles distress ink using an ink blending tool.
step 31: stamp script with aged mahogany distress ink.
step 32: stamp fab.flourish with walnut stain distress ink and ink the edges with an ink blending tool.
step 33: adhere grunge roses with glossy accents to tag. *here i created a red one too.
step 34: adhere holly leaves with glossy accents.
step 35: finish tag by embellishing with rock candy distress stickles on the tops of the roses, Bazzill bling on the tag, and an adage ticket with my message for the holidays.
Tags: Bazzill, bling, Card, card making, decoration, fun, Gift, Glimmer, grunge, grungeflower, Holtz, Idea, Scrapbook, Scrapbooking, Simple, Tim, tip, Tips
Posted by scrapbook on December 22, 2009 under Holiday, Uncategorized |
While going through my everyday routines, I’ve come across a few very CLEVER and super cute Christmas ideas. They don’t even necessarily have to be used for the holiday, but could be made using a variety of different products from any company. Just a few fun and easy gift ideas to help us get through these last few days!
Enjoy! Kaitlyn
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Imaginisce: Christmas Bows
Made using Imaginisce “Polar Expressions” Ribbon
credit:Â Tomomi Hiramaru
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Bookmark by Penny Smith
Using Imaginisce “Polar Expressions” lineÂ
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Charm
Using Imaginisce “Polar Expressions” lineÂ
Glass Tile Charm Tutorial
1. Choose an image from either scrapbook paper, or one of your personal photos that fits your glass tile.
2. Apply Diamond glaze over the textured side of the glass, place image on the textured side of the glass so you can see the image through the non textured side of glass. Work out air bubbles by applying pressure. Let Dry.
3. Trim any excess paper off with scissors.
4. If your paper is not 2 sided or if you do not like the image on the reverse, use any metallic looking paper stock for the backing of the pendant by applying a thin layer of Diamond Glaze or Mod Podge over the back of the paper or photo you used for the pendant. Apply the metallic paper to the back of your pendant. Let Dry.
5. Apply diamond glaze to the back of the glass pendant to protect it and give it a glossy look. You may also use any sealant that dries clear (it does not have to be diamond glaze.)
6. Attach a stainless steel bail with crazy glue, to the back of pendant. Let dry.
7. Enjoy wearing and getting nice compliments on your unique creation.
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Cocoa Tin Gift Idea
pin.Using Making Memories “Fa La La” line
Here is another gift idea for under $10 that will surely warm your heart. Today Laura Vegas shows us how to make this fun cocoa tin for the holidays.
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Cinnamon stick jar
1. Purchase a jar of cinnamon sticks and peel off the store label.
2. Cut a rectangle from pattern paper using the Slice Basic Shapes design card and adhere to the jar.
3. Use Making Memories’ tiny alpha letter stickers to label the jar “cinnamon sticks.”
4. Tie some string to the top of the jar.
 Cocoa powder pouches and marshmallow pouch
1. Purchase cocoa powder and mini marshmallows and add to clear baggies. Seal shut.
2. Cut a scalloped square from pattern paper using the Slice Basic Shapes design card. Fold in half.
3. Wrap some string around one side of folded square and adhere over the top of the bags.
4. Use Making Memories’ tiny alpha stickers to label what is inside of bag.
 Metal tin box and tag
1. Cut two tag shapes of varying sizes from pattern paper using the Slice Basic Shapes design card. Adhere to each other using pop dots.
2. Using Making Memories’ glitter letter stickers and tiny alpha stickers to put the recipient’s name on the tag.
3. Add a small Fa La La glitter foam tree sticker to the tag.
4. Tie a Fa La La trim around the tin and add the tag using a safety pin.
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Creative Bows
Using Making Memories “St. Nicholas”Â
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As you are preparing your holiday gifts, try this great idea. Make your holiday bows using double-sided paper.
- Cut double-sided paper to 3″ x 12″.
- Cut into 1/2″ x 12″ strips and punch small holes near ends as well as every 3 7/8″ increments.
- Slip end hole of strip onto brad.
- Take next hole on strip, loop up towards brad, twist outward 180 degrees and slip onto brad.
- Repeat for remaining holes and strips, then open prongs of brad to securely hold paper.
- Adjust loops for even spacing.
- If additional loops are desired and first brad is at capacity, use second brad to create additional loops then glue to center of first loop arrangement.
Supplies: Brads, St. Nick paper, and Pebble Brads: Making Memories
Other: 1/16″ hole punch
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Tags: christmas, decoration, Gift, Holiday, Idea, Ideas, Imaginisce, Last, Making Memories, memories, Minute, More, Paper, Scrapbook, Scrapbooking, tip, Tips
Posted by scrapbook on December 18, 2009 under Holiday, Uncategorized |
With Only a Few days left until Christmas, i know we are all frazzled and needing those few last minute gifts. You all know what im talking about, the gifts for the coworker or the neighbor. A Gift you really don’t want to spend a lot of money on, but you want it to look nice. While today i bring you a perfect idea! I came across this the other day and realized it was too good to not share! Making Memories Line Mistletoe is one of my favortie Christmas lines this year, the bright colors make any project pretty and fun, while helping us look back on the memories of the special season. In this project they used the Making Memories Mistletoe line to create a CD holder! Music is something that is dear to my heart, and i know that it can give off the message that you want to give to friends, and family, that you might not otherwise be able to express. And EVERYONE loves new free music 
The instructions are below, along with a link to our store, where you can purchase everything you need to create this project.
Enjoy your holiday season!!
Kaitlyn
Purchase Making Memories “Mistletoe” Products
Follow these easy instructions to create this gift idea.Â
1. Cut two 12†x 5 ½†strips of patterned paper from Making Memories’ Mistletoe collection.
2. Adhere pieces together with the desired pattern on the outside.
3. Lay the adhered piece in front of you lengthwise. Use a bone folder and ruler to create a fold mark at 5 ½†and 11â€
Note: You can add additional strips of paper to the front and back of piece if you want to see more patterns.
4. Trim a 5 ½†x 3 ½†piece of patterned paper. This will be used for the CD pocket. Put adhesive three sides and adhere to the inside of CD holder.
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5. Decorate CD holder as desired.
Tags: christmas, decoration, fun, Gift, Holiday, Idea, Inexpensive, making, Making Memories, memories, Mistletoe!, Using
Posted by scrapbook on December 15, 2009 under Holiday, Uncategorized |
‘Tis the Season…
To start planning for the holidays! And what better way to get started than by displaying cute project ideas using our Polar Expressions collection. Here’s a little something to get your creative juices flowing… we can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Polar Expressions Card & Custom
Hand Sanitizer
This season with all the sickness going around, heres a cute unusual way to add holiday spirit around your house. It would also make a cute classroom gift for any teacher. I love how clever this idea is, and it shows how versatile our favorite hobby is. I also love Polar Expresions and couldnt resist displaying another idea from the adorable line. The instructions are in the link below.
Enjoy!
http://www.swiftpage1.com/CampResource/2T0PYVQPHR0QY1WS/1/text.pdf
Tags: Card, card making, christmas, Custom, decoration, easy, Expressions, Gift, Hand, Holiday, Idea, Imaginisce, Polar, Sanitizer, Scrapbook, Scrapbooking, Simple, tip, Tips
