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I recently found a post online from someone who had written a note to self, left it in her drawer for a year, then dug it out to see if she had fulfilled the goals and ideas that she had recorded in that note. When I came across this postal notebook, I...

It’s no secret that I’ve been bitten by the melt-and-pour soap bug. I love quick and easy projects that I can make for myself or to give to a friend. While going through my craft supplies the other day, I noticed I had just a bit of white...

I love the new Tim Holtz Pocket Cards! They are so versatile and come in an assortment of sizes. However, I found them to be a bit masculine and monochromatic. In an effort to add a pop of color and make them feel more girly, I paired them with...

With just a handful of supplies and these striped Middy Bitty Bags, you can make the perfect treat bags for a 4th of July party. 4th of July Goodie Bags Project Directions Stamp star onto white cardstock with black ink. Cut out. Fill striped Middy...

When I went to Paris a few years back, I was mystified by the city’s ability to blend the old and the new. Street artists lined the sidewalks painting everything from graffiti-inspired works to the classic plein air paintings of historical...

I usually try to incorporate something a bit “loud” into my outfits. Sometimes I’ll wear a bright, quirky pattern or an unexpected pop of color, but lately I’ve found myself drawn to big and bold necklaces. As much as I’d...

https://stampington.com/art-stampsThe Cavallini & Co. vintage postcards reminded me of vintage crate labels with their stunning illustration and vibrant colors. I decided to pair the postcards with a waxed bag filled with wildflower seeds. For an...

I buy old books at estate sales, thrift stores, and flea markets. There is just something so alluring about a handsome embossed cover and softly mellowed paper. So many possibilities lie hidden within the pages. When I see a tattered antique book in need...

While experimenting with packaging ideas for our new bath and body products, I combined an assortment of salts and herbs to see what worked best together. Epsom salt glitters with color when mixed with lavender and rose buds. Chamomile offers the perfect...

Inspiration can be a funny thing. It can be fickle and fleeting, and as artists, we learn to flow with its ebbs and flows over time. While the process never gets easier, I have learned to accept what I can't change. This might mean that a project I once...

It is through wandering that I explore. It is through wandering I get to engage, seek, and discover. By wandering I am able to discover the beauty of life — be it through words, nature, lyrics, or art. I’ve found that there is always...

I used to be an avid journaler, but after spending my days writing articles and letters from the editor, I’m usually fresh out of ideas when I sit down to write for myself. I’ve been itching to get back into it and realized I needed to take a...

Stampington & Company is thrilled to share this project, by Guest Artist Dina Wakley, which features Dina's new scribbly birds on branches stamps. "A little birdie told me” is one of those phrases that no matter how many times I hear it, I...

I’ve always wanted to try my hand at making soaps but the process always seemed so intimidating and dangerous. I’m all about quick and easy projects, so I put my dreams of soap-making aside. Then, as I was working on previous issues of Willow...

Who doesn't like a nice soak in the bath? That's why I was so excited to see that The Shoppe at Somerset now carries these large tea bags. In under 10 minutes, you can serve up a handmade sampler of aromatic options that look and smell like they are...

I love adding layers and texture to most of my projects, though the challenge comes when paint or texture paste aren’t involved. However, I found a way to embellish these rustic, yet chic cards with just a handful of supplies. I, of course, had to...

Journals make great gifts, but since they are blank slates, they need to be dressed up. This project is a quick way to thoughtfully wrap your next journal gift. The pre-painted ruffle trim adds the look of custom mixed-media painting without actually...

“You have to make room for growth.” It’s a simple sentiment, but it holds some powerful meaning. With every challenge that is overcome, the bad is pushed aside for the new, better you. Dina Wakley Media's new stamp set, Positive Women,...

Dina Wakley's "Maggie" silhouette stencil has been calling to me since she arrived in our office. From her flowing hair to her soft smile, I knew I wanted to use her in my artwork from the moment I saw her. When the time finally came, she vibrantly...

Who doesn’t love sending handmade or handwritten notes? With just a few supplies, you too can create a set of spring-inspired cards to send a quick hello to that person you’ve been thinking about. Sweet Springtime Cards Project...

Mica is too gorgeous of a material to leave in a drawer in your craft room. Adorn your house with this luxurious looking craft supply to enjoy year-round. Mixed-Media Mica Project Directions: Stamp a word onto Vintaj blank. Paint a found feather blue,...

I love nothing more than learning new ways to paint or collage a canvas, which is why I love art books so much. They are a much more affordable way to learn a new technique than a workshop or online class. When Dina’s book, "Art Journal Courage,"...

I find myself always in search of butterflies. For me they hold a personal meaning and symbolism, not only for my uncle who passed away in 2011, but also because of the magnificent transformation they go through from caterpillar to their new being. My...

The other day during an art selection we started talking about these great Amazing Alterables by PaperWhimsy. We’ve had a few artists submit their own versions, and they looked so fun that I just had to give them a try! I’m used to doing most...

We were inspired by Angela Cartwright’s clever little set of stylish ladies — The Unruly Girls Club. These eight delightful gals are as spunky as they are charming, and we knew that they’d be the perfect muses to feature on the cover of...

The Promise of Spring was inspired by the Garden Santos Doll from Paperwhimsy. I chose pale pinks and greens as the main palette, because they’re a good representation of this vibrant and colorful season. The Promise of Spring Project...

With a little washi tape, themed stamps, and lots of love, you can create these simple but sweet mixed-media Valentine’s Day cards. Tuck one in a bouquet of flowers, or hide one in a box of chocolates! These little cards are a darling way to add an...

Create the perfect tiny, treat bag to give to a friend or loved one this Valentine’s Day. These charming bags are pretty and simple, and they’re the perfect DIY project to help add a one-of-a-kind touch to an already special Valentine’s...