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Simplicity often speaks volumes when inspiration is sought. Journaling cards created with Character Constructions Mannequin Café bring dreams to life and serve as the perfect prompts when stamped onto postcard sized watercolor paper. Tools and...

The simplicity of this project reminded me of a French Bakery! Creating homemade treats is an inexpensive and meaningful gift to give someone special. Adding some baked goods in glassine sleeves is a great way to make the gift extra special - the...

An altered paper mache purseis the perfect holder for a gift, crafting kit, baked goods and so much more. Start by painting the purse (inside and out) with white gesso or white acrylic paint. Allow to dry. Trace the lid design onto the back of two...

Place your cherished photographs in the spotlight with this simple décor project that features an unlikely use for wooden spools. With a quick wash of paint and romantic decorative tape, you’ll be able to showcase a favorite family photo for...

Turn a 7gypsies shadowbox and wooden spools into a decorative jewelry display using a just a few supplies. Start by painting an 8x8 shadowboxwith white gesso and allow to dry. Then paint three spools with the white gesso. Once the gesso has dried, paint...

Begin by painting the pages of the canvas stitched bookwith acrylic paint. I primarily used a light blue and then added some white and teal in various areas to add some interest. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly. Tear pieces of the terminology tissue...

Our clear pockets are perfect for memory albums and journals, but they actually also have plenty of potential for a creative storage solution. If you are a collector of French ephemera, or any kind of ephemera, this idea is perfect for storing those...

This nature-themed found object box is an elegant, feminine way to store unique found items. Shells, rocks, and even insects can be stored in these little boxes. Start by painting the outside box's framewith a light coat of white paint. This will leave...

When I first saw these adorable hangers, I knew they would be ideal for displaying pretty clothes for the little ones. The shabby chic style of the hangers is positively charming and complemented the floral outfits perfectly. To add an extra touch (if...

You can use this creative idea for packaging a teacher’s gift, graduation gift or even a housewarming gift. The box makes an artistic packaging project and can also be reused for creative home décor. Start by painting the larger blank house...

The lucky recipients on your list will love receiving these pretty air mail boxes, and you'll love how quick and fun they are to create! Roughly paint the outside of the boxes with blue and pink acrylic paints. Attach some Papaya Art "You Send Me"...

Start by gluing some vintage book text to the bottom of the cover of a moleskinenotebook. Water down some blue acrylic paint and roughly paint over the cover of the notebook and allow the paint to dry. Stamp the flower from the Garden Melange Trim twice...

To give your cards a bit of shabby-chic flair, tear the edge of one paper to create texture. Layer coordinating papers on top of each other, adhering with double-sided tape. Stamp desired images from the Clearly Impressed Stamp Sheet onto papers using...

Use these mini tins to fill with little treats for favors during the holidays, birthday celebrations, as thank you gifts and more. The adhesive backed fabric sheets make it so easy to quickly alter the outside of a container. You don't have to mess...

Banners don't always have to be big to steal the spotlight. Small banners are perfecting for accenting a door, the back of a chair and much more. Cut out triangle shaped pieces from the fabric sheets, making them just a little smaller than the blank...

Pretty clothespins sets make lovely gifts. Clothespins can be used for securing all sorts of bags or packages, hanging pennants on banners, displaying pictures, as magnets or pushpins and much more. Altering them is super easy with pretty papers and some...

Pam Carriker's new stamps are the perfect way to add some mixed-media flair to your paper crafting projects. I decided to do some quick and easy mixed-media cards using the images of women from Pam's stamp line. Start by misting/spraying some white...

Started by painting the boxesall white with gesso and allow to dry. Trace the top of each box onto the She Art 12 x 12 papers, then cut out the circles and also strips of the same papers to use on the edge of the lids. Glue the circles and all the strips...

I've seen various chalkboard pendant projects on Pinterest recently and think they are really clever. I love the Chalkboard paper stack and thought it would be really fun to use them for a pendant project. The pendants are very easy to create. All you...

I have wanted to use the She Art tissue paper for some time; the cute little dresses have so much potential! I decided to create a mini clothesline and use the Paper Mache Tri-fold House as the backdrop. What I ended up with: a fun project to display in...

I'm always on the lookout for new and creative ways to display memories. I have a lot of creative project ideas for these pots, so stay tuned to the Studio for even more inspiring ideas coming your way very soon. Meanwhile, grab your favorite bits and...

Start by misting the large canvas triangles with Color Wash in Lettuce and set aside to dry. Spray the Mistables muslin flowers with Color Wash in Cranberry and set aside to dry as well. Tear and cut up pieces of the patterned papers from the London...

Whenever I need to wrap a small gift, I prefer to use pretty paper bags. We have a great selection at the Shoppe at Somerset. From patterned to plain, there are plenty of options to fit your individual needs. For this packaging idea I decided to dress...

Inspired by a lovely necklace that artist Jen Cushman made for me at the Winter 2012 CHA, I decided to try creating my own necklace using the staple bezels and Art Mechanic supplies. Begin by using the template to cut out a section of patterned paper...

I was so inspired by mixed-media collage artist Corey Moortgat's beautiful artwork in The Art of Personal Imagery that I decided to create a project that would resemble her unique style. On page 61 of the book there is a project that Corey created that...

Create your own "unique" gift bags using everyday items. The boxes I used are recycled boxes from crackers and other various foods. Start by cutting the tops off the boxes and covering the boxes with brown paper - I used recycled brown paper grocery bags...

Traveling can be a bit challenging these days however the perfect antidote is but one canvas bag away. A bit of beauty and comfort in the form of custom travel bags brings not only a slice of home with it but also a sense of delight and whimsy. Supplies...

Nine: (single slide mailer) Start with a single slide mailer. Paint all the edges and the slot on the inside with white acrylic paint. Adhere vintage ledger paper to the front and inside. For the front add a leftover piece of white branch die cut image...