Free Projects

Creating unique home décor accents need not be expensive or difficult! I recently acquired a bunch of old wood boards that were originally used as shelves. For this project, I decided to...

Create some fanciful fairytale style cards using soft pink cards from the Parchment card stack and papers from the Once upon a Springtime paper collection. First, fold three cards from the stack...

Guest Artist and Stamp designer Dina Wakley created these colorful mixed-media canvases using her new Cling Mount stamps and a mixture of painting, gluing, layering the different elements. Colorful...

Dina’s artistic scrapbook page is a mixture of painting, stamping, gluing, and stitching that you can easily recreate. Artistic Scrapbooking Project Instructions Start by watering down some...

Creating artistic cards is all too easy with Dina Wakley cling foam stamps! Grungy Cards Instructions Begin by painting plain white cards with acrylic paint. On two of the cards, paint the front blue...

I recently discovered Japanese tape and have been using it in my sketchbooks as a way to add ephemera without having to glue the items down. For this layout, I decided to use the pink and gray tapes...

This project can be used in a variety of ways, and is appropriate for all seasons! Hang them on the Christmas tree for unique ornaments, fill them with favors at a special event, or simply hang them...

Use your sea-themed sack for collecting sea shells at the beach, packaging a gift, or simply adding a touch of summer to your home décor. Start by stamping the mermaid torso and tail images...

The act of SMASHing into a journal is seriously addicting! I guarantee you that after you’ve completed your first SMASH page or project, you will never again leave a restaurant without nabbing...

Begin by painting several layers of white acrylic paint directly over the cahier journal cover. While the top layer still wet, press a scrap of large bubble wrap into the paint, and lift. Let dry...

Kids are always in need of encouragement and rewards, so I thought the Mini Library Drawer would make a great organizer of rewards for my little one. Use each section for a different theme (reading,...

Happiness is sometimes simply receiving a pretty package, and the ones featured here will brighten up anyone’s day! They are perfect for invitations, notes, greetings and more. Simply cut out...

I was inspired to alter the cahier notebook using only minimal supplies in order to maintain its classic and simple charm. The elegance of the valencienne ribbon seemed like the perfect way to...

Assemble shrines per instructions on packaging. Once the wood glue has dried, begin by painting the inside and outside of all shrines and set aside to dry.Once the first coat of paint is dry, apply a...

Halloween is just around the corner and it is never too early to get started on trick or treat bags! Whether you are throwing a party or simply need some favor ideas for your child’s...

Upon glancing through the new Mini SMASH folio, I came across an inspiring page with some text that read “Whatever you do… use up all of your vacation days.” Since I will soon be...

Giving a thoughtful, handmade gift to your child’s teacher is always a neat way to show your appreciation on the first or last day of school, or any time throughout the calendar year! This is a...

These magical papers by Graphic 45 have plenty of Halloween flair! By pairing them with the new tag book, I created a fun project that can be used for displaying Halloween memories, creating holiday...

Looking for a quick and inexpensive gift or favor idea? Dress up some vintage jars and tins by using just a few simple supplies. Using small plastic storage jars and clear top tins, I simply added...

pamcarriker.com/ Driving down the road to our vacation destination, I see "Oshkosh or Bust" on the window of a car headed for the same place we are. It's always more fun when we realize others are...

Using color wash sprays, paint, and her own line of cling mount stamps, Dina has made creating these mini works of art look all too easy, and with her help and inspiration – it is! Min Art...

A festive, yet Somerset Halloween banner will add some elegance to your home this fall! Start by spraying five canvas triangles with Sunset Orange color wash and then allow the pieces to dry. Using...

What’s not to love about these quirky, goofy characters from the Stampotique collection? Our Shoppe Manager couldn’t resist picking out a few of her favorite personalities to create this...

Creating trick or treat bags with a child is a great way to start building some excitement for the coming holiday! Personalizing it will make it all the more special (and unique). If you...

Fill a mini wooden coffin with clever Halloween treats and then use them for creative holiday favors! The stores are filled to the brim this time of year with Halloween treats, so stocking up on some...

These burlap panels look great by themselves, but to the artistic eye they are filled with creative potential! You could simply hang one of the panels (or a grouping of them) to create cool wall...

Lauren created these quick and easy altered spice jars using some of our favorite products – new ready-to-alter spice jars, washi tape and French Ephemera labels! Use the washi tape to label...

Hold onto those good times by transforming your latest celebration into a creative keepsake! The Eco Green Crafts board book works as a great scrapbooking base to display pictures and can be...

The retro pink SMASH folio has quickly become my favorite product of the season. The bright page colors and soft, feminine patterns inspire so much creativity! I chose to showcase a quick and easy...

Altering your own spice jars is a great way to creatively organize your herbs and spices. The culinary herbs and spices in my kitchen were looking a little messy with various brands in various sized...