Recycling Magazines Crafts - Butterfly Cutouts

I love butterflies and magazines so when I got my new punch I thought why not combine the two :) Below are two of my latest listings on etsy. Beautiful delicate butterflies created from fashion magazines. More to come. See the listing here

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Set 2

Close up of Set 2

 

 

 

Inexpensive Craft Room Decoration - Embroidery Hoop Art

Looking for an inexpensive way to decorate your craft room try embroidery hoops. They can be painted and can hold various types of wall decor. Below are a few of the examples that I found on the web that I really like.

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And just for fun check out this great dollar store chandelier!

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Use Glitter To Spruce Up Your Scrapbooking Page

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Looking for ways to use glitter in your scrapbooking? The above example shows how glitter can make your pages pop. Use silver with a black and white theme to create and elegant page or use bright glitter on a child's page to create a playful page. The possibilities are endless.

Furthermore, it is really easy to do with peel and stick letters. Simply peel away and sprinkle with glitter and you're done! For circles you can use glue dots or find peel and stick shapes to adhere to your pages.

I have some new items in my etsy shop that I think you'll like :) 

Buy it here

 Buy it here

Buy it here

Halloween Scrapbooking Layout

Halloween has passed but you still need to scrap those adorable pictures. Below are some layouts that I found on scrapbooks etc that I liked. There are a total of about 22 layouts on their site.

See all of the layouts here. Check out some of Halloween scrapbooking layouts in my etsy shop

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Great Fashion Finds on etsy

I love to shop and don't get me started on how I act when I find a bargain. I really enjoyed creating this treasury that showcases some beautiful fashion items. How much do you love that velvet skirt? Each picture is clickable and will take you to the page for the item.

 

10 Great Last Minute Halloween Costumes for Adults

Okay the kids got their costume weeks ago but what about you? And even those of you without kids have you gotten yours yet? Well by now a lot of the "good" ones are probably gone but you can still make some clever last minute costumes for yourself. Here are a few that I saw around the web that I liked.

This one is really funny, probably a little cold but funny :)

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My absolute favorite character when I was younger. Who didn't want to be like the super hot Sandra Dee?

 

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A little gruesome but they will get the point.

 

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Definitely a classy costume and super quick to pull together.

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Hey, you'll definitely stand out in this outfit.

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There were a lot of versions of this one floating around the web but all you need is a scarf, jean shirt and a wrench. How easy is that?

 

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Molly was the 80s queen so any of her characters will do from Pretty in Pink to The Breakfast Club.

 

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This chick was bad. She's the one from Beverly Hills Cop. An all white trench some white shades a gun and you're done. And if you have the height, that's a bonus.

 

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Okay yeah I know but It's Honey Boo Boo child. Sorry just had to say it lol

 

 From pulp fiction. You can find this style of wig just about anywhere.

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Mickey & Minnie Mouse Goes Wild! Zebra Print Punches

One of my best sellers in my etsy shop is my Mickey and Minnie Mouse punches and I have a couple of new items to add. Zebra print with hot pink and zebra print with red. Would make great accents to any Mickey/Minnie Mouse themed project or party.

 Buy here

 Buy here

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Pretty Wedding Dress Scrapbook Using A Template From Dollar Store

What a great idea! She shows how to use the boxes that you find in the Dollar Tree and make a wedding album out of them. Genius! I can't wait to try this idea.



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Free Page Sketch Using Tags, Wedding Page Example

While going through my old magazines I came across the above sketch in Creating Keepsakes (Sept 2003). They had several examples using the sketch but I especially liked this one. I liked the way the used the bridal dress on the last tag and the ribbon embellishments they used on the tag. Very pretty page.

Check out my etsy shop for pre-made scrapbooking pages, mats, and tags like pretty glittery one above (see it here).

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Summer Scrapbooking Page Ideas Featuring the Beach

I love, love looking out at the water. It's a shame that I have moved back to my hometown close to Savannah, GA and have yet to make it to the beach :(. Here are a few page ideas that I came across that I really like.

All page ideas are from scrapbooks.etc. There are a total of 21 ideas on their page.  

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Inexpensive Gift Wrapping Ideas, Repurposed, Recycled

Why spend more money than you have to on gift wrapping? I have this gorgeous ribbon (photo above) for sale in my etsy shop went looking for great ideas for gift wrapping that was also inexpensive. I found great ideas on marthastewart.com. Below are my favorites.

Can you guess what this wrapping paper is made from? Potato chip bags!!! Simply cut the bag along the edge, of course wash thoroughly and there you have a unique and inexpensive gift wrapping option.

This was made from paper gift bags that have been stamped with a cute design.

Love this idea and it's a great way to repurpose old greeting cards. Glue the greeting card to the top of the box lid and use an exacto knife to trim around the edges or you can do like the picture and cut with some decorative scissors and then adhere to box lid.

You can photo copy your favorite pictures and affix to inexpensive paper and instantly make it look way more expensive.

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Craft Room Inspirations via Rate My Space

I don't know if 'Rate My Space' still comes on (I used to love that show) but the website on HGTV.com has loads of inspirational rooms. Of course since I am always looking for ideas on the ultimate craft room that was my first inquiry on the site. Below are a few of my favorite examples.

 Very pretty and all neat and tidy. Probably will never get my room this organized. lol. Source

 If you have a closet, you have an office. She calls this her cloffice. Clever! :) Source

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 As I've said before a peg board in my next home office craft space is a must! Source

 I love the back cabinets in this office and the wall color. Source

 Turn a nook into your own little retreat. Source

 Okay admittedly this probably wouldn't function well as a craft space as is but look at how pretty the walls are :) Source

 This woman doesn't just have a craft space, she has a craft cottage. I'm jealous! Source

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