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Accordion Paper Clock

By Patricia Zapata One of the things that I enjoy the most about working with paper is the challenge of coming up with a project that is contrary to its two-dimensional characteristic. The second part of the equation is coming up with something that is actually useful. This clock fits the bill in both instances […]

How-To: Make a Travel Love Shrine

CRAFT is celebrating love, glitter, and craftiness with the Crafty Chica Love Shrine Challenge. Preserve your memories and tell your love story by building a shrine that creatively reflects your personality and expresses your hopes and dreams. I’ve been going crazy making these shrines! They are such great ways for me to use my ephemera […]

Custom Silhouette Cards

By Andrea DeHart Minding my manners often means continually sending out thank-you cards for gifts relating to birthdays, holidays, and new babies. I’ve been known to resort to the store-bought variety at times, or to create a craft sweatshop in which my kids literally scribble on blank cards to add a personal touch. In an […]

Mini Paper Chandelier

By Jessica Wilson There is something magical about blogland, don’t you think? It’s kinda like a wee bit of birthday everyday what with all the eye candy and new ideas that so graciously await your viewing. Back in 2008, I stumbled across this amazing bit of eye candy that reintroduced me to the magic that […]