Keepsake Crafts

Year in Review Scrapbook Pages

February 12, 2011 by Sandy

So, we’ve been time traveling this week, but hold onto your hats, cuz now were zooming ahead to the end of 2009. At that time I was frustrated at the thought of trying to get caught up in my scrapbooking. Then I read…

No comment

Scrapbooking

Western Night – Scrapbook Page

February 10, 2011 by Sandy

We’re still time traveling in 1988. Another simple layout that focuses on the photos, with just a few Jolee’s stickers to accent. The title was made with the Vintage Market Sizzlits Decorate Strip Die, and Vintage Photo Distress ink was used on the…

No comment

Just Chattin' What's On Your Workdesk Wednesday

WOYWW – Progress Is Good

February 9, 2011 by Sandy

This week my desk shows signs of things actually getting done, (as opposed to stuff merely piling up. ) 🙂 If you’re wondering why I’m posting a picture of my workdesk, go here to see the reason and to check out many other…

23 Comments

Scrapbooking

Great Expectations – Scrapbook Layout

February 7, 2011 by Sandy

I started scrapbooking in 1998, and was told to scrap the most recent layouts so the memories would be fresh. My boys were 8 & 10 at the time and that made sense. But now, it’s 13 years later, and I want to…

No comment

Cards

Valentine’s Card

February 2, 2011 by Sandy

A Valentine’s card seems appropriate for my first post in February. This one is a lot of fun, combining many simple, yet beautiful techniques. Believe it or not, this lovely background starts with a sheet of plain white cardstock. First, apply a mask…

2 Comments

Sewing

Getting Ready For Spring

January 31, 2011 by Sandy

The UPS guy arrived the other day with a lovely, squishy package for me – fabric! Six yards of it, as a matter of fact. These will be made up into spring dresses for me. Looking at the photo on fabric.com made me…

No comment

Quilting

Watercolor Wreath Baby Quilt

January 29, 2011 by Sandy

This floral wreath may look complicated, but the process is quite simple. I thought it made a charming baby quilt. The original pattern is by The Quilt Company and is called Summer Bouquet Wreath. To make the wreath, first choose a floral…

No comment

Scrapbooking

Wishful Thinking at the Armory – Scrapbook Pages

January 28, 2011 by Sandy

I LOVE this picture of my youngest son. He was so delighted to get his hands on a real M-16. (I’m just glad there weren’t any bullets in it!) To make all these solid papers more interesting and rugged looking I did allover…

No comment

Just Chattin' What's On Your Workdesk Wednesday

WOYWW – Lots of UFOs

January 26, 2011 by Sandy

Why do I have a photo of my workdesk posted on the blog? Because it’s “What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday,” that’s why! To learn more about it, go here. It’s kinda fun to see what other bloggers have going on midweek. This…

4 Comments

Quilting Sewing

Tanzanian T-Shirt Memory Quilt

January 26, 2011 by Sandy

I received a phone call a while back from a young lady who had spent three years with the Peace Corps in Tanzania. She had had to leave suddenly, and the only souvenirs of her time consisted of several t-shirts and some…

1 Comment

Make a DIY Necklace in Under 30 Minutes–Beginner Friendly!

3 NEXT LEVEL Tips For How To Work With Polymer Clay

How to Create a Whimsical Polymer Clay Fairy Lamp That Glows!

Step-by-Step Resin Fall Jewelry Tutorial with Mixed Media Techniques

Fall Crafting Inspiration + Free Books!

The Best Magnifying Light for Crafters? Pros and Cons Revealed

Upcycle and Create Beautiful Polymer Clay Wind Chimes

How to Make Sari Silk Jewelry-Beaded Silk Bracelet Making

Fall Fairy Garden House Tutorial – Polymer Clay Pumpkin Fairy House

How To Use Bead Cones To Make Amazing Necklace Designs!

Year in Review Scrapbook Pages

Western Night – Scrapbook Page

WOYWW – Progress Is Good

Great Expectations – Scrapbook Layout

Valentine’s Card

Getting Ready For Spring

Watercolor Wreath Baby Quilt

Wishful Thinking at the Armory – Scrapbook Pages

WOYWW – Lots of UFOs

Tanzanian T-Shirt Memory Quilt