Tuesday, June 21, 2011

This and That Tuesday

Going to share a little something with all your crafters today. Do you ever buy a package of something and only use a bit of whats in it? Not sure what to do with the rest of it.. but you know someone could use it?

Well,I'm going to introduce you all to a group and a few new terms. It's a group called AAPSF. So, in this group gals exchange crafting and on occasion non crafting items. This is how it works. Say you have a homemade items, a partial package of flowers, or even a NIP (new in package) item that you no longer like or want. These are called PIF's (pay it forward.. or pass it forward).

Basically in short what everyone does in this group is they post an item they no longer want... and how many "credits" (not money) they want for the item. You list an item and then someone else may want it.. so they "snag" it they put their name on it. You now have a credit to take something else that is listed on the group.

I'm sharing this as it's a great way to do a number of things. Exchange products out for something you want, find things from all over the country that you may not have access to in your area. All you do is at the end of the month send out the items to those whom have taken items from you. Easy enough.

Anywho, I used to own one of these groups.. and now a good friend of mine runs one. So, I thought I would share it with all of you. There's more than just trading but also general discussion on scrappin subjects. All you have to do is sign up.. fill out the application... on it you can put that you saw the group on my blog..

Monday, June 20, 2011

Alittle Added Fun

Sooo, I came upon some things I thought I would share. This site I had to share  with everyone. I rarly use printable materials but I have to say I can not wait to use some of the vintage pieces here for my altered art journal. Check it out.

Motivation Monday

Sooo I'm sad to say I didn't get many projects done this last weekend. The great summer weather beckoned me.. I've been doing this and that... little things to a few different projects.. and I have about 3 layouts that are.. almost done but still need a few more things to put on that had to dry.

In light of inspiration.. I thought i'd share something personal. My brother is a tat artisit. He's amazing.. but I only have one.. which is a cover up from a big mistake.. lol. Anywho this weekend I got something inspirational on me!! Somethign I love and always have.. hee hee I really like it. but, then again I'm obsessed with birdcages... soon there will be a tree on there as well.. that the cage will hang from. Anywho, for those who like tats there she be.



Soooo, in light of my lack of projects to share.. I'm going to share some photo tutorials I have found online with you all. They are all super easy and simple and take a minimal amount of time. There's lots of great flower and other fun projects.. super simple.. video and lengthy instructions not needed. I've personally done almost all of these.. sooo if you have any questions please let me know. Hopefully tomorrow I can get some layouts posted. Enjoy ladies.















Friday, June 17, 2011

Cupcake tutorial video



Ok ladies here it is... it's about an hour and I wasn't feeling super great but here it is! Have fun!

Friday Friday

Remember ladies, tonight I will be live on ustream. Hosting a tutorial class on how to make cupcake cards. These are just adorable. I'll go live at about 8pm Central Time.  Below is a recap of what you will need to play along and pics of what we'll be working on. I'm very sorry again about the delay in not getting it done last night.. but my internet and the weather weren't liking me.

For the tutorial I'm going to be doing something that I get tons of people asking me how to make. Sooo, it will be a bit of a longer tutorial.. but super easy compared to how complicated it appears. Here is a list of what you will need to participate as I'm doing it. Here are some pictures of the ones I have made. You can see they can be made for any theme. Boy or girl birthday, baby shower gifts, and even to coordinate with the seasons! After the picture you will see a list of items needed for the FREE class on TONIGHT on ustream. http://www.ustream.tv/channel/sayitsbyu13















Items needed: (You can look at the image and see where each will be used to know what colors you prefer.) You can see that you can make them in about any size you like! I'll give you some paper measurements this evening. Be sure to be logged into chat if you want to ask specific things as we go along.

- Styrofoam ball- ( you can also use a half circle.. those floral kinds or what not) The size you use will determine how large your cupcake is. I love them all! Also one 1 inch to 3/4 inch styrofoam ball.
- 1 sheet of felt- you can choose one color or choose to have two diff colors.
- 1 sheet of paper,
- 3-4 laces and or trims of your choice (ribbons are fine as well)
- Hot glue or your fave adhesive
- Paper or cloth Dollie ( If you don't have one.. that's cool.. get a strip of lace and I'll show you how to make one)
- 1 strip of lace for bow by cherry (I prefer sheer but you can do whatever you like)
- Glitter of choice (I have all red cherries but you could so anything!)
- Tag or cardstock to make tag
- Pebbles/Dew Drops... if you don't have these.. no worries... there's lots you can use for "sprinkles"