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Berry Fields Tea Party in a Box Tutorial

Berry Jam Tea Party in a Box Tutorial with Simple Stories Strawberry Fields

Hello, Friends! This Berry Fields Tea party in a Box Tutorial is a great way to greet strawberry season. Made with Simple Stories Berry Fields collection, it’s filled with old-fashioned goodness. Seriously, friends…this collection takes me right back to my Grammy’s kitchen!

My favorite element on this card is the cute little jam jar. Believe it or not, this is made from product packaging! Little Birdie uses these cute mason jar inserts for many of their small flowers. They are so adorable that I can’t bear to throw them away, so I’ve been saving them to use “one of these days.”

From Product Packaging to Jam Jar: The Process

Here’s how I converted this product packaging into our focal image on this card.

First, carefully cut off the lid of the jar tag just above the top of the jar.
Next, trace the jar base onto patterned paper. I used the large strawberry images from the 12×12 paper collection.
Now, cut out the traced shape, fold it in half and trim about 1/8″ off the edges. Now the strawberry jam “filling” will fit inside the jar, but the “glass” will still be visible.
Ink up the edges of the jar base with Speckled Egg Distress Oxide Ink to give it that vintage jar look.
Ink the jar lid with Faded Jeans Distress Ink, then spritz with Distress Oxide Speckled Egg Spray. This makes it look like an old zinc canning jar lid.
Place foam adhesive on the back of the lid and adhere the jar and the lid to a scrap of heavy cardstock. This makes it nice and sturdy.
Finally, spread a layer of Spectrum Noir Glossy Highlights over the jar surface and let dry. Place foam tape on the back of the embellishment and you’re ready to go!

Don’t Forget the Details!

You’ll see how I added some fun details to my card in the video tutorial below. These are simple steps, but they make a big visual impact.

A Peek Inside

One of the fun things about making a Tea Party in a Box is finding goodies to add to the box pocket. And, once the goodies are consumed, the box pocket can be used to store photos. The card is a great addition to kitchen décor, and can be pulled out seasonally.

This Tea Party in a Box has a package of flower seeds, a vintage demitasse spoon, Ghirardelli Chocolate, Tea Bag, Honey Stick, Biscoff Cookies and a note card tucked inside. I had a leftover rosette from one of my Patriotic projects, so I turned it into this cute rosette lollipop.

Berry Fields Tea Party in a Box Tutorial on YouTube

If you’d like to learn how to create the box card base and create the cover of this fun project, then I hope you’ll enjoy this video tutorial. I’ll also walk you through the Berry Fields paper collection so you can see how beautiful it is.

You can find a linked supply list below this post.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Let’s Make Pop Up Cards!

Let’s Make Pop Up Cards! Wiper Card and Double Pop Up Card Tutorial for Make & Take Tuesday

Hello, Friends! Let’s Make Pop Up Cards! It’s Make & Take Tuesday, and I thought it would be fun to teach you how to make not ONE but TWO types of Pop Up Cards using Photoplay Paper MVP Golf Collection.

Father’s Day is right around the corner. So many of you have told me that you struggle when it comes to making masculine cards. And it is does call for a totally different set of card making skills. But I have good news: this paper collection plus a couple of kinetic card designs almost guarantees a hole in one when it comes to making a fabulous masculine card. So grab a cuppa and a snack, and let’s dig into today’s tutorial.

Golf Themed Wiper Card

The first pop up card we’re going to make is this super cute wiper card. What’s a wiper card? Well, think about the windshield wiper mechanism on your car. This card works in a very similar fashion.

When the sides of this card are gently pulled, a wiper arm that’s hidden between the card front and back pops up with a fun message. In this case, it’s a golf ball that I fussy cut from the paper collection. It’s seriously hilarious good fun!

I took this fun pre-made card base to the next level by adding a pocket to the front. Now you can tuck in a gift card and write a note. How fun is that?

Double Pop-Up Card Tutorial

The second quick and easy pop up card looks pretty normal, doesn’t it?

But open the card and you’ll find this fun double pop up feature on the inside. It’s super easy to make, and so much fun to open.

YouTube Video Tutorial

Do you want to learn how to make both of these quick and easy pop up card styles? Then please enjoy this YouTube tutorial.

Of course, you can make both of these cards in a feminine style, too. And they make wonderful cards for children. Just follow the measurements and steps in the tutorial, but use your own theme and patterned papers.

I hope you’ll have as much fun with these cards as I have!

You’ll find a linked supply list below this post.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Graphic 45 June Flower Market Folio Tutorial

Graphic 45 June Flower Market Tutorial for Make ^ Take Tuesday

Hello, Friends! Can you believe it’s time to share our Graphic 45 June Flower Market Tutorial? This year is racing by so quickly that I cannot keep up with the calendar! June brings roses to the garden, and they are prominently featured in this project.

Once again, we reached into our paper stash to find a co-star for these lovely G45 papers. The color palette was a bit unusual, so this proved to be more of a challenge. But I finally found a worthy companion in these Kaisercraft Mademoiselle papers. If you don’t have these in your stash, just use what you DO have. I’ve also incorporated Annette Green’s Everything’s Blooming Large Doily dies to dress up the project pages.

Flips, flaps, pockets and tuck spots are the order of the day. The large 8 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ format makes rooms for large photos and provides loads of journaling spots, too.

If you missed the previous Flower Market Tutorials, you can get caught up HERE.

Graphic 45 June Flower Market Folio Tutorial on YouTube

Are you ready to get your craft on today? Grab a cuppa and a snack, because this is a BiG tutorial, and you’ll need them to sustain you!

You can find a linked supply list below this post.

Thanks so much for stopping by, friends! Have a joyful and creative day!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Graphic 45 Flower Market
Kaisercraft Mademoiselle (retired) use what you have in your stash
Dies

Let’s Make Tunnel Cards

Let’s Make Tunnel Cards with Photoplay Hello Lovely for Make & Take Tuesday

Hello, Friends! Let’s make tunnel cards today, what do you say? Have you ever made a tunnel card? My friends at Photoplay Paper sent me a box of goodies with their new Hello Lovely collection, some fancy fold card kits, stencils stamps, cardstock, and all kinds of treats in it. Ever the intrepid crafter, I set aside time for my very first date with a tunnel card. We hit it off in a big way, as you can see from the photo above. I DO like tunnel cards! They are so much fun to make that I thought I’d share them with you on this Make & Take Tuesday.

What’s a Tunnel Card?

From the outside, a tunnel card looks exactly like a normal greeting card. But open it up and….

Ta-da! You’ll find this really adorable layered interior that functions sort of like a pop up element. This means you can build a 3-D scene inside a card…but it still folds flat! How cool is that?

Hello Lovely Birthday Card

I also love a good sentiment stamp, so I was tickled to find the Hello, Lovely cling stamps in my box. The fonts are stylish and beautiful, and you can mix and match sentiments to create custom greetings. That’s fun!

Use the sticker sheet and ephemera pack to build your scene, or use dies from your stash. I fussy cut the banner paper from the Hello Lovely collection and used it over and over again to embellish my cards.

Here’s a closer look at the tunnel card window.

You Are So Fabulous Tunnel Card

Who’s a fan of quick and easy card layers? If you watch the tutorial, you’ll see how you can layer the cut out window sections on the front of your card. IT’s such a great time saver, and it also makes for a cohesive card design.

Look at the cool dimension that the tunnel card design provides.

Tunnel Card Experiment: Shaker Card Interior…did it work?

After playing around with the tunnel card base, a crazy idea popped into my head. What if we could turn the interior into a shaker window? Of course I had to try it!

By adding foam tape and acetate sheets (clear cardstock) behind the window panes, I was able to fill the space between the first and second window with a shaker mix. Doesn’t it look cool?

However, because the side panel of the card moves, it allowed tiny beads to escape. I managed to fix the issue on this card, but I want to keep working on this idea. When I have it perfected, I’ll share the how to’s with you. But isn’t it fun?

Let’s Make Tunnel Cards Tutorial on YouTube

If you’d like to take a tour of the Hello, Lovely paper collection and learn how to build a tunnel card, I hope you’ll enjoy this tutorial over on my YouTube channel.

I hope I’ve shared some tips, tricks and ideas you can use in your next crafty adventure, my friends!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Photoplay Paper Hello Lovely Collection
Photoplay Paper Tunnel Card Kit
Say it with Stamps Slimline #9 Dies
Prima Flowers
Aqua Double Stitch Satin
3/8″ Coral Rose Mini Check Ribbon
Bits and Bobs from my stash, origin unknown

Botanical Bird Themed Junk Journal

Bird Themed Botanical Junk Journal with Spellbinders Cathe Holden Vintage Flea Market Finds

Hello, Friends! It’s the first day of Spring, and I have a sunshiny Bird Themed Botanical Junk Journal to share with you on this Make & Take Tuesday. If you are a fan of bird themed projects, vibrant florals and a vintage vibe, then this easy to make junk journal is going to make you smile. It features some fun elements from Cathe Holden’s new Vintage Flea Market Finds release over at Spellbinders.

Songbirds and Sunshine

Here’s how I built the base of this simple 5×7 Junk Journal folio:

First, cut (2) 11″ x 7″ panels of extra heavy (110#) kraft cardstock.
Next, place 1/4″ Scor-Tape on a 7″ edge of one panel.
Now remove the tape liner and using the inner edge of the tape as a guide, overlap one panel over the other to form one long strip of cardstock that is 7″ tall.
Then place the long panel on your scoring tool and score at 5″, 5 1/2″ and 10 1/2″. Fold on the 10 1/2″ score line, and continue to score two more 5″ panels.
You will have a short 1 1/2″ panel all the way on the right. This will be a little side pocket.
Now, fold the 5″ and 5 1/2″ score lines to form a front and back cover.
Finally, accordion fold the remaining panels so that the side pocket panel winds up on top.

You’ll see how the folio folds in the project share video below.

The Spine and Elastic Band Closure

Line the spine of your junk journal with a bit of crochet lace. I had this pretty 1 1/2″ wide yellow lace in my stash. Brush the spine and 1/2″ of the front and back cover with gel medium or Dries Clear Adhesive to attach the lace. Then punch a hole in the center of the spine for the elastic closure. Here’s how to make the elastic closure:

Thread a button with elastic thread (available at most fabric stores) and leave the tails long.
Next, run the tails through the hole in the center of the spine so that the button is on the inside. (Make sure the button is not wider than the spine!)
Now wrap the thread around the middle of the journal. You want it to be a little bit snug, but not too tight. Tie the ends together with another square knot, but leave room to thread another button.
Run the tails behind the knot through another button and tie another square knot. Now you have a cute elastic/button closure for your Junk Journal.

A Peek Inside

Accordion fold journals are the easiest to make. This photo shows how the journal folds into itself and the small side pocket page that sits at the front of the journal. All the papers and ephemera bits are from the Vintage Flea Market Finds release.

Here’s a look at the 3 inside panels. I opted to go with a pocket/insert format because it allowed me to use up scraps of designer paper on tags and pockets. You’ll get a full tour of in the video below.

Botanical Bird Themed Junk Journal Tour on You Tube

If you’d like to see all the inner workings and interactive elements in this sweet springtime journal, please enjoy this video project share on my YouTube channel.

I hope you feel inspired to give this simple junk journal design a try. You can find a linked supply list below.

Happy Spring, my friends!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Spellbinders Cathe Holden Vintage Flea Market Finds
110# kraft cardstock/several sheets
bits and bobs from my stash

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