I know its already the end of January but I really didnt get the chance to create this any sooner BUT then again there are still 11 months still to use it lol!!

Requirements –

• Sheet of chipboard 15cm by 30cm

• Patterned paper

• Embellishments

• Printout of templates
  

Directions –

Tear two strips of patterned paper and adhere them to each side of a piece of patterned paper cut to 8cm by 30cm.

Cut the strip of chipboard into the following sized rectangles – Two pieces of 15cm by 10cm & Two pieces of 15cm by 5cm

Lay the chipboard pieces on the back of the piece of patterned paper you just created in the following order; 10cm by 15cm, 10cm by 15cm, 5cm by 15cm and 5cm by 15cm. Remember to leave a small gap of approximately 2mm between each piece and adhere to chipboard. Sand all edges to neaten but the bottom edge where there is an overhang as this will be used to complete the spine.

Repeat on the reverse with another piece of patterned paper to cover the inside of the spine. Score along each of the gaps you created between each of the chipboard pieces and gently fold into position. Glue the flap you left earlier to the other edges to secure both edges together. Adjust each of the folded edges until the cover spine sits flat.

Print out each of the templates below, simply save each JPeg to your computer and print at an A4 size.

Cut each into sections, arrange in order and staple together to create 2 mini books.

Valentine Project- Love Hearts

This is a very easy project!!! VERY easy!!

You will need:
~Love Heart candies
~patterned paper
~2-way adhesive tape
~ribbon
~tag
~other items to embellish
1. Cut your paper to the size 4 X 3 1/4. Roll the paper along the edge of your table so that when you put it around your candy it will stay on there better.2. Add adhesive tape to both sides on the back.3. Tape one end along the edge of the candy.Roll it around and tape the other end.4. Tie a ribbon and tag around it and use any embellishments you wish.

See, I told you it was EASY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have more projects to share but I'll post them all sometime between now and Valentine's Day!!

DEANNE

Ribbon Closure Mini Album Video Tutorial

Enjoy
Jana

how to use spellbinders and cuttlebug embossing on Big Kick

Click on the video to see the more high quality version, this was with a old camera one of my first videos, so sorry for that.
I decided to post, after see some people on you tube saying that other brands don't cut all dies, sizzix big kick cuts all dies on the market, I actually sold my cuttlebug because this Bick Kick comes with the multipurpose plataform that Big shot comes. The advantage of Big Kick, is that you can go to michales and buy with a 50% off coupon, I bought this one for like $30 with coupon.
So if you have one and are thinking to buy this tutorial will show you what plates to use.
P.S
Don't mind my dog :)
Jana

Digital Overlays on Photoshop Elements Video Tutorial

You can use this to make your pictures more fun for a mini album, scrapbook page or just for yourself

Jana

How to Make a Shadowbox

Over Christmas, I experimented with making shadowboxes and found that they were a lot of fun. I have had some people ask me how I make them so I thought I would put together a quick tutorial.
I usually use unfinished wood shadowboxes from Michael's, but they were having a sale on the nicer ones in the framing section, so I will be using that in this example.

First, I added scrapbook paper to the sides and the inside back part of the box using gel medium. You will just have to measure to cover whatever size box you get. In this case, I cut the paper on the sides a little small, so you could see some of the black from the box. You could also sand, gesso and paint the box instead of using paper.


I also added some left over fake fur I had and lined the bottom with a heavy white glue.

Next, I took the elements I made for the box (a girl and tree I painted on heavy watercolor paper) and attached a heavy strip of paper (I used the same heavy watercolor paper) to the back of them with strong white glue. Before you glue, You will want to bend both ends of the paper to the length you want your element to stick out of the box. I just kind of keep folding the paper and place my element on the back until I like how far it sticks out. In this case, I wanted the girl to stand out more than the tree, so I cut the paper for the tree shorter.

After I attached the back piece to the inside of the box, I embellished the outside.I added some flowers and a heart pick to the top with hot glue.
This is a sticker I have had in my stash for years (It feels so nice to use old embellishments).

I added some cute wooden hearts to either side of the box.

I also wrapped ribbon around the bottom.

I hope you enjoyed the tutorial. If you decide to make one, Let me know; I would love to see it.

Shonna Bucaroff

One Sheet Mini Albums - 4 sizes

As I mentioned in a prior post....okay, I know it's been awhile because I presented these mini albums at Rita Holmes' SW Ohio Gathering. LOL! Sorry it took so long stampers. Anyhow, I would like to share the simple instructions for these quick and cute ONE SHEET mini albums. I have a SLIDE show below for you to view. Remember to pause the slide show, hold your mouse over the picture.

I've listed four different size papers you could use. These are so much fun and easy and they do make great quick yet elegant-looking gifts! Use your favorite patterned papers... because the patterned papers used here are so beautiful, there's not much embellishing to do. I like that.

Using your Scor-Pal scoring tool, score as follows for each of the different size patterned papers:

For 12x12 paper: Score at 3-1/2" and at 9"
For 9x9 paper: Score at 2-1/2" and at 6-1/2"
For 8x8 paper: Score at 2" and at 5-1/2"
For 6x6 paper: Score at 1-1/2" and 4"

After scoring you will fold...please use your bone folder for crisp creases. Place some red tape on the end of sheet and adhere. At this point it will look like a tube. Fold this in half using your bone folder. That's it! See Slide Samples. You basic album is complete. You can then staple the back spine, hole punch it and thread ribbon thru it. Or you can use your Zutter bind-it-all spiral wire rings. Decorate as little or as much as pleases your taste.

Your turn to share. Link up to this post so we can all see your wonderful works! Thanks again for coming over to visit me. God bless you abundantly during the NEW YEAR!!!