Making and hanging a flower panel. Flower wall. Whatever.

Oooh, yes, it's the big giant flowers in action--for the hows, you may find this post helpful.

Practical tips for making giant paper flowers

I've been making giant paper flowers for a Valentine dinner at church, some over a foot in diameter.  (Maybe "large" is a better description than "giant", but believe me, they seem giant when they're taking over your house!)

I watched a BUNCH of great videos on youtube on how to make these flowers, all different kinds and different methods, and have compiled them into a "What Worked For Me" type tutorial today at CutCardStock.  Aside from the hot glue burns, these are actually pretty fun to make!  These would be so pretty for a wedding or reception décor.  :)

a mixed media altered tea bag

Because, why not?  My friend Lisa demonstrated these to us at our art group last month, and it was a lovely morning of art and conversation and waffles!

You'll find more details in my heartfelt post today at Altered Pages.

Australian reverse piano hinge book binding technique

My friend Julie taught me this one, I LOVE it--the pages are REMOVABLE!!!  How perfect would that be for a collaborative project?  I'm contemplating attempting or organize a layout swap, maybe a 5 for 5?  Hmmm . . .

The tutorial is up today at the CutCardstock blog.

Happy 1st Birthday! Lumberjack/outdoor themed party

Just a few pictures of the grandbaby boy's first birthday.  His mama had me make lots of decorations, with lots of pinterest inspiration.

Of course, once everyone started arriving, I didn't have time to take pictures!  Other than that, we've been busy having the flu . . . enough said.

Don't let the moon break your heart

A ghost of Valentines Past, this altered baseball card tin is my share today at Altered Pages.  You can find more details and pictures of this WAY embellished bauble HERE!

watercolor Valentines in non-traditional colors

Some simple watercolor Valentines, in non-traditional colors--a quick how-to today in my post at the CutCardStock blog, which you'll find HERE.

wintery watercolor cards

Watercolor, my art therapy of choice.  These simple, shimmery cards today at the CutCardStock blog.

Altered Canning Jar Band Ornaments

Love making these!

You'll find a quick how-to on making these at CutCardStock, and more details on those gorgeous little angels and pretty pink bells at Altered Pages Artsociates.

Easy Envelope Advent Calendar

Easy Envelope Advent Calendar, in my post today at CutCardStock--so fun to make, and simple, too!

Envelopes, patterned papers, glitter papers, and Christmas collage images from Altered Pages.  I used the Holiday Postcards, Christmas Minibook, and Santa Santa Santa--there are tons more to choose from, and not just in traditional red and greens.

For all the collage images you need, plus the numbers, you can download the Altered Pages kit HERE.  Just add your own envelopes, grab a gluestick, and have at it!

faux glass Christmas ornament

Faux glass Christmas ornaments, in my post today at Altered Pages.

getting ready for Christmas--a few of my favorite things

Textured paper, shiny paper, textured paper, and sparkly stuff!

Glitter paper = good.

More info in my post today at the CutCardStock blog.   ALL of the collage images are from this Vintage Christmas Angels collage page at Altered Pages.

faux stained glass

Today at CutCardStock.

a little beeswax experiment

Been playing with beeswax lately, and my first play is up today at Altered Pages . . .

The wax is a little milkier than I'd like, but the depth and the layers is fun--you'll find this one HERE.

teeny tiny tea wallet

SO easy to make, and a sweet little gift--the pockets in these little booklets could also hold???  I dunno, but these are easy to make in quantity, so perfect for party, shower, or wedding favors.

You'll find full (but brief, 'cause these are EASY!) directions HERE.

live--stenciled, collaged heart

Today at Altered Pages.

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.  John 10:10

tiny little treat boxes

Years ago, my friend Rhonda showed me how to make these treat boxes, so I'm assuming that some of you are already familiar with these.  SUPER easy to make, and they can be embellished (or left clean and simple) at will.

You'll find the easy how-to in my post today at CutCardStock, where ALL the orange, brown, kraft, and gold cardstock is on sale.  Plus, at Altered Pages, there are still a couple of days left to join in the tag challenge, complete with 5 prize packs.  Treats!!! :)

tags tags tags. and a challenge. and free stuff.

Ooooh, a tag challenge at Altered Pages--with free stuff, too!  Check it out, check it out!  All through September.  Just a peek at some of my tagged up things:

Yes, I maybe might use a few tags now and again . . .

really simple hand painted cards

Today at the CutCardStock blog.  Which is timely, as all their kraft papers and envelopes are on sale during the month of September.

tiny little book with wooden covers

I think this will end up being butterfly themed, but for now, this little book has a monoprint cover, the insides are painted, with a simple tie binding.

How to details are HERE.