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Be Trimming With Tradition: Christmas Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card With An Ornament Punch

Posted on November 3, 2023November 3, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

Decorating the Christmas tree is a long-established family tradition, passed down from generation to generation, ornament to ornament, for many households. Families gather together each year, pull out dusty boxes of beloved decorations — glass baubles, “baby’s first Christmas” porcelain ornament, figurines and an angel, tinsel, ribbon, lights and other items that evoke the holly-jolly spirit — and make merry memories together. So why not further your festiveness by bringing the ornamental decor from your living room to your scrapping room by making these Christmas scrapbook borders and DIY card with an ornament punch.

Scatter Joy Like Confetti With These Birthday Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card

Posted on November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

From traditional small-flake, boldly hued paper to glittery bits and biodegradable beauties, confetti can turn any living room, restaurant venue, banquet hall and more into “Party Central.” And blog contributor Krislyn Mattei has her party hat on and Confetti Border Maker Cartridge (and other celebratory supplies!) at the ready to celebrate your next big bash with these birthday scrapbook borders and DIY card!

Take A Bite Out Of These Frightfully Fun Halloween Scrapbook Ideas

Posted on October 27, 2023October 27, 2023 by Kylie Kingham

Trick-or-treating and jack-o’-lanterns might be the stars on a dark All Hallows’ Eve night, but they’re just the tip of a witch’s hat! You can enjoy Halloween parades and parties, bob for apples, trek around trunk-or-treats, make pumpkin seeds or watch scary movies with a bucket of sweet candy, head over to harvest festivals, dress up your pooch or cat in an adorable costume and partake in a mystery dinner with friends… oh, and add blog contributor Kylie Kingham’s Halloween scrapbook ideas to your devilishly delightful to-do list, too! Have a frightfully fun time with her fang-tastic layout, spirited card and daring border!

Go Nuts For Notes Of Noel With These Christmas Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card

Posted on October 9, 2023October 6, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

While tinsel is terrific and stockings are super, today we’re going nuts over nutcrackers! During the Christmas season, a beautifully painted and crafted nutcracker might be a familiar sight on mantelpieces or bookshelves… not to mention the classic and beloved “The Nutcracker” ballet! (Did you know nutcrackers are a symbol of good luck to your family and protection of your home?!) So cue the classical music — this blog post, in nutshell, is all about Christmas scrapbook borders and a DIY card.

They’re Fin-tastic! Dolphin Borders And Scrapbook Card

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by melissaullmann

Socially skilled, intelligent, agile and playful — they’re dolphins! These maritime mammals (yes, they are mammals, not fish!) can live in the world’s oceans and seas and in some rivers, too. And you can’t help but love dolphins, especially because they always look like they’re smiling! Well, we’re in love with the Dolphins Border Maker Cartridge, which is why we’re flipping out over these dolphin borders and scrapbook card! May we say, they’re fin-tastic!

Design With A Pastel Presence In Mind With These Tranquil Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card

Posted on July 18, 2023July 19, 2023 by Krislyn Mattei

Pastel hues — think delicate lavender, subtle eucalyptus green, soft baby blue and even muted beige. A pastel palette is beautiful to look at and can emit a soothing aura, as well as peaceful, calming vibes that make many feel like you simply can’t get enough of them! Well, we sure can’t get enough of them, which is why we’re showing you some tranquil scrapbook borders and DIY card featuring the Serenity collection! Breathe in, breathe out… and enjoy!

The Paw-sibilities Are Endless: Paw Prints Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card

Posted on June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 by melissaullmann

If you have a cute canine or feline friend, you know exactly what we’re talking about — when you look at the underside of a paw, you see the soft and squishy pads that have a similar appearance to jellybeans. Well, if you want to pay homage to the companions that leave paw prints on your heart, then paws to take a look at these paw prints scrapbook borders and DIY card featuring the Paw Punch (available for purchase through June 30 at noon CT [AU: 30 June at midnight AET], however, the punch is expected later this fall [AU: spring]).

Transport Yourself To The Tropics: Tropical Scrapbook Borders And DIY Card Featuring The Mandevilla Flower Punch

Posted on June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 by melissaullmann

The tropical regions of our planet are home to an enormous variety of plants, including boundless bouquets of fragrant, fully bloomed florals. Bromeliad. Amaryllis. Anthurium. Orchid. Hibiscus. Bird-of-paradise. Canna. Mandevilla. The list goes on and on and on like good vibes on a summer’s day! And these warm-weather florals — whether you see them on an island destination or are growing them within your own home — will surely transport you to a tropical state of mind worth treasuring. Breathe a bit of fresh air, splash on some sweet sunshine and bask in beachy hues with these tropical scrapbook borders and DIY card featuring the Mandevilla Flower Punch. (No passport required!)

Panel Perfection: Accordion Fold Card Examples With Tonal Scrapbook Products

Posted on May 16, 2023May 16, 2023 by Creative Memories

Today, we’re acting accordingly — or accordion-gly — for it’s all about fantastic folds and lovely layering… accordion cards! Blog contributor Sachiyo Omitsu is showing us how easy an accordion fold card is to make (and oh-so, eye-catching, too!). Crease and cut your way to cardmaking — and better yet, with tonal scrapbook products, that make for a cohesive, classy look.

Embellishments Buffet: Easy-Peasy Scrapbook Borders and DIY Cards

Posted on May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 by Creative Memories

Wowee! Talk about a hot promo! Several of the limited-edition embellishments packs from the Embellishments Promo have sold through, however, quantities still remain of the Boho Mandala, Lots of Love and Carnival Fun Embellishments… which is perfect, because today’s blog is all about those three!

As a reminder: For a limited time, you can purchase limited-edition embellishments packs AND have the opportunity to earn exclusive Vivid Melodies Heart Sticker Packs and Mauve & Violet Metallic Dot Tip Pens FREE! PLUS, when you purchase 6+ limited-edition embellishments packs, you’ll enjoy the freebies as the perfect complement to your layouts and projects of any theme. Ready for another edition (to part one earlier this week)? Then let these scrapbook borders and DIY cards inspire and invigorate you!

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