Welcome back, my friends!  What better way to round out the work week than with five amazing projects from some wonderful designers?  I hope I can give you some great WOW inspiration today from these wonderful projects and a yummy dessert!  Kick off your shoes, relax, and let’s get started!

Traveler’s Notebook By Nancy Damiano

There is no better place to keep your memories than a “Traveler’s Notebook.”  You can personalize and build your own notebook that fits your lifestyle.  It is a keepsake you will look back on for years to come.  You can tell your story from beginning to end in just one craft session, and that’s the beauty of one of these special notebooks.

Whether you’re using it to record memories, keep track of travel itineraries, or jot down random observations while on the road, this would be an excellent companion to make ahead of your vacation to bring with you wherever you go.  A Travelers Notebook will be instant gratification and with some help from Nancy Damiano you will be able to complete your notebook in no time.  Click here and I will lead to on over to American Crafts Studio where Nancy will share some great tips on creating your own, personalized Travelers Notebook.

Spread Your Wings By Tara Godfrey

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it isn’t too late to create a special card for your special mother.  This card is filled with fun stamping and inking techniques.  Whether you keep your card simple or detailed, your creation will always stand out and be remembered.  Cards may be small but they are packed with so much love and inspiration.

Today we have a fabulous card created by Tara Godfrey using the fun Tweetie Birds Stamp by Kraftin Kimmie.  Such a whimsical and inspiring stamp!  I love how these wonderful stamps give endless possibilities for being creative.  Don’t you just love the beautiful colors, layers that give great dimension, and fantastic coloring?  Come with me over to Inking On The Edge for step-by-step instructions.  You will be able to follow along on how to create your own fun card, along with a complete list of supplies needed.  What a choice card to brighten up someone’s day!  I hope you will be inspired to give this one a try.  Have fun stamping, my crafty friends! 🙂

Designers Pillows By Michelle Zakk

Looking for a quick and easy DIY designer pillows?  You need to look no further!  Stenciled pillows are a quick home decor project that are a great alternative to store bought pillows.  Stenciled patterns are the perfect accessory to any room and any style and are also great for the budget.  What a great way to even change up your style throughout the year, including the holidays.

Finding the right pillows for your rooms in your home can sometimes be a real challenge.  This is where creating your own will be such a joy, along with being so much fun!  You choose the style of stencil, paint color, and even fun embellishments such as tassels, studs, and jewels.  The whole thing from start to finish will be a joy.  This would be a great girls’ night, with good friends coming together as a group and bringing a whole lot of creativity!  Check out these stenciled pillow ideas to get your creative ideas flowing by coming with me over to The Cutting Edge Stencils where you will see a full tutorial on how to create some of your own.

Snickerdoodle Bars By Julie Gransee

Being a big fan of Snickerdoodle cookies, I knew the moment I saw these I had to give them a try.  What impressed me most about this recipe is that it is super basic, so no need to run out and buy anything special, just raid your fridge and pantry and bake away!  These are super easy to make and will have your house smelling fabulous in just 10 minutes.

It is time for you to get obsessed with these yummy bars and get to baking!  My hats off to Julie Gransee who I got the recipe from and baked some for my family and friends.  I now get asked quite often for the recipe.  So let me take you on over to Lovely Little Kitchen where you will find this yummy recipe and you can warm the hearts of your family and friends!

I hope you have been inspired today and will feel the joy of being crafty.  I will be at the Stamp & Scrapbook Expo in Orlando this weekend, May 5th & 6th.  Please stop by the Registration Desk and say hello, I would love to see you!  I hope you have a fabulous weekend, and I will see you back next Saturday with more fun projects and inspiration!

LeAnn