Author Archives: Diana Opiela

Shabby Style Shadowbox

Emeline Seet created this wonderful tone on tone shadowbox. Attic Treasures Collection papers, 5th Avenue chipboard, resin elements, crepe paper and trims to create a wonderful tone on tone project that is both classic and timeless. Emmeline described how she created the lovely flower in the upper right corner: “Crepe paper is great for adding […]

 

Awareness Anya

This cute card was created by Denice of Being Craft-De, That’s Me.  What an adorable way to wrap up Breast Cancer Awareness month! The papers are from Authentique, and the stamps are listed below.  But what I like best about this card is the coloring and the layers.  I don’t often think about stamping on […]

Nutter Butter Bats

 We found these adorable cookies on Pinterest from the Sweet Simple Stuff blog. How cute are these?  And, oh so easy to make! This is what you will need … Nutter Butter cookies, M&M’s, dark chocolate (or candy melts), edible confetti, wax paper and a toothpick … Here are the easy peasy directions (as shown […]

Everyone Needs A Sidekick

What a cute sentiment – and oh, so true!  Mary Johnson created this card and posted it on her blog, Where’s My Creativity? for a Bellarific Friday Sketch Challenge. I have to admit, this is my style of stamping.  I like clean, bold colors and lines.  This card has it all – BLT: Backround, layering & […]

How To Create a 3D Pop Up Card

Nami Nakamura shares how to create a 3D pop up inside a card – with no special tools!  Watch this Tip of the Day video now. You can see more tips and techniques from Nami on the DeNami Design website and blog, or at most Scrapbook Expo events. If you liked this Tip of the […]

Pick Up Tiny Rhinestones & Pearls The Easy Way

Kim Donohue from Tall Mouse Cre8tive Artz shows us a great tool to use for picking up small embellishments on today’s Tip of the Day. Don’t forget Kim’s sharpening tip for the Pick ‘N Place – stick it in the freezer first!  You can find more great items from Tall Mouse Cre8tive Artz on their […]