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Getting Creative for the 4th of July with Ken Oliver

The Fourth of July marks the beginning of summer for some and the middle for others, no matter where it falls in your summer calendar we hope you get a chance to exercise your creative freedom this holiday weekend. We are thankful that we have the freedom to create, even when we may not have the freedom to do all the…

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The 2016 Great American Scrapbook Convention in Arlington, TX

Have you been to a Scrapbooking Show lately? If not, here is a bit about a recent show we attended in Arlington, Texas. If you have not been to a show in a while maybe this will inspire you to plan for the next show in your area. On June 16, 17, and 18 of…

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Creating a Layout with Canvas Corp Mix and Match Pad “Gone Fishing Layout”

Have you tried Canvas Corp Mix and Match Pads? They are made up of 16 different printed papers, printed fabric, burlap, canvas and specialty paper in a wide range of themes that pull it all together for you. Choose the theme and let your creative juices flow. Crew Member, Jennifer Hottinger-Sloan started with the Sand and Sea Mix and Match Pad….

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DIY Pin Boards and Desk Decor

Crew Member Netra Bates is all about creative DIY projects and bringing inspiration to life. So many of Netra’s projects are functional decor items that fill her home with beauty and we love that. Today we are showcasing her office where she has created the sweetest bulletin board and desk accessories. Who says you have to spend a lot to make your office, studio…

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Tea Themed Mixed Media Canvas “Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be Wonderful”

Are coffee or tea on your mind most of the time? It sure is on ours – summer, winter, fall and spring. Maybe a Frappuccino in the spring, an iced tea in the summer, a latte in the fall and a mocha in the winter to warm or cool you off in any season. No matter what…

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DIY Embellished Canvas Planner or Tablet Bag

Canvas Corp has a lot of great canvas blanks that are sewn right here in Springdale, Arkansas. The sewing operation starts with raw canvas or burlap, patterns are cut to order, then the goods move in to be sewn one product at a time. One of our favorite new Canvas Corp blanks is the Tablet Case. Made from natural…

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All American Mantel Décor

Crew Member Alison Osborn puts her heart into her work as you can see in her fanciful interpretation of a U.S. map. In an unexpected combination of wood, glass, fabric and paint, her parade of patriotic symbols across the mantel stirs up the strains of “Stars and Stripes Forever.” Whether you’re patriotic for the day…

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DIY Photo Postcards

We have all heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words”. Well, what if we could put those pictures and those words together? Today we are showing you a fun fast way to use the photos you have to create your own postcards! The Crew embarked on a world-wide Postcard Exchange this month…

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Decorate Your Own Dress Forms

7Gypsies, Altered Art, American Vintage, Crafts, DIY, Fashion, Mixed Media, Paper Crafts, Tattered Angels
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June 21, 2016

The history of the dress form dates back to ancient Egypt. Historians are not sure if they were used to make clothing or hold clothing, but either way they had a job. Over hundreds of years dress forms have come in all shapes and sizes so that clothing could be made properly. Dress forms can be very simple and…

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Vintage Handmade Gift Certificates

Finding the right gift is not always so easy, so creating something special and handmade is a great alternative. Tatiana shares a terrific handmade gift idea that keeps giving long after it is presented. She created handmade gift certificates with a beautiful vintage vibe. Wrapped in paper goodness, these custom gift certificates will mean the most to…