DIY ~NVELOPE:S 1 DIY envelopes Tnese littJ.e envelope~ai1Bthe perfect complernent tb handrtíadé cards, and can 00 sea.loo with a stíeker, ~lue1 or i/l'fa:l;.. B1:lst .of ali, with a little pr~tic~ they 'Can be made in a fla;¡¡;¡h. ¡ You Willneed ........ Squares ofpaper Ruler ..... .·.. •.···· ....... Pencil Eraser .... ··'•: ' 25

I love to craft and create in various mediums, and over the past several years have delved into paper with enthusiasm. But sadly, I think my biggest hobby may be collecting crafting books. I am always looking to be inspired, and perusing crafting books and magazines are a huge source of that for me. CARDS AND GIFT WRAP 1 Trace the templates and lay them face down on card. Rub to transter, 3 Sc0re aleng the Cut arou_nd the:,ecttJe míddle ot the feather then ·pinch to bend of Y._e'j¡Jf f~tl:te):. along the scered lfne. Cut slíces toward 22 t.J'íe midd!e·to create a featheiy etteet, Tie:'ribb2n arot¡nd.tlie oottQm and attach ti'> gifts. There are several little sidebars featuring tidbits and pictures of the works of various other artists which are quite lovely and inspirational too. MINI GIFT BOX 5 Turn ihe b&x and 6 Fold the sides in as lif.t.up the srde_~· shown, then fold the top point ínto the centre of the box. Turn the box on íts 8 Repeat on, trre side,,9ng push inte ether side. then ,an of th~ ctírners make the other to.:seoure. half of the bóx use sltghtly srnatlef paper for the ether half of the box. 31

Diaries & Calendars

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I'm here because I like origami, quilling, and having fun with paper. I'm also slow to actually make things, so I haven't gotten around to creating any of the projects here - an issue which might be fixed in the future.

Multibuys

The results therefore cover a wide range of approaches and difficulties. Depending on your expectations and needs, that can be both great... or not so great. Five stars. This would be a superlative choice for the home artist, maker's groups and activity groups, school/classroom instruction, or public library acquisition. TAl<:EAWAY GIFT '.BOX Takeaway gift box If you':re planníng on giving somep,Qdy asmall gíft, theee líttle 1)oxe,s. are an ex(?ellE{nt w~ to present, them, 8.iln;ply Iíne them wíth tíssue pcyper and ñll wítñ treatsL They aléo wórk well for faivdurs, Ribbon •. .} 1 Scalpel . . . ........ Ruler Scrap sutface' ..... . . Bone tolder Brush -, • Hole punen ....... Trácing paper ...... • • Pencil ...... - PVA .. Cutting mat · ...... Paper .... •glue . Next up, Invitation to Draw: 99 Drawing Prompts Designed to Inspire Kids’ Creativity by Jean Van’t Hul is a Roost Books title that is grandchild approved. What I received was an introduction to such an extraordinary world, from a very passionate author.. So I call it a great success!