1 hour
Patterned paper, chipboard sticker, rub-ons, ribbon, brads, thread, pop dots
I’m really into doing mini collages right now… it’s such an easy way to put a page together, and you just can’t go wrong.
To make my journaling tab look like it was torn from a notebook, I used a small hole punch to make a row of circles, and then tore off the top of the paper.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
2 hours
Wooden board, wooden pegs, ceramic tiles, Mod Podge, acrylic paint, glue, sandpaper, wooden letters for photos, hardware for hanging board
I took photos of each family member holding a different wooden letter, spelling out our last name. I then change the photos to black and white and cropped them to 4×4 and adhered them with Mod Podge to the ceramic coaster tiles. Now each family member has their own spot to hang their things… even the dog!
When adhering photos to tiles, put a thin layer of Mod Podge on the tile. Then center the photo on the tile. Lay a paper towel over the photo, and rub firmly with your thumb, from the middle to the outer edges. This prevents bubbles while keeping your photo free of fingerprints and smudges. Once it’s dry, add another thin coat of Mod Podge to seal your photo.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT. All supplies can be found at Porter’s in Rexburg.
2 hours
Embroidery hoop, fine wire, butterfly punch, vellum, clear thread, pink and white ribbon, tulle, glue dots
I scraplifted this idea from http://studio5.ksl.com/index.php?nid=61&sid=7500341. They have a how-to video on their site.
The site says to use 17 strands of butterflies. I only used 9.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
30 mins
Patterned paper, cardstock, metal numbers, heart brad, fabric flower, ticket, letter cutout, butterfly rub ons, bottle cap, metal clip, ribbon, pearl dots
I wanted an unexpected color palette, so I paired papers and goodies from a few different lines.
When using paper cutouts, try crumpling, curling the edges, or adding pop dots to give your page more dimension.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
1 hour
Patterned paper, cardstock stickers, felt, chipboard bracket, paint, pop dots, clock hand with brad, border punch
I made this layout featuring the lullaby I sang to baby every night, “Godspeed.”
Mix some acrylic paint with water and splatter with a paintbrush for a little bit of color and texture.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
2 hrs
Floating frame, metal keys, bottle cap, fabric, buttons, tickets, chipboard letter, fabric letters, charms, patterned paper
A second frame for the Idaho Falls store.
If you have sticky residue from labels on your glass, you can smear a little peanut butter on it. The oil will help it come off easily.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
2 hrs
Floating frame, metal keys, tickets, metal heart, metal locks, bottle cap, fabric, metal charm, buttons, patterned paper
This frame has 4 layers of glass. The first is protective, the second has my photos, the third has my embellishments, and the fourth has fabric squares.
If you want to make a grid like this, cut all your photos, papers, and fabrics to 2 inch squares (or use a 2 inch punch). Next take out the layers of glass. Use a dry erase marker to draw a grid on a sheet of glass. Then layer another sheet of glass on top of it so it’s easy to get perfect placement for all your squares. When you’re finished, wash the marker off and use that sheet for the top protective layer.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
1 hr 30 mins
Mini album, patterned paper, brads, stickers, ribbon, binder rings, ink
I love this robot paper!
When making a mini album, I like to cut the prongs off my brads and adhere them with glue dots instead.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
1 hr
Fabric, tulle, buttons, thread, hot glue gun, felt, hairclip
Whether you’re 10 or 20, you can get away with wearing these funky flowers.
Sew loose stitches in a circle under your button. Then pull tight to scrunch the fabric and give your bow more dimension.
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT.
with kit, without
1 hr with kit, 3 hours without
Acrylic, cardstock, patterned paper, stamps, ink, buttons, ribbon, lace, journaling blocks
It’s a mother’s job to give her children advice and direction. Whether it’s serious (“be a leader”) or silly (“check for toilet paper first“), kids should listen because Mother Knows Best. This album has more than a dozen journaling spots for you to leave advice. Or, fill out the album with the sound advice your mother gave you. Either way, it makes a great keepsake to pass on.
I was stamping ALL WEEKEND. Why oh why did I not scan and print the stamps instead?
This is a PORTER’S PROJECT. Kits may still be available at Porter’s in Rexburg.
