http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/-t1.htm Come visit each month as Scrappy will be adding a new technique for you to try. If there is a technique that you would like to try, just ask Scrappy, it just might be next month's technique ... Tue, 06 May 2008 13:49:29 GMT 10 http://papertreasures.net/fpdb/images/Theme0/ptblogheader.jpg http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/-t1.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/may-2008--hot-glue-seals-t919.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Hot Glue Spots (PHOTOS FORTHCOMING, JUST AS SOON AS I FIND MY CAMERA!!! ) Hey ladies, thanks for allowing me to skip April TOM. I had a lot of ‘catching up’ to do. I’m back and hopefully you will find May’s TOM intriguing. This months TOM involves HOT MELT GLUE. You’ve all seen those seals that appear sometimes on letters and invitations that have an initial on them. This is an economical way to reproduce that effect and have a special place in a layout that houses journaling ... Scrappy's Techniques Tue, 06 May 2008 13:49:29 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/may-2008--hot-glue-seals-t919.htm#3452 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/may-2008--hot-glue-seals-t919.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/technique-of-the-month-t911.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U
Thanks.]]> Scrappy's Techniques Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:09:02 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/technique-of-the-month-t911.htm#3438 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/technique-of-the-month-t911.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/create-the-illusion-of-water-march-2008-t863.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U *** NOTE TO MY FRIENDS: Sorry ladies that I was late with this one. If you have followed comments on my blog, you will have noticed I lost my baby girl ... of the four legged variety. I've been quite distraught about it. Sorry to have delayed in my monthly post. HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS TECHNIQUE! *** Supplies Craft Baggie (Bead sized are great) Clear Tape Red Line Tape Cardstock Hair Gel (Clear or Blue) • PHOTO OF SUPPLIES FORTHCOMING Create your card. In my example I’ll be ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:07:00 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/create-the-illusion-of-water-march-2008-t863.htm#3316 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/create-the-illusion-of-water-march-2008-t863.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/creative-punching-feb-2008-t823.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U This month's technique is something geared towards beginners, but I believe EVERYONE will love it. It's basic and very simple. If you are like me when you start out scrapping, you add lots of punches and scissors to your collection, but then when you're done you aren't quite sure what to do with them. This technique will help you look beyond those 'basic' punches and see new creative possibilities. These techniques do not require a lot of instruction or guidance so I'll just post up ... Scrappy's Techniques Tue, 05 Feb 2008 19:02:13 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/creative-punching-feb-2008-t823.htm#3179 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/creative-punching-feb-2008-t823.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/facial-tissue-stamping-t799.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Facial tissue can be a fantastic tool for scrap enthusiasts. This common household item can help give your stamped images texture and color. Apply ink to your stamp and before stamping your image on the paper add additional ink to the stamp by blotting a piece of facial tissue on a coordinating color of ink and then on the stamp. Then you can repeat the process with a third color to create a multicolored picture. The tissue inking technique works great for accenting scrapbook layouts, cards, ... Scrappy's Techniques Tue, 08 Jan 2008 02:54:52 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/facial-tissue-stamping-t799.htm#3101 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/facial-tissue-stamping-t799.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/bubble-wrap-t735.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Bubble Wrap for Stamping You can create beautiful pages for your scrapbooking with all kinds of material. Take bubble wrap for instance - most people use this product for packaging items so they don't get damaged. Did you know you could use it for scrapbooking? All you need is an inkpad or two, scrapbooking paper and a piece of bubble wrap (your desired size). Load the bubble wrap with ink in the color of your choice and press it firmly onto your cardstock using a twisting motion. ... Scrappy's Techniques Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:54:52 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/bubble-wrap-t735.htm#2939 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/bubble-wrap-t735.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/tear-bears-t700.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Tear Bears "Tear Bears" are all the rage among scrappers. These little paper-piercing creations have taken the industry by storm. There are several different patterns that can be used to create these bears. You can make your own pattern, use one off the Internet or buy a pattern book. SUPPLIES LIST: Handmade mulberry paper (it has to be able to tear easily when wet) Bear or other character pattern (children's coloring books are an awesome place to look) Toothbrush Water ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 07 Nov 2007 14:57:35 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/tear-bears-t700.htm#2813 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/tear-bears-t700.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/marbled-paper-technique-of-the-month-october-2007-t579.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Supplies List Glossy Paper Tim Holtz Adirondack's Alcohol Inks (Gold, Butterscotch, Stream & Wild Plum) Tim Holtz Felt Stamper Tim Holtz Blender Solution (optional) This is so easy to do although it can be quite messy .... but you're really not having fun unless you get a little messy! So gather up the goodies and try this one out! PREP: First and most importantly, protect your work surface! Step 1: Now, take your selected color(s) of ink and add them ... Scrappy's Techniques Sat, 06 Oct 2007 03:15:46 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/marbled-paper-technique-of-the-month-october-2007-t579.htm#2305 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/marbled-paper-technique-of-the-month-october-2007-t579.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/get-inked-t529.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Inking is a scapbooking technique that offers lots of variety. There is no specific way to ink your pages or images. You can't use as little or as much ink as you would like for your project. The creativity is up do you. Ink as much as desired. You will need: · Scrapbooking paper (cardstock, vellum, etc.) · Sponge (dry and clean) · Ink pads (your choice of colors) · Other scrapbook supplies of your choice such as stamps, scrapbooking die cuts, stickers, scrapbooking ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 05 Sep 2007 14:05:03 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/get-inked-t529.htm#2098 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/get-inked-t529.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/scent-sational-cards-august-2007-t467.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Scentsational Cards Ladies, this is another one where you will think that I have flipped my lid. I promise it works and the end results can be quite 'scent'- sational and fun. Give it a shot ... what do you have to lose except a little time and a little bit of supplies. Basic Supplies List VersaMark Embossing Pad (or other embossing pad) Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel (UTEE) Stiff Patterned Paper Heat Gun Coffee Grinds, Unused of course! Step One Make ... Scrappy's Techniques Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:00:48 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/scent-sational-cards-august-2007-t467.htm#1946 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/scent-sational-cards-august-2007-t467.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/faux-soldering-t411.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U SUPPLIES LIST Memory Glass Slides (any size, shape) Metallic Embossing Powder Patterned Paper Provo Crafts Art Accents Tacky Tape 1/8" (redline tape) Dried Flowers or other flat objects(optional) Clear Adhesive Tweezers (NOT OPTIONAL) Heat Gun Lets Get Started.... 1. Cut patterned paper and fit to glass slide. 2. Adhere collage or other element to patterned paper and set aside. 3. Take your slide and run redline tape around the edges ... Scrappy's Techniques Sat, 07 Jul 2007 14:32:49 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/faux-soldering-t411.htm#1802 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/faux-soldering-t411.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/packing-tape-transfer-t368.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Supplies List Clear Packing Tape Warm Water Copy of Photograph Bone Folder Cardstock/Chipboard You can add this great technique to most anything. I have used a black and white copy here and placed it on cardstock. It would look great on a chipboard title. Class is in session, grab a seat and let's get started. First make a color or black and white copy of your photos to use in this technique. You can darken or lighten image on copier to make you image as light ... Scrappy's Techniques Fri, 01 Jun 2007 17:36:08 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/packing-tape-transfer-t368.htm#1690 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/packing-tape-transfer-t368.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/head-in-the-clouds-t342.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Head in the Clouds This is a really simple technique to learn using paper tearing. Supplies: Scrap pieces of cardstock Cardstock (for background) Cosmetic sponge (available at dollar stores) Ink (I used VersaColor's Cyan #19) Tear cardstock into cloud shape and place ontop of your cardstock you will be enhancing. Dab sponge on ink pad. Using the light touch sponge clouds onto your torn paper edges. Make sure to sponge off the edge to get ink ... Scrappy's Techniques Fri, 18 May 2007 13:08:32 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/head-in-the-clouds-t342.htm#1630 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/head-in-the-clouds-t342.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/paper-leather-t249.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Paper Leather We can never find the perfect textured paper.... atleast I can't without driving to Timbucktu or placing a huge order from somewhere for quantities I don't need. Well today you will be learning about adding texture to your own cardstock. This is so simple, you'll wonder why I thought of it first .... remember I'm just a dumb blonde! LOL! Okay, everyone take ther seat ... class is in session..... Supply List Misting Bottle filled with water Cardstock (your ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 04 Apr 2007 15:25:11 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/paper-leather-t249.htm#1338 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/paper-leather-t249.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/pass-the-salt-please-t191.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U Pass the Salt, Please! We all know that too much salt can be unhealthy, however it can bring new life into your crafting! So pull out the salt from your kitchen cabinet and try something new! When you add the salt to the watercolors it literally "sucks-up" the medium/colors and leaves random highlights and even a few "bleached" spots. Just remember that there are many factors that can drastically affect your results, such as amount of water used color and quantity ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 07 Mar 2007 20:21:04 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/pass-the-salt-please-t191.htm#992 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/pass-the-salt-please-t191.htm http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/step-stampin-feb-2007-t190.htm Scrappy Doo 2 U STEP STAMPIN' Have you ever wished that you had an embellishment that could match your stamped background? Save some money …. Make Your Own! This will make an excellent accent to any tag, card, or other paper project. Supplies Needed Craft Foam (or computer mouse pad) Rubber Stamp Cardstock Water Heat Gun (Optional) Glitter, Chalk, fibers (Optional) Cut a piece of paper to fit the stamp image you desire. Immerse cardstock in water then pat dry with paper towel ... Scrappy's Techniques Wed, 07 Mar 2007 20:15:22 GMT http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/step-stampin-feb-2007-t190.htm#991 http://papertreasures.editboard.com/scrappy-s-techniques-f13/step-stampin-feb-2007-t190.htm