Author Archives: RaeInReno

Holiday Leftover Masterpiece

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Do you love holiday leftovers?  I do!  And sometimes holiday leftovers yield amazing results, even in the paper crafting world. Proof, this Holiday Leftover Masterpiece. Here it is, a “Frightful-Beautiful Blooms-Sweet As Pie-Merry & Bright Holiday Wreath.”  Whew…that was a mouthful! This wreath is created by pulling apart or using leftovers from Simply Created Kits and combining them with two Paper Pumpkin Kits.  Leftovers yield beautiful results!  Well, if … Continue reading →

Paper Pumpkin Pie Construction

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Caution!  My Paper Pumpkin pie under construction.  Well, kind of. I know you’re used to seeing finished projects here but I thought it would be fun to share a “work in progress” also. October’s Paper Pumpkin Pie Kit has subscribers assemble eight cute treat box wedges.  When arranged, they create a Paper Pumpkin Pie.  (see photo below). Super cute idea … Continue reading →

Merry Little Tree for My Pals

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I’ve got a merry little tree for the Pals Paper Arts Color Challenge today. Love this trio of rich, outdoorsy colors.  I can almost smell the forest. This calls for a project using the Festival of Trees Photopolymer Stamp Set (#135059) and On Point Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (#135876).   After recently ordering this set in the bundle (Tree Punch … Continue reading →

Witchy Women Riding Brooms!

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Happy Halloween!  I had a terrible Halloween Crash when test driving my new broom.  You see, I planned on flying out your way with some fun.  Drats! Well, at least the only thing bruised is my pride. Beware of witchy women riding brooms! All kidding aside, this treat bag is created for you using the September Paper Pumpkin Kit.  With … Continue reading →

Pretty Packages for You

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Happy Monday!  Look at the pretty packages created with some favorite Stampin’ Up! products.  Just love these. My favorite is the treat holder created with one of the Gift Card Enclosures (#136662).  We learned this technique (turning a Gift Card Enclosure into a Gift Box) at the 2014 Create.Inspire.Share Event by Stampin’ Up! Here’s how: Score three flap at 1/2″ … Continue reading →

Paper Piercing WOW PPA225

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When is a layer not a layer?  When it’s several rows of paper piercing. Welcome to Thursday’s challenge with Pals Paper Arts Design Team. If you were to ask, “Rae, what’s your favorite tool?”, you’d get an immediate, “Paper Piercing Templates, hands down!”  When I’m struggling with a design they come to the rescue.  But that’s not the only reason. … Continue reading →

Curvy Keepsake Wooden Box

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Are you tired of the Curvy Keepsake Box yet? Sure hope not. I’ve seen so many great ideas for this Thinlit on Pinterest.  I created this “wooden” version for a newsletter group I participate in September and am now able to share it with you. Don’t let the wood texture intimidate you.  It’s simple! Cut the shape using the Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlet … Continue reading →