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How It’s Made: Recycled Frame Chalkboard

post date iconSeptember 2nd, 2010 author iconKatelyn
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Yes I know my last project was a frame project as well, but I just had to share this chalkboard with you.  I couldn’t wait any longer!  Plus I think the thrifting gods are smiling upon my head this Fall as I keep finding the most gorgeous and perfect frames!  Thank you, thrift gods.

My project today is one I have wanted to make for quite some time.  I needed a new memo board for my kitchen and I had been dying to play with the PLAID chalkboard paint I have been eyeballing at JoAnn Crafts.

Join me for the details on how to make this awesome chalkboard after the jump.

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Katelyn Ryskamp

I live by one simple motto that my father taught me: never stifle creativity.  Whether in my own personal crafting life or in my 2 year old daughter's life this is how we live.  We create.  We let imagination run wild.  No idea is too big, too crazy, or too messy.

I am on the editorial staff for Simply Handmade magazine and I LOVE my job!  I get to create almost daily because of this amazing magazine!

My life outside of work is made up of family, friends, spirituality, sewing, jewelry making, book binding, scrapping, all around creating, and hula hooping.  And it is a good life.

Katelyn's blog: www.littlegreendesigns.blogspot.com

Free Digital Issue: Simply Handmade WINNER!

post date iconAugust 30th, 2010 author iconKatelyn
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We have a winner for Thursday’s Free Digital Issue giveaway!

The random number generator has spoken:

Congratulations Linda!

Please send your full name and a current email address to kryskamp@gmail.com to claim your prize.

Happy Monday!

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Katelyn Ryskamp

I live by one simple motto that my father taught me: never stifle creativity.  Whether in my own personal crafting life or in my 2 year old daughter's life this is how we live.  We create.  We let imagination run wild.  No idea is too big, too crazy, or too messy.

I am on the editorial staff for Simply Handmade magazine and I LOVE my job!  I get to create almost daily because of this amazing magazine!

My life outside of work is made up of family, friends, spirituality, sewing, jewelry making, book binding, scrapping, all around creating, and hula hooping.  And it is a good life.

Katelyn's blog: www.littlegreendesigns.blogspot.com

Free digital issue: Simply Handmade

post date iconAugust 26th, 2010 author iconTammy Morrill
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Hello, ladies! (Said in the voice of Old Spice Man, which I still can’t get out of my head.) We have an awesome giveaway today — free online access to the August-September issue of Simply Handmade. Just leave a comment to enter!

Besides the cute cover project, it’s got lots more great ideas inside, like pretty altered printer’s trays and a tutorial for this clay rose magnet.

Winner will be announced Monday.

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Tammy Morrill

In middle school, I just thought I was being nerdy when I looked for typos on Spirit Week signage – little did I know I was training for a future career in editing. Now a mother of two young children, my days are full of crafting, writing, and activities that amuse the pre-K crowd. I can't get enough vintage typography and poster design, and never met a fabric store I didn't like.

Scrapbook Trends Award Winning Style: Jana Eubank

post date iconAugust 23rd, 2010 author iconJen Gallacher
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Each month in every Scrapbook Trends Magazine issue, Pam Baird, our Editor in Chief, selects a designer with an “Award Winning Style.” In our September 2010 issue, she selected Jana Eubank. Jana has a beautiful sense of design and you can find her work sprinkled through out our magazines. I had the opportunity to ask her a few additional questions in order to highlight her today on our blog!

Name:  Jana Eubank

Blog: From My Feathered Nest

Tell us a little about yourself: I am 34 years old and live in Bountiful, Utah. I am a stay-at-home mom to three daughters and one son, ages 12, 9, 7, and 4. I spend my days dabbling in my scrap room trying my best to avoid housework. Besides scrapping, I love to spend time with my family, write in journals, decorate my home, and catch up on my favorite shows recorded on the DVR.

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Jen Gallacher

I am a designer, writer, and all-around crafter. I write the "Stories to Tell" article for Scrapbook Trends magazine and contribute regularly to the blog. You can also find me on CREATV, the Northridge Publishing video channel. Besides crafting, I enjoy reading, riding my bike, and watching television.

You can learn more about me on my blog: jengallacher.blogspot.com

Simply Handmade Remake: Framed Prints

post date iconAugust 19th, 2010 author iconKatelyn
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In the August/September issue of Simply Handmade we have a great section all about frames and wall hangings.  One project I love is Tammy’s We’re All in This Together framed print.

You can download the print Tammy designed here, but we also had a tip in the magazine that suggested you could complete this same type of project with a saying of your choice. Today I want to share with you my version of this awesome and easy-to-do project!

So come join me, and see how easy it is to customize this project to your liking.

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Katelyn Ryskamp

I live by one simple motto that my father taught me: never stifle creativity.  Whether in my own personal crafting life or in my 2 year old daughter's life this is how we live.  We create.  We let imagination run wild.  No idea is too big, too crazy, or too messy.

I am on the editorial staff for Simply Handmade magazine and I LOVE my job!  I get to create almost daily because of this amazing magazine!

My life outside of work is made up of family, friends, spirituality, sewing, jewelry making, book binding, scrapping, all around creating, and hula hooping.  And it is a good life.

Katelyn's blog: www.littlegreendesigns.blogspot.com

Designer of the Month: Lynnette Kauffman

post date iconAugust 18th, 2010 author iconHannah Craner
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I am so excited to introduce all of you to Lynnette Kauffman. Lynnette is the star of our “Designer of the Month” article in the August 2010 issue of CARDS Magazine. Today, she is here to share with you a card she made exclusively for our blog and answer some of our burning questions.

Name: Lynnette Kauffman
Blog: Netter’s Notables

Welcome, Lynnette! Tell us a little about yourself.
Hi, my name is Lynnette, and I am so excited to be featured on the CARDS blog.  I live in Indianapolis with my husband and our pets.  I have a technical (and stressful) day job, so paper-crafting is a huge stress relief for me.  It’s a creative escape that I embrace, and thankfully my husband is an enthusiastic supporter.  CARDS magazine has been my favorite magazine for inspiration, so when I had my first publication accepted, I was elated.  Then to be asked to be the featured designer was something I had never imagined.
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Hannah Craner

I am a crafter. I love creating in all forms: jewelry-making, needlework, book-binding, sewing, etc. However, my passion is paper crafting.

I am a graphic designer for CARDS magazine. I feel so lucky to work in an industry I love, doing something I am passionate about. When I am not designing the magazine or playing with my three cute kids, you can usually find me with a stamp nearby and paper in hand.

You can see more of Hannah on her blog:

http://sherbetblossom.blogspot.com/

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