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Find the inspiration you're looking for, with free projects and clever packaging ideas, or gather the supplies you need to make one-of-a-kind decorations and more in our brand-new Americana Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003eYou Might Also Like:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airmail-collection\"\u003eAirmail Collection\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-aqua-and-poppy-red\"\u003eAqua and Poppy Red Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"apronology-2014-volume-6","title":"Apronology 2014 Volume 6 — Digital Only","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne thing about \u003cem\u003eApronology\u003c\/em\u003e that can’t be denied is that this magazine is full of heart. True apronologists pour so much of their passion and affection for this garment into their work, and it shows on the pages of our latest issue! This time around you will find unconventional styles, including two-piece and convertible aprons that will inspire and charm you to no end. Also featured are Trish Vernazza’s flirty and flouncy signature aprons, which are simply irresistible. Looking for something less traditional and more artistic? Leeann Pearce has a mixed-media-inspired apron that is sure to unleash the creative artist in you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apronology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450624401559,"sku":"1Apr-14PDF","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/1APR-14-Apronology-2014-Volume-6__28429.1558395991.1280.1280__37749.1597862111.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759331853"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-wedding-table-favors-project","title":"Wedding Table Favors Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI love a good repurposed\/greencraft project. I recently acquired some old wine glasses from a friend and simply didn’t need them at home so I thought I would repurpose them and create a wedding favor project. This can also be done for any type of party where a wine glass would be suitable for adding favors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlcohol inks work wonderfully on non-porous surfaces. You can create unique effects by blending various colors together, or just use one color. I chose to use a light blue that is suitable for weddings. First squirt some of the blue \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spray-inks\"\u003ealcohol ink\u003c\/a\u003e onto the applicator, then dab it around the glass. Use the silver ink, by squirting some drops of it directly on the glass and let it run down. Put the glasses aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdd a little wedding bling to the project by tying some white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=seam%20binding\"\u003eseam binding ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e around the neck of the glass and securing a bow. Add a brooch embellishment to the center of the bow. Fill the glasses with yummy treats or any kind of handmade favor!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote - Ranger Alcohol Inks are non-toxic; however, we recommend you take care when altering items to use for food storage with any kind of paint or ink.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452453544087,"sku":"PROJ-0011","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0011__34517.1558392044.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791198"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-love-lives-here-project","title":"Love Lives Here Project by Kristen Robinson","description":"\u003cp\u003eValentine’s Day is of course one of my favorite holidays. Full of romance and delights, it is a special day not only full of iconic charm, but moments to share our feelings with those we love. To say I am truly addicted to these charming wee houses by Stampington is an understatement; and while I am using them in a Valentine project here, I envision a great many other applications for them as well. Gather up a few supplies, and create this charming project that is sure to warm not only your home, but also the hearts of those you love.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eTips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - A quick easy way to create polka dots is to use the end of a small paintbrush handle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 775px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"justify\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eMarket List:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWooden Houses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhite Acrylic Paint – Eco Crafts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand Acrylic Paint – Eco Crafts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRed Acrylic Paint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRed and White Fabric Tape\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSheet Music\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRed Cardstock\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlack and White Polka Dot Cardstock\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCrepe Paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSilver Glass Glitter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCrème Burlap\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRed Felt\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eButtons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"justify\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eScallop Scissors or Scallop Blade for Paper Trimmer – Fiskars\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScalloped Circle Punch Small and Large\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLove printed on crème cardstock (14pt font in American Typewriter)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLives printed on crème cardstock (12pt font in American Typewriter)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHere printed on crème cardstock (12pt font in American Typewriter)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeart Punch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaper Trimmer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaintbrush\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGlue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFabric Scissors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eLove House:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Begin by painting the house with White Acrylic Paint. Once this has dried add a layer of Sand Acrylic Paint, wipe away the excess paint prior to it drying. Once the paint has dried, place a strip of red and white fabric tape across the bottom of the house. To the top of the house, place red polka dots with red acrylic paint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With a large scallop punch create a background using polka dot paper. Using the smaller punch and the crepe paper punch a smaller shape. Glue the smaller scalloped circle to the larger. To the top of the crepe paper glue a polka dot heart. Cut a smaller heart out of red cardstock and glue this to the top of the larger heart. To the perimeter of the large scallop, glue silver glass glitter. Once the glitter has dried, adhere the scalloped shape to the front and center of the house.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Glue one small button to the bottom right hand side of the house and add the word \"love\" to the bottom left side.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eLives House:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Begin by painting the house with White Acrylic Paint. Once this has dried add a layer of Sand Acrylic Paint, wipe away the excess paint prior to it drying. Once the paint has dried, place a strip of red and white fabric tape onto the left side of the house.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To the top sides of the house, glue two strips of sheet music that has been cut with either scalloped scissors or a scallop blade on a paper trimmer. Cut a small piece of crème burlap as well as a smaller piece of red felt, and glue the felt to the top of the burlap. Glue this fabric stack to the front of the house.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To the top of the fabric, glue the word \"lives.\" Secure a button to the top of the fabric stack to finish this house.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eHere House:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As you did with the previous two houses, paint the wood and let dry. To the top sides of the house, adhere red fabric tape. To the center of the tape (at the peak of the roof) glue one small heart. Under the heart glue three small buttons.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Either punch out or cut a heart using sheet music. From the red felt, cut a wee heart and glue to the top of the sheet music heart. Glue this to the front center of the house. To the bottom front of the house, glue a strip of sheet music, then glue the word “here” to the bottom left-hand corner. For the final step, place polka dots around the perimeter of the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452456525975,"sku":"PROJ-0033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0033__80019.1558392127.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791246"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-picnic-style-place-cards-project","title":"Picnic Style Place Cards Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake a special place card for each guest so they know where to sit at your summer gathering, and the cards can also double as a keepsake! Stamp the word \"for\" from the Cavallini Numbers and Symbols stamp set onto a large grubby tag with black ink. Attach a red ticket to the center of each tag, and write a guest's name on the ticket. Attach a piece of Penny fabric tape to each tag. To make the tag \"stand up,\" use a large red clothespin. Place these decorative place-holding cards around the table accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452462981271,"sku":"PROJ-0110","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0110__46652.1558392506.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791419"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-utensils-and-napkins-basket-summer-celebrations-project","title":"Utensils and Napkins Basket Project by Kerri Winterstein","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your next Summer Celebration (or any party for that matter!) display your utensils, napkins, and straws creatively. Kerri Winterstein wrapped each utensil set with a simple white napkin and then secured the bundle with various designs of fabric tape! For the extra napkins, she bundled them up with some Cherry Divine Twine and then attached a red ticket with a mini white clothespin. To accent the basket, she added a strip of the red striped fabric tape around the top edge. Kerri also added an altered tag to the front of the basket. To create the tag, stamp the spoon image straight onto a grubby tag. Next, stamp the \"From my Kitchen to Yours\" image from the Poultry Party Stamp Set onto a white ticket, and attach this to the tag with a mini red clothespin. Celebrating is so much more fun when the essentials are displayed as artfully as these are!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452463079575,"sku":"PROJ-0108","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0108__71885.1558392503.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791420"},{"product_id":"patriotic-table-decor-project","title":"Patriotic Table Décor","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great way to \"green\" craft and repurpose old jars is by transforming them into storage and decorative containers! I tend to create a lot of projects with old jars, but they are simply so easy to work with and can fit any budget because they are very inexpensive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I started this project by gluing the tissue paper straight onto the glass jars with eco-friendly matte medium. Tear up large pieces of the tissue paper, and simply glue them on. Once the entire jar is covered, gently paint over the tissue paper to help seal it to the glass. Allow all of the jars to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cut out some patriotic images from the Celebrate America Collage Pack. You can either glue them onto the jars or secure them by wrapping some red scrapper's floss around the image on the jars. If you don't glue the images on, you can remove them once the holiday is over, and use the jars for everyday storage or décor!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452463341719,"sku":"PROJ-0114","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0114__52004.1558392513.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791428"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-sweet-tooth-project","title":"Sweet Tooth Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a little character to your valentine treats with this sweet yet simple idea! Using plain vanilla cupcakes with red frosting, I added some little flags for some Valentine flair. I used toothpicks and added the black with white polka dots 7gypsies paper tape to the toothpicks then cut off the edges to create the triangle\/flag shape. Stick one in each cupcake. To compliment the flags I decided to use the same tape to create a mini banner. Fold a small piece of tape in half and cut off the edges to create the triangle. Use a small hole punch and punch two holes in each triangle. Thread some Cherry Bakers Twine through the triangles to create the banner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452471140503,"sku":"PROJ-0152","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0152__81051.1558392686.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791517"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-celebrate-your-independence-project","title":"Celebrate Your Independence Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate this quick and easy project to add some patriotic touches to your home for July 4th! Start with the silver dog tags. Cut out images from our military ATC padso that they fit inside the dog tag frame. Glue the image onto the frame with adhesive. Then use Diamond Glaze over the top of the entire image to give it a nice clear finish and to seal it.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once the dog tag pendants have dried, thread some white or red Scrappers Floss through them and tie them around red and white candles. Display anywhere in your home for the 4th of July or any time!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452479463575,"sku":"PROJ-0405","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0405__80452.1558393603.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791976"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-americana-shadow-box-project","title":"Americana Shadow Box Project by Sarah Meehan","description":"\u003cp\u003eCover a Blank Board Box with strips of red, white and blue papers from the Modern Romance Pack in a flag motif. Crumple a small strip of aluminum foil to create a unique texture, then flatten the strip out and attach to the back of medium and large Buckle Up Stars using Mini Glue Dots. Trim the excess foil. Use overlapping Americana Labelsto cover the inside of the front cover of the box.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Print out a map of New York from \"Instant Memories - Travel\" and trim to fit inside the box. Affix the map, and use strips of papers from the Modern Romance Pack to cover the frames around both compartments. Cut out the pin-up girl from the Americana Labels and attach her to the background using a piece of cardboard to make her pop out. Stamp \"Liberty\" onto a die-cut from the Modern Romance Pack and affix it to the bottom panel of the frame. 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