{"title":"Pink \u0026 Chocolate Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eIs there anything better than sweet chocolate in pink packaging? We’ve brought this delicious combination of colors together in one place to inspire everything from richly colored mixed-media masterpieces to soft and feminine gift packaging. You'll find an array of cherry pink inks and warm espresso paints, kraft-colored bags and tags, and pastel ribbons and twinein this curated collection. Your sweet treats, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-valentines-day\"\u003ehandmade valentines\u003c\/a\u003e, and other projects will look so pretty in pink and chocolate! \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-neutrals","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Neutrals","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. 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It's the perfect gift to let a friend or loved one know you're thinking about them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile this shawl is luxuriously soft, it is not too heavy, so you can wrap yourself in comfort any time of year. An inside pocket can hold a tissue, eyeglasses, or cell phone. This Dusty Pink Giving Shawl also comes beautifully packaged in its own gift box and includes a keepsake bookmark with a message of encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDusty Pink Giving Shawl Product Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes shawl, keepsake book, and gift box (as shown)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFabric: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasures 27 x 70\"\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging sentiment: We all need a little comfort now and then... A reminder to help us know that we are not alone in the world... That there is someone in our corner, ready with a hug, no matter what. 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Always know you are being thought of, cheered on, and loved for exactly who you are - Someone who is beautiful and wonderfully made.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Demdaco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450838016151,"sku":"5DE-1004140003","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20230413_shawl_pink_001__39345.1692117649.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746728328"},{"product_id":"hooded-wrap-rose-cloud","title":"Hooded Wrap - Rose Cloud","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Hooded Wrap is designed with coziness in mind! It's made from comforting materials and packaged with casual \"thinking-of-you\" messages. 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A reminder to help us know that we are not alone in the world... That there is someone in our corner, ready with a hug, no matter what. Always know you are being thought of, cheered on, and loved for exactly who you are - Someone who is beautiful and wonderfully made.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Demdaco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450855645335,"sku":"5DE-1004440128","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20241031_shawlblue_003__66527.1730920210.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746728864"},{"product_id":"red-giving-shawl","title":"Red Giving Shawl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous, festive Red Shawl is made of the softest material and designed to give whenever someone near or far could use a hug. 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Upon reading it, I was inspired to make my own fashionable work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eI started with a piece of plain white cardstock and used the distress stains to alter the background. You can try the larger strips as I did, or maybe polka dots or another pattern that inspires you.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Tear random strips of patterned paper from the Pretty in Pink paper pad and paper layers pack and glue the pieces on the background around the edges. I sketched the skirt onto a piece of scrap paper using a design inspired by the ones that Julie provides in the book. Cut out the skirt template and then cut the pieces out from patterned paper from the Pretty in Pink paper pad. Do the same with the torso, arms and head. For the legs, I just cut the long thin strips from the same patterned text as the arms.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Assemble all the doll pieces and glue them onto the cardstock. Use a brown marker to draw the hair, and cut a small strip of pink patterned paper to use as the belt. Over the text paper in the bottom right corner that reads “You Look Lovely Today” I add a piece of transparency (that I trimmed) from the Pretty in Pink Peek-A-Boos pack.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In the top right corner, I stamped two birds using the bird from the Birds and Nests Rubber Stamp set. Frame the collage piece and hang anywhere inspiring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452453740695,"sku":"PROJ-0014","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0014__58284.1558392055.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791204"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-simply-shabby-travel-case-project","title":"Simply Shabby Travel Case  Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eBegin cutting the twine handle off the case. 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Thread through pink satin ribbon for the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452469239959,"sku":"PROJ-0138","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0138__45317.1558392623.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791483"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-whimsy-tags-project","title":"Whimsy Tags Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eStamp resist techniques are so easy and really add some interest to your projects. You can use the various stamp resist techniques in mixed-media projects or create some simple, yet elegant tags. For this project, I used a resist technique where I stamp with acrylic paint and then use distress inks (blended) over the stamped image. First ink up your stamps from the Fanciful Whimseys: Portrait Gallerie collection with the Malted Milk acrylic paint dabber and stamp the images onto plain white tags. To speed up the drying process, use the coloriser heat tool to dry the paint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Ink up the Alcohol Ink Applicator tool with some Tattered Rose distress ink and gently blend the ink onto the tag, then ink the applicator tool with some Walnut Stain distress ink and blend it into the tag slightly around the edges. Distress the edges of the tags with the paper distresser tool then ink over the edges with the Walnut Stain ink. Punch a hole in the top of each tag and add some dark brown seam binding ribbon to each tag. If you want the tags to look really aged and distressed, you can always add more brown ink or try crunching up the tag and then flattening it out so it looks worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452471500951,"sku":"PROJ-0161","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0161__02516.1558392718.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791534"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-sweet-pink-chocolate-brown-project","title":"Sweet Pink \u0026 Chocolate Brown Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eBegin with the Scallop Top Round Box Set. Using a piece of vintage French text from the Antique French Paper Bundle I color copied 5 sheets of the paper. Cut the color copies down to size to fit the bottom section of each scallop top box. Glue the papers onto the boxes using Collage Paugeand once they are glued on, paint the Collage Pauge over the paper to seal it. Take the lids of all the boxes and paint them with Mulch and Orchid acrylic paint. Alternate the colors - I started with brown on the top for the largest box. Once the paint has dried take a fine tip paintbrush and paint a small dot in each scallop, using pink dots on the brown tops and brown dots on the pink tops. Once the paint on the tops has dried paint over each top with the Collage Pauge. Stack your boxes to create the look of a cake and tie ribbon around the stack. This project is perfect for a shower or birthday party! Fill the boxes with treats or gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452473565335,"sku":"PROJ-0217","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0217__95780.1558392978.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791654"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-brown-paper-packages-tied-up-with-string-project","title":"Brown Paper Packages Tied Up With String Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eDivine Twine will add just the right touch to any project and gift packing. These quick and easy gift ideas can be created in no time. When you don't have fancy gift wrap and supplies on hand, or if you prefer to just keep it simple with a handmade touch, use your Divine Twine! Use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/twine\"\u003etwine\u003c\/a\u003e to wrap gifts, decoratively package baked goods, and embellish crafting projects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo recreate this look, tie paper bags with green and orange Divine Twine. Seal each package by stamping the labels with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-cavallini-and-company\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/a\u003e stamps in black \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\"\u003eink\u003c\/a\u003e, and attach them to the packages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452474908823,"sku":"PROJ-0277","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0277__31602.1558393067.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791707"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-ruffled-gift-bags-project","title":"Ruffled Gift Bags Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese elegant gift bags are perfect for packaging a birthday present, Mother’s Day gift and much more. The pre-sewn bags are available at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-at-somerset\"\u003eThe Shoppe at Somerset\u003c\/a\u003e. For a pretty embellishment, all I did was sew the Melissa Frances Silk Ribbons around the top edge of the bags.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Add an elegant gift tag to each bag, which you can personalize if needed. On one of the bags, I used a grubby tag and stamped the Par Avion image onto the tag with brown ink. On the other bag I use a piece of ephemera and stamped the word \"confidential\" from the same stamp set onto the tag.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Secure the tags to the bags with an elegant hat pin. Fill the bags with natural kraft tissue to complete your lovely gift.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452511674519,"sku":"PROJ-0699","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0699__68382.1558398782.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792664"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-valentine-pocket-banner-project","title":"Valentine Pocket Banner Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn each envelope, paint a small rectangular swatch roughly with white acrylic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003epaint\u003c\/a\u003e and allow to dry. Cut out various clip art images from the Passion for Pink collage sheet and glue onto each of the envelopes over the white painted areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With a glue dot, attach a rustic heart to each envelope over the pink clip art images. Open the flap of each envelope and using a piece of white or off-white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbons-and-fibers\"\u003eseam binding ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e, sew the ribbon onto the flaps with red or pink thread, connecting each envelope as you sew.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The envelopes come with a white card in each envelope, write a simple love note on each one. Hang your mini banner somewhere fun for Valentine’s Day for a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452511740055,"sku":"PROJ-0701","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0701__73458.1558398787.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792671"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-coffee-break-project","title":"Coffee Break Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoffee – being a very hot commodity at Stampington – our Shoppe Manager created these hand-stamped mini gift bags filled with rich aromatic coffee beans and artfully wrapped with vintage ribbons to give to her java-obsessed officemates. In less than five minutes, and using less than five products, she embellished 5 x 7\" \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enatural jute bags\u003c\/a\u003e by simply stamping \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee-themed stamps\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStazOn Ink\u003c\/a\u003e onto vintage fabric ribbon from our Handmade by Somerset collection. She tied her beautiful, handcrafted ribbon securely around the bags for a final touch. There's no need for stitching in this quick and easy packaging idea!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452512690327,"sku":"PROJ-0724","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0724__55070.1558398924.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792722"},{"product_id":"postal-love-notebook-project","title":"Postal Love Notebook Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=moleskine\"\u003eMoleskine\u003c\/a\u003e notebooks are perfect to alter into a personalized Valentine booklet. Fill the pages with your favorite Valentine quotes and pictures.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To modify the front cover to my liking, I first dabbed some Painterly Pink \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=acrylic\u0026amp;page=1\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e in the upper left corner. Once the paint dried I stamped the postal wavy lines stamp from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-cavallini-and-company\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co. Par Avion Rubber Stamp Set\u003c\/a\u003e, then glued some ephemera that I cut out from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-artchix-studios\"\u003eARTchix Studio Collage Sheet Mail Call collage sheet\u003c\/a\u003e. I also added a heart Valentine sticker from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-cavallini-and-company\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co. Victorian Valentines Petite Parcel Set\u003c\/a\u003e. After that I stamped the circular Paris postal image, also from the Cavallini \u0026amp; Co. Par Avion Rubber Stamp Set.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e On the upper left corner, you can add the “from your sweetheart” quote using stickers from both \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\"\u003eTim Holtz Chit Chat sticker\u003c\/a\u003e booklets (some are from the seasonal book and some from the regular one.) On the bottom left corner stamp the lovebird’s image from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-cavallini-and-company\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co. Mini Vintage Love Notes Rubber Stamp Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To embellish the inside pages I used a mixture of red and pink acrylic paints, added some vintage French text, and stamped gold paint with the X design using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5GZ\"\u003eGlitz Design Roller Wild and Free Doodle Stamp\u003c\/a\u003e. Use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artist-pens-and-markers\"\u003eblack journaling pen\u003c\/a\u003e to write the recipients address onto the front of the book, and to journal on the pages.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When it’s time to seal the book closed, dab some pink paint on the back and seal with another sticker from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-cavallini-and-company\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co. Victorian Valentines Petite Parcel Set\u003c\/a\u003e. Now it's ready to send to that special someone to show them how much they are loved this Valentine's Day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border: thin dotted #990000; width: 575px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #98996d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eYou will also \u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e these publications: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/The-Stampers-Sampler-Dec-Jan-2012\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 130px; height: 130px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/cache\/data\/issueImages\/1SAM-1201-The-Stampers-Sampler-Dec-Jan-2012-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Holidays-and-Celebrations-2013-Volume-7\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-HOL13-Somerset-Holidays-Celebrations-2013-Volume-7.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Holidays and Celebrations 2013 Volume 7\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/The-Stampers-Sampler-Winter-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SAM-1401-The-Stampers-Sampler-Winter-2014.jpg\" alt=\"The Stampers Sampler Winter 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452516458647,"sku":"PROJ-0825","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0825__83791.1558401127.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792934"},{"product_id":"mixed-media-love-canvases-project","title":"Mixed-Media Love Canvases Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese mini love-themed canvases are a fun way to get inspired for Valentine’s Day. They’re perfect for hanging up at home, or giving to a loved one.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Start by painting some small canvases (mine are 5.5 x 7 inches) with a coral colored \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e. Stencil over the coral using a mint and also black acrylic paint. I used the The Crafter's Workshop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eWell Rounded Stencil\u003c\/a\u003e to add texture to the background. I used foam brushes to stencil with, however if you’re working on a larger surface I suggest using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=brayer\"\u003ebrayer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Glue various \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/project-life\"\u003eProject Life cards\u003c\/a\u003e to the center of each canvas. Then using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/prima-marketing-collection\"\u003ePrima Marketing Stitched Cling Stamps\u003c\/a\u003e, stamp the stitch designs over each card using \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\"\u003eblack ink\u003c\/a\u003e. Attach some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solid-tapes\"\u003esolid green washi\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=graffiti\"\u003egraffiti washi tape\u003c\/a\u003e in various areas of the canvas to add a little “edginess.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452516753559,"sku":"PROJ-0828","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0828__96646.1558401175.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792942"},{"product_id":"printable-recipe-on-treats-bags-project","title":"Printable Recipe on Treat Bags Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpruce up your packaging by printing a recipe directly onto \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\"\u003eKraft bags\u003c\/a\u003e, before filling them with homemade cookies.This way when your friends and family try the cookies, they will also get to take the recipe with them!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Type up your recipe and make any desired adjustments to the font, text size, and alignment. When you are ready to print on the bags, place the Kraft bag into the printer with the pinch bottom (closed end) of the bag in the printer. If you try to run it through with the open end down it will most likely jam the printer. You will need to rotate the text before printing. For Word 2007: go to Print \u0026gt; Properties \u0026gt; Page Layout and then select Rotate by 180 degrees. Select the paper size as user defined.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Finish the bags off with some simple twine or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbons-and-fibers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003escrapper’s floss\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452520685719,"sku":"PROJ-0841","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0841__74292.1558401610.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792968"},{"product_id":"because-im-happy-gift-wrap-project","title":"Because I'm Happy Gift Wrap Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI’m always looking for new, creative ways to wrap gifts. There’s nothing I love better than presenting a beautifully wrapped gift to a loved one and seeing how happy and excited they get! When I saw Prima Marketing’s colored wire threads, I immediately started thinking of the interesting wire words I could make, and where I could place them so that they could have the most impact. After playing with the wire for a little bit, I realized that it can be used a lot like ribbon; it can be tied in a knot and easily wraps around objects. I knew that a gift box would be the perfect way to showcase the versatility of this very unique wire thread.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBecause I’m Happy Gift Wrap Project Tutorial\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo re-create this gift box, use a pencil dipped in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/color\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e to stamp dots on a kraft gift box. Next, wrap the gift with seam binding, and then again using Stark White colored wire thread. Lastly, create the word “Happy” with the Sweet Pink colored wire thread, and attach to the box with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edecorative washi tape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e There you have it, a beautifully wrapped gift that can easily be personalized for anyone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452522619031,"sku":"PROJ-0868","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0868_2__41065.1558402114.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793034"},{"product_id":"dream-on-banner-project","title":"Dream On Banner Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn my circle of friends, babies (either on-the-way or already here) are abundant. I try to always make something for my girlfriends who are expecting; I think gifting something unique and handmade at a baby shower is a thoughtful way to show a friend that you really care. This banner would make a great gift for a friend who loves floral prints and pink shades. It was so simple to make — you could easily replicate this project in under an hour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDream On Banner Tutorial:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eStart by applying \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003egesso\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\/\"\u003echipboard pieces\u003c\/a\u003e with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\/\"\u003efoam brush\u003c\/a\u003e, and set aside to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When the chipboard has dried, lightly apply \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\"\u003eDistress Stain\u003c\/a\u003e to give it a little color.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Trim \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paper-collections\/\"\u003efloral-patterned pape\u003c\/a\u003er to fit each chipboard shape, and attach with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\/\"\u003epatterned washi tape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Next, scoop texture paste into a bowl, and add a few drops of Distress Ink. Mix the paste thoroughly with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003epalette knife\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once your texture paste is mixed, align \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\/\"\u003eletter stencil\u003c\/a\u003e onto chipboard pieces, and apply texture paste, smoothing everything as you go.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When you are satisfied with the look, gently lift the stencil and clean immediately (before the paste has time to dry, otherwise it might ruin your stencil).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Set aside each chipboard piece to dry, and then attach all pieces with a hand-dyed ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452523503767,"sku":"PROJ-0890","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0890__16998.1558402448.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793084"},{"product_id":"tackling-the-tiny-tube-trend-projects","title":"Tackling the Tiny Tube Trend","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor a couple of years now I’ve had a lot of fun creating with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bottles-and-jars\"\u003etest tubes and glass vials\u003c\/a\u003e. They’re the perfect vessel for just about anything. In the past I’ve packaged hot cocoa, bath salts, and letters for friends inside of them. When I started seeing more and more people use tiny test tubes in their crafting, I knew I had to give them a try. Who can resist something that tiny?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe challenge with these tiny tubes is that you really can’t fit a whole lot inside them. I decided to fill them up with a bit of glitter and mica as well as tuck a note inside one of them. Once each tube was filled, I added a word or name to a couple of them. I still didn’t know what to do with them but my messy desk, still full of empty boxes from a wrapping project, provided me with inspiration. They were perfect as gift toppers! Even better, the recipient can keep the test tube to use as a bookmark or everyday ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFaux Soldering Technique:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eI did attempt a new technique I learned from Abby Bastedo on one of the test tubes. In the Autumn 2015 issue of \u003cem\u003eSomerset Life\u003c\/em\u003e, she shares a faux soldering technique she stumbled upon. Simply coat the top of the tube with hot glue and when dry, paint with a mixture of black and silver paint. To see the full technique, learn how to create stunning ornaments, and see how to fit an entire birthday celebration in a single tube, be sure to pick up the Autumn 2015 issue of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Life-Autumn-2015\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomerset Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/assets\/parts\/christen-olivarez.jpg\" alt=\"\" height=\"150\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd width=\"75%\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eAbout the Artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Christen Hammons is the director of publishing for Stampington \u0026amp; 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