{"title":"Pastel Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft and light, these muted pastel hues will add a subtle, feminine touch to any project. With over 100 paints, tapes, papers, and bags — plus tons of creative ways to use them — this collection is sure to put a little spring in your step. Get DIY ideas home décor and art journal pages, or find crafting supplies for Mother’s Day, springtime celebrations, or wedding and baby showers. Or if you're in more of a ready-made mood, our beautiful Papaya Art products add a little artistry to your everyday living, or make easy, artful gifts for others. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-ink-crayons-set-pastels","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Ink Crayons Set - Pastels","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set — Pastels Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 6 colors — Spun Sugar, Dried Marigold, Cracked Pistachio, Tumbled Glass, Shaded Lilac, Frayed Burlap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450742923415,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51756","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/5RR-TDBK51756-Ranger-Ink-Distress-Ink-Crayons-Set-5-Pastels__63545.1630712107.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746724757"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-vintage-elegance","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Vintage Elegance","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Vintage Elegance Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 6 colors — Aged Mahogany, Wild Honey, Tea Dye, Forest Moss, Iced Spruce, Gathered Twigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450799972503,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51800","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20210115_NewRanger_05__35024.1634859878.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746727167"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-around-the-house","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Around the House","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Ranger Ink Distress Ink Crayons Set - Around the House\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":12801,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Roboto\",\"16\":11}'\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set Around the House\u003c\/span\u003e Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn Lipstick, Carved Pumpkin, Mowed Lawn, Broken China, Blueprint Sketch, Victorian Velvet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450800005271,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51763","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20210115_NewRanger_01__64023.1657814639.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746727168"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-under-the-sea","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Under the Sea","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Under the Sea Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFired Brick, Abandoned Coral, Crushed Olive, Evergreen Bough, Stormy Sky, Ground Espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450800103575,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51770","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/5RR-TDBK51770__03689.1657814615.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746727174"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-sophisticated-pastels","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Sophisticated Pastels","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set - Sophisticated Pastels Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTattered Rose, Scattered Straw, Shabby Shutters, Weathered Wood, Old Paper, Milled Lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450800136343,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51787","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20210115_NewRanger_03__73276.1648577633.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746727173"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-on-the-farm","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set - On the Farm","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set - On the Farm Details:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarn Door, Ripe Persimmon, Pine Needle, Faded Jeans, Dusty Concord, Brushed Corduroy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450800169111,"sku":"5RR-TDBK51794","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/5RR-TDBK51794__97745.1649445844.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746727176"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-crayons-set-into-the-blue","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Crayons Set — Into the Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eTim Holtz’s Distress Crayons are perfect for adding vibrant color effects to any porous surface. These smooth, water-reactive pigments will have you achieving bright backgrounds, beautiful watercolor pieces, and more. Color directly onto the surface and easily blend with water. They are also pair perfectly with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRanger Ink Distress Crayons Set - On the Farm Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450837033111,"sku":"5RR-TDBK79682","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/1080sq__47820.1685646437.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746728249"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-parchment-petal-pots-project","title":"Parchment Petal Pots Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI never grow tired of creating home décor projects. The process of creating something personal or seasonal with a color palette that matches my current décor is always a project that leaves me feeling good--mostly because the artwork always gets displayed and enjoyed rather than tucked away in the back of a cupboard somewhere.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Flower embellishments are always useful, but I wasn’t in the mood for a paper crafting project so I decided to use them on old branches. I have seen many inspiring pictures on Pinterest of similar projects so I thought I would give it a whirl. Since the flowers are brown, I decided to spray-paint the branches white to make them really pop. I used spray-paint, but a white acrylic paint also works well.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Use a few tea tins or even old recycled cans for the vase. Give them a light sanding first and then paint them white also, just a rough coat (it doesn’t have to be perfect). Alter the tins using various Almanac journaling note. Attach the note to the tin with adhesive, then tie a piece of coordinating \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=seam%20binding\"\u003eseam binding ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e around the center.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Insert all the branches into the tins, stuffing the tins with white tissue paper to fill the spaces. Use glue dots or the adhesive of your choice to secure the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=Parchment%20Petals\"\u003evarious parchment petals\u003c\/a\u003e onto the branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452453937303,"sku":"PROJ-0016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0016__20107.1558392059.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791209"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-whimsy-tote-bag-project","title":"Whimsy Tote Bag Project by Claudine Hellmuth","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis whimsical tote bag by \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-claudine-hellmuth\"\u003eClaudine Hellmuth\u003c\/a\u003e features the new layering stamps and paints from her namesake collection! Also featured are some fun new stencils by Julie Fei-Fan Balzar. Try using any of the ready-to-alter craft totes available at The Shoppe for your blank canvas!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To begin, apply the Claudine Hellmuth Studio Yellow Pastel paint to an ink blending tool with a foam applicator. Tap the ink blending tool onto the Creative Layers Foam Stamp from the Dwelling set. Stamp directly onto canvas tote bag. Studio paints are 100% waterproof so you can use them on fabric applications! Continue stamping the Creative Layers foam stamps in a variety of colors until you have a design that you like.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To add black outlines to your foam stamped images, use the Rock-a-Block as your stamp mount, and stamp with either Ranger Archival Black Ink or StazOn Ink and the Creative Layers Clear stamps from the Bloom set.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Use the blending tool with stencils. Add dimensional dots around the flowers using the nib of the mini Studio paints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452458721431,"sku":"PROJ-0061","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0061__44781.1558392251.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791309"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-pretty-packages-project","title":"Pretty Packages Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eHappiness is sometimes simply receiving a pretty package, and the ones featured here will brighten up anyone’s day! They are perfect for invitations, notes, greetings and more. Simply cut out your favorite designs from the Daily Junque paper pack. Glue the pieces of paper onto the various glassine envelopes using and adhesive runner. Stamp preferred designs from the Daily Junque stamp set onto various envelopes using Stazon Ink because the envelopes have a slick surface. Tie up each package with the Daily Junque twine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452460490903,"sku":"PROJ-0086","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0086__55143.1558392394.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791366"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-paris-papeterie-project","title":"Paris Papeterie Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Stampmaker Kit will really change the way you create. You can create your own custom stamps using personal photographs, illustrations, ephemera and much more. Remember to watch all the FREE how-to videos, read the instructions carefully, and you will be on your way to creating personal stamps and projects like this one!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Using the new Teresa Collins Stampmaker, I made my own custom stamps for this project. I first scanned French ephemera and saved the image files to my computer. Using the software and instructions from the Stampmaker Kit, I printed my images onto the film and created my two stamps by following the step-by-step instructions within the kit. \u003c!-- You can see  these ephemera images below the steps that I graphically turned into a  stamp.  The ephemera pieces are also available as a FREE download!  Just  right click on the images and save them to your computer.--\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To create my cards I simply stamped my image onto pieces of Botanical patterned paper and vintage French ephemera using a burgundy colored ink. Layering other pieces of the Botanical patterned paper, I then stamped images onto plain white cards. If you want the pieces of paper and ephemera to pop you can lightly ink the edges of the papers. Embellish with simple strips of peach-colored paper tape. Using a burgundy floss (available soon at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-at-somerset\"\u003eThe Shoppe at Somerset\u003c\/a\u003e!) tie pieces around the cards as desired, and attach one white button to each card.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Using the other stamp I created, I stamped the back of the envelopes to add some interest. You may also finish it with some more of the peach-colored paper tape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452461736087,"sku":"PROJ-0102","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0102__86219.1558392483.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791404"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-message-in-a-bottle-tags-project","title":"Message in a Bottle Tags Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate some beach-themed \"message in a bottle\" tags in next to no time! I began by cutting out three small tags from the blue patterned papers in the Tim Holtz Shabby Vintage paper stack. Distress the edges lightly with brown ink and punch a hole into each tag. Cut some small rectangular strips of the same blue paper and write your message on the strip, then roll it up and insert the messages inside the mini bottles. Tie a piece of black twine around the neck of each bottle and then attach the bottles to the tags. Stamp the \"To\" stamp from the Cavallini \u0026amp; Co. Stamp Set onto each tag with brown ink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452473106583,"sku":"PROJ-0206","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0206__93085.1558392930.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791630"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-believe-in-the-truth-mixed-media-journal-project","title":"Believe in the Truth Mixed-Media Journal Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart by gluing some vintage book text to the bottom of the cover of a moleskinenotebook. Water down some blue acrylic paint and roughly paint over the cover of the notebook and allow the paint to dry. Stamp the flower from the Garden Melange Trim twice onto the cover with black ink and then stamp the scratchy looking grunge stamp from the Slight Alterations stamp set onto the right side of the notebook.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cut a strip of the She Art patterned paper with the black text and glue it to the bottom of the cover. Add some simple washi tape to help secure the paper.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Try using a 7gypsies vintage clip to keep the book securely closed. Fill your notebook with poems, journal entries, to-do lists and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452476547223,"sku":"PROJ-0319","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0319__99548.1558393264.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791790"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-art-journal-inspirational-project","title":"Art Journal Inspirational Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Creative Journal by Dyan Reaveley is the perfect palette for art journalers and mixed-media artists. I decided to try creating an art journal page and test out the paper which is of superior quality, along with new Faber-Castell crayons which are smooth and creamy.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I started by stamping the Lily Doodle stamp design across the middle of two of the pages using black \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=stazon\"\u003eStazOn\u003c\/a\u003e. Using a white crayon, I colored in various areas of the flowers. I then used the alcohol ink applicator with Distress Inks and lightly rubbed the inks over the flowers. This created a “crayon resist” so that where I colored in white stayed white and the rest of the area was colored with the Distress Inks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e On the rest of the journal page I added various elements including patterned papers, washi tape, stamping and some extra crayon coloring in. On the blue patterned paper I used, I painted over it with a light coat of gesso and water, and on the polka dot paper I covered it with strips of white washi tape. There were a few additional stamped designs that I added and painted over with gesso also.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I did some extra doodling around the stamped flowers with the crayons and wrote some quotes inspired by the blue patterned paper. In the bottom right corner, I added a piece of pink patterned paper I cut out from the Daily Junque collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452511838359,"sku":"PROJ-0704","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0704__88387.1558398810.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792676"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-pretty-pinwheel-boxes-project","title":"Pretty Pinwheel Boxes Project","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect for a party or any celebration, these pretty little boxes have a little whimsical flair. Start by painting each box with white gesso and allow to dry. Punch out some pinwheels using the Jenni Bowlin pinwheel punch and colorful (double-sided) paper. Tear some small square shaped pieces of ephemera.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Attach a fastener through the center of each brad. If you use a retractable pick, it makes it much easier to poke the fastener through. Push the fastener through the torn pieces of ephemera as well.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Wrap some colorful bakers twine around each box, and then secure the pinwheel pieces on top with a small glue dot or temporary adhesive. Fill the boxes with sweet treats and mini gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452512264343,"sku":"PROJ-0711","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0711__08303.1558398845.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792687"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-true-free-spirit-girl-bird-canvas-tote-bags-project","title":"True Free Spirit Girl \u0026 Bird Canvas Tote Bags Project by Mindy Lacefield","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eTrue Free Spirit Girl Tote Bag: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Prepare the Canvas Tote by putting down a layer of Claudine Hellmuth Gesso onto the bag. Set aside to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Taking a sheet of the Sticky Back Canvas, sketch out a face and use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\"\u003eWashi Tape\u003c\/a\u003e to form her dress. Using warm colors around the eye area, you can create nice shading. With red paint from the Liquitex Paint Set, color in her cheeks, lips, and nose. Next, use a darker color for her eye area. Paint inside her dress with blocks of color. Cut out the figure from the sticky back canvas, and set aside. Cut out stars from the leftover sticky back canvas, and then spell the phrase “true free spirit”(or whatever speaks to you) with the Graphic45 Typewriter Stamp Set onto the rest. Now that you have all of your sticky canvas pieces ready, it’s time to lay them out onto the tote bag.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once you know where you’d like the elements to go, peel off the back, and stick them down. Embellish around the girl with Glitter Glam, Stickles (in Lime Green and Christmas Red), and Claudine Hellmuth’s Tree\/Bird Stamp Set.\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;\"\u003eBird Canvas Bag: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e First, paint a layer of the Claudine Hellmuth Gesso onto the little Canvas Tote, and allow to dry. Stamp your birdie with StazOn Ink Pad – Stone Gray onto the bag. All you need to do next is embellish around the bird with Glitter Glam – Tide Pool for a final touch!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452512460951,"sku":"PROJ-0718","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0718__19624.1558398879.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792704"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-lady-of-the-house-project","title":"Lady of the House Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe tri-fold house is one of my favorite products in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-at-somerset\"\u003eThe Shoppe\u003c\/a\u003e, however for this project I didn’t want to use all three houses so I decided to take apart the product and turn it into three separate pieces. I just used a pair of pliers to gently take the hinges off.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I painted the house with blue acrylic paint for the base coat. Once the blue had dried I used the Cir Lattice Stencil with Traditional Tan acrylic paint and stenciled on the lattice design. To get a clean stenciled effect I used a foam brush and dabbed the paint on.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When the paint was drying I decorated the skirt on the Classy Chipboard piece by adding scrip washi tape to the skirt, altering with white acrylic paint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I glued a piece of vintage French ephemera to the bottom right side of the house and added a few pieces of 7gypsies ephemera to add some interest. Then I glued the chipboard piece on top of the ephemera pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452513018007,"sku":"PROJ-0736","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0736__33841.1558398965.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792740"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-heart-hoops-project","title":"Heart Hoops Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreating mini mixed-media canvases is a fun way to add some interesting, colorful décor to your walls. I decided to use embroidery hoops, inspired by a project artist Tiffany Johnson did for Faber Castell.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I started with the Claudine Hellmuth \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5hsa\"\u003eSticky Back Canvas\u003c\/a\u003e 81\/2 x 11 as my background. Using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=gelatos\"\u003eFaber Castell - Gelatos Tool Set\u003c\/a\u003e and gel sticks from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=gelatos\"\u003eFaber Castell - Gelatos Mix and Match Tropical 4 Pkg\u003c\/a\u003e, I mixed up two mists of color and sprayed them onto sheets of canvas. Making the mist is very simple with the tool kit!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After the canvas had dried, I stamped the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Create-with-Abandon?filter_name=D1006\"\u003eCreate with Abandon\u003c\/a\u003e design onto one canvas and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Creativity-Flows?filter_name=T1003\"\u003eCreativity Flows\u003c\/a\u003e onto the other using Jet Black \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=stazon\"\u003eStazOn Ink Pad\u003c\/a\u003e. On the larger canvas I stamped the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Open-Stitched-Heart?filter_name=C8459\"\u003eOpen Stitched Heart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I stamped the same \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Open-Stitched-Heart?filter_name=C8459\"\u003eOpen Stitched Heart\u003c\/a\u003e design onto vintage text and cut out the inside of the heart and glued it onto the center of the stamped heart on the large canvas. Then I used the outside of the stamp heart image on text and glued that onto the smaller canvas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In a few small areas on the canvas I used the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=crayon\"\u003eFaber Castell - Paper Crafter Crayons\u003c\/a\u003e Red and Yellow 8 Pkg to color in. Place in an embroidery hoop and hang somewhere inspiring!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452513411223,"sku":"PROJ-0746","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0746__70367.1558399244.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792764"},{"product_id":"faux-feathers-washi-project","title":"Faux Feathers Washi Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a little washi tape and some wire you can make your very own faux feathers. This is a fun project that can be used to add a handmade and colorful touch to gift packaging, home décor, and all sorts of projects. And you can color coordinate to suit any palette or occasion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I used a piece of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=gauge\"\u003esilver wire\u003c\/a\u003e that was approximately 7-8 inches long. Choose your favorite washi tapes to work with. I used a fun red flower design and a blue polka dot washi tape. First add a strip of polka dot washi to the wire (so that the wire is running down the middle of the adhesive side) and then add an additional piece to the back of the tape. Layer additional strips of washi to make the feather wider.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Be sure to use good quality craft scissors. Trim the feather down to a feather shape then snip all the little strips just by cutting on an angle. I attached my feathers to a gift that was wrapped with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5SSW-ROLL\"\u003ekraft paper\u003c\/a\u003e and some twine. You can add the same washi to the gift in various ways to accent and tie in the various washi patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452513837207,"sku":"PROJ-0758","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0758__26460.1558399642.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792788"},{"product_id":"resist-journal-and-memory-book-project","title":"Resist Journal and Memory Book Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart by spraying the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5PM-55\"\u003ePrima Marketing Mixed Media Album Cover 3\u003c\/a\u003e with pink and orange \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spray-inks\"\u003ecolored spray inks\u003c\/a\u003e. Allow to dry, then roughly paint swatches of blue and white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paints\u003c\/a\u003e onto the cover. When the paint has dried, add some decorative \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/patterned-tapes\"\u003ewashi tape\u003c\/a\u003e to the cover to give it a mixed-media style. Add a piece of vintage text to the cover with a wood embellishment that has been painted to blend with the colors on the cover.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Embellish and add photos to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5PM-56\"\u003ePrima Marketing Mixed Media Album Photo Sleeves\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=5PM-55\"\u003ePrima Marketing Mixed Media Album Sheets\u003c\/a\u003e as desired. In this project, our Shoppe Manager added black and white photographs, vintage text, transparencies and kraft colored ephemera to the pockets. She also sewed some of the pockets shut with black thread. You can also add the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\"\u003echit chat stickers\u003c\/a\u003e to create fun titles.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e On the cardstock pages, experiment by adding pictures, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ephemera?limit=100\"\u003eephemera\u003c\/a\u003e, tape, and more as desired. These crafty journals are a great way to store you memories or get organized with an edgy, mixed-media style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452516130967,"sku":"PROJ-0816","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0816__24152.1558401013.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792917"},{"product_id":"words-to-live-by-journal-page-project","title":"Words to Live By Journal Page Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreating art journal and memory pages is one of my favorite crafting activities. I was inspired by the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stickers-and-labels\"\u003eGrafix rub-onz\u003c\/a\u003e and decided to try a journal page with a little whimsy without losing edge.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e First I painted my journal page from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003eRanger Ink Dylusions Creative Journal\u003c\/a\u003e with blue \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e. I actually could have waited longer for the blue paint to dry because I stenciled over the blue with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eWords to Live By Stencil\u003c\/a\u003e and pink \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e (using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-of-the-trade\"\u003ebrayer\u003c\/a\u003e) and when I peeled the stencil back, I lifted the blue (which was not my intention.) However, I like how my little mistake revealed the raw paper and decided to leave it as is.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stickers-and-labels\"\u003eGrafix rub-onz\u003c\/a\u003e, I was able to create my own unique rub-ons with a personal photograph and some text I typed up in a Word document.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It’s very important to read the directions carefully on the Grafix rub-onz packaging and do a few tests first if this is a new product for you. Just remember to mirror or “flip” your text so that it adheres correctly. You will find in the package there are two different types of sheets, so be sure you print on the correct sheet as the other is the rub-on adhesive. The directions in the package are clear and thorough, so not to fret!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I painted a swatch of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=gesso\"\u003ewhite gesso\u003c\/a\u003e on the journal page where I wanted to place the photograph and once it was dry, I rubbed on my handmade rub-on and the text.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I love how rub-ons give me the freedom to create a journal page that's so personal and special, a true reflection of my own quirky creativity.\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=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Art-Journaling-Winter-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1JOU-1401-Art-Journaling-Winter-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Art Journaling Winter 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Memories-Autumn-2013\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1MEM-1302-Somerset-Memories-Autumn-2013-Pre-Order.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Memories Autumn 2013\" 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":45452516720791,"sku":"PROJ-0827","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0827__86455.1558401171.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792940"},{"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":"mini-art-journal-with-montana-paint-markers-project","title":"Mini Art Journal with Montana Paint Markers Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003eScroll Down to View Some of the Products Used in this Mini Art Journal Project\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStart by altering the background of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003emini journal board pages\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/faber-castell-collection\"\u003eFaber Castell Gelato\u003c\/a\u003e colors of your choice. To achieve a watercolor effect, simply rub the sticks onto the pages then use a paper towel with a little water and wipe over and blend the colors. You will notice a unique watercolor effect. Feel free to experiment to achieve desired results.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once the pages are dry, embellish with some torn pieces of paper. (Vanessa used cards from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/project-life\"\u003eProject Life Core Kit Jade Edition\u003c\/a\u003e.) Then use the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003e2 inch stencils\u003c\/a\u003e with a grey \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artist-pens-and-markers\"\u003eMontana acrylic paint marker\u003c\/a\u003e to stencil the large letters on. Once the paint has dried, finish with script writing using the same marker to complete a word. Use the paint marker to make small dots and blots on the edges of the pages, just minimally.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Vanessa also dabbed some very light teal \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e on the edges of the pages in random consistency. You can add additional journaling, pictures and more to your mini art journal pages or just leave them as is. Remember, it doesn't have to be perfect; your pages are a reflection of yourself and your heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452520652951,"sku":"PROJ-0840","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0840__41604.1558401606.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792969"},{"product_id":"picture-perfect-polaroid-mini-book-project","title":"Picture-Perfect Polaroid Mini Book Project by Christen Olivarez","description":"\u003cp\u003eI recently got married, and one of my favorite gifts was probably the simplest: My friend presented me with several packs of film for her Polaroid Instax camera as well as her camera, which she was lending to me to use during our honeymoon to Kauai. We had so much fun snapping pictures of our favorite spots. I knew I needed to put together a little mini book to record this special time.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Mixed-Media Journal Set (4.5 x 5.5) from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/faber-castell-collection\"\u003eFaber-Castell\u003c\/a\u003e was the perfect size for the Polaroids. I painted on layers of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003eDina Wakley’s paint\u003c\/a\u003e and then used my \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\"\u003eRanger Heat-It Craft Tool\u003c\/a\u003e to speed up the drying time. I adhered a Polaroid to each page, and added strips of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\"\u003ewashi tape\u003c\/a\u003e. I circled the appropriate day of the week for each picture, recorded the actual date, and then added what each picture was of. It was so easy that I want to make another one for all of our summertime adventures!\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 \u003cbr\u003e Christen Olivarez is the Director of Publishing for Stampington \u0026amp; Company and\u003cbr\u003e Editor-in-Chief of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/somerset-studio\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomerset Studio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/somerset-life\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomerset Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/willow-and-sage\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWillow and Sage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bella-grace\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBella Grace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/digital-inspiration\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigital Inspiration\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artists-cafe\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eArtists’ Café\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6e6f3c;\"\u003eInterests: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eart, slow food, writing, books, yarn, authentic living\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452522815639,"sku":"PROJ-0871","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0871__49703.1558402141.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793045"},{"product_id":"milk-paint-pallet-vase-project","title":"Belle Jardinière Painted Pallet Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI was excited at the opportunity to use Milk Paint, but I wasn’t sure what to expect because I had never used it before. And while it works on most any porous surface, I chose wood — one of my favorite substrates to work with. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I learned early on that it is crucial to make sure the measurements are accurate — the 1:1 ratio between paint and water needs to be spot on. Too much or too little of either made the consistency of the paint either too thick or too runny. I mixed 2 tablespoons of water to 2 tablespoons of milk paint for each color, although for this project, 1 tablespoon would have been plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBelle Jardinière Painted Pallet Instructions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst, mix 1 part water and 1 part paint in a bowl. There are two easy ways to prevent clumping: by using a small flour sifter and a large spoon, or by slowly adding the paint to the water and mixing it with a small whisk. Either of these methods will work. Mixing the milk paint takes a few minutes, so be patient. Know that the reward will be well worth it — you will be left with a rich, creamy texture that will go on smoothly. Don’t worry if there are a few clumps left behind. They will break down once you apply the paint to your surface.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Dry brush the milk paint onto the pallet using a foam brush; apply a bit of pressure to break up any clumps in the paint. Add a couple of coats of paint, and let it dry completely before adding more. The paint will dry a lot thicker than it first appears. I added a little too much, and decided to lightly sand some of the paint away so that the wood background would show through.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After painting my boards in alternating shades of green and blue milk paint, I decided to add a new color for a bit more contrast. I used white gesso, but you could also do this with white milk paint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I wanted to add a light, distressed look to the pallet, so I mixed brown paint with matte gel medium, and dry brushed a very light layer over each section. If you add too much, simply wipe away the excess with a damp paper towel or a baby wipe. Once you’re done, let the entire surface dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Next, carefully adhere white mini-clothespins to the pallet using hot glue. When the glue is dry, wrap \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bottles-and-jars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estorage tubes\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbons-and-fibers\"\u003ewire thread\u003c\/a\u003e and attach to the pallet using the clothespins. As a final touch, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-stamps-anna-corba\"\u003estamp a sentiment\u003c\/a\u003e on the bottom right hand corner using permanent \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebrown ink\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In order to display your mixed-media pallet, attach a simple picture hanger to the back of it and hang it on the wall. Finally, fill the tubes with delicate flowers — they can be dry or fresh.\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=\"4\"\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=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Home-2014-Volume-9\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-HOME14-Somerset-Home-2014-Volume-9.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Home 2014 Volume 9\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Life-Autumn-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1LIF-1404-Somerset-Life-Autumn-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Life Autumn 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Holidays-and-Celebrations-2014-Volume-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-HOL14-Somerset-Holidays-Celebrations-2014-Volume-8.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Holidays \u0026amp; Celebrations 2014 Volume 8\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Mingle-Autumn-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1MIN-1404-Mingle-Autumn-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Mingle Autumn 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":45452523962519,"sku":"PROJ-0902","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0902_6__70713.1558402671.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793119"},{"product_id":"beyond-the-page-stencils-project","title":"Beyond the Page with Stencils","description":"\u003cp\u003eLike most crafters and artists, I go through phases when I buy a certain supply in excess. After being on a several-month-long \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\/\"\u003estencil\u003c\/a\u003e kick, I now have a box full of them. I like using them in my \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\/\"\u003ejournal\u003c\/a\u003e with spray inks as much as everyone else, but I also wanted to try some new ways to use them as well.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e We recently decided to redecorate our second bedroom, which serves as a craft room and office. I’ve never focused on making my craft area look nice until recently. I wanted to find some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-studio-home-decor\/\"\u003equick projects\u003c\/a\u003e I could hang on the wall. Just as the idea took shape in my mind, I found a stack of unused 5\" x 7\" canvases on a shelf. Instantly, I knew what to do. I painted each canvas with a background color. Once dry, I placed one of my favorite stencils on each canvas and applied a coat of spray paint. When I peeled the stencils away, I instantly had wall art to hang. Thanks to the help of my heat-it craft tool, both canvases combined took me less than 5 minutes to complete. If I change my mind or color scheme, I can paint over the designs and start fresh!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The other thing on my mind right now is the upcoming holiday season. Each year I pledge to put more effort into my gift-wrap, only to find myself using a roll of paper purchased from the store. I once again turned to my stencil stash and used paint, a paintbrush, and stencils to make one-of-a-kind gift-wrap. I did the same thing to make a stenciled \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\/\"\u003egift tag\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e If you’ve gotten bored with your stencils, or are just looking to use them more, consider putting your own spin on one of these quick and easy projects!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452524093591,"sku":"PROJ-0904","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0904_4__44811.1558402688.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793124"},{"product_id":"adventures-in-alterables-by-christen-hammons","title":"Adventures in Alterables Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe other day during an art selection we started talking about these great Amazing Alterables by PaperWhimsy. We’ve had a few artists submit their own versions, and they looked so fun that I just had to give them a try! I’m used to doing most of my work on a flat, rectangular surface, like a journal page or canvas, so this was a bit of a challenge for me, but it did bring me back to my days of sitting on the floor playing with paper dolls.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAdventures in Alterables Project Instructions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo begin, I painted the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ready-to-alter\"\u003edoll's\u003c\/a\u003e legs with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\"\u003eBroken China Distress Paint\u003c\/a\u003e. The dabber made it very easy to apply the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eI then painted part of the man’s arms and torso with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\"\u003eAntique Linen Distress Paint\u003c\/a\u003e. To add a bit of interest, I tore pieces of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\"\u003eMelange Tissue Wrap\u003c\/a\u003e and glued it to the legs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNext, I stamped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/a\u003e by Carin Andersson onto the legs and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-stamps-wood-mounted\"\u003eHoneycomb\u003c\/a\u003e by Christine Adolph onto the arms with Tuxedo Black StazOn ink.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo finish, I added a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\"\u003egold-painted\u003c\/a\u003e birdcageand a pink-painted bird. The final touch was a bit of vintage text.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce everything was dry, I glued the pieces together with Diamond Glaze. If you want your doll’s joints to have a bit of movement, you can use brads or wire to secure the pieces together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452525469847,"sku":"PROJ-0938","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0938__13445.1558403233.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793211"},{"product_id":"ranger-ink-distress-halloween-pearl-crayon-set-5","title":"Ranger Ink Distress Halloween Pearl Crayon Set 5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis package of three Distress Crayons, designed by Tim Holtz, is part of the Halloween Collection for Ranger Ink. These crayons will add a colorful, pearlescent shimmer to all your crafting projects. These crayons are designed to color porous surfaces. They have water-reactive pigments that can be used for watercoloring, smudge effects, and more. These crayons can be used directly on the surface, blended with water, and then layered with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Inks or Stains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRanger Ink Distress Halloween Pearl Crayon Set 5 Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-reactive pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors in this set include Mulled Cider, Unravelled, and Fallen Acorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more cutting-edge paper crafting products, tools, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Ink products\u003c\/a\u003e — stop by our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRanger Ink collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46144736723095,"sku":"5RR-TSHK84341","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20250812_crayons_005__07027.1755620801.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759337337"}],"url":"https:\/\/stampington.live\/collections\/pastel-collection.oembed","provider":"Stampington \u0026 Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}