Monthly Archives: May 2009

Freebie Friday – Calling All Procrastinators!

Welcome to another Freebie Friday! I had so much fun reading everyone’s comments from Brandy’s post yesterday! Who knew we had so many procrastinators out there! As a self-proclaimed procrastinator myself, I totally feel your pain. I know what it’s … Continue reading

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Happy New Year!

That’s right…it’s 2010 here at Paper Crafts.  Magazine time and real time are two very different things. For example, it’s May 14. My geraniums are planted, the birds are chirping, and I’m wearing Capri pants. Note to self: buy self … Continue reading

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With the Pros Wednesday – I Love Ribbon!

As I look out my window, I am inspired by all the colors of spring. I currently have a yard full of bright pink tulips and a flower bed with cushions of purple phlox. It seems that after a cold … Continue reading

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Get Inspired!

Since becoming a scrapbooker and card maker, I’ve noticed that my eyes have literally been opened to the world around me. It’s as if I had spent years in a fog not really taking note of my surroundings. But, my … Continue reading

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Magazine Monday – Finding Joy in the Unexpected

Welcome to Magazine Monday! Isn’t it incredible the things that are created just by paper and ribbon (and a few other supplies)? I’ve always thought of myself as creative; however, as I see the masterpieces in the pages of Paper … Continue reading

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Freebie Friday – Matt, Mom and a Blooming Giveaway!

Welcome to Freebie Friday! First of all, I want to give a big shout out to those who responded to Matt’s Lone Design Man post yesterday. I know he was truly surprised and humbled by all of your comments. Who knew this … Continue reading

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The Lone Design Man

Hello paper crafters! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Matt Anderson. I am a husband, father of three great kids (two boys, one baby girl) and the senior graphic designer for Paper Crafts magazine. Working for a publication … Continue reading

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With the Pros Wednesday – Gifty Card Sets

The itsy bitsy spider went up the water spout, Down came the rain and washed the spider out! Up came the sun and dried up all the rain, And the itsy bitsy spider went up the spout again! This sunny … Continue reading

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Cinco de Mayo de Yummy!

Although the holiday has no real patriotic significance in Mexico, May 5th has become a very festive excuse for a celebration in the U.S. Just like we’re all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day and German for Oktoberfest, Cinco de Mayo … Continue reading

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Magazine Monday – March Gallery Challenge Winners!

Welcome to Magazine Monday! Judging from the amount of comments we received over the weekend, it looks like everyone enjoyed Friday’s butterfly-themed post. I’m sure it had nothing to do with the free prizes! To learn the identities of the three … Continue reading

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