Kim Hughes
I find products to be very user-friendly nowadays, but sometimes it’s more fun to use them in ways in which they’re not intended. Being unique will always make your projects stand out from the crowd.
Thinking “outside the box” may not be as difficult as you may think. Before you begin each project, stop and analyze your products and theme.
There were tons of beautiful butterflies at the CHA winter show, which I think is a wonderful thing. Why not use them as leaves on a tree? Apply stickers, rub-ons or stamps on top of any tree.
How about creating a shape with your stickers? Arrange chipboard stickers in an eye-catching way and give them that extra oomph! Have you ever bought a sticker sheet for just one or two images and were left with other not-so-favorite images? This is a fun way to use up that sticker sheet. Arrange them in a star shape or even a circle – just challenge yourself to try something new.
Consider these suggestions to change things up:
- Stars from a baby boy line for the Fourth of July
- Red Christmas products for Valentine’s Day
- Use papers as a ribbon replacement
- Use a heart stamp to create a flower
- Create interactive cards
- Use pink, yellow and purple baby girl products for Easter
- Do some research…you may find that you are inspired to create something that you would have never thought of otherwise.
No matter what, make sure to have fun! Don’t over think things, but make a point to challenge yourself at times. Need some stickers to jump-start your creativity? Leave a comment and I’ll send some of my favorites to one lucky winner! All comments must be received by midnight (MDT) on Thursday, May 6.
One lucky winner will take home this stick-licious prize package!
Kim Hughes,
Paper Crafts Go-to Gal
The butterfly tree makes me smile! And that poodle sticker is adorable! Thanks for the giveaway…I’m inspired!
everything Kim does is SO inspiring!!!
Thanks for the chance at some goodies!!
WOW–I love everything KIM makes:) Super great! I love everything on this BLOG!! Thanks for the chance to win–I just started using stickers and thickers…so excited:)
wonderful idea – enjoy reading your blog!
I LOVE the butterfly tree! I love ideas that let me use my supplies. With 6 kids and a hubby in school & the NG, I am always looking for ways to stretch everything!!! I am starting my own business soon, so tips like these are wonderful..and yes it is a creative business using my Art degree..LOL
Thanks for the opportunity to win some great supplies also..and Happy early Mother’s Day to you! Thanks for the ideas again!!
great ideas!!! i love stickers but never know hoe to use them just right.
Great inspiration! I love to use hearts as leaves on a tree. You really mixed things up nicely And thanks for the chance to win the goodies – yum!!
This idea is new to me and I LOVE it! I especially love the heart shape — perfect for my daughter! I could do the same with random (or not) stamped images cut out (sorta my own stickers), LOVE it! Thanks!
Wow, the butterflies as leaves idea is so great! I can always do with sticker ideas!
Great cards and great ideas for me to use!!
would “LUV” to win some stickers……………..prom night for my daughter is this friday so I’m sure I could find a great use for them.
Laurie VF
I love that tree!!
Thanks for all the ideas! I never think about using things differently so this was a good jumpstart for me. I was looking at the prize package and thought the circle embellies would be great flower centers. I have some flower petal stamps and those would work perfectly together. Thanks for a chance to win!
Love how you used the stickers! What a great idea.
love stickers!!! especially flair and zva bling.
I love using products in ways they weren’t intended for. Your sticker heart is super cool. Your faves look fun too.
Very cool cards! I love the think outside the box!
Very unique cards. I do need to be challenged more to think outside the box! Thank you for giving me a reason to challenge myself.
These are cute embellies by the way! Thanks for the chance to enter!
Tammy
Thanks for the chance to win
Julie K
I love stickers!!!
Love the cards and the awesome ideas on how to “think outside the box”! I can always use a creative boost. Thanks for the chance to win!
awesome great idea to use up those girly girl stickers
Thanks!!!
Thanks for the good ideas. Leaves also make a nice poinsettia.
Thanks for these great ideas! I esp. love the butterfly “tree” and hope to lift it soon.
Awesome ideas….love all the inspiration I get from you. thanks for jumpstarting my mojo!
Thank you for the great ideas, I’m always wondering how to use my stickers in a new way!
another new inspiration..a lovely idea turned into a lovely card!
Some fantastic ideas to mix things up!
Can’t wait to try the butterflies as leaves–I think this is such a clever out of the box idea. TFS!
I didn’t read all the comments – but I bet everyone love your ‘butterfly’ tree! It is so very unique and I will be trying to make one similar. Thanks for the inspiration ideas you suggested.
thanks for the tip on stickers. in the past i used a lot of stickers but then got away from them. i have a lot of leftover stickers and will get them out and see if i can use them. i probably will go out and buy some more to use. they work well on the cards i make.
Thanks for the ideas! I have recently discovered that you CAN use Christmas stuff for projects other than just Christmas-themed ones. The possibiltites are endless!
WOW! What a great way to use up chipboard stickers! Thanks Kim for the awesome ideas – you rock!
Love the butterfly tree and I really enjoyed today s post! I’m always trying to change things up but a bit from time to time! Thanks for the chance to win!
Love the cards. You always have such great ideas! Thanks.
I do love the butterfly tree – very clever! Will have to try that!
I love using stickers. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
I LOVE your butterfly tree! Just gorgeous!
Ooo, love the butterfly tree!
Thanks for the great ideas! I will definitely get out my box of stickers and see what I can do with them.
Carol B
http://www.scraphappystudio.blogspot.com
Great ideas! I love the butterfly tree!
Wow, what a great idea. Who thought of this great technique to use stickers. Thanks!!
Oh wow, how fun! Love the butterfly tree what a great idea I just love trees and may have to use this idea! TFS and good luck to all!
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That was a really great idea with the extra stickers.
Oh very nice! That butterfly tree is beautiful.
Thanks for the cute giveaway package chance.
Wonderful cards…
Thanks for the giveaway….
Wow, I love the projects and wish I was more creative like that. THanks for the chance to win!!
Great giveaway and inspiring projects!
Yes, I am the Queen of over analyzing my cards and/or projects. Thank you for the great advice;o)
Fabulous ideas!!