Jennifer Schaerer
Now that decorative tape (and washi tape in particular) has taken the paper crafting world by storm, there are so many fantastic ideas for using it in creative ways. It was a no-brainer for us when we decided to include an entire feature on this terrific type of tape in our November/December issue, and boy were we ever wowed by the projects that came in!
One of the things I love most about washi tape (and I have quite a growing collection myself – I found an adorable Etsy shop that sells a wide variety of colors and patterns by the foot, all wrapped on cute little spools) is its versatility. It can be layered, fringed, die cut, snipped, torn, folded, rolled, woven and stitched to create any number of DIY embellishments. But what gets me every time is when the tape is used in a way that allows the pattern and translucency to take center stage.
A project by the oh-so-clever Heather Campbell gave me the perfect inspiration for quick and easy hostess gifts this holiday season. Although she made her own washi tape using stamped tissue paper and double-sided tape (did you just say “wow!” like I did?), I’ll probably do it the easy way. I’m a cheater like that. 
A set of affordable tea lights with DIY washi tape accents. A great holiday hostess gift!
For those gift cards that I find myself giving more and more often, this simple little box with fringed washi tape flowers by Amanda Coleman adds a personal touch to the packaging:
Pull out your scoring board, make a cute little box for the gift card, and add some washi tape for instant style.
Are you inspired? Ready to make some holiday washi tape projects? Let me help you along with a little giveaway. I raided Holly’s prize stash and found two sets of gorgeous washi tape by My Mind’s Eye – one from the Winter Wonderland collection and one from the All is Bright collection:
Just leave me a comment by Friday, October 12 at 5pm MDT and let me know your thoughts on washi tape – is it just plain tacky or are you stuck on it?
I love the projects I have seen using it! and I just made an order for a few rolls of my own, can’t wait to get it!
Jeana Rosebush –I have some tapes and love using them, but haven’t seen the holiday patterns. They are adorable. I would love to use them for holiday gifts and cards.
Hooked. Love it!
I have several rolls but just haven’t used it yet. I have seen a bunch of the “torn strip” cards that I really like- I so need to try one of them!
Super cute ideas. TFS & for the chance to win this giveaway.
I’m crazy for washi!!!
Love washi tape! It adds such a cool look.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Wow, 2 fun ideas!
Love these ideas! Haven’t bought any tape yet because my space and budget doesn’t allow for it lol. But I would love to give it a try! Thanks for the chance to win.
Definitely love the Holiday tapes from MME!! Am sitting thinking of all the cute ways to use….Christmas cards for one!
Definitely hooked on it! So easy to add something different to a design!
Would love to try out some of this decorative tape!
I love washi tape.
I really like it but tend to collect more then I use lol.
I never heard of Washi tape until I read the article in my latest Paper Crafts issue. I fell in love with the versatility of the product. Thank you for the opportunity to win a few rolls!
I just found out about washi tape. I haven’t tried it yet. It looks easy and fun to use. Thanks for the chance to win some to feed my papercraft addiction!
I’m stuck on washi tape if I can ever find some anywhere!
I love washi tapes! I’ve seen them in the stores and they look like a lot of fun.
I love washi take and can’t get enough of it!
Love the designs on these washi tapes.
I love the fun colors and patterns on these washi tapes. I have a few and have also made the tissue paper homemade ones, too.
I’ve been waiting for a chance to get to the Craft store to get some this decorative Washi tape. It looks so fun:)))
So addicted 2 washi:) I have quite a collection growing & I’ve made a few of my own! Would luv 2 add these 2 MME’s sets 2 my hoard~lol! Thanx~prhmangel@gmail.com
Can’t get enough of it!!
Love it, I can’t wait to get some more colors! Thanks for the chance to win.
I haven’t gotten bitten with the bug yet, but I’ve seen some really cute cards using it. And I’m glad for the article/ideas in this issue! Thank you
I haven’t tried washi tape yet ( i know)—-
but really do want too!
I really like using it, but I don’t have very many of them. Great projects!
Love washi tape, and I don’t have nearly enough! (hint, hint…)
Gotta admit…I am stuck on Washi tape! I finally have a few rolls and have started using it. I think it is great! The two projects are cute and would be easy and fast to accomplish!
I haven’t used it very often, but I like some of the designs (clean cuts I prefer over torn). I do like your example of using the tape around votives–great idea.
I’ve just recently started using it & it’s great fun!
I love washi tape and have several rolls, but have used it sparingly. I really like how you decorated the votive candles with it. I prefer washi that looks neat and not torn too. I once covered a red box lid with washi tape to hide the scratches and was able to use the box in a gift to friend so I love its usefulness.
Great idea! I would love to use washi tapes…
I love projects that use washi tape and have been wanting to incorporate them into my craft projects.
I’m a little bit hooked on this trend but my collection is small by most standards. It’s neat to use as accents on cards. I also use it to hold dies in place in my cuttlebug. Thanks for a chance to win.
oh my goodness, I love me some washi! in a majorly big way!
and I’ve hooked my son’s girlfriend and her best friend on it, too. ha!
Washi.Tape.Love.
Ooh! Fabulous! Love washi tape!
I love Washi tape but never have any
Svetlana xx
I absolutely love washi tape! I think I just like to see it in pretty little jars on my work table, though. I have a hard time using it because I don’t want to “waste” it.
Gorgeous tape, lovely projects! I’m a bit of a washi fiend myself!
I love washi!
I did not get my first roll of washi tape until a couple months ago and now I have 17 rolls. Love the stuff! LOVE it!
Love washi tape! It definately took some getting used to at first because it’s usually all about being perfect and precise and with washi it is often a big more on the crafty side. Now I love it and think it’s such a fun easy way to add colors and patterns to a project!
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