Thursday, December 29, 2011

Make a Wish Layout

This is one fabulous layout from Mandy Kay!
You had us at clouds, MK.  You had us at clouds. (Jerry Maguire. Anyone?)
The number paper from My Little Shoebox is perfect!
Don't you love the title across the middle and those banners peeking out from underneath?!
I feel a lift coming on!
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2012 Calendar

Megan's calendar is A-mazing!
Don't you love the colors!
All that twine from the Twinery is fabulous.
She also used SRM Stickers and My Mind's Eye papers.
Love this, Megan!
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011

We've Got Your Number

1.Jennie 2.Mandy Kay 3.Tiffany 4. Cathy 5. Judean 6. Leah 7.Kristy 8. Kelly Jo 9.Melissa
It's that time of year!
Time to make lists.
Our newest Theme is "We've Got Your Number".
Whatever that means to you...as long as your project uses paper, link it up!
New or not-so-new, all projects are welcome.
Leave a little love on some other projects.
It's fun to meet new people!
We would love it if you linked back to us.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Reindeer Food

It's time to get your Reindeer food ready!
This has become a tradition at our house and we have slowly pushed it on to all our friends too.
There is a link for a free printable so you can make some of your very own.
Enjoy your Holiday!
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Advent Garland

As we are getting down to the final days of this year's advent, we can start planning next year's, right?
Chrissy made this fabulous garland style advent.
You can really shove a lot in those bags!
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Cardinal Christmas Card

I am already thinking about my Christmas cards for next year.
How amazing is this card from Leah!
She used the Paper Dolls cart on her Cricut.
Love that tree!
The grey color is amazing with the plaid paper from American Crafts.
Thanks, Leah!
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Snowman Friend

This little snowman guy from Becki is so adorable!
How cute would he be holding a name,  you could use it as a place card.
I love him!
She used SVG Cuts to make him.
Thanks, Becki!
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Friday, December 23, 2011

Naughty or Nice

Check out this amazing project from Leah!
Her blog is full of amazing scrappy goodness.
She used some Jenni Bowlin and October Afternoon supplies to make it.
The Naughty can be Nice too...Bonus!
What a fantastic idea.
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Stocking Mini Album

Sabrina made this mini using Imaginisce papers and embellishments.
It's so fabulous!
I love all the layers and the Twine!
Yay twine!
I need to try a shaped mini, STAT!!
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Altered Wooden Box

This is such a beautiful altered project from Angi!
The wooden box is a gift by itself.
What an amazing idea!
Thanks, Angi!
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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Rosette Package Tag

Tis the Season to make Package Tags!
These are super easy and they make a big impact.
I can't get enough of those paper rosettes.
You could pop it off the package and make it an ornament!
You definitely don't want to waste that yummy woodgrain tape.
You still have time to save 30% off everything in the Paper shop.
Get the details here!
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Gift Card Holder Tutorial

Sometimes you need your gift card holder to be as awesome as the card itself.
Deanna has a tutorial on how you can make your own!
Awesome!
I need to make 3 or 4 of these before tomorrow.
Thanks, Deanna!
You still have time to save 30% off everything in the Paper shop.
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Hot Cocoa Kit

This is the kind of present that I would give to myself.
Aren't these Hot Cocoa Kits from Cheryl festive!
It is a super fun, super quick project that you could whip up in no time.
Yum!
You still have time to save 30% off everything in the Paper shop.
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Picture Blocks

Don't you love these blocks from Wendy?!
These would make great gifts!
She has snowman blocks on her blog that are super cute too.
Check them out here.
I think the kids have some blocks in their room that I can steal.
I am going to try this now!
Thanks, Wendy!
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Snow Day Layout

Love this layout from Susan!
She used tons of Pink Paislee goodness.
I also spy some twine!
She used punchinella as a mask for a nice framed look.
What a fabulous page!
Thanks, Susan!
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Origami Wreath Tutorial

Sandy Ang made this fantastic origami wreath and she shares a tutorial!
I can't wait to make a bunch of these!
I can just see a personalized name across the middle.
Sandy has an amazing blog with beautiful projects.
Check her out here!
Thanks, Sandy!
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Snow Kisses Ornament

Marlene made this fabulous ornament.
I think it would be a great package tag...mostly because I haven't wrapped anything.
...or started shopping.
December just got away from me!
I am glad too, now I can make something beautiful like this to put on packages!
Thanks for sharing, Marlene!
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Monday, December 19, 2011

Some Odd Girl

Paper Issues is the sponsor at Some Odd Girl's Customer Hol-ODD-Day Hop!
Check out all of the awesome kits you could win!
Men’s Category Prize
 All White Category Prize
Give a Little Gift Category Prize
Non-Traditional Category Prize

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Jingle Bells Card

Lori makes such amazing, beautiful cards.
Isn't that bow divine?
The doily is the perfect accompaniment to the sheet music.
Love this, Lori!
Thank you so much for sharing!
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Believe Tag

Marjie is playing along with Tim's 12 days of tags.
Don't you love those holly leaves with cute little red buttons?
Are you playing along too?
Check out her blog for more days of tags!
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Santa Layout

This is just an amazing layout from Marilyn.
That pop of blue is a great accent!
She has a way with layering.
She shares more layouts in her post here.
Thanks for sharing!
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Friday, December 16, 2011

CHA Sale!

I know, I know...CHA is a month away.
Everyone will be doing CHA sales next week.
We are doing one this week!
Take 30% off everything in the Paper Shop!
Yay!
Use this code: CHA30

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Paper Flower Wreath

The patience that it takes to make a project of this magnitude eludes me.
I can make about 10 twisty flowers and then I need a nap and a hand massage.
Chrissy's wreath is absolutely gorgeous!
She explains her process and shares closeups on her blog!
You rock!
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Cone Advent

Start planning now for next year's advent calendar!
Cristin made these super cute cones from Echo Park paper.
I love the way they look all hung in a row with tiny clothespins!
These are so festive!
Thanks, Cristin!
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Neighbor Gift

I don't know about you but I want to be Lowri's neighbor.
This would make a great gift!
She used Echo Park Holly Jolly Christmas.
I want to go make some of that white chocolate candy!
Thanks, Lowri!
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Reindeer Food

Need a last minute gift idea for a special little someone?
Do you need an idea for your class room party?
Do you need a new tradition for your kids?
Here is your answer!
Reindeer Food!
It's so easy and there is a link to the printable.
Yay!
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Merry Christmoose Card

Savannah made this card for a challenge at the Play Date Cafe.
I don't know about you, but I need that ribbon!
The papers from MLS are so colorful and happy.
Who wouldn't love to receive this card?
Thank you, Savannah!
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Poinsettia Card

Isn't this card from Kim amazing?
That poinsettia is beautiful!
She used a bird punch to make it!
She explains how on her blog.
Great card, Kim!
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Star Wreath

Don't you love this wreath from Cathy?!
Stars are one of my favorite things to decorate with!
Love them.
She shares a nice tutorial.
Check her out!
Thanks, Cathy!
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Holiday Style

We have Holiday Style from October Afternoon in the Paper Shop.
Get it while you can...it will go fast!

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Crate Paper Heart

Crate Paper Heart is in the House!!
We have the Collection Kit, 6x6 Paper Pads, Chipboard Accents, Phrase and Border Stickers!
Yay!
<3 <3 <3
20% off with this code: LOVE20


Saturday, December 10, 2011

Twine Love

What do you get when you cross a mason jar with a pin cushion and a serious love of twine?
A fabulous gift!
This is so cute, you may have to make one for you and one for your friend.
Those little wooden spools are wound with Twinery goodness.
You can find all the colors in our store!
Yay twine!


Snowman Decor

Tamara made this snowman for her table using Echo Park paper and Glue Arts glue.
I can see this with a name on the front for a place setting.
She has more amazing detail close ups on her blog...which is fabulous, btw.
Don't forget our 30% off sale here!
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December Daily

Don't you love the color of Christina's December Daily?
Grey and red are magic!
She used wool crinkle paper...it has a fabulous texture.
She wanted her DD to be interactive so she did amazing things with the pages.
Check out her blog for close ups and details!
Thanks, Christina!
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Thursday, December 8, 2011

Smashed Daily

Lizzie decided to Smash her December Daily!
What a fabulous idea!
The front cover is so amazing!
The ruffles! The burlap! The ruler!
Is that Dymo I see?
Oh girl...I think I love you.
I am thinking a January Daily may be in my future.
Thanks for sharing, Lizzie!
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Hand Santa-tizer

Not only are these bottle decorations from Wendy super cute but the name is fabulous too!
Hand Santa-tizer.  Awesome!
Oh yes.  We should all make these right now.
Thanks, Wendy for rocking our world!
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

We love Love

I know, I know, it isn't even Christmas yet.
We need to make room for Valentine's Day!
Take 30% off everything in the Paper Shop now until Sunday!
Use this code: LOVE30

Monday, December 5, 2011

Chalkboard Tags

It's tag day here at Paper Issues!
Jess took ordinary wood shapes and painted them with chalkboard paint.
Boom.  She just blew my mind.
Plus it makes a super cute ornament too!
I can't wait to try this!
Thanks for being awesome Jess!
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Christmas Tag

Jenny's tag is fabulous!
She used Echo Park's Season's Greetings paper.
She says she's not confident making tags but we beg to disagree.
How amazing would your gifts be with this adorning it?
Love it.
Thank you, Jenny!
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Scrapping Everyday Miracles

We are sponsoring the Challenge at Scrapping Everyday Miracles.
Check out their blog and you could win all this Pink Paislee goodness!
Wahoo!

May Road in the House!



Brand new Maya Road in the Paper Shop!
Limited Edition Embellishment Packs, Spool Sentiments Acrylic Stamps,
Art Journaling Words Stamps, Pink Tulle Trim, Glitter and Mist!
Use this code to receive an additional 20% off: MAYA20

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!

Thank you SO much to all our new Friends and followers!
We are so glad that you are here.
Thank you to American Crafts for sponsoring this giveaway!
They rock!
The winner of all this yummy goodness is Lizzie who said:

lizzie said...
Posted on my FB wall!

Thanks Lizzie!  We can't wait to see what you create!
Make sure you check out the American Crafts section in the Paper Shop!

Friday, December 2, 2011

Advent Calendar

Lowri made this Advent calendar using Echo Park paper.
She has more close-up pictures on her blog.
She has such an amazing style, you could spend hours lost there.
It is a Pinterest dream!
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Cardinal Cards

Aren't these cards from Kathi gorgeous?
She painted that scene!
The snow looks so real...it glistens!
What an amazing gift to send to your family and friends.
Thanks, Kathi!
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Chap Embellishment Kits

Have you checked out the embellishment kits in the store yet?
We have new kits made with the Chap line from American Crafts.
They have a little bit of everything so you don't have to buy full packages of anything!
This one has a roll of Woodgrain tape from Amy Tangerine.
Yum.
Use the code CHAP20 to save an extra 20% off everything in the store!

Christmas Planner

Nathalie made this planner from a file folder.
What a great way to keep your lists organized!
The colors are so bright and cheerful, you can't help but want to look at it!
She used some of Nikki Sivils Holiday papers.
Thank you for sharing, Nathalie!
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