Category Archives: How-Tos

Thanks Living Challenge: Balance and Symmetry

Posted on 04/04/2012 by creatingkeepsakes

Spring is in the air!  Are you ready to try something new and refreshing?  Join me, Erika Hayes, at Club CK for a fun and educational scrapbooking challenge.  The Thanks Living challenge is in full “spring!”  We have been learning … Continue reading →

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How to Layer and Pleat Ribbon on a Scrapbook Layout

Posted on 03/30/2012 by creatingkeepsakes

Hi there! I’m Jen Shears, Prima Ribbonista from May Arts Ribbon, and I’m so excited to be sharing on the CK blog today! I’ve got a couple of tips to share with you today on how to use your ribbons … Continue reading →

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Hand Stitching on Your Projects with Multiple Types of Thread

Posted on 03/28/2012 by creatingkeepsakes

Techniques of almost any kind are something I love to incorporate into my scrap-related crafting, but the added touch of hand stitching gives me joy down to my tippy-toes! I believe that little personal touches leave a clue to future … Continue reading →

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How to Apply Letter Stickers Straight, Every Time

Posted on 03/14/2012 by creatingkeepsakes

Do you ever finish a scrapbook layout only to realize your title, made up of letter stickers, is crooked? And not purposefully so. Yes, it happens to all of us. All the time! Sometimes you want a fun, playful title … Continue reading →

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Weekly Warm-up: The Best Portraits Include Catch Lights

Posted on 03/12/2012 by creatingkeepsakes

Hello, scrapbookers! Ready for an easy way to make your portrait photography even better? It’s pretty simple, but has a big pay-off: make sure you’re catching the catch lights! What is a Catch Light? According to digital-photography-school.com, a catch light … Continue reading →

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