May 3

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How fun are these little zipper heart pouches from Molly’s Sketchbook at the Purl Bee? And even though the idea of inserting a zipper on a curve seems a little daunting, she’s given excellent, clear instructions that will walk you through the process in a snap.

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Apr 26

A quick demo of making four valentine cards all at once using Stampington & Company stamp. Enjoy & check out creations for purchase at stephzerbedesign.etsy.com

Duration : 0:2:28

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Apr 19

 


Aren’t these cute! These adorable little cushions were made by Jessica of Happy Together. Please visit her site for a pattern and tutorial so you too can make these really sweet scrappy heart pin cushions. They would make a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day or just a ‘You’re Special’ gift for a crafty friend.

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Apr 12

Learn how to make homemade Valentine’s gifts from a professional art teacher in this free video about tips for making Valentine’s Day cards.

Expert: Lanie Evans
Bio: Lanie Evans is a certified art instructor who’s been with the AISD for over six years. She is also a working artist who creates, shows and sells her own work.
Filmmaker: Paul Raila

Duration : 0:3:40

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Apr 5

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I love the simplicity of these little toothbrush Valentine messages from Kathleen of Twig & Thistle. They are such a fun, unexpected way to leave a love note for your sweetie. She’s provided a PDF of various toothbrush love notes for download over on her site.

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Mar 29

Who needs Hallmark? Here are some tips on how to brainstorm for your own Valentine’s day cards with this free video clip.

Expert: Matt Cail
Contact: www.homepaintings.biz
Bio: Matt Cail is an artist who works in oil, water color and acrylic paints, among others.
Filmmaker: randy primm

Duration : 0:2:19

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Mar 22

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I’ve admired the felt applique work of Melissa from Checkout Girl for a while. Her portraits and artistic series are simply charming. She’s just posted a tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew for making this beautiful “Be My Bluebird” felt Valentine. I love the doily effect she created using a screw punch on the felt.

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Mar 16

This is a cool video I found that shows how to make homemade Valentine’s gifts, in this case, a pop-up card for Valentines Day. It is by Lanie Evans, a professional art teacher

Duration : 0:4:1

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Mar 15

Here is a sweet Valentines Day verse I found. You may like to use it as the message inside your cards, or even on the front.

My heart to you is given:
Oh, do give yours to me;
We’ll lock them up together,
And throw away the key.
– Frederick Saunders

I hope you like it!


Mar 8

I love creative ideas that use natural materials like twigs, leaves and other items found in the great outdoors. So when I can across this stunning twig heart project from Sweet Paul, I just had to share it with you. It’s gorgeous! It’s simple! And it’s romantic! What more could you ask for?


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