What? Paper Jewelry?!

Yes, you read it right! Paper jewelry - who wouldda thunk it? To my surprise this has been around for a while -nobody told me, though :(  The Cutting Cafe has just created some AWESOME paper beading files, boxes and earring holders! You absolutely have to check her out! You can not only use the boxes as great gift giving packages - but if you are one who does crafts fairs - this is an excellent way to display your projects!!

Take a look see at what I did with just ONE of the files..Beware- I'm Addicted!!

See what did I tell ya!! I'm not even done yet, lol!!

Below is a bracelet that I made for my son - it is using a different shaped file (also included in the set :) Take a look...

 

He is gone to love this!! It looks just like the ones he already wears -only I made it..WITH PAPER!

Here is another example (you can see more shapes on my video) of the earring holders..

Thanks guys for stopping by! I hope that you will try these files out! Once you start - you won't be able to stop!!

{{hugs}}

Tmika

 

Christmas Themed 3x3 Note Card Swap

Well guys...here we are again!! I just love making these cute little buggers - don't you? This month we will be gearing up for a Merry and Bright Christmas - with Note Cards!

The requirements are simple:

*Must make the required amount of 3x3 note cards (GROUPS BELOW)

*Must be Christmas themed  any colors are fine - just needs to follow the theme.

*There has to be at least 2 embellishments on your card. An example can be buttons, flowers, lace, trims, beads, charms..etc (this can definately be done- ive seen it!)

*You must include an envelope (you can buy or make these yourself)

*When you are packaging your swap, please be sure to have your yt/name/group on the package - so that I can identify you awesome creations

*All cards have to be the same (or very similar)

*Please include a return envelope with AT LEAST the same amount of postage that it took to mail it

You can send your swaps to me at:

Tmika Miller
PO BOX 26212
ST.LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

****THE SWAPS ARE TO BE POSTMARKED/IN THE MAIL BY 11/24/12*****


That's it y'all!! Wasn't this easy?? I do hope that you guys will play along and try your very best! Be sure to take your time to send something you would want in return :)

If you have any questions, please feel free to send me a private message on YT or leave one here.

If you're here directly from the blog- you can see the video here to sign up.

HAPPY SCRAPPING AND HAVE FUN!!

{{HUGS}}

TMIKA

ALL GROUPS ARE TO SEND 5 COMPLETE NOTE CARDS AND ENVELOPES :)

GROUP #1

SCRAPBOOKINGDIVA11  "ANGELED BY - OGRAMA13"
QUEENBEESCREATIONS (RECEIVED)
SCRAPPASSION01 (RECEIVED)
VADOLL70 (POSTAL)
NURSELARELLE (RECEIVED)
DANNETTE MARIE (RECEIVED)

GROUP#2 SHIPPED!!

CRE8WPASSION (RECEIVED)
SHTANAH (RECEIVED)
YVONNE LEDFORD (RECEIVED)
MSSADS64 (RECEIVED)
SCRAPDAWORLD (RECEIVED)
GEMZISLE (RECEIVED)

GROUP#3 - SHIPPED!!

SCRAPIN2010 (RECEIVED)
BALDAVILLE (RECEIVED)
DEESDESIGNS (RECEIVED)
TRACY CARPENTER "ANGELED BY - TEALBLUCRAFTER"
DIVAT4040 "ANGELED BY - SCRAPDAWORLD"
MIGDALIAM86 (RECEIVED)

GROUP #4 - SHIPPED!!

VADOLL70 (POSTAL) ANGELED BT SCRAPDAWORLD
THEDAMSELOFDISTRESS (RECEIVED)
SCRAPELEGANCE (RECEIVED)
VBALLEN1 (RECEIVED)
NURSETARA04 (RECEIVED)
SEWGOODALL (RECEIVED)

GROUP #5 - SHIPPED!!

SHTANAH (RECEIVED)
SCRAPPINCAROL (RECEIVED)
FLORIDASUNFLOWER1 (RECEIVED)
LIGHTBROWNSUGAR74 (RECEIVED)
STAPLEM1 (RECEIVED)
MYLITTLESWEETPEAZ (RECEIVED)

Altered Spinach Cans?

Yep, you heard (read) it correctly! I altered two old spinach cans as an entry into Discountpapercrafts Design Team call. I was in the mood for a little Shabby Chic! Check out this picture:

So Cute!! I started with a base paint of vanilla and coated the inside of the cans and the shadow box. I used an old picture frame shadow box as my base. I went over some of the edges with Vintage Photo distress ink and mod podged some of the corners with some old newspaper that I had in my stash. I also added a Tim Holtz glass bottle to the arrangement with a little of the vanilla paint on the inside. A couple of silk flowers, bottle caps and some flowers later..TA-DA!!!

 

 

I handmade two huge flowers from different types of lace that I had, some seam binding and trim.I topped that with a resin/pearl rose for my center. There are two of these flowers on my project.

 

 

 

I added some lace and pearl trim to the bottom of the box for some definition.

 

 

 

And lastly, I topped it with a sign that says "create" and added chinese braiding and flat pearls to the rim of the can. 

 

 

 

 

 

This project is beautiful (to me) and I am so proud to have this on my desk to look at..

I wish all the applicants - Good Luck!!'

 

Thanks for stopping by

 

Tmika

Halloween Series #1 Spooky Spiders

Hey all!!

I am so excited about the upcoming Halloween projects! Crafting in the 'spooky' tense is AWESOME!!

I have been playing with my paper and thought it would be an awesome idea to start a Halloween series! This can give others cute, quick and easy ideas to use your old paper scraps and gift your candy in a creative way! It's a win-win, right?

To start us off - The Cutting Cafe has great halloween files available.. She has them in jpg, svg, wpc - so you can cut them out on your cutting machine or print them and use hand scissors..Any will work just fine. You absolutely have to check out Regina's store!! You won't be disappointed!!

I did a video on these items, if you want a more detailed look!! :)

First up is a Spider Treat box, he is so cute..Take a peek:

 

Ok next up is the Spider and Their Webs printable set. I loved the web image on this file.. There is a lot of space to include a sentiment and still be 'creepy' at the same time, lol! Here it is:

 

 

And finally, the CUTEST spider web EVER!! This adorable card is sure to be a hit when you give it away (if you can). Check out this cute little thang:

 

 

Ok, that's it for now.. Stay tuned for more projects for Halloween!! Leave a comment and let me know what you think!

 

Happy Scrappin'

 

Tmika

 

Cardz TV Challenge #16 Buttons and Boo's!

Hey all!! I decided to play along in a challenge Mary's channel (Cartztv). She is awesome and so are her challenges!! You had to create a card, Layout or Craft project using buttons. I love playing with my halloween paper. Here is what I came up with:

So Cute!! I love how it came out! Here's what I did and more pics: (of course)


I used Ecko Park's Chillingsworth Manor paper collection.My base is 5 1/2 by 5 1/2 black cardstock.  I popped a piece of the banner from the collection on pop dots.  I used 3 black buttons to accent the banner and ties black string through the center - to add pizzazz!

I backed the sentiment on black cardstock and mounted that on the left hand side of the card.  I added a sticker gate to the right side, underneath the sentiment. Topped it with a popped up crow

The inside is finished with more of the patterened paper and a contrasting color border, punched with a Martha Stewart punch.

I hope you guys like it!

Happy Scrappin'

Tmika

Sweet Nothings Stamp Co. Creative Challenge

Hey all!!

I have decided to take the plundge and enter into a contest! Yep, I did. Sweet Nothings Stamp Co. is having a creative challenge over on their blog. The challenge was to use this beautiful Autumn Color Palette..

Isn't it cute? This was definately a challenge for me - as I would not normally use these colors both together and at all. But I was proven wrong. My card came out SO CUTE!!

Oh, a few more, lol :)

Ok, that's enough.. (he he)

The cute little girl on the stamp is none other than Balloon Sophie.. you can find her here.

The other products that i used were IamRoses and Wild Orchard Crafts flowers, Lindy's Stamp Gang (tuscan sun), seam binding, paper doily, glossy accents, jute rope and pearl strands.

This easel card was so easy to make. If you are interested, I have a tutorial here.

Thank you guys for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed the card! It was fun to create and challenge myself. Good Luck to all participants (especially me!).

{{hugs}}

Tmika

3x3 Note Card Swap - (closed)

Hey all!! Welcome to yet another swap..I just love them , lol!!

This will be short and sweet. Here are the instructions:

* Make 5 3x3 note cards per group

*Package each card and envelope separately

* You can sign up for up to two groups

* Must use at least 2 embellishments (buttons, flower, ribbon, lace, trims..etc)

* Must make/have an envelope for each card

*Please put your information somewhere in your swap package so we know who did it!

* Be Creative and do your best - regardless of your scrapping level

* Any style is ok ( vintage, shabby chic, girly grunge..etc.)

**** LEAVE YOUR NAME/YT, DESIRED GROUP(S) HERE (MY YT CHANNEL)*****

*Please send at least the amount of postage it took to mail it.

*Please send a return envelope

***SWAPS ARE TO BE POSTMARKED BY: SEPTEMBR 13TH, 2012*****

Send swap packags to:

Tmika Miller
PO BOX 26221
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

HERE ARE THE 5 GROUP OPTIONS:



BLANK (NO SENTIMENT REQUIRED)

THANKS/THANK YOU

HI/HELLO

FRIEND

JUST A NOTE/JUST BECAUSE

---BLANK GROUP--- ***SHIPPED***

*FLORIDASUNFLOWER1 (RECEIVED)
*TYJ419 (RECEIVED)
*JENCALI78 (RECEIVED)
*SCRAPALLY27 (RECEIVED)
*COASTIEMOM27 (RECEIVED)
*DEDESU3 (RECEIVED)

---HI/HELLO GROUP 1--- **SHIPPED**

*SCRAPIN2010 (RECEIVED)
*GEMZISLE (RECEIVED)
*SURALEAR1(RECEIVED)
*WITCHGUEST(RECEIVED)
*MRSOVWATSON
*SHTANAH (RECEIVED)

--HI/HELLO GROUP 2--**SHIPPED**

*FAREEDA97 (RECEIVED)
*POELINITZ1 (RECEIVED)
*DANNETTE R (RECEIVED)
*CHANDIWALSH (POSTAL)
*SEWGOODALL (RECIEVED)
*MRSTLC1 (RECEIVED)

--THANKS GROUP 1--**SHIPPED**

*GEMZISLE (RECEIVED)
*LEASY46 (RECEIVED)
*DELOVE104 (RECEIVED)
*SCRAPELEGANCE (RECEIVED)
*VADOLL70 (RECEIVED)
*FLORIDASUNFLOWER1 (RECEIVED)

--THANKS GROUP 2--**SHIPPED**

*SHTANAH (RECEIVED)
*POELINITZ1 (RECEIVED)
*LETTYCESAR (RECEIVED)
*PATSTREASURESNCRAFTS(RECEIVED)
*SGIT56 (RECEIVED)
*CRAFTERNTHEMAKING (RECEIVED)

--THANKS GROUP 3-- **SHIPPED**

*AFALLAS72 (RECEIVED)
*COASTIEMOM27 (RECEIVED)
*SURALEAR1 (RECEIVED)
*PROUDMOMMY702 (RECEIVED)
*SAMEERAZAHEDA SCRAPDAWORLD
*VBALLEN1 (RECEIVED)

--JUST A NOTE/JUST BECAUSE GROUP 1--**SHIPPED**

*SCRAPELEGANCE (RECIEVED)
*VADOLL70 (REVEIVED)
*LIGHTBROWNESUGAR74 (RECEIVED)
*QUEENBEESCREATIONS (RECEIVED)
*DANNETTE R. (RECEIVED)
*PATSTREASURESNCRAFTS (RECEIVED)

--JUST A NOTE/JUST BECAUSE GROUP 2--**SHIPPED**

*CHANDIWALSH (RECEIVED)
*SEWGOODALL (RECEIVED)
*SSCRAFTER1 (RECEIVED)
*DELOVE104 (RECEIVED)
*MRSTLC1 (RECEIVED)
*CRAFTYHOMEMADE SCRAPDAWORLD
--FRIEND GROUP 1 --

*SCRAPIN2010(RECEIVED)**SHIPPED**
*AFALLAS72 (RECEIVED)
*FAREEDA97 (RECEIVED)
*QUEENBEESCREATIONS (RECEIVED)
*SSCRAFTER1 (RECEIVED)
*TYJ419 (RECEIVED)

--FRIEND GROUP 2-- **THIS GROUP SHOULD BE SHIPPED BY FRIDAY 9/28**

*LETTYCESAR (RECEIVED)
*CRAFTERNTHEMAKING (RECEIVED)
*SCRAPALLY27(RECEIVED)
*SAMEERAZAHEDA SCRAPDAWORLD
*402TINKABELL (RECEIVED)
*DEZYLOVE33 SEWGOODALL (ANGEL AND POSTAL)




IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS - PLEASE LET ME KNOW EITHER HERE OR MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL.


THANKS AND HAPPY SCRAPPING!!!

TMIKA

So/Sew Sweet Image Postcard Swap (Closed)

Hey all!!

I am hosting another swap this month! Why? Because I LOVE it!! Anywhoo, the theme for this month is So/Sew (either one you want to roll with) Sweet Image Postcard.

Please see the video for verbal instructions.

Here is a grunge example:



Here is a shabby chic example:



Here is an example of how the back should look:





(SO CUTE!!)


Here are the RULES:

*Create a sturdy postcard (using lght wght chipboard, white board, cereal boxes..etc) the measurements are 4x6.

*Decorate the front of your card using dimension (flowers, lace, trims, pearls etc..)

*Must have the words (SEW SWEET OR SO SWEET) somewhere on the front.

*Must use an image on the front (can be stamped, colored, pre-colored..etc)


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

*Choose your style - shabby chic or grunge

*Attach your blog or yt name on your PACKAGING (please do not write on the swap item itself) so we can give you proper credit and the receipient can re-use it.

*SEND A RETURN ENVELOPE AND STAMPS (you dont have to adhere them to your envelope)

*Not open internationally at this time :(

*A running list will be created here. Check back to see updates on your group as needed. I will post progress daily.

*PLEASE DON'T BE LATE!!!!!!! SWAPS ARE DUE JULY 20TH, 2012 (plenty of time)

If you have any questions, feel free to leave them here or my Youtube channel.

Thank you guys for playing - this will be a fun swap!!!

Happy Scrappin'

Tmika Miller
PO BOX 26212
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Grunge Group: (SEND 5 TO ME)

1. Queenbeescreations (RECEIVED)(SHIPPED)
2. Creative2theT (RECEIVED)
3. Sudmorris (RECEIVED)
4. Delove104 (RECEIVED)
5. Littlelyds1(RECEIVED)
6. Shtanah (RECEIVED)


SHABBY CHIC - GROUP 1 (SEND 5 TO ME)(WINNERS!!)(SHIPPED)

1. Bngurlie (RECEIVED)
2. 96Diane12 (RECEIVED)
3. Glorious316 (RECEIVED)
4. Sewgoodall (RECEIVED)
5. Staplem1 (RECEIVED)
6. Floridasunflower1 (RECEIVED)

SHABBY CHIC - GROUP 2 (SEND 4 TO ME)**SHIPPING**

1. Proudmommy702 (RECEIVED)
2. Tyj419 (RECEIVED)
3. Sscrafter(RECEIVED)
4. Mizmelody1970 (RECEIVED)
5. Thedamselofdistress (RECEIVED)

SHABBY CHIC - GROUP 3 (SEND 4 TO ME)(SHIPPED)

1. Lightbrownesugar74 (RECEIVED)
2. Scrapin2010 (RECEIVED)
3. Scrappassion01 (RECEIVED)
4. Vadoll710 (RECEIVED)
5. Sgit56 (RECEIVED)

Glitz Design Pretty in Pink Kits

I have an awesome kit for you guys! It's using the Glitz Design Pretty in Pink paper. Beautiful!!!! Here is the video of the kit contents. Some of the item include the full paper pad (6x6), chipboard, trims, seam binding, flowers, glassine bags, vellum envelope..etc. If you are interested in buying such awesomeness - click below!

Thanks for stopping by!!

xoxo
Tmika

London Market 6x6 Mini Album Kits (sold out)

Hey all!

I have some Pink Paislee London Market kits available for sale. The paper is Georgeous - with the added embellishments you are sure to have a great mini album!!!

Thanks for stopping by,

xoxo Tmika

Melissa Francis Kits- C'est La Vie and Attic Treasures

Hey all!

I have a few Melissa Francis kits available for sale. These paper pads are georgeous! There is a more shabby chic kit and one a bit more vintage.. Both are full with trims, chinese braids, flowers, resin embellishments, porcelain/acrylic flowers, die cuts..etc!! The first collection is C'est La Vie..here is a pic of the kit.. also here is the video if you want a more detail description.

Isn't it cute???

If you're interested in purchasing..click below.

Here is the Attic Treasure collection:

So cute!!

If you are interested click below.

Please allow business day after purchase for shipping. Thanks so much for visiting! Happy Scrappin'!!

Tmika

Dress Form Stick Pin Card Swap - Closed

Hey all!!

It is time for another Awesome swap!! Shout out to Tracel J for the suggestion! If you haven't viewed the video - click here.
Here are the details:

Make an Easel Stick Pin Card using this tutorial.


The theme is Dress Form. There has to be a dress form somewhere on the card. You can use diecuts, stamps etc. Here is an example of what the swaps should look like.


Here is another option for the dress forms. TheCuttingCafe has them available for PDF, SVG, WPC. Find it here.


You must make 5 stick pins per card. Please make nice full stick pins to swap. Make sure that you uses at the very least beads and bead caps.


I will try to keep the swaps to 3-4 people so you won't have to make too many pins.


Swaps are open from April 25th to April 30th. Groups will be posted on May 1st.


Swaps must be mailed by May 25th - for US residents. For International swappers, please send your swap at least 2 weeks in advance to allow shipping time.


Please mail packages in a SASE with at least the same amount of postage it took to mail them. Please no postage labels. Use good old regular stamps.


The list of swappers with be added below. Groups will be formed and posted on May 1st.


If you have any questions, let me know.

Thanks for playing and Happy Scrappin'!!

xoxo Tmika

*** TO KEEP MY PROMISE THE GROUPS ARE SMALL. MAKE 3 SEND 2 TO ME**

TMIKA MILLER
PO BOX 26212
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55426


GROUP 1:
Creative2theT (Got it!)
TheCoCoMartha (Got it!)
Gemzisle (Got it!)

GROUP 2:
Beedieye79 (Got it!)
Joannegreathead (Got it!)
LeslieBoyce1425 (Got it!)

GROUP 3:
Shtanah (Got it!))
TYJ419 (Got it!)
Scrappingcarol (Got it!)

GROUP 4:
sewgoodall (Got it!)
Glorious16 (Got it!)
Ellescrapper (Got it!)

GROUP 5:
Proudmommy702 (Got it!)
Scrapdaworld (Got it!)
Butterflyshellster (dropped out)

GROUP6:
Queenbeecreations (Got it!)
Vballen1 (Got it!)
Panchito3948


**Don't forgt to send the postage and return envelope. Make sure you protect your swaps!!
Have fun!!

Fairy Belle Prima Mini Album Kit - $19

KIT-STRAVAGANZA #2 - Good Day Sunshine

KIT-TRAVAGANZA - For the Record

Hi all!!

Im clearing out my TO DO MINI scrap list! These are kits I would have done myself and never got around to doing it, ugh! They are priced to sell!! If you're interested..click the link below. Video on this kit will be available soon!!

Thanks for Looking..

Tmika

MME Mini Album Kits

Hey all!

I have several kits available for purchase. Check the video below, if you are interested. This kit is loaded with goodies. From papers, vellum, cardstock, stamp set, flowers, charms and much more. You are sure to enjoy this!

Thanks guys!! Happy Scrapping!

Tmika

Glassine Bags Mini Kit

Howdy All!!

I have a very pretty Glassine Bag Mini Kit available. It is soo cute!! Here is a picture..

Blush Glassine Mini Album Kit

Ain't it Cute?? The video will be uploaded soon and I will post below. Click the link below, if you are interested!

Happy Scrappin'!

Tmika

Blush Mini Album, Flowers and Stick Pins for Sale

Hey guys!!

I have a MME Blush Mini Album for sale (sold). It's soo Cute!! I also have stick pins and flowers available as well. If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, the link is below the post. Click here (soon) for the video of these products.

Happy Scrappin'!!

{{hugs}}

Tmika

White Button Vintage Flower

Silver Pearl Vintage Flower

Trinket Pin #1 (White Pearl/Silver Cap)

Trinket Pin #2 (Pink Bead/Black)

Trinket Pin #3 (Pearl Bead/Silver Flourish)

Trinket Pin #4 (Black Bead/Silver Cap)

Trinket Pin #5 (Clear Bead Pink/Silver Duo)