Helen Plum Library

"At Madeline's Tea Salon, the cozy hub of the Avalon community, local residents scrapbook their memories and make new ones. But across town, other Avalonians are struggling to free themselves of the past ... Enter Bettie Shelton, the irascible founder of the Avalon Ladies Scrapbooking Society. Under Bettie's guidance, even the most reluctant of Avalon's residents come to terms with their past and make bold decisions about their future. But when the...

As the second decade of the 21st century begins, we're more compelled than ever to find refuge in our homes and personalize our living spaces with DIY projects that celebrate who we are and where we've been. In Crafting a Meaningful Home, Meg Mateo Ilasco shares 27 projects that tell personal stories and celebrate heritage, all easily created on a budget. Learn how to decoupage a plate with photos of a best friend; silkscreen upholstery with folk...

De la mano de Quim Díaz de cosesdscrap.com en el tercer número de Papel Creativo vamos a conocer en profundidad y aprender el manejo de tintas, sellos, máscaras, tipos de encuadernaciones y composiones.... A través de interesantes proyectos para inspirarnos y enamorarnos del scrap: Scrapbooking,cuadernos,albumes y home por Quim Diaz

What if I told you you didn't have to spend a lot of money to make a truly beautiful looking scrapbook that everyone will envy? If you are like me, you probably hate spending a lot of money on all your scrapbooking items. Let's face it, it can get expensive! I used to spend hundreds, even thousands on this hobby I love so much. One day I decided, enough is enough! Does that sound like you? The good news for you is you don't have to spend a ton of...

Take up your scrapbooking in a whole new state of mind-and spirit. When I scrapbook, I feel empowered and connected and hopeful. I feel grateful and content and stimulated. In the process of scrapbooking, I feel the closest to my essential self, and to God. -from the Introduction In this imaginative, creative resource, award-winning scrapbook designer Cory Richardson-Lauve leads you on a celebration of the divine connection you can experience through...

Signed, sealed, delivered! In this delightful book, card-making mavens Eunice and Sabrina Moyle of Hello! Lucky letterpress gather together more than 25 projects from today's most talented paper artists. Simple instructions outline card- and envelope-folding basics plus how to screen print, use a Print Gocco machine, hand-bind, emboss, stamp, stencil, and much more. Ready-to-use patterns and spiral binding ease the process while easy-to-follow directions,...

Finding the perfect quote or sentiment to compliment a well-designed layout can trip up even the most experienced cardmakers, but with this compendium of more than 1,000 phrases and expressions, crafters will never again be at a loss for words. Ideal for scrapbooks and greeting cards, the quotes in this book range from humorous to inspirational to thought-provoking, and they are organized into categories such as Birthday, Christmas, Encouragement,...

The stunning detail in this showcase of fine gifts for friends and family can be easily recreated at any skill level. With easy-to-follow instructions and an accessible materials list, each project is designed to ensure a successful creative experience. From jewelry and ornaments to frames and memory albums, the innovative projects span all seasons of gift giving and agree with any budget. The tutorials utilize popular Spellbinders products that are...

New from House of White Birches, this book features 1,000+ sentiments grouped by popular card making and scrapbooking categories. Crafters will turn to this book again and again when they want to say more than just the same old quote or sentiment. 176 pages, softcover