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Eileen Hull Sizzix Oct Release Party – Hats, Charms, Earrings, Books, and more . . . Oh My!
Hello All, Some exciting inspiration coming your way. This Eileen Hull Sizzix release was designed with journaling in mind, but the sky is the limit! I focused more on projects, but this is a great release for art journalers as well! If you have never journaled before, this collection of seven products is a great place to start! If you have been journaling for a while, you will want to add these items to your stash- the pieces are very versatile and will coordinate with many of the other dies you may already have. At the bottom of the post, I’m sharing some projects I created with these awesome dies,…
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12 Days of Sizzix – Day 7 – Last Minute Gifts
Who says you need a lot of time to make cool last-minute gifts? This Leather Sunflower Magnetic Charm is a perfect example of a last-minute gift that will be loved all year round. Here’s what you’ll need: Here’s the How to: Include a little note to the recipient of the different places the charm can be attached to including a favorite bag, hat, shoes or anywhere the sunflower will stay put with the second magnet holding it in place. Tell the recipient that this charm is built to last since its made with durable leather. These charms are so easy and fun to make, you’ll want to gift one to…
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How Big is Your Head? Measuring for a Hat
How many hat lovers are out there? Share with me if you love a good hat. I’ve always worn hats of all kinds. You can wear them every day, for practical reasons, or for special occasions. Dress them down or dress them up, they are a good investment. How big is your head? No, I don’t mean your ego. Often I get asked on how to measure a head for a hat. That’s great if you’re in front of me and I have a tape measure, but what if you’re at home? The Charlie 1 Horse website has some great information on how to do just this. Feel free to…
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Burn Baby, Burn – Literally Branding Your Brand
As I start to get more requests for my leather flowers, feathers and custom hats, I’ve started to purchase some mini branding irons. I also created a person logo and had a custom mini branding iron made to stamp on the back of my leather creations. So much fun! Cheryl Waters Designs . . . CW . . . works perfecting with one another. It was my husband’s idea to combine my initials and have a branding iron made. So smart and creative. So I played a round a little to find the right font. Additionally I ordered a branded rubber stamp. I’ve branded a Padfolio, some coasters, a tool…
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A New Year, A New Beginning
As we enter 2024, it’s a fresh start. I love a new start, a new chance, a new canvas. I’m wishing you all a wonderful new year. I realize for some, you may have just had a loss and it doesn’t seem like a smooth beginning. Maybe you’re facing a health challenge. Know that I’m rooting for you in 2024. Reflecting back on the old and looking forward to the new is promising. Warmest blessings and wishes to you and yours!
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The Making Season
It is making season. One person that I hold dear and that is so good at making gifts is our girl, Abigail. She’s so thoughtful in the gifts she makes, and quite creative. I’m having a bit of a challenge finding pockets of time for me to make, but it’s still so important. It’s important to share your passion with others, do what you love and fill that soul bank. Recently I’ve been creating leather feathers for some friends. Having a difficult time keeping up with the requests, but I’ll get there. You can see more HERE and HERE. How about you? What are you creating? What are you passionate…
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October, Pink and Leather Feathers
Can you believe we are in October? It’s Pumpkin Spice Latte time, preparing for the holidays, enjoying Fall traditions, gathering with family and friends, and more. Recently, I created the below feathers in my favorite color combo. Pink is such a significant color for so many, including myself. as a Breast Cancer survivor. I’m grateful to be able to stick another feather in my hat, significant of another year blessed to be here on Earth. I qualified for, and went in this last week for a trial study. This is the second study to help early detection for cancers like pancreatic and ovarian . These types of cancers usually aren’t…
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Artistic Christmas Gifts
Some folks have asked, ‘What do you do with all your Gel Press prints?’ Here are some simple gift ideas and ways to use your Gel Press prints or other collage papers you may already have in your stash. Those are just a few examples of ways you can use your Gel Press prints. Below are a couple of examples. Warmest Creative Wishes,
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Stick a (Leather) Feather in It – Handmade Hats & Leather Pieces
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Precious Leather Album – Eileen Hull Sizzix Chapter 3 Release
