Father's Day Fun!

Ok, so we know that we've been a little blog crazy lately, but there are so many fun new things going on around here that we just can't resist sharing!

Lindsey has created some awesome projects for Father's Day.  Using the new Like Father Like Son Paper Kit from Fancy Pants and TONS of fabulous embellishments and techniques, Lindsey has created some great things that we're sure you're dads will love.  

First, we have an amazing Super Dad card!

Here's the inside...

 

Check out these brads from American Crafts!

Here are the instructions on how to make this Super Dad card!

Supplies:
American Crafts – Medium Brads (Pewter) Fancy Pants – Like Father Like Son Paper Kit
Tim Holtz – Silver Grommets
Tim Holtz – Distress Ink - Faded Jean
Tim Holtz – Advantus Sanding Grip Block
Mark Richards – Metal Stickers: Nailheads Grey 3mm
7Gypsies – Paper Fasteners: Antique Silver
Cutting Blade

Technique Tip:  Looking for a special element within your paper pack is a great way to start a project. Find a special phrase or a picture that you want to theme your project around and watch the ideas flow! For this project, Lindsey focused on the “Super Dad” phrase found in the Like Father Like Son Paper Kit by Fancy Pants.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Find the Argyle Paper in the Like Father Like Son Paper Kit. Cut the paper into a 12” x 5 ¾” piece.  You will make two folds along the length of the paper. The first fold is at 5”, the second at 10”.  This will give you a card with a flap to keep it shut. Next, take the Tim Holtz Sanding Grip Block and rough up the edges of the card.  Finally, ink the edges of the card with the Faded Jean Distress ink.

 










Step 2: Within the Like Father Like Son Paper Kit there is a page of design strips. Find and cut out the strip with “Super Dad” on it.  The strip should be around 3 ¾” wide. Using the Sanding Grip Block and the Distress Ink, rough and ink the edges of the strip. This strip will make the bellyband that will go around the card. Before folding the strip, take your blade cutter and cut along the top point of the star. Cut another paper strip from the design strip page. It should be about ¼” wide.  Slip it under the cut point of the star. Glue the ¼” strip to the “Super Dad” strip.  With “Super Dad” in the front, fold the sides so that it raps around the 12” x 5 ¾“ card.  Crease the bellyband, slide it off the card, and then glue the strip together where it meets.  Your card should then be able to slip in and out of the bellyband with ease while still being a snug fit.

Step 3: Cut a 3 ½” strip of the Mark Richards Metal Stickers. Attach it directly below the brown stripe on the “Super Dad” bellyband. Next, take a 7Gypsies Paper Fastener and attach it to the top left side of the bellyband.

Step 4: From the Like Father Like Son Paper Kit cut out the “Happy Father’s Day” card.  Rough and ink the edges of it.  Take two medium sized brads and attach them to the top left side of the card.  Open your 12” x 5 ¾” card and attach the “Happy Father’s Day” card in the middle section.

Step 5: Close the card and slip on the bellyband.

For our next project we have a very dad-esque layout design!

Lindsey also created this layout using the Like Father Like Son Paper Kit. 

Check out these details!

Using corkboard is a great way to get your project to pop. It's unusual, but easy to work with!

Aren't all dads heroes? :)

Check out the amazing selection of paper! With a little stitching and a little tearing your project can take on that weathered look with ease. 

Here are the instructions for this layout:

Supplies:
American Crafts - Memory Marker (Black or Brown)
Fancy Pants – Like Father Like Son Paper Kit
Graphic 45 – Domestic Goddess Paper Kit
Tim Holtz - Lost & Found Advantus Paper Stack
Tim Holtz – Distress Inks:
     Brushed Corduroy
     Faded Jean
SEI – Neutrals Velvet Paper
Cricut Cartridges:
     Stamped (Size 1)
     Storybook (Size 1)
In Stitch’z Kit
Permatac Adhesive Tool
Quickie Pen
Corkboard


Technique Tip:  To keep your project coordinated, make sure you use the same techniques throughout your project. For this project we are going to use the In Stitch’z needle tool and a fine tip marker to give the edge of our paper a sewn look.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Choose a paper from the Like Father Like Son Paper kit to use for your background. After you have chosen one, lightly brush both of the Distress Ink colors over the edges of the paper. Next, take your needle tool from the In Stitch’z kit and pierce holes around the edge of the paper. Using a brown or black fine tip marker or pen draw lines connecting the holes. This will give the page the appearance of having a sewn edge.

Step 2: Take the Marble Blue paper from the Lost & Found Paper Stack and tear it in half. Next, tear the edges along the two adjacent sides, leaving the bottom straight. Ink the edges with the Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink.  Using the In Stitch’z needle tool again, pierce holes along the three torn edges.  Use your fine tip marker to draw lines connecting the holes.

Step 3: Choose 3-5 coordinating papers from any of the paper packs. For this project, I used the following: Old News Paper Clipping, Linen Blue Wash, Old World Globe, Stripe, and Toast.

Step 4: Tear all of the edges of the papers you chose in Step 3. Another option is to sand them. To keep this project coordinated, make sure that you use similar techniques on all the papers you use within it. For this project, inking and texturizing the edges helps tie everything together. You can also use the In Stitch’z needle tool and fine tip marker on some of the pages to help keep the look synchronized. To finish this step, strategically stagger, layer, and attach your coordinating papers in the center of the page.

Step 5: The cork letter! Using materials that you do not normally see helps give your scrapbooking projects an extra pop. Using a pre-cut 1 ½” letter “H”, trace the letter onto your piece of corkboard. Carefully cut the “H” out and attach it to your layout. Next, using a black fine tip pen, draw dashes around it.

Step 6: Take your Linen Blue paper and use the Cricut Storybook cartridge to cut out the letters “E”, “R”, and “O” in size 1.  With the Cricut Stamped Cartridge, cut out the letters “M” and “Y”, also in size 1.  Ink the edges of all of the letters with the Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink.  Next, from the Graphic 45 Domestic Goddess Paper Pack, find the letters “D”, “A”, and “D” and cut them out. Attach all the letters to your layout. Using your fine black tip pen again, write “is” between “Hero” and “my”.

Don't forget you can always email Lindsey with questions about her projects.  You can contact her at lindseyfillmore @ yahoo . com.

Happy weekend! Give your dads a hug :)

What's new with Cricut?

So you've all seen or heard about the new cartridges from Cricut, but do you know what you want to do with them yet?  Well here are some fabulous ideas!

Cindy Loo:

Framed Family Layout

Display your family pictures in this cheerful layout!

Design by:	Miranda Urry
Date:	2010-05-19 11:30:32
Category:	Scrapbooking
Skill level:	Easy
Time:	1 hour, plus drying time

Instructions

1. Spray paint frame. Let dry.
2. Use one 12" x 12" sheet of light blue cardstock as layout base. Cut one 11 ½" x 11 ½" block of dark blue cardstock. Cut one 11" x 11" block of white patterned paper. Layer and adhere to layout base.
3. Cut frames. Using Cindy Loo cartridge and yellow cardstock, select Frame feature and cut one 5" . Ink edges. Using dark blue cardstock, select Frame feature, press Shift, and cut one 5" . Layer together and set aside. Using yellow cardstock, select Frame feature and cut one 5" . Ink edges. Using dark blue cardstock, select Frame feature, press Shift, and cut one 5" . Layer together and set aside. Cut two 4 ¾" x 3 ¾" blocks of light blue cardstock. Adhere photographs to blocks. Adhere blocks behind frames using foam dots. Adhere frames to layout as shown.
4. Cut tree. Using green cardstock, cut one 9 ½" . Using brown cardstock, press Shift and cut one 9 ½" . Layer together. Adhere to layout as shown using foam dots.
5. Cut FaMiLy. Using yellow cardstock, select Font feature, press Shift, and cut one 2" , one 2" , and one 2" . Ink edges and set aside. Using yellow cardstock, select Font Layer feature and cut one 3" , one 3" , and one 3" . Ink edges and set aside. Using dark blue cardstock, select Font Layer feature, press Shift, and cut one 2" , one 2" , and one 2" . Using dark blue cardstock, select Font feature and cut one 3" , one 3" , and one 3" . Layer letters together. Adhere letters to layout as shown using foam dots. Place layout in frame.

What You Will Need

1. Cricut Expression^® Personal Electronic Cutter with Plantin SchoolBook and Accent Essentials^® cartridges [290300]
2. Cricut^® Cindy Loo cartridge [2000333]

Other Supplies

1. Cardstock: yellow, green, light blue, dark blue, brown
2. Patterned paper: white
3. 12" x 12" Wooden frame
4. Ink: light brown
5. Spray paint: brown
6. Paper trimmer
7. Foam dots
8. Adhesive

Mini Monsters:

 

My Little Monsters Treat Bags

Create a fun place to hang special treats!

Design by:	Georgina Jarvie
Date:	2010-02-25 15:57:33
Category:	Holidays
Skill level:	Easy
Time:	2 hours, plus drying time

Instructions

1. Paint board purple. Wax areas you want purple to show. Sand board and paint black over purple. Sand lightly to allow purple to show through. Use hammer to add nails to board as shown.
2. Cut my little. Using Cricut DesignStudio software and Plantin SchoolBook cartridge, select 1 ½" letters to spell my little. Weld together. Cut from light purple cardstock. Using Plantin SchoolBook cartridge, select Shadow feature and select 1 ½" letters to spell my little. Weld together. Cut from black glitter cardstock. Cut again from dark purple cardstock. Layer and adhere to board as shown.
3. Cut Monsters. Using Mini Monsters cartridge and black cardstock, select Phrase feature and cut one 2 ¼" . Repeat cut using light purple cardstock and Phrase Shadow feature. Using dark purple cardstock, select Phrase feature, press Shift, and cut one 2 ¼" . Layer together. Adhere to board as shown using foam squares.
4. Cut first treat bag. Using green patterned cardstock, cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using green cardstock and Layer 1 feature. Repeat cut using white cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Using light purple cardstock, select Layer 1 feature, press Shift, and cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using black cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Assemble bag. Tie ribbon through holes for handle.
5. Cut second treat bag. Using light purple cardstock, cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using dark purple cardstock and Layer 1 feature. Repeat cut using white cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Using black patterned cardstock, select Layer 1 feature, press Shift, and cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using black cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Cut off handle. Punch holes in sides. Assemble bag. Tie ribbon through holes for handle.
6. Cut third treat bag. Using orange patterned cardstock, cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using light purple cardstock and Layer 1 feature. Repeat cut using white cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Using dark purple cardstock, select Layer 1 feature, press Shift, and cut one 5 ½" . Repeat cut using black cardstock and Layer 2 feature. Cut off handle. Cut one handle in half to make horns. Punch holes in sides. Assemble bag. Tie ribbon through holes for handle.
7. Hang completed bags on nails.

What You Will Need

1. Cricut Expression^® Personal Electronic Cutter with Plantin SchoolBook and Accent Essentials^® cartridges [290300]
2. Cricut^® Mini Monsters cartridge [2000192]
3. Cricut DesignStudio^® software [290500]

Other Supplies

1. Cardstock: orange patterned, white, black, black patterned, black glitter, light purple, dark purple, green, green patterned
2. 18" x 3 ½" x ¾" Board
3. Ribbon: ¼ yard each of three different patterns
4. Paint: purple, black
5. Paintbrush and sandpaper
6. Candle or other wax
7. 3 Horseshoe nails, hammer, hole punch, and scissors
8. Foam squares and adhesive

Wall Decor and More:

Shabby Chic Name Swag

Create a cute piece of wall décor for your daughter or granddaughter!

Design by:	Georgina Jarvie
Date:	2010-03-30 12:04:23
Category:	Home Decor
Skill level:	Intermediate
Time:	1 hour 30 minutes

Instructions

1. Cut square charms. Using George and Basic Shapes cartridge and brown cardstock, select Charm feature, press Shift, and cut enough 5 ½" that you will have one for each letter in the name, plus two. Using a variety of pink patterned cardstock, press Shift and cut the same number of 4 ½" . Layer together using foam squares.
2. Cut butterfly. Using Wall Décor and More cartridge and pink cardstock, cut one 3" . Repeat cut using pink patterned cardstock. Using brown cardstock, press Shift and cut two 3" . Cut out one brown body and discard wings. Layer butterfly together as shown, adhering only body sections together. Fold up pink and pink patterned wings for dimension. Adhere to charm as shown using foam squares.
3. Cut dancer. Using brown cardstock, cut one 3 ½" . Adhere to charm as shown using foam squares.
4. Cut name. Using pink cardstock, select Monogram feature and cut 3" letters to spell name. Using brown cardstock, select Monogram feature, press Shift, and cut 3" letters to spell name. Layer together. Adhere to charms as shown using foam squares. Embellish with rhinestones.
5. Loop ribbon through charms, alternating colors. Adhere ribbons to tulle using glue gun. Glue buttons over ribbon, alternating colors. Tie loop in ends of tulle. Adhere craft flowers over knots using glue gun.

What You Will Need

1. Cricut^® Personal Electronic Cutter with George and Basic Shapes^® cartridge [290001]
2. Cricut^® Wall Décor and More cartridge [2000270]

Other Supplies

1. Cardstock: brown, pink, various pink patterned
2. Ribbon: 1 yard brown, 1 yard pink, pink tulle
3. Buttons: pink, brown
4. Rhinestones: pink
5. Two 1 ½" craft flowers
6. Scissors
7. Glue gun
8. Foam squares and adhesive

Freshly Picked:

Flower Card

This cute flower card is a great for almost any occasion!

Design by:	Miranda Urry
Date:	2010-05-19 16:35:53
Category:	Paper Crafting
Skill level:	Easy
Time:	30 minutes

Instructions

1. Cut one 12" x 8 ½" block of light purple cardstock. Fold in half to create card base. Cut one 5 ¾" x 8" block of floral patterned paper. Adhere to card front using foam dots. Cut one 5" x 7 ¾" block of cream cardstock. Adhere to card front using foam dots.
2. Cut flower. Using Freshly Picked cartridge and green cardstock, cut one 7" . Repeat cut using light pink cardstock and Layers feature. Using orange patterned paper, press Shift and cut one 7" . Repeat cut using dark purple cardstock and Layers feature. Layer together.
3. Tie ribbon around pot as shown. Adhere flower to card as shown using foam dots.

What You Will Need

1. Cricut Expression^® Personal Electronic Cutter with Plantin SchoolBook and Accent Essentials^® cartridges [290300]
2. Cricut^® Freshly Picked cartridge [2000313]

Other Supplies

1. Cardstock: light purple, dark purple, green, light pink, cream
2. Patterned paper: floral, orange
3. Ribbon: 4" pink sheer
4. Paper trimmer
5. Foam dots
6. Adhesive

Aren't those projects just too cute? These new cartridges have oh so many possibilities!




Happy crafting!

Don't Forget Dad!

Father's Day will be here before we know it so don't forget the Dad(s) in your life.  You can find everything you need for your projects at OMC, and just you need a little inspiration about what to for that special guy we'll provide some great ideas to get those gifts finished.  Check these out for starters:

Dad, You've Steeled My Heart Card

by Deena Ziegler


Instructions:

Create a card out of cardstock. Trim patterned paper to size and adhere to card front. Emboss a strip of cardstock with the Sizzix Paisley embossing folder and mat with a strip of complementary-colored cardstock. Wrap with a ribbon and adhere to card. Die-cut Sizzix Heart out of decorative foil and adhere to card with foam dots. Print sentiments, trim to size and adhere to card.

Dad, You Rock Card

by Natalie Malan

Instructions:

1. Cut one 5 ½" x 8 ½" block of red cardstock. Fold in half to create card base.

2. Create stamps. Using Stamping cartridge, Deep Cut Blade & Housing, and stamp material, select Blackout feature, press Shift, and cut one 1" . Using stamp material, cut one 1 ½" . Using stamp material, press Shift and cut one 1" . Mount cuts on stamping blocks.

3.Use black ink and star stamp on card front. Use black ink on card edges. Let dry.

4. Cut star frame. Using green patterned paper, cut one 3" . Use teal ink on edges. Repeat cut using Shadow feature and teal cardstock. Cut a piece of red cardstock to fit behind star opening. Cut a piece of blue patterned paper to fit behind window. Draw or doodle around edges of star frame. Tear strips of spiral notebook paper. Layer and adhere frame to card as shown.

5. Cut guitar. Using yellow cardstock, select Shadow feature, pressShift, and cut one 1" . Use guitar stamp and black ink on guitar. Adhere to card as shown.

6.Cut you rock. Using yellow cardstock, select Shadow feature and cut one 1 ½" . Use black ink and you rock stamp on phrase. Adhere to card as shown.

Embossed Daddy's Girls Card

by Cara Mariano

Instructions:

Create a card out of white-core colored cardstock. Use an embossing folder to emboss a design on the front of the card. Lightly sand the design to highlight. Adhere photo to the card. Emboss shapes onto a variety of white-core colored cardstock. Lightly sand to highlight. Trim around shapes and adhere to the card. Embellish with printed sentiment.

If any of you have Father's Day projects you're working on we'd love for you to share them with us!

Best New Product: Texture Boutique!

Guess which product won Best New Product in Craft/Scrapbooking... 

The Texture Boutique Embossing Machine from Sizzix!

Oh My Crafts loves the Texture Boutique! Cute and convenient, this tool from Sizzix is perfect for transforming cardstock into elegant embossed art.  Just like the name, the Texture Boutique adds texture to your projects by dry embossing a pattern, a shape, or even words onto your cardstock. It even works on metal and acrylic.

Don't be fooled, however. This little machine isn't just for cards. Using A2 or 5x7 folders, the Texture Boutique is a brilliant addition to your scrapbook layouts. Fun textured backgrounds, titles, or just simple embellishments, this machine can emboss it all!

Click Here to check out the article.

PS! Did you know that the new Tim Holtz Textured Fades from Sizzix are compatible with the Texture Boutique? 

. . . Well now you do :)

Happy scrapping!


 







Blessed are the children of scrapbookers, for they shall inherit the scrapbooks!  ~Author Unknown