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Paper Crafter’s Library Re-Opening Soon!

Hey there friends!

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve typed and then re-typed this sentence. I’m feeling emotional and kinda tongue tied right now.

I have a long story to share, but I’m not even sure where to start.

For now I’ll say this….

Many of you who know the drama that’s transpired over the last 24 hours – I am grateful to report that the Paper Crafter’s Library domain and blog is back under my ownership.

If you are interested in the details of what happened you can read about it HERE.

Over the next few weeks I will be working on updating and revamping the blog. So very soon you’ll be seeing a “coming soon” page.

Although I won’t be re-opening the PCL membership site, I will be re-launching this blog.

With Love and Creative Blessings,

Andrea

Paper Crafter’s Library is Officially Closed!

I’ve heard it said that “all good things must come to an end.” Although I’m not sure I really believe that saying, for Paper Crafter’s Library, it is unfortunately true.

Launched in 2011, serving thousands of customers around the world, both the Paper Crater’s Library Membership site – the largest and most comprehensive library of paper crafting video tutorials in the world – and Paper Crafter’s Library itself …..is now officially closed.

You will be able to find me – Andrea Walford – on www.andreawalford.com – blogging about art, faith, entrepreneurship and life in general on www.andreawalford.com (the site is currently down for maintenance).

Trend Watch – 2015 Year in Review

What an awesome year 2015 was! And after all the good things and a few not so good things, I get to do the 2015 round up of paper crafting awesomeness we all experienced and participated in this year.

This is a pretty daunting job. I have never been one to be brief when I could include everything. There are so many fun trends that began this year and some that have resurged from the past or spilled over from last year.

As a disclaimer I often get the pull back from my husband when we have a party. I always want to do something special and have signature dishes that I know will appeal to my friends and family. That means that we have tables full of food that everyone can’t possible eat in one day. But I love to show the people I love how much I care.

I’d like to show you how much it has meant to me to be on the the Trendy Tuesday reporter team for over a year now. I have loved that it was my ‘job’ to troll Pinterest and find cool things to share with you. I appreciate the comments you have left me and your patience as I break out yet another bad pun. You all have been wonderful. So as my Christmas gift to you, enjoy the awesomeness that 2015 brought to us!

The trends I thought were the most fun or intriguing this year are: Layered Flowers, Planners, DIY Backgrounds, Foiling, Food Treats, Tags, Die Cuts, Messy Watercolor, Wreaths, and Coffee. Not in any particular order

Now most normal people would showcase a few cards from each of these areas. But I though it might be fun to show cards that combine a few or multiple techniques and trends in one card. This is part of the over the top thing I can’t help but do but hey, it is fun! So here we go.

The first card is just so awesome. I love it in so many ways. Die cuts just went crazy this year. If you could die cut it, there was a die for that. From image dies, to word dies to cover dies, we saw so many fun things that give paper crafts such a nice finished look. Look at the effect Amy gets by die cutting the balloon image multiple times and using it as background. Seriously cool. And she used the word die and distress inks to give herself the perfect color for her message. The combination is very striking.

card by Amy Rysavy photo courtesy of Prairie Paper and Ink

While I didn’t note it in this article, have you all noticed the white on white background trend with die cuts? It looks so swank. Yoonsun also layered several hello die cuts together in several colors to make the sentiment pop.

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card by Yoonsun Hur photo courtesy of Rejoicing Crafts

Tags were super hot this year. And when coupled with a steamy hot cup o’ joe you have one smoking hot paper craft. This one is adorable.

tag by Erin photo courtesy of Homemade Cards by Erin

We saw several wreaths this year as well. There are great stamping techniques you can use to create your own wreath as well. I love the open look of this wreath. And also check out the background color that Maria created to finish this cool wreath off.

card by Maria F. photo courtesy of Rieslingmama

The background on Isha’s card is simply stunning! I love the shiny goodness and the texture that the paste provides. I love the big script die cut word too.

card by Isha Gupta photo courtesy of Imagine Crafts

So this card combines awesome foiling and a trendy wreath. I saw so much foiling this year but didn’t quite get around to getting a machine. I know there are several ways to achieve the foil look too. So many techniques, not enough time. The contrast that Heather gets between the white and the silver is very classy.

card by Heather Pulvirenti photo courtesy of Witty Title Here

I love the idea of just taking a blank page and using several techniques and coming up with something that is as awesome as this. Wow. This card has it all: messy watercolor, repeat stamping and if you look closely, you can see the word joy sticking out in the middle. Super clever and very beautiful.

card by Isha Gupta photo courtesy of New Ideas by Isha Gupta

In my mind, alcohol counts as a treat. Am I wrong? I chose this card to inspire you for the new year and its super saturated gold foil color. Also it is a treat I hope you will enjoy at the end of the month.

card by Rachel Tessman photo courtesy of Stamp Your Art Out

Cupcakes are definitely a treat and I just love this tag. Combined with the scripty happy lettering, it fits several of our trends for the year.

tag by Jeanne Jachna photo courtesy of A Kept Life

Again, I like the wine treats too. Plus anything that makes you giggle is just a good idea. This chicken is so cute and I love the expression. This tag would be the perfect accessory for a hostess gift over the holidays.

tag by Kim O’Connell photo courtesy of Paper Perfect Designs

I’m in love with shaped cards too and I like the variety of having a wreath actually on a door. The punched leaves are so pretty and petite. Super cute.

card by Kristen Swan photo courtesy of Creative Me Inspired You

Have you purchased any of the flower sets where you build a stamped flower with shading and contrast and everything just by stamping a different image? They are so lovely and the cards they make look like art. Check out this beautiful one from Iwona.

card by Iwona Palamountain photo courtesy of Random Acts of Creativity

Do you see what I mean? This is art! How gorgeous is this wedding card from Laura. It looks like wrapping paper. The colors are perfect too.

card by Laura Jane photo courtesy of After Hours Ink and Flowers

So if I count alcohol as a treat, do I have to count coffee too? I’m not a coffee drinker but it seems like the world has discovered that it is not only delicious to smell and drink but it is great to craft with. There are several stamp sets with coffee cups and punny little expressions. This one combines a sweet treat with the famous brew.

card by Claire Brennan photo courtesy of Waltzing Mouse Makes: Hope it Tickles

I am not quite organized enough to have a planner but I can appreciate how pretty they look. There are several stamps you can buy and systems that you can use. I also appreciate people who get in there and make something that works for them. WaiSam made her own tabs and if you use the link below she has a how to.

journal tabs by WaiSam photo courtesy of Happie Scrappie

Jennifer is partial to her favorite journaling system but look how completely she can transform a page with stickers and washi tape and the cutest bow clip ever.

journal page by Jennifer photo courtesy of My Purpley Life

Are you still crushing on donuts? I kind of want one right now. Plus they are just ripe for a pun which I am always interested in hearing. This one is as delicious as it is punny.

card by Amy Sheffer photo courtesy of Pickled Paper Designs

I am still in love with the shaker but I included this beautiful tag because of the wreath, ever so pretty, and because it is a tag. I am not sure if I’d want to give this one away.

tag by Jocelyn Olson photo courtesy of Red Balloon Cards

So I know I have shown you a lot and I appreciate your patience. Do you have a favorite of the trends for this year? Are there any you think I have missed?

I would like to wish you and yours the happiest of holiday seasons and a bright, brand new year.

I hope you craft a great one. So go ahead… make something pretty.

Trend Watch – Christmas

It’s almost Christmas! And well, what a nice subject for a trend watch. I didn’t find a specific style that really sums up this years Christmas card trend. I think everything is allowed, and that’s one of the things I like about Christmas cards. There are so many options! You’re definitely not restricted to gold, red and green. The last years blue, purple and silver are used more and more on Christmas cards. Even the subjects have a wide variety. From just a sentiment, to trees or cute animals. Everything is possible. So today I want to share a couple of beautiful cards I’ve seen in the past weeks. No matching styles but all centered around one trend theme that returns every year: Christmas.

Let’s start with this card from Heather. It uses more traditional colors and you immediately get a ‘Christmas feeling’ when you see it. This card has a lot of textual elements but I love that it’s still centered around the words ‘Peace, love, joy’.

Peace, Love, Joy by Heather, image source Houses Built of Cards

Another thing that works well with Christmas is to add a little bling. Glitters, gold, silver, this is the time of the year to use it! Embossing powers are great for these cards, as you can see on this card from Simone Naoum.

Merry Christmas by Simone Naoum, image source Designs by Simone

And, as said before, you don’t have to limit yourself with a special color palette or something like that. Virginia made this beautiful card with yellow, orange and a touch of gold. Non traditional colors but still a great Christmas card! (I could imagine this are great colors for the countries that don’t have a cold and snowy Christmas)

Joyeux Noel by Virginia Lu, image source Yes, Virginia

CAS cards are beautiful for Christmas too. I love the serene feeling this card from Jacquie has. It’s really matching the message on the card. Do you know that feeling when you look out of your window after a night of snow? I think it perfectly resembles that feeling of the crisp untouched snow that gives the whole world a beautiful white look. (we don’t get snow that often here in the Netherlands so it’s a really special feeling for us, as long as I don’t have to leave my house haha)

Peace on Earth by Jacquie Southas, image source What did I do today?

When talking about snow, a snowman couldn’t be missing from this trend watch. I love this cute snowman with his large scarf. Monika made a beautiful winter Christmas card with him.

Jolly Christmas by Monika, image source M.A.D. Stamper

Last, but not least, another card in traditional colors but with a very special touch; a pop up card. I think this scene is beautiful for a Christmas card and the pop up part makes it extra special.

Happy Holidays by Tya Smith, image source Lori Whitlock

And of course I’ve found some supplies for you!

Holly Jolly Christmas Clear stamps at Sweet ’n Sassy Stamps

Simple Stories Claus & Co paper pad at A Cherry on Top

Merry Christmas Die at Simon Says Stamp

Happiest of Holidays stamp set at Winnie and Walter

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a blessed 2016!
Enjoy the holidays and I hope you’ll have some time to get crafty!

– Lucinde

Trend Watch – See the trees for the forest

I just love trees. I have pictures of trees on my walls. I like watching the leaves turn and I like the look of the snow and ice on the branches. And now that it is officially Christmas time, for those who celebrate, there are trees everywhere. Maybe it has something to do with the symbolism of the tree. They last for generations and almost seem wise with all of the changes they have seen over the years. They also have growth and changes we can see in the leaves and branches as well as what we can’t see underground. There is so much to love. So enough of my love affair with trees. Let me show you some of the cool cards and tags I have found that feature one of nature’s awesome wonders.

Appropriately, I am going to start with Winter. Well, at least a card that shows off nature’s splendor at its best. Check out this card from Tamara. This Stampin Up! stamp allows you to capture the bones of the tree (bare branches and trunk) and you can dress it up for any season you choose. The contrast with the white snow and snowflakes against the dark brown of the tree is so nice.

card by Tamara Bertram photo courtesy of Tamara’s Paper Trail

Next is another take on the same stamp with a blue stormy sky background. I love how different the looks are with the same stamp in the same season.

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card by Lisa Brown photo courtesy of Ink and Inspirations

I just love how cleverly Diane combined her embossing folder and the tree stamps. I need to remember this sometimes that it is a great look together.

card by Diane Dimich photo courtesy of DDstamps

You don’t even have to have tree stamps to make a great tree card. Look what Jessica created by using a craft knife and two colors of green card stock. Its a great look, right? If you check her blog, she also has a pattern there you can download.

card by Jessica Jones photo courtesy of How About Orange?

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card by Jessica Jones photo courtesy of How About Orange?

Becky takes us into fall with this awesome Stampin Up! stamp and you can see the versatility in it by using different colors you get this warm look.

card by Becky Roy photo courtesy of Artistic Embellishments

In addition to shaker cards, I am obsessed with acrylic in cards. I like the peek a boo look in Paula’s Christmas card.

card by Paula Reid photo courtesy of Yellow Bear Stampin

And look at this next peek a boo acrylic card. Alanna used the tree as a background so the banner on the front of the card acts as garland too. The present in front is super cute too.

card by Alanna Wharf photo courtesy of Sleepless Stamper

Jo’s tag is just gorgeous. I love the look of craft she brings in the the tag and in the background of her trees. It adds nice texture.

tag by Jo Nevill photo courtesy of Rambling Boots

I love Dorota’s style and this card shows off the many winter white and blue trees she uses so well. You can almost hear how quiet and peaceful the scene is that she created. Just gorgeous.

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card by Dorota Kopec’ card courtesy of Handmade By Dorota Kopec’

It took me a second to realize that Laurie used the die cut she created and the negatives to make it look like there are several more trees in her scene. How clever. I love the way this turned out.

card by Laurie photo courtesy of Stamping Up North

Using a cute style can also work really well with trees too. The sweet polka dot layered look of this tree is so sweet.

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card by Lucy Abrams photo courtesy of Lucy’s Cards

Trees are such an evergreen trend (just had to work in a pun) that you can incorporate them any time of the year and especially this season. I have found a few products below you can look to for inspiration or just raid your stash to create your own version of a tree.

So go ahead… make something pretty.