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Dear Anissa, My 14-year-old daughter used to love crafts when she was younger, but now she says everything feels “babyish” or “too much work.” She scrolls TikTok for hours instead, and I worry she’s missing out on that creative joy she once had. I want to encourage her (and maybe her friends) to get hands-on…
101 Scrapbooking Tips The staff at Scrap-n-Craft have compiled what we believe to be a very interesting book with lots of great ideas and interactions. This book is great for all skill levels. So, welcome to 101 Scrapbooking Tips. We love this book because no matter how many times you read it, you can always come…
$aving @ $crapbooking Often times when I am going through my scrapbook supplies I find things I don’t use anymore or things I probably won’t use in the future. Why really, do I keep them? Mostly, because I spent $ to buy them. Sometimes these papers, stickers, tools, etc. are found on clearance racks. Clearance…
The Language of Flowershttp://www.bhg.com/bhg/slideshow/slideShow.jsp?slideid=/templatedata/bhg/slideshow/data/1179442492125.xml&catref=cat50002&page=1Take a cue from the Victorian custom of communicating with flowers and craft a bouquet rich with personal sentiment. Reception Centerpiece Arrangementshttp://www.bhg.com/bhg/slideshow/slideShow.jsp?sssdmh=dm17.269210&slideid=/templatedata/bhg/slideshow/data/1145482331032.xml&esrc=nw10df4&email=1281715873Set the mood for your post-nuptials party with flowers. Consider the mood you want to establish — are you going for a modern vibe or a classic feel? Flower choice, design,…
Between melted glue sticks and midnight deadlines, creativity can start to feel like chaos. This week’s letters remind us that even when things fall apart, grace holds the pieces together. AskAnissa: Craft Room Meltdown Dear Anissa,My craft room is so messy it could qualify as a natural disaster. I love creating, but I can’t find…
Dear Anissa,I used to love crafting, but now it just feels like work. How do I find my spark again?— Uninspired Artist Dear Uninspired,Inspiration is a shy friend — she only shows up when you stop chasing her. Step away from the glue gun, take a walk, or do something messy and meaningless. Creativity grows…