CTMH - Another money saving tip

When I was younger, wrapping paper always came on tubes.  Now it is rolled onto heavy kraft paper in some cases.  When I get to the end of the roll of wrapping paper, I save that kraft paper and use it for one of the following:

• I tape it to my table and use it as a placement when I'm heat embossing.  Then, when I'm done, I just roll it up and toss it, along with any mess.
• You can use it as wrapping paper.  Just random stamp on it - and voila - custom wrapping paper.  It's peek proof  too!
• Use it to create envelopes for your cards.  It's heavy weight, and perfect for envelopes!  It won't tear easily like a patterned paper will.

There are so many things you can do with that heavy kraft paper!  So next time you finish a roll of wrapping paper, save the kraft paper at the end!

CTMH - A tip for today!

Today - no art.  Just an idea!

When you order products, such as our brads, that come in the plastic "clamshell" type case, save the packaging.  When you need a palette for your paints, or to mix reinkers with the ceramcoat paint, use one of these. I even use them for applying mod-podge as I can pour some in, then dip my brush in that.  Though I still eventually throw them away, I have used them for an additional purpose.

CTMH - Today's Tip -- maximize your 12"x12" paper when cutting photo mats

Did you know that you can get (4) 5"x7" photo mats or card fronts from one piece of  paper?  It just takes a little planning!

This diagram shows how to do it:

Place your paper on the trimmer.  Measure 7", then cut down to 7" mark.  Turn your paper ninety degrees, and follow the same process.  Continue with the other two sides, and your finished!

Now, you have four pieces of paper - each 5"x7" from one sheet of paper!