Tuesday Tutorial {thank you notes-book DIY}

are you a reluctant thanker?

maybe this DIY will cure any "forgetfulness"...

this is easy, useful, and pretty!

ingredients:  

1. manila folder 

2. scissors

3. scrapbook paper 

4. adhesive (glue stick or tape runner)

5. 6X9 mini clipboard

directions:

take your manila folder and fold it in half. i used a used one -upcycle!

 close it how it normally closes while it is folded in half

cut or slice the right side off to fit your clipboard

use adhesive to cover the outside with scrapbook paper and cut to fit

add your thank you cards, stamps, and what have you

place it in your clipboard
and now your "good to go"...  for reals!

put it in your purse and write thank you notes while 

sitting at gymnastics, swim lessons, doctor's office... etc.

i have all my contacts in my phone so i'm all set.

now address your cards, and mail them off :)

happy crafting!

xoxo,

Tuesday Tutorial {repurposed birdcage ribbon dispenser}

remember my 'inspiring' birdcage?

it has re-inspired me to create a newer purpose for it.

first i went to Michael's and bought some 3 foot dowels, 5 for .59 cents ea 

then i cut them in half.

i could have used a circular saw but that is scary so

i used some pruning shears instead. why not?

they worked great.

i slid the dowels into place

here is my problem

a laundry basket full of ribbons

they have been in buckets and baskets falling all over the place

getting in my way.

i am so excited for this...

just slide the ribbon into place.

pull a little bit out of the spool through the birdcage.

and viola!

put it on a lazy susan and spin it for easy access while you whip out lovely creations.

no glue, hammer, screws or circular saw :)

easy peasy!

have an inspiring day!

don't forget about the giveaway :)

xoxo

krystina