A friend sent me a link to a simple notebook that someone had started for their mother on Mother’s Day with the title, “No More Mother’s Day Cards!” At first, I was a bit taken aback. No more cards?! Where would that leave card makers like me? Then I had an idea! Why not do […]
Category Archives: Paper Crafts
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May
May
We always think of soft, vintage designs for Mother’s Day…..maybe because there is something so sweet and pure about a mother’s love. So today, I’ve got a very shabby Mother’s Day card to share with you, that uses May Arts’ beautiful hand-dyed silk ribbon with woven edge. Tie a length of paper cord (or other […]
10
Feb
Feb
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, we all try to find little ways we can add that zest of romance to our lives. An easy Valentine’s Day craft for custom home dĂ©cor is to make a DIY garland or banner. Imagine a heart banner hanging on your fireplace mantle. Or imagine at your child’s desk […]
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Dec
Dec
The tradition of sending Christmas cards originated in the late 19th century by Sir Henry Cole. The original cards were advertised with the slogan: “Just published, a Christmas Congratulations Card; or picture emblematical of old English festivity to perpetuate kind recollections between dear friends”! Over the years the tradition has evolved and we have thousands […]
03
Dec
Dec
Gift Wrap isn’t always just about the beautiful package or bow, you can also make the gift tag the star! We recommend our decorative tags for Christmas, but if you want to go the extra mile, we’re here to serve inspiration. Try elevating your Christmas gift wrap with ribbon. Ribbon Used: Red and White Chevron […]
09
Mar
Mar
Check out these beautiful, crafty cards from Katie Smith @ Punk Projects. We love her ?  Ribbons used: 518-15-10 BLACK FLORAL PRINT 518-15-17 PINK FLORAL PRINT 518-15-31 GREY FLORAL PRINT 518-15-34 BLUE FLORAL PRINT W630-916-22 Confetti Washi Tape Sold exclusively on our retail website.
08
Feb
Feb
Hi, Pam Bray here from Scrapbook flair today on the the May Arts Ribbon Blog! I recently found a chipboard heart at the dollar store and thought I could upcycle it using some pretty pattern paper and fabulous May Arts Ribbon. STEP 1: I began by tracing the heart on to pattern paper; cutting it out […]
06
Apr
Apr
Want to make a unique card that’s simple but stunning. Today’s tutorial will show you how to create this corset card in no time.   Cut a base sheet of designer card stock 5 x 7”, and two strips of plain card stock 8” x 1 ½”. You want the extra length for the […]
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Mar
Mar
Hello ribbon fans! It’s Karen H., and today I am going back to the papercraft that really hooked my heart as a mom – scrapbooking! Now don’t get me wrong – I love all things paper, fabric and ribbon but when I really need a pic-me-up, scrapbooking pictures of my little family always makes me […]
