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It’s fair to say these are most unusual times we are living in and not surprisingly, many people feel anxious. Maybe you are working from home, self isolating or staying safe at home – every country calls it something different, but no matter what you call it, we are all in this together. I’m trying to keep a positive attitude, while keeping my hands busy in the craft room. Crafting always relaxes me and it also provides an escape from the outside world for a bit. So why don’t you join me……

Hi creative friends, This week, our talented designers have once again graced us with their creativity, bringing forth projects that are sure to inspire and delight. Let's take a closer look at what Lauren, Angelique, and Sandra have been up to: Lauren ~ Shabby Chic Sundae Lauren, from Shabby Chic Sundae, has wowed us yet again with her breathtaking creations using the Craft Room kit, Paper Doll Whimsy. Her attention to detail is unparalleled, and her latest endeavors are nothing short of…

Creative Projects to Inspire Crafters

If you’ve been visiting for awhile, then you know that I offer quite a few free printables. I love being able to make my own DIY projects and it’s extra fun when I can share the printable graphics I make with you. Today I thought I’d do a re-cap of a few of my printables, which you are welcome to use for personal use. Unfortunately, I cannot resize any of these graphics for you… they are simply offered as they are. Most are contained on a PDF file, which will open in another window from the…

Hi there ‘shabbilicious’ friends, Have you joined in with our ‘A Year of Vintage Postcards’ project? If you are new to this year long project, we are creating a collection of vintage postcards. Every month I will be providing two vintage postcard printables to add to your collection. Each postcard measures 9 cm x 14 cm (3.5” x 5.5”) and has both a front and back image. For my own project, I’m creating a flip book filled with these gorgeous vintage postcards from the 1800’s. The back of the…

Hi creative friends, It's been quite a week of inspiration here at Shabby Art Boutique with three Design Team projects using the new Vintage Love kit. Today I'm thrilled to share with you two more gorgeous projects from Charmain and Jennifer. Charmaine ~ Two Shabby Shoes Charmaine created the sweetest little box stand to hold her handmade envelopes and tags she made from the Vintage Love kit. There's so many gorgeous layers and extras that make this box extra cute, so click on the YouTube…

Hi creative friends, Don't we all love a little French gorgeousness to play with? Well, I've got some fabulous news for the lovely subscribers of my Shabby Art Boutique newsletter... I'm delightful to share with you these elegant shabby, vintage French postcards.... and they are completely free to download! Ooh la la, these postcards are so sweet and pretty! I'm sure you will get creative with them... send them to friends, family, pop them in a journal or your lovely paper crafting projects…

Hi creative friends, The gorgeous Design Team projects just keep on coming for May and we are so spoilt this week. Honestly, you won' t believe the gorgeousness that is here to inspire us! Nicola ~ My Shabby Craft Corner Nicola has really spoiled us with beautiful shabby and inspiring projects for the new May Craft Room digital kit, Meadow View Lane. Within hours of the kit being released, Nicola has already put together the most stunning shadow box scene of Meadow View Lane under the oak…

Hi creative friends, I'm thoroughly enjoying our vintage French theme this month and I hope you are too. I'm not sure if it is the provincial colour palette of warm neutrals and autumnal mauves, lilacs and blues..... or the gorgeous roses, daisies and lavender that are speaking to my heart right now, but I feel so inspired. If you didn't catch it last week, I posted a YouTube tutorial for the French Vintage Farmhouse Folio that walks you through the process of creating this sweet little…