Using paper scraps

Nadya | Gel Printing and mixed media art on Instagram: "Trying something new ✨ Saw this idea on @kwhitten page 🩷 Snippet rolls making out of paper scraps is such a cool idea. Love it! I don’t like to throw away my paper scraps, just can’t 🙈 They are all beautiful and useful 😊"

Ricki Midbrod on Instagram: "Making clusters 😍 They are so simple and add so much! Just grab some scraps and start layering. Don’t overthink it. Use paper and fabric. Run through your sewing machine. In no time flat you’ve busted through a pile of scraps, built up a pile of fun textures to work with and made your journaling backgrounds so much easier to create 🤗 #junkjournaling #artjournaldaily #junkjournalclusters #scrapbusting"

I'm always on the lookout for new ways to gussy up a blank canvas. In fact, I shared one last week in my easy DIY painted canvas post. When I saw this tutorial on Our

Twist and Pop cards are fabulous, interactive cards with a central panel that twists and pops outward to reveal a message, image or combination of embellishments that is sure to impress the lucky receiver. TEMPLATE 1. Place the 11" x 41/4" piece of card stock horizontally on your score board and score at 51/2". Fold along the score line to form your card base. 2. Use some patterned paper and an assortment of embellishments to decorate the front of the card as desired. I used one of the…

I have a problem…I save wayyyy too much scrap paper I have leftover from projects. I know that one day I’ll use it, but it just builds up!! I decided yesterday that I’d use some o…

They’re every crafters dirty little secret – paper scraps. Whether you store yours in a drawer, toss them in a bag, or have a giant pile growing on your desk, paper scraps can feel like an insurmountable mountain of disorganization. But they can be useful – after all, why would…

Scrapbooking is an easy and fun craft, but it can seem a little overwhelming if you've never done it before. Keep things organized, but at the same time, let your creativity run loose. If you aren't sure where to start, here are a few...

Rosi Tonaco on Instagram: "Book mark edition for those who don’t like to waste paper scraps. 😅 I hope you enjoy watching this video. Supplies: paper scraps, packing tape, scissors, glue, paper trimmer, hole punch, watercolor paper for a sturdy surface and string or ribbon. #diy #bookmarks #collageart #paperscraps"

Do some Stash Busting Drowning in Paper and Art Stuff! Make some tags with index cards and scrap paper. I love tags! Tutorial video.

Making paper by hand at home can be a pretty simple process. It's also a fantastic way to use up your old receipts, scrap papers, junk mail, and copy paper that you were about to throw in the recycling bin, and instead create a thing of glorious handmade beauty. Have those&n