DIY Inspiraton: Easy Valentine's Day Bunting

When we stumbled upon this easy DIY from Vicky Barone we fell in love with its simplicity and light-hearted feel. Which is why, we knew we had to feature it here for our readers and customers to grab inspiration from. Let's have a peek!

 

 

Here's what you'll need:

• scrapbook paper
• adhesive chipboard alphabet letters
• mini clothespins
• paper cutter and/or scissors
• twine

 

You'll be cutting, stenciling and attaching - but for the step-by-step tutorial we urge you to visit Vicky Barone and have a peek!

Visit the original DIY and directions here.

5 Fun Fall Paper Projects

Fall is such a cozy and warm time of the year. The holidays are getting ready to pounce on us, warm apple cider calls to us in the evenings and the house is more decorated and more comfy than ever. It's also a perfect time for some quality family fun. And that's where these paper projects come in. As you know, we're big fans of paper and it's versatility and these crafts can have the whole family in on the adventure and creativity.

 

Paper Pumpkin Lantern

 

 

 

Stitched Paper Garland

 

 

 

Leafy Paper Wreath

 

 

 

Paper Bag Flowers

 

 

 

Decorative Paper Pumpkins

 

 

 

DIY Inspiration: Tissue Paper Lanterns

There was something so whimsy and magical about this simple paper DIY that we just had to show it off. Oh Happy Day took a simple, white Chinese lantern and dressed it up making it ready for any kind of party or celebration!

Materials:

• white paper lanterns
• tissue paper squares
• mod podge
• paint brush

Directions:

Cut out your squares or buy your pre-made ones. Then, as simple as can be just paint them onto your lantern in a "just so" design using your mod podge. Of course, check out the more eloquent tutorial here. 

Visit the original DIY here.

 

DIY Inspiration: Festive Birthday Cards

After becoming inspired one day, the Outside the Box Papers' ladies decided to create something a bit festive and fun using our line of vintage paper straws. 

With some scrapbooking supplies and a snip of the scissors our fun, 3-D birthday card was born! What's great about this inspiration is that there are so many different themes and directions to go in, we created the quintessential birthday look using primary colors and the like … but you can always go with a bit more couture style with a black and white spread or something with an ombre look!

 

DIY Inspiration: Mini Easter Baskets

Whether you're hosting the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or just want to surprise your own kiddos with a special little treat, why not use some of our candy cups and create miniature Easter baskets!?With a sliver of washi tape or scrapbook paper you can transform these cups into baskets in a blink of an eye. And then, jazz them up with any embellishments you'd like. 

From scraps of tulle to buttons, all you need is a bit of glue to make this happen! You don't even have to be a veteran crafter, the most novice of us DIYers can create these!

Here's what to do:

Choose your handle and start cutting. Make sure you get the slivers small enough to compliment our little candy cups. Then use some hot glue or crafters glue to attach it! *You could even go as far as laminating the paper you've chosen for a fresher, more pristine look.

Then, it's time to get creative and add your embellishments. We chose to adorn our baskets with mini tulle bows, but you could also use stickers, glitter or hot glue some small buttons on too!

Check out our candy cups here. 

 

DIY Inspiration: Cupcake Balloon Toppers

Well, it's kind of obvious why we had to feature this brilliant DIY from DIY Studio. We not only love fantastic paper products and cupcakes ... but the party flavor of this topper is right up our alley! For your kiddos birthday party or even a baby shower, these charming little pieces of decor are such a lovely, personal touch onto a celebratory day.

Here's what you'll need:

• Cardstock/Paper of your choice
• Paper clips
• Scissors 
• Double-stick tape
• Yummy Cupcake
  

 To find out how to make these cuties from DIY Studio!

Visit original post and DIY tutorial here. 

 

DIY: Funky Wall Art With Wrapping Paper

 

I'm a paper lover. I'm a greeting card lover. I love stationery. I love gift wrap. I love stickers and tags. Basically, I'm the ultimate paper product lover. My name is Grace and although you can find me most of the time on my blog Her Umbrella, I also like to chat and giggle a lot here on behalf of the wonderful Kim and Julie of Outside the Box Papers.

The ladies were kind enough to send me a sample package of goodies so I could get a feel for the products in person and do some of my own playing and crafting. When I got my own bit of OTBP wrapping paper I knew that I had to not only use it for it's literal purpose but create something a bit more unique with it. This Vintage Paper Set was just what I needed to finally put this frame I got on sale at Home Goods to use!

All I did was choose the piece I wanted to use.

Then, I lined it up with the frame and added a bit of my own flair.

Now, we have a special bit of something extra to use in our guest room thanks to OTBP goodies!

DIY Inspiration: Paper Feathers

When you stumble upon a tutorial that teaches you how to create paper feathers, you stop, you swoon and you feature it. These beautiful paper feathers would look amazing adorning a gift, inside a shadowbox or even hanging in the nursery as very special DIY baby mobile. And thanks to DIY Inspired, we can all learn how to make them!

 

Here's what you'll need to get started:

• Paper
• Scissors

 Yes, that's it!

 

Here’s a quick run-down on what to do:

Grab some long and narrow piece of scrap paper. Fold them in half, hot dog style. Then it's time to get to cutting! And for that, we'll need to to hop on over to this tutorial at DIY Inspired and have them guide you along this easy, novice exercise. Soon, you'll have gorgeous, paper feathers to adorn so many days with!

Visit the original tutorial and try your hand at these beauties here.

Be sure to visit some of our fun, printed papers at our Etsy shoppe here.

Wrappin' Up With Our Wrapping Paper!

It could be someone's birthday, a thank you gift or just a for fun, "I'm thinking of you" present; whatever the case may be, part of a gift is how it's wrapped. Tied with a ribbon, topped with a bow, we're big advocates of creative displays and finishing off your neighbor's present with sass and style. That's why our unique, printed wrapping paper is one of our favorite products! Take a look at our four sets as we guide you through some unique ideas that aren't just for gift-giving!

Vintage Paper Set

 

With a vintage flair and newsprint style, this black and white wrapping paper set has one of my personal favorite sheets in the mix: musical notes! Wrap up your father's birthday gift in the stripes or cover an old frame with the traveler's stamps as a fun DIY project. This pack is for those that love unique and inspired spirits.

Antique Paper Set

 

A bit more whimsical than the first set, we love this antique, black and white paper just as much. With a more delicate, feminine flair, this paper is perfect for your teen's graduation gifts or a fun decoupaging project with you and your gal pals to try!

Playful Pastel Paper

 

O, the fun you will have with this assortment of goodies. The presents will pop or your craft room will have a new arrangement of ingredients for the most perfect new creative project. How adorable will your little's ones first birthday presents be dressed with some of these imaginative and playful prints?

Old-Age Paper Set

 

A bit more subtle and simple in design, this paper is perfect for mixing and matching with more vibrant and colorful styles. Use them as book covers or the foundation to an amazing housewarming or bridal shower gift with its old-age spirit and homey vibes.