Calendar cards ideas

It's time for a new Creative Creases challenge. Firstly, thanks to all those who participated in the last challenge! If you haven't played in the

Our first Crafty Friday of the year saw us use this gorgeous Flower & Field DSP from the Sale-a-Bration brochure. This beautiful paper is free with a £45 order during January and February. During the morning, we made two projects using just two 6x6 pieces of paper (cut from 12x12 sheets). A I only had one pack to play with, not everybody received the same designs, which is quite nice as we get to see lots of variations on the different projects. We began with this fun Double Dutch Door Fold…

Stampin' Up!

Hard to believe it's only a couple weeks until the new year! For this week's project, I wanted to share with you how to make this fun easel calendar using some new products coming in the January-June 2022 Mini catalog. I love having one of these calendars on my desk--pretty and functional without taking up

** AUG 16th UPDATE**. Scroll down to click on the link for the downloadable PDF with instructions and a list of supplies used in this project. I have also uploaded a new video tutorial on my YouTub…

I just added instructions to today’s blog post for this simple easel calendar. Of course you can easily substitute the Bee Mine paper for your favorite pattern paper and add more embellishments. The size and design are perfect for mailing in our medium white envelopes. I also share the link for the calendars. Check it out at thestampdoc.com and tag me @thestampdoc if you make one! ##papercrafts #cardsofinstagram #cardmakersofinstagram #stamping #diycards #melissastout #thestampdoc #pape...

Happy New Year – 2021 may have been another difficult year for many but there were lots of happy moments too and I’m going to remember them rather than the darker days!! Let’s make 2022 a good year full of crafting, fun and laughter. Did you have a wonderful Christmas? We spent precious time with […]

I love this Pocket Easel Calendar. The ladies who came to my January Stamp Camp made one for themselves. Since then I have made several to give as gifts. They are so easy to make!!! Check out the video on how to create one for yourself!!! Measurements: Real Red calendar base - 11 x 4 1/4, scored and folded at 5 1/2 Tropical Oasis DSP - 5 1/4 x 4, 3 1/4 x 2 1/4 Real Red easel - 4 x 4, scored at 1/2, 2, 3 1/2 Real Red pocket - 4 1/2 x 5 1/2, score down 5 1/2 side at 2 1/2 & 3, score down 4 1/2…

Need a stocking stuffer or small gift for a friend or co-worker? One of my favorite gifts to make each year is an easel calendar. They are so fun and something everyone can use! Plus, they can be flattened for mailing which is a bonus to share with family and friends far away. Making an easel calendar is very much like