Tags for a Mission

Each summer my sweet Sistah Felecia Foster goes on a mission trip.  This summer she is traveling to Ghana West Africa.  Felecia is going to several schools so I made 100 tags for the children so they can have a little inspiration for their books.  I managed my paper scraps by pulling out those pads that were almost empty.  What made it exciting was using scriptures and words of inspiration decorating the front and an additional scripture on the back.  I pulled out die cuts, ribbon, lace, chipboard, punches, embellishments, ink and stamps.

Close ups

Close ups.  I made over 25 of the one in the middle for the boys with burlap.

Just imagine the difference we can make with a Boys and Girls club, Vacation Bible School or camp right in our own city.  Are you considering using your crafty ideas to help a group this summer?

It's Summer Time!  Let's share our talent and creativity.
Princess

How to Make A Paper Bracelet

Paper, paper and more paper!  I cannot be the only one with a super abundance of paper.  Not complaining...I love it.  That said, I am always on a mission to use up as much of it as possible and I cannot bring myself to throw away the scraps.  So, I am always thinking of ways to creatively use my scraps.  Beaded jewelry has been pretty popular lately.  So, in the spirit of the jewelry makers (which I am not) I created a beaded bracelet out of paper scraps.  I chose colorful Spring colors but the options for style and patterns are practically endless.   Check out the video to see how it's done.


Thanks for looking!