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!

No Sew Leather Coasters

Happy Holidays! If you are anything like me, you are busy preparing for the holidays.  This year, I decided to be "make heavy" in my gift giving.  Meaning, I am making most of my gifts.  Of course this opens the door for shaky territory.  Because not all handmade gifts are created equal.  In order to create gifts that are handmade (but don't look homemade) I rely on quality materials.  Here is one gift idea that will be sure to please this holiday season (especially if paired with a bottle of wine.)

Genuine leather coasters, upcycled from an old leather trench coat.  I purchased the coat from the thrift shop for about $30.  These coasters are just one of the many projects that intend to make with the coat.  

*Tip: When buying leather coats at the thrift shop, try to find the largest size.   This will give you more material to work with.

I put together a quick video tutorial to share how I made them.  Thanks for looking!

Join Me LIVE Online for Some Scrapbooking Fun!

Hello Beautiful,

National Scrapbook Day is quickly approaching and I thought it would be fun to scrapbook live with my crafty peeps in celebration!

So won't you join me for a wonderful scrappy event?

On Friday, May 3, I'll post a sketch and list of basic supplies on the iclassygirl.com blog.  You grab the sketch and some scrappy supplies, log on to Spreecast HERE and scrapbook along with me or just watch!

I'll be live-streaming, Friday, May 3, from 8-9:30pm est.  We'll make a layout and a card or two.  You'll get to watch my creative process and have fun chatting LIVE.

Won't you join me?  You will need to create a Spreecast account here to join the fun!

Sign up NOW and RSVP to let me know you're coming!


Hope to see you there.