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~KatieAnna~
PeaFixture
PeaNut 40,368
June 2002
Posts: 3,469
Layouts: 126
Loc: The land of missing socks
 |  Posted: 10/2/2012 9:11:06 AM
I meet once a week for breakfast with some ladies that I used to work with. We always exchange Christmas gifts and I try to think up something unique for them each year. I saw a YouTube video on how to make a picture frame using 1 sheet of 12 x 12 double-sided scrapbook paper. I thought it would make a great gift with a photo of us girls and the frames, of course, can be embellished in a variety of ways. I've also considered making these for some close friends but I've been wondering what everyone else will be making. I'd love to hear all your good ideas! | |
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Ising
PeaFixture
PeaNut 454,238
January 2010
Posts: 3,766
Layouts: 68
Loc: Central Louisiana
 | Posted: 10/2/2012 11:27:26 AM
Yes! Almost all of my gifts will be mini albums, banners, December Dailies made from old children's books...or something of the like. I am low on funds this year so everyone outside if my immediate family will get a handmade gift. I have already started making them.  |
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AngelJunkie
AncestralPea
PeaNut 45,810
August 2002
Posts: 4,415
Layouts: 13
Loc: Over the Hill and Enjoying the View
| Posted: 10/2/2012 12:28:24 PM
Linky to that YouTube video, please?  Would love to see it as the frame sounds like a great gift idea for all kinds of things - housewarming, hostess, etc.. |
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peamac
Ancient Ancestor of Pea
PeaNut 340,335
October 2007
Posts: 5,551
Layouts: 1
Loc: Colorado
 | Posted: 10/2/2012 12:30:12 PM
Well, now you need to share the link for the frame- I'm curious.
I've used my scrappy supplies to decorate hair things for DD- bling up hair pins, etc; a calendar for SIL; tutus and fairy wands for my neices; post-it note holders; making bunches of cards for a friend who ministers to the military; a "white board" (kind of) for a highschooler in our church; for decorating jars of soup and cookie mixes; etc, etc, etc. |
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dictionary
To err is human to pea is divine
PeaNut 100,403
August 2003
Posts: 7,542
Layouts: 270
Loc: San Jose, Calif
 | Posted: 10/2/2012 1:21:21 PM
Well if I can keep my mouth shut and not tell my dd, I am making these heart photo boards. Basically I bought in the clearcase aisle at Joann's a pack (3 hearts in a pack) of Cake or Serving boards that were heart shaped. She has 3 boys so doing one for each boy. This is the first one I have done
Hearts
I also have a album I want to finish up for my oldest dgs. We went to the antique car museum last year and I have been working on it ever since.
I haven't decided what to do for my co-workers yet..the girls I am closest too. |
Scrappin my family's life one layout at a time!
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jalapenette
BucketHead
PeaNut 415,025
March 2009
Posts: 656
Layouts: 43
Loc: Southwest USA
 | Posted: 10/2/2012 1:50:09 PM
I have been making minis for my parents the last couple of years. This year I'm making minis of all the grandkids with little quips on each one and pictures. I'm excited about the project! I need to start talking to my siblings about it, cuz I'll need info from them. But I already made the albums a while ago, I just need to finish them with current info. |
-Rachelle
*Mommy to Adam, born October 2010, and Tommy, July 2012*
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mlcwikla
PeaNut
PeaNut 202,279
April 2005
Posts: 291
Layouts: 2
 | Posted: 10/2/2012 8:14:53 PM
I was searching pinterest for homemade gifts because I feel like I always make my mom and mil albums every year. They have cute ideas- you could look there. | |
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~KatieAnna~
PeaFixture
PeaNut 40,368
June 2002
Posts: 3,469
Layouts: 126
Loc: The land of missing socks
| Posted: 10/8/2012 5:54:44 PM
Sorry...this is the first time I've had time to check my post - it's been busy this past week.
Linky to that YouTube video, please?
Well, now you need to share the link for the frame- I'm curious.
Here is the paper frame tutorial. Thank you for posting the other ideas and links; I'll be checking them out. I like these frames. The actual item measures 6 x 6 and holds a 3 x 3 photo. Does anyone have ideas what I can use for a frame stand? I've been to Ms, As and a few other stores but I haven't been able to find just the backs of the frames with the frame support (the piece that allows the frame to sit upright). Does anyone know where I can get these or have suggestions on making them? I might just fool around with some chipboard and see if I can make one.
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Craftsforkeeps
Make a Wish!
PeaNut 512,802
June 2011
Posts: 111
Layouts: 0
 | Posted: 10/8/2012 6:42:28 PM
I am making my bf's mom a recipe album--she has tons and tons of recipe print outs! I hope she loves it! I am also making my bf's sister photo canvas collages for her new apartment! I'm super excited but have a lot of work ahead of me!!! | |
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design girl
PeaNut
PeaNut 451,040
January 2010
Posts: 479
Layouts: 22
Loc: Idaho
| Posted: 10/8/2012 10:32:49 PM
I have been thinking about making a mini for my sister. We recently went on a girls weekend trip to Portland, OR. And calendars for MIL and mom. But I always end up spending way more on paper and supplies than if I bought them a non-scrappy gift, so I haven't decided.
I'm going to shop my stash (very small) to see if I have enough stuff to make the cost more reasonable. | |
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tpgirl
BucketHead
PeaNut 532,261
December 2011
Posts: 801
Layouts: 127
Loc: michigan
| Posted: 10/9/2012 7:31:37 AM
Like Janet, Last year I made each of my employees a "Stationary/gift Box". I took 10 photo storage boxes from M's (on sale 6 for $10), then I filled them with Scothch brand tape, Scissors (Surprising good ones from Dollar Tree), A large roll of Curling Ribbon, a dozen homemade gift tags and a dozen homemade cards. I made the cards and tags from my stash. I included all types of cards Birthday, Thank you, Mothers and Fathers day, etc. They all seemed to love it and say they use it often. I find if you keep all the gift wrapping supplies hidden in a photo box...the kids won't lose your tape and scissors..if your kids are like mine! |
It was fate that I would enjoy paper crafts...my name is Sharmon (like the TP)!
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