These new Tim Holtz Impresslits from Sizzix are so fun. They are embossing folders combined with a cutting die. And they make can make strips just like Dresden Trims! I have always loved Dresden trims - metallic trim made from vintage German molds. And I've always wanted to use … [Read more...] about Impresslit Impressions – Make Dresden Trims
Rusted Tin Roof
Rusted Roof Widow’s Walk Putz House
Rusted Roof Widow's Walk Putz House is a simple gable house with a mansard-type metal roof, a widow's walk on top and a porch out front and a tongue-twister name. It might be easier to call it Wusted Woof Widow's Walk. Halloween Houses for Habitat Series This house is … [Read more...] about Rusted Roof Widow’s Walk Putz House
What’s New in the Halloween House Series?
Davenport Hall has just been completed. That's what's new in the Halloween House Series. This little house design was inspired by a Hallmark Halloween Pop-up house from the 60s. What attracts me to this design is the white graphic design on the black background of the … [Read more...] about What’s New in the Halloween House Series?
Make A Rusted Roof for Your Paper Houses
One of the fun things I like to do with my paper crafting is make different textures for little houses. And one of my favorite roofs is a rusted roof especially for the Halloween houses. Why do I like it so much? Because it looks very cool and somewhat spooky AND it's so easy to … [Read more...] about Make A Rusted Roof for Your Paper Houses
Making Books for Craft Projects
I've experimented with making houses on book bases ever since I started making little houses. I find it a little difficult to make a book out of a box, but I like it so much when it works. The hardest ones are the ones where the book has to open - a real challenge. That is why I … [Read more...] about Making Books for Craft Projects