December's workshop uses our hinged-lid Mint Tins. We have two sizes, the
Hinge Top Tins or the
Small Hinge Top Tins. Check out these wonderful projects for lots of ideas!
***Click on the photos for a larger view of the projects.
Jewelry Gift Box by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn Thankful Peaceful Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances Ambiente Paige Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances Bliss Pearl Embellishments by Kaisercraft Flower Shop Glitter White/Cream Tin Collection Blossoms by Making Memories Old Paper Distress Ink by Ranger Friends Rub-On Transfers by Melissa Frances (will be back in stock in February)
Mia Die-Cuts by Crate Paper
Kisses Lip Gloss Tin by Jessica WittySmall Hinge Top TinsHeather Bailey Icons Rub-On Expressions by Autumn LeavesHeather Bailey Word Art Rub-On Expressions by Autumn LeavesSpirit Lime Dot Paper by Creative CafeOrange Rhinestone Embellishments by KaisercraftInstructions:
1. Add lip gloss to tin. See recipe below.
2. Sand top of tin to help paint adhere easier. Paint with white paint and allow to dry.
3. Add run-ons to top of tin.
Card Instructions:
1. Make top fold card from white cardstock.
2. Add bird and sentiments rub-ons.
3. Cut strip of Striped paper and add to bottom; embellish with ribbon.
To make lip gloss: I looked for a recipe that did not require a lot of specialized ingredients so that I could use what I had on hand. I ended up coming up with my own recipe using only Aquaphor Healing Ointment and a bit of Crystal Lite drink flavoring. I just heated the Aquaphor in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then stirred in some of the drink mix for color and flavor. Then I just poured the gloss into the tin. The tin has tiny holes in the back side for the hinges, so just be sure to stop pouring once the gloss gets near that spot. The gloss will harden back up a bit so the holes in the tin will not be an issue.
Tags For You Tin by Anabelle O'Malley Hinge Top TinsCardmaking Clear Acrylic Stamps by Making MemoriesJigsaw Shapes Flowers Bright by Making MemoriesBloom Label Stickers by NarrativesCross My Heart Paper by Paper SalonFirst Blush Floral Paper by Paper Salon Lovely Lace Paper by Paper SalonMint Green Rhinestone Embellishments by KaisercraftInstructions:
1. Cover top of tin with Cross My Heart Paper.
2. Cover sides of tin with First Blush and Lovely Lace Paper.
3. Cover inside of tin with Lovely lace and bottom with Cross My Heart Paper.
4. Adhere chipboard flowers and leaf to top. Use foam adhesive to add smaller flowers and add rhinestones.
5. Create tag for top using paper scraps. Write word "tags" and stamp "for you" on tag; adhere and add jewels.
6. To create tags, stamp "for you" or "to and from" on circle stickers. Adhere to Cross My Heart paper and cut out with decorative scissors. Punch small hole at top and add floss; place tags in tin.
Happy Birthday Gift Tin by Lisa DorseyHinge Top TinsPassport Fragil Pattern Paper by Making MemoriesPocket Full of Rosies Lil' Brudders Pattern Paper by Sassafras Lass Out & About No. 2 Tiny Dots Paper by My Mind's EyeEveryday Basics Rub-On Transfers by October AfternoonBrown Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon by May ArtsSentiments Clear Stamps by Heidi GraceAntique Linen Distress Crackle Paint by RangerSolid Color Baker's Twine by Martha Stewart CraftsScallop Paper Edgers Scissors by FiskarsGoing Places Bag-O-Buttons by Autumn LeavesInstructions:
1. Paint tin with brown acrylic paint. It may take tow coats to cover tin; allow to dry completely.
2. Paint a thick coat of crackle paint on top of brown paint; allow to dry.
3. Cut a 3" wide piece of Passport paper and ink edges.
4. Cut a 2.25" strip of yellow side of Pocket Full of Rosies paper and ink edges.
5. Attach a thin strip of red polka dot paper to each edge of the yellow, distress the edges and adhere to the center of the Passport paper. Wrap around the tin.
6. Tie polka dot ribbon around wrap.
7. Create tag by stamping sentiment on cream paper with brown ink. Ink the edges and adhere to red cardstock.
8. Use scalloped edge scissors to cut out the tag and attach to ribbon with a button and baker's twine.
My Darling Mini Album and Tin by Melissa PhillipsHinge Top TinsSonoma Little Princess Cardstock Stickers by Scenic Route Paper Co.Sonoma Snapshot Cardstock Stickers by Scenic Route Paper Co.Sonoma Grove Street Pattern Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.Fawnd of You Too Bouquet of Bliss Pattern Paper by Sassafras LassCarefree Hearts Paper by Heidi SwappDaydream Journaling Cards Die-Cuts by October AfternoonFrom My Heart Cardstock Stickers by Karen Foster DesignBaby Pink Precious Finds Adhesive Gems by EK SuccessTwo Scoops Chip Stickers Alphabet Chipboard by Basic GreyBaby Die-Cut Assortment Card by My Mind's EyeNoteworthy Addie Alphabet Chipboard by Making MemoriesTiny Black on White Alpha Stickers by Making MemoriesInstructions:
1. Create a mini album to tuck perfectly inside tin by measuring die-cut cards and trimming them to fit down inside.
2. Attach pictures, gems, stickers, chipboard hearts and buttons to embellish each card.
3. Record special memories and favorite things on other die-cut cards.
4. Punch a hole at the top of each card and tie with ribbon to secure and create an album.
5. To embellish the tin, trace top of tin on patterned paper, cut out, ink edges and adhere.
6. Cut paper to fit around tin; ink and adhere in place.
7. Adhere pom pom trim around upper edge of tin.
8. Attach sticker and chipboard letters to spell out title of project. Embellish with gems and a strip of knotted ribbon; adhere in place.
9. Cut paper to fit inside lid of tin; ink and adhere in place.
10. Ink edges of die-cut journaling spot and adhere to center.
11. Spell out title with chipboard letters and tiny alphabet stickers and embellish with a gem.
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More than a few days without being creative or creating some form of artwork and I get ants in my pants. The creative itch, I like to call it. Once you get to know me, you’ll see that I scream Type A personality and I’m a bit obsessive-compulsive. Which means I can’t sit still. My hands have to be constantly busy. So scrapbooking fits well!
