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Beautiful Shabby Chic Cards for Mother’s Day – Easy Beginner Friendly

Posted on May 3, 2025April 29, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

🌸 Handmade with love 💌
If you adore soft florals, vintage lace, and timeless romance, this shabby chic Mother’s Day card is everything your creative heart’s been looking for.

From hand-tied bows to delicate flat back pearls, every detail was chosen to tell a story — a story of love, nostalgia, and the art of slowing down to craft something meaningful. 🌿

This is your sign to pull out your favorite vintage paper scraps, trims, and embellishments… and just start creating. ✂️✨

🧵 Have you made something shabby chic lately? Tag me — I’d LOVE to see it!
💗 Save this for your next cardmaking session.
👯‍♀️ Follow for more papercrafting inspo & tutorials.

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2025 Decor8yourlife Brand Ambassador Call ✨

Posted on April 30, 2025April 29, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

🎉✨ BIG NEWS, CRAFTY FRIENDS! ✨🎉

We’re officially opening our 2025 Brand Ambassador Call and YOU could be part of our amazing creative team! 💕

Are you a crafter who loves to inspire others? Do you share your work on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook? This is your chance to join the Decor8yourlife family and create alongside other talented makers using our beautiful supplies 💌

🎨 Perks include:
📦 Monthly craft goodies
📁 Access to digital files
🤝 A kind, supportive creative team
🛍️ AND you get to sell your finished makes!

👉 Read all the juicy details on the blog (link in bio!)
🫶 Tag a crafty bestie who needs to see this
🔁 Please share this post in your stories or feed — let’s spread the crafty love!

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How to Use Elegant Brooches in Shabby Chic Crafts and DIY Projects

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

✨ Brooches aren’t just for wearing! ✨
I love using elegant, vintage-style brooches in my shabby chic crafts—mini albums, journals, altered boxes, you name it! 💖

In today’s new blog post, I’m sharing how I use brooches as focal points in my projects (plus a super easy tutorial you’ll love). 💐

If you’ve ever wondered how to add a little sparkle and elegance to your handmade pieces, this one’s for you!

Tap the link in bio to read the full post 💕
And yes! These gorgeous brooches are available now at Decor8yourlife.com 😍

Which project would you use a brooch on? Let me know! 👇

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How to Make Beautiful Shabby Chic & Vintage-Inspired Cards Using Embroidered Trims

Posted on March 29, 2025March 23, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

✨ Get Inspired to Make Stunning Shabby Chic Cards! ✨

Looking for the perfect way to add vintage charm to your handmade cards? 💌 Our latest blog post is LIVE and packed with ideas on using gorgeous embroidered trims to create elegant, timeless designs! 🌸✨

🎀 What you’ll learn: ✔ How to use embroidered trims for framing, texture, and dimension ✔ Step-by-step tutorial for a vintage-inspired shabby chic card ✔ Tips for adding lace, pearls, and flowers for that perfect romantic touch!

💖 Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just getting started, this post will guide you to create beautiful, personalized cards for any occasion. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, or just because! 💌🎨

👉 Check out the link in our bio for the full tutorial!

If you’re loving the inspiration, make sure to follow us for more crafting tips and be part of our creative community! 🧵✨ #CraftingInspiration #ShabbyChicCrafts #VintageCardDesign #HandmadeCards #EmbroideredTrims #DIYCrafts #CardMaking #CreativeCommunity #CraftyVibes #FollowForCrafts

How to Use Embroidered Trims in Your Craft Projects

Posted on March 22, 2025March 23, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

✨ Crafters, get ready to be inspired! ✨

Looking for a way to add elegance and charm to your handmade projects? 💕 Our latest post is packed with creative ideas for using embroidered trims to take your journals, cards, and DIY décor to the next level! 🎀

🌿 Vintage vibes? ✔
💎 Luxe details? ✔
🎨 Endless creativity? ✔

Swipe for some stunning project inspo, and check out our bio for more crafty goodness! ✂️✨ Let’s get creating! 💕

The Ultimate DIY Swiftie Gift Guide

Posted on March 19, 2025March 12, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

✨ Calling all Swifties! ✨ Looking for the perfect Taylor Swift-inspired gift? 🎶 Whether you’re making something special for a fellow fan or treating yourself, our DIY Swiftie Beaded Pens are a must-have! 🖊️💖

These gorgeous, handcrafted pens are fun to make, totally customizable, and the perfect way to show off your Swiftie pride! Want to learn how to make your own? We’ve got a step-by-step guide + more DIY Swiftie gift ideas waiting for you on the blog!

🎤✨ Tap the link in our bio to check it out & start crafting today! 🎨💖

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Metal Embellishments for Crafts: Elevate Your DIY Projects with Timeless Elegance

Posted on March 13, 2025March 12, 2025 by Sandi Nagel

✨ Craft Lovers, Meet Your New Best Friends! ✨ Looking to elevate your DIY projects? We’ve got something just for you! 🖤 Our metal embellishments are perfect for scrapbooks, mini albums, journals, and even mixed media. From keycharms to filigree corners and antique label holders, these beauties add that perfect touch to your creations. 💫

Ready to take your crafts to the next level? 🙌 Check out our latest blog post for all the inspo and ideas to use these elegant pieces in your next masterpiece. 🎨

👉 Link in bio for all the deets, plus shop them now! 🎉

Let’s get crafty! 💖✨

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