Category: Easy Craft Tutorials

Paper Crafting Tutorials by Sandi Nagel, Decor8yourlife.

How a Perpetual Calendar Turned into a Birthday Card - Project Share

How a Perpetual Calendar Turned into a Birthday Card – Project Share

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

Turning a forgotten project into something brand new always feels good… but this one feels extra special. 💖

Remember the perpetual calendar I made with all the monthly tags? I took it apart and turned every tag into a handmade birthday card that will be donated to a local church for their monthly birthday celebrations. 🥹🎂

In the tutorial I’m sharing how I:
• turned the calendar tags into card fronts
• used simple pastel mats for a clean, finished look
• added a pretty punched border for that “inlaid” frame
• used fun foam for budget-friendly dimension

It’s a sweet mix of use your stash + make something that makes someone’s day.

Would you repurpose an old project like this? Or would you keep the calendar as is?

How to Add Glam and Texture to Your Projects with Tassels

How to Add Glam and Texture to Your Projects with Tassels

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✨ A touch of glam goes a long way! ✨
Whether you’re decorating your planner, dressing up a handbag, or creating a chunky charm for your next journal, tassels add movement and personality to your projects. These white and gold beauties are a favorite around here — soft, sparkly, and endlessly versatile. 💕

Tag me @Decor8yourlife — I’d love to see how you use your tassels in your own creations!

#CraftSupplies #PlannerAddict #DIYCharm #ShabbyChicStyle #TasselCharm #HandmadeWithLove #Decor8yourlife #CreativeInspo

✂️ New Video Tutorial: Turn Scrap Paper into 3x3 Cards & Gift Tags

✂️ New Video Tutorial: Turn Scrap Paper into 3×3 Cards & Gift Tags

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🎨 Hey crafty friends! Ready for some cozy fall crafting inspiration? 🍁✨ I just dropped a brand-new video filled with easy, fun projects you can try at home—perfect for your journals, planners, and DIY gifts! 💌

Tap the link in bio to watch and get inspired! Don’t forget to grab your favorite playlist for all the seasonal craft vibes:
🍂 Fall Theme Craft Project Ideas & Tutorials
🎃 Halloween Craft Ideas
💌 More Card Making Ideas & Tutorials

#FallCrafts #DIYPlanner #JournalLove #CraftyFun #PlannerAddict #CardMaking #DIYGifts #HandmadeWithLove #CraftyVibes #Decor8yourlife

How to Create a Dimensional Memorydex Card with Fussy Cutting

How to Create a Dimensional Memorydex Card with Fussy Cutting

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

🎀Bring your projects to life with fussy-cut images that add layers of depth and character. Instead of leaving everything flat, you can create a dimensional effect by layering images, overlapping details, and adding raised embellishments. The result is a one-of-a-kind look where every element stands out, giving your handmade pieces charm and personality.

Whether you’re working on scrapbook layouts, journals, memorydex cards, or greeting cards, adding this extra touch makes your projects feel dynamic and full of life—almost as if the scene is jumping right off the page.

#Scrapbooking #FussyCutting #MemorydexCard #ScrapbookPaper #PaperCrafting #CardMaking #ScrapbookingTips #CraftTutorial #ScrapbookIdeas #HandmadeCrafts #Decor8yourlife #BunnyBakesAndPantryTales

How to Make a Passport‑Size Laminated Traveler’s Notebook

How to Make a Passport‑Size Laminated Traveler’s Notebook

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

🍂 Handmade fall vibes in a passport-size TN!

In my latest YouTube video, I show you step-by-step how I created this laminated traveler’s notebook — complete with altered inserts and charms.

I’m giving away the one I made in the video 🎁

Head to YouTube to watch the full tutorial + enter! The giveaway details are in the video description 💕

#travelersnotebook #laminatedtn #fallcrafts #papercrafts #journaljunkies #junkjournal #minijournal #passportsizeTN #crafttutorial #handmadewithlove #youtubecreator