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Faux Tag Spread

In a previous Cocoa Daisy project, I created a tag using the October Glow Creative Ki t paper to serve as a bookmark. I loved the idea so much that I decided to use it as a template throughout the spread. By tracing around it and then shading in the edges, I was able to mimic the look of layered paper and give my pages extra depth without the bulk. It creates a dimensional effect that makes the tags look like they’re tucked right into my notebook. To keep that “layered paper” look going, I added strips of washi tape from the Planner Kit to the top and bottom of each 'tag'  Washi is one of my favorite ways to bring in more texture without overwhelming the page. It frames the sections nicely and it also helps divide my to-dos from my daily schedule. On the left-hand side I used a Top 3 box to focus my priorities, then scattered in task lists, appointments, and reminders for the rest of the day. I also I divided my tasks into AM and PM lists I do this quite often because it makes...

Crafty non-crafter

I remember when my sister's dinner repertoire included only spaghetti and mac and cheese and her idea of crafting included a used Popsicle stick and paper. She sent me this e-mail yesterday with picture attached. The subject, "Your lame sister"

Your blog has me inspired…

The girls made book thongs (!) for their
teachers for the Holidays. I packaged them in a dollar store mug with a
cardstock poem (which I wrote, don’t get too excited on my verse), inserts of
cocoa, biscotti, and turtles. You could do this with both hands and one eye tied
behind you back…but for me, this is my A game.

Indeed this is an A game for her and I couldn't be any more proud! You've come a long way babe!



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