Category: Crafting on a Budget

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Card Making Ideas with the "Lucky You" Paper Pack for Your Seasonal Crafting

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Card Making Ideas with the “Lucky You” Paper Pack for Your Seasonal Crafting

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

🍀✨ Lucky vibes only!

If you love St. Patrick’s Day crafting, the Lucky You collection is one of the cutest ways to jump into spring projects. Think sweet gnomes, clovers, rainbows, and soft greens that work beautifully for cards, journals, and scrapbook layouts.

Available as a physical paper pack AND digital download so you can craft now and reprint your favorites anytime.

If it’s in your budget, having both gives you total crafting freedom. Use the cardstock for main projects and the digital files for tags, layers, and extra cards.

Perfect for:
• St. Patrick’s Day cards
• Spring junk journals
• Scrapbook layouts
• Mini albums

#stpatricksdaycrafts #scrapbookpaper #cardmakingideas #junkjournalcraft #springpapercrafts

Whispers Journal Kit by Decor8yourlife: Soft, Vintage Inspiration for Creative Journals

Whispers Journal Kit by Decor8yourlife: Soft, Vintage Inspiration for Creative Journals

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

✨ NEW • Whispers Journal Kit ✨

There’s something about soft colors, worn edges, and quiet details that makes you slow down without realizing it 🤍

Whispers is our very first digital junk journal kit, created for those moments when you want to sit with your thoughts, layer a page gently, and let the process be the point.

This collection grew out of our Whispers scrapbook paper pack and was reimagined specifically for journal makers who love romantic pages, subtle texture, and pieces that work beautifully together without feeling busy.

It’s the kind of kit you reach for when you want your journal to feel calm, personal, and a little bit nostalgic 🌿

If you’re curious about how this kit came to be and the different ways people are using it in their journals, I shared more thoughts and ideas recently ✨
(you’ll know where to find it 😉)

🤍 Digital download
🤍 Designed for junk journals, TNs, and creative memory keeping
🤍 Created with slow crafting in mind

Gift-Wrapping Ideas You Can Use Right Now

Gift-Wrapping Ideas You Can Use Right Now

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

Today I’m shariing a few of my favorite gift-wrapping ideas — the kind that feel simple, soft, and handmade. If you love cozy textures, pretty ribbons, and that little vintage touch, you’ll enjoy this one.

Everything I used was either from my stash or leftover scraps, and I promise the process is super simple. A layered ribbon here, a handmade tag there, and suddenly your gift looks like something out of a boutique.

The full tutorial is now on my blog if you want to take a look.

#christmas #giftwrapping #ideas #2025 #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 Use Mini Kawaii Cabochons in Your Crafts (Cute Ideas You Can Try Right Now)

How to Use Mini Kawaii Cabochons in Your Crafts (Cute Ideas You Can Try Right Now)

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

New tutorial is up on the blog today 💗
I’m showing simple, pretty ways to use these tiny kawaii cabochons — on planner charms, scrapbook covers, hair bows, shaker mixes, even gift packaging. They’re little (about half an inch), but they make such a huge difference in how finished your project looks.

Quantities are limited for each style pack, so grab the ones you love.

Read the post and tag me @Decor8yourlife when you try one of the ideas ✨
#kawaiicrafts #flatbackcabochons #plannercharms #scrapbookideas #cheerbows #resincharms #shabbychiccrafts #decor8yourlife

How to Add Glam and Texture to Your Projects with Tassels

How to Add Glam and Texture to Your Projects with Tassels

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

✨ 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

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

🎨 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

DIY Halloween Embellishment Book + Mini Album | Project Share & Giveaway

DIY Halloween Embellishment Book + Mini Album | Project Share & Giveaway

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

📚✨ New project share & a GIVEAWAY! ✨📚

I turned a Santa bag box die into this super cute Halloween embellishment book + mini album using my Summerween paper collection. Inside, I tucked in goodie bags, charms, and even made a custom pink keychain for the recipient 💕

Want to see how it all came together (and enter the giveaway)? 🎥 Head over to my YouTube channel — link in bio!

#craftygiveaway #halloweenembellishments #minialbumideas #papercraftersofinstagram #scrapbookingcommunity #diecuttingideas #halloweencrafts #scrapbookpaperlovers

The Ultimate DIY Swiftie Gift Guide

The Ultimate DIY Swiftie Gift Guide

Posted on 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! 🎨💖

#Swiftie #TaylorSwiftGifts #DIYCrafts #HandmadeGifts #CraftingCommunity