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Jam-Packed with Creativity: A Sweet Afternoon in Class

alpha — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:59:11 +0000

There’s nothing quite like a craft table full of ink pads, stamps, paper scraps, scissors, laughter and a group of lovely ladies letting their creativity run wild. This week’s class was all about creating these sweet little preserve jar cards using the Filled with Sweetness bundle from Stampin’ Up! What a joyful session it turned […]

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Fun Fold Cards Turning Paper Into a Home

alpha — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:40:41 +0000

I’ve been spending quite a bit of time at my desk lately, just playing around with how a simple, flat piece of cardstock can transform into something with so much more personality. There is something endlessly satisfying about the “fun fold” process of taking a standard rectangle and, with a few precise scores and cuts, […]

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Preserving Memories: The Sweetest Way to Say Hello

alpha — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:14:50 +0000

There is something so incredibly grounding about pulling out the stamps and dies and just losing yourself in a project for a few hours. Lately, I’ve been completely obsessed with the “Filled with Sweetness” set from Stampin’ Up!, and I haven’t been able to stop making these little jam jar cards. It’s not often that […]

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The Wild Bunch June Product of the Month

alfie — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:51:46 +0000

Hey, fellow crafters! I am so excited to share this month’s special find with you. If you love adding a bit of personality and warmth to your handmade cards or scrapbook pages, you are going to adore the Wild Bunch Photopolymer Stamp Set. This exclusive set features the most charming hand-drawn animals, including a koala, […]

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A Little Ink Pad TLC

alpha — Sun, 24 May 2026 00:58:44 +0000

There’s something so satisfying about giving your craft space a little reset, isn’t there? Today is a bit of a studio maintenance day here at Alphacrafts, and my desk is currently covered in Stampin’ Up! ink pads and re-inkers. To someone else, it probably looks like a colourful little mess — but to me, it’s […]

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The Art of the Scroll: Modern Quilling for Today’s Crafter

alpha — Sat, 02 May 2026 03:33:14 +0000

I’ve been spending quite a bit of time in the studio lately playing with a modern twist on the art of the scroll. It’s amazing how a simple strip of paper, when coiled and shaped just right, can completely transform a flat stamped image into something that feels alive. What I love most about this […]

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One Layer, Many Uses: The Versatile Pocket Card

alpha — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:02:34 +0000

I’ve always been a fan of clever papercrafting. It is the kind of project where a few simple folds or a bit of well-placed adhesive creates something that actually solves a problem. Lately, I’ve been reaching for these one-layer pocket cards every time a birthday or thank-you rolls around. The concept is pretty straightforward. It […]

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Why Papercrafting is the Ultimate Mindfulness Practice

alpha — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:54:06 +0000

Have you ever sat down to make a card, and suddenly looked up to realise two hours have vanished into thin air? You look down, and there is ink on your fingers, paper scraps everywhere, and a lovely project sitting in front of you. That right there? That is not just crafting. That is mindfulness […]

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Gift Twice with These Clever Detachable Bookmark Notecards

alpha — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:23:41 +0000

We often talk about how much love goes into a handmade card, but there is something extra special about a greeting that stays with the recipient long after the envelope has been opened. I have been playing around with the Notes Of Spring stamp set lately, and I fell in love with the idea of […]

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Springtime Sweetness with the Easter Basket Stamp Set

alpha — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:47:14 +0000

Easter is just around the corner, and I am so excited to share a set that perfectly captures the joy of the season. The Easter Basket Stamp Set is a delightful collection of 12 photopolymer stamps that bring a touch of springtime charm to any paper crafting project. Featuring adorable bunnies, fluffy chicks, and classic […]

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