Weekly Wrap #68 : Masking Tape Magic

April 15, 2011 // kristen // 0 replies

Ooh, a Japanese masking tape craft! Ez from Creature Comforts shares a genius technique for creating custom, layered gift wrap borders using the colorful tape + unbleached oven parchment. This looks like a lot of fun, and I love the little bunting shapes that she creates in the tutorial. Hmm … I wonder if this would work with Fiskars edging scissors, too? If so, then the possibilities are practically endless!

images from Creature Comforts

Wild West Fun Slinger Paper Toys

April 14, 2011 // kristen // 0 replies

Omigosh, these are some fun paper toys. Awesome-tastic illustrator, Alex Westgate, created the limited edition Wild West Fun Slingers paper toy duo, and the super cool, build-it-yourself toys feature every little detail, down to the Fun Slingers’ hats and hairy arms. There’s even a little bit of cowboy crack in there, too! – via French Paper

images from Alex Westgate

Totem Screen Print by Magen Mitchell

April 14, 2011 // kristen // 0 replies

Searching for a bunny with a different sort of disposition than Peter Cottontail this Easter? Well, the bunny atop this totem isn’t passing out eggs, that’s for sure. Thanks to Magen Mitchell of Paper Wasp for making my day with this this kick butt Totem screen print, which was inspired by the bold, graphic look of the imagery created by Pacific Northwest Natives. The three color hand-printed poster is available in a limited edition of 50, so be sure to grab one before they’re gone!

image from Paper Wasp / Magen Mitchell

New Paper Cut Goodies from Mr. Yen

April 13, 2011 // kristen // 1 replies

There are so many new paper lovelies in the Mr. Yen shop, including the gorgeous Hand Cut Floral Concertina card (above) and a new line of printed pattern stationery that includes notebooks, gridded jotters, postcards, and note cards featuring designs inspired by a mix of British and Japanese pattern:

And if you’re looking for unique gift ideas for your paper-loving friends and family, then you should have a look at these new hand cut Floral Initial paper cuts and the black version of the paper cut keys that I was crushing on around Valentine’s Day.

images from Mr. Yen

Forest Critters by Helen Dardik

April 13, 2011 // kristen // 2 replies

Creative Imaginations just released a new scrapbook collection by Helen Dardik, and boy is it ever adorable! The Forest Critters collection features fun woodland cuties and pretty, nature-inspired pattern that bring to mind warm summer days and walks through the woods. Check out the entire collection over at Creative Imaginations.

images from Creative Imaginations