Paper lovers

Remember when I shared about all those gorgeous vintage patterns I found at the local Goodwill? Now I'm sharing tons of awesome craft ideas using vintage sewing patterns! I love the idea of re-using old patterns for new projects -- the graphics and illustrations are so gorgeous! As a word of caution, if you are planning to make copies of your pattern, check the copyright first. Many pattern envelopes and illustrations were copyrighted, and quite a few of the vintage patterns have had their…

Discover a world of love, creativity, and cherished memories with our scrapbook ideas for couples. Inspiration, tips, and easy ideas to strengthen your bond and preserve your love story.

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend or while away a bit of time in a mindful creative way, why not make yourself this Keepsake Booklet? Ellen, one of the editors of Dutch Flow, likes to use envelopes to store small things. Things like beautiful candy wrappers, the card of a favorite restaurant, or a dried […]

A review of the ReMarkable tablet, which comes without a web browser or social media, and is designed for paper lovers.

The best 2023 Valentine's Day gifts for book lovers feature traditional Valentine's Day gifts with a literary spin, from paper hearts and paper roses to gold-dusted chocolate-covered books, bookish Valentines and Valentine's Day cards, love poem art prints, classic love story tea sets, Romeo and Juliet plates, and more. On February 14, show the book lover in your life how much you heart them with one of these best 2023 Valentine's Day gifts for book lovers.

colorful, vintage wedding in Vancouver, photo by StonePhoto

If you are suffering from a relationship right now because you think it's or over or just doubting whether or not you should stay or go, I can help. My...

Remember when I was pretty convinced I wouldn’t have a cake…and then ordered a cake? Well, I wasn’t planning on having a cake topper, either. I know, the gall of going sans topper to my cake! (Our baker basically thinks I’m crazy for this one, let me tell ya!) As it turns out, there will…

Folded book art. Heart shape book fold with paper flowers. Perfect gift for a wedding, Anniversary, birthday or any occasion! You can display on a mantel, table or accent a bookshelf! Or if having a party, you can have this book fold be a centerpiece for your table! All my book folds include a book cover and ribbon and you can see the colors below. I love turning recycled books into something new an unique that will be treasured forever. Each book is made carefully by folding individual…