12x12 Cardstock News
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Gift Bag Topper Tutorial
Here's a fun little project that will wow the recipient and use up some of your paper stash. This gift bag topper tutorial will show you how to dress up a plain gift bag. -
Rainbow Colored Vellum Wreath Card
Vellum comes in translucent and in man colors, but sometimes you don't have the exact shade you are looking for, so you can make it by coloring vellum with alcohol markers.
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Which Cardstock Cuts Best on a Cricut or Silhouette Machine?
Incomplete cuts, torn and smashed corners and peeling layers of paper are a few of the common problems when you are getting started with a new Cricut or Silhouette machine. Knowing which cardstock cuts best will save you so much money (and your sanity) in the long run! -
How to Use Balsa Wood Paper On Your Projects
So many cool new products are arriving at 12x12 Cardstock Shop and I can't wait to create with all of them! Besides all the colors of solid cardstock, all the time, we've been getting some great new specialty papers in. One of the latest is balsa wood paper that is actually real wood with a paper backing. -
The Best Adhesive for Dimensional Paper Projects
Just like teachers have a favorite student, or dogs have a favorite worn out toy, papercrafters typically have a favorite adhesive. I discovered the best adhesive for dimensional paper projects several years ago when I was deep into making paper structures and I've stuck by it ever since. -
Embroidery Hoop Fall Wreath Tutorial
I've been seeing these embroidery hoop wreaths showing up all over Pinterest and I decided it was about time I tried it myself. Most of the other wreaths featured fake flowers or leaves, but because I love paper, I knew mine was going to include paper versions! -
Demystifying Paper Weights
As papers can range from very thin tissue paper to heavy cardstock or even cardboard, understanding the terms and uses for each is helpful. Read more here to understand the difference between 80 lb and 100 lb cardstock.
