DT Blog Link Test

A little trial test for the PCS DT to make sure their blog hop button is linking appropriately.

Here's what you'll do:

• Create a trial post
• Save it with a date from 2014 (so it will stay hidden from your 'current' posts).
• Insert the PCS Blog Hop Button
• Change your post view from "Compose" to "HTML"
• Find the code at the bottom of your post for the hop button
• Replace the http code with the direct link to THIS post (DT Blog Link Test).
• Publish your post

The check!

Simply select the blog hop button on your freshly created post and if it comes right back to this page then, WALLA, you've succeeded in altering your HTML code.

Pinecone Crafting

 

I've had a desire to make a simple, realistic, 3D paper pinecone ever since I spotted this cutie.

 

Link: Snapping Monsters

 

It's a great embellishment, especially this time of year when you see pinecones scattered on the ground.  Think I'll give it a whirl and see what I can come up with.

 

I've compiled a few more images for ideas.  Some of these are so clever!  Look at this whimsical beauty below.

 

 

 

Canadian Living

 

Here's something for those who like uses e-cutters for less labor intensive work.  Loving the uses of alternating colors on this.

 

 

 

Sheri McCulley

 

For those who are fabric lovers and would like a bit of color, here's something for you.

 

 

Craftersmom

 

Of course, there are many other ideas available online.  These were along the lines of what I was looking for.  Think I'll give it a go on some of these ideas.

 

PCS November 2014 ~ Holiday Fun

Get ready for the holiday with a few of these crafty project ideas from the November Sampler, "Holiday Fun".

This month's template is the Holiday Secret Gift Box.

$12.99

  

Here are a few sneak peeks for you:

Truly Grateful ~ 2014 October Sampler

Looking to add a personal touch to your Thanksgiving gathering?  This months Sampler, "Truly Grateful" offers a plethora of ideas to bright up the upcoming get-together.  From multi-layered cards, personalized table settings to fun-filled favors, all labeled with your personal touch.

Purchase your instant download by selecting the link below and get started on your Thanksgiving preparations now.

This months template, "Pilgrim Harvest Hat"

$12.99

Here are a few sneak peeks:

Truly Grateful

Looking to add a personal touch to your Thanksgiving gathering?  This months Sampler, "Truly Grateful" offers a plethora of ideas to bright up the upcoming get-together.  From multi-layered cards, personalized table settings to fun-filled favors, all labeled with your personal touch.

Purchase your instant download by selecting the link below and get started on your Thanksgiving preparations now.

This months template, "Pilgrim Harvest Hat"

$12.99

Here are a few sneak peeks:

A beautiful sample from the Creative Take Design Team

By Diane Hopkins ~ A Crafty Nutter

Mischief Makings ~ September 2014

The first day of Autumn is just around the corner, which means All Hallow's Eve won't be far behind..

The September issue of the Paper Crafters Sampler, "Mischief Makings" gets you that jump start for your Halloween crafting.  You'll go 'batty' over the treat box, colorful haunts and royal skeletons.

$12.99

Here are a few sneak peeks:

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September Mischief Makings

The first day of Autumn is just around the corner, which means All Hallow's Eve won't be far behind..

The September issue of the Paper Crafters Sampler, "Mischief Makings" gets you that jump start for your Halloween crafting.  You'll go 'batty' over the treat box, colorful haunts and royal skeletons.

$12.99

Here are a few sneak peeks:

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