Thursday 11 June 2015

My Grandma's Teacups Scrapbooking and Craft Supplies: 6 Sensational Gifts For Teachers

Another Pinterest inspired post I know, but have you seen the cute ideas for teacher's gifts? There is still time to whip up these super cute gifts to thank your child's teacher for helping your child learn and grow. These gifts are really easy, super cheap but big on the Wow factor sure to make any teacher feel appreciated.







Crayon Candy Dish by Two Sisters Crafting












Mason Jar Sippy Cup by Pretty Providence






Gardening Gift by Skiptomylou




DIY Gumball Machine by Gingersnap Crafts


Personalised Clipboard by Courtney @ Diamond in the Stuff




Thursday 4 June 2015

My Grandma's Teacups Scrapbooking and Craft Supplies: Father's Day Inspiration 2

We all have those special men in our lives that require a card at Father's Day. Though our macaroni necklaces may have seemed cute when we were 5, there may be more appropriate tokens of affection for those of us that have grown up.

Here is my list of inspiring Father's Day cards from around the web. Be sure to click the links to get all the how-to info directly from the creators themselves.




Father's Day Train Card by Barb Mann

























Retro Cars by Marian













Gone Fishin by Nelia
























Cricut Card


















I hope this roundup gave you some ideas for all the father figures in your life. If like me, your father's day message needs special delivery to get to its recipient....here is a little inspiration for your heaven sent wishes.


Wishing you all a wonderful Father's Day!






Friday 15 May 2015

My Grandma's Teacups Scrapbooking and Craft Supplies: Club Layout: Once Upon A Springtime

We had such a blast last night working with the beautiful Graphic 45 Once Upon a Springtime Collectors Edition. It was so hard deciding which paper to cut as both sides were so pretty. Even after completing 2 full two page layouts we each have enough paper left to complete several more projects.


 We fussy cut the fairies and popped them up at different levels to make them look like they are flying right off the page. Just a little bit of glitter on their wings and these fairies seemed to come to life. We fussy cut the book pages and folded the second copy in half along the spine and popped up one side giving it the illusion that the pages were turning.
We fussy cut as many of the characters as we could
in order to add lots of dimension to the pages. I think this could possibly the project that I uses the most pop dots on ever. It was so worth the investment.



I know this layout seems a little plain but I cant wait to add my own pictures to it and really make it pop. These illustrations are incredible and will be a delightful addition to my kids books.

Do yourself a favour and get this paper pack before its gone again. It is pure joy to work with.

I am taking my family on a little mini vacation this week so it will be quiet here on the blog. Hoping that you all have a safe and fun holiday weekend.

Tuesday 28 April 2015

Heroes of the City YouTube Spring Celebration and Giveaway.

Have you been outside yet today. I swear I saw the sun shining. Lets hope that Spring has decided to come to stay. I can't believe that this weekend it will be time to go and open up our trailer for another season of camping. I am already gathering ideas on Youtube and Pinterest to keep the little man busy this summer. One of my favourites as you know is Heroes of the City. The DVD and books are a staple for us on rainy days at the trailer. Now, with the addition of their amazing youtube channel I can get some cute craft ideas and little man can feel like a big boy watching youtube on his tablet. I hope you all had a chance to check out the channel after the last post I did about it if not you can read the post here:
Heroes of the City on Youtube
Heroes of the City Movies :



You are definitely going to want to step over and subscribe to the Heroes of the City Channel anyway but just for added incentive we are going to have a little giveaway....YAY! I love giveaways.

Here is what I want you to do:


  1. Grab a coffee...always the best start to any adventure (substitute beverage of your choice)
  2. Visit Heroes of the City YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIZNADyAdMEWhjM8cq7ROw
  3. Subscribe (just click that little subscribe area)
  4. Come back here and enter the rafflecopter....buh..buh...buh.....boom you might win this super amazing gift package for spring.

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More about Heroes of the City

About Heroes of the City.
Heroes of the City are an animated TV-series for preschool children about rescue vehicles in a small town where everybody gets to be a hero! The TV-series contains a lot of warmth and teaches the importance of friendship and what we can achieve by helping each other.

About Heroes of the City’s YouTube Channel.
On the city's heroes YouTube Channel you will find 6 hours of entertainment for the younger children. The videos are high quality and are suitable for children 2-6 years. The YouTube channel is available in 18 different languages.
Heroes of the City 2 - The Talent Show https://youtu.be/MpSRu0H5Z24

Calamity Crow Kids Crafting Show
Make wonderful, simple crafts with things found around the house.
In the Calamity Crow Kids Crafting Show you will get inspiration for all kinds of different kids crafts you can make at home. The show is aimed at both parents and children to make and create together.
Link to the video: Calamity Crow Kids Crafting Show EP03 - Characters out of paper rolls 
https://youtu.be/rqM17EF9XIY

Calamity Crow Sketch and Guess show.
Try to guess what’s being drawn before the picture is completed.
Link to the video: Heroes of the City – Ep 01 Sketch & Guess with Calamity Crow https://youtu.be/2BU8kRiiZIs

On Patrol with Heroes of the City
Follow our heroes on patrol in the city. Look closely and help to reconnaissance.
On Patrol with Heroes of the City is fun memory training for the younger children.
There is an easy, medium and hard version of each reconnaissance missions.