Current Make N Takes: June 6-11

Hello Paper Crafters! It's time to share this week's Make N Takes with you. We have three new, gorgeous cards to create.

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each week Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920) 983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available from now until 4:00 PM on Saturday, June 11th.

Card One: I'm In Love

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Paper Smooches. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black). Embossing Folder: Lifestyle Crafts.

Card Two: World's Best Teacher

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Copic (X-Press It Blending Card). Vellum: Paper Cut. Stamps: Mint Owl Studio (Class Act). Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Marvy (English Red), Copic Markers, Uni-ball Signo Pen (White).

Card Three: Gratest Dad

SUPPLIES Cardstock, Vellum: Paper Cut. Textured Cardstock: Bazzil Dot. Stamps: Lawn Fawn. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), ZIG Writer (Black). 

Current Make N Takes: May 31 - June 4

Hello Paper Crafters! It's time to share this week's Make N Takes with you. We have three new, gorgeous cards to create.

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each week Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920) 983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available from now until 4:00 PM on Saturday, June 4th.

Card One: We Appreciate You

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut (White Linen), Copic (X-Press It Blending Card). Stamps: Mint Owl Studio (Class Act). Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black, Gray Flannel), VersaFine (Majestic Blue), Copic Markers, Uni-ball Signo Pen (White).

Card Two: Mad About You

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Your Next Stamp Shop (Perfect Chemistry). Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black).

Card Three: You're A Legend

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Lawn Fawn (Lovable Legends). Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Distress Ink (Peeled Paint), VersaMagic (Jumbo Java). Punch: Fiskars (Corner Rounder).

Quick & Affordable DIY Valentines For Children

Earlier in the week, Nicole made an appearance on Fox 11, a local news station, to share easy and affordable DIY valentines ideas for children. If you missed the segment, you can watch it here. As promised, we've rounded up all of the projects to share with you in more detail today and tomorrow. 

We hope these last minute ideas will help you create unique valentine's. Stop into Creations Galore for products, tips, and additional help. 

1. Animal Valentines

We can't get enough of these animals made from simple, white envelopes. Use crayons, paints, or our favorite brush Tombow marker to create facial features of your favorite animal on the back of envelopes. We used punches from our Crop Room to easily create hearts for noses and circles for cheeks. The ears were cut freehand out of patterned paper, journaling cards, and colored cardstock. Use whatever you have on hand or shop our wide variety of papers. 

Tuck a note or treat inside the envelope, and don't forget to write the recipient's name on the opposite side of the envelope. 

 2. Decorated Pencils 

Pick up a pack of fancy pencils at your local office supply store or a classic, yellow No. 2. We found these beauties at our local Target Dollar Spot, and decided to spice them up with a simple paper valentine.

To recreate this look, head into Creations Galore to get your hands on one of the many 12x12 papers full of small valentines. We cut them apart, used a hole punch to create a spot for the pencils, and added it to the pencil. So quick! So easy! And at less than a dollar for a sheet of 24, it's affordable! 

Try this look with twisty straws, pixie sticks, suckers, or other similar shaped treats. 

3. String Art

This may have been our favorite valentine to create. We used 3 by 3 inch folded cards and envelopes, available in cream and white, but you could use a larger card or single piece of cardstock. 

Use a cookie cutter, paper heart, or plastic canvas as a template. Place the template onto your card front, and poke holes along the edges with a basic thumb tack or paper piercer. We recommend completing this step or enlisting your older children. 

Pick your favorite color of thread or yarn, and use a thread needle to insert the thread through the various holes. Allow your children to create a unique design. There's no right or wrong way to create this fun string art. Add a sentiment to the card's inside, and slip it into the adorably small envelope! 

Stop by tomorrow for even more ideas or head into Creations Galore at 3164 Coronet Way in Green Bay, Wisconsin for samples, supples, and more!

Custom Papers for Local Schools + Graduation

It's that time of year once again when we extend a big congratulations to the students of all ages graduating and moving onto life's next adventure. Creations Galore has you covered when it comes to party decor, invitations, and congratulatory handmade cards. We've recently added to our custom papers. Scroll down to the end of the post to find a list of local school districts, high schools, and colleges that we have specialty papers for. They're the perfect addition to a scrapbook page or card.

Appleton West / Terrors

Ashwaubenon / Jaguars

Bay City Baptist / Bobcats

Bay Port High School / Pirates

Bonduel / Bears

Denmark High School/ Vikings

De Pere High School / Redbirds

Freedom / Irish

Gillett / Tigers

Green Bay East High School / Red Devils

Green Bay West High School / Wild Cats

Howards Grove High School / Tigers

Kaukauna High School / Ghosts

Kewaunee High School / Storm

Kimberly High School / Papermakers

Luxemburg-Casco / Spartans

Manitowoc Lincoln / Ships 

Menasha High School / Bluejays

Neenah High School / Rockets

New London / Bulldogs

N.E.W. Lutheran High School / Blazers

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College / NWTC

Notre Dame Academy / Tritons

Oconto / Blue Devils

Oconto Falls / Panthers

Omro / Foxes

Preble High School / Hornets

Pulaski / Red Raiders

Seymour High School / Thunder

Shawano / Hawks

Southwest High School / Trojans

St. Norbert College / Green Knights

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay / Phoenix

University of Wisconsin - Madison / Badgers

West DePere / Phantoms

Wrightstown High School / Tigers

This Week's Make N Takes

Hello Paper Crafters! It's Monday, which means it's time to bring you this week's Make N Takes. 

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each Monday, Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920)983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available until 4:00 PM on Saturday, March 7th. 

Card One: You're Dino-Mite

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Copic X-Press It Blending Card. Patterned Paper: Crate Paper. Vellum: Paper Cut. Stamps: Lawn Fawn. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Copic Markers, Spica Glitter Pen.

Card Two: Hello

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Patterned Paper: Echo Park. Stamps: Sweet Stamp Shop. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Prismacolor Pencils. Punches: EK Success.

Card Three: His & Hers

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Patterned Paper: Crate Paper. Stamps: Sweet Stamp Shop. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Marvy Matchables (Plum), Tombow Markers. 

This Week's Make N Takes

Hello Paper Crafters. It's that time again where we need to bring you this week's Make N Takes.

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each Monday, Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920)983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available until 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 13th.

Card One: Happy

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Sweet Stamp Shop. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), VersaMark Watermark, Copic Markers, Studio Calico (Mister Huey's). Embossing Powder: Ranger (Seafoam White). Die: Lawn Fawn.

Card Two: Let It Snow

SUPPLIES Cardstock, Patterned Paper: Paper Cut. Stamps: Northwoods. Inks: StazOn (Jet Black), VersaMark Watermark. Embossing Powder: Ranger Silver). Die Cut: AccuCut. Bling: Darice.

Card Three: Monster Hugs

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Copic X-Press It Blending Card. Vellum: Paper Cut. Patterned Paper: Studio Calico. Stamps: Lawn Fawn. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), Copic Markers, Studio Calico (Mister Huey's Mist). Punches: Marvy (Scalloped Rectangle). 

Paper Of The Week: Boy Scout Collage

Last week we shared our favorite Girl Scout products, and this week it's all about Boy Scouts. The BSA Boy Scout Collage 12x12 paper from K&Company is just what you need to scrap photos, medals, and other memorabilia from your favorite scout.

BSA Boy Scout Collage Flat Paper

We can't stop there! Here's a look at a few more BSA-themed products available in our online store:

BSA Cub Scout Grand Adhesions

BSA Eagle Scout Grand Adhesions

My Scout Trip Transfer Titles

Scouting Collage 12x12 Paper

So much fun! Stop into Creations Galore at 3164 Coronet Way in Green Bay, Wisconsin to see our collection of outdoor themed products. We hope to see you soon.

Paper Of The Week: Scouting Word Collage

Happy Friday! It's the end of a long week, but time for us to debut the Paper of the Week. Haven't heard of POTW? Here at Creations Galore we have so much paper, we're not sure you'll ever see it all. That's why we've dedicated a day each week to showing off one of our favorite pieces and the coordinating products. 

This week's featured paper is from Laserline called Scouting Word Collage. The 12x12 paper will help you scrapbook your favorite scout. It's printed on high quality, acid and lignin free paper.

Scouting Word Collage 12x12 Paper

We just can't get enough of girl scout themed items, so we've gathered together a few of our favorite coordinating products...

Cookies 12x12 Paper

Girl Scouts Felt Stickers

Girl Scouts Photo Album

Brownie Girl Scouts Photo Album

So many cuuuute products! Stop into Creations Galore to see the full collection of girl and boy scout themed times.

Document This: Lessons in Parenting

When we stumbled upon this pocket scrapbooking spread from Studio Calico Community Member bckueser, our hearts skipped a beat. She wrote her down her thoughts on parenting, as well as what she's learned from her kids. What a great journaling prompt!

We love, love, loooove it! Have you made any layouts documenting your personal journey through parenting?