Jen's Creation Station Studio

Clock Card Video

2012-01-22T13:08:00.001-07:00

I always have trouble coming up with ideas for cards for men and I think this one is a perfect fit!

Supply list provided in the video.

Owl Be Your Valentine CardVideo Tutorial

2012-01-17T03:04:00.000-07:00

This is a simple Valentine's Card (original design by Karen Salmon - February 2012 issue, Scrapbooks, Etc. Magazine). Please feel free to leave a comment - I enjoy reading them!

Supply list is provided in the video!

Tiers of MemoriesKeepsake Memory BoxTutorial

2011-12-21T06:53:00.000-07:00

This is a simple decorative box that you can adjust to fit more inserts or "pages." The pages slide into the box and are independent of each other. The sample has eight pages for special events. Tutorial includes 23 pages of detailed instructions, diagrams, and colored photos.

Tiers of Memories Keepsake Memory Box Tutorial #5911-07 - $10.00

Late Night Lattes & Crafts #13

2011-12-05T04:13:00.000-07:00

Christmas Card

Supplies

Storage Ideas Video

2011-11-29T13:28:00.001-07:00

Just a short video of my storage ideas for distress ink applicator pads, reinkers, and embossing folders.

Alcohol Inks - Storage& a Money Saving Idea

2011-11-21T12:58:00.000-07:00

This is a quick video for storing alcohol inks and a money saving idea for the felt pads for alcohol inks.

Sparkle Christmas OrnamentVideo Tutorial

2011-11-16T16:08:00.009-07:00

This is a simple Christmas ornament that is so much fun to make and quick, too! This is not my original design or idea - thank you to Betty B. of Missoula, Montana, for this idea and design and to Memory Lane Scrapbooking for having it on display! Enjoy!

A Fun-filled Day for Sure!(& future classes)

2011-09-26T10:41:00.000-06:00

On Saturday, September 24th, I spent the day with eight amazing ladies at the Memory Lane Scrapbooking Store in Missoula, Montana and it was such a fun filled day! These ladies made the 8 hour round trip drive to Missoula worth every minute and mile! We laughed, we learned, and then we laughed some more. I love teaching at Memory Lane Scrapbooking and that day, I taught the ladies how to make the Triangle Tantrum Mini Album.

Although November 5th is the last University of Montana home football game (go Griz!), us die hard scrappers are getting together for another great teaching and learning experience. On November 5th, I'm teaching the "Checking it Twice" Mini Album. Although there is a video on my YouTube channel for this project, the version I'm teaching at Memory Lane is slightly different.

The published pattern for this mini is exclusive to Memory Lane. To get this pattern you will need to either purchase it from Memory Lane or attend the class on November 5th! The class is $25 and starts at 10 am.

On January 6th & 7th, I'll be teaching my Three by Three Mini Album.

All supply & equipment lists are available at Memory Lane Scrapbooking. Their phone number is (406) 523-3957. Both classes are already half full, so hurry to sign up! Missoula is a great vacation spot and there is always something to do, so plan on a weekend away (warning, make your motel reservations now because of the Griz game!).

Have a Wonderful Labor Day!

2011-09-05T10:32:00.000-06:00

Labor Day is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. In 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday, as originally proposed, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "working men's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country. (Source: U.S. Department of Labor.)

To all the hard workers in America - have a wonderful Labor Day!

Three by Three Mini AlbumInstructions

2011-08-29T03:29:00.007-06:00

This is a mini album with 6 pages and everything is in multiples of three, including pockets and tags - it's close to 3" thick when completed, too! These instructions contain 33 pages of cutting instructions, photos, diagrams, and album instructions.

Three by Three Mini Album Instructions 5911-05

$12.95

Feedburner Issue

2011-08-23T07:39:00.000-06:00

To all my subscribers, I apologize if you are not receiving an email of my posts! I am not receiving emails when I post, so I'm not really sure if any of my subscribers are receiving emails! I have been trying to resolve this issue for about 8 hours with no help from Feedburner at all. I tried subscribing with a different email address and although Feedburner states they've sent a confirmation email, I didn't receive it!

Feedburner is telling us that they've changed some type of format and many feeds are ending up in junk/spam folders (but not in mine!).

Hopefully, they will correct this issue someday.....we are not alone, this is an issue with many bloggers. (Maybe the only way you will see this post is if you happen to be cruising through blogs in your spare time!)

Again, my apology...I wish I had a way to correct this problem.

Thanksgiving - Warm Wishes

2011-08-19T03:17:00.000-06:00

Very early for Thanksgiving, I know! I've been in the mood to stamp the last few days, and this is a card for Thanksgiving. The stamp set is a very old one from SU called "Window on the World" that I have probably only used twice before!

Halloween Cards - 3" x 3"

2011-08-18T20:05:00.000-06:00

I know, I know, it's early for Halloween, but we have 13 grandkids, plus a few other kids who get Halloween cards, so I start early! Below are twelve of the 3" x 3" cards I made, all slightly different!

Halloween Card #13

2011-08-18T19:55:00.002-06:00

The first twelve cards were 3"x3", but this one is A2 size.

Halloween Card #14

2011-08-18T19:50:00.003-06:00

Another A2-sized card.

Halloween Card #15

2011-08-18T18:55:00.010-06:00

The last Halloween card! This is also A2-sized.

Carousel Envelope Mini Albums

2011-08-13T07:30:00.000-06:00

Below is a video of two simple and fun mini albums. The original idea is from Dawn Griffith. Below the video is a link to her instructional YouTube video and her website.

Dawn's Instructional Video

Dawn's website

Late Night Lattes & Crafts #12

2011-07-07T11:01:00.013-06:00

Reality Check Note Card

Here is simple fun to make note card with a video.

Click HERE for a complete Supply List

Take it All with You OrganizerTutorial

2011-06-27T00:45:00.020-06:00

This organizer is fun to make, holds a note pad, and has lots of pockets for everything, including post-it notes, those precious craft store coupons and punch cards! Detailed instructions including diagrams and photos.

Take it All with You Organizer
5911-04 - $10.95

Winners! Winners! Winners!

2011-06-25T00:10:00.033-06:00

Below are the randomly generated numbers by random.org, the names of the winners, and the pattern they each chose. So - winners - watch for the email with the attached pattern and I hope you all enjoy them!

Number: 5

Winner: Teresa K

Pattern: ATG Cradle

Number: 11

Winner: Elaine

Pattern: Triangle Tantrum Mini Album

Number: 10

Winner: Charlene

Pattern: ATG Cradle

Thanks for entering and keep watching for new patterns!

Free Pattern Give-Away!

2011-06-21T15:03:00.000-06:00

I've had an absolutely wonderful week so far, and I would like to help make your week special, too!

I am giving away three patterns! I will be drawing three winners and each winner may choose one of the following:

All Together Now Mini Album Tutorial

ATG Cradle Tutorial

Triangle Tantrum Mini Album Tutorial

To Enter:

1. Subscribe to my blog (if you already have - thank you!);

2. Verify your subscription when you receive an email from Feedburner;

3. Leave a comment and tell me which pattern you would like to win;

4. Be sure to include your email address in your comment. (If there is no email address in your comment, I will choose another winner!)

5. If you would like an extra chance to win, post a link to this give-away on your blog and let me know your blog address in your comment!

6. You are eligible to win only one pattern and please leave only one comment.

I will be using random.org to draw the three winners. Enter before midnight (mountain time) on Friday, June 24, 2011. I will announce the winners on my blog early on Saturday June 25, 2011, and send the PDF file of their choice to the winners.

GOOD LUCK!

Triangle Tantrum Mini Album Tutorial

2011-06-20T18:33:00.000-06:00

This mini album got its name because I almost threw a tantrum while trying to get the pages just right! This is lots of fun to make and full of triangles.

Below is a short video of this mini album.

Please note: This pattern will be emailed to you when your payment clears. Thank you!

Triangle Tantrum Mini Album

5911-03 $9.95

ATG CradleTutorial(New Lower Price!)

2011-06-12T20:41:00.003-06:00

This is a “cradle” to hold your ATG. Also, your ATG won’t get buried on your table! This pattern is designed for the Scotch brand ATG.

ATG Cradle Tutorial - 5911-02 - $7.95

All Together NowMini Album Tutorial(New Lower Price!)

2011-06-12T20:40:00.026-06:00

This is a simple mini album to store yourphoto CDs and negatives.

Please allow 24 hours for electronic delivery and be aware that the email address furnished to me upon payment is the email account to which I will send the PDF downloadable document. If you want the PDF file sent to a different email address, please list the address in the comments box before completing your transaction.

If you have any questions or problems, please feel free to contact me at the email above.

(This is my first tutorial and I am not sure how to do the "automatic download upon payment" bit, but I'm working on it!)

I'd love to hear from you, so please feel free to leave a comment!

"All Together Now" Mini Album Tutorial

5911-01 - $7.95

All Together Now Mini Album Videos

2011-06-06T12:09:00.002-06:00

Click here to purchase the written tutorial
for this project

Video Part 1 for the "All Together Now" Mini Album

Video Part 2 for the "All Together Now" Mini Album

Supplies

My "10 Things I Love About You" Project

2011-05-30T07:45:00.000-06:00

Here is yet another project from Kathy Files at Paper Phenomenon! I'm just posting a picture of the chest, but the inside of this chest holds 10 small mini albums (10 "things") and has a drawer to boot! For this project, all the paper is from Stampin' Up.

All of Kathy's projects are so much fun to make and her live Ustream classes are always a good time - check them out! Below is the link to Kathy's Blog, the UStream videos for this project, and a YouTube video for the album pages. Please feel free to leave a comment!

Kathy's blog - Paper Phenomenon
10 Things Chest & Mini Album UStream Part 1
10 Things Chest & Mini Album UStream Part 2
10 Things Chest & Mini Album UStream Part 3
10 Things Chest & Mini Album UStream Part 4
Mini Album Page on Youtube

My "Confessions of a Shopaholic" Project

2011-05-30T07:11:00.007-06:00

Here's another great pattern from Kathy Files at Paper Phenomenon! This one was made with paper bags from Michael's and the Ivory & Black paper stack from K & Company. Below are the links to Kathy's blog and the UStream videos to make this project for yourself. I enjoy hearing from you so please feel free to leave a comment!

Kathy's Blog - Paper Phenomenon
Confessions of a Shopaholic UStream Part 1
Confessions of a Shopaholic UStream Part 2
Shopaholic Page Review - YouTube

My "Travel Tales" Project

2011-05-30T05:22:00.002-06:00

Below is a short video of my "Travel Tales" project. This pattern is originally designed by Kathy Files of Paper Phenomenon fame. Below the video is a link to her blog (where you can purchase the tutorial and see the rest of her amazing projects) and her ustream videos (4 parts) that will guide you through creating your very own "Travel Tales" project. Please leave a comment - I enjoy them!

Kathy's Blog - Paper Phenomenon

Travel Tales UStream Video Part 1

Travel Tales UStream Video Part 2

Travel Tales UStream Video Part 3

Travel Tales UStream Video Part 4

Wish Upon a Star

2011-05-30T02:15:00.003-06:00

Here is a very bright pink & lime green birthday card. I think this yarn is called an eyelash yarn - I had some left over from making a scarf a few years ago - and it's a Lion Brand yarn (if I remember correctly).

Supplies

Drivin' By Birthday Card

2011-05-29T02:16:00.001-06:00

Here's another masculine birthday card, this one made with license plate paper from Tim Holtz. I really enjoy his paper stacks because they have lots of papers I can use for the men in my family.

Supplies

Happy Birthday Banner

2011-05-29T02:14:00.010-06:00

Here is another take on a masculine card using the license plate paper by Tim Holtz.

Supplies

Been Ridin' Long?

2011-05-28T02:09:00.000-06:00

Here's a simple card for my nephew. Of all my family members, he's the one I have the toughest time making cards for every year for his birthday!

Supplies

Hippo Birthday

2011-04-22T12:15:00.000-06:00

A little girl's birthday card.

Supplies

Little Girl Easter Card

2011-04-22T04:55:00.003-06:00

This is a simple card using only one stamp set.

(I know that's rare for me!)

Supplies

Easter Flowers Card

2011-04-22T02:50:00.004-06:00

Notice this card is made from the same stamp set - Elements of Style, but using a coloring technique rather than Perfect Pearls gives the card a different look. I'm not sure where the original design is from, but thank you Pam for the idea from Stampin' Up 10-Club!

Supplies

Easter Bear Card

2011-04-22T00:15:00.001-06:00

Here's a fun to make Easter card.

Supplies

Pearl Flowers Card

2011-04-21T19:02:00.000-06:00

This is another simple card using Ranger's Perfect Pearls.

Supplies

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #11

2011-04-19T02:56:00.001-06:00

Silver Doilies

This is a simple and fast card with the added sparkle of Perfect Pearls from Ranger. Please feel free to leave a comment - I enjoy hearing from you!

Supplies:
Simple Memories stamp set (CTMH)
Elements of Style stamp set (SU)
Black & Silver CS (SU)
White Cardstock (GP)
Pearl colored Perfect Pearls (TH)
Dimensionals or foam tape

Supplies

"Learning My Numbers" Book

2011-03-13T03:12:00.000-06:00

Train Book
Here is a simple but fun to make train book for a sweet little boy I know who will soon be learning his numbers. I've included all the cartridges and cut sizes for the Cricut in the video, as well as all the information in the Supplies link below the video, but if you would like a written copy of the sizes, colors, etc., please email me at the email above under the "Contact Me" tab. I prepared a list of everything I used in a pdf document. Please feel free to leave a comment - I enjoy hearing from you!

Complete Supply List

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #10

2011-03-04T21:37:00.002-07:00

Chugga Chugga Choo Choo!

Here's a simple little boy card to make for that special little man in your life. Feel free to leave a comment - I love hearing from you! (Supplies are listed below the video; supply (details) link is below the video as well).

Supplies (details)

Supplies:
White cardstock 6"x12"
White cardstock scraps for train
Red, blue, orange, purple, ink pads (train)
Black ink pad (lettering)
brown ink pad (train track)
Tan, light green, light blue ink pads (background)
Train stamp set
Alphabet stamp set (3/8-1/2")
Loads of Love Accessories stamp set (SU)
Black, red, orange, purple, yellow, blue glitter glue
Sponge Daubers (background)

Tri-fold Sweetheart Card

2011-02-15T14:38:00.000-07:00

I know Valentine's Day was yesterday, but I just now took pictures of Gary's card. This card is actually a mini-album scrapbook page created by Kathy at Paper Phenomenon and the base for the page is made from one piece of 8-1/2"x11" cardstock. I used Cherry Cobbler from SU. Below the pictures is a link for the instructions to make this cute scrapbook page.

Kathy's Mini Pocket Page Tutorial

Thank You for Your Responses!

2011-02-08T13:33:00.005-07:00

First, a big thank you to each and every one of you for your response to my question as to listing the dimensions in the post.

It was almost unanimous! Below my next video I will furnish the dimensions for the project in the video.

If you ever have any questions about anything in my projects, please do not hesitate to ask and I will respond as quickly as possible.

To answer just a few of the fun questions I've received:

I was asked if the rings I wear in my videos are Black Hills Gold. Yes, all the rings I wear are Black Hills Gold and they are gifts from my dear husband! (I chuckled when I was asked this question!)

Are my "Late Night Lattes & Crafts" episodes really filmed at night? They sure are, it's the quiet time in my household (meaning the dogs are asleep and not barking!)

Do I drink decaf lattes in the middle of the night while filming my "Late Night Lattes & Crafts" episodes? No - they are the real thing! (I'm not even sure I have decaf coffee in the house!)

Those are just a few of the non-crafting questions I've been asked in the last few weeks. Just thought I would share them with all of you!

Thank you for visiting my blog, watching my videos, and for all your wonderful comments! Thank you again for your responses to my survey!

Have a wonderful week!

I Need Your Opinion!

2011-02-06T07:30:00.000-07:00

Please Vote!
I need your opinion on my videos and posts! I've been including a link for the list of supplies below the videos, but the only place I've been listing dimensions is in the videos. In the past, I've not included the dimensions in the posts so I can keep the posts as short as possible.

Please leave a comment to let me know if you would like me to start listing the dimensions below the videos.

Origami Scrapbook Mini Album

2011-02-05T14:45:00.002-07:00

Here is a twist on Karen Thomas' origami photo cube (see Video Parts 1 & 2 below). A link to her original instructions is below the video. Also below is the link to the UStream class for Kathy's Paper Phenomenon hidden o-wire binding method. Please feel free to leave a comment - I love to hear from you! (Link for supply list is below the video as well.)

Tutorial Video - Part 1

Tutorial Video - Part 2

Click here for Karen Thomas' Fun Folded Photo Cube
Click here for Kathy's Hidden O-Wire Binding on UStream
Supplies

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #9

2011-01-23T23:56:00.060-07:00

"Watercolor" Card
Here's a super easy technique I learned from Tim Holtz on the Ranger Industries YouTube channel (it's not a new technique, just new to me!). I recently purchased some of Ranger's Distress Inks and couldn't wait to try out this technique. The original YouTube video link featuring Tim Holtz is below my video. Please feel free to leave a comment - I enjoy hearing from you! (Supply list link is below the video.)

Click HERE for Tim Holtz's original technique

Supplies

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #8

2011-01-22T01:13:00.000-07:00

Valentine's Card #3
I hope you enjoy this video. It's a very simple card! Please feel free to leave a comment - I enjoy hearing from you! (Supply list is below the video.)

Supplies

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #7

2011-01-19T03:09:00.003-07:00

Valentine's Card #2
Here is Valentine's card #2 - a non-traditional card. Please feel free to leave a comment - I love hearing from you! (Supply list is below the video.)

Supplies

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #6

2011-01-16T23:47:00.001-07:00

Valentine's Card #1
Here's a simple Valentine's card for you! I will have two more I will post later this week. I hope you enjoy the video and please feel free to leave a comment - I love to hear from you! (The supply list is below the video.)

Supplies

Transferred Videos

2011-01-11T02:07:00.001-07:00

Hi all! I've added 3 videos to my YouTube channel (numbers 1, 2 & 3), and no.....I didn't make 3 new videos! I just transferred my first three from my old YouTube channel to Jen's Creation Station. Now all my videos are on one channel.

Have a great week!

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #5

2011-01-10T00:04:00.000-07:00

Cricut Bug Head Tote Bag
Hello all! Another episode - this time using freezer paper to make a stencil for painting on fabric. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at the address on the right side of the blog. Please feel free, also, to leave a comment - I love to hear from you!

If you would like the cut file for this Cricut bug head, please email me using the email on the right side of my blog. Because I do not always have access to your email address in the comment section of my blog, I ask that you please do not request the file by leaving a comment. Thanks!

Supplies

Sneak Peek!

2011-01-06T13:07:00.000-07:00

Here's a sneak peek for the next episode of Late Night Lattes & Crafts! It's taking forever to film the video since I'm literally waiting for paint to dry!

Watch for the video very soon!

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #4

2011-01-05T05:35:00.008-07:00

Bind-it-All Bindings for Beginners

Hello all! Another episode - a simple lesson on bindings for beginners! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at the address on the right side of the blog. Please feel free, also, to leave a comment - I love to hear from you!

Late Night Lattes & Crafts #3

2011-01-03T06:29:00.010-07:00

Red Hat Society Card
2011 has arrived and with it, episode 3 of my series! I would love to hear from you, so please feel free to leave a comment! The supply list link is below the video.

Supplies

Louie's New Slipper Bed!

2010-12-29T02:33:00.002-07:00

My husband was teasing me about my ratty slippers, so for Christmas he bought me new slippers. While making the video for episode 2 of my Late Night Lattes & Crafts series, my feet got too warm, so I took off my slippers. Well, Louie, one of my kitties (and my shadow while crafting), decided he needed to make a bed of them, and here he is on HIS new slipper bed!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Late Night Lattes & Crafts #2

2010-12-27T02:37:00.001-07:00

First, thank you to all my viewers for the holiday wishes in your comments. I so enjoy reading all your comments!

I hope you like the card in this episode. I am sure all of you have stamps you've purchased to make masculine cards, so try one of them on this card. The card can be used for any number of occasions. I'm using it for my uncle's birthday card.

I would love to hear from you, so please, feel free to leave me a comment! The supply list is below the video.

Supplies

Pink Birthday

2010-12-26T01:13:00.024-07:00

I received the punches I used for this card for Christmas from my sweet husband. You've really got to try the Martha Stewart "Punch Around the Page" punch sets - they are so much fun! I simply sponged a paper flower for the card. The inside of the card says "wishing you a fun filled day."

Supplies

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-25T00:38:00.000-07:00

Just finished opening presents - stamps and paper and punches oh my!

One of the gifts under the tree was a note from Gary that he had ordered a horizontal extension arm for my video tripod (to film my videos directly above instead at an angle)!!! As soon as it arrives, I'll get back to filming videos.

Thank you all for all your kind comments in the last few months. They've made me want to create more than ever.

Gary and I wish each of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and blessings to all!

Christmas Card 2010

2010-12-25T00:15:00.002-07:00

This is our Christmas card for 2010 - easy & simple with my Cricut, Design Studio and a couple of cartridges!

Supplies

New Year's Kiss

2010-12-23T12:03:00.002-07:00

It has been a few weeks since I've posted anything, and I can only say that between my job, and my husband's two jobs, and keeping up with all three, and on top of that the holiday season, I'm ready for a lazy Christmas day!

Recently my dear husband commented that since I returned to the work force, he hasn't gotten many "just because" cards from me, so I decided to make him a New Year's card just because. This is the first New Year's card I've ever made and it was lots of fun and easy!

I've also gotten hooked on mini albums and I've made a few of those in the last few weeks. None of them are my original design, so I probably won't be posting them here on my blog. I am working on a brag book for a Bind-it-All basics class so watch for that in January!

The design is right out of the Wishes book by CTMH (pages 35 & 85).

I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Supplies

A Few of My Favorite Tools Part 2 - Video #9

2010-12-08T09:58:00.000-07:00

Here's part 2 of my favorite tools. Enjoy!

Soapstone Pencil Link

2010-12-05T15:51:00.002-07:00

Here is a link for the soapstone (white) pencil I mention in My Favorite Tools video #1:

http://www.amazon.com/Dritz-Quilting-Soapstone-Marking-Pencil/dp/B001UAKKZO

It looks like this one doesn't have the aluminum casing I got with mine, but the pencil part is identical!

A Few of My Favorite Tools Part 1 - Video #8

2010-12-05T03:11:00.002-07:00

Some of you have asked about some of the tools I use in my videos, so this is a short video (part 1) with a few of my favorite tools in my craft studio. Enjoy!

Late Night Lattes & Crafts Episode #1

2010-12-02T04:01:00.004-07:00

Welcome to my new series - Late Night Lattes & Crafts! I want to thank my husband, Gary, for naming my new series!

(If you're a latte lover, click here for the recipe for my vanilla latte flavoring.)
I hope you enjoy my first episode. I'd love to know what you think, so please, feel free to leave me a comment! The supply list is below the video.

Supplies

Clean Craft Studio?

2010-11-28T18:48:00.003-07:00

Happy Sunday to all of you! I hope it was peaceful and enjoyable.

I was asked if my craft room always looks so clean (see video below) - and the answer is NO! When I am not working on a video or in the middle of a project, yes it looks like it does in the video. I have a hard time finding things when I'm in the middle of a project, so I make sure tools get put back where they belong and that helps de-clutter my craft table!

I also had a request for a video tutorial for my wire "paper rack." I don't have enough parts to make a video and I really don't want to take apart the units I have, so I thought I'd try explain them a bit better.

I simple had these wire shelving units laying around, not even assembled, so I put them together like they're supposed to be. I had three sets. I think they were originally purchased on clearance for under $5 from Target. The first two are the outer frames, stacked three units high. The shelves are just the shelves or individual squares from the third set. Cable ties are those little plastic ties that you slide through and pull tight. You can purchase them at the hardware store, Wal-mart, just about any place. I used the small size, they're about 6" long. I attached the pieces, or shelves with these cable ties and used 4 cable ties on each side, then cut the excess off the ties. These are very strong and work well for lots of paper or cardstock!

After I got all the shelves in place, because they sit in front of my window, I chose to cut foamboard I purchased at Michael's into pieces and also attached that to the sides and backs of the units with cable ties (I punched holes for the cable ties with my Crop-a-dile) to protect my paper and cardstock from the light.

I hope that helps!

Craft Studio Tour Video #7

2010-11-26T11:32:00.000-07:00

I thought I would share a peek at my craft studio where I do all my creating. I hope you enjoy it and I hope all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Mary's Thank You Card

2010-11-25T00:51:00.001-07:00

This is a special thank you card for a very special lady - Mary at Cardztv. I sent her a surprise gift for inviting me to participate in her So Many Mini Albums Blog Hop. I had way too much fun working on the project for the blog hop and reading all the comments on my blog! I can't wait until she opens the box because I know she'll be surprised - I can't tell you what it is because she's a follower! This is a Christmas card because her surprise package is Christmas related!

Supply List

Thanksgiving Cards - 2010

2010-11-25T00:19:00.013-07:00

Here are the Thanksgiving cards we sent for 2010. The two versions just gave me a choice if relatives live in the same town - I can still send the same card, but different colors!

Version 1 in Rich Razzleberry (purple):

Version 2 in Cajun Craze (rust):

Supply List

Recipe Mini Album Video #6

2010-11-19T03:14:00.003-07:00

Here is a simple recipe mini album that holds removable recipe cards. For the supplies needed, click on "Supply List" link below video.

Supply List

Simple Photo Album Video

2010-11-17T09:49:00.000-07:00

Here's a short video of the photo album I made for the cancer fundraiser silent auction. I hope you enjoy it!

Supply List

BLOG HOP WINNER!

2010-11-14T22:31:00.000-07:00

Thank you each and every one of you for your kind comments and good wishes on my "Checking it Twice" Mini Album! I was overwhelmed by your kindness and enjoyed reading every one of your comments.

I've used random.org to draw a winner,
and the winner is:

SHANNON

Watch your email Shannon and get back to me soon!

So Many Mini AlbumsBlog Hop!

2010-11-13T03:59:00.165-07:00

Welcome to the So Many Mini Albums Blog Hop! I was thrilled and excited when Mary at CardzTV asked me to join her in this blog hop - it's my very first one! Mary is such a special lady to organize a blog hop for mini albums. I'm also taking this opportunity to post my first ever detailed instructional videos!

You should be arriving here from Nicole's Blog, if not, you may want to start at the beginning at Mary's Blog! When you're done with my project, hop on over to Ruthie's Blog. I've included a list of all the blogs (below) in this fun hop, so if you're just joining us, be sure you don't miss the blogs above mine on the list!

Here is the blog list when you're ready to hop on over to the next blog on the So Many Mini Albums Blog Hop:

MARY - http://www.cardztv.blogspot.com/
DREW - http://www.scrappyhappiness.com/
CORRI - http://www.buglvr.blogspot.com/
JANIS - http://www.pausedreamenjoy.blogspot.com/
RAVEN - http://www.love4stamps.blogspot.com/
NICOLE - http://www.primpedinpaper.com/
JENNI - http://www.jenccreationstation.blogspot.com/
(YOU ARE HERE!)
RUTHI - http://www.septemberninth.blogspot.com/
MICHELLE - http://www.mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com/
GALE - http://www.thehappystamper.com/
SUE - http://www.suescraftymess.blogspot.com/
ROXY - http://roxpaperscissors.blogspot.com/

So, let's get started! My project for this blog hop is the "Checking it Twice" Mini Album. It's so named because it's got lots of places for "making a list and checking it twice." Gift lists, guest lists, to do lists, etc. It also has pockets for photos, receipts, and recipes. We're all busy during the holidays and I thought this would be a good way to keep on track and not forget anything (I'm a list maker!). This was so much fun to make and I hope you enjoy it!

Pocket Page - Front

Pocket Page - Back

In the posts below are: Two (detailed) Instructional Videos; a Supply List; Cutting Guides; and a Punching Diagram for book rings.

Now I know you all love free goodies, so today, I'm giving away a complete kit to make this "Checking it Twice" Mini Album! Included in the kit is all the chipboard, cardstock, decorative paper, gold cord, book rings, cutting diagrams, and the template you'll need to make this project! (If you choose to use a Bind-it-All, you will need to furnish your own o-wire.)

Here's how to enter:

1. Become a follower or subscribe to my blog (or both!);
2. Leave a comment below this post.

One comment and entry per person, please! Be sure to include a way for me to reach you in your comment! (I prefer an email address - please do not post your blog address as your contact information). I will contact the winner by email for a shipping address. I would hate to have to draw a new winner because I have no way to reach you!

Unfortunately, shipping is limited to the United States and Canada. (If you have trouble posting a comment, please scroll down and try again, sometimes blogger is stubborn!)

GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED - GOOD LUCK! I will use random.org to choose a winner and contact the winner before noon (eastern time) on Monday, November 15, 2010. I will also post the winner on my blog.

Thanks for joining me, and now, on to my videos! (see posts below!)

Supplies

"Checking it Twice" Mini Album Video Part 1

2010-11-13T03:58:00.031-07:00

"Checking it Twice" Mini Album Video Part 2

2010-11-13T03:57:00.006-07:00

Supplies - "Checking it Twice" Mini Album

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I designed the pages for this mini album so you can use 8-1/2" x 11" cardstock.

COVER:

Chipboard (Cut 2): 6-1/4" x 5-3/4"

Decorative Paper:

Cover Outside: 7-3/4" x 8-1/4" (2 pieces)
Cover Inside Lining: 5-1/2" x 6" (2 pieces)

POCKET PAGES:
(My mini album is made with 6 pocket pages.)

Cardstock:

Back (cut 6): 6-1/2" x 6" (red)
Front (cut 6): 6" x 5" (red)
Back Pocket (cut 6): 4"x6" (red)
Binding Piece (cut 6): 2" x 4" (red)
Large Tag (cut 6): 4-5/8" x 5-3/4" (dark green)
Small Tag (cut 3): 3-1/2" x 4-1/2" (dark green)
Booklet Covers (cut 3): 4-1/2" x 6" (dark green)
Scraps of cardstock for tag pulls (snowmen in my mini album)

(If you following the Cutting Diagram below, you will be able to get the pocket page front, back, and 2 binding pieces out of one piece of cardstock.)

Decorative Paper:

Front (cut 6):4-11/16" x 5-11/16" (this allows 1/8" edge to show)
Back (cut 6): 3-1/2" x 4-11/16" (this allows 1/8" to show)
(this piece actually tucks inside the small pocket)

Plain Paper for Booklets:
6 Pieces of 8-1/2" x 11" Paper (I just used copy paper): cut 4" x 51/2"

Narrow Ribbon or Gold Braid for Booklets:
3 pieces approximately 6" to 8" long

(By using pretty braid or narrow ribbon to tie the pages to the cover of the Booklets, you can replace the pages year to year to re-use your mini album.)

Miscellaneous Supplies:

Glue runner, ATG gun, or good strong liquid glue to adhere your pockets pieces and decorative paper

1/8" Paper Punch (for booklets)
1/4" Paper Punch or Crop-a-dile (for binding - if you are using book rings)
3 Book Rings or Bind-it-all & a 1" o-wire (11 holes)
Scraps of ribbon, each approximately 3-1/2" long for attaching to book rings or Bind-it-All binding for decorating

Cover Cutting Guide - "Checking it Twice" Mini Album

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Note: This is not a template!

Book Ring Hole Guide - "Checking it Twice" Mini Album

2010-11-13T03:54:00.003-07:00

Note: This is not a template!

Pocket Page & Binding Pieces Cutting Guide - "Checking it Twice" Mini Album

2010-11-13T03:53:00.006-07:00

Note: This is not a template!

Back Pocket Cutting Guide - "Checking it Twice" Mini Album

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Note: This is not a template:

Thank You!

2010-11-12T17:31:00.000-07:00

Thank you every one of you for your kind and caring thoughts. It's been a rough week for all of us. I miss Bill so much!

In Memory of Bill

2010-11-03T22:44:00.001-06:00

We had very sad news earlier this evening. Our brother-in-law, Bill passed away. We were stunned. Bill's been ill ever since I met him 4 years ago, but that doesn't seem to matter, we are still in shock.

When Gary and I decided to marry, and since my dad had passed away in 1996, I asked Bill to be my "stand-in Dad" and give me away at our wedding. When I asked him, he told Gary to behave, because he might not give me to Gary!

I loved Bill dearly. He was the best brother-in-law, always quick with a smile and loved to tease. I will miss him greatly. Love and prayers to Bill's family and to my husband, Gary, who has known Bill 42 years.

So, I decided to post this picture from our wedding in 2007. It's always been one of my favorites, but now it's even more special to me.

New YouTube Channel

2010-11-01T19:29:00.000-06:00

I decided to get a new YouTube channel that has a
name closer to the name of my blog, so here it is!

JensCreationStation

My first video on this new channel will not go up until November 13, 2010, but please be sure to check out my first 3 videos at:

JenCinMT

Thanks!

Thrilled!

2010-10-23T11:08:00.003-06:00

I have to tell you my news! Mary over at http://www.cardztv.blogspot.com/ has asked me to participate in an upcoming event she's planning and I was so thrilled yesterday when I got her email that I woke up my husband! He told me last night that I was so excited I actually squealed, and could barely get the words out to tell him my news! So, watch for this upcoming event in November right here on my blog!

Shades of Blue

2010-10-23T11:07:00.001-06:00

This is a simple manly birthday card (yes, you can use ribbon on a man's card!).

Supply List

Videos!

2010-10-22T08:15:00.001-06:00

It's obvious, after two short videos, that I need a tripod! Sorry for the jittery videos, but until I get to the city where there is a selection, I am sure, my videos will be a bit unstable. Sorry!

Winter Envelope Mini Album

2010-10-22T08:12:00.003-06:00

Here is another mini album I made recently. The original concept is from Karlee at http://www.karleekrafts.com/. I made this album as a sample for my Cricut class in October and decided to use it for our current winter season since it actually started with our first snow on September 17th! Yes, winter does sometimes come early to northern Montana!

Supply List

Gatefold Paper Bag Mini Album #2

2010-10-22T07:08:00.016-06:00

This is actually the first Gatefold Paper Bag Mini Album I made. I made a few mistakes in placing the paper bag "pages" and learned from the mistakes, so my sister's pink album went together without a hitch.

This album is covered in fabric and I intend to make this an "all about me" album. My sister and I decided that since there is only one grandchild (hers) in the next generation in our family, we want my great-nephew to have some heritage when he's older and has children of his own. So, she's getting a pink album (one of her favorite colors) and this album is in my favorite colors.

Supply List

Gatefold Paper Bag Mini Album

2010-10-22T04:19:00.040-06:00

I've been busy making mini albums because sometimes I get sort of bored making just cards! At first, I made very small ones (see previous posts) and those ideas came from Mary at http://www.cardztv.blogspot.com/, and then I found Laura Denison's blog and her mini albums are amazing. Her blog is: (http://www.followingthepapertrail.blogspot.com/)

This video is my very first ever, and it's not that great, but I wasn't sure how to take pictures of the entire mini album, so I made a video instead!

SUPPLY LIST

Prayers for Melanie & Family

2010-10-20T08:26:00.002-06:00

Please pray for Melanie (Everyday Cricut) and her family and let her know by visiting her blog at http://www.cricutholiday.com/ that you are thinking of her. Melanie lost a dear cousin to brain cancer.

I keep hearing of others losing dear family members and loved ones to brain cancer. It's been 5 years since we lost Larry to this horrible disease.

Please, some way, some how, support brain cancer research! Also, please help all of us who walk, run, and participate in the Relay for Life to raise money for cancer research through the American Cancer Society - we really do want everybody to celebrate more birthdays!

Wouldn't it be great if school-aged children didn't have to ever worry about cancer when they become adults?

Supply Lists

2010-10-09T15:33:00.003-06:00

I've added another feature to all my posts back to October 25, 2009! You can know click on the "SUPPLY LIST" link at the end of each posted project and you will be able to view the supply list for each project.

Blog Button

2010-10-07T23:56:00.001-06:00

I've now got a blog button! If anybody copied the code for my blog button before 11:45 pm on October 7th, please replace it with the current code! Apparently there is another Jen's Creation Station and the button was mine but it didn't take you to my blog but to her's! I've got the issue corrected now, so thank you if you have grabbed my button!

New Followers!

2010-10-07T01:36:00.009-06:00

In the last month or so, my followers have increased by 25% - wow! Many of you have awesome blogs that I view every morning during my "latte & blog hop" ritual. As you tell me your blog names, I have to check them out and I discover yet another blog to add to my blog hop! My blog hop is almost up to 3 lattes (okay, so I admit, I'm lying, it already is 3 lattes long!).

Although I don't have many followers or subscribers, I just want to thank each of you for thinking enough of my creations to be a follower or subscriber.

I am hoping that one of these days, I will reach 100 followers, and when that happens, I plan to do a give-away, but for now I'm happy just blogging along. It wasn't until recently that I added a comment section to my blog. That was a wonderful move - I've really enjoyed your comments.

As you can tell by viewing my blog, I have no sponsors and I don't advertise for anything and that's because it just clogs up my blog! I'm not sure, but I don't even think I've ever entered a challenge (not that I haven't considered it). This "cleanliness" also allows me to use any products I want in my projects.

A big change I recently made to my blog is to list the particular Cricut cartridges I use in my projects and to try to list the type of card or project (e.g, birthday, kids cards, mini albums, etc.). That was a huge undertaking, but it is now done.

Again, thank you for following and/or subscribing to my blog!

Belated Anniversary

2010-09-24T04:33:00.012-06:00

This may look like the front of a birthday card, but it's actually an anniversary card.

SUPPLY LIST

Merry Monsters

2010-09-22T14:44:00.008-06:00

This is my newest stamp set - Merry Monsters from CTMH. Love the little guys! Thank you to Dawn Griffith of dawnsstampingthoughts.net for her instructional video (she made it look soooo easy!); TyAnn for her original card inspiration; and the card front was inspired by CTMH (Fall catalog, pg. 34). Here's my version of the "plastic bag double slider card:

SUPPLY LIST

Merry Monsters - Double Sliders

2010-09-22T14:43:00.002-06:00

No matter what I do, I can't get this picture to post horizontally, but I think you get the idea! Sorry!

SUPPLY LIST

"Sisters" Squash Mini Album

2010-09-20T12:46:00.008-06:00

I made this mini album for my only sister, my best bud! She loves lime green, hot pink, and black (the colors of her craft room - mine is all about purple!). I just thought it was time I told my sister how special she is to me. Thank you to Mary at CardzTV for the instructional video that made this project so easy to make!

I've always wondered: how does a person get through life without a sister?

SUPPLY LIST

Splish Splash

2010-09-20T12:28:00.009-06:00

I bought this cute stamp set last year and this is the first time I've used it. This is a simple 3"x3" card. The inside says, "Let's makes some waves!" I enjoy making little 3" square cards to use up my small CS scraps.

SUPPLY LIST

"Car" Anniversary Card

2010-09-20T12:12:00.007-06:00

This card was made for a special request from a friend. I just received the Wedding Solutions cartridge, and this is the first time I've used it.

SUPPLY LIST

Love Meander Mini Album Post 1 of 5

2010-09-20T12:00:00.006-06:00

The next four posts are the inside pages to the mini album. This is the second meander mini album I made. Thanks again to Mary at CardzTV for the instructional video (see Christmas Meander Mini Album post for link to video!).

This is the cover:

SUPPLY LIST

Love Meander Mini Album Post 2 of 5

2010-09-20T11:59:00.006-06:00

SUPPLY LIST

Love Meander Mini Album Post 3 of 5

2010-09-20T11:58:00.006-06:00

SUPPLY LIST