Copyright (c) 2009 CraftStylish.com en-us CraftStylish - KhrisCochran's posts http://www.craftstylish.com/profile/KhrisCochran Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:39:51 -0500 CraftStylish - KhrisCochran's posts http://www.craftstylish.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.craftstylish.com/profile/KhrisCochran Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/4709/paper-crafters-meet-your-new-bff-the-scor-pal http://www.craftstylish.com/item/4709/paper-crafters-meet-your-new-bff-the-scor-pal Posted by KhrisCochran
For a paper crafter, there is nothing worse than uneven lines or messy folds, but we can rejoice: Crooked score lines be gone! The Scor-Pal makes folding paper a breeze. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/4709/paper-crafters-meet-your-new-bff-the-scor-pal Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2394/which-ink-is-right-for-your-project http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2394/which-ink-is-right-for-your-project Posted by KhrisCochran
When I first started paper crafting, I knew nothing about the different properties and capabilities of inks. Ink was just ink. After an embarrassing incident, I discovered that not all inks are created equal and that finding just the right one can save time and frustration. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2394/which-ink-is-right-for-your-project Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1857/transform-your-world-with-paper http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1857/transform-your-world-with-paper Posted by KhrisCochran
Since my humble beginnings in invitation making, I’ve been exploring every possible paper technique I can get my crafty little fingers on. Paper, for me, is the ultimate craft medium. There are few craft supplies that are so deliciously tactile, colorful and easy to work with as paper. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1857/transform-your-world-with-paper Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2171/the-color-wheel-a-paper-crafters-must-have-tool http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2171/the-color-wheel-a-paper-crafters-must-have-tool Posted by KhrisCochran
If you're clumsy with color or just in need some fresh ideas, a color wheel can work wonders for you. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2171/the-color-wheel-a-paper-crafters-must-have-tool Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2091/paper-craft-blogs-that-inspire http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2091/paper-craft-blogs-that-inspire Posted by KhrisCochran
Need inspiration? The Web is chock-full of amazing artists and resources. Here are five of my favorites. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2091/paper-craft-blogs-that-inspire Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2051/take-responsibility-with-eco-friendly-paper-crafting-tips http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2051/take-responsibility-with-eco-friendly-paper-crafting-tips Posted by KhrisCochran
Going green can be stylish and easy. Enjoy guilt-free paper creativity with these earth-conscious ideas and resources. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/2051/take-responsibility-with-eco-friendly-paper-crafting-tips Thu, 29 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1949/a-bone-folder-makes-for-paper-perfection http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1949/a-bone-folder-makes-for-paper-perfection Posted by KhrisCochran
One of my most indispensable craft tools is my bone folder. Without it I am naked and vulnerable. It sounds silly, I know, but I love that thing! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1949/a-bone-folder-makes-for-paper-perfection Mon, 26 May 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1926/get-into-bookmaking http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1926/get-into-bookmaking Posted by KhrisCochran
If you’re already dialed into one the hottest paper-crafting trends: bookmaking, you already know that this incredible crafting experience is highly addictive. But even you are new to the scene, be sure to check out these terrific bookmaking resources; they're virtual page-turners! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1926/get-into-bookmaking Thu, 22 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1894/add-fabric-for-pretty-paper-projects http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1894/add-fabric-for-pretty-paper-projects Posted by KhrisCochran
Fabric, for me, is surrogate paper.I use them interchangeably in many projects. The texture or pattern of a piece of fabric is sometimes that perfect embellishment that makes a traditional paper project truly unique and special. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1894/add-fabric-for-pretty-paper-projects Mon, 19 May 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1847/make-this-super-easy-card-in-just-five-minutes http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1847/make-this-super-easy-card-in-just-five-minutes Posted by KhrisCochran
If you’re short on time and need a quick card to pop in the mail or take to a party, you’re in luck. This little gem requires only a few supplies and takes about Five minutes to make. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1847/make-this-super-easy-card-in-just-five-minutes Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1752/a-paper-primer-weights-finishes-and-other-useful-info http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1752/a-paper-primer-weights-finishes-and-other-useful-info Posted by KhrisCochran
There comes a time in every paper crafter’s life when she’s faced with the utterly confusing task of buying a new type of paper—65-pound cover or 80-pound text? Linen or bond? Brightness? Where does one begin? Here's some handy information to guide your paper choice towards the perfect sheet for your project. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1752/a-paper-primer-weights-finishes-and-other-useful-info Mon, 12 May 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1718/rubber-stamping-101-meet-your-new-obsession http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1718/rubber-stamping-101-meet-your-new-obsession Posted by KhrisCochran
They may look innocent enough, but let me tell you, rubber stamps are trouble—fun, easy, delightful trouble! The humble rubber stamp was my gateway to a now decades-long paper-crafting obsession. It’s my mission to get you hooked, too. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1718/rubber-stamping-101-meet-your-new-obsession Mon, 05 May 2008 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1487/crafting-for-a-cure http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1487/crafting-for-a-cure Posted by KhrisCochran
I adore companies with a social conscience—those that generously give of their time and profits to help make our society healthier and stronger. It is especially wonderful to discover that a company that I already love for their terrific paper-crafting products has provided several ways for their customers to make meaningful contributions to some very worthy causes. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1487/crafting-for-a-cure Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1420/a-passion-for-paper http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1420/a-passion-for-paper Posted by KhrisCochran
If you are anything like me, nothing gets your heart racing like a fantastic sheet of paper. Thanks to the Internet, the ability to indulge my passion for paper is only a few clicks away. Here's a list of my favorite sites to visit to feed my obsession and build up my stash. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1420/a-passion-for-paper Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1338/make-a-simple-scrapbook-the-matchbook-album http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1338/make-a-simple-scrapbook-the-matchbook-album Posted by KhrisCochran
If the idea of tackling a full 12” x 12” scrapbook is too daunting or if you want a quick handmade project (perfect for gift-giving), this mini album is the project for you. Oh, and because it’s cute, easy to make and very afforable, you’ll be wanting to make this over and over. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1338/make-a-simple-scrapbook-the-matchbook-album Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1314/i-survived-cha http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1314/i-survived-cha Posted by KhrisCochran
Picture, if you will, more than 800 vendors who showcase thousands of their hottest, newest, and most exciting craft-related products. Now imagine that about half of those companies cater to scrapbookers and paper crafters. That, my friends, is a Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) show. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1314/i-survived-cha Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1086/the-paper-crafters-toolkit-the-essentials http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1086/the-paper-crafters-toolkit-the-essentials Posted by KhrisCochran
The scrapbooking boom is in full-tilt and the whole market is flooded with all kinds of projects to all kinds of things. One of the very best features of the paper arts is that you don't need a lot of tools to make something fabulous--a few essentials are really all you need. Here are some tools that I could never do without. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1086/the-paper-crafters-toolkit-the-essentials Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1083/sticky-situations-a-paper-crafters-guide-to-adhesive http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1083/sticky-situations-a-paper-crafters-guide-to-adhesive Posted by KhrisCochran
Are you one of those paper crafters who buys on impulse every brand spanking new to market 'must-have'? Only to find that six months later you've either never used the item or found it to be not quite what you were looking for. We all have a weakness and mine is for adhesives. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1083/sticky-situations-a-paper-crafters-guide-to-adhesive Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1081/scrapbooking-101-the-basics http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1081/scrapbooking-101-the-basics Posted by KhrisCochran
Sure, my friends and family might laugh at the way I treasure all of the things I save from my life's significant events, but they always love my handmade cards, gifts and special albums fashioned from the things I save and give to them as presents. For me, scrapbooking is a necessity—and I'm not alone. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1081/scrapbooking-101-the-basics Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1090/cha-preview http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1090/cha-preview Posted by KhrisCochran
Every February crafters from around the world gather in sunny southern California to scope out all of the newest, hottest and absolutely must-have-it-nows in crafting. CHA is truly a paradise of creativity. I'm wondering what will blow my mind this year? ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1090/cha-preview