Unicorn Loaded Folder

Whether you need a gift for a unicorn lover or a project for a swap, this sweet "Loaded Folder" is completely made from scratch and oh-so-easy!


For the file folder: I cut a double-sided patterned paper  to 8" W X 10"H and then folded in half to measure 8"W X 5"H.  Next I made a center cut to one side of the paper (the front) and folded back to create a "collar".  The edges of the collar were embellished with buttons and border stickers.


Attaching the sides to create the folder: Using a small piece of the same paper, two 1" X 5"  sttips were cut and then folded in half and attached to the sides of the pocket.  By adding these "gussets" the folder is allowed to expand and accommodate a  ton of goodies!


One of the first inserts that I made was this adorable sequin-pocket-shaker!  

To make: I've used an 8X8 vertical photo page protector.  I carefully cut away the  edge (with the perforated holes) and the top 2X8" section.  


After the sections were cut apart, the remaining 6"X8"  portion was folded in half along the  seal.  The pocket with the opening facing DOWN was filled with chunky glitter and sequins.  I used a sewing machine to stitch the sides and bottom together, leaving the opening to the back unsewn.

For the handle: After cutting a 3/4" X 11" strip of patterned paper, it was attached to just the front part of the pocket with brads.  


I embellished the front of the shaker pocket with layers of  punch-out flowers and a hand-stamped, colored and die-cut unicorn!.  



The pocket was filled with three hand-crafted tags that I made with 4"X4" white cardstock and  journal cards that were trimmed to 3"X3".  The squares were attached to the white cardstock with thin foam adhesive that was placed along the sides and bottom.  I added stamped, colored and die-cut pieces to embellish each of the cards differently.  Small pieces of folded over ribbon (from my stash) added some soft texture.

Using the leftover 2" X 8" portion of the page protector, I made this bookmark!  I did add a strip of patterned paper to the inside before stitching around the perimeter.  A loop of ribbon and another hand-crafted unicorn were attached to the top.



Finally, these two adorable tags were created using 3.75" X 5.25" white cardstock topped with a 3" X 4.5" die-cut tag.  Again, I used some of the stamped and colored images to embellish the fronts.  I also found a package of unicorn party favors at a dollar store to which I tied a small button and tag around its neck...looks so cute peeking out of the opening!


Now, what unicorn lover wouldn't be thrilled to receive such a treat!  Choose other themes and fill with all sorts of planner supplies and or embellishments for scrapbooking and cardmaking!

Thank you for joining me!
Shellye

Doodlebug Design Product:

5125: garden flowers craft kit 
5977: good as gold foil double-sided cardstock 
6267: lots o' luck this & that sticker 
6302: rainbows end double-sided cardstock 
6303: pot o'gold double-sided cardstock
6329: rainbows & unicorns doodle stamps 
6330: rainbows & unicorns doodle cuts 
6248: french kiss chit chat 
4257: bubblegum sequins asst 
4258: ladybug sequins asst
4259: tangerine sequins asst
4260: bumblebee sequins asst
4261: limeade sequins asst 
4262: swimming pool sequins asst 
2049: Chunky Sugar Coating Glitter Assortment 
4435: halloween mini clothespins 
2471: Bubblegum Boutique Buttons
2472: Ladybug Boutique Buttons 
2473: Tangerine Boutique Buttons
2474: Bumblebee Boutique Buttons 
2475: Limeade Boutique Buttons 
2476: Swimming Pool Boutique Buttons
5676: fairy tales petite print assortment pack
3499: vertical photo/recipe card protectors 8x8
Saturday, June 22, 2019 June 22, 2019
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Hello Boardbook Mini Album

Happy Saturday!
I shared this so-fun-to-make mini album over at
DOODLEBUG DESIGNS
a couple of weeks ago and wanted to share here too!
I also have it up for SALE in my Etsy Shop :)

Using just a few pieces of leftover patterned paper and sheets of heavy card stock,
this mini album is so quick and easy to put together!  The assemblage is similar to a
 child's board book and is also very accommodating  for layered embellishments!


To begin I cut five sheets of 110lb. white card stock to measure:
9.75" X 6.25"
9.5" X 6.25"
9.25" X 6.25"
9" X 6.25"
8.75" X 6.25"
Next, I placed each of the sheets onto a scoring board. Each sheet was scored at 4.25"
and then turned 180" and scored again at 4.25".  After folding all of the sheets along
 the score lines, I started building the pages beginning with the longest sheet first.
I added an extreme double-sided tape between all of the sheet's score lines and
 began assembling the pages.  



For all of the pages I used a 4" X 6" mat of patterned paper  and adhered to the center of the page. 
 As shown above, I cut a small strip of 1.25" X 6" paper and attached.

Below is a peek at all of the inner-pages that are photo-ready!  










I decided to leave a few of the pages blank so that larger photos could be added.  
The top of the album was finished off with a trio of Jelly Clips and now
 it's all ready for gift giving!

Have a wonderful weekend!
Saturday, June 8, 2019 June 08, 2019
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Cards of PUN Mini Album

We all have that special person that we make a great combo with!
 I'm sharing a sweet little mini album using several of the
A2 "Creat-A-Cards" and the "So Much Pun" Collection from
DOODLEBUG DESIGN


I turned the cards horizontally, with the openings to the right.  A strip of patterned paper was cut to  9"X3.5" and scored in half.  The paper was then attached to the front card flap ( and repeated for the following card fronts). For the cover: I did leave an opening along the top so that a tag could be included. 


I used a binding system and metal comb to hold the pages together.  After embellishing a metal-rimmed tag from my stash, I slipped it onto the comb.



In prepping all of the "card" pages, I attached mats of various patterns before setting out to add the embellishments.


To stretch the remnants of the 6X6 papers, a few of the pages used pieced papers for the mats; the seams were hidden with border stickers or washi tape!





For most of the 2.5"X2.5" cut-out cards, I made them inter-active by scoring an edge and attaching wtih adhesive tape.  This is a great way to allow larger photos while still using larger design components.




A total of 4  of the "A2 Striped Assortment" Cards were used.  After completion, there are a total of 16 pages!  Use the same design concept to create a story flip-book or brag book for kids!

Thank you for joining me today!

Shellye

Doodlebug Design Product:
2969: A2 stripe card assortment 
6034: perfect combo shape sprinkles
6032: out of this world shape sprinkles
6072: so much pun 6x6 paper pad
6079: far out double-sided cardstock 
6026: perfect combo washi tape 
6053: perfect combo jelly clips
6056: so much pun chit chat
6029: so sweet washi tape 
6035: taco-bout fun shape sprinkles
6057: so much pun mini icons sticker
6036: so sweet shape sprinkles
6055: so much pun odds & ends
6076: dots of fun double-sided cardstock 
6068: so much pun this & that sticker 
6066: so much pun icons sticker 
6031: so much pun assortment glitter sprinkles 
6078: best i ever plaid double-sided cardstock 
6044: gum-believable doodle-pops
6033: dino-mite shape sprinkles 
6028: taco-bout fun washi tape
6073: so much pun double-sided cardstock 
4501: swimming pool mini paperclips
4440: bubblegum mini clothespins 
2475: Limeade Boutique Buttons 
2477: Blue Jean Boutique Buttons
2988: Doodle Twine - Ladybug 
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 June 04, 2019
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