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Paper Spinner Toy

25
Jun
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Hello everyone! It’s Eva on the blog today, sharing a tutorial on how to create a paper spinner with your kids.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

This craft is very easy! it is perfect to make with your kids and you can use paper scraps from your favorite collections.

To create the paper spinner, start by cutting some strips of patterned paper. We cut ours 1/2 inch wide and 11 inch tall.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Next, punch four 1 1/2 inch circles and glue your strips in the middle of the circle.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Glue the other four strips of paper and glue one circle on top.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

One side is ready! Next, put a circle on top (do not glue it) and glue the 8 strips on top.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Cover with another circle and using your Crop a Dile, make a small hole in the center.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Use a long skewer and pass it through the holes.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Finally, use hot glue to secure the top circle. I put some glue on both sides of the circle and also cut the point of the skewer.

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Your paper spinner toys are done! I assure you your kids will have lots of fun! My boy couldn’t wait to go outside and play with it!

create a fun paper spinner toy with your kids today! follow this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the Sun & Fun line from @pebblesinc

Here you can see the spinner in action!

Thanks for joining me today, have a great day!

Eva

Supplies
Sun & Fun Patterned Papers
We R Memory Keepers Hot Glue Gun
We R Memory Keepers Crop a Dile

Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: Craft, Eva Pizarro, Kids Crafts, sun & fun

Scrapbooking with children | Terhi

23
Jun
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Hey there Pebbles Fans! It’s Terhi Koskinen here wishing you the most colorful day and inspiring you with a scrapbook layout made in very special situation.

As I have been scrapbooking our family life for as long as I have been a Mom, I thought to ask if my daughters would like to make a layout together with me. We’ve done many crafts together and they both have done many layouts of their own. This layout has been made with my older daughter, who just turned 12.

Teenagers, children, how ever you wish to call them, are super talented and very creative if you just give them a chance! Surely my children has been watching how I create and seen my work, so they have strong opinions and thoughts about how the layout should look. For this page, we proceed completely in her phase – not mine.

We started by choosing a photograph and I was very surprised she didn’t pick a horse photo but mine instead! I asked why this one and she told because it’s a pretty one. That’s a perfect reason, isn’t it. Then, she picked up a white cardstock for a background to start our work, just as her Mom always do.

I limited her passion and excitement to Pebbles Hey, Hello collection instead giving her access to all my products. I had some of the separate patterned papers and Pebbles Hey, Hello Project Pad on the table and she fell in love with the paper Yellow Roses. We fussy cut all the flowers out and to bring more colors we took the lovely colored sheet out from the project pad.

The most interesting part of the process was adding thread. She’s seen my Youtube videos and she’s been watching how I do it, but she gave me an idea which is totally new to me – adding matching thread around each paper. The effect is adorable! It bring softness to the page but doesn’t make it as messy as I usually end up doing. Well done my dear child, well done!

Attaching the squares to the background was a bit tricky, so instead of measuring and getting gray hair I asked if the squares could be like wreath. She didn’t like the idea but shook them a bit, so the squares are inclined on purpose.

If you’d like to try out creating something together with older than toddlers, here’s what I think are the most important things to make the moment memorable.

  • Tell her/him clearly what’s the main goal – it’s easier to create when you know what to create and to where.
  • Limit all options – it’s easier to decide from four papers than from forty papers.
  • Let her/him teach YOU something, be curious about their opinions.
  • Instead of saying no, ask questions like why.

We did this together and I’m so very proud about it. Creating one thing together is totally different thing than creating things beside each other. She enjoyed as much as I.

Thank you for stopping by here today, it’s been a pleasure! Have a great day!
Terhi xx 
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Supplies: 
Pebbles Hey, Hello Patterned Paper Pad 12×12 (736898) 
Pebbles Hey, Hello Project Pad
Pebbles Hey, Hello Cardstock Stickers (736796)
 
Pebbles Hey, Hello Cardstock Sticker Book (736804)

Pebbles Hey, Hello Puffy Thickers (736798)
We R Memory Keepers Premium Paper Trimmer (660557)
American Crafts White Cardstock (71259)

Filed Under: Inspiration, Layout, Uncategorized Tagged With: Craft, Crafting, hey hello, scrapbook, scrapbook layout, scrapbooking, Terhi Koskinen

Rolled paper wreaths

13
Nov
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Hello everyone! It’s Eva on the blog today, showing you how to create some easy and fun wreaths to decorate your house or your presents this year.

I am using the Merry Little Christmas line and its colors are perfect, classic but with cute patterns and a touch of blue that creates a modern combination!

To create my little wreaths, I started but cutting little strips of paper. Mine were 3/8 inch wide and used mainly papers from the 12×12 paper pad.

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

I rolled my strips with quilling tools from We R Memory Keepers. You can use a manual tool or a powered USB tool. Both are great! Kids can help too because it is easy and fun!

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

Don’t roll the paper strips too tight, otherwise, you are not going to be able to insert the wire!

To create the wreath I used some Happy Jig wire and a glass as my guide. On each wreath, I put 18 rolled papers and my decorations were 3 inches wide.

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

You can leave them like this but I decided to include a sentiment on the inside. Again, I used my Happy Jig wire and created the word with some pliers and my hands, the wire bends easily!

I also made one with my son’s name, how cool is that?

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

The final touch was a small tag that I cut from one of the patterned papers. I love to have ready-made tags, It makes everything easier!

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

How cute are these small wreaths?

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

You can use them as tree decorations, to give as gifts, as place holders, so many possibilities!

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

I hope that you liked this idea and that you give it a try! It is the perfect craft to make with your kids and some leftover paper!

Create some fun and easy mini paper wreaths with this tutorial from @evapizarrov using the new Merry Little Christmas line from @pebblesinc

Thanks for joining me today and have a great day!

Eva

Supplies
Merry Little Christmas 12 x 12 Paper Pad
Happy Jig wire by We R Memory Keepers
Spinning Tool by We R Memory Keepers

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY Tagged With: Craft, Eva Pizarro, Merry Little Christmas

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift

27
Jun
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Hello everyone!  Amanda here today.  I can’t think of anything more iconic on the Fourth of July than fireworks.  Most of us wait all year long eagerly awaiting the spectacle as we sit with our family on a blanket.  Bring fireworks indoors or to a party by creating these delightfully simple firecracker gifts.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Not only are these festive holiday firecrackers super fun all on their own, they hide a special gift inside.  Any guesses?  They  come together in a snap and would make fun party favors or home decor.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Bubbles!  Who doesn’t like bubbles in the summertime?  I thought my kids, ages 9 and 12, would be indifferent but they couldn’t wait to get their hands on these bubbles.  Simply push the bubbles up from the bottom of the paper tube like a push pop.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Top each firecracker with a fringed paper spray.  They are seriously one of the most fun things I have made in a while and they are take no time at all.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Each bottle of bubbles is wrapped with a piece of patterned paper or two.  Cut the paper to size depending on the size of your bubble container.  Measure the diameter for the top after you have wrapped your bubbles with a strip of paper.  Use a piece of regular ol’ white copy paper to make the fringe.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Punch or cut a circle that is the same diameter as your tube and adhere to the top of the bubbles container.  This makes the firecracker look complete while still giving you access to your bubbles.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Make the fringed paper spray by cutting fringe into a 8 1/2″ x 3″ piece of plain white copy paper.  Fringe scissors will make this task go super quickly, but a pair of regular scissors will work just as great.  Apply adhesive to the end of the strip before rolling up your fringe.  Starting at one end, roll your fringe into a single bundle.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

At first, your fringed paper spray will look stiff and boring.  Create gentle curls in your fringe by gently pulling the fringe between your thumb and a ruler just like you would use scissors to curl gift ribbon.

Firecracker Bubbles Quick Gift by @amanda_coleman1 using @pebblesinc America the Beautiful collection

Adhere the fringed paper sprays to the top of the firecracker with a glue dot and they’re ready for the party! Have a fun and safe Fourth of July!
Amanda

Supplies:
America The Beautiful Double-Sided Cardstock 12″X12″ Flag Stripes
America The Beautiful Double-Sided Cardstock 12″X12″ Star Spangled Banner
America The Beautiful Double-Sided Cardstock 12″X12″ Stars & Stripes
America The Beautiful Double-Sided Cardstock 12″X12″ Bandana
America The Beautiful Double-Sided Cardstock 12″X12″ American Blooms

Filed Under: Altered Item, DIY, Gift, Papercraft, Party, Summer Tagged With: Amanda Coleman, Craft, DIY, firecracker, Fourth of July, Red, Summer, White and Blue

Personalized Bookmarks

24
Jun
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Hello everyone! welcome to the Pebbles’ blog! I’m Eva Pizarro and today I will show you how to make some cute personalized bookmarks for friends and family!

I love to read and to me there’s nothing more relaxing than going to the beach with a good book. I made this bookmarks with the Everyday line because I wanted fresh and bright colors and this line had the perfect designs!

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

This bookmarks are really easy, just cut strips of paper and a piece of white cardstock.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

Place your strips of paper in different direction creating different designs.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

Using some tools from our sister company,We R Memory Keepers, I make a hole and rounded the edges.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

To stamp the name I used this BIG roller stamp. I love this tool and it is so versatile! You can see other projects using it in mini cards, small gifts and a mini album.

You can stamp a name or also a message. I did one for my husband with the phrase “I love you” for example.

And if you don’t have a roller stamp you could just put the first letter of their name using Alpha Stickers! It would look lovely too!

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

To make the tassel I cut a long piece of twine and put it on my bookmark. I also did a knot where I wanted my tassel to be.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

Next, I wrapped some twine on my fingers

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

And tied the loops to the long piece of twine.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

I cut the end of the tassel including the two long strands of twine. I cut a smaller piece I wrapped it on my tassel.

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

And this is how my bookmark turned out!

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

They look lovely and the tassel gives them a nice touch!

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

Now I am ready to go to the beach and start a good book!

Personalized bookmarks made by @evapizarrov with #everyday line by @pebblesinc

I hope you like these and that you can try making them at home! I am sure you and your friends will love them!

You can include this bookmark in another summery gift like this one from Becki!

Easy Summer gift by @jbckadams for @pebblesinc

Have a great day!
Eva

Supplies:
Everyday 6×6 Paper Pad (733082)
From Me To You Roller Stamp (732278)
American Crafts Baker’s Twine Honeycomb (BT36-6506)
American Crafts Baker’s Twine Denim (BT36-6511)

Filed Under: DIY, Summer Tagged With: Craft, DIY, Eva Pizarro, Everyday

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