Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Hip Hip(po) Hooray!

 Nothing puts more HAPPY into "Happy Valentine's Day" than a bunch of Eyelet Outlet Hippo Brads dancing joyously across a card! Some pink Heart Brads and a mat of Pink Dot Washi Tape add a touch of seasonal color to the design.


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The Eyelet Outlet Store has all the brads and embellishments you need for Valentine's Day... and the rest of the year, as well!

hopes you're as happy as a dancing hippo today!

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Sweet Magic With Washi Tape

 

Today’s project was such a joy to make—a playful, color‑soaked fractured‑style card built almost entirely from washi tape. There’s something wonderfully satisfying about turning simple strips of tape into a full card front, and this design really leans into that idea.

I began by covering a white cardstock rectangle with Macaron Washi Tape, letting the soft pattern create a sweet, dessert‑inspired backdrop. Once the panel was fully wrapped, I cut a 1 ¾‑inch square of white cardstock and adhered it at an angle so it formed a diamond shape. That little tilt adds so much movement to the layout, and it sets the stage for the next detail: framing the diamond with Skinny Green Dot washi tape. I placed each strip so it extended past the edges at first, then trimmed everything flush for a crisp, clean finish.

To build contrast, I created a second panel from green cardstock—just slightly larger than the macaron layer—and added two rows of the same skinny washi tape along each edge. It ties the whole card together. After mounting the macaron panel on top, I attached the entire piece to a pink A2 card base, which brings out the sweetness of the colors even more.

The focal point is a stamped pink macaron that I colored, trimmed, and popped up on the diamond with foam tape. It adds dimension and charm right where the eye naturally lands. Beneath it, I placed the stamped sentiment, keeping it simple so the textures and layers could shine.

For the finishing touches, I added Pink Glitter Enamel Dots and Green Pearl Bling. They echo the colors already in the card and add just the right amount of sparkle and polish.

Thanks for joining me here today and please visit the EO store for all your brads, washi tape, bling and paper flowers!


Happy Creating!

Friday, January 16, 2026

 

Hello Crafty Friends - Today I am sharing a winter card decorated with Eyelet Outlet's snowflake brads, bumpy bling, and two colors of the jewel bling.  Snowflakes are so beautiful in real life and on cards.

I used a snowflake embossing folder to add texture to the background of the card.  I cut out snowflakes with white glitter paper to add a little sparkle.  The snowflake brads compliment the die cuts.  The bling comes from the bumpy and jewel bling.

Snowflakes add a thoughtful and cozy winter charm to projects.  Thank you for visiting the blog today.  I hope this inspires you to create a winter card for someone special using Eyelet Outlet products.  Please visit Eyelet Outlet for creative supplies and inspiration.

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Snowflake Brads
Bumpy Bling
Jewel Bling

May you find joy in creating!



Stephanie Wheatley


Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Valentine ATCs

Eyelet Outlet Bacon, Egg and Toast Brads aren't just for breakfast anymore! Combine them with cute stamps and diabolical puns to make adorable Valentine-themed Artist Trading Cards. Heart Washi and Tiny Heart Tape form the perfect seasonal background; Egg Brads, Bright Fresh Flowers and the Waffle from our Chicken and Waffles Set (the last three are on sale!) set the scene.


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thinks Valentine candy is one of the best things about February!

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Sweet & Sparkly: A Macaron-Inspired Thank You Card!

 

Who doesn't love a good macaron? Those delicate, colorful treats are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Today, I've brought that same whimsical charm to my card making with a thank you that's as sweet as it is sparkly!

First, let's talk about the star of the show: EO's macaron washi tape border. A soft strip of pastel border , adorned with tiny, perfect macarons in all their glory sets a fun and charming tone, making this card feel like a little box of confectionery happiness. It pairs perfectly with the patterned paper used for the card front.

Next up, I've added a touch of warmth and sophistication with Coffee Brads. These aren't just any brads; they evoke cozy coffee shop vibes, perfectly complementing the sweet treats. They add the perfect focal point to the design.

And because every good card needs a little sparkle, I've incorporated glitter enamels in pink, gold, and blue. These little dots of shimmer are like tiny jewels scattered across your card. The pink adds a playful pop, the gold brings a touch of elegance, and the blue offers a cool, calming contrast. 

Thanks for joining me here today and please visit the EO store for all your brads, washi tape, bling and paper flowers!


Happy Creating!

Friday, January 9, 2026

With Heartfelt Thanks

 


Hello Crafty Friends - Today I am sharing a thank you card made with Eyelet Outlet's butterfly brads, daisy brads, glitter washi tape, and glitter enamel dots.  As we put away the holiday decorations and gifts, it's time to send a handmade thank you card to loved ones who thought of us during the holidays.

I used an ink blended background and thank you die to create the base of the card.  I added a butterfly and daisy brad, then glitter washi tape and enamel dots to accent the card.

Thank you for visiting the blog today.  I hope this inspires you to create a personalized thank you note with Eyelet Outlet products.  Please visit Eyelet Outlet for creative supplies and inspiration.

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May you find joy in creating!

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Fitness Is My Passion

My favorite type of card to create is one that makes the recipient smile - or better yet, laugh out loud, so if you received a bottle of wine from a friend or family member for Christmas,  I know you'll want to send this funny little thank you note


I used Eyelet Outlet wine brads to create this fun card. Each package contains bottles of red and white wines as well as glasses of wine. The corkscrew images are from the Cricut image library. 



There's nothing better than a card that will brings a smile and this one is sure to please the recipient!








Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Forever in Your Heart

The loss of a beloved family pet truly is like no other; our four-legged friends leave their paw prints on our hearts. Here is a pet sympathy card featuring Eyelet Outlet Kennel Mix and Heart Brads, as well as Paw Print Brads and Washi Tape.


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hopes 2026 will be your most creative year yet!

Sunday, January 4, 2026

Janet's Top 5 Favorites of 2025

 It's that time of year when we take stock of the past year and look forward to the promises of the new year ahead. In that vein, I'm sharing my top 5 projects for the year. Here they are in no particular order. Click on the title to be taken to the post where are the details are located for each one.

Turn On The Music

I love the theme of this card because most of our favorite memories can be marked by songs that remind us of a special time.

Keeping It Cool For Father's Day

This one was such a fun way to say Happy Father's Day to the Dad that loves the beach. 


Hot Off The Grill - A Card Made With Love

This one uses some of EO's most popular beer and BBQ brads and washi. There's even some heart bling in here to add to the love theme.



This one just makes me laugh. Plus I love all the brads used on this one to set the table, I mean theme!




These trees are so cheerful with all the patterns of washi, along with snowflake brads. It just makes me happy!


Thanks for joining me here today and throughout the past year. As always, please visit the EO store for all your brads, washi tape, bling and paper flowers!

Happy Creating!

Friday, January 2, 2026

Let It Snow Gift Box

 

Hello Crafty Friends - Today I am sharing a gift box made with Eyelet Outlet's snowman couple brads, snowflake brads, pearl brads, jewel strip, and snowman washi tape.  Eyelet Outlet has adorable winter embellishments to add to handmade gift boxes.

I used a gift box die to create the box.  I added the snowman, pearl, and snowflake brads to the box.  On the top and bottom of the snowman washi tape, I added dark blue jewel strips for extra bling.

Handmade gift boxes add a personalized touch to gift giving.  Thank you for visiting the blog today.  I hope this inspires you to create a personalized gift box for someone special using Eyelet Outlet product.  Please visit Eyelet Outlet for creative supplies and inspiration.

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May you find joy in creating!

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Susan's Top 5 Favorites of 2025

2025 was a difficult year for me in many respects, but thanks to my faith, family, and friends, I got through it. This card rose to the top of my favorites list because it's been sort of my motto this year and because I've always loved our little pig brad! And here he is flying high in the clouds, against all odds!


I enjoyed making a number of hoosier cabinet cards last year and Eyelet Outlet products took all of them over the top! I especially loved this potting bench version featuring our daisy brads, cactus brad, and garden tool brads.


The popular Eyelet Outlet leaf brads have long been a favorite of mine and I loved using the regular size as well as the mini ones to embellish this darling water color image of children jumping into a pile of fall leaves. And the rake leaning against the tree is a real bonus!


We rolled out our  dancing hippos in 2025 and they were such fun! Pair them with a few balloon brads, and you've got a happy way to celebrate a special day!


This was a fun birthday card for my brother. The "little cooler" brads are so great! I used some of awesome wide grass washi tape and a sun and cloud brad, too.


Happy New Year, crafters! We're wishing you health, happiness and peace in 2026.