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Do you tend to wait until the last minute to make handmade gifts? (and then end up buying gift cards instead because you run out of time? 😂)
Our thoughts on the meaning of "unspeakable gift"
Well we have lots of great ideas for you today, for simple, easy and fast handmade Christmas gifts!
You'll Also Find Out:
The shocking response Melissa received when she tried to give a friend a gift
The one word you should never forget when talking to your self (and others)
The fun and practical Christmas journal Michelle wants to make this year
Which of her tools Melissa had to lay to rest and why 😭
Why Melissa can't talk (we don't actually answer this question it's more of an observation)
What tool Kathleen buys by the bagful!
The craft supply that Melissa refuses to use
What Michelle's new stencil obsession is
Plus Kathleen's Trio of Tips (plus one) that have Melissa and Michelle ooohing and ahhing!
And of course more Art Supply Talk and Fun Finds!
Want to be a part of the show? Leave us a voicemail here!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/025
Where to find us online:
Melissa Ohlson
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Michelle
Instagram Youtube
Kathleen
Instagram
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Have you ever felt unloved? Or maybe unworthy of love? Have you wished you could have a closer walk with the Lord?
Why Melissa had to stop herself from crying during the podcast
You'll want to hear this conversation about the wonders of God's love and how to change not only how you feel about yourself, but how you walk in the world and how you feel about others.
You'll Also Find Out:
Our favorite ways to stay saturated in God's love with art journaling
Which part of the Lord's Prayer Kathleen has wanted to skip in the past and why
Melissa's weird theory about universe vibrations and the devil
The official food of Pink Paper Peppermints
Michelle's favorite tool that writes over paint
The art tool Melissa can't figure out how to work
The two tools Kathleen recommends that are paper crafting game-changersPlus Art Supply Talk and Fun Finds!
Want to be a part of the show? Leave us a voicemail here!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/024
Where to find us online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Michelle
Instagram Youtube
Kathleen
Instagram
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What does comfort and joy really mean?
What an "ambulance t-shirt" isWhat art book we've been working through togetherSome of our favorite art journaling supplies from the bookThe distress ink "hack" Melissa has been loving Her secret weapon for dried out baby wipesMichelle's favorite pen setKathleen's clever printable organization systemHow to tell if you have "Craft Room Gravity" issues
"Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word."
-2 Thess. 2:16-17
Vine's Expository dictionary says that the Greek word for "comfort" here, "paraklēsis", "combines encouragement with alleviation of grief."
In this special Christmas-in-July episode, we're revealing our hearts about what comfort and joy means to us.
You'll also find out:
Plus we're sharing lots of fun and creative ideas for spreading comfort and joy to those around you including strangers, first responders and family members.
As always we have fantastic new Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/023
Where to find us online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Michelle
Instagram Youtube
Kathleen
Instagram
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Melissa is back for a special edition series of the podcast! We’re celebrating Christmas in July at Pink Paper Peppermints so we’ll be discussing all things Christmas in the next few episodes.
Today Melissa is introducing you to her guest co-hosts Michelle and Kathleen. They have stories of 80’s & 90’s fashion, spider trauma and FBI surveillance vans!
Plus Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/022
Where to find us online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Michelle
Instagram Youtube
Kathleen
Instagram
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We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects. Enjoy this encore of Episode # 018 where we discuss tips and tricks for sewing on paper!
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Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start? Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas?
We've got it all for you today including:
-Our favorite sewing machines and threads
-A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing)
-A warning about a particular kind of thread
-The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine
-Jess's amazing tips for helping slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine
-Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper
We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues. You don't want to miss it!
Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects. Enjoy this encore of Episode # 006 where we discuss how we met and became friends!
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Are you feeling frustrated with your work, feeling unable to make anything pretty or just feeling stuck creatively? It's not unusual, it's all a part of the process of creating.In this week's episode Melissa shares the story of not only one of her worst creative blocks, but how it led to her friendship with Lauri and Jessica! (Romans 8:28)
We've also got tips for you, the tools we use to get out of creative block an a brand new challenge!
Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/006
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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In this episode we are sharing tips and ideas on art journals and prayer journals including:
-What art journaling/prayer journaling means to us-How to start an art journal
-Lots of Ideas for pre-made art journals and diy versions
-A fantastic tip for how to get an expensive journal for 50% off
-An art supply that Melissa hoarded as a child (and still does!)
-Michelle's terrific art find that replaces Melissa's favorite paint (that was discontinued)
-The new business Lauri wants to start 😂
-A 99 cent sale on one of our favorite inspirations!
Plus we learn about our guest host Michelle's unique ministry, Lauri has fun correcting our pronunciations again, and we have tips for quieting your mind at bedtime!
Find all the links we mentioned on the show in the show notes here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/021
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Special Guest Host:
Michelle Chitty
Instagram
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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We are sharing our favorite stitching tips, tools and ideas with you today including:
-Our favorite fabrics to use for slow stitching
-An amazing story about a particular type of needle
-The gorgeous hand-dyed thread Jess just bought
-A trick for making your thread glide through the fabric
-A necessary tool to protect your fingers
-The amazing technique Jess discovered by accident!
-Our favorite embroidery stitches for slow stitching
Plus a discussion about Melissa's possible old age and the dreaded Closest of Shame!
We also have some fantastic fun finds, a new challenge winner and a new Word of the Week!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/020
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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If you love fabric embellishments or you've always wanted to make some, you will love today's show! We're sharing our best tips, techniques and ideas for fabric embellishments including:
-Some unusual fabrics that make great embellishments
-The 90's scrapbook embellishment that isn't really fabric but still fun
-A YouTube sensation that Lauri just discovered
-The tutorial that is still one of Melissa's most popular blog posts
-A game changing tip for previewing the part of the fabric design you want to use in your project without cutting your fabric!
-The fabric embellishment that Jess and Melissa can't do a page without
-How to make your own fabric paper from the tiniest scraps
-Lauri's amazing Quiet Time tip!
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-Melissa's confession about a product she owns (and turns out Jess has the same confession!)
-A fabric yo-yo story from Melissa' childhood, a Hobby Lobby triumph and her lack of any concept of time.
We're also introducing a new twist on the Inspiration Journal challenge and we've got some interesting Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/019
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start? Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas?
We've got it all for you today including:
-Our favorite sewing machines and threads
-A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing)
-A warning about a particular kind of thread
-The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine
-Jess's amazing tips for helping slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine
-Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper
We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues. You don't want to miss it!
Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Do you find Collage Art Dolls creepy or cute? Do you use your iron for clothes or crafts? Do you know what Mississippi Slap Collage is??
These are some of the questions we're mulling over today plus lots of tips and ideas for using fabric in your journals and collage including:
-Sew and No-Sew methods
-Using beeswax with fabric
-Our favorite adhesives to use with fabric (with a warning)
-Melissa's secret to using even the tiniest scraps of fabrics
-Sources for low cost or even free fabric!
-A cheap and easy trick for getting a quilted look in your fabric collage
-And lots more!
We're also discussing Lauri's laundry issues, a new hashtag and the embarrassing comment Melissa's youngest son said the first time he saw an ironing board!
Plus we have a new challenge, a new prize winner announcement and some fantastic Fun Finds for you!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/017
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Have you been bitten by the Gel Plate bug? We have and have so many tips and ideas to share with you today!
Including:
-How to gel print without a gel plate!
-Our favorite plates & tools
-How to ruin a gel plate?!
-Jess's tip for using packing tape without the shine! (so good)
-Melissa's tip for keeping your stamps clean while you're working
-Pan Pastels on the gel plate
-A new tool that sounds amazing
-A crazy idea that Jess is going to try!
-A new product idea we wish someone would invent
And more!
Plus 3 new Fun Finds and a new Prize Winner!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/016
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Jessica and Melissa have fallen in love with Beeswax (we're not sure about Lauri yet). Listen as we share our experiences using it and our best ideas, tips, tools and techniques for creating collage with Beeswax.
You'll learn some fun and easy methods to experiment with, some tricks for trying it out without buying a lot of supplies and some important tips on safety.
We've also got some really exciting fun finds this week and a new prize winner!
Find all the links we talk about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/015
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Whether you are new to collage or an experienced pro you'll love all the tips, techniques and ideas we're talking about today!
* A fun typewriter trick,
* How to do matte medium image transfers (with a game-changing tip!)
* Two ways to create your own collage images!
* Tips on organizing all those tiny pieces
* A very unusual substrate
We're addressing Lauri's phobia of creepy people, and chatting about my brand new collage product line that debuts today!
We also have some great Fun Finds of the week for you, a new challenge and a new prize winner!
Find all the links we talked about and more in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/014
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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Do you love the idea of mark-making in your art journal, but feel stumped when it comes to what marks to make? Today we have dozens of ideas for you including techniques, tools and of course art supplies!
Melissa shares a fun discovery of a new twist on an old product that has the three of us really excited!
Jessica and Melissa are having smelling issues (it's a long story) and we are discussing some amazing pieces of evidence related to God's own mark-making here on earth!
We also have sensational fun finds to share, a new challenge and a new prize winner!
Find all the links we talked about and more in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/013
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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What's the difference between Gouache and Acrylic paint? How do you know which brand of gesso to choose? How do you create a watercolor background?
We're answering these questions and more today as we start a brand new series on Mixed Media.
We're sharing our favorite tips, tools, ideas and techniques for creating painted backgrounds in your faith art journal.
Don't miss the must-have art supply discussion including the tool that all three of us recently purchased that has become our new favorite!
Melissa also lets slip a little tidbit of information on a new product line coming soon and there's an uninvited guest! (a thunderstorm!)
Find all the links we talked about and more in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/012
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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We're talking all things die cutting today including our favorite machines, supplies like adhesives and papers (find out the most unusual thing we've cut in our machines) plus tips and tricks we've learned and some fun techniques that you might not have tried.
Plus a PSA from Melissa about certain manufacturers that may be controversial.
Find all the links we talked about and more in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/011
Where to find our hosts online:
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
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In today’s show we’re sharing the best printers, inks and papers for printing beautiful printables for your art journals and junk journals!
We’ve got some great printing tips, tricks and hacks for you, plus our favorite printing related apps, one of which is just plain magical!
Melissa is announcing a new shop!! Plus we're sharing our Fun Finds of the week (Melissa’s requires tissues!)Leave your questions and comments for us on the blog and we might share them during an upcoming Happy Mail segment!
Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/010
Where to find our hosts online:
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
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What does "Horton Hears a Who", have to do with Bible Journaling? You'll have to tune in to find out!
We're talking about infusing the Word of God into your art journal pages and we've got so many tips, tricks and ideas for you!
Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/009
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
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If you've ever wondered if writing in your Bible is ok, or you've had someone make a comment letting you know it wasn't, then you'll want to tune in to this episode. We're sharing our hearts about this controversial subject and it goes to an unexpected and somewhat deep place.
We're also talking about hand lettering, whether you would like to letter in your Bible or in your art journal, we've got some tips for you plus our favorite lettering tools and sites!
We've got a brand new challenge for your inspiration journal too!
Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/008
Where to find our hosts online:
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
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