Capsule Papercrafting Selections!

[@donnajosephsonblatz5058]

I think you've really hit on something. I think a lot of us collect all the things then get overwhelmed and don't know what to pick up first. Thanks.

[@iamkomposed7162]

My composition lecturer once told me, "The greatest creativity lies within the strictest limitations." I think you're going to have so much fun working within these limitations 😊

[@pastda3]

I really like that quote. Having too much can really stifle one's creativity.

[@functionoflightone]

My stamping group and I do something like this. We call it "shopping our stash". At the beginning of each month each of us goes through her supplies and makes up a kit. This allows us to use what we already have AND limit what we use because we all discovered that, ironically having unlimited supplies actually gets in the way of creating. And I find I really like making my own kits because, unlike purchased kits, I love everything in MY kits. So yes, I think this is a great idea.

[@loriaragon2644]

I love your idea, Kristina!!! It makes total sense. I'm also in the "Collect Craft Supplies and Not Use Them" club lol! I'm definitely going to take a stab at your challenge. Thank you!

[@TheAjjupiter]

I've been doing this on a much smaller level. The last few months when I sit down to craft. I pick a few supplies, coloring medium. I must use those things to make at least 3 cards.

[@TRoth858]

I'm super excited about this challenge. Mostly because I haven't really crafted since my husband passed away. I still continued to buy products for awhile, which was OK, seeing as I can no longer afford to buy things now. Though I love watching you, Gina K, and others, but you all always have everything new, which I can't afford. That discouraged me even more. So I think seeing you use what you already have, with be exciting, encouraging, and might give me the kick in the bim that I need. Thank you so much! 🤗❤️

[@justellyntoyou]

"less choices means less time spent making choices" that why I was so excited when I saw you on instagram deciding to do this! sometimes it just takes me forever to START.

[@nataliejonathas4231]

I am so excited Kristina - I am doing this challenge alongside you because I also struggle with being overwhelmed with the quantity of supplies I have in my craft room. Thank You times a MILLION for doing this and inspiring the rest of us. I'm at the edge of my seat to see your videos for February and the beautiful cards you create with this challenge!

[@tanpteanutter6733]

This is also fantastic for people just getting started crafting, who watch people who are well into their journey and feel they need to buy everything straight up! Use what you have & have fun with trying different ways of using it ❤️

[@gaylahunt6465]

Great choices. I would probably add an embossing buddy and tweezers.

[@RosyRosie42]

Oh yeah! No anti-static powder tool?! Now I’m curious how this will work out! 🤭

[@Ebbie08]

Oh yes. This is very important. I think it’s ok to just add it in. It’s a basic essential tool selection.

[@CraftRoulette]

I usually start with much less as a basic choice, but then do not limit myself beyond that. A basic patterned paper selection, 3 or 4 stamp sets, and then all else is open to use. It is so FUNN to take bits and run with them. Enjoy your creative expression. You go, girl!

[@judyestrada1446]

Kristina- I think you will be doing lots of great project with this capsule series! I am looking forward to what you create. Have fun & expand your lovely creativity to share with us! You always do a great Job creating beautiful cards to show us! 💕

[@kristanholt6865]

I agree with many of the other comments already posted. Many of us have so many supplies that sometimes we just don’t even know where to start and I think this is a great way to find our focus again. Also, I think it shows someone coming into card making that it is possible to only have a few supplies and still be able to make beautiful cards. Looking forward to the coming month with you Kristina!!

[@Sylvia.Torres]

Fabulous challenge Kristina! ❤ I had to create a craft capsule of sorts when I travelled to see my Dad for two weeks last year. It was not easy to make the initial decisions on what to bring but it worked out great!! This year I am challenging myself to make more cards from card kit contents only vs mixing and matches (searching) for other things in my stash. Thank you so much for this playlist. 😊 I discovered it today and plan on watching all the videos in order. 👍🏼

[@barbarachmura2695]

Not only do you contain your materials but you also enhance creativity by limitation. Sometimes having too many choices is mind boggling. Good luck with the project!

[@natachapena9710]

As a new card maker trying to grow her supplies, this is so helpful. Sometimes I feel like no matter how much I buy, it’s never enough to keep up with what I see on KZbin so I don’t even want to try.

[@deborahgiles8214]

You are amazing--you are not fooling around! This is such a brilliant idea. It's definitely overwhelming to choose between so many supplies. I always enjoy when I challenge myself to make something awesome out of a couple of random things I have laying around. Amazing how it's pretty much always do-able--proving that we don't need every single thing to create something amazing. I'm so impressed with the order and structure you have imposed within just a day or so.

[@Thebookrat]

I sincerely love this idea. I don't have a lot of space to put things after I've pulled them out, but while I'm still working on them and just need to set them aside, so having something curated like this could really help me, while also encouraging me to use the things I don't tend to pull out.

[@melissasmuddle9728]

I can't wait to see what new creativity comes from this experiment! I do this with kids toys. We have 5 boxes of toys and only one is allowed out at a time. I have seen muliple positive results so I know you will do great.

[@therustyvulture]

I've done something similar before but I just picked out 7 stamp sets and did a card a day. I had to pick 7 sets that I collected and didn't use. I think in February I'm going to do the same thing but do a card/project a week and combine it with your idea of using just a few supplies. Maybe I'll break out my Dr. PH Martin watercolors that I've never used lol This is a really great idea and I'm excited to see what you come up with!

[@judithsigler9644]

WOOHOO! I LOVE THIS IDEA, Kristina! MANY of us can be SO OVERWHELMED with ALL of the wonderful supplies we own~~~and THIS FOCUS for a month is a PERFECT WAY to “really dig in AND USE what we have”!! Limiting in some areas is a terrific thought as well, be it inks, colored pencils, watercolors, images, stencils, etc~~~I LOVE IT and I’m VERY EXCITED to see what YOU do as well as TRY SOME of it myself! YAY! I’m a very “seasonal” stamper/cardmaker so THIS FORMAT seems to “fit in PERFECTLY with my style”....but in a better organized fashion! Whatever happens, I KNOW your creations will be wonderful (hope mine are, too!) and WE’LL ALL LEARN A LOT! Let’s get started Lady! Have a FABULOUS DAY w/HUGS from Madison, WI!! :-))

[@lauriemyers3]

My “problem” is that I craft several things...cards, albums, quilts, wood decor...so I’m gonna have a few capsules! Im going to focus on my quilting capsule for February. I’m doing a quilt-along with Fat Quarter Shop and my goal for February is to keep up with my blocks! I’ve also decided to pick an unfinished quilt project and to have the top DONE by March 1! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@katyglenn9271]

This is such a great idea. A great organizational tool so that you aren't searching for supplies as you're working on a card. Excited about what you're going to create.

[@lindaderksen9781]

I love this idea. I am so overwhelmed by all the supplies that I own, I feel shame and guilt for buying new things without having used the old. I wish companies would slow down their releases - in the "old" days we looked forward to a release a few times a year, and spent weeks thinking and pondering which stamps we would purchase, and what to do with them. Can't wait for more of this series!

[@stefaniestaniak4329]

I have no doubt that this month is going to be a real treat. I can wait to see your capsule creations. I think this is a fabulous idea. Stretching our imaginations is always a good thing. Have fun.

[@rebeccafiveash4335]

This is the best idea ever! It's like minimalist holiday packing...so looking forward to what you create for February.

[@cindyann111]

I've been doing something similar recently: I choose a theme for the month (Ex: January was winter / snow) and put all those stamp sets, embossing folders, stencils, etc. into a box and I choose from those for my cards. I love your idea of also choosing seldom used products such as color mediums, embellishments, and tools. THANKS for encouraging us to USE what we HAVE and be grateful for those things we've been blessed with. You are a great inspiration!

[@krenkurts5054]

I would love to know what themes you chose for each month. Interesting.

[@bonnieking2308]

I love your comment about getting to know your supplies. I jumped into card making about a year and a half ago. I've spent lots of time collecting all the things - stamps, dies, inks, paints, tools - in all the colors. And when I go to make a card I get stressed out because I am overwhelmed with ideas and techniques and I don't really "know" my supplies. This is an awesome idea - spend a few weeks just using a limited number of things - and get really comfortable with them. Great inspirations!!

[@teresadoyle1396]

A fun way to minimalist the overwhelm we so often feel with so much product around us in our craft rooms.

[@kisserravnsrensen369]

Isn’t it fun to see what you chose. There are many things I could live without (not into colouring and some other things) but have to have my die cutting mashine and some dies. 😉😉

[@suetownsend1932]

Very interesting concept, Kristina. My cardmaking style has been slowly evolving to a similar process. I have been doing something like capsuling with my holiday cards, pulling a selection of stamps, dies and accessories, and putting them in an open box for the current holiday. Although I started out making multiples of the same card, which was becoming boring, I soon started to create variations. The result was that the experience was probably more creative, relaxing and fun than if I had not pulled a starter "capsule" of supplies. Thank you for giving us a springboard from which to start jumping! :)

[@maureenlee6526]

I love this idea! Sometimes I get overwhelmed with too many choices on where to start so your idea of limiting supplies is a great challenge. It would be hard to select only 24 pencils or inks, but then again, colors can be layered to get new colors, so you may find you have a gazillion colors from which to choose. I’m looking forward to the next steps on this month’s journey!

[@lindaokeefe5505]

WOW! What a concept! A breath of fresh air and hope as I am drowning in supplies, crushing my creative juices. Like packing a carry-on suitcase - you make wiser choices!!

[@TheKlh54]

Oh I'm going to do this! I don't have one thing that you have... Inks stamps and stencils. But i do have lots to choose from. You're genius Kristina! Can't wait to see what you create😊

[@npknscrb]

I always appreciate your minimal supplies videos and this capsule idea fits in with that idea. Looking forward to what your creative mind comes up with when the supplies are limited not just for one card but for an entire month or however long you keep up with this.

[@lynnlenart9785]

This is so helpful. Just starting out in paper crafting and I don’t want to over buy supplies and tools. This is a great way to just build up in the basics. Thank you!

[@DebadooCreates]

This is a really great idea. I think if you allow us all of us should download your list and keep it on hand when we have brand new stampers. The videos will be a tremendous resource in showing how to use only a few items for the greatest impact. Not only will it help us that have been stamping a long time to Get Back to Basics and get those creative juices flowing, but a great way to help brand new stampers know what to buy and how to do it without a huge budget. I think you've hit on a gold mine girl!! I do think I'd had to pop a couple of bottles of Nuvo drops definitely the morning dew that goes on clear

[@DeborahAdamsCreativeLife]

Great collection for starting out for Feb. I think this gonna fun as well as giving many people the idea of pulling only what you need for that certain project or projects for the month. I like the many stamps, stencils and inks you pulled for your projects, I can't wait to see them. Thanks for sharing.

[@StrawBearie]

A capsule like this is also great for taking your hobby on vacation. I feel like it's really freeing only being able to use what I packed up for vacation. I challenge myself to do similar at home but never a whole month like you. I like your choices for tools and stamps. Great ideas!

[@tammychernow4129]

Love love love the idea! So excited to see your creations. Sometimes I feel like an inflated balloon that someone untied the string on! All over the place! 😂

[@maxinemann2490]

This is a very timely post. I decided to follow your suggestion for capsule crafting because I'm re-doing my room. I've been very slow in getting started because I want to craft even thru the disassembling of the room. This is perfect! I sat this AM and put all my stuff together for this challenge. Now I'm excited to do my room.

[@andie.c.762]

Very inspiring, especially to people that are just starting out with crafting, it will be good for them to see they don't need a room full of products to make beautiful things :) Well done, loving it xXx

[@datasciyinfo5133]

Hi Kristina, I discovered this video 2 years late, in March 2022. I am going through a "minimalist card making" and "capsule crafting" phase now. I was also thinking of creating a blog series for a brand new card maker with a very limited budget and space. Your blog series on capsule crafting are excellent! Thank you for your lovely design ideas. I went to Michael's store this week and the paper crafting section was thoroughly picked clean. I asked the store cashier if the store was discontinuing the category, and was told they are not but they can't get any replacement supplies! So the minimal supply series will also be helpful after 2 years of Covid, when stores are running out of inventory. Happy crafting. Jennifer Y.

[@kathryneddy5172]

This is going to be GREAT!! I am so often overwhelmed when I go to my craft room because I have too many choices. It's so easy to sit, purchase pretty things, catalogue them and never use them. I am committed to buying less and using more of what I already have.

[@cheriew1428]

This is a fantastic idea. Like many card makers I've collected so much product that I'm overwhelmed with what to start with next. This simplifies the process and will help both challenge and focus me. Lol maybe I'll be more productive and less of a consumer. Thank you so much for all your videos!

[@Dotalina33]

I love new ideas to challenge ourselves. Many have expressed that they bought products believing they were going to get to using them but never did. (Probably because the next new product came out!). I am there too! I think what I’ll do is pick a type of product and develop that over the month. I’ll choose limited colors and inks and stick to them. I have tons of birthdays every month and cards for our church that have to be produced so I may have to fluctuate some. But I think you have a marvelous plan that I can work with too. I’m excited to see your ideas come to life.

[@071619571]

Love the idea of pulling supplies that I do not often use.

[@esba1969]

Love the idea of a kind of a kit to work with during a month and than swap some items, inspiring

[@annes.9963]

Capsule crafting is brilliant! I do some paper crafting but I am mostly a quilter. So why not capsule quilting! I am super stoked! Your videos just showed up in my feed. So happy I came across your channel!

[@GraciellieDesign]

Great idea, and also great for rotating supplies and using everything! TFS

[@dianacathan1038]

You're lucky to at least have a dedicated room and lots of cupboards for storage space. Some of us end up crafting on the kitchen table with supplies all over the house. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this concept. I have done something similar on occasion by having the things I use ALL the time all together, then choosing certain other products and seeing how many ways I can use the limited selection. I think it does spark your creativity! So, good luck!

[@sonjadalglish6544]

What a great idea! I love it. If only I’d had this idea at the beginning of my card making, I’d not be faced with the storage problem I now have. Great idea, Kristina. I think you’re gonna love using these selections this month. Thanks for sharing with all of us.

[@ARTYCOATY]

It is an amazing work. Thanks for sharing. It is wonderful. I will continue to support you. 🎨✨✨✨

[@sewmuchglitter]

What a great way to get the most out of your collection! Decisions always bog me down too. Can't wait to see what you create first.

[@laurieparente3425]

Over the summer I also found myself with the quandary of too many choices affecting my crafting experience. I noticed that I started falling into a rut; so I would choose one stamp set or die to create with. I tried to make 10-12 different cards. My rule was I could grab what I wanted to go with it but I had to make that item the star of the show and yes it helped. I really like your challenge it takes it a step further. I hope you continue this as a series.

[@Lfc23911]

I was going to start blind picking a stamp set each week that I had to make a couple of cards with because like everyone else here I forget about so much of my stash! I really like this idea of a capsule that you change up each month. Such a good idea when we're all trying to be less wasteful! TFS xxx

[@LisaTilsonMyCardTrip]

I'm really looking forward to seeing how this works during February Kristina. I think you have some great selections there - especially good to see an older stamp set in there (PS Botanicals 3) which I also love! I think I will give this capsule thing a go - just need to get my craft room set up (we just moved house) hopefully by the end of the month. I think its a fab way of condensing thoughts and using supplies, especially repeat using of supplies. So often we use something once and put it away but this will really stretch the creative muscles. Thanks for sharing with us, Lisa

[@tinamiller8062]

I learned with that stamp shammie that I hand wash them with laundry detergent and it gets the shammie pretty clean. I really like this idea because I have a TON of stuff that needs to be used. Thank you!

[@Lfc23911]

I put my stamp shammy in the washing machine and not much happened but maybe hand washing is the answer! Don't know why I didn't think of this - thanks!!

[@karaokelola]

Maybe even the dishwasher?

[@TiredJaded]

I love this so much!! I clicked the notification button which is pretty huge for me, I have notifications turned off of everything everywhere! This is literally the only notification I have now lol. I haven't made a card in 3 years mainly because my space is a mess but also because I have been focusing on other things in my life. I have been working on decluttering my house and my mind keeps going back to my crafting supplies. I am definitely more creative when I have less options and yet I always feel like I need more stuff so I can make the next card/page/project. I can't wait to see how you use your selections and I will be using your list to help me declutter my own supplies. I hope this catches on and we see other crafters on youtube trying the capsule paper crafting challenge.

[@arlenedonald8688]

I look forward to seeing how this turns out! I like this whole idea for when I go away for a weekend of stamping with friends because I always take a trunk full of supplies and maybe use 1/8 of the stuff.

[@mrscms831]

Yes, just like packing our clothes for that same weekend. We always overpack because we are SURE we will need something, but dont. Same concept I think.

[@crystal13l]

Yes! I can totally relate to the overpacking AND that one or two pieces that you wear over and over.

[@esctostampin]

Yay! Looking forward to see the 'capsule' projects!!

[@fionawhitehead8240]

How brilliant is this idea now we are all on lock down, especially here in the UK. I'm thinking of doing this so I can craft out in the garden and limit myself! Great idea

[@judyhartmann3071]

This is a great idea! I think it would help me organize my craft room better and use up items I’ve had for a while! Can’t wait to see your first capsule crafting card!

[@paulapenninella7343]

I tried to get into your head with my choices of stamps. I think I did similar enough to your choices that the inspiration is not wasted. I may need to buy a stencil or two since I have only recently been inspired by a few fantastic florals and backgrounds. Let the creativity begin😍

[@kittymauger7041]

I am so glad to see you doing this and am excited to see what you create! There are so many fabulous products out there, but I am limited to what I can purchase. I appreciate this as I think it will be encouraging to see what can be done with fewer products. Thank you!

[@kathybalch]

kitty mauger It’s overwhelming when you have too much stuff. Just stick with your basics & keep your creativity and your money!

[@kathybalch]

But mostly your creativity!

[@pennyklie7530]

I think this idea is fantastic... I did a mini version and pulled things to work on for Valentine's Day Cards... got 4 cards done today when I usually spend so much time trying to decide what to use that I accomplish very little. Thanks Kristina... love your choices and looking forward to the cards you will make.

[@inktinkerer7264]

Whoop! Whoop! So excited to see how this evolves. Thanks for sharing with all of us who have the exact same "problem". Love your videos!

[@n3rdygrl]

I can't wait to see how this works out and to see how far you can push the boundries with the supplies you've chosen!

[@Cards4Cancer]

I am loving your selection. You have amazing talent and can complete a masterpiece with just a watercolor palette and paper, so I am truly excited to see what you come out with.

[@anaraposo0857]

Love your idea and can’t wait until you start. I think we’re all excited for what you are doing. Thank you.

[@kditty1023]

You forgot your envelope punch board!!! I love it when you do handcrafted envelopes, it adds such a personal touch to cards.

[@calligraphycardsshazinoz]

Yes, this sounds good, I may try it in shorter bursts, ie not whole month, and add the option to swap out a stamp or stencil set for another if something unexpected crops up! Thank you for sharing. Appreciate it greatly xx 🙏🏻🤗❤️

[@beverlystotz5652]

This is exciting! I'm looking forward to following the journey. I am often overwhelmed by my stash and when I look for something, find I don't even have what I want. Gah!! Now that I have found my "style" as it is, I see a need to purge those things that don't fit me anymore. Here's a funny thing - the ad that preceded this video was for a bidet. I don't recall EVER searching for anything related to this. I could hear Gina K's words in my head about what ads appear over my laughing out loud!

[@1156Treecat]

I am so on board with this! Will be getting my box of supplies together tomorrow. Can’t wait to get started....looking forward to trying out this new Capsule idea. I have sooo much “stuff” that it makes me anxious when I look at all of it. I need to learn to work with less!!! Thanks for doing this series! ♥️

[@alyssakobylinsky5485]

I am trying to downsize my craft space and love this minimal approach. There are stamp sets that I bought months ago and have not used a single time. What a great challenge :) The Frugal Crafter did a video a while back that geared in the same direction of being more minimal, intentional and working with what we have. This is great to apply in multiple aspects, not just crafting.

[@elizabethroberts9065]

I can't wait to see what you do in February with these supplies.

[@SusanROpel]

Peony Bouquet gives me LIFE! This was super interesting!

[@kristinelouisag]

So excited about this! I’m traveling to take care of grandkids and will have time to create while they are in school. Your capsule list is a great list of supplies to bring and work with. I would have had a heck of a time trying to decide what supplies to bring, but your capsule list has solved that problem! Thanks!

[@margaretklitch2541]

Love this idea of planning ahead for the month and selecting tools and supplies to use. Hopefully it will prevent me from running back and forth to my craft room looking for supplies and making a mess in the process.

[@clairebarrette7023]

This is great and sounds like fun and will help with the guess work of what to do and what to use, hence more crafting time. Thank you Kristina

[@CiaraTDesigns]

Great idea Kristina, I cannot wait to see what you make!!

[@krystinsawyer]

I absolutely ADORE this idea of capsule crafting. I’m not on a spending freeze, but I am setting a goal to use what I have, and a curated capsule collection like this is a fantastic place to start!

[@anncaldwell3999]

I commented yesterday about borrowing your idea to tackle the photos from my daughter's wedding (I'm a scrapbooker). Today I started to put together my kit, it differs from yours as i have 12x12 papers and card and will be using the colour palette she chose for her wedding. I have more image stamps and some alpha dies and stamps for titles along with an old set of journalling stamps I haven't used in ages. ,. I have got most of my kit so far into a 12x12 box with a tray to store any embellishments, only my Big Shot does not fit! Looking forward to getting started with less choice so not so much time wasted.

[@sally-3830]

Whatever works for you & keeps you stress free is always a good method. The method to my madness is different but serves the same purpose. Good Luck👍🏼

[@anne-mettelarsen7659]

I can hardly wait for this series!!!!! SO excited 🥰🥰🥰

[@babsrnurse]

Oh goodness, great choices. The no dies would be super hard I think for me. Can’t wait to watch.

[@lainemurphy116]

I’d love to see a demonstration of how you make your color charts as you mix your watercolors. I’ve seen about a dozen different artists do them, and they all do it a little differently. It’s nice to learn how others mix colors.

[@SoulfulXprssion]

What a wonderful idea Kristina I so enjoy watching you and your 🐈 IS SO BEAUTIFUL-- I am going to do this - it really helps with monthly organization but also focus... I would like to see how you incorporate basic card making in additional themed month Anyway Hugs

[@Squabetty]

I LOVE this challenge!! (Even if I did decide to buy the Simon says stamp large greeting set). I do spend way too much time deliberating about choices so limiting things it’s a brilliant and timely suggestion. I think choice avoidance is also how I end up spending more time organizing my stash than I do using it LOL! You totally rock Christina and I am so excited for 2020!

[@rosemaryfidler4061]

Can't wait to see what you produce. I think you have a lovely selection of goodies to work with.

[@faeriegarden]

Ohhh ... I am just so in awe with your idea!!! I am doing it as soon as I am done my brother's book. Genius!!

[@quirkycat2489]

Looking forward to seeing the results. I often think of doing this, but never get around to it. I have come to the conclusion that buying craft toys and actually using them are two different hobbies.

[@deannaberman908]

So looking forward to your first Capsule video!!!!! Absolutely loved your craft room makeover...was so inspiring, I worked mine over!

[@annalisayoung]

This is fantastic. I especially appreciate it because I don't have a die cut machine, so this is perfect for the supplies I have.

[@sandravandewater1998]

I love the items you choose for your capsule. I'm a beginner, And I have a similar selection. Looking forward to see what you make. Coming up with ideas is the hardest part for me.

[@christineh1988]

Love your word for the year. I love connecting with my favourite card making gurus! I find Instagram specially good for that. It's lovely when you are "just a novice" and one of the popular instagram/youtube crafters actually reply. Makes my day! So thanks so much for deciding to be more intentional about connection. This is a great community and I love how (on the most part) people are friendly and encouraging. I really enjoy your videos. You are so relatable and real. THanks for all you do in sharing your skills and talents. You inspire me!

[@lisak2575]

So glad you showed what you selected. I am so looking forward to seeing your creations from the small collection.

[@barbaralassiter259]

This looks like fun and I'm excited to see how you use these and think it's a great challenge. My crafting friends and I still laugh over what another crafting friend said about her collection. Her comment was ......"You mean I'm supposed to use all this, too!"

[@terrie1226]

You did a fantastic job by picking out all of your supplies for the month of February.......

[@debclark6026]

Thank you for this idea! My husband and I will be taking an RV trip this year and this will help me choose what supplies I will take with me. ❤️