LIVE | Christmas Crafting in July | Flip Flap Envelope Album

[@lynclifton3285]

I am watching on Sunday morning - it is only 0717 - I know I shall enjoy this - love making mini albums :-)

[@MetalScrappinChick]

I'm watching this almost two years later. I always love a good envelope album tutorial. I have tons of christmas page kits that this project would be perfect for. But my "can't live without" craft product would probably be any kind of adhesive backed gems. I practically go overboard blinging out my projects lol 😂

[@sarao982]

Watching this on catch up - loving this album Helen. Have made this style following a previous tutorial but will never get fed up of seeing you creating. Am addicted to your Simply Made Craft products and when you have a new collection, it's absolutely lethal for my bank balance !! I also love Made to Surprise and papers - tend to buy 2 pads if I particularly like the range - one to use and one to save!! Papercrafting is definitely not a cheap hobby but is so much fun. This is an amazing tutorial. Thank you so much Helen.

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Thanks Sara - I also buy two pads if I love the designs!

[@lynclifton3285]

lots of rain this sunday morning - as been mostly just listening while gathering and sorting bits n pieces so I shall definitely sit and watch this properly - yes - I heard the children playing noises.

[@HelenGriffinUK]

We have thunder forecast later on

[@sarahwalters239]

Another great video. I’m addicted to buying card blanks and envelopes! Also 12x12 pads/kits are another vice. I just can’t say no! X

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Same for me!

[@sueowen4610]

I have a big shot plus (I'm only 5 ft) I find it easier than big shot to use (have two of these)I also have big shot pro which we use in our quilting studio to cut fabric,fabulous xx

[@teresatrump8366]

Hi from the replay. Gorgeous card. Oh wow, love all the flip and pockets. Lovely. I'm in Idaho in the U.S.A. just made the caravan in mirror card yesterday so it would look like the old metal Airstream ones. 12x12 papers with matching elements and Distress Oxides. Favorite papers are Craft Consortium and Graphic 45.

[@HelenGriffinUK]

That sounds fantastic! Are you part of the Papercrafting with Helen Griffin group on FB? We'd love to see it :)

[@teresatrump8366]

@@HelenGriffinUK Yes. I'm giving to my brother today and didn't want him to see on Facebook first. I cut the windows all the way through on both sides, lined with heat resistant acetate and glued two frames on each window for dimension. That way he can put battery operated tea lights in. Right now it will be gifted with smoked cheese and crackers in it. I'll post as soon as I've given to him. Not sure when he's traveling through. They came from 3 hours away for the birth of a grandchild.

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Congratulations! Smoked cheese and crackers are Mr's G favourite :)

[@NancyLynn]

What a great idea Teresa, emulating an Airstream...I too would love to see some photos.

[@sarahlouisetallack6318]

I would really love a guide on how to decorate albums, with embellishments, how to journal succinctly, how to cover up paper ... Thank you so much for these, Helen x

[@teresatrump8366]

Love you new PCS box!

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Thank you!

[@sheilayoung6552]

I’m watching the replay. Have you shown the pages on the finished album on any other video. I need inspiration of what to do on all the pages as I am new at this.

[@lindadexter2908]

love it, was watching replay and when you grabbed the circle punch I was yelling NOT YET lol

[@HelenGriffinUK]

I'm glad I put the punch down!

[@lorraineharp1571]

another great project. In answer to your question re what you can't not live with - it's glue. The weather in Malaysia does not like glue. So I use Beacon glue which costs me 98 ringitts ( about 16 pounds for the small bottle). Expensive but worth it.

[@angiejones8733]

Hi, thank you for answering my question about the mini album in campervan. Very helpful. Now to order the dies and get making.

[@deborahackerman7418]

Hi Helen. I'm watching on replay. I'm watching from Horsham, Pennsylvania, a Philadephia suburb. I love the mini albums, especially ones that don't use dies, since I still don't have a machine. Such great ideas with readily available supplies. Thank you.

[@lynclifton3285]

ohh loving the fun look of it just from your showing it - its like an everlasting album - this tutorial is going to be lots of fun!

[@Charismeansgrace]

hi watching the play back here in Missouri I love paper and dies watching you use the stars it makes me want to have it I have three big shots psychic I Tim Holtz on the big Gemini the original cricket scan n cut pazzle. why i have all these i don't know I am going to donate some of them to our local art feeds

[@TheEthaxton]

I just ordered that die set! So pleased and shipping is very reasonable! I am enjoying your tutorial.

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Ooo just read this after replying to other comment - hoping it arrives quickly :)

[@TheEthaxton]

Do you sell your dies to the US? Your dies are beautiful!

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Thank you Erica - Yes, Craft Stash ship the US, you can find the shipping info on the Craft Stash website

[@paulasanpietro2613]

Paula Sanpietro, listening this eve. Canonsburg Pa., 30 miss south of Pgh." Ready to create 4 Christmas!!

[@brendawalsh5834]

Just found this album and have tried 3 times and keep getting last double envelope on wrong however still kinda works I know I’m a year late for this one. Do have quite a few of your die sets

[@jackymcdonald1556]

Excellent video this has been a real treat for me, I had knee replacement surgery on Monday and come home Thursday so to find this video was a real uplifted thank you so much I have really enjoyed it xxx

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Thank you Jacky :) I'm hoping your recovery is straightforward and you manage to get some crafty projects done in the meantime x

[@ellaconner9452]

Very pretty. TFS

[@elund323]

If a photo is put on one of the pull outs, won’t it get scratched? ( being pulled out n pushed back in?) Or will photo placed there, be fine?

[@lynclifton3285]

I found the EK punches - and added the med 1" circle to my 'to remember' amazon wish list

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Oh dear, you made me look and I've added quite a few to my wish list!!

[@lynclifton3285]

@@HelenGriffinUK - sorry - I only went looking as every time I see you using your 1" punch, I am thinking it is a good idea - and when you mentioned the name to look under for it, I looked right away and found it!!

[@lizhavercost1729]

Hello from Canada.Im watching on replay

[@mazzholmes2086]

You always make such great albums, Helen. Love this Christmas version. I use Snap Click Supply all the time. If you remember it was me who told you about them. Could you please advise me on the printer paper? I have an Epson colour printer and I have previously purchased that particular paper you’re using. I set my printer to Epson matt and the print out was washed out. Could you please tell me what you set your printer to? Thank you 😊

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Yes! Thank you! That site is fabulous! I have the Epson EcoTank 7700 and use the manufacture's ink. The colours really pop when you use Epson Matte Heavyweight Inkjet Paper... www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000051RQS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 These papers have a special coating for the ink to sit on and brings out all the colours from the ink. I'm not sure which printer you have, but I have used this paper both with a normal Epson Printer (cartridge) and the Epson Ecotank, so I'm pretty confident you will get vibrant results (esp if you are using Epson inks too) :)

[@teresatrump8366]

I have a Big Shot Plus that I use all the time, an old Cricut and Vagabond that I don't use.

[@sallygreiner5724]

I am new to scrapbooking. I really need help on printing photos, resizing, and printers.

[@veraduffie9224]

I have Big Shot, 3 mini's, Gemini jr. , Vagabond. Scan and Cut.

[@anne-mareedriver5459]

What paper weight do use to print digital kits and do you print and resize them

[@HelenGriffinUK]

Hi Anne-Marie, I use 200gsm or 250gsm paper to print on. I tend to leave them at original size and print onto A4, so I just lose a 4" section. I like to resize the elements though

[@Handtotheheart]

I have different circle punches EK and hobby craft have a limited amount

[@lynclifton3285]

I have a Big Shot and a Big Shot Plus - but thinking i probably need a mini machine for those times when I have a painful shoulder muscle - ohh you just showing it again - just as typing this - thank you for saying hello - that did give me a smile. :-)

[@HelenGriffinUK]

The minute I picked it up I remembered you asked about it!

[@lynclifton3285]

@@HelenGriffinUK - thank you

[@carolgasson558]

I love making albums but end up with a draw full as I don’t have a big family to give them to

[@teresatrump8366]

Maybe you can find a non-profit organization to gift to, or a serviceman, or sell online.

[@lynclifton3285]

2nd viewing now - at 0938, I have had a snack with FF crumpet & Jam, a hot water drink - and broken into a new bag of jelly-tots - I have been good and not had any for a few days!!

[@marykbennett8158]

Go for the big shot pro

[@1laurie-1950]

Laurie from Kamloops b.c

[@cherylsawyer1087]

Hi from tx

[@jweesner0301]

Dies!