Mass Making - Long Flap Envelope - Tutorial - Wk 22

[@lindahurlock-sewoneofakind6155]

Hi Tina, I loved your story about the little tree. I definitely think you did the right thing. It brought tears to my eyes as well. We have a tradition, if you want to call it that. It’s not quite the same thing but it makes you feel good just the same. I live on a large lake in Pennsylvania in the US and it is somewhat of a vacation area. We paint small rocks and put the Facebook page name on the back of it and leave them anywhere around town. When you find one, you can keep it and it is suggested that you paint one then leave it somewhere. But you don’t have to, you can just keep it or “re hide” it and not leave another rock. But it is fun to go on Facebook and see the rock that you have painted and who found it, as people post a picture of them with the rock. It is really fun and the rocks end up all over the US as people who vacation here take them home. I happened to find a rock that was snoopy painted as a US Marine. My son is a US Marine and was in Afghanistan and now suffers from PTSD and I think I was meant to find that rock just as you and your son and you were meant to find the little tree. Ok, I’m filling up again. As you say, enough “waffling”. But it is fun. These pockets are really cute. Have a very Happy Christmas!!

[@donnasmith9042]

I would like to Thank your Son for his service and keeping us safe... I'm sorry about him having PTSD and I will pray so he may heal and have some peace... Happy Holidays 🎄

[@lindahurlock-sewoneofakind6155]

Thank you so much Donna. He went through a really rough time. He is coming along though. Your prayers are greatly appreciated. Have a wonderful Holiday.

[@debbiesavage7107]

My nephew was in Afghanistan, too, and also has PTSD. Bless your son and all our service men and women!

[@lindahurlock-sewoneofakind6155]

debbie savage, thank your nephew for his service and I will keep him in my prayers. It is so very hard to watch someone suffering with PTSD. And, yes, God bless them all.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh wow, Linda thank you for sharing your story. It bought tears to my eyes also, how lovely. Yes sometimes these things are just that aren’t they.....meant to be. Much love to you and your family, Tinax

[@pamday5532]

I am one of those people who look for videos every day. You have to do what’s best for your family. We’ll be there whenever you can post.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Pam, I have a little something different planned for Christmas, which will hopefully be a nice surprise x

[@judigullett9060]

Tina, I know that little tree was meant for you! Those envelopes turned out so nice and I don't find you boring at all.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you, yes we felt it was meant for us in the end x

[@PurplegirlStacy]

You are so kind in your delivery. Thank you for always reviewing basics so that you include new junk journal crafters like me and not just advanced crafters-very thoughtful of you! You’re so encouraging and your work is beautiful!! I love, too, how you scissor cut and don’t measure. LOVE your channel! I could listen to you and watch what you create for hours on end. Blessings! Stacy P.S. You and your son absolutely did the right thing, and the sentiment and tree couldn’t have gone to a better home and family.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Stacy, I am so thrilled that you enjoy my videos and my style of crafting suits you. No, I just can’t stand the measuring etc, it just puts me off and then I will make mistakes. Thank you for saying we did the right thing with the tree, it was such a special little thing to find x

[@fawnie-r]

That tree was meant for you and your son to LOVE! Your heart is as grand as your talent. Merry Christmas! Your videos are a gift all year long.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much, have a wonderful Christmas x

[@vickievegas1837]

Tina you rock. You are a very kind hearted person. I’m glad I found you this year. If you don’t think your green thumb can last until March maybe you can gift it to somebody who is fabulous with plants. My uncle was the plant person in our fam. Your son sounds like he’s going to take the ball and run with it. ❤️❤️❤️❤️good man👍🏼

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Vickie. What a fantastic idea, I think my son has committed to look after the tree, but if it starts to look under the weather, then I will take your advice and pass it along to maybe my neighbour actually, they seem to be very green fingered and have a very pretty garden. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@alemapretsof]

Oh Tina, we love you and your tutorials, You are an example to us all~ Hugs!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh Pam, thank you for your kindness x

[@craftyshamrockdesignsbyshe5871]

I absolutely think you did the right thing taking the small tree home! It was what was meant to be!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Sheri x

[@DRW_GAMES1]

I think you and your family done the right thing about the tree. God Bless!!!

[@brandythompson6544]

Wow- what a beautiful story about the tree!! I have never heard of such a thing, but how beautiful!!! Almost brought tears to my eyes until you started talking about how you don't have the best of luck with plants and started waffling about what was your moral responsibilities...what a great choice you made- especially for your son- love that!!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Brandy, it was a truly special thing to find x

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Love these! Y’all ABSOLUTELY made the right decision to take the tree. Every time you see it be thankful for the loved ones that you still have and cherish your time with them. For those that have gone on, remember that they would want you to continue with life and continue to grow.

[@juliepower123]

If you have the time Tina I for one would appreciate videos over the festive season. No small children in this house! Once again thank you for taking the time to produce these crafty episodes. Always fun to listen to you as I craft along with you or just watch. xx

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Julie for your feedback about the Christmas upload. I have a little something which will hopefully be a nice surprise. Thank you for all your support and encouragement, x

[@sherryrector2275]

I say upload it. After the busy and fun family day I enjoy watching you when I’m in bed resting in the evening all stretched out. Lol

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol. I have a little something planned, a bit different but hopefully a nice surprise x

[@sherryvanderpool4024]

Great addition to the stash

[@janfranklin6604]

So pretty and quick! Perfect for rainy day crafting! Love your story of the tree...what a wonderful gesture!❤️

[@ritabillington3818]

I would love you to keep videoing as much as you can I really enjoy watching them. They have become a part of my daily routine.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Rita, mine too x

[@sherryrector2275]

I do believe things happen for a reason. Indeed it was you and your son that were chosen to find the tree. I love the fact you debated together on what to do and decided it was correct that you were to care for it. God bless you. It touched my heart.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yes me too Sherry, I think we were meant to find it. It was just such a heartwarming moment, really sad but so filled with love too x

[@amyjo1293]

Wow. So simple and elegant.

[@terrilarue2031]

I think it is awesome that you took the tree and will take care of it. We lost my sister in law in December 9 years ago. It makes me think of a special way to remember her for next year (10 years). Please keep us posted on the trees growth.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh Iam so sorry you lost your sister in law 9 years ago, and it’s still very much with you. Great idea to do something like this to mark 10 years of her passing this December.. will keep you posted as to the tree x

[@livingsoulandspirit]

I love your “waffeling”!And I’d watch your videos every day of the year!I think it’s a great idea to put a video up on holidays!And very thoughtful of you to take into consideration that everybody doesn’t celebrate the same!And it’s so true!I think that as long as you have the time and feel up to a video,GO FOR IT!!Again I love listening to you and watching you as you create!Thanks for sharing your time and always trying to bring new things for us to try!I so wish I was more like you and could just get in there and do it up!I spend so much time just cutting stuff out,reorganizing,watching videos,buying things,etc....but not getting anything made!Its so frustrating and disappointing!I have so many things I want to try and soo much I want to make,but I don’t know where to start!I have quite a few things that I’ve started making,but haven’t finished bc I get distracted so easily!Anyways enough of my “waffeling” haha! ByeByes!

[@marilousharp8133]

You just described me! Cutting stuff out, reorganizing, watching videos, buying things, etc...but not getting anything made! Why do we do this? Just glad I'm not the only one.

[@livingsoulandspirit]

Marilou Sharp oh it’s so frustrating!!!I hate it!I feel like I waste so much time that I could be actually making things!I do enjoy what I do,but wish I could make stuff as well!!!It makes me angry at myself when I think about others that would go in my craft room and have a blast making all kinds of stuff!Im fortunate enough to have all I have,so then I start feeling bad bc I’m not using it!UGH!I did make 3 fabric flowers today!Lol!But I got distracted with printing out Etsy digitals and then labeling folders for each seller!!!!Then I went through an old album I found that had really old news paper clippings that were falling apart,so I mod posted them on parchment paper to preserve them!!!!Haha!Which is good,but then I’ll cut them out or peel them off(if it works) and just add them to my ever growing stash of stuff!!!!But no creating!!!!!!GRRRRRR! I wish I knew why we do this!!!!So irritating!!! But yes,nice to know I’m not alone!haha!

[@eileenpawluk6455]

@@livingsoulandspirit I am soooo the same way, but a little different. I buy, organize, watch videos etc., and when I really want to be in my craft room life happens. My Dad passed away 3 months ago and my Mom is legally blind and can't do much of anything without me. Then, a month ago she was admitted to hospital for ischemic colitis and also had a heart attack. Needless to say, I was at the hospital from 8am to about 7pm everyday, and by the time I got home I was completely wiped out. So now, she has been home for a week and I am over there every day for one thing or another. Before my Dad passed he was in and out of hospital constantly and same thing, at hospital from morning to evening and I never got anything done. So today, I am in a full blown MS Relapse and I am having a very difficult time getting enough energy to go downstairs and I started a few projects (a while back) and I really want to get them done for my family, plus going to Mom's again today to make up her meds for the week. So it's not for lack of trying, but "life" just takes precedence over Crafting. And that's OK!

[@livingsoulandspirit]

Eileen's Paper Obsession really sorry to hear of all your trials...you have a lot on your plate!Hopefully things get better and start to calm for you.Just don’t give up on your desire!You have put your family as your priority and that’s to be commended.But I know what you mean tho about when you are in the mood to craft it up,life steps in to say Nope!Ugh!But at least we have awesome creators like Shabbydabbydoodah to watch and keep us inspired!!

[@eileenpawluk6455]

@@livingsoulandspirit Thank you for your kind words Tala! I will never stop trying to get to my craft room, because when I really want to do something, I get it done (eventually) ... lol. 😃

[@RoseD2016]

I love these! When I make them sometimes I will glam them up..they are so easy and yet beautiful even left on their own! Xx💞💞

[@melissahalpain6481]

Just love you tree story. I definitely think it was meant for you. I love that you are so concerned about other people's feelings but you don't need to apologize. You are definitely not boring. Thinking of doing a video on Christmas is so kind as so many people are alone on Christmas. It would be like having a friend over. I just love your videos. Thank you so much.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Melissa. I have something a little different planned for Christmas, which will hopefully be a nice surprise x

[@Peppermint_Paper]

What a lovely share. You absolutely did the right thing. The questions and reflections you and your son asked yourselves prove what amazing people you truly are. You should be so proud of being such an wonderful role model for your children. You share your full heart with so many! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Jody. We honestly felt really conflicted as to what was the right thing to do, but in the end, we decided we were meant to find it. It was such a special part of someone else’s grief and emotion, and we felt really humbled to have been the people who found it and shared in a small way in their love of their loved one x

[@saradeandrade]

Beautiful story! Videos on Christmas day?!!! Of course!!! It can be your present for us! 😂😂😂🎁🎁🎁🎄🎀⭐☃️❄️ Happy Christmas!!!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, have a wonderful Christmas x

[@saradeandrade]

@@shabbydabbydoodah , happy Christmas! A lot of peace and fun!!! 😘

[@michelletrevethan9945]

Love your mass makes, as a newbie I am loving your series. The Christmas tree was meant to be found by you, there is a reason for everything, enjoy the memory of the walk and the day you found it if nothing else. Merry Christmas xx

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Michelle, yes we felt really humbled to have been the ones to find it x

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Sorry, hit send too quickly. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@sherryrector2275]

Beautiful Tina love it. Really love it.

[@barbaranoble9748]

How sweet of you to have taken the tree home to take care of it. That may help the family in their grieving process of their love one that your family cared enough to be involved. Merry Christmas to you and your family Tina. I really felt that you did the right thing. So kind of you. tyfs!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Barbara, we were conflicted about whether to take it, but we decided we were meant to have found it. It was a very heartwarming moment and felt like we were doing something very special . Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@barbaranoble9748]

@@shabbydabbydoodah hugs! Merry Christmas to you and your family.🎄

[@JessicaHarris]

What a lovely story. You absolutely did the right thing and how lovely that it was a family decision and commitment.💕 Merry Christmas 🎄

[@aprilcarter749]

Started watching video this morning & couldn’t wait to get home to start my own long pockets. I just love 💗 all your ideals & creations you make them simply and not “fiddling” as you say sometimes .. cause I just want to keep going to get things made & accomplished. Mass making was a great 👍🏾 things to start it makes the finished product (journals) quick to finish!! Thanks for doing ahead videos for Christmas,,, if your up to it,,, Merry Christmas to you & your Family 🎁🎄. TFS for sharing today 😊🤗

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much April for all your support and encouragement throughout the year. It has been a lot of fun. I have a little something planned for Christmas which will hopefully be a nice surprise. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@sallymander8266]

I'm glad I waited to watch this video until now since I was about to put my Christmas decorations away and Christmas craft boxes. Other than make a couple of gifts I didn't do much crafting over the holidays. I just used up years of Christmas paper to make envelopes and pockets. I always took out my envelope dies and envelope punch board to make a variety of shapes and sizes. Thank you for the much needed inspiration to not only use up old paper, but tools that were getting dusty!

[@1orielle2]

I think it’s lovely that you will care for the tree! And if you feel like you can post a video, I think that would be wonderful! There are not only a lot of folks who are on their own for the holidays...but there are those who don’t celebrate at all. It’s so fun that you are there chatting to everyone and spreading cheer daily!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Lori, I really appreciate your feedback on the Christmas thing. I have a little something planned, a bit different but hopefully a nice surprise. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@lorigordon1970]

Loving this series. So much fun crafting along with you. Videos over the holidays would be great if you can but totally understandable if you are too busy with your family. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@lauragaudry3402]

You did the right thing with the tree! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@ThelmaGrace1930]

These envelopes are so fun, Tina! And thank you for sharing the story about coming upon the little Christmas tree with the note! Such a poignant memory for you and your son/family!!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Paulina. That gorgeous little tree is in our garden now x

[@cynthiarahman9395]

Hi Tina, What a sweet story and your middle son taking it very personal and special Lovely paper you’re using I look forward to seeing your videos every day, even though Christmas and New Years are coming. The long envelope came out quite beautiful with the final touches. Loving the mass makes. 👋 TTFN

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Cynthia. Yes, it was such a heartwarming moment, and he has been doing a great job so far of looking after the little tree 🌲 . Thank you for all your support and encouragement this year. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas x

[@lalagamma4452]

Adorable I made a few, along with altering some envelopes and my first ever journaling card, in the beginning was you were creating and showing us what to do. I get so much more done when we hang out! Thanks again Tina, I love these sessions, I hope we continue quite a bit longer! 😍😘🥰

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Me too Lala, I really enjoy them. I have several more ideas for a few more weeks x

[@cynthiamostacato7894]

So glad you two took the plant. This was a nice experience for your son for sure. Whether it survives or not it was knowing that you cared enough to try. What a wonderful story to wake up to this morning. Great idea on mass producing these long envelopes and a good way to use up that scrapbook paper I never use. Merry Christmas to you and your family Tina.....cyndi m.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Cyndi, and especially for your kindness in stating that it’s about caring enough to try to nurture the little tree, which we will. I was so touched that I could share that story with you all. Have a wonderful Christmas also, Tinax

[@donnawong9610]

This project is great for even giving a gift card, or using it for a birthday card.

[@lucieleduc7520]

You did the right thing Tina I’m sure everything as a reason and I’m sure you will be able to save it xxx

[@carolynshanks2612]

Oh, I made these in bulk and used them to gift every member of our family done in Christmas papers. So fun and easy!!😊❤️❤️❤️ your experience with the gifted tree finding it’s way into your heart is sooooo of the Season. My only suggestion is to keep it as cool as you can.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

What a fab way you used these. Yes finding the tree felt very special x

[@carolynshanks2612]

My stash isn’t being reduced, despite my making a good amount of items each time. It’s a strange thing that happens!

[@lesliedenton8081]

A very cute idea!

[@maraca5797]

Very nice! Like your variety of paper. As much as I enjoy your videos, I would say to take a break and make memories with your family and friends. Merry Christmas!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Emma. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@dianeduncan5814]

What a lovely thing to find... yes I do think it was meant to be ( although I too am woeful when It comes to plants etc, though it isn't easy here in Australia as you can imagine with droughts and such 😕) I am sure it will all work out well 😊 Your son sounds like a sweet young man lovey xo Great video Tina xox

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Diane, yes fingers crossed we will be able to keep the tree alive! It was such a heartwarming moment, one of those things that just stays with you. I hope the weather is ok where you are, I know there has been some serious fires over the last few weeks. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@lauravasquez169]

I like the mass makes and how you made each one slightly different. I love to hear your stories that are about your family. My husband calls them making memories. I will be looking forward to making hand stitched ruffles. I have only made them with the sewing machine. Just letting you know... I received my 2 huge rolls of black bling! It took so long because it came from China. Much love to you and your family❤❤❤

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I must admit I am converting over to mass making everything! Lol. It is lovely to have some things on hand ready to go. Yes your husband is right, these things stay with you forever don’t they? X

[@AngelroseDesings]

Lovely project. Thanks for sharing your talents. Happy crafting on a budget. Happy everything on a budget. See you in the next video and the flip side. Crafty hugs 🤗. 👼🌹❤️

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yay, love anything on a budget too x

[@Tattytreasure]

Great video lovely conversations. Don't over love the tree I tend to be a overwaterer I definitely think you're the best person to find it. I don't mind repeats at all some of yours I watch like a hark other's I listen to your chat ☺ I'm sure there are people who would love to see you pop up on there notivcations but if you don't have enough then don't worry you need a rest. I've given up using that glue I tried it a few times since using beacon and art glitter glue that's all I use now

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much, you are always so lovely and full of kindness. I hope you have a lovely Christmas x

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Forgot to say, yes the 3 in 1 is really good, I haven’t ever tried the art glitter glue x

[@sherryrector2275]

I am like you I use up some of my stash and download more. How can I help but not. However slowly I’m determined after the holidays I’m diggin in. Steve is home from intensive care and God was good only a bit of his memory needs work. So Christmas for my family is a bit more important this time around. Even though I will be busy it is my therapy watching you and the gang of junk journaling.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh Sherry I am so thrilled that Steve is home now. I had wanted to ask, but didn’t dare in case there was no good news. What a relief for you all, and yes things like that certainly make you look at things a very different way. Much love and wishing you and your family a very special Christmas x

[@laurettechandlerthevintage3022]

Please do upload videos at Christmas. I know not everyone celebrates Christmas so they might want something fun to watch. We have a mostly quiet day so I know I will be watching if you do and on Christmas Eve as well. This is a great little mass making project and a great way to use up those papers, I will be making some with you. Thanks for doing these. 😊🎄💖🎁

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you Laurette, I really appreciate your feedback on the Christmas upload thing. I have a little something planned, bit different but hopefully a nice surprise. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas x

[@JunkJournalTreasures]

Another great project! tfs Jo Ann xx

[@lisaellingworth7317]

Love the tree story. I watch your videos everyday along with a couple of others. You need a rest too over Christmas so are you able to repost your favourite project video? Choosing one from the many you have and linking it on Christmas day. Its like a gift to us from you :-)

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

What a great idea. I do have a little something planned as a little surprise, but I might just have to use this idea to tie in with it. Thank you for the great suggestion. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@karensumner3772]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS-TFS-HUGS/BLESSINGS

[@iamwhatiam4075]

Cute envelopes. :) Tyfs!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Sheila x

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Tina, trust me...there are MANY of us who are very lonely and completely alone at Christmas. I watched videos and crafted all day to stay out of depression. All of my parents, step-parents, husband, son, both brothers and a sister have all passed on way too early in their lives. My only child is grown and has moved away. Christmas videos are appropriate for those of us who do arts and crafts as life lines. Even though I bought both of your Christmas kits I was not able to use them because of the lack of festive feelings. Thanks for asking.

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

Tina, if you are looking for mass make project ideas, I’d love to see some mass make of things to put in tucks and pockets. (Journaling cards, tags, and especially other things?) .... Yes, I have been mass making along with you, but no, I haven’t made a dent in my stash! 🤣🤣🤣

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, no not much of a dent in mine either! 🙃🤗 x

[@donnasmith9042]

Hi Tina, love the envelopes, what a sweet story about the tree and especially how touched you and your son were... Definitely meant for you to have.. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas .. I am glad I found you and I enjoy the hell out of your videos, I look forward to them, if you feel you want to upload a video I won't give you an argument about it, I love to hear your waffling... 🤭

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much Donna. Yes my son and I were so touched by finding the little 🌲, it is now on our kitchen windowsill but we will plant it outside in the spring 🤗. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@annariginalmake]

Another Fab video .xx

[@debbiesavage7107]

I don’t know that they’ve changed the glue. But, I’m sure the chocolate has been changed in my favorite candy bar! I called and they denied it. I’m not sure I believe them! 😎 I love the tree story. You should write it down somewhere so it stays with the tree.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I love that you phoned about your favourite chocolate bar, Why do they have to change everything? Its so frustrating when it was something you used regularly and then it’s no longer the same ☺️. Great idea for the tree. Have a wonderful Christmas x

[@letgooftherope]

Hi. I do not do any holidays. I would love a video on 25 Dec. But I can survive a day on re-runs if needed. :D

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you, I have a little something planned, which will hopefully be a nice surprise x

[@terribeaverson2997]

TFS!

[@helengough4599]

I think that like you said some people would want a video some people are too busy to watch so if you manage to post one that’s great if you cannot that’s fine too 😊🤗

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Helen, great point, different strokes for different folks I guess x

[@darnettaclinkscale7452]

Good afternoon! I am be gone over holidays for about 5-7 days want to follow your mass making starting at number one. Need your advice to determine what is the minimal Supples. What would you take. I thought: book pages, scissors, glue, Conner rounder, ruler, paper cutter, smaller circle punch, oxide ink I have Tim Holtz vintage something and walnut. Please advise. ❤️

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Hey, I hope I have managed to catch you before you set off. You sound like you’ve got it covered, maybe some plain coffee died pages if you like to use them? Other than that, I always like to take a few things for fussy cutting, along with a large envelope or something similar to store the fussy cuts in. Hope you have a fantastic time away, happy Christmas x

[@DRW_GAMES1]

I need the videos. My Mom passed last year. I live alone and want the Mass Making videos.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you Cathy, I will continue an upload. I have a little something different planned for Christmas Day, but hopefully it will be a nice surprise. Take care of yourself at this time of year, much love x