Sayonara to Scraps; scrap storage options, envelope winners, scrap journal cards and misc.

This is a catch up video with a bit of everything included. Scrap storage, a few journaling cards, answered questions, envelope winners and next steps. Thank you for watching and happy creating.
My email: [e-mail]
Die cuts shown: Libradesigns by Susan; www.etsy.com/s...
Daffodils mentioned: www.etsy.com/s...
FB group: Junk journal ideas and inspiration
Justine: House of Mahalo
Mandy: Sunflowers and Dors

[@JamieLOVEUMOREJOURNALS]

I mean this lovingly! Just so we are clear! But I think your crazy my friend! We all want to see anything and everything you do. I love your style and all your ideas. Even the ones you haven’t finished are so inspiring! Turn on the camera and show us more of everything. WE WANT TO SEE!! Love this and I love you more.

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! Oh Jamie, if only you knew! Bet folks would run screaming in all directions. But thank you for always being so very kind ❤️

[@JamieLOVEUMOREJOURNALS]

Cori, I always want to see more of what your doing!

[@janillingsworth7478]

This was so helpful and I loved the variety of cards with little pockets, fold downs and reverse sided clear pieces too. Thank you so much.❤

[@bettybutler1686]

Yeah, what they all said

[@danoux0]

Hi! I rarely sit sideways to watch a video. But yours was worth it! TFS! ♥

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL. Me too. Oy. My editing skills, and clearly, videoing skills, are not the greatest 😁

[@dawnklein106]

Always so elegant, delicate, and interesting.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, sweet Dawn ❤️

[@SherryRector]

Cori. This is a revelation I would of never thought of this. I have scrap and ephemera to a daunting amount as far as I am concerned.

[@CoriDahmen]

I love that we can inspire each other! Thank you, Sherry 😊

[@kathleenkrause4800]

Wow, how amazing about your upgrade to a Singer Stylist sewing machine. That is the first and only machine that I have ever bought in about 1974. I still use it to this day. They were and are quality built. I have been thinking about getting one that has a few more stitch patterns. This model would be perfect. And I liked the two features with buttons you pointed out. Thanks for mentioning your purchase on the video.

[@jayneterry8701]

Wow they have been around since 74?

[@CoriDahmen]

I've been using it for a few days now and I'm pleased. The Pfaff that I dropped was a notably more spendy machine (my mom had passed it along to me when she got a new machine) but I like this one just as much. I know many sewers are brand specific, but I just wanted durable with the start/stop buttons.

[@lisabarnhard6729]

I love to watch you sew…….it’s the only thing I’ve seen you slowly do purpose!!!🧵🪡

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! There *might* be some truth to that statement 😁

[@cindyinaz2357]

Absolutely love the transparency tags & cards❤️

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Cindy ❤️

[@ShoshiPlatypus]

Me too!

[@joycebergthold3170]

I love working with dried flowers and I loved this video with wonderful ideas. Thank you for sharing!

[@CoriDahmen]

Glad you enjoyed it and aren't dried flowers just delightful? I love the interest and realism they add to a project. Happy creating!

[@joycebergthold3170]

I'm revisiting this video and remembered seeing the baby breath. I bought a bouquet at my grocery/florist store and dried them, and I just realized that I haven't made one of your super cute tags using the flower. Well, I'm working on a Venice, Italy junk journal, yes I googled are baby breaths grown in Italy, and yes they are! I like to be authentic in what I do so I'll be sure to include one of your tags. Thank you for your ideas. I love watching you!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and I hope you're loving the creative process for your Venice journal 😊

[@pamlong5914]

Always love the details you put into your journaling elements but also the helpful details you give us from notes you have collected to share. You are a true teacher!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Pam ❤️

[@craftyourwaytopeace]

Beautiful flowers and beautiful work!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you very much ❤️

[@tutushale]

Love the sharing and caring you show. Thank you for the examples your work is absolutely great!!

[@marisarobertson5914]

I love these scraps! I really appreciate it that you introduce us to new artists, makers and sellers - I see so much that I might not otherwise be exposed to, and to be inspired by. (I believe that you're a teacher, so sorry about the dangling participles! haha). Thanks very much for your hard work.

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! I (currently) teach 4th grade. I'm grateful to see a complete sentence with a subject, predicate, capital beginning and punctuation ending, Your participle can dangle away!

[@patcarmody7592]

Hey Cori! I'm so amazed you can make videos right now. After each of my knee surgeries, I didn't want to move. You either have a high threshold for pain, or you're on pain killers that aren't making you a space cadet! What an amazing woman in more ways than one!!! I loved your journaling cards and so happy you got a new sewing machine that doesn't frustrate you!!! Please take good care of yourself!!! ❤❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

So much amen right there Pat. I'm struggling with the recovery on this one. I have a stool and a pillow under my desk to prop my leg, but I can't seem to last but an hour or so. This darn leg is getting in the way of all of my plans! But, progress not perfection. It will get there. Bless you, sweet lady ❤️

[@TheAAdele05]

What beautiful ideas, Cori! ❤

[@paulad2527]

Cori - I know you don't do this for a "living" but you certainly could! I am blown away by every video you do! I keep thinking "I wish she had a course I could buy!" - You truly are an artist! Thank you for sharing your talents with us. By the way, I saw this morning that Took had some ephemera holder books, with various sized pockets, in her shop this morning that might suit your needs.

[@Ammiel7]

🙋🏼‍♀️hey thats a good idea a course would be great Im in lol Cheers 🇦🇺🌹💐

[@CoriDahmen]

Paula, you don't know how much I appreciate you. You are always so kind and thoughtful. Thank you for saying that. My leg has been making me cranky and your sweet message was just what I needed to be cheered up. Thank you ❤️

[@nancybeebe7622]

I really enjoyed this tutorial. Your amazing Cori😊

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Nancy. I'm happy to hear that it benefitted you 😊

[@realeyes212]

I 'discovered' your videos this evening... You have a new fan! 😍 I absolutely love your work! Thank you for sharing. I'm looking forward to binge-watching all of your videos. ❤❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello and welcome! I hope you find an idea or two that inspire or encourage you to create 😊

[@tammythompson2756]

I’m so excited to see your enamelware storage!! My craft room storage is enamelware too! I love it! :))

[@CoriDahmen]

It just makes me happy. Sturdy, non plastic and it doesn't break if (when) I drop it. Plus, it makes me think of my grandma who used several pieces of it.

[@judyburcham9008]

I have a collection of enamelware that will NOW find its forever home with my vintage Ephemera! Thanks for the scrappy tour!

[@sarahgobrecht669]

Vintage sewing machines are wonderful to use for sewing paper. The basic zig zag and straight stitch machines are not difficult to recondition they need gentle cleaning and oiling with sewing machine oil. Armed with some basic knowledge from You tube videos you can do it yourself ( because I did it! ) these vintage machines blow the modern made sewing machines away on price and durability. Sears Kenmore from 1960’s and 1970’s are amazing!!

[@CoriDahmen]

Totally agree. I had a Kenmore from the 60's that was a dream machine. It got dropped and cracked during a move, but I loved that beast.

[@jamiemueller1881]

Absolutely love all of these, but so great to put that tissue paper over the tickets; the muting effect is superb. Love those flowers!! Thanks for sharing your artistry with us and I hope you heal fast.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Jamie. I love learning from others so it's always my hope that someone gets a take away from a video I share 😊

[@joanndankovchik4861]

WOW, WOW, WOW!!! My first time watching, extremely informative, and loved your whole presentation!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH, will be watching!!!

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm happy to hear that you found the video helpful 😊

[@thepenclw]

I have recently found you, really enjoy seeing all your great ideas you share, thank you.

[@CoriDahmen]

Welcome and thank you very much. I hope you find ideas that inspire you!

[@kimberlymolitor354]

First time seeing your channel. I am not a junk journal maker, but really enjoy all the hard work that all you craft wizards do with bits and bobs that others just throw away. LOVE Jibid Neary, Diane Hubert, and Meimies Keepsakes, just to name a few . Now will add your videos to watch and be amazed!! Your dried flower Journaling cards are out of this world!!!🥰🥰🥰

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello and welcome! A lot of what I share can work well for any paper crafting....scrapbooking, card making, or happy mail. I'm honored and humbled because I'm a HUGE fan of Jibid. Thank you for sharing the others as I'm not familiar with their work and I'm looking forward to learning from and being inspired by some new people ❤️

[@lenawarelius4195]

Thank you for sharing 😍 lots of love from arctic Norway 🙌🏵🌼🌺🌹🌻

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Lena ❤️

[@tripletgirl2484]

Wonderful inspiration! Thank you!

[@CoriDahmen]

You're very welcome and thank you!

[@jneigler]

Thank you for so much info and tips. I learned so much in this video!

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm happy to hear that it has been helpful 😊

[@mariewagner230]

Just found you - will go back and watch all your videos. Great stuff!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and welcome!

[@robinpowell2712]

Such an enjoyable video!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Robin. I just had to laugh at myself for the sideways bits 😁

[@creativedevisions]

So glad you are on the mend. Don’t forget to store your original ephemera in acid free storage 😀

[@CoriDahmen]

Very wise! Thank you for the reminder 😊

[@Kristina_n1]

Love these pockets

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Kristina ❤️

[@nancymoore1275]

Love everything you do, make and use! Hope you're feeling better soon.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Nancy ❤️

[@kerynokeeffe9133]

Thanks, Cori, for the great catch up on what’s happening in your crafting world. Always so interesting and informative! Stay well, dear friend! 😀💞

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Keryn. I hope you're doing great and enjoying winter/almost winter down your way ❤️

[@joanwebster4413]

Love them all ❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Joan ❤️

[@taylormadejournals9662]

These are all so lovely, love the flower cut dies XXX

[@ritabjerstedt7386]

I have some of those dies love them

[@CoriDahmen]

I swooned when those gorgeous flowers arrived. I still like using my dies and inks and making them, but these are just all kinds of wonderful. Thank you, Lorna ❤️

[@happymailmagic]

I'm currently Your Newest Subscriber! Idk WHERE I've been!?! You've got some Amazing Crafty Content on your Channel! I'll be Binge-Watching For Days to watch just the videos I really want to watch! LOL! ~🙏💙🙏Much Gratitude From the Carolinas🙏💙🙏~

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello Erica and welcome! The Carolinas are beautiful and I'm happy to have you along for the fun 😊

[@mariapatriciachavez214]

thanks great ideas 💡👍

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm happy to hear that you liked them! Thank you 😊

[@MundiJournals]

These are wonderful. I know what I am going to work on next.

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent! I promise, they really are quite fun to make 😊

[@gmavon]

What an amazing and riveting video. Thank you so much!!! You are a VERY talented lady 💖

[@CoriDahmen]

You are too kind. Thank you, Yvon ❤️

[@aliciasandoval4069]

Everything you make is beautiful. I learn so much from you. It is unbelievable all the ideas you come up with and the technique you use to explain everything. I could listen to you for hours. Thank you for your knowledge that you share. May you always have the enthusiasm to continue to educate. Love u.❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

And thank you for the beautifully kind comment and for warming my heart ❤️

[@doodahgurlie]

I love how you used the transparencies in these! The flowers look beautiful in them.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you ❤️

[@lucyfanning7496]

Beautiful.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you!

[@elizabethsegaert4569]

You always have such great idea’s ,I use a large 3 ring binder with clear page protectors to store vintage papers,it is very easy to turn the pages to find what your looking for and it holds quite a lot

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm really thinking I'll go in that direction. Maybe I'll find a binder that I can easily cover with fabric.... just to make it less school-like 😊

[@sygarris1]

Sending you healing thoughts. Loved seeing all the die cuts and all your ideas. Hope you are feeling more like yourself soon!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Sheryl. I now have to force myself to NOT use those beautiful dies on every project 😊

[@bohocraftychica]

Thank you for this wonderful content 😊

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm just happy you enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@44hopeful]

I always enjoy your videos! You are so inspiring and so giving! Taking your time to share what you make, how you make it, and how you store it! Wishing you a lovely day!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Lonna. Your kind comment just made me smile, and I really needed a smile right now. I appreciate you taking the time and making the effort to comment ❤️

[@44hopeful]

@@CoriDahmen Wow thank you so much for telling me I made you smile! You made my day!!!

[@susansmith7086]

I always learn something through the videos you share. Thank you for be being inspiring!

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm happy to hear that you got an idea or two. Thank you, Susan 😊

[@Phllpsmary]

Hi, I checked the Libra designs shop and the shop description said she doesn’t ship to USA. Her flower diecuts are so pretty. Your artwork is beautiful! This is my 1st visit to your channel. I like it here! 😊

[@Phllpsmary]

Well, I paused your video to go look at her shop and then wrote my comment. I should’ve waited. Sorry bout that 😊

[@CoriDahmen]

No worries at all! Please feel free to contact her. It took about 2 weeks to arrive, but she was very willing to ship it to the US for me ❤️ Her die cuts truly are beautiful.

[@karengroff9492]

Another great video but I want to see more. I always want to see more. I want to see everything you make. Don’t hold back. Take care of yourself Cori! You are loved!

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! You make me smile Karen 😊 Please believe me when I say that not all of it is worth sharing! Thank you, very much. Your kindness is deeply appreciated ❤️

[@JeanneJordanexteach]

Loved seeing all your recent makes. Hope you are healing quickly and almost back to your old (young!) self! Loving Justine and Mandy's challenges and fb group. So much fun! I haven't done any window/flower pieces yet, but it's on my list. They are adorable. Take care.❤❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Jeanne. And yes, I love joining the challenges when possible. They really have me thinking and stretching ideas!

[@lauragaudry3402]

Thank you for inspiring us all! Hugs and blessings, 🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Laura ❤️

[@carolew9206]

You're very organized!

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm not so great at many things, but organization? That I can do 😊

[@cjsimplyscraps]

Fantastic video. I even wrote don your list because it inspired me to start a list and I could use yours and spend less time thinking. I loved the journal card and right now a paper plate sits with a whole pile of dried flowers. I’ve been scrapping for 27 years, stamping and card making for about 22 and mixed media maybe 5. Swore I was not gonna get into art or junk journals at all, no way and now I am bound and determined to make a junk journal. I’ve been shopping ( and way to much) so now I have what I need except knowledge. So thank you to you and everyone else I am learning from❤

[@CoriDahmen]

You can do it Carol!! Making a junk journal is a whole lot like making a mini scrapbook album. Use what you've got and collected and do for it! And welcome to the obsession 😁

[@musicmanic3724]

Lovely ❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you!

[@suelawson4011]

oh wow!!!!! these are all amazing, got my pressed flowers out ready, thanks for another wonderful video, hope your knee gets better soon x💕

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Sue. I've had to step away from the dried flowers as everything I make lately has dried flowers and transparency on it 😁

[@LibradesignsBySusan]

Great video Cori Love how you have used the flowers. Thanks for your custom too much appreciated. x

[@CoriDahmen]

You make gorgeous die cuts Susan, so thank YOU!

[@shabbykat273]

Exceptional skills and techniques. I appreciate you sharing with me!❤

[@CoriDahmen]

It's always my pleasure to share. Thank you 😊

[@valeriethorpe3399]

OMG I love the stuff you make...These are just gorgeous makes 😍

[@CoriDahmen]

You are too kind Valerie, thank you!

[@janscott821]

I love your videos so much! You are always so creative, organized and a wonderful teacher!❤ Everything you make is so pretty. Cori, sorry you had to have surgery. Prayers it heals quickly my crafty friend. 🙏🏻

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Jan. I'm happy to hear that some of the ideas I share are useful and I appreciate the well wishes ❤️

[@TracieFoxCreative]

Loved this, I had to grab the flowers as you know and cannot wait to Seth them up. x

[@CoriDahmen]

And now I'm been cutting down the multi stemmed pieces to use on little projects. One die, many uses. I'm fairly sure I'm in love ❤️😁

[@jayneterry8701]

Very pretty cards 🩷 thanks for showing us. Sweet little machine.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and yes, I'm learning to enjoy her. She is small and lightweight!

[@fernanton8370]

Hi Cori , I just subscribed to your channel. ❤I love your video. Very interesting. 🌺🌸🌺

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and welcome! I hope you find projects here that encourage and inspire you to create ❤️

[@istampc]

Catch'n up on all things sweet Cori! Those pre-die-cut flowers are gorgeous! WOW!! Intricate, bright and detailed! Ok didn't know you had surgery! You are impressive! Praying you continue to heal! Now back to your video - just saying! xoxo

[@CoriDahmen]

You are always so very kind and you always, always make me smile. Thank you 😊

[@FrappsScraps]

I so love your storage system you have created! Sending well wishes and hopes that your recovery is going well ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Shonna. Just a handful more days of school and then I'm out for a few months. I'd love to meet for coffee if/when you're available ❤️

[@MaggieWhite]

Cori, your journaling cards are beautiful and so unique. Those fussy cuts are amazing! TFS

[@CoriDahmen]

Aren't those die cuts gorgeous? Finding Susan's shop was a wonderful blessing!

[@ideas_n_embellishments]

I am inspired by this video to make lists and become more organized. I have "ideas" all over the place.

[@CoriDahmen]

Oh man, my squirrel brain has ideas running amok as well. Lists help keep me focused. Well, they help a little bit 😊

[@denicenewton1200]

i use a Photo album with different sized pockets for my special ephemra - flip the pages - easy to see - find at thrift shops

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent idea! Making an ephemera folder for the old pieces is on my short list! Thank you 😊

[@cathymoore1935]

Beautiful ideas with the flowers! Definitely want to try some of these ideas!

[@CoriDahmen]

I hope you have a go as they're lots of fun. Thank you!

[@anapatrocinio9090]

Great ideas❤❤ just subscribed❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello and welcome. It's great to have you here and I appreciate your kindness ❤️

[@eviegorecki5356]

So many wonderful things to share. Loved the cards you made on video too ❤. As a quilter I sew really fast but on paper I've learned it's better to go slow 😊.

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL. My quilter friends roll their eyes and laugh at me. I go way too slow for them! Thank you, Evie 😊

[@junepatterson7928]

Lovely

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, June ❤️

[@jeanieferretti4203]

❤ I think the pieces you made are beautiful…thank you

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Jeanie ❤️

[@jenniferscraftsandhauls]

“Dried, whatever those are, yellow pieces” 😂😂 hahaha I knew what you meant

[@CoriDahmen]

My flower knowledge is simply staggering 😁

[@jenniferscraftsandhauls]

@@CoriDahmen I understood what you meant lol

[@houseofmahalo]

I'm just playing catchup! 🙈 I love what you made; I'm definitely going to have to give those transparency cards a go 🤩 Thanks so much for sharing about the challenges; I'm so pleased you're getting involved with them 💖💖

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello Justine! I do love using scraps in creating so your well timed challenge was just what I needed. Thank you for allowing me to join the fun!

[@risamateo8003]

Ive been searching for sewing drawers and enamalware 😆. Love those bookmarks

[@CoriDahmen]

Both are just happy things in my world. Both are old and worn, yet still quite useful. As a bonus, they remind me of my beloved grandmother, who had and used both ❤️

[@suzannemclean9715]

You dropped the sewing machine on your foot?! Cori I think you need to be wrapped in bubble wrap. BTW, You built my dream craft room.🥰

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL. Maybe white bubble wrap and I can double for the Michelin man 😁

[@queenie66]

Cori, your art is always beautiful.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you ❤️

[@veronicabartolinicodebreak714]

Beautiful❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@lauraredfern927]

Fun and beautiful ideas!!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thanks so much!

[@kurai0607]

Sooo…i was just keeping the video on the background while I was at work and when I looked saw your storage, I was so amazed. How were you able to keep the paper from falling down the tray considering that you store them “vertically”😂 my brain is not working anymore and all i have done is write an email. I realized it’s the camera angle. I love your work though. So inspiring ❤

[@SunflowersAndDors]

Hey Cori, loved your video, some many shares, love how much there was to look at and get ideas from. Adore the last tag you did with the transparancy/paper and flower, it looked fabulous. I would love to use real flowers but I have absolutely no joy drying them out :( would be interested to know you process :) enjoyed hanging out with you, as always! - not sure how I missed your knee surgery, so sorry, hope you're on the mend, slowly and surely! xxx

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Mandy, and thank you again for the tip about Susan's gorgeous die cuts! My flower drying system would probably make professional flower driers cringe, but it works for me. I lay the flowers between two pieces of paper towel, to absorb the moisture, then I lay them between two layers of plywood. I clamp down the plywood (with cheap, dollar store type clamps) and forget about them for a few weeks. Most flowers come out pretty decently, and fairly flat, that way. There are loads of videos using oven and microwave and such, but I don't trust myself not to burn down the house 😊 The leg/knee is very slowly getting better, thank you. Best wishes on a fantastic and refreshing vacation!

[@blackcoffeeandwildflowers]

Tooks Craft Table just put out some lovely ephemera holders that she makes. Her video just went up today with 3 and she has done some custom orders. Not sure if it’s what you are looking for. You seem like the kind of person who has to keep very busy. The amount of stuff you do while also working full and time and running a channel, it’s just amazing. Do you have a phone booth installed in your craft room to change into super woman?! I was gifted an old sewing machine, but since I’ve never sewn before and it’s a little dissembled, I don’t know how to get started. I found the old manual online, but it’s of no help. Seems like a really good machine. Such beautiful and unique journal cards! 🤗❤️❤️

[@CoriDahmen]

That's an excellent resource, thank you! I wish I could pop over, take a look at your machine and guide you. I promise, it is very easy once you get going.

[@lisatripp-hs5tm]

I enjoy your videos so much.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Lisa. I really appreciate hearing that ❤️

[@themessypaletteau]

Great ideas , thanks for the inspiration

[@CoriDahmen]

You're very welcome and thank you!

[@BritKnits]

I wondered if you could sometime do a tutorial on your stretched header words. They're great

[@CoriDahmen]

Stretched header words... thank you, but I'm not sure what you mean? The cursive print in the title?

[@LindaMZH65]

Yay, another Cori video! Thanks for sharing and please, be more careful handling your sewing machine. They’re expensive to replace. 😀

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! No kidding! The fiasco involved a German Shephard tail, my clumsy hands and slow reflexes. It wasn't pretty 😊

[@marierichter1278]

Wow🎉

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you 😊

[@angellove2911]

Wow such beautiful ideas!! Have you ever used single ply napkin in place of the tissue/vellum? It works beautifully and you can really see the original underneath😊

[@CoriDahmen]

Yes! And I love that technique. Dang, I need to revisit that again. Soon 😊

[@karenoverholt9502]

Fussy cut flowers

[@mariacrayne4276]

They have those butterflies on Amazon!

[@lma1028]

I’m sorry to hear about your sewing machine mishap. I agree with the above comment that you need to be bubble-wrapped. I also love your makes and your beautiful notes! Thank you for sharing. Be careful please.

[@CoriDahmen]

Funny, you must have been chatting with my husband. He has said the same thing, more than once! Thank you, Linda ❤️

[@nancypyter1511]

Hey Cori, when did you have y our knee surgery? I thought it was comin up. Great ideas with the flowers and tickets. Take care and I look forward to seeing your upcoming journal videos! Hugs!🥰

[@CoriDahmen]

Hi Nancy! My knee surgery was Friday, June 2nd. I admit, I'm struggling with this one. I usually bounce back pretty quickly, but I haven't this time. Still, it's better than it was before the surgery, so I'll take it. The stool and pillow under my desk allow me to sit in my craft room for an hour or so a day. I was hoping I'd be able to do more. How are you? I hope your procedure went great and that you are recovering wonderfully ❤️

[@nancypyter1511]

@@CoriDahmen Cori, it's been a 8 days since my surgery, I have my post op tomorrow, Thursday, so we'll see what the surgeon says. I'm doing better every day. I think I'm probably do a little too much but I am icing it and bending/stretching it like he told me to. Just take it easy and remember don't sit too long, get up every now and then if that is what your doctor said to do. Hopefully, you and I will be back int he swing of things asap! Hugs!🥰

[@fiddliedee01]

If you came to visit you could order lots of UK "stuff" and have it delivered here 😂 Love your lists Cori 😍

[@CoriDahmen]

I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to visiting your side of the pond. Sometimes just having that to look forward to reminds me that this stupid leg won't be this way forever. Thank you, Gaye, and I hope you are doing wonderfully well ❤️

[@amyb82941]

💜💜💜

[@eveny119]

Hi, First time watcher. Really liked the dried flower and transparency cards and tags. Good to know info about thickness too. Was wondering why you dont just make a ''storage journal'' to store your vintage ephemera? Or use a ring binder with clear pockets.

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello and welcome! It's probably silly, I just really like using vintage items to store my vintage pieces, including authentic ephemera. I agree that a binder and plastic sleeves makes sense. I know I'll land on something!

[@eveny119]

@@CoriDahmen Well you can cover the binders in old linens and vintage lace, velvets or an old wedding gown. As far as plastic, you use transparencies...or use semi transparent wax paper/tracing paper vellum or pockets.

[@lisamalley1295]

I am new what do you use over the dried flowers? It looks like a type of plastic also you mentioned that it’s for shaker cards. Not sure what that is. Could you do a video on that? Thank you. Wonderful to watch.

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello Lisa and welcome. I use transparency film. It's also called window film or acetate and can be found at Amazon and through most large office supply stores.

[@sheriwiederspohn5437]

Try old photo albums for fragile storage. The ones with the plastic 4 x 6 slots

[@CoriDahmen]

Super idea. Thank you!

[@juanitapalmero5768]

Aloha from Hawaii I'm new.❤❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Aloha and welcome!

[@honestly8015]

Cori, this question comes as the video has barely begun, but I'll forget if I wait until the end. . . at 4 minutes and 6 seconds you apologize for the glare and say something about 'window film and transparency'. So for clarification: are you using window film for these transparent packages or is it actually transparency film? Sorry for my confusion. Hearing the words sent me down the rabbit hole of wondering if window film (probably much less expensive than transparency film) would work and if anyone would have thought of that first, it would be you. So, if you can let us know, I'm sure we'd all appreciate it. Thank you. Now back to the video :)

[@CoriDahmen]

I actually use transparency, the type that teachers used to use with an overhead projector. That said, different people and places call that transparency different things. Some refer to it as acetate (which it is generally made from) and others say window film. I used all the words so that people could find it no matter how it's referred to where they live.

[@kimmickleborough4920]

Cori I love your videos you are so creative and an excellent instructor. You may have said already, what product do you use to make the clear pockets, tags, and journal cards? The dried flowers are beautiful

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello Kim and thank you. I used transparency or window film or acetate. It's readily available on Amazon and in office supply stores.

[@babsgillam8729]

Hi Cori Love your awesome work! I recently bought some glossy accents from Ranger. I’m sure you mentioned something different that self levels. What do you use? Babs x

[@CoriDahmen]

Hello Babs! Glossy Accents is a terrific product and will work well. I generally use Nuvo Crystal Glaze in clear, or Seth Apter Vintage Beeswax embossing powder, depending on the look I want.