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MCVDFC · February 21, 2026, 7:35pm

Very cute

Samantha_Bryant · February 21, 2026, 9:27pm

Here’s my paper-craft-fun Week 1 Entry 3

Theme: Choose the Upward Path

IdeaStudio Link: See What I've Been Creating...

Story: I crafted this for myself as a visual reminder to keep lifting my thoughts and choosing the upward path.

shirleycobb · February 22, 2026, 2:00am

Here’s my paper-craft-fun week 1 entry 2
Theme: Growth, healing, and new beginnings.
Ideal Studio : Project | paper craft week 1 entry 2

Story Time

This dream catcher isn’t just paper and cardstock.

It represents seasons of my life.

There was a time when my dreams felt tangled…

When my thoughts were heavy…

When I wasn’t sure what the future would look like.

But recovery taught me something powerful —

You don’t have to chase every thought.

You don’t have to hold onto every mistake.

You can let some things pass through.

So when I created this woven design, I thought about how life is layered. Every strip represents a day. Some were bright. Some were dark. But together? They made something beautiful.

The flowers remind me that growth doesn’t happen overnight. It happens one day at a time. The leaves represent new life. And the soft colors? That’s peace — the kind I prayed for.

Today, I choose to catch the good.

I choose to release the rest.

I choose to dream again.

This isn’t just a craft.

It’s a reminder that God can weave broken pieces into purpose.

Just for today, I’m grateful for new dreams.

Just for today, I choose peace.

Samantha_Bryant · February 22, 2026, 3:05am

Very pretty!

shirleycobb · February 22, 2026, 4:06am

Thank you I was running out of ideas being so tired and still sneezy and congested! I just googled and idea and this popped out to me and momma always told me go with instinct feelings! I love it the hand weaving the paper was actually kind of satisfying because it reminded me of my grandmother when she would make homemade apple pies or peach pies for Thanksgiving and Christmas because she would hand weave the dough!

Samantha_Bryant · February 22, 2026, 4:24am

You’re very welcome. Yeah, weaving is certainly therapeutic. I almost did some weaving with my hot air balloon basket, but I got lazy. I saw your dreamcatcher and was like, hmmm, we were kind of thinking along the same lines. It looks great.

Franziska_Huber · February 22, 2026, 8:15pm

Here is my paper-craft-fun Week 1 Entry 1

Theme: Birthday Card

IdeaStudio Link : See What I've Been Creating...

Story : I need a special Birthday Card for a wonderfull Person to her Birthday.

Samantha_Bryant · February 22, 2026, 9:13pm

Awesome! I’m happy you joined the event!

shirleycobb · February 23, 2026, 3:43am

Here’s my paper-craft-fun week 1 entry 3
Theme : Easter bunny is coming to town !
Ideal studio : See What I've Been Creating...

Story Time

Every time I sit down at my table and open up LokLik Ideal Studio to pull up my bunny template, I’m not just starting a craft… I’m starting a memory.

I design each bunny — for girls with sweet pink gingham bows and for boys with their own special touches — thinking about my kids and now my grandchildren. I can still see their little faces on Easter morning, running to find their baskets, full of excitement and wonder.

Once the design is ready, I send it to my iCraft cutting machine and watch it carefully cut each piece out of sturdy cardstock. There’s something so peaceful about that process — layering the ears, placing the tiny paws, lining up those sweet little faces. It reminds me of when my babies were small and I would fix their outfits just right before church.

I tie each one with simple jute for the hanger — rustic, strong, and full of charm. Just like family. Then I add that soft pink checkered gingham ribbon for my bunny girls, or adjust the style for my boys. A quick coat of Mod Podge over the top seals it all in — protecting it, preserving it… just like I wish I could preserve every season of motherhood.

Making these isn’t just crafting. It’s love layered in cardstock. It’s tradition cut with intention. It’s Mimi’s hands creating something my grandchildren can hang on their door or basket one day and say, “She made this for me.”

That’s why I do it.

For the boys.

For the girls.
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Franziska_Huber · February 23, 2026, 12:49pm

Thank you

Samantha_Bryant · February 23, 2026, 4:19pm

Here’s my paper-craft-fun Week 2 Entry 1

Theme: Guided By Light

IdeaStudio Link: See What I've Been Creating...

Story: Inspired by the truth that even in our heaviest nights, there is always a steady light guiding us forward.

Samantha_Bryant · February 23, 2026, 4:23pm

You’re welcome!

esti_pi · February 23, 2026, 6:58pm

Here’s my paper-craft-fun entry 1 for Week 2!
IdeaStudio link: See What I've Been Creating...
Story:
Eguzkilore, que en euskera significa Flor del Sol (eguzki = sol y lore = flor), es un símbolo protector muy característico presente en la cultura, mitología y las tradiciones vascas.
Es tradición donde vivo colocar una en la puerta de casa para aportar proteccion y ahuyentar todo lo malo. Actualmente esta flor se encuentra protegida y no es tan fácil de conseguir así que he diseñado una.

Espero que proteja mi casa de todo lo malo.

Eguzkilore, which in Basque means Flower of the Sun (eguzki = sun and lore = flower), is a very characteristic protective symbol present in Basque culture, mythology, and traditions.
It’s a tradition where I live to place one on the front door of the house to provide protection and ward off all evil. Currently, this flower is protected and not so easy to find, so I designed one.

I hope it protects my house from all harm.

Photos:

MCVDFC · February 24, 2026, 1:34am

That fab Sam, such a great idea

Samantha_Bryant · February 24, 2026, 1:42am

Thanks! I’m happy you think so.

Jodie · February 24, 2026, 2:51am

Paper Craft Fun Week 2 is LIVE!

Hello, crafters! A brand-new week of creativity is here!

Week 1 of our Paper Craft Fun Challenge has officially wrapped up yesterday, and we loved seeing all your amazing paper creations, from layered cards to intricate cut designs. Thank you for bringing so much creativity and detail to the community!

Now, Week 2 is kicking off, and we can’t wait to see what you create next!

This week is all about having fun with paper, whether it’s cards, 3D paper crafts, layered designs, gift boxes, decorations, or anything made with paper. Let your imagination run wild!

Week 2: Feb 23 → Mar 1 (11:59 PM ET)

Comment Format:

Here’s my Paper Craft Fun Week 2 entry!
IdeaStudio link: [URL]
Story: Tell us about your idea or who it’s for
Photos: Attach 1–3 images

No matter the size or complexity, every paper creation counts. Let’s keep cutting, folding, layering, and creating together!

Week 1 results will be announced soon, stay tuned!

kimberlyrudy · February 25, 2026, 5:43pm

Here’s my paper-craft-fun entry for Week 2 Number 1
IdeaStudio link: See What I've Been Creating...

Story:. Just a happy little sign for a young friend to give her Nana!
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kimberlyrudy · February 27, 2026, 7:55am

**Here’s my paper-craft-fun entry for Week 2 Number 2
IdeaStudio link: [Project | Do Not Disturb Unless .. Puppy Doorhanger]
Story: This is purely for fun. Make a back layer in heavy cardstock so it has some extra strength. Have fun with this one … I did! Hubby got a good laugh too!!!