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Do you tend to wait until the last minute to make handmade gifts? (and then end up buying gift cards instead because you run out of time? 😂) Well we have lots of great ideas for you today, for simple, easy and fast handmade Christmas gifts! You'll Also Find Out: Our thoughts on the meaning of "unspeakable gift"  The shocking response Melissa received when she tried to give a friend a gift The one word you should never forget when talking to your self  (and others) The fun and practical Christmas journal Michelle wants to make this year Which of her tools Melissa had to lay to rest and why 😭 Why Melissa can't talk (we don't actually answer this question it's more of an observation) What tool Kathleen buys by the bagful! The craft supply that Melissa refuses to use What Michelle's new stencil obsession is Plus Kathleen's Trio of Tips (plus one) that have Melissa and Michelle ooohing and ahhing! And of course more  Art Supply Talk and Fun Finds! Want to be a part of the show?  Leave us a voicemail here! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/025 Where to find us online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Michelle Instagram   Youtube Kathleen Instagram If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

Have you ever felt unloved?  Or maybe unworthy of love?  Have you wished you could have a closer walk with the Lord?   You'll want to hear this conversation about the wonders of God's love and how to change not only how you feel about yourself, but how you walk in the world and how you feel about others. You'll Also Find Out: Why Melissa had to stop herself from crying during the podcast Our favorite ways to stay saturated in God's love with art journaling  Which part of the Lord's Prayer Kathleen has wanted to skip in the past and why Melissa's weird theory about universe vibrations and the devil The official food of Pink Paper Peppermints Michelle's favorite tool that writes over paint The art tool Melissa can't figure out how to work The two tools Kathleen recommends that are paper crafting game-changers Plus Art Supply Talk and Fun Finds! Want to be a part of the show?  Leave us a voicemail here! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/024 Where to find us online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Michelle Instagram   Youtube Kathleen Instagram If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

What does comfort and joy really mean? "Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word." -2 Thess. 2:16-17 Vine's Expository dictionary says that the Greek word for "comfort" here, "paraklēsis",  "combines encouragement with alleviation of grief." In this special Christmas-in-July episode, we're revealing our hearts about what comfort and joy means to us. You'll also find out: What an "ambulance t-shirt" isWhat art book we've been working through togetherSome of our favorite art journaling supplies from the bookThe distress ink "hack" Melissa has been loving Her secret weapon for dried out baby wipesMichelle's favorite pen setKathleen's clever printable organization systemHow to tell if you have "Craft Room Gravity" issues  Plus we're sharing lots of fun and creative ideas for spreading comfort and joy to those around you including strangers, first responders and family members. As always we have fantastic new Fun Finds! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/023 Where to find us online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Michelle Instagram   Youtube Kathleen Instagram If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

Melissa is back for a special edition series of the podcast!  We’re celebrating Christmas in July at Pink Paper Peppermints so we’ll be discussing all things Christmas in the next few episodes. Today Melissa is introducing you to her guest co-hosts Michelle and Kathleen.  They have stories of 80’s & 90’s fashion, spider trauma and FBI surveillance vans! Plus Fun Finds! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/022 Where to find us online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Michelle Instagram   Youtube Kathleen Instagram If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects.  Enjoy this encore of Episode # 018 where we discuss tips and tricks for sewing on paper! --------------------------------------------------- Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start?  Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas? We've got it all for you today including: -Our favorite  sewing machines and threads -A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing) -A warning about a particular kind of thread -The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine -Jess's amazing tips for helping  slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine -Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues.  You don't want to miss it! Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects.  Enjoy this encore of Episode # 006 where we discuss how we met and became friends! ---------------------------- Are you feeling frustrated with your work, feeling unable to make anything pretty or just feeling stuck creatively?  It's not unusual, it's all a part of the process of creating. In this week's episode Melissa shares the story of not only one of her worst creative blocks, but how it led to her friendship with Lauri and Jessica! (Romans 8:28) We've also got tips for you, the tools we use to get out of creative block an a brand new challenge! Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/006 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

In this episode we are sharing tips and ideas on art journals and prayer journals including: -What art journaling/prayer journaling means to us  -How to start an art journal -Lots of Ideas for pre-made art journals and diy versions -A fantastic tip for how to get an expensive journal for 50% off -An art supply that Melissa hoarded as a child (and still does!) -Michelle's terrific art find that replaces Melissa's favorite paint (that was discontinued) -The new business Lauri wants to start 😂 -A 99 cent sale on one of our favorite inspirations! Plus we learn about our guest host Michelle's unique ministry, Lauri has fun correcting our pronunciations again, and we have tips for quieting your mind at bedtime! Find all the links we mentioned on the show in the show notes here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/021 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Special Guest Host: Michelle Chitty Instagram Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

We are sharing our favorite stitching tips, tools and ideas with you today including: -Our favorite fabrics to use for slow stitching -An amazing story about a particular type of needle -The gorgeous hand-dyed thread Jess just bought -A trick for making your thread glide through the fabric -A necessary tool to protect your fingers -The amazing technique Jess discovered by accident! -Our favorite embroidery stitches for slow stitching Plus a discussion about Melissa's possible old age and the dreaded Closest of Shame! We also have some fantastic fun finds, a new challenge winner and a new Word of the Week! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/020 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

If you love fabric embellishments or you've always wanted to make some, you will love today's show!  We're sharing our best tips, techniques and ideas for fabric embellishments including: -Some unusual fabrics that make great embellishments -The 90's scrapbook embellishment that isn't really fabric but still fun -A YouTube sensation that Lauri just discovered -The tutorial that is still one of Melissa's most popular blog posts -A game changing tip for  previewing the part of the fabric design you want to use in your project without cutting your fabric! -The fabric embellishment that Jess and Melissa can't do a page without -How to make your own fabric paper from the tiniest scraps -Lauri's  amazing Quiet Time tip! PLUS: -Melissa's confession about a product she owns (and turns out Jess has the same confession!) -A fabric yo-yo story from Melissa' childhood, a Hobby Lobby triumph and her lack of any concept of time. We're also introducing a new twist on the Inspiration Journal challenge and we've got some interesting Fun Finds! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/019 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start?  Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas? We've got it all for you today including: -Our favorite  sewing machines and threads -A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing) -A warning about a particular kind of thread -The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine -Jess's amazing tips for helping  slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine -Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues.  You don't want to miss it!  Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

Do you find Collage Art Dolls creepy or cute?  Do you use your iron for clothes or crafts?  Do you know what Mississippi Slap Collage is?? These are some of the questions we're mulling over today plus lots of tips and ideas for using fabric in your journals and collage including: -Sew and No-Sew methods -Using beeswax with fabric -Our favorite adhesives to use with fabric (with a warning) -Melissa's secret to using even the tiniest scraps of fabrics -Sources for low cost or even free fabric! -A  cheap and easy trick for getting a quilted look in your fabric collage -And lots more! We're also discussing Lauri's laundry issues, a new hashtag and the embarrassing comment Melissa's youngest son said the first time he saw an ironing board! Plus we have a new challenge, a new prize winner announcement and some fantastic Fun Finds for you! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/017 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖

Have you been bitten by the Gel Plate bug?  We have and have so many tips and ideas to share with you today! Including: -How to gel print without a gel plate! -Our favorite plates & tools -How to ruin a gel plate?! -Jess's tip for using packing tape without the shine! (so good) -Melissa's tip for keeping your stamps clean while you're working -Pan Pastels on the gel plate -A new tool that sounds amazing -A crazy idea that Jess is going to try! -A new product idea we wish someone would invent And more! Plus 3 new Fun Finds and a new Prize Winner! Find all the links we talked about on the show here: https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/016 Where to find our hosts online: Melissa Ohlson Shop  Instagram  Youtube Lauri Thomas Instagram   Youtube Jessica Bullock Shop  Instagram  Youtube If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review?  It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖