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Charlet Mallett • Paper Crafter • Designer • Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator
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Working craft room in Maine home - Studio Showcase

October 30, 2021

It’s been ages since I’ve posted and shared pictures of my studio. This room is my home office and also my craft room. It’s basically my happy place.

I recently added some paper storage to my space. I ordered these 8.5” x 11” storage units from Stamp n Storage. I love how they instantly organized my space. I created a REEL about this process and you can see it on my instagram @i.heart.stamps - I also snapped a few quick photos of the space and send them into Stamp n Storage to be entered into their Studio Showcase.

Guess what?!! I was selected as the September 2021 Stamp - n - Storage Studio Showcase winner. Yippee. I am super excited. You can read my interview and the article on the Stamp - n - Storage blog.

I figured it would be cool if I shared a few additional photos of my studio. My work space is always evolving as I tweak, purge and add to my craft stash. You can also see snippets of this room and previous rooms on instagram using the hashtag #charletscraftroom

During the day this studio serves as my office. I work at home as a freelance graphic designer. My desk is large enough that I have a clear space to use my laptop computer as well as areas that can hold the current craft project.

This room also has a TV, sewing machine, Brother Cut and Scan and other random tools. Those items are shown in various photos below.

My studio has four few built-in book cases (one in each corner of the room). I added some storage units from Ikea. These drawers above are from IKEA - Alex Drawers . The drawers hold my ribbon and embellishments. The bottom three drawers are deeper and are perfect for SU ribbon spools. I have the ribbon lined up and I can easily pull one out when I want to use it.

I like keeping all the embellishments in the SU packaging / old plastic containers. I store these on their sides. You can see inside these containers easy enough. These fit in the top drawers perfectly. I keep these containers and put other embellishments in them when they are empty.

A couple folks have asked about the rug. I purchased this rug from Boutique Rugs. I love it and it’s held up nicely. It’s called the Horsley. Here is the link.

The photo above shows the fireplace that is in the room. So nice when it’s freezing in winter. On the right side of the photos is an antique postage organizer that I found at a local flea market. I use it to store my finished cards (organized by theme / occasion).

Here are a couple of photos of the built-in bookcases. I painted these white and use them to store and showcase all sort of mini collections. Some of the things I collect are: background stamps, flower frogs, antique ribbon spools, and antique office tools.

Thanks for taking a minute to enjoy this space with me. I appreciate all the DM and comments, it’s so wonderful when others share the same passion. Have a great day! Charlet

Tags Craft Room, Craft Storage, Storage, organizing, color organization
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Sweet Stockings - Tutorial Medley October

October 28, 2021

Hello friends! I’ve joined up with 25 Stampin’ Up! demonstrators to create one project a month with a full set of instructions. It’ called the TUTORIAL MEDLEY. I don’t usually type up full instructions so this might be a huge bonus for you.

Here is my project for October. This Sweet Stocking bundle is so cute and every project I’ve seen with it is adorable! A full list of supplies, measurements and instructions are below.

Supplies: 

·      Stamp Set: Sweet Little Stockings (156282)

·      Cardstock:  Thick Basic White (159229), Crumb Cake (120953), Kraft (156325)

·      Ink: Tuxedo Black Pad (132708)

·      Tools & Accessories:  Stockings Dies (156288), White Baker’s Twine (000000), Stampin Blends: Crumb Cake (154882), Cherry Cobbler (154880), Pool Party (154894) Polished Pink (155520), Matte Decorate Dots (156289), Timber 3D Embossing Folder (156406), Stampin Dimensionals (104430)

·      Designer Paper: Sweet Stockings (156281)

Measurements: 

·      Card Base: Crumb Cake 11” x 4-1/4”. Score at 5-1/2”.

·      Layer #1:  DSP 4-1/4 x 3”

·      Layer #2: DSP 4 x 3”

·      Small pieces Thick Basic White and Kraft for die cuts

Instructions:

·      Cut and score card base. Fold in half.

·      Cut red DSP pattern to 4-1/4 x 3”. Center and mount to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

·      Cut Pool Party DSP pattern to 4 x 3”. Center and adhere to Red DSP piece.

·      Emboss the Kraft paper using the Timber Emboss folder. Cut out a small piece that is ½” x 2”. Mount to Pool Party DSP 5/8” from the top.

·      Stamp kitty head, Santa hat, and candy cane in Tuxedo Black ink and cut out using dies.

·      Color Kitty head using Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends.

·      Color Santa hat and Cany Canes using Cherry Cobbler and Polished Pink Stampin’ Blends.

·      Die cut large red and green stocking from DSP.

·      Assemble kitty head, Santa hat, candy cane and stocking and adhere together. 

·      Mount assembled stocking to card front.

·      Stamp “Santa Paws” greeting in Tuxedo Black onto a piece of 3-1/2” x ¾” piece of Basic White cardstock. Center on stocking and mount to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. 

·      Randomly place 3 small Matte Decorative Dots to Pool Party DSP.

·      Tie a small bow using White Baker’s Twine. Adhere to stocking hanger.

 

Product List
Sweet Little Stockings Bundle (English)
Sweet Little Stockings Bundle (English)
[156798]
$47.50
Sweet Stockings 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
Sweet Stockings 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[156281]
$11.50
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
[159229]
$8.25
Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad
Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad
[155576]
$7.50
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
[132708]
$6.00
Versamark Pad
Versamark Pad
[102283]
$9.50
Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
[154880]
$9.00
Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
[154882]
$9.00
Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
[155520]
$9.00
Stampin' Dimensionals
Stampin' Dimensionals
[104430]
$4.00
Stampin' Seal
Stampin' Seal
[152813]
$8.00
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
White Stampin' Emboss Powder
[109132]
$6.00
Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
[129053]
$30.00
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[120953]
$8.75
Kraft 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Paper Pack
Kraft 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Paper Pack
[156325]
$6.00
Timber 3 D Embossing Folder
Timber 3 D Embossing Folder
[156406]
$10.00
Baker's Twine Essentials Pack
Baker's Twine Essentials Pack
[155475]
$11.00
Add All to Cart
Tags Sweet Stockings, Tutorial Medley
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Global Design Project - GDP315

October 25, 2021
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THEME WEEK! Play along with us.

Have you guys been following along the @global_design_project instagram account? We are all so impressed with all of the weekly card submissions for the GDP challenges. Seriously impressed. You all are so talented. Want to play along? Details below.

PLAY ALONG:

Create a NEW project that reflects the current challenge

3 ways to play:

1. Post your entry to @global_design_project instagram

2. Post your entry to Global Design Project Facebook page

3. Post to the Global Design Project Blog

Remember to and tag us with the weekly challenge hashtag. #GDP282 or #globaldesignproject

Deadline for entries closes each Sunday at 18:00 CET.

Like this card? Want to make it? Project supplies can be found below.
I would LOVE to be your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator. If you live in the United States you can order your paper crafting supplies from my online store. So easy. THANK YOU!

Tags Global Design Project
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Monday Montage 200 - Let's Celebrate!

October 24, 2021

Hello friends. Welcome to the Montage Montage Blog hop. Today marks the 200th hop! Let’s Celebrate!

This week I am playing with the ‘Peaceful Deer’ Bundle and pulling in a few random elements from my scrap stash to create a CELEBRATE card.

This hop is all about celebrating the 200th edition of Monday Montage and I cannot wait to see what my friend have created.

The Monday Montage crew is a talented bunch. A quick refresher: the Montage gals host a blog hop every other Monday showing you fun and exciting Stampin’ Up! products.

Ready for more Stampin’ Up! inspiration? Be sure to loop through the entire hop and see all of the amazing artwork created just to inspire! Next up is Cheryl. Thanks for stopping by.

 
 

In case you get lost....Monday Montage

Amy O’Neill

Breelin Renwick

Cathy Casey

Charlet Mallett - YOU ARE HERE

Cheryl Curtis

Dani Dziama

Elizabeth Price

Julie Warnick

Melissa Stout

Wendy Weixler

Like this card? Want to make it?
I would LOVE to be your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator. If you live in the United States you can order your paper crafting supplies from my online store. So easy. THANK YOU!

Product List
Peaceful Deer Bundle (English)
Peaceful Deer Bundle (English)
[156391]
$36.00
Wonderful Snowflakes
Wonderful Snowflakes
[156340]
$6.00
Christmas Trees Dies
Christmas Trees Dies
[156339]
$35.00
3/8" (1 Cm) Fine Art Ribbon
3/8" (1 Cm) Fine Art Ribbon
[154561]
$7.50
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels
[151193]
$6.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
[132708]
$6.00
Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
[147105]
$7.50
Sponge Daubers
Sponge Daubers
[102892]
$10.95
Stampin' Dimensionals
Stampin' Dimensionals
[104430]
$4.00
Stampin' Seal
Stampin' Seal
[152813]
$8.00
Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[146982]
$8.75
Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[100867]
$8.75
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
[159229]
$8.25
Adorning Designs Decorative Masks
Adorning Designs Decorative Masks
[156328]
$8.00
Add All to Cart
Tags Monday Montage, Peaceful Deer
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