Martha Stewart Scoring Board

 

I bought the Martha Steward Scoring Board and Envelope Maker on a whim while browsing at a JoAnn’s store. I really didn’t think I needed it, but it was 50% off, priced at around $15. How could I pass up such a deal? (I am, as you have probably guessed, all about tools and process.) Later I realized it sells for $12.23 at Amazon and is $19.99 at Hobby Lobby (less with coupon.)

Using the enclosed instructions, I made an envelope and a couple of boxes (out of cardstock.) I am giving Zentangle ornaments for Christmas gifts and was able to make boxes just the right size. I found instructions on Pintrest for making gift bags; credit goes to Dee Dee Beckford. I did find the paper would tear while scoring if I pressed too hard.

 

 

There are a lot of videos on the internet, especially on Pintrest, for making the pretty rosettes.  (Yes, I made this one.)

 

 

So it wasn’t a super good deal, but it is a quality tool and I am glad I bought it.

Change Purse

While not really a craft opportunity, Change Purse could be. Stay-at-home moms use their love for purses to raise money to bring awareness to and rescue victims of sex trafficking. They collect new and gently used purses which they resell on the Change Purse website, with proceeds going to organizations that rescue potential and victims of sex trafficking.  I can see fabric artist making unique, fun purses and donating them to the cause. Check out their website and store at www.changepurse.org.