Carnival Style Paper Mask

Over the next 27 days, carnival celebrations will begin around the world including Carnevale Venezia and our very own Mardi Gras.

free paper mask template - click image for full size (8 x 10 inches)

Helping you celebrate the 30 days of Valentine's Day beauty and romance, I give you this paper mask template for your embellishing pleasure.

embellished paper mask

Decorating ideas can range from simple to outright over-the-top, Carnevale Venezia style. Be creative and don't be afraid to experiment but most of all, have fun!

Valentine's Day Paper Rose Tutorial

If red roses aren't the very embodiment of Valentine's Day, I don't know what is. Begin your holiday crafting with a simple, paper rose tutorial created by Wendy of dozi.

paper roses created by Wendy of dozi

Look how beautiful these can be? This arrangement is simple yet elegant and makes a perfect, everlasting Valentine's Day accent for the home.

30 Days of Beauty and Romance

Over the next 30 days expect to see images of beauty and romance in celebration of Valentine's Day. I'll be showcasing items like this digital collage available for purchase from Gallery Cat on Etsy.

faded rose digital collage

You'll find free tutorials, templates, images and just downright beautiful photos that are sure to inspire and possibly make you drool for days! Enjoy!

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Valentine's Day Vintage Corset

Valentine's Day is exactly 1 month from today and paper couture will celebrate it with 31 days of beautiful images and crafts starting with this tasty vintage corset that is sure to please even the most discriminating vintage lover.

romantic pink vintage corset

Not only is this exquisite corset the most decadent piece of lingerie I've seen yet but it will make an elegant,  romantically perfect addition to the paper wardrobe project for February.

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