Arnold Grummer's Design Team Blog

©Michele Emerson-Roberts 2015 Looks like summer is really here with temperatures around 90* and rising. Just thinking about a day at the shore brings a smile to my face. Even though I don’t like to actually swim in the ocean, I do love hearing the waves, wading in the surf and sitting under a palm tree in the shade. Follow along to create this fun card! Supplies: Any of the Arnold Grummer™ paper making kits Blender, cello sponges and soft towels Scraps of white, blue and tan paper (think junk mail, etc.) Envelopes to fit cards (or make your own with the AG envelope template) Wescott™ personal paper cutter Scor-Pal™ (Love the new 1/8 ” version) Spellbinders’ Grand Calibur II Dies: Impression Obsession™ #190-C & 78-C Spellbinders™ IN-038 Paradise Palm ColorBox Stylust™ and tips or make-up sponge Med. blue, light golden tan & green water-based ink pads Thin piece of plastic with a straight edge Beacon™ Zi...

©Michele Emerson-Roberts 2015 Did you know that Arnold Grummer has wonderful blank books that can be used for photo albums, journals, guest books or scrapbooks? They are called “Books a' la Carte” and come with great instructions. They are easy to assemble, and make terrific gifts for any occasion. I have used the “Photo Album” set for today’s project. This will be a birthday gift for a dear friend who loves the ocean. The book will be filled with sketches, poems and saying about the sea. Supplies: Any of the Arnold Grummer™ paper making kits A sunny window Blender, cello sponges and soft towels Westcott™ paper trimmer & scissors Scraps of ivory or off white, taupe and tan paper (think junk mail, etc.) Dried crushed leaves or old spices Arnold Grummer’s #2720 “Books a' la Carte” kit Raffia for binding (I wanted a different thread than came with the kit) Large eyed needle Scor-Tape Beacon QuickGrip™ adhesive Tiny sea ...