Cynthia Maynard

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Paper Crafting

FREE Patriotic Gnome Design Papers for 250th Celebration!

This year is a big one for America! It has been 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. I think it is the greatest country on Earth. I wanted to create some celebratory seamless pattern designs, and you can download them for FREE over at Patreon! These gnomes are going to light up the sky with fireworks. :) Use these for paper, print-on-demand designs, and more! I would love to see what you make with them! #patrioticgnomes Get these four designs HERE! ... View the Post

06.10.26

Paper Crafting

Autumnal Cards!

Since we are officially in the fall season, here are some fun cards using various techniques. There is some heat embossing, die cutting from ink-sprayed watercolor papers, and (my favorite) colored pencils on cardstock with the heat embossed stamping. There are a variety of companies from Sizzix to Studio Light. There are some Craftstash products, whom sadly, went out of business. Be free to use your art supplies to create unique cards! ... View the Post

10.08.25

Paper Crafting

Spellbinders Advent Calendar Cards

Sometimes a project is so good, you just have to wait a year to share it! :) Ha ha! I just forgot, guys. I created these cards using the Spellbinders Advent craft calendar, which was so fun to open. I made them for a friend who's great at sending cards for birthdays and other special occasions. I colored in the flowers with Arrtx markers and, of course, used my Distress ink pads for some added flair. If you're feeling inspired, don't be afraid to dig into your own art ... View the Post

09.10.25

Paper Crafting

Autumnal Cards!

Between my poor health and other business work, I don't get to make as many cards these days. I miss my paper crafting! I feel like everything I do takes longer now. With Autumn so close (yay!), these leafy cards may inspire you in your own paper crafting. I love the mini wooden buttons. :) The other card features a fun heat embossing technique. My favorite is Ranger Ink gold embossing powder. Just dip your die cuts in some embossing powder and melt. I love the partially embossed look. ... View the Post

08.27.25

Painting· Paper Crafting

Sizzix Scoreboard Mini Book by Eileen Hull & VIDEO

Okay, it's been a while in the paper crafting department. I have been working away a many other facets of my business. I miss journal making! I love Eileen Hull dies, so this mini book is cute and perfect for so many projects. I have a SHORT VIDEO below. The painting of this journal was a bit messier than I would have liked, but it's cute! Besides, I can always paint over it. :) I love using the Sizzix mat board. It measures thirteen inches in length, which is perfect for so many scoreboard ... View the Post

05.21.25

Paper Crafting

Latest Cards and VIDEO!

Here are some cards that I made around November. I used my colored pencils for the fun, cute animals! The circle and scalloped dies are from Elizabeth Craft Designs. I don't make a ton of cards these days. Every couple of months I create in batches, since my desk is usually covered in oil pastels or paint. :) I love die cutting from Distress-sprayed paper! The simple color and shapes are quick and effective. It's fun to go shopping in my craft room. We don't have to have ... View the Post

01.22.25

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