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- Glittery Husbands and Easy Handmade GiftsDo you tend to wait until the last minute to make handmade gifts? (and then end up buying gift cards instead because you run out of time? 😂)Well we have lots of great ideas for you today, for simple, easy and fast handmade Christmas gifts!You'll Also Find Out:Our thoughts on the meaning of "unspeakable gift" The shocking response Melissa received when she tried to give a friend a giftThe one word you should never forget when talking to your self (and others)The fun and practical Ch...46 min
- There's No Crying in PodcastsHave you ever felt unloved? Or maybe unworthy of love? Have you wished you could have a closer walk with the Lord? You'll want to hear this conversation about the wonders of God's love and how to change not only how you feel about yourself, but how you walk in the world and how you feel about others.You'll Also Find Out:Why Melissa had to stop herself from crying during the podcastOur favorite ways to stay saturated in God's love with art journaling Which part of the Lo...43 min
- Ambulance T-shirts & Craft Room GravityWhat does comfort and joy really mean?"Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word."-2 Thess. 2:16-17Vine's Expository dictionary says that the Greek word for "comfort" here, "paraklēsis", "combines encouragement with alleviation of grief."In this special Christmas-in-July episode, we're revealing our hearts about what comfort and joy me...45 min
- The 90's, Spider Trauma & FBI Surveillance Vans - #022Melissa is back for a special edition series of the podcast! We’re celebrating Christmas in July at Pink Paper Peppermints so we’ll be discussing all things Christmas in the next few episodes.Today Melissa is introducing you to her guest co-hosts Michelle and Kathleen. They have stories of 80’s & 90’s fashion, spider trauma and FBI surveillance vans!Plus Fun Finds!Find all the links we talked about on the show here:https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/022Where to find us onlin...29 min
- Encore - Sewing on Paper and Coffee in Your Purse - Our Favorite Sewing tips, tricks and tools! #018
We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects. Enjoy this encore of Episode # 018 where we discuss tips and tricks for sewing on paper!
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Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start? Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas?
We've got it all for you today including:
-Our favorite sewing machines and threads
-A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing)
-A warning about a particular kind of thread
-The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine
-Jess's amazing tips for helping slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine
-Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper
We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues. You don't want to miss it!
Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖52 min - Encore - Blocked and Blank - What to Do About Creative Block - #006
We are taking a short hiatus to work on upcoming projects. Enjoy this encore of Episode # 006 where we discuss how we met and became friends!
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Are you feeling frustrated with your work, feeling unable to make anything pretty or just feeling stuck creatively? It's not unusual, it's all a part of the process of creating.In this week's episode Melissa shares the story of not only one of her worst creative blocks, but how it led to her friendship with Lauri and Jessica! (Romans 8:28)
We've also got tips for you, the tools we use to get out of creative block an a brand new challenge!
Find all the links we talked about in our show notes at:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/006
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖47 min - Art Journals, Prayer Journals & 500 Paper Bags - #021
In this episode we are sharing tips and ideas on art journals and prayer journals including:
-What art journaling/prayer journaling means to us-How to start an art journal
-Lots of Ideas for pre-made art journals and diy versions
-A fantastic tip for how to get an expensive journal for 50% off
-An art supply that Melissa hoarded as a child (and still does!)
-Michelle's terrific art find that replaces Melissa's favorite paint (that was discontinued)
-The new business Lauri wants to start 😂
-A 99 cent sale on one of our favorite inspirations!
Plus we learn about our guest host Michelle's unique ministry, Lauri has fun correcting our pronunciations again, and we have tips for quieting your mind at bedtime!
Find all the links we mentioned on the show in the show notes here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/021
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Special Guest Host:
Michelle Chitty
Instagram
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖46 min - Slow Stitching and the Closet of Shame. Our Favorite Stitching Tips, Tools and Ideas! #020
We are sharing our favorite stitching tips, tools and ideas with you today including:
-Our favorite fabrics to use for slow stitching
-An amazing story about a particular type of needle
-The gorgeous hand-dyed thread Jess just bought
-A trick for making your thread glide through the fabric
-A necessary tool to protect your fingers
-The amazing technique Jess discovered by accident!
-Our favorite embroidery stitches for slow stitching
Plus a discussion about Melissa's possible old age and the dreaded Closest of Shame!
We also have some fantastic fun finds, a new challenge winner and a new Word of the Week!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/020
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖49 min - Fabric Embellishments, Angel Hair and Southern Twangs. Our Best Fabric Tips, Techniques and Ideas! #019
If you love fabric embellishments or you've always wanted to make some, you will love today's show! We're sharing our best tips, techniques and ideas for fabric embellishments including:
-Some unusual fabrics that make great embellishments
-The 90's scrapbook embellishment that isn't really fabric but still fun
-A YouTube sensation that Lauri just discovered
-The tutorial that is still one of Melissa's most popular blog posts
-A game changing tip for previewing the part of the fabric design you want to use in your project without cutting your fabric!
-The fabric embellishment that Jess and Melissa can't do a page without
-How to make your own fabric paper from the tiniest scraps
-Lauri's amazing Quiet Time tip!
PLUS:
-Melissa's confession about a product she owns (and turns out Jess has the same confession!)
-A fabric yo-yo story from Melissa' childhood, a Hobby Lobby triumph and her lack of any concept of time.
We're also introducing a new twist on the Inspiration Journal challenge and we've got some interesting Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/019
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖55 min - Sewing on Paper and Coffee in Your Purse - Our Favorite Sewing tips, tricks and tools! #018
Have you always wanted to sew on paper, but don't know where to start? Or maybe you love sewing on paper and need some new tips and ideas?
We've got it all for you today including:
-Our favorite sewing machines and threads
-A sewing supply purchase that Lauri and Melissa both regret (and Melissa found traumatizing)
-A warning about a particular kind of thread
-The supply Melissa always keeps near her machine
-Jess's amazing tips for helping slippery fabric not get stuck in your machine
-Melissa's tip for getting rid of unwanted needle holes in your paper
We're also discussing what Lauri and Melissa do that gives Jessica anxiety, what Jessica did with a plastic unicorn, Melissa's tragic embroidery story, why Jessica was carrying a cup of coffee in her purse, and husband issues. You don't want to miss it!
Plus we're introducing a new prize opportunity, a new prize winner and some fantastic Fun Finds!
Find all the links we talked about on the show here:
https://www.pinkpaperpeppermints.com/018
Where to find our hosts online:
Melissa Ohlson
Shop Instagram Youtube
Lauri Thomas
Instagram Youtube
Jessica Bullock
Shop Instagram Youtube
If you enjoyed the episode would you consider leaving us a quick review? It helps other creatives find the show and we would be so grateful! 💖52 min
About Creative Faith & Friends
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A creative lifestyle podcast for women of faith. Join us for conversations about faith, art, creativity and the Word of God that will encourage and inspire you! Melissa Ohslon from…
PinkPaperPeppermints.com is joined by various co-hosts and fellow creative believers as they discuss bible journaling, faith art, junk journals, and combining faith and creativity.