Pixelated Images with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing how I created a pixelated image using the Paper Smooches Cross Stitch die! 

I love this die sooooooo much! I have so many ideas for it that don't include stitching! One day I will share my ideas:) I actually shared a similar design for the CardMaker + Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L blog hop {HERE} at the beginning of November. Many of you wanted more details so I thought I would make a video! 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Summer Lovin; Paper Smooches dies: Cross Stitch

I hope that you are inspired to try making some pixelated images using foam tape, glitter (or flocking!!!), and your Cross Stitch die! 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

10-ish Minute Cards with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing how I create a quick and easy card in 10 minutes or less.... well, that's the goal 😜

I was challenged by the CardMaker editor to create some easy cards, and I decided to make a process video to prove that I did in fact make a card under 10 minutes. Funny thing is that I stopped the clock and then added twine! It took less than thirty seconds so I was still under the 10 minute mark! LOL! 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Courteous Cuties and Hello Sampler; Paper Smooches dies: Courteous Cuties Icons, Hearts, and Hello Love

I hope that you are inspired by my quick and easy cards, and that you will try some of my tips and tricks for your next creation! I know I didn't really follow my own advice for my creations... but I can guarantee that if YOU do, then you will have more success than I did:) LOL! 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post if you are inspired by anything you see on our education blog!!! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Butterflies and Bats with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today (I'm baaaaaaaaaaaack! HOOOOOORAY!) sharing a fun little trick to turn your butterfly die cuts into Halloween bats! 

Here's the video- it's super short! *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches dies: Butterfly Duet

I hope that you will create your own butterfly bats using the PS butterfly dies- there are several butterfly die cuts and ALL of them make a super cute bat! 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Creating a Base for Line Art Dies with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a quick video on how to create bases for line art dies! 

Line art dies are die cuts that create line outlines. Here's a couple of samples: Dinosaur, Kind Bear, Pineapple 2. 

The easiest way to create a base is to "emboss and cut" this die cut image. Check out my video for how I do this! *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

I hope that you are inspired to create your own bases for your Paper Smooches line art dies! Remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post so I can check them out!!! 

Be sure to check out our PS July challenge- ANYTHING GOES! Create some bases for your line art dies and enter to win a $50 gift certificate! Click HERE for more details! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Bible Journaling #3 {Psalm 55:17} with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing another bible journaling process video using some of the NEW PS July release dies. ***This is also a great project for the PS July Anything Goes challenge! 

I love this NEW Prayers die- it's actually two separate pieces so it worked out that I wanted to use the first half for my page. **NOTE: I say that my next project/bible journaling page should be about waiting patiently. I jokingly say that I don't think there is a bible verse about that- but I KNOW there is! LOL! 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Tick Tock [retired[; Paper Smooches dies: Prayers, Pointers, and Always & Forever

I hope that you will use some PS stamps/dies on your next project or bible journaling page.  ANNNNNNNNNNND I hope you will join in the fun with the PS July Anything Goes challenge! You could WIN a $50 Paper Smooches gift certificate! ***Oh how I wish I could win! I have such a large list of stamps/dies that I want:) 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Bible Journaling #2 {1 Cor. 16:14} with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a process video for my latest bible journaling page that was inspired by a DaySpring home decor piece. 

For my page, I used an old homemade stencil that I created for two other Virtual Smooches vides HERE and HERE. I love that this stencil is reusable! And I love the placements of the hearts:)

This verse/page is a reminder to me that I need to do ALL things in love. Sometimes my flesh wins and I'm selfish wanting gain or approval or I want control. I also might try to manipulate the situation or people... that's not how I want to be. I want to be God-controlled and do things (even things I don't want to do) in LOVE. 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Alphadot; Paper Smooches dies: Tiny Hearts, Love & Cherish, Hearts, and Linked Hearts

Here's my sweet little friend, Eda- she created some beautiful colored pages for my bible, as well as the green washi tape finger puppets in my video! LOL! :) Age is not a factor when crafting, creating, or learning about God! 

I hope that you are inspired to create your own stencil using Paper Smooches dies--- or that you will create a bible journaling page for 1 Corinthians 16:14!!! Remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

PS May FLOWER challenge with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a process video of the card for the PS May FLOWER challenge!

Trav really loves this card- and even said that he didn't know I watercolored the flowers with inks until after he watched my video 😜 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Blossoming Buds

I hope that you are inspired by some of my tips and tricks and that you will play along with our PS May FLOWER challenge! You could WIN a $50 Paper Smooches gift certificate! ***Oh how I wish I could win! I have such a large list of stamps/dies that I want:) 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Argyle Design (using the NEW Harlequin die) with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a fun way to use the NEW PS Harlequin die!! Kim actually challenged me to think of a way to make argyle... and this is what I came up with:) 

I think that this argyle design is super easy to create... but I kind of have an issue with words in the video! That's typical for me;) 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Incognito, Hooties, Daddy Yo, Autumn Groves; Paper Smooches dies: Harlequin, Dots & Dashes, Hooties Icons, Daddy Yo Icons, Mustaches, Dad Icons, Tiny Hearts

I mention in the video that I've shared two other videos with techniques to extend your dies or how to partial die cut. Click HERE and HERE to check those out! 

I hope that you will create an argyle design on your next creation! Remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Gift Bag Decorations {Rule of 3} with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a fun way to dress up your gift bags or gifts! These gifts are also perfect for the PS 2017 April SHOWERS challenge! Click HERE to enter our challenge.

I have a super amazing friend getting married in NINE days!!!!!! And one of my favorite gifts to give brides (along with my other favorite gift: The Power of a Praying Wife/Husband books) is a week of goodies to wear each day before the BIG day! These gifts are secret... but what I can tell you is that decorating the bags was SUPER easy because I used the "Rule of 3"- use 3 (or 4) elements to make your gift or gift bag pop or extra special. 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches dies: Tags, Cute Cluster

I hope that you are inspired to add some decorations to your next gift bag (or Easter bag of goodies) using the "Rule of 3". ANNNNNNNNNNND I hope you will join in the fun with the PS 2017 April SHOWERS challenge! You could WIN a $50 Paper Smooches gift certificate! ***Oh how I wish I could win! I have such a large list of stamps/dies that I want:) 

And remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

Drum roll please.... 🥁🥁🥁 ...

We have a Virtual Smooches FF to share today! It's been so long! I have been wondering if you are inspired by my videos at all;) LOL! 

This week's Virtual Smooches Featured Fan is.......... Sue Reynolds! I love how she was inspired by several of our videos from the VS blog! Be sure to check out her blog HERE---she even decorated the inside of her card! LOVE it! 

Congrats to Sue! Please email me at {savannahland2 at comcast dot net} to receive your VS FF badge!!! 

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Shaped Interactive Animal Cards with Savannah O'Gwynn

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Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing a fun idea using the NEW PS Animal Card dies!

These shaped interactive cards are super easy to make~ and sooooooo cute!!! 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

Paper Smooches stamps: Critter Puns; Paper Smooches dies: Bear Frog Card, Cat Dog Card, Hearts, Bam Bubbles

I hope that you are inspired to make a shaped interactive animal card for your next project:) Remember to link up your creations to our Inspired By Virtual Smooches post!!! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

4th Anniversary GIVEAWAY WINNERS

Hello, friends:)

THANK YOU so much for joining in the fun and checking out our video for the 4th anniversary! I enjoyed reading your comments and seeing which videos you watched for extra points/etc.

I do feel like I should clarify a couple of things:

1. I am not Kim! LOL! I work for Kim who is the owner of Paper Smooches and all of the amazing stamp/die designs! I wish I was Kim- she's amazing!

2. Trav and I have been married for 10 years;) This is my 4th year creating videos for Paper Smooches' video blog, Virtual Smooches.

Hope that info helps clear up a few questions/etc!!

Ok---- now on to our winners!

Thank you to those who left love, comments, encouragement, etc! And thanks for watching our video:)

PS $25 gift certificate winner: Julie Tucker-Wolek

PS $15 gift certificate winner: Milka Gubo

Crafty package winner: Rosy Newlun

And for our fourth prize... it was unknown what I was going to give away or how... but I've thought about it and I think I'm going to do another giveaway to those who regularly visit this blog or my blog or my YouTube channel. More details to come:) I wish I could giveaway a prize to everyone!

Congrats to the winners! Please contact me {savannahland2 @ comcast dot net} to claim your prize! Prizes must be claimed within 5 days of this post. 

THANKS again to all who joined in the fun! It's an honor to work for Kim... it's crazy that I get to create with her stamps/dies and make videos.... and it blesses me when you are inspired and watch my videos! And I def. feel loved when you comment <3 THANK YOU!

More videos to come!!!!!!!

Have a great day! HUGS! Lots of love, Sav

4th Anniversary Video + GIVEAWAY with Savannah O'Gwynn

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**Giveaway details below!!!!!! 

Savannah O'Gwynn here today sharing my 4th anniversary video!!!!!!!!!!! Travis and I didn't get around to creating one last year (sorry about that)... hopefully you enjoy this video and laugh along with us as you learn more about what's been going on in Savannahland2 the last 2 years (or 2 months)! 

Here's the video *****Be sure to change your settings to HD before watching! THANKS! 

I have a couple of giveaways to share with you! I wouldn't be crafting and creating videos each month if it weren't for YOU! So to say THANK YOU I've got some giveaways. Be sure to read all the instructions and play fair!!! 

You could win: 

1. Kim's one of my sponsors (thanks, Kim!)! She is giving away a $25 gift cerficiate to PS
2. I am giving away a $15 gift certificate to PS
3. I am also giving away a prize package with some of my favorite goodies including a little travel bag to carry all of this stuff (not pictured). 

****I might throw in another prize package or gift certificate if we get lots of video views, comments on the blogs, and followers! Be sure to share this with all of your crafty friends to "unlock" this fourth gift! 

Giveaway details: please complete requirements using the Rafflecopter below. Please be honest and fair- only check off the boxes that you've completed. I will be checking when picking winners. Deadline for giveaway: Wednesday, March 15 at 11:59pm PST. 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

I seriously cannot thank you enough for all of your love and support over the last 4 years! It's an honor to work with Kim and share my creations and videos with you! Here's to another amazing year and crafty inspiration!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU! 

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:) I love hearing from the VS followers when you've created something based off of one of our videos:) So keep leaving comments and links- you could be our next Virtual Smooches FF!!! ***If you don't have a blog-- email me a pic and let me know what inspired you!!! 

(savannahland2 at comcast dot net)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}