Author Archives: jjstar

Jill (jjstar) here again, twice in one week… are you excited? Haha! Did you catch the tutorial earlier this week? I provided detailed instructions on how to create an Easter banner. Now I’m here to challenge you to create one of your own! Here are some other decoration items to get your creative juices going: … Read more

Jill Jarvis (aka jjstar) here with an idea on how to bring a bit of Easter into our homes! I’m here to show you how to create this banner using coasters: You of course could tailor them to whatever them you would like, have fun with it! I started out collecting some coasters while I … Read more

The Daily Routine Challenge

January 16th, 2009 | Posted by jjstar in Challenges | Hybrid Projects | Layouts - (5 Comments)

Jill here again! The challenge for this week is a sort of mini Project 365. So even if you’re not officially participating in this latest hot topic, this will still be something you can do! And if you are attempting to record a piece of everyday this year this can work for you, too! The … Read more

Personalized Treat Challenge!

November 28th, 2008 | Posted by jjstar in Challenges | Give Aways | Hybrid Projects - (4 Comments)

Jill here again! Did you read the tutorial earlier this week? Now is your chance to try your hand at personalizing a treat. With Christmas coming what better quick show of love could you do but to add a cute tag to some a few cookies or add a recipe to a tin of cookies. Here … Read more

Christmas Treat Bag Topper

November 25th, 2008 | Posted by jjstar in Hybrid Projects | Tutorials - (1 Comments)

Jill here with a treat for you on this fine Tuesday. With Christmas coming, I know Thanksgiving isn’t even here yet but nothing beats planning ahead, right?! I’m participating in a cookie exchange and need 20 half dozen bags of a non-traditional cookie. Along with the goodies we were asked to bring the recipe. So … Read more

Ad Inspiration Challenge!

October 10th, 2008 | Posted by jjstar in Challenges | Give Aways | Layouts - (6 Comments)

Are you ready for a fun challenge? This Friday’s Challenge is to use an advertisement to inspire a layout or project. We are surrounded by inspiration everyday as we drive down the road, watch television or read a magazine. Use an ad to inspire your color choice, positioning of the photos/elements or even just to springboard your … Read more