Discover the BIG Paper Craft Trends for 2024 you NEED to know!
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- In this video, I'm sharing my 2024 predictions looking at the next big paper craft trends. I'm predicting some of the important trends for paper craft that I think are sure to have an impact for paper crafters of all kinds!! From card makers to junk journalers to mini album makers to scrapbookers, these are the must see trends for 2024 you'll want to know! What format that Scrapbooking will take? Is Scrapbooking outdated? What will be the impact of digital scrapbooking and the minimalist movement? I chat trending colours, my prediction for paper craft icons in 2024 and so much more! This video will give you a sneak peak at my top 2024 predictions for paper craft trends for the year ahead.
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0:00 - Intro.
0:31 - Trending Colours.
1:56 - Not just Gold and Silver.
2:54 - Mixed Media Supplies.
3:14 - Trendy Albums.
3:51 - A Digital boom.
4:58 - Craft Punches and Dies.
6:48 - Make it Mini.
7:30 - Less is more.
8:09 - Are you up for a Challenge?
8:41 - Black is back, baby.
10:13 - What is this 'Cute Vintage'?
11:20 - Fruit Salad 🍌
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What were my 2023 predictions? How many did I get right?? Find out by watching this video next: ua-cam.com/video/YJ5Kpv-29O8/v-deo.htmlsi=epn9Q1BCL3hHBsHp
I'm with you, I wish for smaller collections again as well. Creative decision fatigue is real!
It sure is Cindy! Thanks for popping by today and spending a little of your creative time with me 💗💗💗
My plan for 2023 is to use up what I have before I buy more paper. More people are reaching retirement age because more people were born in the year 1957 than any year before or since, and many are downsizing. Smaller craft rooms mean less storage space and fewer supplies. That’s my prediction 😅 Thanks for your stash-busting videos! ❤
Yep... I'm a big fan of using what you have and I LOVE your prediction and totally agree. Less is the new more and I can certainly jump on board with that! ❤️ Thanks so much for hanging out with me today Lisa and sharing your thoughts.
I totally agree! We have recently retired and are downsizing everything. Smaller house means a smaller craft space unfortunately but that’s ok. I am trying to use up what I have and now I really look at something before I buy it to make sure I can use it in several different ways.
I have seen a more simplified approach to memory keeping-not necessarily by younger scrappers-through creative journaling using products such as travelers notebooks, journals, stop the blur by Heidi Swapp, Ali Edwards story kits, etc.
I bet you will love your new simplified space@@marciakujawa1525 even if it is a bit smaller. It will be filled with only the things you love.
Yes, Travellers Journals, I forgot about those... they are a great option.@@SandraE_ I think they kind of fit into the 'mini album' theme I mentioned... they are essentially little books of memories. They are fun too!
Great predictions. I hope you're right with the mini collections! I definitely think that punches and dies are making a comeback! I love mine and have been more selective about my buying and have added a die set for a splurge instead of a new collection so that i can get more use out of it and hopefully use up more of my stash!
Thank you! Yes, the whole mini collections thing I would LOVE to see!!! So glad you enjoyed this one... and yes, here's to using up more of our stashes in 2024 🎉
I'm on a spending freeze challenging myself to use up old stash in new ways. Ive found it really fun and satisfying . Budget is tight so I wont be decluttering. I hope black is back in style. I love black on a page. Btw... love the pattern on your shirt!! Thanks for another yearly prediction video. I always enjoy them!
I love a good spending freeze challenge, it's a great way to really focus on your stash. Yep, I knew many would be happy about the black, I'm still not SUPER keen on it but hey, I'll give it a go at some point. I'm actually wearing a dress and I love this one...it's super comfortable to wear too!
Hi Gwen. I can’t believe it’s time for 2024 predictions! This year flew by, and it doesn’t seem so long ago when you were predicting 2023. I love peach and forest green, so I’m excited to see the colors that they use with it. I also love black, so bring it on! I’m crossing my fingers for more mini collections, too. Punches and dies add so much dimension to layouts without the bulk, so that makes me happy. Thank you for sharing your predictions. It’ll be fun to see how many come to fruition. 😊
I know right!! 2024 wizzed by! I'm nervous about the black BUT I knew so many would be very pleased to see this. I'm most excited about those black and metallic combos, I've already seen a few cards like that and they are STUNNING! I've give it a go, I'll find a way to make the black still feel like me... maybe I'll just add tiny tiny pops of it 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for hanging out with me today xo
Thank you for sharing your predictions Gwen . The only collection that I used every bit of was many years ago . It was basic grey periphery . I love that peachy colour so I really am hoping for some interesting colour combinations in 2024 . Happy Holidays and all the best for 2024
Ohhh I remember that one Louise, I loved their collections. 💗 I can't wait to see what other combos come out with that peach tone, it will be fun to see. Happy Holidays to you too lovely 🎄
Fruits are the neutral design for all of us who hates bows, birds & flowers that are in everything. I love fruity things!
I'm confused... are you saying that there are people out there that don't like bows???? That's wild!! 🎀 🎀 🎀 Bows are my absolute favourite!! xox
You know Gwen, I find your predictions spot on and curiously accurate. Using what you have, carefully curated collections, stash busting, minimalism...yes...I see it. So fun to have you point out your list with justifications. I subscribed today.
Wow, thank you Lauren! Your comment has made my morning ☀️ Thanks for popping by today and sharing your thoughts.
For me I use more black in an album that has a theme. Like an a fancy dress party. We had several graduation parties that were black and pink, black and gold over the years. They always look classic. I find more non-crafters responsed well to them. I'm working on an anniversary album with dark navy, silver and bits of white. It creates a bold contrast.
Hey Jennifer 🌸 I love black on themed albums too, I've been keeping an eye on the graduation ones as I will need to make one soon, they are always stunning. I like the black and white wedding theme too. Your anniversary album sounds lovely! Thanks for popping by the channel today and sharing your ideas.
I stopped buying collections at least 5+ years ago, as I am not a follower, but like my own creations. I often find I can even mimic much of the creations with a little effort.
That's fab!! Love that you are doing your own thing and using what you have. 👌
Hi Gwen. I enjoyed your predictions video last year and I'm happy you did another one! I predict that we will see more retro 60's/70's style groovy lettering in collections. I make and sell t shirts and I've been seeing retro lettering everywhere on designs. I'm not going to be on an official spending freeze but I'm planning to continue purchasing thoughtfully with a focus on using up remainders of collections as well as untouched collections in my stash. Earlier this year I challenged myself to use up remainders and it was so satisfying to create pages from scraps and bits leftover from collections I loved. Thank you for your videos, I have truly enjoyed them this year and I wish for you continued creative success in the new year 🧡
Thanks Jean! I love these videos too, they are fun to make and try to get my predictions right! I'm pretty happy with my guesses from last year, hopefully I can do as well for 2024. Interesting that you've seen the groovy letting coming up, I haven't noticed that but I'll keep an eye out for it now. Good on you for spending more thoughtfully, it's the way to go for sure! I'm so glad you've enjoyed the videos this year, thanks for hanging out with me xoxo
It will be interesting to see what 2024 brings. I am in love with the Patone Colour for 2024. I love any pretty colour bright or pastel, I just happy to have something pretty to scrapbook with. I often admire the things I see made with Altenew and PinkFresh stamp and die sets but they are a bit out of my budget. Mini albums are very popular. I think these definitely will stay a popular trend. They make great gifts to. I don’t really worry about trends. I just create in my own way. I love using my cutting dies and I love making paper bows Lots of my projects feature bows. I am always trying to find ways to add them to my layouts and cards.
Thank you for your video. I enjoyed hearing your predictions for 2024. I am very excited to see what you are going to create in 2024.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😃
You just can't go wrong with a pretty colour right! I love it too, so soft and lovely. The Altenew stamp and dies are a bit pricy, I think the Pink Fresh ones are a little better, the conversion to Aussie dollars is not good 😱 The ones I've bought are all pretty general ones, I tried to choose ones that could be used for a lot of different cards to help make them feel like better value. I'm so glad you agree with me on the bows... they really are the cutest things ever to add to a project! I have lots planned for 2024, it's going to be a fun year! Wishing you a wonderful Christmas Maree, I hope you have a lovely restful time with your lovely family and I hope those twins are spoilt!! xox Thanks so much for your support this year, it really does mean the world. 🥰
Thanks such a great video!❤
Thank you so much for popping by today Mary... I hope I get a lot of these right! 🥰
Smaller collections = great idea! I also feel a need to move closer to minimalism. Last year, I did declutter my craft room, but intend to do it again. This was a fun video 😊
Thanks so much lovely! I need another clean out too. I'm going to retreat in May so I think I'll be taking some of my stash along for those creative friends.
Hi Gwen! I was very interested to see your predictions. I agreed with quite a few. Here's what I thought : Colours: Yes the peaches and apricot, golden summer tones are going to continue a la the altenew ink set from this year. There will also be black (agree) but alongside it, very dark shades of green, magenta, blue, I also think in card making you're going to see a trend for layered shades of white and off white and extremely light pastel tints. Metallic black, gold, copper, maybe more silver too. Metallic ephemera like sequins, as well as black and white ones.
Mixed media supplies : agree, and people will be looking for budget items.
Mini albums will be huge. Handmade Mini books are a trend in education as well and they are a way for young children to document their experiences at kindy or ECE. They are highly valued by families so i see it spreading fast over 24/5 and onwards as teachers look to less onerous methods of documentation and assessment, which are innovative and valued not only by families but which speak to the history of the institution and its embedded practices.
People will be subscribing to kits which are modular like hipkit, citrus twist, spellbinders as a way to craft within a budget, also as you said, minimalism, stash busting, shopping your stash will be popular.
Now..... DUN DUN DUN...... I think fruits are on the way out, and I won't be surprised if we see florals like grevilleas in the apricot/peach/golden shades. Also think we are not finished with humming birds, sunbirds and honey eaters. I'm wondering if some more up to trend dog stamp and die collections might turn up.
Sadly I think we will be seeing less and less from Tim, but some distress and shabby techniques seem to be rearing their heads again and let's face it the man is a God already so his stuff is immortal. And that's my predictions for 2024!
Oh and... Bea Valint is a yes from me, very much like Maggie Holmes who I love.
Hey Mandy! 🌸 WOW, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts! I totally agree with dark green, I had forgotten about that and I've seen it a lot (even outside of paper craft) and it goes super well with the new peach we have. Glad you agree on the metallics, I'm here for those too. It will be interesting to see about the fruit... I know it was really popular a few years back but I've seen it a lot in a few new lines (Beau's for one) and another from Echo Park I think it was.... we will find out!! 🙂🙂🙂 We have been seeing less of Tim haven't we and lots more of Simon. All food for thought and SUPER interesting to me to hear your thoughts. I know many others will enjoy reading these as well so thanks for taking the time to not only watch the video but share your ideas here. 💗
New to paper crafts at 27 years old and absolutely loving it. I git introduced via the junk journal world and now I want to make memory pages with pictures ! You have wonderful ideas I have been binging your videos today. 😅
Hey Courtney! I'm so so glad you found me 💗 I'm kind of going the other way, been card making and scrapbooking for over 20 years now and have not long started junk journalling! Thanks so much for saying Hi 👋 so glad you're enjoying my videos.
Great video!
Thanks so much Jo!
Love your 2 prediction videos. I have a few mixed media product, most products came with marketplace scrapbooking purchases. I certainly would love a beginner’s mixed media class that takes me from beginner to intermediate in one type of product at a time. I do a bit of embossing. I would love to to learn how to use paint and pastes more. 😊
Thanks for popping by today lovely! I struggle with Mixed Media myself so when I share projects they are always super simple techniques because I am certainly no expert at all when it comes to mixed media. I would be keen to learn more too this coming year, I'll add that to my list. As I learn new things, I'll be sure to share them here too! 🌸
Very interesting video, Gwen. I usually don’t spend much thinking about trends so it was thought provoking. I love mini albums and have been doing more of them. Space is an issue for me as I consider the pace of 12 x 12 albums accumulating over time.
I don’t think I have ever used a full collection and I don’t buy complete collections anymore. Last year, I limited myself to collection packs plus a couple of embellishments. I actually enjoyed looking through my stash to pair older products to match the new lines.
Mixed media is something I appreciate but don’t like doing so papers that have the mixed media look without any work is more to my liking. I do love using dies and border punches. I have been incorporating more dies that I initially purchased for cards into scrapbooking layouts. You are right about the versatility of Pink Fresh Studio stamps and dies. I only have 1 or 2 Altenew products so I can’t speak for them.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas. Usually, in eastern Canada, we can count on snow but Christmas is looking like it will be green/brown grass this year. Last year, we had terrible storms so it was white but dangerous to go anywhere. Until 2024!
Thank you Jeannine 🌸 I also worry about the space my 12 x 12 albums take up, that's why I like the idea of more mini albums. Glad you are finding a way that works for you to mix old with new supplies so you don't need to buy so much. I am moving away from getting FULL collections. I used to really like to get everything but now the collections are so big, that's just not an option for me. I have a few of the Altenew ones, I think the Pink Fresh are more economical but both are great! Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas, hopefully just enough snow to make it magical but still very practical for those travelling. Here it is expected to be hotter than ever, but we are all used to that! Thanks for your support this year and spending time creating with me xo
Cool thanks happy holidays 🎉
Happy holidays to you too lovely! Thanks for popping by the channel today 🎁
@@CreatedByGwen I watch all your videos I’m a fan lol I just don’t comment stay bless
@@Mom2create I'm so glad you are enjoying my videos, no pressure at all to comment. I'm super thankful that you watch! Blessing to you too 💗
You are so right about collections with too many pieces! There was one I was wanting but with all the pieces the way they were broken out it was close to $500 for the full collection. Needless to say I purchased nothing.
Oh gosh $500 is CRAZY! I bet there was so much in it you would have been using it for years and still not used it all up. 🫣
These are interesting predictions, Gwen. I had gotten away from using black but did recently use it as a layer on a Christmas card and it really did make the other colors pop. I hope you are correct about fruit…I purchased several fruit stamps, dies, and stencil sets this year and have a bunch from years past. Fruit and leaves are my weakness. However, even if you’re not, I will use them anyway. My goal is to use what I have. One of your punch videos popped up several months ago which is why I subscribed to your channel. I was tickled to see that I have many of the same punches so you have inspired me to start using those punches again. Merry/Happy Christmas!
Thanks for popping by today and sharing your thoughts! I'd be keen to see some more cute fruit too as it happens. So glad you found my channel and I've been able to inspire you to use your punches again, they really are so handy! Merry Christmas to you too lovely, thanks so much for spending your creative time with me 🎄
I’m also expecting to see more pastels in card making next year. Also more iridescent/pearlescent pastels. And I suspect someone will introduce a heat-embossing ink cartridge soon.
Agree... There is quite a lot of overlap between scrapbooking and card making. A heat embossing ink cartridge sound fun!!
Hi Gwen. It's always thought provoking to try to predict what's ahead of us. I hadn't heard the 2024 Colour of the year. What a lovely shade. (Hmmm I guess I must be ahead of the trend by about 5 years as this is a very similar colour to what we painted our living room/dining room.) I never really thought about trends before in paper before. But I do think we will likely see a resurgence of of punch usage in our paper crafting. Thanks for another great video. ❤😊
'Resurgence' THAT's the word I was looking for in the video!! I hope I'm right about the punches, I've been enjoying them so much. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Brenda, clearly you do have great taste, ahead of the trend you are indeed!! I love the peach shade, it's so pretty! 🍑
Colors are the same - just cause some are more popular from year to year means nothing to me except how hard/easy it is to get stuff I actually like.
What colours do you prefer? What will be your favourites for 2024?@@teleriferchnyfain
@@CreatedByGwen Same as my fav colors last year lol. I like royal blue, & I like the whole forest tone idea.
Ohh nice!! I'm loving deep forest green right now too. @@teleriferchnyfain
Hello Gwen....I have just watched your washi tape video and I must tell you I learned so much! I can't wait to get started using my hundreds of rolls of washi! I buy and buy and then don't know what creative ways to use them! Now I know! I'm new to scrapping but I love it and want to learn all the tricks of the trade! Thanks again and I can't wait to watch more of your videos!
Welcome Carolyn! ☀️ I'm so glad you found the channel and all my tips in this video helpful! You're going to love it here ☺️
It’s funny that peach is the 2024 color of the year. In 1987, we built a house and had rooms full of peach carpet. (Also mauve and teal and gray). Peach is a pretty color but I don’t wear it. Thanks for your trend ideas. For the last few years I’ve documented using travelers notebooks. This year I’m doing a scrappy notebook. Tfs
It is an interesting choice that's for sure. I remember a time when peach was EVERYWHERE in homes, my house had peach walls for 20 years 🤣 So glad you've been enjoying the travellers notebooks, they are fun!
Yes! i had peach walls and a sofa with peach tones in it for years until I couldn’t take it anymore. I still love peach but will keep it to card making (and a couple of clothing items).
Me too! @@Lainers2000
I agree about the die and stamp combos. I watch gals from close to my heart and they make a lot of their embellishments. They put together some amazing layouts. I see more punches coming back out too. As a card maker I never got rid of most of them so that works for me! I love metallic paints and inks on black. They make a very bold statement. Have a great day!
Thanks so much for popping by today and sharing your thoughts, I love everything you mentioned and I'm so excited for it for 2024!! 💗 (Nervous about the black but as promised, I will give it a go!!)
Why anyone would get rid of anything based on popular opinion-especially in personal crafting- baffles me.
I guess the same could be said about clothes too... many people want to stay on top of trends and see what's in style. I follow the trends but in my own way both in fashion and crafting. @@teleriferchnyfain
At first, I bought EVERYTHING! I wanted it all! But now, I have become more discerning. I choose carefully because I need quality products that will last. I also am NOT buying the lastest digital goodies or machines. I want to see if it becomes a permanant part of a crafter's arsenal.
I think we all start out that way, wanting all of the things but not 100% sure what we will do with them. Digital products and machines are NOT for everyone, I've had one for over 10 years now and love it but I know a lot of creatives who just can't be bothered with it and prefer to just buy pre-done embellishments. Both options are totally ok and I love that you are choosing carefully and doing what works for you 🥰
I'm decluttering, giving away probably as much as I have the last 2yrs. And selling as well.
Oh wow! Go you... I did this a few years back and it's been so good for my creativity.
Black makes color pop. Not sure if light tints of peach or other soft muted tints are the best on a black background, though. I predict they might make them look washed out? I’ll have to test that prediction. Interesting combination decisions that the manufacturers are having us make! Metallics on black, though-those will look sleek and elegant.
I think you could be right about the peach and black... not sure that's going to work super well. We will need to test it! I am all about metallics and black though, those are super dooper pretty 😍
Let's remember...."planners".....those are also included in paper crafting....😊
Yes Angela! I did also want to include the planner community... the thing with that is that I don't know much about them, I couldn't speak to the trends or what they like because planning is not something I've done myself and I don't watch those videos. I do know that so many lovely creatives do enjoy their planners though, that's for sure!! Appreciate you mentioning it here. 💗
Fruit? Ugh. Wouldn't care to get a fruit card.
Will love the peach trend in flowers and backgrounds.
🤣 I know, fruit is a love it or hate it kinda thing. I'm here for peach florals though... that would be lovely!
I'm a cardmaker and junk journaler. If you want mini kits, I think digital is the way to go. I've been given 2 paper pads, but I haven't bought physical patterned or colored cardstock since late 2019. I use 8.5x11 not 12x12 so I am very happy with my ecotank printer. A scan n cut, and scissors get A LOT of use!
I am seeing wood stamps being used more.
I need to look more into the digitals, of course I use the cut files but I haven't printed any embellishments etc at home yet. I don't have a big 12 x 12 printer just yet but it's on my list! Thanks for adding your thoughts here for us all 🌸
I do quite love seeing the sections of papercrafting magazines that use the same products in cards and scrapbook pages. I can’t quite get the transition from card layout to scrapbook layout, so if you have some ideas, that would help
I haven't seen those but I love this idea, I've written it down... I have actually only ever done this one on this video here: ua-cam.com/video/XgFVGPOkjU4/v-deo.html (It includes a layout and card made with the same collection and the same cut file)
What I’ve found is the proportions need to match the size of the paper used, i.e. 12x12 pages need larger embellies and/ or clusters.
Great tip! Yes, as soon as you jump from the smaller size of a card up to a 12 x 12 layout, you have to increase the size of the embellishments and the clusters you create with them. 🌸@@johneason7551
You have a lot to share. Thank you. You might consider lowering your voice by half an octave (speaking in a slightly deeper tone). It would strain your voice less. Best wishes for the new year.
I hope you found this video helpful. I've attempted the deeper tone, but apparently, my vocal cords weren't on board with the plan. I just sounded like a confused walrus 😬 I think I'll stick to my natural speaking voice, the one the good lord gave me. 😬 Happy New Year to you too! 🎉
What was the name of the collection you showed when you first mentioned mini albums? Did you do a video on it? Thank you. Enjoyed the video!
Hey Lisa! 💗 Those ones are mini albums I made, the tutorial for them is here: ua-cam.com/video/CYskTnjJnb4/v-deo.html The collection was a collaboration between Simple Stories and My Minds Eye you can see it here: shrsl.com/3zw1p
It’s funny that you mentioned simplified scrapbooking. I’ve been saying this a lot lately. It’s so disheartening that every layout for design teams use 3/5 different tools. I can’t use a back a cut file, sew, stitch, use mixed media etc on every layout. I’ll never have the time. I like to utilize what comes in the collections and very little else.
Hey Amber 🥰 THIS is one of the reasons I stopped working on Design Teams... it's a lot of product and a lot of expectation and everyday scrapbookers (Mums and nannas documenting their family's don't make pages like that). We wonder why young people aren't taking up this amazing hobby of ours!! (I had to work very hard not to go off on a tangent with that in this video - I'll save THAT for another day)... If I had one dream it would be that simplified scrapbooking takes off, imagine, simplified pages using mini collections, how lovely would that be.
Look into kiwi lane there scrapbooking process is very simple and makes some beautiful pages.
I'll check it out thank you! @@shannonstrait6787
I agree with mini collections! I think it’s overwhelming and financially draining to have 3 or 4 die cut packs on top of stickers, puffy, and foam shapes and alpha sets and then you have paper pads of 2 sizes and single sheets! Goodness!! Unless you are 100% sure you know what to purchase, you try to get it all. Then it clutters up your craft space and drains your wallet! 😮
So true! and then even if you have the space and can afford it, you have to make 1000 projects to 'use it up' by which time you are so sick of using it.
💜💜💜tfs💜💜💜 did Black go away? It's such a staple for me I didn't notice.. hahaha - I'm writing all these downs and will cross them off as they happen and will score you at the end of 2024! HAHAH (teasing).
Blacks always be OUT for me 🤣🤣🤣 Maybe it didn't go anywhere BUT I'm seeing it so so much lately, and trust me, I'd notice it lol.... A score, gaaahhh the pressure lolol... glad I got these out before I knew about that. We will see hey! 😆😆😆
I use of collection until it’s gone. I think and wish they would make smaller collections so you don’t tire of it before finishing. I do push myself to use the entire collection even if I take the bits and pieces and add to another collection.
Ahhh interesting! I never thought to combine those last bits and pieces with something else... How silly of me 😆
@@CreatedByGwen well it’s way as alot if your manufacturer use same or near close color tones.
You are right... they cross over colour tones all of the time so to stay with the same manufacturer would be a very simple way to do it. Thanks for the idea!@@melodys3996
A lot more pop!
I know LOTS of creatives prefer saturated colours.
I don’t know if I would be excited about more fruit themed items. Earlier this year (2023) it seemed like every craft company had fruits….EVERYWHERE!!! 😂
Maybe it’s just that it’s not my cup of tea. But I do love all the fruit related puns 😂
Yeah... I'm not sure either, some I'm here for like strawberries, others not so much.... I can't help but giggle at a good pun though. 🤣
I hate bows. 😊 Well, actually just the ribbon kind that are tied onto a card for embellishment that have nothing to do with the card theme. Hope you are wrong about that one. But a layered die cut gift bow or slim twine on a card is OK; by me anyway.
Oh no Gwen!! lolol... I'm ALL ABOUT them bows.. any kind, any where 🤣🤣🤣 It's ok, we can still be creative friends xox I appreciate you sharing your thoughts here lovely 🥰
I did enjoy your video and it will be interesting to see what pans out in 2024. BUT.... I am extremely disappointed that you have not mentioned any Australian crafting stores in your favorites and supply lists!!! I always try to buy from Australian stores to keep our economy alive.
Hey lovely, thanks for watching. Fair point. Unfortunately, I did not list any Aussie stores because they do not ship internationally.... the majority of my viewers cannot shop at these stores and that creates frustration. I choose stores that will ship to ANYONE who watches the videos. Happy for you to note here your favourite Aussie stores though if you want to, feel free to shout them out :)
thanks for getting back so quickly Gwen - yes I understand what you are saying and I also agree. Cheers
No worries at all, always appreciate feedback 💗 I'm thankful for you taking the time to watch and share your thoughts here.
Love your top. Would you share where you got it?
Thank you! It's an Aussie store, this one is actually a dress. www.karmaeast.com.au
@@CreatedByGwen thank you for sharing
No worries, I have lots of dresses from there. I really love their unique prints. @@lindaeuclide5719
@@CreatedByGwen I do too. I'm going to order something....trying to decide which print! Do their cottons need to be ironed?
Yep.. they do... you could maybe get away with a gentle wash and drip dry, but I iron mine, I think they look better that way.@@lindaeuclide5719
On decluttering; let me share this:
A year ago, I was practically "given" a large collection of paper from a retired scrapbooker.
There were 7 boxes full that contained 12x12 paper. They were 3.5" thick. That's about a 2 ft. Stack of prints and solids!
After donating nearly half to a thrift store, it was fun to play with the rest.
But then I heard someone say, " If it's old, nobody wants it." And that's what I had!
So, gradually building up my stash with new goods, I finally packed it all up and said, "GOODBYE!"
Now I feel so great having less choices, and knowing that the colors and patterns are up to date!😅
Thank you so much for sharing this Karen, I find your story interesting for a couple of reasons. Having less has 100% made me a better crafter. I know myself and I do not need cardstock in every colour of the rainbow and in fact, IF I had that much all I would feel is overwhelm. The other thing I find interesting is that some people actually prefer the older supplies, there are some ladies I know that LOVE supplies from manufacturers that are no longer in business, they seek them out. So it's not everyone who just wants that new stuff, some do seek out older things, but agree, the majority of crafters are interested in what's new. With all that said, what it means for me is that I need to only let supplies into the studio that I know I will use in a relatively short time, the longer they sit around here the less appealing they are to me. Less is more that's for sure. I really do appreciate you taking the time to share this experience with us here 🌸
I am one of those crafters who prefer some of the older lines of paper and products from companies that no longer exist! 2023 has been a year of no spend and I am only several weeks away from completing my goal !!! I don't feel as though I've missed much because I am a simple scrapbooker and these large collections are too much for me. I hope to see smaller collections in the coming year. Actually, Simple Stories has already shown a few. I still have all my punches from many years ago. I invested too much money to get rid of them. So I will try to use them more in 2024! Thank you for your predictions!!!
@CreatedByGwen Gwen, thanks for your response!
Let me finish with this:
As a life-long creative, I collect tools. Anything that is not subject to fading or moisture damage stays! The primary reason I wanted to let go of that hoard of paper is because It was all about 20 years old, and we have a family next door with young people. One daughter in particular is a creative, and I would prefer to let her have paint and paper that have been replaced with higher quality supplies! I certainly do like vintage styling, and appreciate the value of older supplies...But my space is very limited!
@@annehoyle3581 Way to go lovely!! What an achievement! I haven't seen the Simple Stories collections but I will check them out, thanks for sharing that here. I'm glad you enjoyed my predictions and yes, get out those punches! xo
Totally understand and what a kind thing to do to share the love of craft with a younger person, I love that! Thanks so much for joining in the conversation and sharing your ideas @@KarenLeanneCreates2024
Not interested in the fruit or sunbursts at all. Like the peach tone and muted colors and smaller kit collections because these make sense. I hope the black is not overdone. TFS
My fruit prediction has not been a hit so maybe I am wrong about that one...agree with you on the black and really do appreciate you sharing your thoughts.
Stampin’ Up has already released a desaturated set of in colors. They’re pretty yucky.
Ohhh, you had me excited for a second there, I liked the sound of that. It is hard to get muted colours that don't end up wishy-washi. Shame they didn't nail that. 😩
I’ve see more pineapples, e.g. an all over paper print even in a general collection with nothing else that really goes with it.
Interesting!!
I don't like muted tones...guess I'll be out of luck!
Maybe NOT, I could be wrong 😱 These are just my predictions.... I have seen a LOT of people very happy about the colour of the year though.
Peach Fuzz… yuck …😀👍
It's an interesting one... I feel like there has been very little middle ground on this one, people either LOVE it or HATE it... so interesting. I think it's soft and pretty.
Collections are way too big
I agree, some are. Some are HUGE... not all thankfully 🥰
Definitely a trend to organize and use up our stash. Simon Hurley and Vikki Bouton, you can’t go wrong with that prediction. Money is tighter for crafting supplies than it’s ever been, time to choose very wisely folks.
Agree!!! Thanks so much for popping by today and sharing your thoughts on this. 💗