CorenesCreations

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide for Craft Lovers

2025-12-10T10:04:00.000-08:00

The holiday season is here, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already dreaming up handmade gifts, stocking your craft room, and looking for the perfect presents for the crafty people in your life. Whether you're shopping for a beginner crafter, a seasoned maker, or even treating yourself, this guide is packed with thoughtful, creative, and completely swoon-worthy ideas.

Here are some of my favorite gift recommendations for this year’s crafting season:

🎁 Corene’s Ultimate 2025 Holiday Crafty Gift Guide

The best tools, treats, and must-haves for makers, memory-keepers, and anyone who loves to create.

The holidays are officially here, and that means it’s time for cozy crafting days, handmade gifts, and—of course—treating yourself or a crafty friend to something special. If you’ve ever wondered what to buy for a crafter (or if you are the crafter and need to drop some hints!), I’ve put together a list of my favorite tools and products that I reach for over and over again.

These are items that truly make crafting easier, more enjoyable, and way more fun!

✨ 1. Magnetic Glass Mat from Glassboard Studio

This is hands-down one of my most-used, most-loved tools of all time. The magnetic glass mat is perfect for paper crafting, stamping, mixed media, and everything in between. It wipes clean like a dream, stays pristine, and the grid lines make placement so easy. www.glassboardstudio.com Be sure to use my code at checkout for a discount on your entire cart: CORENE

Pair it with these amazing accessories:

CraftCatchers – Keeps your scraps, bits, and tiny pieces organized.
MagInk Trays – Magnetic, adorable, and so functional for holding dies, ephemera, and embellishments.
Strong Magnets – These hold paper perfectly in place while you stamp or stencil.
HexaFlex Organizer – A modular dream for sorting die cuts, gems, ink cubes, and all the tiny goodies.

If you know a crafter who loves organizing and style, this combo is the ultimate gift. I have a full playlist of videos on my magnetic craft mat, showing it in detail on my YouTube channel.

✨ 2. Anna Griffin Empress Die Cut Machine

A gorgeous, powerful electronic die-cutting machine that cuts like butter. It’s quiet, smooth, and makes die cutting effortless—especially for crafters who love intricate dies, embossing folders, or making lots of cards at once. It's beautiful and practical.

✂️ 3. High-End Paper Trimmers That Last Forever

A premium trimmer is one of the best investments any crafter can make. These are my top two favorites:

Rotatrim Pro 15" Professional Paper Cutter – Self-sharpening, incredibly precise, and amazingly durable.
Tonic Studios Tim Holtz 8.5" Guillotine Comfort Trimmer – Sharp, compact, clean cuts, and perfect for everyday crafting.

You can’t go wrong with either one!

🧰 4. Must-Have Crafting Tools Under $20

Great stocking stuffers that make a big difference:

Tim Holtz Retractable Craft Pick – Perfect for weeding dies, poking out tiny cuts, and lifting stickers
Bearly Art Glue (Fine Tip Bottle) – My go-to liquid glue for delicate die cuts and details.
Miracle Tape (Viva Las Vegas Stamps) – Super strong, clear adhesive that holds embellishments like a champ. https://vlvstamps.com/miracle-tape/
🎨 5. Beautiful High-Quality Papers & Inks

These supplies are perfect for cardmakers, scrapbookers, and die-cut lovers.
- Concord & 9th Cardstock + Matching Inks – Smooth, vibrant, and such a joy to use. Their color lineup is stunning. www.concord&9th.com.
- Altenew’s Smokey Quartz Glitter Paper – A gorgeous neutral sparkle that works for elegant cards, masculine designs, and holiday projects. www.altenew.com.
- Hammermill White Cardstock – A must-have basic. Smooth, bright, and perfect for stamping, coloring, and printing. I usually purchase mine on Amazon. Make sure to get the Cardstock version in 80 or 100#.
🌸 6. Altenew Craft Kits & Systems

Altenew is a treasure for mixed-media artists and stamp lovers.
- Craft Your Life Monthly Subscription Kit – A monthly bundle of stamps, dies, stencils, and embossing folders. Tons of value and so much inspiration.
- Altenew Keyhole System Dies – These make layering dies foolproof.
- Altenew Layering Stencils – Perfect for beginners and advanced crafters. Layered images look professional with hardly any effort!
These make amazing gifts that combine learning, creativity, and surprise. www.altenew.com.

🪑 7. Adjustable Craft Desk

For comfort, posture, and long crafty sessions, an adjustable desk is a total game-changer. Whether standing or sitting, it makes crafting more enjoyable and helps keep your workspace flexible.

This is a BIG gift, but one that truly elevates the craft room! I found mine on Amazon. They no longer sell the same one, but there are lots of others to choose from.

✨ Final Thoughts

Creative gifts are the best gifts—because they don’t just sit on a shelf. They spark inspiration, bring joy, and help make something beautiful. Whether you’re shopping for a crafty friend or looking to treat yourself this holiday season, I hope this guide gives you some fun ideas. These are just a few of my favorites. Check out my YouTube channel for a craft room tour where I share lots of details.

Happy gifting and happy creating!
💛 Corene

20% OFF SALE at Glassboard Studio!

2025-12-09T18:09:00.000-08:00

Have I mentioned how obsessed I am with Glassboard Studio? Because I truly am! I’ve shared several videos on my YouTube channel showcasing their gorgeous products up close, and I’d love for you to stop by and check them out.

And here’s the exciting part—they’re having their last SALE of the year! When you use my discount code CORENE, you’ll get 20% OFF your entire order on December 10th & 11th, 2025.

If you place your order by December 11th, you’ll even receive your new goodies in time for Christmas!

So if you’ve been on the fence, now is the perfect time to treat yourself to an amazing gift. Don’t miss out on this awesome deal! 🎁

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! 20% OFF!

2025-11-20T17:56:00.000-08:00

BLACK FRIDAY SALE!

Glassboard Studio is having a 20% off

Black Friday Special,

November 21 - December 1, 2025.

Use my code (Corene) for 20% all products!

www.glassboardstudio.com

Easy to make layered square cards!

2023-08-01T15:32:00.005-07:00

Easy-to-make layered square cards!

Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I'm sharing a fun design with you today. These are so easy to make, and you can mass-produce them, so you have the perfect card on hand when you need it! I do have a full process video on my YouTube channel, I'd love for you to stop by & hope you'll subscribe to my channel. I'll add the video showing that tutorial below.

I am offering a FREE download of my design, so you

can follow along and make your own cards (below).

There are so many ways you can customize these. Pull out all your colored cardstock, stamps, and dies. Have fun!

Below is the link to the SVG. If you own the Silhouette software, it will open in the Silhouette program. I will also leave a link for it to open in Canva if you'd prefer that. You can use the free version of Canva, and download and print it out from there, and lastly, I will leave a link for a PDF version. I hope you enjoy!

SVG link:

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/2?ui=2&ik=bf0eef1962&attid=0.1&permmsgid=msg-a:r-1956472686458019876&view=att&disp=safe&realattid=f_lkq56qf50

Open with Canva:

https://www.canva.com/design/DAFqEVOzxZs/yU9Qa29vp6PrM_mmge6GZQ/edit?utm_content=DAFqEVOzxZs&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

PDF:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rjWb6oDfDMwkVUcaljvY1He5aqyq3i2_/view?usp=sharing

Here is the video tutorial:

I'd love for you to share your creations with me on social media if you make one of these. Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO Corene

Handmade Notebooks!

2023-07-29T19:03:00.002-07:00

Handmade Notebooks!

Today I have a fun share with you! I am sharing two handmade notebooks. These make great gifts. These also would make a great stocking stuffer! I will share a video below showing how to put these simple albums together from my YouTube channel. You can make the covers as simple as you'd like, or as detailed as you'd like. Just pick up a blank notebook, chipboard, and your favorite paper collection.

Here is the video showing how to put these sweet notebooks together.

I'd love it if you'd consider subscribing to my YouTube channel.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO Corene

Baby Girl Mini Album!

2023-07-29T18:50:00.002-07:00

Baby Girl's first-year mini album using Echo Park's Dream Big Little Girl!

Hello! I wanted to share a few photos of a completed baby girl mini album using an adorable collection from Echo Park-Dream Big Little Girl. Echo Park always knocks it out of the park with their collections. I have a full flip-thru of this album on my YouTube channel, I will link that video below. This is a custom-ordered album, asking me to make a "Boho-style" album. This collection is perfect for it!

This album has a page for each month of the baby's first year, along with a custom milestone card, easy for the parents to fill out and have documentation for all those wonderful milestones, along with several spots for photos. I have also included the baby's name throughout the album. I made a matching gift card.

Please take a minute to stop by my YouTube channel, and I would love it if you would subscribe! Have a great day, I appreciate you stopping by!

Here is the video showing this album in its entirety:

XOXO Corene

2021-12-04T22:28:00.001-08:00

Handmade gift bag! I've made a gift bag using a Lori Whitlock cut file, slightly tweaked. It turned out super cute, so it inspired me to make a video tutorial showing those who do not use an electronic die cutting machine how they can make one. These are great for any occasion! Here are a few photos, along with both videos showing how these bags & tags & card came together!

Here are the two videos:

As promised, here is the Carmel popcorn recipe:

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

2021-12-03T11:39:00.007-08:00

Hello! Hope all is well! I don't get on here quite enough, but thought I'd share some recent projects with you! Please take a minute to stop by my YouTube channel for my latest videos. Merry Christmas to you. Hope you all are healthy, happy, and staying well!

Here are some sweet gnomes I made. So simple, so cute, and fun to add to gift bags or presents. I have several tucked throughout my tree.

Please check out my YouTube channel for a tutorial on these sweet little guys. There are two videos showing how these came together!

Part one and two videos:

Thanks for stopping by! Much love to you all!

Magical Mini Album!

2020-05-19T10:44:00.002-07:00

Who doesn't love a magical-themed mini album?!

I love, love making these type albums!

I have a full tutorial of how I made this album. If you'd like to

see how this came together, and the album in its entirety, I'll link it

below. It's a 3-part series, but I will link the final flip-thru video at the end of this post. Please take a minute to stop by to check out this fun album!

Here is the video I promised:

Thanks for taking the time to stop by!

I hope you have a wonderful week!

~Corene~

Recipe Style Baby Boy First-Year Album!

2020-05-19T10:38:00.001-07:00

I wanted to share a unique baby's first-year album with you today. I made this for my sweet nephew, Hansen. I used mostly Simple Stories Collections. I will link a video below showing how this album came together. Please stop by & check it out. Have a great day!

Here is the video:

~Corene~

Sweet Baby Girl First Year Album!

2020-05-19T10:34:00.002-07:00

Hello! I'd love to share a sweet baby girl's first-year album with you!

I have a video showing this album in its entirety, I'll link that below if you'd like to stop by my YouTube channel & check it out. Thanks for stopping by & have a great day!

Here's the video showing this entire album:

~Corene~

Baby Boy First Year Album using Echo Park Baby Collections!

2020-05-19T10:25:00.002-07:00

Hello! Here I wanted to share a few photos of a baby boy's first-year album.

I love making these albums for the new mom. They are an easy way to add a few photos...actually, these types of albums hold lots of photos and some journaling and you have a wonderful keepsake!

I have a video where I show this album in full detail. If you'd like to check that out, here is the link:

Thanks for stopping by & have a great day!

~Corene~

Club La-La Land Crafts & Nitwit Collections cards!

2019-04-30T09:00:00.000-07:00

Hello! I wanted to share two more cards I've

made using the gorgeous April 2019 Club La-La Land kit!

This is a "Post-Card" card using the adorable kit,

along with a beautiful paper collection from

Nitwit Collections, Ooh La La. It was a perfect combination!

Below, I will link a tutorial of this sweet card from my YT channel.

I've also made a 6x6 card using both kits as well...

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I hope you check out Club La-La Land Crafts!

It's so much fun to receive this sweet package in the mail every month!

Also, be sure to stop by Nitwit Collections for this perfectly

matched "Paris" theme, along with many other collections they have!

Here's the video of the post-card:

(video coming soon)

Have a wonderful day!

Club La-La Land Crafts April 2019 kit!

2019-04-15T09:00:00.000-07:00

Hello! Thanks so much for stopping by today!

I'm so excited to share the new and gorgeous April 2019

Club La-La Land subscription kit.

This is a beautiful kit! Marci in Paris!

I don't think it gets any cuter than this!

I also have a video showing this kit in much more

detail. I will link it below.

To show off this adorable kit, I've made a sweet

notebook using Nitwit Collections Ooh La La collection,

along with the beautiful Abigail collection. They were a

match made in heaven with this stamp & die kit!

This notebook measures 9 1/2" x 5 1/2". It's perfect for a quick

note, or to doodle in. I used black chipboard for the front &

back cover. It matched perfectly with this paper collection.

I colored Marci with Copic markers, just her hair & skin.

The rest of her, I paper pieced using the same paper collection.

Added a few pearls, bows and bling to finish it off!

Here I'm sharing a 6x6 card. I've used the April 2019

kit, along with La-La Land Crafts Large Stitched Tags Die

and my favorite Stitched Bow Dies.

A peek at the inside of the card:

Here is a video showing much more detail:

Thanks for stopping by!

~Corene~

Handmade note card box using Club La-La Land!

2019-03-26T13:30:00.000-07:00

Hello! Thanks for stopping by!
Have you checked out Club La-La Land Crafts?
If not, you will fall in love when you do!
They offer a monthly subscription kit, three different ones
to choose from. You can find out all the information here.
This March 2019 kit is absolutely adorable. They seem
to get cuter every month!

I'd like to share a 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" handmade box which holds 3x3
handmade cards using the adorable stamps & dies that come in this kit!

I also have a video tutorial on how to make this box. It's super simple:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I hope you have a great day!

~Corene~

Products used:

Additional products:

Love to Bake Marci - Copic colors:
dress - BG13, BG15, BG49
hair - E55, E57
skin - E00, E21, E11, BV00, R20
socks - YR07, YR09
shoes - E30, E31, E55
glasses - N5
Hamsters:
whisk - W2, W4, W5, R20, C5, BG13, BG15, BG49
heart - C3, C4, C5, R24, R46
two hamsters - E44, E57, R20, R24, R46

Handmade Tag Card Club La-La Land!

2019-03-26T13:00:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much for stopping by! Today I'm sharing a sweet handmade

card using March 2019's Club La-La Land Crafts kit.

This is such an adorable kit! Love to Bake Marci...does it

get any cuter than this? The dies that come with are great as well!

If you're not familiar with Club La-La Land's monthly subscription,

you can find more information here.

I have a quick video showing how this card came together:

(video coming soon)

Additional products used:

LLLC Large Stitched Tags Die 8414: https://www.lalalandcrafts.com/search.asp?keyword=8414
Love to Bake Marci - Copic colors:
skin - E00, E21, E11, BV00, R20
Hair - E55, E57, E59
Dress - YR 23, 24, 27
Apron & Socks - V12, V15
Shoes - T2, T4, T6
Glasses - T6
Lips - RV25
Hamster:
cupcake - YR23, YR24, YR27, RV25, R43
hamster - E30, E31, E55, E57, R20

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!

Handmade recipe album!

2019-03-20T20:35:00.002-07:00

Hello! I hope you are having a great week so far!

I'm sharing a beautiful recipe album using a kit

from an Etsy seller, I found when I was browsing Etsy.

Autumn Josi Design

I wanted to add a little color to the book, therefore, I

chose Felicity Jane Alexis collection. It was a match made in heaven!

I made little tabbed dividers, for the different

sections throughout the book!

This is a really functional album that looks great in my kitchen,

not to mention it was so much fun to make!

I hope you've enjoyed a peek into this album. I also

have a tutorial on my YouTube channel that

goes into more detail...you can find it here:

Thanks so much for stopping by. If you're

interested in this kit, you can find it on Etsy here.

~Corene~

Club La-La Land Crafts

2019-03-17T08:16:00.001-07:00

Hello! I'm so excited to share this months kit from Club La-La Land Crafts!

There are three kits to choose from. This stamps & dies are exclusive

to this kit for approximately 6 months to a year. This is the only way to

get your hands on these adorable stamps & dies!!

When you sign up for the subscription, you will receive an exclusively

downloadable link that will give you access to all the amazing

design team members projects using this kit. Inspiration overload!

I have made a super cute recipe book for my niece, using the

adorable Love to Bake Marci, along with the coordinating dies.

Here's another quick & fun project I've made using this must-have kit:

Here are two videos showing this kit,

along with a closer look at a

few projects I've made with it:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Club LLLC Love to Bake Marci Stamps

Club LLLC Love to Bake Cupcake Dies

LLLC Scallop Bracket Die 8030

LLLC Large Stitched Tags Die 8414

LLLC Stitched Bow Die 8264

LLLC Thinking Of you Marci Rubber Stamp 5372

COLORING DETAILS - Copic Markers:

Recipe Book:
Love to Bake Marci:

Skin – E000, E00, E21, E11, BV00, R20

Hair – E55, E57 Lips – R43 Glasses - YR20

Dress – R20, R22, R24 Apron & Headband – R35, R46, R59

Socks – C0, C1 Shoes -E30, E31, E23

Thinking Of You Marci:

Skin – E000, E00, E21, E11, BV00, R20

Hair – E55, E57

Shirt – BG10, BG11, BG13 Skirt & Headband – YR61, YR65

Shoes – E30, E31, E55

Hamsters:

Body - E35, E53, V000

Cupcake – Prismacolor Pencils - PC948, PC905, PC992, PC921

Hamster hat - RV00, RV10 Whisk – N3

Second Hamster - E35, E37, E59 Feet – E02 Whisk - N3, N5

2019-02-27T20:25:00.000-08:00

Helloooo!!! Thanks so much for stopping by! I'd like to share

my very favorite style of A2-sized card. This one is a go-to

over & over for me. It's super simple, looks very pretty,

and can be easily changed up.

Here are a few examples for you:

For each of these cards, I used three different paper collections:

Echo Park: Just Married.

American Crafts Pebbles: Heart of Home.

Felicity Jane: Reagan.

On the front of the card, I simply cut several strips of matching

grey cardstock and crisscrossed them onto the front

of that gorgeous patterned paper by Felicity Jane, finishing

them off with flat-back pearls to the center.

I finished off the inside using a Simon Says Stamp

Big Thanks Words stamp set.

This is using that gorgeous Echo Park Collection. As you can see,

I left the patterned paper on the front to shine. I added a paper bow

I cut from my Silhouette Cameo and added a heart embellishment

from Wild Orchid Crafts to the center.

Last, but not least:

To the patterned paper, I did add a quarterfoil die cut that

I also cut from my Silhouette Cameo, along with that cute

bow. Finishing off the center of that with silver bling.

I also made matching envelopes for each card using

my We R Memory Keepers Envelope Punch Board.

I love, love that tool & use it for every handmade card I make!

One last look at the cards:

I hope you can see how easy these are, and how

easily they can be changed up for any occasion!

If you'd like to see a tutorial on my YT channel, here is

the video. It's a simple to follow tutorial:

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you have a great day!

~Corene~

Handmade card using The Paper Shelter digital stamp!

2018-04-28T20:31:00.002-07:00

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy the card!

I also have a quick video for this card, I'll link it below!

I used a gorgeous stamp from The Paper Shelter: She's charming!

Have a great day! Here's the video:

Blank, ready to decorate mini albums for sale!

2018-04-28T20:22:00.002-07:00

Hello! I just wanted to remind you I do have blank, ready

to decorate mini albums for sale. I will always carry

black, white & kraft. I will share my video showing all the details

and what is included...plus its free shipping within the U.S.!!

I also will make custom sizes!

My email: corenescreations@yahoo.com if you have

any questions, or are interested!

Thanks so much for stopping by & have a great day!

Here's the detailed video:

Thanks for stopping by!
~Corene~

12x12 Scrapbook Layout ~ Felicity Jane!

2018-04-27T16:34:00.001-07:00

Hello! Thanks for stopping by!

I'm sharing a 12x12 scrapbook layout, documenting

a photo of my husband & I. I'm using two

gorgeous collections from Felicity Jane ~ Reagan and Henley.

I love that you can mix & match their collections & they coordinate so perfectly!

This beautiful sentiment "Life is sweeter with you"

couldn't be truer! I purchased that sentiment

from the online Silhouette America store.

You can find that here.

I hope you've enjoyed this layout. I have

a quick video of this coming together:

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a great day!

~Corene~

Handmade Card!

2018-04-26T23:12:00.001-07:00

Sharing a quick & fun handmade card using

Tim Holtz Sizzix Crazy Dogs.

Finished card size is 4 3/4" x 3 1/2".

Here's a quick video:

Thanks for stopping by!

Hope you have a great day!

<3 Corene

Mother's Day Slider Card!

2018-04-20T22:27:00.001-07:00

I think I'm obsessed with these adorable slider cards!

I'm using a Lori Whitlock template that you can find here,

on on the Silhouette America online store.

Her's come pre-stamped & decorated, however, I wanted

to make mine with my own stamps.

I used an adorable dog stamp I had in my stash &

colored it with my Copic markers. This was so much fun

to make. I also made my card larger than the template you purchase.

Simply size it up/down in your Silhouette Studio Software.

Please check out my video for information on the

Copic markers I've used, as well as how this cute

slider card came together. You can find the video here:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

~Corene~

12x12 Scrapbook Layout Felicity Jane!

2018-04-18T17:58:00.000-07:00

Hello!

For this 12x12 scrapbook layout, I've used several

Felicity Jane Collections! Their collections are made

to coordinate with one another, therefore, it makes

it very easy to mix & match & coordinate!

Check out this quick video showing the process of the layout:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Hope you have a great day!

~Corene~

CorenesCreations

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide for Craft Lovers

🎁 Corene’s Ultimate 2025 Holiday Crafty Gift Guide

✨ 1. Magnetic Glass Mat from Glassboard Studio

Pair it with these amazing accessories:

✨ 2. Anna Griffin Empress Die Cut Machine

✂️ 3. High-End Paper Trimmers That Last Forever

🧰 4. Must-Have Crafting Tools Under $20

🎨 5. Beautiful High-Quality Papers & Inks

🌸 6. Altenew Craft Kits & Systems

🪑 7. Adjustable Craft Desk

✨ Final Thoughts

20% OFF SALE at Glassboard Studio!

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! 20% OFF!

Easy to make layered square cards!

Easy-to-make layered square cards!

Handmade Notebooks!

Handmade Notebooks!

Baby Girl Mini Album!

Baby Girl's first-year mini album using Echo Park's Dream Big Little Girl!

Magical Mini Album!

Recipe Style Baby Boy First-Year Album!

Sweet Baby Girl First Year Album!

Baby Boy First Year Album using Echo Park Baby Collections!

Club La-La Land Crafts & Nitwit Collections cards!

Club La-La Land Crafts April 2019 kit!

Handmade note card box using Club La-La Land!

Handmade Tag Card Club La-La Land!

Handmade recipe album!

Club La-La Land Crafts

Handmade card using The Paper Shelter digital stamp!

Blank, ready to decorate mini albums for sale!

12x12 Scrapbook Layout ~ Felicity Jane!

Handmade Card!

Mother's Day Slider Card!

12x12 Scrapbook Layout Felicity Jane!