Crafts in the Command Center
A place to showcase my crafts and talk about it...what's better than that? I hope to inspire and encourage others to create things for themselves, friends and family.
Friday, June 19, 2026
TGIF; Thankful Friday #418
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Donut Card for Nat'l Donut Day
I posted this card on my IG on Sunday, June 7th because apparently it was National Donut Day. This card went through some "I don't know if I like it" moments but I kept going and eventually ended up with a card that I loved.
These faux postage stamp collection cards are so fun to create. I used my Cricut to cut the base and all the mats & pieces needed to complete the card. I went ahead and cut pieces for three cards even though I only used one set (for now).
You can find the Design Space file HERE. *This is going to give you the paper portions but not the stamped images.
I may go back and add some sprinkles but as of right now, it's done.
Be sure to watch the process video to see all the steps.
Friday, June 12, 2026
TGIF; Thankful Friday #417
My niece and family came to visit on Sunday so we decided to partake in a little county adventure. We went to a local apricot orchard and picked some apricots. It was a beautiful day and quick trip but the time we shared was great.
I have to tell you, this U-Pick thing has really hit our family. I was always so against it, but my granddaughters love it and I think we eat more than we actually put in the buckets.
We picked blueberries the week before and it was like eating candy. So good!!
By the way, our town is the Apricot Capital of the World so of course we had to pick apricots. Honestly, if someone would challenge us now, they'd win because unfortunately, most of our orchards have been replaced with homes.
So what are you thankful for this week? Let me know in the comments!
Red Roses and Generational Stamping
Apparently today is National Red Rose Day and I wanted to create a beautiful stamped card. I found a Altenew layered flowers stamp set on the Trash/Treasure table at a crop. I KNOW! I couldn't believe it either!
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Rainbow Crush YT Hop; Blue
It's time again for another Rainbow Crush YT Hop. Each month, Tara selects a color and we create a layout with at least 70% of that color. This month, the color is blue.
Here's my layout:
The collection I used is a 6x6 pad by Authentique called Felicity. I focused on the butterflies for this fun layout.
Since I only used items from this paper pad, I'm calling it a Paper Pad Party.
The strips on the bottom are 2x6" each and the horizontal strip is 1". Watch my video and then continue watching all the other participants!
Check out all the hop details below: ********************************************************************************************************
#scrapbooking #scrapbooklayouts #rainbowcrushhop #scrapbookprocessvideo
Welcome to Rainbow Crush – a Social Media hop where we share projects that feature a color of the rainbow each month! This hop is hosted by Tara on her Facebook Group. This hop takes place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month! The color for June is BLUE!
You can sign for the next month’s hop over on the The Paper Snob Community Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepapersnobcommunity/
INSTAGRAM:
Tina: https://www.instagram.com/tinamcmmvr/
Laurie: https://www.instagram.com/scrapbookingbits/
Sheri: https://www.instagram.com/sheriluvs2scrap22/
Kathy: https://www.instagram.com/kacarr61
DawnLyn: https://www.instagram.com/dawnlynsdesigns/
Brandi: https://www.instagram.com/scrappy.boymama/
Simera: https://www.instagram.com/scrappysimi/
Karin: https://www.instagram.com/kadas_scrapbooking
Here is the YOUTUBE PLAYLIST for this hop! All the videos in one place!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCfSqErOPJor1MJ0vkdz4XFWS51-j9r9f
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Minnie & Marmalade Card; Jenlee Schoolcraft
I received the cutest stamp sets from Jenlee Schoolcraft called Minnie & Marmalade from Tonic Studios. For my first June project, I created a beautiful card using the paper piecing technique using Minnie and a purse accessory.
Minnie's dress was pieced by stamping and fussy cutting the dress with paper scraps from Echo Park Our Story Matters 6x6 pad. The technique is pretty simple since this was a simple design. I used alcohol markers for her skin, hair and shoes. Colored those in before adhering the pieced dress.
To finish off the card, I used more paper scraps from the same 6x6 pad, a white arch and an enamel bow from Eyelet Outlet.
How sweet!
Watch how it's put together on my YouTube video:
(I had an ink oops on the bag label, but watch the video as I just color right over it!)
If you're not already a subscriber, I'd love for you to subscribe. I have many different playlists so go ahead and check them out!
If you are interested in budget friendly new and/or slightly used crafty supplies, look no further than Jenlee Schoolcraft website. There are so many different supplies that you'll need to add to your stash. And if you use my first name, Dorlene as a coupon code, you'll receiving 10% off your total order.
Friday, June 5, 2026
TGIF; Thankful Friday #416
Happy Friday and it's another week to be thankful! This week I'm thankful for books.
My daughter and I have been challenging ourselves to read as many books as possible during the summer months. We're in our 26th year. It started on May 29th and will end the day before the first day of school.
So far I have read three books! Once I complete the books, I write a book review. If you're interested in reading those reviews, follow me on IG @retir_edmd.
What are you thankful for this week?







