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Punchers are a staple of scrapbooking: they’re one of the first tools we buy when we take up this hobby. They come in all shapes and sizes, at a wide range of prices, and (if used properly) can last for many, many years. Continue reading →

Wedding scrapbooking collections 2026 A wedding day is one of the most emotional days in a person’s life and, for that reason, deserves to be remembered and cherished in the most special way. Scrapbooking allows you to preserve these moments in a creative and entirely personalised way. From the invitations right through to the honeymoon, with wedding scrapbooking collections you can capture every detail surrounding this wonderful event. Whether it’s for yourself or for commissions, in these collections you’ll find the perfect products to bring your ideas to life and capture that whole love story in a personalised way. Continue reading →

Explore 5 vs Explore 4 At Craftelier, we know that when a new machine comes out, the big question inevitably arises: is it worth making the upgrade, or is the previous model still a good buy? If you’re comparing the Cricut Explore 5 and Explore 4, the answer isn’t simply a matter of looking at the name or being swayed by the novelty. The important thing is to understand what really changes in day-to-day use: the size, the user experience, what’s included in each bundle, and how each machine fits in with your creative process. Continue reading →

Vellum paper, also known as tracing paper or onion skin paper, is a very versatile type of speciality paper, perfect for use in all kinds of scrapbooking, card-making and stationery projects. It is a lightweight paper with a translucent finish, giving it a very subtle and elegant look. Continue reading →

Introducing our new heat sealing tool, which allows you to seal plastic and sleeves to create pockets and custom designs for your projects. With the Minty Fuse Tool, you can cut plastic cleanly or fuse it with a beautiful stitched effect. In this post, we explain how to use it step by step, its possible applications, and some tips and tricks to get the most out of it. Continue reading →

Spring is finally here! With it, the cold air gives way to a warm breeze, the colours of the flowers replace the greys, and the sky turns a brilliant blue. And all this burst of colour is reflected in the scrapbooking collections, filling them with floral patterns and soft pastel shades, and bringing light and life to our creative projects. It is therefore no coincidence that many brands launch some of their most beautiful and versatile collections at this time of year, often drawing inspiration from nature and the little details that characterise this season. Continue reading →

Eyelets are small metal discs that serve both to protect a hole and to embellish it. In the world of scrapbooking, they are actually a very popular item that requires the use of a special tool, the Crop-A-Dile. Continue reading →