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  • Halloween
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas

What You'll Learn This Week

Paper is an inexpensive, accessible, and easy material to work with -- plus, there's no faster way to whip up personalized touches for party guests.

When it comes to stamping, one template can work wonders on many materials. Learn the technique this week, and then use your skills all summer.

Project 1
America's Party-Perfect Patterned Invitations

America's Party-Perfect Patterned Invitations

Nothing makes a guest feel more special than a paper invitation -- and all it takes is a simple stamp. Try it this week, and then upload your finished invites!

Project 2
Rubber-Stamped Place Cards

Rubber-Stamped Place Cards

Turn an ordinary dinner into a special event with these easy-to-make cards. Use this technique to craft place cards to match any color palette or theme.

Fourth of July Project
Patriotic Bunting

Patriotic Bunting

Work ahead for the Fourth of July! Every week we'll introduce a new project to have you hosting the ultimate Independence Day bash.

More Stamping Ideas

Stamped Book Pages

Now that you've learned our best tips and tricks, experiment with patterns and color schemes with a few of our favorite designs.

Summer Workshop Week 3

Have you tried stamping? Whether you've crafted beautiful invites or made your own place cards, we want to see your great work! Upload a photo and description now -- and be sure to rate and comment on your favorites.

upload a photo

Entertaining Tip

Entertaining Tip

Simply Set
For an informal place setting, start with a dinner plate only if planning to serve a first course. The teaspoon is left off the table; it arrives with coffee or tea, placed at the saucer's edge. A water glass and single wineglass are set, suggesting that one wine will accompany dinner. A cloth napkin adds a touch of elegance.

Weekend Party Plan

Pressed Sandwiches and Hazelnut Blondies

Try it this weekend! Even if it's for a small group of family or friends, send your invites or put out place cards along with this simple summer menu.

Keep silverware and napkins in one place for easy casual entertaining.

Workshop Message Board

Meet and exchange ideas with other Workshop participants.

Workshop Experts

Hannah Milman

Hannah Milman

Hannah, our editorial director of crafts, is inspired by nature -- seashells, acorns, pinecones, eggs, and cranberries are her paint and canvas. "I'm always treasure hunting wherever I go," she says.

Lucinda Scala Quinn

Lucinda Scala Quinn

When the weather turns warm, Lucinda, our editorial director of food and entertaining, heads to Riverside Park in New York City to picnic with her family.

Marcie McGoldrick

Marcie McGoldrick

For most people, holidays are about tradition. But every year Marcie, holiday and crafts editor, comes up with new ideas for classic crafts. She spends her free time making porcelain dishes and jewelry.

Karen Clark Pessoni

Karen Clark Pessoni

Karen, senior online editor, likes to spend her summer gardening with her 2-year-old daughter, Ella, who doesn't quite know the difference between a flower and a weed.

Regan Burns

Regan Burns

Online food editor Regan finds inspiration for summer cooking at the Union Square Greenmarket in New York City.