Free Printable Chip Bags: Swiftie (Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour)

It happened on a random day. It was the early 2000s and my dad was playing his radio as usual. Just as I was approaching him, the speakers blasted Teardrops on My Guitar and we both looked at each other and mouthed "ang ganda" (it's beautiful) as we didn't want to interrupt the song. We didn't have access to cable tv or the internet back then and I had no idea who was singing just that I would always look forward to hearing her on the radio. That's how this debut Swiftie was born and the rest is history. Seriously, I could go on but it'll take an entire day and I don't want this to end up like a novel! *laughs* Fast forward to three hundred takeout coffees later,  I've been trying to get tickets to the Taylor Swift: Eras Tour but I didn't survive the great war for any of the 2023 and 2024 stops. I designed some free printable chip bag templates as packaging for cookies that I was hoping to bake for fellow Swifties (ifykyk) or I could fill them with stationery that I designed. That was the idea. I didn't get the tickets and I was about to shelf this but I figured, why not share it? They could be fun for some Taylor Swift-themed parties!

Free Printable Chip Bags: Tomorrow x Together (TXT Act: Sweet Mirage)

Concerts are back and you know what else is fun aside from the actual shows? The fan community! The freebies, giveaways, trading, games, and activities have become such a fun way to interact and bond with fellow fans that it has become a tradition amongst concert goers. Last year, we gave away TXT Moabong sticker sheets and keychains for the Act: Lovesick in Manila. For Act: Sweet Mirage this year, I thought I'd make something that all MOAs can use for their Tomorrow x Together freebies so I created these free printable chip bag templates.

Free Printable Stickers: Pastel Journal and Planner Labels

Free printable stickers anyone? I was initially playing with an old project's file and came across these unused shapes and elements. I figured that it would be best to put them to good use while I continue to practice during my break. Not to sound like a workaholic there. I just wanted to play and somehow make art that really has no purpose (at first). Just because and see if something comes out of it. Then I remembered this friend that I made through the internet many years ago (blogging at first and then eventually we found ourselves sharing BTS and Taylor Swift memes in our DMs). She has these planner and journal spreads and I thought it would be cool to make stickers for them. Of course they had to be pastel printable stickers. An ode to my teenage color palette.

Bejeweled Concert Outfit Ideas with Popilush Shapewear

 

Hey lucky one. If you managed to win the great war and snatched tickets to an iconic concert tour, you're probably wondering which outfits to pack (or make) just in time for the show. With hundreds of songs and lyrics (not to mention music videos and actual tour outfits) to draw inspiration from, it can be pretty overwhelming. But if there's one very iconic piece of clothing from the show, it's definitely the many bejeweled bodysuits. You're in luck because I've compiled some ideas on how you can shine and make your own with Popilush shapewear.

Ko-fi Shop Open (FAQs + Freebies)

I know you've got some questions. Yes, Anne's Scribbles and Doodles is the name of this blog from ten years ago. But this time, it's going to be more than that. It's a shop. It's my creative gallery. A playground of sorts. And I've finally launched it! Here's everything you need to know about my freebies, digital planners, printables and upcoming merch line.

How to Bring Your Clothes Back from the Dead

In with the new, out with the old. Trends come and go. But this doesn't mean that you'd have to throw all your old clothes away. That's just not practical. So what's a girl got to do? Resurrect departed (read boring) clothes back from the dead! To help you out, I’ve rounded up some DIY ideas that’ll breathe life into your lackluster wardrobe. Transform them from blah to bam with these five tricks!

Googly Gooeys: Brush Lettering and Watercolor Workshop

I never imagined that I would come to associate the word "therapeutic" with watercolor. Growing up, I've gotten myself into various arts and crafts but never had the chance to experiment with the medium not until lately. Now, I could add it to the list of things I'd rather be doing on a Friday night. Apart from reading and writing (or eating) of course.

DIY Pants to Dungarees

I'm a huge fan of thrift shopping and upcycled transformations so whenever I could, I try to DIY my way with clothes. Some of them turn out great while others don't get that lucky. About a year ago, I found these bright pink pair of pants that were too baggy for anyone to bother with. I've been wanting to buy some dungarees at the time  but didn't have enough cash. The fix? I sewed up the old pants and turned them into dungarees. And the best part is, the straps are detachable so you can wear it as a pair of shorts too!

Easy DIY Color Block Pots

If you're like me who has a penchant for greenery, you're bound to have plants and pots lying around. I'm not one to buy crazy expensive albeit pretty pots. We have DIYs for that. I've been seeing color blocked pots around the garden section of the department store lately and I find them ridiculously priced and so I thought, why not make a homemade version? After all, we'll need less materials than the fingers in one hand. Read through for instructions!

DIY Paper Gift Bow Tutorial

"Brown paper packages tied up in string, these are a few of my favorite things!" That or presents with large festive ribbons. How do you like wrapping gifts? The holiday season is upon us and I bet you've been bitten by the Christmas bug too and went out and bought a gazillion presents for your loved ones. Unfortunately, your budget's gone low in the wrapping department. Well that or you just spaced and forgot to buy supplies. Worry no more because I've got something for you: DIY gift bows using pretty paper or recycled magazine pages!

DIY Mini Party Poppers and Piñata

Piñatas and party poppers are two of my favorite things in any party. All that confetti and candy is too divine to just not adore, right? Who doesn't want color and sweets? Because of this, I decided to make a hybrid of the two using items that you can easily find at home alongside some recycled materials. Now without further ado, behold these DIY mini party poppers and piñata!

DIY Alice in Wonderland Photo Booth

As I've mentioned before, I love an Alice in Wonderland party. I like the quirkiness of it all, the mismatched details and the peculiar characters. Simply put, I have a penchant for crazy and weird. *laughs* When my sister had her birthday party prepped to this theme, I saw to it that we had our very own photo booth that's equal parts wonky and cute. I made sure to document the process as well so I can share it with you! 

Carnation Paper Flower DIY

I've been making DIY paper flowers for as long as I can remember. Don't get me wrong. I prefer fresh blossoms but some occasions just call for petals that never wilt. One of my go-to blooms would have to be these carnation paper flowers. They're easy and there's not much complexities involved. All you'd have to do is twist, twist and twist! 

DIY Alice in Wonderland Party Place Card Holders

Party place card holders should always be about style and function. They're not meant to be boring and an Alice in Wonderland party surely needs something a little colorful and out of the box. For my sister's birthday, we wanted something that's as easy as it is pretty. We didn't have a lot of time in our hands and as the White Rabbit chimes, "We're running late!" so we opted for this DIY. It only took us ten minutes tops! We all love an easy craft project, don't we? Read on for instructions!

Alice in Wonderland Party Invitations

This invite is a treat so go on and read.

You're off to an adventure down the Rhob-it hole none other.

Bring out your mad hats and let's go nuts.

Be sure to mark the date and don't be late.

It's a day of fun with bonkers on the run.

DIY Watercolor Pattern Paper

When I threw my sister an Alice Rhob in Wonderland themed birthday party, I found myself on a quest for pretty and colorful patterned paper. I needed something vivid and at the same time a bit wacky for the invitations, the sign boards, the photo booth and the rest of the decorations. I specifically wanted a watercolor splattered design but I just could not find any so I decided to make them instead. Anyone up for a fun, quick and easy DIY?

DIY Alice in Wonderland Themed Party

Whimsical and roundabout bonkers. This is the very reason why Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is dear to me. I love the idea of this somewhat logical madness and I like how I can translate the story, the movies and their elements into quirky and playful projects. So when my sister turned eighteen last year, we decided to celebrate it through a whimsical pastel explosion of sorts.

Papemelroti Haul

Ever since I've been bitten by the DIY bug, my knack for cutesy assortments never faded away. It stuck like bubble gum and no matter how much I convince myself that I'm a craftaholic on the road to recovery, I always end up on the road to the craft store. Such was the case when I made Papemelroti a major item in my Manila travel itinerary. 

Papemelroti Gift Shop and Going Artsy-Crazy

The smell of paper excites me. I like its texture, the smoothness or the roughness that go with each page. I love its color, the shades that go on and on in a rainbow that never ends. Paper compels me in a way. You know, the kind of compulsion that "fictional vampires" have the capability of. I know it sounds weird and cray but it's a hundred percent true. Blame my love for books and crafts for this addiction. Now, imagine my elation when I first stepped into Papemelroti last year all thanks to my cousin Ryche. I vowed to come back should I visit Manila again and I promised myself I'd snap photos too! And so I did. 

DIY Floral Garden Photo Frame

The new year continues to roll out and I thought it would be great to share with you a DIY on jazzing stuff up starting with a picture frame. I'm sure you've got loads of them lounging around at your place or you may have received them (repeatedly or not) during the holiday "manito-manita". This one was specifically made as a present. You see my sister was pondering about the gift she'll be giving her best friend last December and we came up with this DIY Floral Garden Photo Frame. Read more for the instructions!