Ask Susan

"To be on a quest is nothing more or less
than to become an asker of questions.
Sam Keen"

Have you seen a technique about papercraft and have had to ask yourself "Whats that?" or "How do I do that?"

Have you heard about something people do in the paper craft world that leaves you wondering what it could mean and why it is important?

Is there a new technique, tool or term you are wanting to know more about? Do you have some ideas for how PaperCraftCentral could grow?

Most people new to the paper craft world have such questions, and every time a new technique or product comes out, I do too! That's why I love an excuse to check out new things and help connect people with information.

Here's a place to have some of your paper craft questions answered, AND have a chance to contribute your ideas as suggestions for new content at PaperCraftCentral!

Here's How to Ask Susan Something:

If you would like to know about something that has not yet been featured on PaperCraftCentral, please feel free to ask Susan about it, using the form below. She will do her best to answer your questions and/or find a way to demonstrate the techniques you would like to see.

All you need to do is fill in the short form below. Please tell Susan all you know about the technique or term that you want to know more about.

Please Note: If Susan decides that to properly answer your question she needs to show you some pictures to help explain it, then it will take a few days to get an answer published. Please call back in often to see when your answer has been posted on the Ask Susan page.

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Hi,

There is a picture of a paper cutting tool that makes wavy lines. I can't seem to find this tool anywhere. What brand is it and where can it be ...

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Hi (:
Just wondering what size your paper bags were :)
(for the paper bag scrapbook)

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Maybe you have a project you have made that you would like to see featured on PaperCraftCentral? You can use the same form below to tell us about your project and have it considered for inclusion on PaperCraftCentral.com!

It would be great to have a picture of your project and a few basic instructions on how to make it. Your work will always be attributed to you if you are published here as you will have your very own page here at PaperCarftCentral.

Here's a Tip: You will be able to upload a picture using the form above!