Author Archives: Joni Daniel

Larger stamps can be backgrounds too.

Any stamp can become a background.  It doesn’t matter how big or how small.  Today’s background is created by the stamp set Crafting Forever.  For the finished card please come back on Thursday for the tutorial. Tip:  Make sure if you are coloring to stamp with memento ink for the stampin’ blends or in archivalContinue reading “Larger stamps can be backgrounds too.”

And we are back to Monday.

And here we are again at the beginning of the week.  So now that we just finished with our fun here’s what’s happening for next week. I will be vending at the Gem & Mineral Show from Thursday through Saturday at the Sportsman’s Club in Joshua Tree.  Come find out what’s new, get your voucher,Continue reading “And we are back to Monday.”

Sun, shopping, and flip flops.

So today instead of resting I am breaking out of the routine.  I am using some hydrating lotion to keep my skin from peeling after yesterday’s Woof Walk.  I didn’t get burned but I’m not used to the wind any more.  And I am doing some shopping.  This crafty girl needs a new pair ofContinue reading “Sun, shopping, and flip flops.”

Sales, markets, and jewelry.

There is plenty going on for all to enjoy.  Today I am up at Pappy & Harriet’s for the Woof Walk from now until 1 pm.  Come see what’s new, pick up a voucher, and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate.  I made a few new things for sale pictured below.Continue reading “Sales, markets, and jewelry.”

Birthdays, celebrations, and memories.

It’s not about the day especially, but it is about making a memory.  It’s about celebrating with that person and making them feel like they matter.  That’s why we do what we do.  As I sit here with a bucket of cards ready to go out I hope they matter because you do. This weekContinue reading “Birthdays, celebrations, and memories.”

Finishing a project.

Do you have a bunch of unfinished projects laying around?  Finish them!  Do you know how good it feels to actually finish?  I often don’t either, but I finished my card last night.  It made me want to finish more projects.  So here is the video tutorial on this card. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers,Continue reading “Finishing a project.”

How to unstick a mistake.

Pour the heat on.  You heard me.  You need some heat to get out of the mess you’re in.  Take your heat gun and from the back unstick your crooked mat, accent, whatever.  It works.  Heat for about 20 seconds and then gently pull your piece off.  If it doesn’t come off easily with aContinue reading “How to unstick a mistake.”

Woof Walk…

Are you ready for the week?  I’m not quite there.  I hope you are better prepared than I am.  Well, regardless if we are ready, here we go… On Saturday, March 24th come out for Woof Walk at Pappy and Harriet’s.  I will be up in the courtyard ready for you! Save the date onContinue reading “Woof Walk…”

Sundays are for catching up.

Sometimes I rest and other days I catch up.  Today I catch up.  I am resting by getting back organized and ready to conquer the week.  Some days you just have to clean things out and get back ready to running again.  How are you preparing for today and this week? Happy Crafting! With inkyContinue reading “Sundays are for catching up.”