With the new catalog beginning soon I want to remind you that some things are stiff when they are new. So here’s a tip for you to take a birthday candle or a piece of unscented wax and use it for grease. If your new ink pads are sticking or are too stiff for youContinue reading “Wax is useful.”
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Tape is for more than holding things together.
Have you ever thought to stamp on a piece of tape? Me either. Grab your staz-on ink and cleaner and get going. You will need masking tape as well as clear mailing tape. Ink your stamp with staz-on and then place your tape adhesive side down on top of the inked image. Rub lightly. TakeContinue reading “Tape is for more than holding things together.”
Sometimes messy is what is needed.
When I went to OnStage I saw one of the presenters create a background by smearing or swiping their stamp across a glossy paper. That got me to thinking. I can create movement with only two dimensions. So I took some glossy cardstock and basic black ink and did the unthinkable. I smeared my ink. Continue reading “Sometimes messy is what is needed.”
Stamps are not just for paper.
Do you use your stamps for more than just paper? Did you know that they could be used for more than paper? Basically any flat surface can be stamped. I have been creative on cardstock, wood, fabric, glass, cork, metal, clay, paperclay, and even cookies. If you stamp into food make sure to clean yourContinue reading “Stamps are not just for paper.”
Pieces to make a whole.
Sometimes pieces can make a great whole. In this case squares and some gold dots become a great background. Without these gold dots the background looks fairly plain. Remember that the details matter. Remember that even though you might be thinking you are only making a small impact it is probably bigger than youContinue reading “Pieces to make a whole.”
New product and how to use it.
On last night’s Facebook Live I showcased the new Show What You Love Suite. While I hopefully captured some of the textures and colors in the video nothing replaces seeing it in real life. If you would like to take a look before determining if you want to order it please contact me. It’s worthContinue reading “New product and how to use it.”
Window sheets for a box.
Window sheets are not just for shaker cards. They can also be used for an entire pouch. Instead of using cardstock try using a piece of window sheet. Just make sure to have matching or complementary shreds to go inside. They can be so cute with the right contents to match. So next time youContinue reading “Window sheets for a box.”
When in doubt…
Today’s technique is more of a tip. Do you ever get stumped? Do you feel that your creative mojo is just gone? Here is my technique or tip for you today…copy the catalog! There are so many great ideas, projects, and cards in the catalogs that they need to be used. Don’t be scared toContinue reading “When in doubt…”
When Stampin’ Up! Meets Vegas!
I finally have an original thought. I don’t believe I have actually seen this idea anywhere. I used the Fruit Basket Stamp Set with coordinating mini punches to create a slot machine card. I am so excited that it is an original. Here is the link to view the tutorial…https://youtu.be/F5cVU4Y1iq8 And here is the photoContinue reading “When Stampin’ Up! Meets Vegas!”
No more peeling.
Have you ever tried gluing little pieces on to a piece of cardstock and it peeled up? Or the corners just keep curling? Then take all those little pieces and glue them down, but don’t worry about the curling. Instead take that piece and run it through an embossing folder. The pressure will smooth bothContinue reading “No more peeling.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 