When using the embossing paste do you sponge color on after or mix it in to the paste? My answer, as always, it depends. It depends on what kind of color you want. Do you want really vivid, deep color or just a splash? For really deep color you want to mix some of yourContinue reading “Embossing paste…to sponge or mix?”
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Alcohol markers color more than paper.
Have you tried the new Stampin’ Blends, the alcohol markers? Did you know they can color more than paper? You can color tile, glass, embellishments, and more! Take a look! If you need a brochure for the new Blends comment or contact me so I can get you a copy! Happy Crafting! With inky fingers,Continue reading “Alcohol markers color more than paper.”
A bracket becomes a mustache.
You’ve probably heard me say this before, “look at products sideways and upside down if you have to”. Sometimes you just don’t know what you have. I recently purchased the large letter framelits and one of the brackets I am sure was also designed to be a mustache. Make sure you are using everything toContinue reading “A bracket becomes a mustache.”
Learning to blend.
I figured since the Stampin’ Blends can be ordered tomorrow that I would give you a quick video on how to use them. There are some cute samples and projects with this video so check them out. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, Joni 🙂
Sales, promotions, and more!
Since there is quite a bit going on I think we’d better get started. There is a paper share happening now. It is $50 to get a bit of every piece of designer series paper that is on sale. The event is set up and the e-mail has been sent. If you did not receiveContinue reading “Sales, promotions, and more!”
Using scraps for a background.
Once in a while you actually need to use your scraps. That folder, bin, or bag gets full! Use those bits and pieces! Trim them into similar shapes and create a background. If you have bigger pieces then you can create mats or accents like the vanilla wood plank. Now go create! For the fullContinue reading “Using scraps for a background.”
Sometimes dimensionals level you out.
Sometimes dimensionals are not to bring things up but to level them out. When doing a shaker card you have an area that is higher than the rest. This is where the shaker is. To level out the card so nothing ends up concave use dimensionals to level it out. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers,Continue reading “Sometimes dimensionals level you out.”
Stampin’ Blends
Today’s tutorial is all about the new stampin’ blends. These are Stampin’ Up!’s new alcohol markers that are awesome! They are available November 1st (next Wednesday). Here is a cute card using the blends and a picture guide on what to do. So…let’s get started. Step 1: Stamp with Memento ink. This will allow forContinue reading “Stampin’ Blends”
Alcohol markers coming soon.
If you didn’t hear on the Facebook Live last night I announced that the alcohol markers are coming back! Stampin’ Blends will be available starting November 1st. To view the video please go to https://youtu.be/pdpcREmx2Xc. So today’s technique is using alcohol markers and showing how to highlight properly. This is something I need to practice too.Continue reading “Alcohol markers coming soon.”
Paper is for more than cards.
Did you know that our Designer Series Paper, Cardstock, or Specialty Paper can be used for much more than just cards? It can also be used with the envelope punch board to create boxes, bags, tags, cards, and more! It’s limited to your imagination. If you need help designing something outside of your box pleaseContinue reading “Paper is for more than cards.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 