It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Did you realize that there is a little heart on the Dog Builder Punch? That little heart we have used to create paw prints, collar emblems, and backgrounds. Do you know that the little heart also punches out the littleContinue reading “Puppies with heart.”
Category Archives: Technique
Not everything lines up.
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today’s tip is to offset when you can. Usually we mat with hopefully straight and even lines but today we are not doing that. We are still lining up evenly but the accent is offset as if it it coming off the page. I figured this technique out when I was frustratedContinue reading “Not everything lines up.”
Two cards today.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today we are creating two cards, not just one. Here are the instructions for the top card that has the Parisian Flourish 3D Embossing Folder for a background. Cut Thick Whisper White Card Stock to 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″. Score on the 8 1/2″ side at 4 1/4″. Attach Pretty PeacockContinue reading “Two cards today.”
Using the Poppy Die as a background.
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Today the Painted Labels Dies that coordinate with the Painted Poppies Stamp Set are being used. The outline of the poppy is displayed as a background for the sentiment in this card. For a full tutorial of this card pleaseContinue reading “Using the Poppy Die as a background.”
Embossing without stray dots.
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today’s topic is how to emboss without stray dots. You will want to get an Embossing Buddy or in a pinch you can use a used dryer sheet. Please make sure it is used. If it is new it will leave too much residue on your card stock. Rub your Embossing BuddyContinue reading “Embossing without stray dots.”
It’s all about the poppies!
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today we are creating cards with the Painted Poppies Stamp Set. Take Thick Whisper White Card Stock and cut to 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″. On the 8 1/2″ side score at 4 1/4″. Cut Blackberry Bliss Card Stock to 5 1/4″ X 4″ and attach with Snail Adhesive. Cut Peaceful PoppiesContinue reading “It’s all about the poppies!”
When it’s not the right color dye it.
It’s Technique Tuesday! I would encourage you to always purchase the white one along with all the colors you want. What am I talking about? I am talking about the ribbon, tassles, or paper that you purchase. On top of all the colors you want I would also encourage you to purchase a white one.Continue reading “When it’s not the right color dye it.”
Gift card envelopes from card stock.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today instead of showing you how to create an entire project I figured I could show you how to create a gift card holder. With shipping at the postal service going up for packages starting in January I thought some of you might opt for the gift card instead. So here’s howContinue reading “Gift card envelopes from card stock.”
Paper for chargers.
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Are you setting your table for Christmas dinner? Did you forget the chargers and now don’t have a proper place setting? Use your paper instead. Grab your Designer Series Paper to decorate your place setting. Happy Crafting! Merry Christmas! WithContinue reading “Paper for chargers.”
Using the leftovers to get the results you want.
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I want to talk to you about when you are travelling. Since it’s Christmas Eve I know some of you are probably on the road today. When you want to craft away from home you bring just the bare necessities. So remember when you are stamping that one ink pad canContinue reading “Using the leftovers to get the results you want.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 