Creating a stamp is not hard. Creating one that lasts and has great quality…I will leave that to the experts. If you read Tuesday’s technique post you already know what I am talking about. For today I will finish the card. For a video please go to DIY Stamp Video. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, JoniContinue reading “Foam stamps make great cards.”
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Using foam to make stamps.
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended. Did you know that you can make your own stamps? I am not saying to go buy another machine. I am saying to use what you already have. So grab your fun foam from the dollar store and your BigContinue reading “Using foam to make stamps.”
Quick treat holders.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Here’s a quick idea for you when you get in a rush for those thirty school treats that need to be done the night before. I know it’s crazy but we are back in session and rolling. My brain is still rebelling against the whole routine but I know I have toContinue reading “Quick treat holders.”
Shimmer paint as more than paint.
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended. Did you know that the new shimmer paint in the Holiday Catalog can also be used to create a misty background? Just grab your stampin’ spritzer and fill 3/4 of the way with rubbing alcohol as it dries faster thanContinue reading “Shimmer paint as more than paint.”
How to make snow.
Since most of us live here in the desert we may not remember what snow looks like. With fall upon us many parts of the country start to get dustings of snow. When creating cards and projects use your Wink of Stella brush pen to create the look of a dusting. Happy Crafting! With inkyContinue reading “How to make snow.”
An apple a day is for back to school.
It’s Tutorial Thursday and I am here to show you how to create this card! Cut Real Red Card Stock at 4 1/4″ X 11″. Score at 5 1/2″. Cut Vellum Card Stock at 4″ X 5 1/4″. Run through Big Shot with Basket Weave Textured Impression Embossing Folder. (For a map of the layersContinue reading “An apple a day is for back to school.”
Seeing the forest for the trees.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Have you heard the saying that you can’t see the forest for the trees? Well, today we are creating the trees so you are good. I don’t know if you could see it, but there is a bit of Wink of Stella Clear added to the trees to mimic snow. I hopeContinue reading “Seeing the forest for the trees.”
Country Lane Suite
So, do you hear John Denver? Every time I hear or say Country Lane Suite I think of that song. You know which one. The one stuck in your head now. Last night I created with this great new suite called Country Lane. I love the colors, textures, and images. Now I have to figureContinue reading “Country Lane Suite”
And some days you just mess up.
Well, the Wacky Wednesday is me this time. Have you ever had a moment where you think how could I have been that stupid? Well, here I am admitting this to you. Here’s what happened. Last week we had Card Class and we created this very cute denim pocket card. So the stitching on theContinue reading “And some days you just mess up.”
When the littlest piece is the most important.
Sometimes the littlest piece is the most important. In this case that little scrap from yesterday’s post became the anchor point to tie on the wire accent or ornament. To view the video and how to create this card as well as a preview of new products for the Holiday Catalog please go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ujp4ofA6vo. HappyContinue reading “When the littlest piece is the most important.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 