It’s Tutorial Thursday! This card was created with the gradient effect. It can be done with a sponge dauber or baby wipe. For the video please go to video of falling leaves (https://youtu.be/wyxwWmyNadI). Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, Joni 🙂
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Sponge daubers are for more than backgrounds.
It’s Technique Tuesday! Did you know that your Sponge Dauber can do more than ink edges and create big polka dots? They can also create a gradient effect for your stamps. Here is what you need plus a clear block. When placing or sponging the ink on to your stamp start with the lightest colorContinue reading “Sponge daubers are for more than backgrounds.”
Making leaves into flowers.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! I know that you can figure out how to create a leaf background by randomly stamping leaves all over your card stock. So here are some other ideas to create with that same leaf stamp. I made a sunflower and a layered poinsettia. To view the video on how to create theseContinue reading “Making leaves into flowers.”
Leaves become a flower.
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today we are stretching our supplies and thinking creatively. The Rooted In Nature set keeps giving me more ideas. Yes, they are beautiful leaves. But, did you know, that those same leaves become beautiful flowers? To see this card finished and several others please tune back in to my Faceboook Page tomorrowContinue reading “Leaves become a flower.”
Foam stamps make great cards.
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.”
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.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 