Sometimes the negative speaks louder than the positive. This is true in stamping also. In this case I took the smaller leaf from the Seasonal Layers Thinlits Dies and created a background. Don’t be scared of the negative. Sometimes if the negative is used correctly it becomes a huge positive. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers,Continue reading “Negative space can be a positive.”
Category Archives: Tutorial
Coloring on vellum.
The new Stampin’ Blends are awesome! They dry while coloring on vellum. Finally, something that dries without having to heat set. And there is enough color to block the adhesive. Take a look at the Facebook Live that has been uploaded to YouTube for a full tutorial. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, Joni 🙂
Embossing paste…to sponge or mix?
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?”
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.”
Sparkle and glitter make the world go round.
I think the world would be pretty dull without a little bit of sparkle or glitter. Do you know how to add this to any background? Here’s how…https://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/shavingcreamsparkle/. Take a look and see. If you give it a try please post a photo to the Facebook page. If you would like to see this createdContinue reading “Sparkle and glitter make the world go round.”
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 🙂
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.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 