Penny is recovering but still has a bit to go. I am putting together a care package for her by mid next week. This means cards and gift cards for dinner. They usually go out so I thought gift cards for places that deliver or have curbside service would be good for hubby to pickContinue reading “Cards and a wash.”
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Giving back to the ones who least expect it!
When you are cranky, hot, hungry, and tired where do you go? I go to the drive-thru and grab a burger, taco, coffee, whatever. Have you stopped to thank whoever is delivering your food or energy to keep going? I would encourage you to grab a handful of balloons, a card, some flowers (paper onesContinue reading “Giving back to the ones who least expect it!”
When wood becomes swiss cheese.
Today’s card has a certain tang to it, much like when you bite in to a good slice of cheese. Here’s how this one was created. The card base is from Soft Suede Card Stock cut at 5 1/2 ” on the 11 ” side. It is scored at 4 1/4″. The Very Vanilla matContinue reading “When wood becomes swiss cheese.”
Remember to use the middle.
Just a little reminder that if you have a double mat and the second mat is solid then don’t be scared to make some holes. Take a few punches out of the bottom mat so you can save paper and time later. Just remember to keep your punches organized or it won’t be much help.Continue reading “Remember to use the middle.”
Different sized punches for a background.
You can grab a few of the same shaped punches or dies to create a background. Just make sure to have varied sizes. In this case I used circle punches. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, Joni 🙂
Not much happening this week.
There’s not much happening this week, thank heavens. Last week was quite busy. And next week there is Card Class. So I thought now would be a perfect time to review the rules of etiquette for this crafty world. If you would like to order online please use host code UAE4AVTN. This code will be upContinue reading “Not much happening this week.”
Feet are up!
My feet are up after having three events in less than three days. I am feeling it a bit today, especially since one of the events was out in the heat. But onward and upward we go. I hope you had fun at the 12th Anniversary Party! Thank you for coming out! Please remember toContinue reading “Feet are up!”
Contests, anniversary party, and more!
I bet you thought I forgot about my 12th Anniversary that was yesterday. Nope, I didn’t. I was just busy preparing for the party tonight! There will be bingo, prizes, favors, food, and a card! If you are not able to make it tonight I have one contest for you. Just one. This contest isContinue reading “Contests, anniversary party, and more!”
And we are back to Friday again.
Are the weeks going faster? It seems as it gets hotter the weeks go faster. Anyone else? Without even thinking about it we are back to Friday again. I am a little slow this morning since we had a get together last night. We (8 of us) had dinner together, crafted, and created. We createdContinue reading “And we are back to Friday again.”
How to color on dark card stock.
Have you been wondering how to get a true color when coloring on dark card stock? Well, here’s how and the full instructions for this card. Cut Basic Gray Card Stock at 5 1/2″ on 11″ side. Score at 4 1/4″. Cut Whisper White Card Stock at 5 1/4″ x 4″. Glue white paper toContinue reading “How to color on dark card stock.”
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 