Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week and maybe a bit beyond.

When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from March 1-15 order $50 or more in product with host code AVPUTVY3 or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=AVPUTVY3 to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until March 16.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus. But there are only two days left for this bonus!

I am open today for Open Day sessions.

Craft Class is THIS Saturday! You have until Wednesday at midnight to reserve your seat!

And next week on the 26th is the Rubber Rummage Sale!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to focus on resting so you can be recharged for the week.

So you are sitting and trying to deal with the next problem that just slid across your desk. This could be at work or at home. And in some cases, work and home could be the same place. Just looking at this conundrum makes your neck start to tighten. Of course this problem needs to be solved in no time with probably even less of a commitment of resources.

Instead of getting stressed out here are a few tips to help bring you back into balance.

• Go for a short walk.
• Breathe.
• Turn off your phone.
• Walk away from the screen and all of the messages.
• Eat a little something sweet.
• Craft!

To read the rest of the tips and the entire article please go to https://www.huffpost.com/entry/stress-relief-that-works_n_3842511.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Sale Saturday!

It’s your lucky day! You get 20% off when you order any of these 13 lucky bundles or the mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

There is also a new kit that is so cute to create with the kids or grandkids called Robot Buddies. To order the kit please go to https://www.stampinup.com/products/robot-buddies-kids-card-kit-english?hostcode=AVPUTVY3.

If you would like to order online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=AVPUTVY3. This is the link to qualify for the Club order. This link expires this Tuesday, March 15.

To read about the details for the new Club Order that requires no commitment please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/rewards/.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.

I usually don’t write about personal experiences but I have to today. It made my day and I don’t think she even realized it.

I was starting Craft Class yesterday and I had someone in the class that I had not seen in a few months. I had talked to her over the phone but I hadn’t physically seen her. Since I have seen her I have started running again and watching what I eat. And I have to be honest, I was feeling like all of the work may not be worth it. I was seeming to hit a bit of a plateau. The workouts were getting harder and I was not always succeeding at conquering them.

But it’s amazing what a little side conversation can do for a person. The short version is that the comment was that I looked more toned, happy, content, and at peace. That made my day, week, and whatever else! Thank you so much for noticing and saying something!

I know in the past some have commented about how exhausted, worn out, etc. I have looked. And I would agree. But it’s so nice to know that self care and the work that goes with it is paying off outwardly as well as inwardly.

Don’t be afraid to speak up. It just might make someone’s day!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Tutorial Thursday! I want to share one of the lucky thirteen bundles that is on sale through the end of the month. This bundle is called the Welcoming Window Bundle. I’ve had a few people ask me to do some projects with this set so here we go. But I do need to mention…all the card bases are from thick card stock.

For this card you will need a Thick Basic White Card Stock piece for the base cut at 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″. On the 8 1/2″ side it is scored at 4 1/4″. The Soft Suede Card Stock is 5 1/4″ X 4″. The inner mat is from the In Good Taste Designer Series Paper and is cut to 5″ X 3 3/4″. I then took a piece of scrap Basic White Card Stock to cut out the shelves, pots, and flowers. Make sure the flowers match the leaves when stamping as they are two step stamps. And don’t forget the sentiment that is stamped in Cherry Cobbler Ink.

The second card is fairly simple and similar in measurements to the first one. But look at that detail with the lace curtain taken from the 3/8″ Very Vanilla Scalloped Lace Trim. My tip for the curtains is to only use one Mini Glue Dot instead of two when layering the pleats.

And last but not least, the brick background card. Notice when stamping the bricks that the image is perfectly imperfect to resemble real life. I love how the ink grabs on to the stamps to create a true to life image. I also took a Sponge Dauber and dipped it into Soft Suede Ink to create a more wooden look for the window sash.

For a complete look at these three cards, current promotions, and more please go to https://youtu.be/8MDTb1eDYP8.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended!

I never thought I would say this but I used my bling for shoe repair. Here’s how this story goes…

I recently bought a pair of clogs at the local clothing store. I love just about any kind of shoe that can slip on and off. And if you know me then you know I am up and down all day. With each up and down usually comes a chance to misjudge a table leg or chair leg. So my shoes, specifically my toes, get pretty scuffed up.

Well, about a week or so ago I realized that one of my rivets was missing on my shoe. Since I am a detail person that drove me crazy. So I had to figure it out. This led me to go “hunting” in the studio to see how to fix this. Well, I rummaged through my bling box and found a set of the Brushed Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots. They were close enough to fix the blinding hole.

What have you fixed from your crafty products?

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I want to show you the difference a few dots can make.

I started stamping these flowers from the Flowering Tulips Cling Stamp Set and then cutting them out with the Tulips Dies. I noticed they looked a bit flat so then I pulled the Dark Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends off the shelf and started to dot away. Look at the difference!

I’m always amazed how a little change can make such a huge difference!

Oh, and if you want to see the finished cards…

Here is the complete list of supplies used for these cards (as a little bonus):

• Thick Basic White Card Stock
• Poppy Parade Card Stock
• Gorgeous Grape Card Stock
• Flowering Fields 12″ X 12″ Designer Series Paper
• Basic White Card Stock
• Dark Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends
• Flowering Tulips Cling Stamp Set
• Tulips Dies
• Tasteful Labels Dies
• Highland Heather Ink Pad
• Gorgeous Grape Ink Pad
• Garden Green Ink Pad
• Calypso Coral Ink Pad
• Mango Melody Ink Pad
• Daffodil Delight Ink Pad
• Stampin’ Seal
• Dimensionals
• Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

When you create your own project using this technique please post a photo on https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week and maybe a bit beyond.

When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from March 1-15 order $50 or more in product with host code AVPUTVY3 or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=AVPUTVY3 to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until March 16.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus.

I am open today for Open Day sessions.

I will be at the 2nd Saturday Landers’ Craft Fair on Saturday from 10-2! Come on out and see what’s new!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to focus on resting so you can be recharged for the rest of the week.

For those of you that live in the high desert, the last few days have been windy and a bit cold. I was out in it most of the day yesterday and my skin is feeling it. Dry, chapped, and I can’t tell if it is burned by wind or sun or both. Regardless, I looked up ways to take care of chapped skin specifically for the face.

As I was reading through the list I know a couple of the solutions surprised me. So I hope this helps you as much as it does me.

Chapped skin treatment specifically for the face…

• Applying a few drops of coconut oil before bed helps to bring back moisture.
• Rubbing or applying ghee (clarified butter) with a cotton ball or pad. It exfoliates and moisturizes. (This one surprised me.)
• Rub yogurt before going out to prevent chapping. You can thin with a bit of water to allow to dry before applying make-up. (This one surprised me also.)
• Rinse with coconut water will help with chapped skin and also scars. It is best for more oily skin.
• Rubbing aloe vera on the face can also prevent dryness.

To read the complete article please go to https://www.boldsky.com/beauty/skin-care/2012/chapped-skin-natural-home-remedies-230112.html?story=3.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Sale Saturday!

It’s your lucky day! You get 20% off when you order any of these 13 lucky bundles or the mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

There is also a brand new kit that is so cute to create with the kids or grandkids called Robot Buddies.

If you would like to order online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=AVPUTVY3. This is the link to qualify for the Club order. This link expires March 15.

To read about the details for the new Club Order that requires no commitment please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/rewards/.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂