It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended!
So last night I was fixing dinner and the pan got a little too hot. The oil began to smoke. You know what that means. Yes. The smoke alarm began to chirp and then built up to a full blown scream. So I opened the door so now the neighbors know that I’m cooking. And I did what I normally do. Grabbed the Specialty Plate (gray one) and began to fan that smoke alarm to make it stop. Soon silence ensued.
Just a note…the Specialty Plate works better than the Cutting Plate (clear one). It bends less.
What Stampin’ product do you use for something other than what it was intended for?
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I want to talk to you about embossing on foil paper. It can be done!
Last Wednesday (or even the one before) on the Live, I had someone comment (thanks Pam) and ask if heat embossing can be done on foil paper. I hadn’t tried so it was a challenge.
I grabbed a piece of Red Foil Paper (now retired) and stamped in Versamark Ink with the Tulip Fields Photopolymer Stamp Set. I had to be careful so the stamp did not slide. Since the ink did not dry as quickly as usual I stamped all of the sunrays, coated with white embossing powder, and then heated with the Heat Tool. Minus a few fingerprints and a smudge or two it was perfect.
It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week!
When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from January 16-31 (TODAY) order $50 or more in product with host code 99QNKBTJ or using the link https://www.stampinup.com/?hostcode=99QNKBTJ to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until February 1.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus.
Place any order with the link above and be entered to win the Calming Camellia Host Stamp Set. Only one entry per order. This is only good through tonight. Orders must be submitted by 11:59 pm to qualify.
I am here and ready for you during Open Day Sessions this morning and afternoon.
Please note that I will be closed on Thursday from noon until 7:30 pm. I will return on Friday at 9:30 am! Joel and I are celebrating our 26th Anniversary!
Join me on Saturday from 8-1 at the 29 Palms Farmers’ Market. I will be demonstrating a technique with the Blending Brushes, have Valentine’s Day kits to go or to create there, door prizes, and much more!
It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to focus on resting so you can be recharged for the rest of the week.
I don’t know about you, but my body is used to moving at least every other day. So when it comes to the weekends when I take some time to not work out and rest, sometimes my body gets a little stiff. I tend to read more on Sundays so naturally my neck and shoulders are a bit tight. Here are some tips or stretching exercises to help you with your stiff neck.
If you would like to order online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=99QNKBTJ. This is the link to qualify for the new Club order. This link expires January 31.
For any order of any amount placed between now and January 31st using the link above you will get a ticket for a chance to win the Calming Camellia Stamp Set. Each order is one ticket or chance to win. This is my way of giving back and saying thank you for continuing to be awesome Crafty Customers! I figured I could pass along the celebration since I am within $100 of making $200K for my career sales. Thank you for getting me this far!
For my Team…when you place an order please email me the date, order number, and product total (CSV).
And, last but not least, I am adding an event close to quite a few of you. I will be vending at the 29 Palms Farmers’ Market every first Saturday starting on February 5.
It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.
I recently ran across this quote or story and it said everything I wanted it to. The little things matter! The little things are often what keep many of us going. Don’t underestimate a phone call, a check in, a text, or a card.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I want to share with you some alternate projects (as well as the ones that are by the instructions) for the Light the Candles Card Kit. Now this kit is currently not orderable but I do have a couple that I have pre-ordered for you. Please contact me to get yours.
The first alternate project I am calling the “Bagelope” simply because a bag is created from an envelope. For this project you will need an envelope, Paper Trimmer, Mini Glue Dots, ribbon, and decorations.
Seal envelope with Tear & Tape on flap and both sides.
Trim one edge with Paper Trimmer just barely. This opening will be the top of your bag.
Score evenly on three sides. (all sides but the one you just trimmed)
Fold back and forth.
Push in to create gussets.
Flatten triangles on the bottom.
Place Tear & Tape on the triangles and then fold under.
Punch holes for ribbon and decorate as wanted.
The top can be scored just a bit if you want the top to fold over.
The second project is simply taking one of the card fronts and trimming it down to fit a box. But, here is the list of instructions for you.
When you create something similar using any of these tips please post a photo of your completed project to my page, https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Did you know that our dies can be used for more than paper? They can also be used to cut aluminum cans, very thin balsa wood, cork, and more. You can also use them as a stencil to create shapes that can be painted, drawn, cut out, etc. And, last but not least, dies can also put impressions into cookies. They are not great for cookie cutters but they will make a dent so the image can be seen. (Do not leave the die in any food that will eventually go into the oven.)
Do you have different ways to use your dies? If so please comment here or post your idea on my facebook page, https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.
It’s Technique Tuesday! There are so many great products to choose from. So where do you start? Contact me and I can help. One of the ways I would tell you to start is with this great 1/4″ White Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon. To which you would probably say, “but it’s boring”.
Yes, it is white which means it is a great blank slate. When you color the ribbon with any of the Stampin’ Blends (alcohol markers) and let it dry just under a minute. Then you have whatever color you choose.
It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week!
When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from January 16-31 order $50 or more in product with host code 99QNKBTJ or using the link https://www.stampinup.com/?hostcode=99QNKBTJ to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until February 1.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus.
I am here and ready for you during Open Day Sessions this morning and afternoon.
Please take note that the Product Class on Saturday, January 29 has been canceled. I am working on new kits and products for the upcoming craft fairs and farmers’ markets. Is there something you are hoping to see?
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 