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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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.
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.
To see how both of these projects are created as well as many tips please go to https://youtu.be/lP93ZgMeV-U.
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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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?
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest so you can be recharged for the week.
In order to rest you have to be at peace. Here are three things you can do to be at peace.
To read the full article please go to https://www.bodyshotperformance.com/the-art-of-deliberate-rest-and-why-you-get-more-done-when-you-do-less-with-bestselling-author-and-researcher-alex-soojung-kim-pang-part-2/.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Sale Saturday!
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.
To read about the details for the new Club Order that requires no commitment please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/rewards/.
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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.
I will not be doing a Pay It Forward Event next month but I will be accepting cards if you would like to donate. Please have your cards to me before the end of February. I will be mailing out a box on March 1.
Also, start cleaning out your cabinets or shelves for the 7th Annual Rubber Rummage Sale in late March. As you clean please remember that your products you are selling do not need to be Stampin’ Up! but they do need to be crafty. They also need to fit inside the box I give you (usually 14X14X6).
And as you think about it please let me know if you have somewhere you would like to donate the leftover Rummage items to by the end of February. We will vote on where to donate in early March.
When suggesting a place please contact them beforehand to ensure they want a donation.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
P.S. We will have a Re-Rummage Sale in April and all the proceeds will go to Operation Gratitude. This sale is from last year’s Rummage Sale so I can make room for more.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Instead of a tutorial with one card I figured I would give you supply lists for four cards! Ready? Let’s go!
The card on the left needs:
The card in the middle needs:
The card on the right needs:
And for the last card(s):
For complete instructions please go to the video, https://youtu.be/S0OgZn5NiWU.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended!
Have you ever packed up your crafting supplies to go create at a friend’s home only to find you forgot your blocks? Don’t fret. Instead use the sheet of acetate that comes with your photopolymer stamps. Stick your stamp on the sheet, ink, and stamp. You will have to do a little more rubbing since the acetate isn’t hard like a block. But you will be able to stamp.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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