Tuesday and next weekend are the times to watch!

It’s Sale Saturday! Here’s what is on sale.

There is nothing right now but on Tuesday there will be a 24 hour sale from Stampin’ Up! Everything in the Annual Catalog (the big one only) is 10% off! (Except for this list.)

To shop online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=ARAWCN7Z or contact me to order in person.

Please remember that it’s everything in the catalog except the above list.

On Tuesday’s Weekly Highlights be watching for my version of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday all rolled into one. There will be no in person event this year for Small Business Saturday.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s about people.

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

Every single person is given the same 24 hours. It’s up to you on what you do within that time. Some days you have to focus on yourself so your cup can be full enough to pour out to someone in need. And sometimes you are ready to go and able to help. This is when you just help.

I know for me I usually jump in to help. But, when it comes to my needs, I am not always quick to ask for assistance. Those that are closest to me know when I am struggling and just know to ask. I usually say no, but once in a while I simply say…please.

It’s usually not a big thing that I need help with. But the little thing gives such a boost that I am able to keep going for so much longer after that. And then, occasionally, there are the big things. Surgeries happen. Tires shred. Just life. It’s amazing to me who steps up when you really need it.

I know people can disappoint and cause quite a bit of drama. But, in the end, great relationships are why we stay. Why we still dance. Why we have hope.

Who’s that someone that comes to mind that rescues you? I have a few, thank heavens. As you are thinking of this person or people I would encourage you to reach out and say thank you. Call, mail a card, send a text. Remind them that they are appreciated.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Full Adhesive Post-its and Celebration Labels Dies.

It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today we are talking about the Celebration Labels Dies.

When you watch the video you will see two things created (and three mentioned) with the Celebration Labels Dies. I mention how to create a tag and you can watch the creation of a card and bag topper.

To watch the video please follow the link https://youtu.be/6qp3Z1XUtGk.

And you’re probably wondering about the post-its. They are in the back of the bag. I found full adhesive post-its so it makes it easier to mask.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

When pumpkin seeds become Christmas lights.

It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Today we are talking about seeds turning into lights.

So, if you’ve been around me for a few minutes, then you will know that I say to look at everything upside down, backwards, and sideways. A leaf may become a mustache or a tree becomes a beard. Well, today, pumpkin or apple seeds are becoming Christmas lights.

Grab a piece of Whisper White Card Stock and stamp with Tuxedo Black Memento Ink your seeds. Then take a Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker and create your string of lights by drawing a line between the seeds. Next are the Stampin’ Blends to color the lights. Now you have a string of lights instead of just some seeds.

Maybe that bag of beans can grow a beanstalk after all.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Taking the plush paper to a new level.

It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I will show you how to color on the Plush Poinsettia Specialty Paper. To view the paper on the website please go to https://www.stampinup.com/products/plush-poinsettia-specialty-paper-?demoid=2008407. Here is a quick thumbnail so you know what I am talking about.

For this technique I grabbed my Dark Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blends and began to color. To view the Stampin’ Blends please go to https://www.stampinup.com/products/cherry-cobbler-stampin-blends-combo-pack?demoid=2008407.

See how vibrant that makes that paper. Wow!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Counting down.

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

This week is the Christmas Countdown Class! I have one more seat available for this project kit class! Let me know that you want the spot!

Stamp of the Month is over halfway through. Let me know which option you choose!

And, if you would like to just order and not attend a class virtually or in person, then please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=WVMD627V to help Jodi earn FREE products. This link will be good through tonight at 7:30 pm.

Be watching in the next few days for more details on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday events and specials.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Rest days are for indulgences.

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest and recharge so you are ready for the rest of the week.

For some of you this means getting your chores done and your house straightened so you can start the week without the clutter. For some this means taking a nap. For others this means simply slowing down or staying in your pajamas.

For me this means a bit of indulgence. Instead of rushing around I will probably not cook and in the afternoon maybe have a nice cup of hot chocolate with some of those miniature marshmallows. Unless it’s 80 degrees like yesterday and then it will be a glass of iced tea.

So what is your indulgence that represents you taking a break? What mentally puts you in that place so you know to slow down and enjoy life around you?

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Gift certificates.

It’s Sale Saturday! There’s not much on sale right now but I will tell you it’s coming!

I just saw the new Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration Brochure and you need to save your money. You really do! So here is what I am reminding you about. I do gift certificates! Gift certificates from me are only good through me. They are good for classes, orders, and just about everything else I offer. So you might want to stock up now and ask for Christmas so you have bonus dollars to spend in January.

Any gift certificate can be mailed to wherever, has no expiration date (as long as I am in business), and can be used for just about anything I offer the same as cash. So get the word out and let me know if you would like a certificate. I take cash, check, credit card, paypal, cashapp, or venmo for the purchase of a gift certificate.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Running the wrong way.

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

Have you ever been in a situation that you thought…”surely, no one will come to my rescue”? “No one will want to deal with me while I am so…angry, depressed, sad”…fill in the blank.

This is when you learn who your true friends are. When life gets thrown at you the people that stick by your side are your true friends. The ones that are there for when things are good can still be friends but not to the level of someone willing to go through the mud with you.

Does anyone come to mind when I am writing this? If so, reach out and call, text, send a note, whatever to make them feel appreciated.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Floating ornaments and swiped borders.

It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I will demonstrate how to create a floating ornament card as well as a swiped border tree card.

For the floating ornament card you will need:

  • Misty Moonlight Card Stock
  • Window Sheet
  • Paper Trimmer
  • Mini Glue Dots
  • Adhesive Sheet
  • Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper
  • Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack
  • Star Designer Elements
  • Basket Weave & Metallic Ribbon Combo Pack

For the swiped border tree card you will need:

  • Thick Very Vanilla Card Stock
  • Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper
  • Mossy Meadow Card Stock
  • Very Vanilla Card Stock
  • Mossy Meadow Ink
  • Early Espresso Ink
  • Cajun Craze Ink
  • Life is Beautiful Photopolymer Stamp Set

For complete instructions, measurements, and a video please go to https://youtu.be/SV-dh1HOHSg.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂