When you forget your die cutting machine.

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

Today we are talking about using your dies without the die cutting machine (Big Shot, etc.). If you forget your machine or want to emboss instead grab your piercing mat, bone folder, card stock (or designer series paper), die of choice, and washi tape.

Stamp what you want and place your coordinating die over the image. Make sure to use washi tape to secure the die. Tip: You might want to put the washi tape against your pants once or twice so it is not quite so sticky.

Then flip over on a piercing mat or mouse pad or foam and start to rub with your bone folder. If you want an embossed image then only rub until you see an indentation. If you want a cut then you will need to rub until the card stock or paper “tears”.

After rubbing then flip back over and remove the washi tape. You will have an indentation or embossed frame.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

When in doubt use more texture.

It’s Technique Tuesday! When using the die cuts don’t be afraid to cut them out of something other than paper or card stock. The dollar store thin foam (sometimes called fun foam) is great for dies. You can stack a few together as well.

Today’s image is actually from this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Yes, I’m open today!

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week.

Let me start by saying…I am OPEN today! I have Open Time today at the Studio so come by if you are working on something or just want to say hello.

The second release Sale-A-Bration brochures are here! If you would like a copy please let me know. If you received the first brochure from me you will automatically get the second one.

Shirley’s Class is on Saturday from 10-1! Let me know that you are coming!

If you would like to order online to help Shirley please use host code CQ7ANGPJ. If you prefer to order in person please contact me.

Please save the date for Cheryl’s Class on Saturday, March 7.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Simplify to rest.

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to focus on resting and recharging!

I was plugging my phone in the other day and it hit me. In order to get back up to full capacity you have to plug in. You have to find what is important and go back to it.

For me it is remembering my priorities and making sure that they are written in to my calendar at least once a week. Take the time to block off your priority so you have time. Otherwise everything will always take precedence and there will be no time to fill your own cup. Life will become scattered and frenzied.

So take some time with what is important. Don’t feel guilty about saying no because for someone else that is a yes. That someone else might be yourself and that is needed.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Second release!

It’s Sale Saturday! Sale-A-Bration is halfway through. So start working on your wish list and getting it done.

If you would like to order online please go to http://jonidaniel.stampinup.net and use host code JW9XUGTG to help Betty. If you prefer to order in person you have until Wednesday at 7:30 pm to order from this code.

I just received the brochures for the second release of Sale-A-Bration that starts March 3! The paper is gorgeous, especially the flowered foils one. If you want delicate for Easter or spring you will want the vellum set. If you would like your own copy of the brochure just say the word and I will get it to you. If you have ordered with me since June I have one set aside for you.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s the little things.

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

Recently I have been putting it together that people come in to your life to often finish your puzzle. Some of my best friends and/or mentors do just that for me.

My father was very soft-spoken and my mother made up for dad. I always wish that dad was a bit louder but it wasn’t him. This is probably one of the many reasons one of my closest friends is not afraid to speak up.

With my family dynamic compliments were hard to come by. So I have several mentors that do nothing but encourage me. It’s amazing to me how just a simple touch to my hand, a look in the eyes, a smile, and a sincere compliment can do so much. They did not know this but it is amazing how what is missing or longed for gets filled.

Thank you to my friends that do this for me.

Do you have close friends in your inner circle to encourage you? Does someone come to mind? I sincerely hope you do.

Until next time…I will see you across the creative table.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

P.S. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Springy ladybug boxes!

It’s Tutorial Thursday! And today we are creating springy ladybug boxes!

To start you will need:

  • mini pizza box
  • real red card stock
  • basic black card stock
  • whisper white card stock or tag
  • real red double-stitched ribbon
  • watercolor pencils
  • blender pen
  • 24 gauge wire
  • tear and tape
  • mini glue dots
  • 1″ circle punch
  • 1/2″ circle punch
  • little ladybug host stamp set
  • ladybug dies
  • tuxedo black memento ink pad

Here are the directions:

  • assemble the pizza box
  • cut real red card stock to 3 3/8″ square
  • punch about ten 1/2″ circles (dots on the box)(attach with glue dots)
  • for spring assembly please watch video (link below picture)
  • stamp ladybug, color, blend, and die cut

When finished you will get something that looks like this…

For complete instructions and a video please go to https://youtu.be/rxiQ0Jd5N5s.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Afraid to cut your paper?

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

Are you afraid to run out of your favorite paper? Do you know that many times our stamps coordinate so well that you can often create your own paper?

So don’t be afraid to look at what you have and duplicate what you like.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Grab your spoons.

It’s Technique Tuesday! When using your DistINKtive stamp sets make sure your ink is just right.

Let me back up…do you know what a DistINKtive stamp set is? One example of one of these sets is the Timeless Tulips. So what makes it DistINKtive? You can stamp it once and get almost a 3D kind of look. If the ink is too dry then you won’t get a good image and if it’s a newer pad you might have too much ink and miss the details. So if you have too little then grab your re-inker and get some more ink on there. If there is too much then grab a plastic spoon and use the back of it to “push” the ink to one side. Just remember when you are done to “push” it back.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

It’s Card Class Week!

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week.

Heidi hosted this past Saturday. If you would like to order online please use host code KNSKSXYK for Heidi. If you prefer to order in person please contact me. This host code or order is only open until tonight at 7:30.

This is Card Class week! Let me know which session you will be attending.

Betty is the host for Card Class! Please use host code JW9XUGTG when ordering for Card Class or Club. If you prefer to order in person please contact me. This order will remain open until Wednesday, February 19 at 7:30 pm.

Save the date for Shirley’s Class on Saturday, February 22.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂