Sometimes the largest stamps can be used for small things. In this case the stamp set Definitely Dahlia is used to create a background. Not only can the little stamps be used to create a patterned background but the big ones can too. This flower is one that will test your ink pads to guarantee that they are inked properly.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
P.S. Remember to get your re-inkers for your retiring in colors ASAP!
Out with the Gem & Mineral Show and on to OnStage! It’s this weekend for me. 🙂
This week I am working on swaps, the samples for card class, and packing the RV. Be watching for specials while I am at OnStage.
Card class is next week after I get back.
If you would like to order online please use host code F2FBQT3X. If you prefer to order in person please contact me. This code will be available until Monday at 9 pm.
Well, if I am getting everything done for class and OnStage I’d better get running.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
After finishing a three day show I am tempted to just watch a movie and be done for a bit. But no…there is a ham to cook. So while muscles might be stiff from sitting for three days with intermittent spurts of moving tables, etc. there is my other therapy to do. I love to cook. Not bake, but cook. What else do you do to break up the routine? What do you enjoy?
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
If you haven’t heard…this is the LAST day of Sale-A-Bration! The LAST day!!! Do not wait any longer. Go now!
To order online please go to http://www.jonidaniel.stampinup.net and use host code DAUESMUZ to enter for a chance to win the host rewards.
Like I said before do not wait. This is it!
I am at the Gem & Mineral Show all day today. If you prefer to order in person please come see me at the Joshua Tree Sportsman’s Club or contact me by cell phone. My cell number is 760.362.3995. Texts are easier but I will call you back when I am available.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Sometimes it just takes an extra smile or a little bit of effort to make a lasting impression. This was the case about five years ago. One of our friend of a friend was having a hard season of life. We didn’t know her very well but could tell something was going on. Eventually it came to her birthday and it just seemed to be a horribly bad day for her. I didn’t know what to do. It didn’t seem I could help. But it wasn’t my turn to help.
As I sat and tried to think of how to help my husband was already half dressed and working his way out the door. He threw his kilt and a shirt on and was working on the seven twists for his laces of those ghillie brogues. Halfway out the door he blurts out “be back soon”.
On a side note for those of you that know Joel…this is not uncommon. He will often dart out of the house without me knowing what is going on. It’s just him and I’ve learned to accept it.
He heads up to the local college and shows up to the library (of all places) with bagpipes. He proceeds to play happy birthday and give a big squeeze to this girl having a hard time. Little did I know that she would become a friend for life over that simple gesture.
Here’s the moral of the story. You never know what kind of impact you will have. No matter how small but do something. So, go mail that card, share a smile, or even go play bagpipes (not recommended).
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
I’ve had so much fun with the alcohol markers that I don’t know if we have forgotten about other ways to color. There are blender pens to be used with the ink pads, re-inkers, or watercolor pencils. There are the regular stampin’ write markers. And finally, there are the watercolor pencils with the aqua painter. For this card learn some new tips and tricks for using the pencils with the painter.
For the video tutorial please go to https://youtu.be/LLNi2_BxqmE.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
How far have you gone to create with paper? Besides cards, boxes, favors, and the occasional punched out flower…what else have you created?
Recently one of my fellow demonstrators was part of a paper fashion show. She created an entire dress out of paper.
Here’s the link to this fabulous event…https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news/videos/10155850923151077/?t=7
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Any stamp can become a background. It doesn’t matter how big or how small. Today’s background is created by the stamp set Crafting Forever. For the finished card please come back on Thursday for the tutorial.
Tip: Make sure if you are coloring to stamp with memento ink for the stampin’ blends or in archival ink for the watercolor pencils, aqua painters, or stampin’ write markers.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
And here we are again at the beginning of the week. So now that we just finished with our fun here’s what’s happening for next week.
I will be vending at the Gem & Mineral Show from Thursday through Saturday at the Sportsman’s Club in Joshua Tree. Come find out what’s new, get your voucher, and a chance to win a gift certificate.
That’s about all there is for events this week.
The week after I will be at OnStage to network and learn what’s retiring and coming for Stampin’ Up!
Please remember that all this week there is a mystery host lurking among us. Order $25 or more in product and be entered to win the host rewards. Please use host code DAUESMUZ when ordering online. If you prefer to order in person please contact me.
You can also stop in during open times today.
Have a great beginning to your week! Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
So today instead of resting I am breaking out of the routine. I am using some hydrating lotion to keep my skin from peeling after yesterday’s Woof Walk. I didn’t get burned but I’m not used to the wind any more. And I am doing some shopping. This crafty girl needs a new pair of wedges, sandals, or flip flops. The family and I are enjoying a great lunch and are going hunting for this season’s sandals. Wish me luck.
What are you doing today to get out of the normal routine?
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters