Resting sometimes means stretching.

I have been going to the gym pretty consistently for the last year.  I am not saying this to get accolades, but I have learned something in the process.  You must rest.  On most rest days between workouts I don’t just sit idle, I stretch.  After tearing down my muscles through a workout I stretch to get back in alignment and ease some of the tightness  or tension.

How does this relate to crafting?  I would encourage you to stretch.  Make sure you are trying something new so you are stretched.  Keep your brain active.  Do different techniques so you keep your ideas fresh.

What will you learn today?

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Are you ready to say goodbye?

The retiring list has been released and there’s quite a bit on it.  Personally, I have 56 stamp sets on the way out.  So, here’s the link for this infamous list…Retiring List.

If you would like to order online please use host code F2FBQT3X to help Sandy out.  If you prefer to order in person please do so before Monday at 9 pm.  This will help Sandy and ensure the fastest avenue for you to get your product.

The new catalogs will be coming out next month.  If you have ordered from me in the last year you will receive a catalog for FREE.  If you would like a catalog but you haven’t ordered from me recently please contact me.  There is still no cost but I need to know that you are still interested.

Without anything else to add I will you leave you as I always do.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Sometimes the small things are what matter the most.

I am sure you have heard the saying that it’s not the big things that will break you, but instead all of the little things that add up.  Well, today we are going to look at this from a positive outlook.

What if you smiled more?

What if you mailed the card?

What if you called who was on your mind?

What if you didn’t say something because it wouldn’t help the situation?

What if you said thank you more?

What if you focused on being more grateful?

You get the point, right?

How would your outlook on life change if you simply focused on the positive and being grateful?

This is something I am constantly working on.  And I can tell you I have one specific friend that is the queen of gratefulness.  Just listening and being around her is amazing.  Her attitude is contagious.  Her facebook page is Larissa’s grateful page.  I would encourage you to follow her.  I have served with her and she is real and has been through it, just like you.

So, on this Friday I hope to give back to you with a resource and a way to re-charge.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

When Stampin’ Up! Meets Vegas!

I finally have an original thought.  I don’t believe I have actually seen this idea anywhere.  I used the Fruit Basket Stamp Set with coordinating mini punches to create a slot machine card.  I am so excited that it is an original.

Here is the link to view the tutorial…https://youtu.be/F5cVU4Y1iq8

And here is the photo of the finished card.  Enjoy!

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Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Can fruit be lucky?

Sometimes fruit are just that…fruit.  But today these fruit will become lucky.  When stamping with the set “Fruit Basket” I see a card with the front of a slot machine on it.  Stay tuned until tonight when I create this lucky card on the Live.  Join me at 7 pm for this basket of fun.

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Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

No more peeling.

Have you ever tried gluing little pieces on to a piece of cardstock and it peeled up?  Or the corners just keep curling?  Then take all those little pieces and glue them down, but don’t worry about the curling.  Instead take that piece and run it through an embossing folder.  The pressure will smooth both pieces of cardstock in to one seamless piece.

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Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Bonus for card class…

It’s Card Class week if you haven’t heard.

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There’s still time to RSVP for Thursday or Saturday sessions.

As a bonus I will have the swaps available to photo or for you to say that we should create them in a class.

The boxes have been ordered for the Rubber Rummage Sale.  I ordered a few extras so please let me know if you are interested in selling.

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I think that’s about all for now.  I have to go clean my room.

If you would like to order online please use host code F2FBQT3X.  If you prefer to order in person contact me.

Have a great start to your week!  Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Are you resting for me?

Sundays are usually my day to rest but not today.  I am on my way back from OnStage and it’s time to unpack the RV and apply what I learned.  So I will ask you this question…are you resting today for me?  Please!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Free shipping be-dazzled!

Did you hear that?  It’s the sound of FREE shipping!  Anyone that orders $25 or more in product (before tax and shipping) will get FREE shipping!  This promotion is only through me and not through Stampin’ Up!  This promotion will run from now until 9 pm tonight.  Place your order online using host code F2FBQT3X and I will refund your shipping.

If you order $50 or more in product in addition to the FREE shipping you will also get your choice of one FREE pack of rhinestones or pearls.  Simply contact me and let me know which pack you would like.

This is my way of saying thank you for being a customer and being patient while I go learn!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Re-charge so you can do it again.

Today I am packing up and heading to OnStage!  This is my way of re-charging and getting new ideas for you.

In the meantime I have finished my swaps…

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And I have also finished the card samples for Class next week…

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The invitations are out so let me know when you are coming (and if the invitation is easier to read).

So as I re-charge remember to mail your cards, share your smile, and maybe even grab lunch with that friend of yours you have been meaning to call.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂