Christmas Sales!

I just got back from being gone the week and I missed all of you.  It was great fun but I have to say that I miss my “work” and fellow crafters.  So let’s celebrate me being back behind my desk (crafting or blogging).

Get 15% additionally off any Christmas stamp set, embellishment, or ribbon.  If it says “happy holidays” (or anything similar) or is red and green from now until Tuesday night I will take off an additional 15%.  This is only through me and only available as an in-person order.  That means no online orders.  You have to contact me to get the additional 15% off.

I am available today and Tuesday via phone and any time via e-mail, text, or message.

To order online please use host code WUR7D3CD through Tuesday night.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Solstice happiness.

From the title you probably think I have lost my mind.  With the winter solstice happening yesterday that means the daylight hours get longer now until June 21.  If you’re like me and run on what seems to be solar power then you know how hard it is to be productive when it gets dark at 4:30 in the afternoon.  I am so grateful that the days are now getting longer.  This means more natural light to stamp and not have to guess on shading, shadows, and coloring.

How will you use your extra minutes?  How will you give back or pay it forward?

I am in the process of going through my supplies to see how I can re-organize to better use my creative time.  If you have tips or tricks please leave a comment.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Punches can be a puzzle.

Our punches can also be used as a puzzle.  The Everyday Label Punch fits much like a puzzle does.  So when you can’t think of what to do for a background use a punch.

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Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Bone folder does more than crease.

A bone folder can be used to flatten creases in cardstock but it can also be used to curl the edges to create gorgeous flowers.

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Just remember a tool can be used for many things, not just what it says on the instructions.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Sometimes crooked is the new straight.

For those of you that have attended any of my classes you will often hear me say “stamp first then punch”.  If you stamp it crooked you can still punch it crooked too making the end result straight.  Just a little technique for you that will come in handy for this Thursday’s card.

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Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Not much going on…

I bet you thought I would never say that there is not much going on.  Well, there is not much going on, thankfully.  This week I am off to unplug.

I will be back running on Saturday the 23rd.  If you need last minute gift certificates I will be available on Saturday.

The invitations are out for the New York New Year’s Eve Party.  More details to follow as we get closer.

If you would like to order online while I am unavailable please use host code WUR7D3CD.  The next order will be submitted on Saturday the 23rd.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Are you resting for me?

Is that possible to transfer rest?  I have been going non-stop and today is the last of it.  Tomorrow is time to pack the other house and see some things.  Remember in this crazy season to take care of yourself.  No one else will or can.  It will help you to be present for the moments you don’t want to miss.

So, how do you take care of yourself?  Please post in the comments.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Sales, sales, and stamparatus!

The end of year sale is still happening.  If you need anything that is being retired now is the time.

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Here is the link to this event:  https://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=100040.

Have you reserved your stamparatus yet?  If someone needs a last minute Christmas idea for you and to not get charged until March this is the perfect gift at $49.

If you need a gift certificate I am available this weekend (including Sunday from 10-2).  Don’t hesitate as I will not be available next week from Dec 18-22.  I will be back open on December 23 and 24 for last minute certificates.

If you would like to place an order online please use host code WUR7D3CD.  If you prefer to order in person please contact me.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

 

Sometimes it’s the little things.

Sometimes it’s the little things that make or break you.  It’s your husband getting up with you before 5 am because you have a craft fair to set up for.  It’s one of you crafters that makes me feel so special by creating and then mailing it.  I’ve gotten some amazing happy mail this week.

So don’t forget to mail your creations.  Or make effort to hand them to someone.  It’s that little bit that can make or break someone.  Now go give back!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

 

P.S.  Don’t forget to stop by the Continuing Care Center today for the last craft fair!

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It’s your inside that counts.

Following Tuesday’s theme of finding out what is down at the core of your cardstock is a finished card that looks awesome (in my opinion)!  I bleached early espresso cardstock and found that there was an undertone of yellow.  The burlap ribbon is pulled a bit to give a rough look.  The boots were stamped in early espresso ink and then a blender pen was used to pull the color throughout the boot.  Then, to finish the look, the boots were die cut with Stitched Shapes Framelits.  Inside is stamped “thanks for everything” from All Things Thanks.

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If you created today please post a photo of your masterpiece.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂