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.
Just remember a tool can be used for many things, not just what it says on the instructions.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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 🙂
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 🙂
The end of year sale is still happening. If you need anything that is being retired now is the time.
Here is the link to this event:Â Â 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 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!
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.
If you created today please post a photo of your masterpiece.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Don’t throw away your Christmas ribbon. That red ribbon becomes a great accent for Valentine’s Day. Start thinking outside the box. Just about anything allotted for Christmas can be re-purposed for Valentine’s Day. Remember to look sideways, upside down, and backwards at your supplies.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
The difference between cheap cardstock and quality is easy to tell. You need to rip a corner off or take some bleach to it. This will allow you to reveal the inner core. Cheaper cardstock is often not dyed all the way through so the core has a white color instead of being consistent all the way through.
With Stampin’ Up! cardstock I find it interesting to spritz bleach. Then you see what the color blend is. Some colors have a yellow undertone, some more of a blue or red. In the case of early espresso there is a slight yellow undertone as seen below.
Watch what this becomes on Facebook Live on Wednesday at 7 pm. If you miss it you can catch it on my Facebook page a little later after it posts. If you don’t do Facebook then catch it on YouTube after I post the link.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Today, until midnight, you get FREE shipping from Stampin’ Up! If you want to be a part of the group order going in at 9 pm please contact me. This order is helping Sandy to earn FREE items.
The last craft fair for the season is THIS Friday at the Continuing Care Center from 7 am – 3 pm. If you need last minute stocking stuffers, a voucher, or a chance to win the raffle prize then come out!
Please save the date for December 31st from 4-9:30! This is the New York New Year’s Eve Party as well as the Open House for the Occasions and Sale-A-Bration Catalogs. Stay tuned for more details.
Just a reminder that today’s drop in times are the last sessions before Christmas as I will not be available on the 18th.
Gift certificates are also available in any amount you choose. Any amount over $25 gets a FREE card with it.
If you need anything please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters