Creating Ripples

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

Do you know how many people you will have impact on with a simple smile? Opening a door? Helping a friend to move? And the list goes on and on and on…

So often we think that our little gesture doesn’t mean much. But you never know.

Recently my husband, Joel, flew to Tennessee for the Celebration of Life for a friend that passed away from cancer. He wasn’t thinking of going since he hadn’t really seen her for years. But that wasn’t the case. The husband messaged Joel and requested for him to come.

As Joel played bagpipes, bugle for taps, and spoke on her life he was still wondering why he was there. Why was he important to her? Yes, they had been friends but that was years ago.

Well, that was answered right after the service. Joel was the one that invited her to church which led to her meeting her husband. Her husband says that if Joel hadn’t invited her they would probably have never met.

So what have you done that seemed little and ended up being monumental or pivotal for someone? You may never know. But, I do know, that will make me think twice on how I react and what I do.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

P.S. Mail the card! It might just be the nudge someone needs.

Post Your Favorite Projects

It’s Thumbtack Thursday! Since I am not doing the Lives any more on Wednesday evenings I figured the theme for today could change as well.

So let me explain what I mean by Thumbtack Thursday. Today is the day that you share your favorite card or project you have created. Something you have made that you deem worthy of putting up on the board. So share with everyone what you are putting the proverbial thumbtack in to show.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Use a Kit

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

Today’s post goes a little against the grain of what it is supposed to be. In fact today’s post is simply about using a kit.

When I am not feeling very creative I have started reaching for a kit. The thinking is done for me and it will usually give me enough creative motivation that I get going again.

So here’s this month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit.

You can subscribe to get this monthly kit, ask for a pre-paid code, you can ask me to add on to my own order so you don’t get emailed from Paper Pumpkin at all, or you can buy the extra sets I get.

Please note that I only order two extra kits and they are while supplies last.

Also, the kits are not considered retired (able to be sold by me) until the 10th of the next month. You can reserve a kit whenever but it will not be sold by me until the 10th.

I do also have some of the regular online kits available as well. Check out my online store to see what’s available at https://stampingwithjoni/shop.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

How to Assemble the Labels on an Ink Pad

It’s Technique Tuesday!

I figured with everything new starting I would put out this video for you on how to assemble the color labels on an ink pad. I hope you find this helpful.

The link for the video is https://youtu.be/OLPe7pR88UY.

Enjoy!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Private Shopping Appointments Available

It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week and maybe a bit beyond.

8th Annual Rubber Rummage Sale

Did you miss the Rubber Rummage Sale on Saturday? Then let me know when is good for you to come shop. I have personal shopping times from now through Wednesday. Contact me to schedule your shopping appointment.

Last Chance List

The Last Chance List is up! All products are while supplies last (and some are already sold out). So don’t wait. And please remember to use the host code F29T2HE3 (see Order Bonus below) to qualify for the freebie.

DIY Kits

I will be offering DIY Kits still, but they will be seasonal. And instead of having a week to order, you will have a certain number of kits that you can order. All DIY Kits in the future will be while supplies last and offered in my shop at https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/shop.

Order Bonus

For this rotation from April 16-30 order $50 or more in product with host code F29T2HE3 or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=F29T2HE3. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until May 1.) There is no commitment to order regularly. This is simply a bonus. To read more details about the Order Bonus please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/orderbonus.

Online Shopping

My retired stamp sets as well as finished projects are now available online! If you prefer local pick up then contact me before ordering. There is no deliver option except via shipping. Go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/shop/ to take a look.

Host Availability

Are you missing in-person classes? Well, now you can choose everything. When you choose to be a host you get to pick exactly what you want: your location, your food, your projects, two basket goodies, and your free products.

So let me know where I am going and when. I look forward to what ideas you have to share with me!

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Perception vs. Reality

It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest so you can be recharged for the week.

Have you ever had a moment that upset you because it wasn’t as it seemed? I know many times when I am upset it is because what I thought should go a certain way ends up happening differently. And my frustration would build as more time passed and the gap between my perception and reality was still there. So I learn to train my brain to be happy with the results instead of what I think it should be.

This process is not easy and has taken me quite a while to be okay with. I would say not until the last few years has this really happened for me. I had many years of feeling restless and annoyed simply because I thought things should be different.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Today is the Rubber Rummage Sale!!!

It’s Sale Saturday!

Today’s the day to get some awesome deals at the 8th Annual Rubber Rummage Sale!

Just a reminder that the Last Chance List is available. If you need a copy please comment or contact me. Please remember…all items are while supplies last. Yes, the Last Chance List qualifies for the Order Bonus as long as you put the host code in during checkout.

To read about the details for the Order Bonus please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/cluborderbonus/.

I offer concierge services for your orders. Don’t get frustrated with technology. Just contact me to order.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Giving Back on Saturday

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

I would ask you if you have crafty friends that want great deals?

Now that I’ve gotten the boxes in I can tell you that there are some amazing deals. Stamp sets for $1, paint for $1, and so much more. So give back to your friends by helping them to get great deals this Saturday! You will both get a thanks gift for just coming out.

If you miss this Saturday then contact me to schedule a time that works for you through Wednesday the 26th.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Favorite Project? Let’s See It!

It’s Thumbtack Thursday! Today is the day that you share your favorite card or project you have created. Something you have made that you deem worthy of putting up on the board. So share with everyone what you are putting the proverbial thumbtack in to show.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Add Gilded Leafing

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

Have you ever had that one pattern of Designer Series Paper that was too plain for you? Take a Multipurpose Glue and put some glue sparingly on the paper. Then add the Gilded Leafing to add some flair to that boring page.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂