It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended!
Which tool do you use in a way that it is not supposed to be? For me it’s the Snips. I use the Snips for cutting, but also for poking little bits from a die and applying Mini Glue Dots.
Tell me in the comments which tool you use for more than it was intended for.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I want to give you a tip instead of a technique.
Make sure to get in your crafty space and create some all occasion cards. We have been so focused on Christmas that I don’t want you to forget your birthdays, anniversaries, etc. for the new year. They can be simple but you need a few all occasion cards so you don’t start the new year behind.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week and maybe a bit beyond.
Club Order Bonus
For this Club from December 16-31 order $50 or more in product with host code BG7AYB9C or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=BG7AYB9C to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until January 1.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus. To read more details about Club please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/cluborderbonus.
Last Chance List
The Last Chance list is available to shop from starting on December 1. If you would like a copy of the list ahead of time please check your email or contact me and I will send it to you.
Online Shopping
My retired stamp sets as well as finished projects are now available online! There is not an option for local pick up except during the Open Day Session. 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, 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!
To view what changes are coming for next year please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/2022/12/16/announcement/.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest so you can be recharged for the week.
After a fun-filled year I am cleaning up and going through the studio. It’s what I do every year around the same time. I take inventory, figure out changes, and start planning for the new year.
So as I started cleaning I wondered why I do this. I mean obviously it needs to get done. But I started asking why I do it. Why does it make me feel better? Why is it part of my routine? Just why?
In order to answer this why I figured I should google it. And sure enough there is an article talking about how cleaning and mental health are connected. Here are some key points I took away.
Here are some tips on how to get cleaning.
To read the entire article please go to https://www.verywellmind.com/how-mental-health-and-cleaning-are-connected-5097496.
And when I had moved too many times to count, had a little one, and just a mess I used the Fly Lady to get me back on track. Take a look at what she has to offer at http://flylady.net/.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
As many of you know I was at the 29 Palms Farmers’ Market to finish out the year! So…drumroll please…Sara Johnson you are the winner of the kit from today’s raffle! Congratulations!!!
Please comment on this post. After you do I will contact you to get your prize mailed to you.
Congratulations!!!
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Sale Saturday!
To read about the details for the Club Order that requires no commitment please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/cluborderbonus/.
You can order from the Last Chance List! If you didn’t receive your copy please contact me so I can send it to you.
My personal Last Chance List is out. If you have not received it please check your email inbox as well as spam or junk. Please contact me if you need it to be resent.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
I will no longer be offering the monthly online craft class.
Instead I will be doing an upgraded version of the YouTube Live. This will be a mini class of sorts. Each Monday the new Live will be announced and then on Wednesday evening will be the event. I will then offer to mail the materials so you can create the same projects. The deadline to pay online will be each Sunday and it will mail on Monday. You will be able to get all of the details and pay directly at https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/diykits/. I am building the page right now so not much is on it but it is up to view.
This change will start in January.
For now…next week the 21st will be an unboxing video of the new products. This will be great for you if you miss Saturday’s Christmas party. And on the 28th I will take a break for the holidays.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.
One of the best things about this time of year is taking time to share your traditions with others. This is what makes living here in this country great. We get to share the different cultures, foods, and traditions. For me the tradition is to not go to a home empty-handed. Usually food is brought such as dried fruits, cheeses, jams, jellies, or something pickled. Some others do cookie exchanges. While others exchange ornaments.
I know this can be a super busy time of year but slow down enough to enjoy what makes each of us unique. And if you’re lucky enough to be close to someone that will share with you then take the time to enjoy.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I want to show you how to create a floating card.
Here are the measurements.
Floating Tree Card
To watch it being created please go to https://youtu.be/VHBUxaGgkpg.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
It’s Wacky Wednesday where a product is used in a way it is not intended! Today I want to talk about hot glue.
So hot glue has so many uses. It can be used to stick things together or to make something on its own. But today I want to talk about how the glue sticks can be used before they are heated.
Imagine that I am crafting (I know, imagine that) and I have lost the back to my earring. I don’t have a pencil with a decent eraser so I can’t use that. But what do I have. I always have tons of hot glue. So I take out a mini stick and an exacto knife. I slice off a thin disc and then pierce a hole in the middle with my Take Your Pick Tool. And without much effort I have a new back to my earring.
Happy Crafting!
With inky fingers,
Joni 🙂
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