New Classes (In Person and Online), New Club Order Bonus, and Hosting

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

Lisa’s Craft Class (In Person)

Let me know by Wednesday that you are coming to Lisa’s Craft Class! This is an in person class in Yucca Valley!

August Online Craft Class

The new Online Craft Class is up for August!!! Go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/craft-class/ for all of the details.

Club Order Bonus

When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from July 16 – August 1 at noon order $50 or more in product with host code QKAUMCGY or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=QKAUMCGY to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until August 1 in the afternoon.) 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

If you prefer to order for July’s bonus please check out the link, https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/cluborderbonus.

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. This is the only weekend I have available but I do have weekdays open.

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

Open Day

If you are working on a project, need help with the online class, want to pick up some adhesive, or just stop in to say hello please put the Open Day on your calendar.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

July’s Paper Pumpkin

This month’s Paper Pumpkin is so nautical that is makes me wish I was at the beach!

Here is the video of the unboxing of the kit. https://youtu.be/EYZOrpMaCWs

And here are cards made according to the instructions.

And here are some alternates for you to enjoy.

I hope you enjoy! When you create from your kit please post to my page, https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Laying Fallow

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

I’ve been reading up on farmland. No, I am not moving to plant crops. But as much as farmland has been in the news I figured I should read a bit on it. I like to know enough so when things come up I can at least understand the basic vocabulary. But what does this have to do with rest? You’ll see. Keep reading.

A piece of land can be used several times before it needs to rest or lay fallow. When it lays fallow this can mean that it lies completely empty, that it’s crop is traded out for a different one, or that the soil is worked and replenished with manure and added minerals.

So how does this relate to us? If you need to rest do so. But depending on what’s coming next will be dependent on how you rest. If you are planning on doing something physical you might want to incorporate yoga, stretching, or a light workout into that rest so you stay mobile. If you have a mental challenge like a huge test then you will want to eat right, get enough sleep, move, and maybe even look over your notes.

It just depends on what is coming next as to how you rest.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

New Club Order Bonus and New Online Craft Class for August

It’s Sale Saturday!

If you would like to order online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=QKAUMCGY. This is the link to qualify for the Club order. This link expires Monday, August 1 at noon (pacific time).

To read about the details for the Club Order that requires no commitment please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/cluborderbonus/.

If you would like to create 3 cards with envelopes and a Stars Treat Bag for FREE (just pay $7 S&H) please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/craft-class/ for more details. To sign up for this class simply contact me.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Check Your Email

Just a quick reminder to check your email for all the details of the brand new Online Craft Class for August as well as the new Club Order Bonus!

If you didn’t get it just let me know. I’ll resend it.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

You Attract What You Put Out

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

I am sure you have done something kind that you thought was insignificant. And I am certain the recipient probably didn’t think it was insignificant. It’s all in perspective.

But if you have felt unlucky or that all the crazy people are suddenly appearing out of nowhere, you might want to look inward. I know when I was going through a bad spell I had to finally change my attitude before my luck started changing. This isn’t always the case but much of life is your reaction to it.

And I would encourage you to be the change you want to see. If you are not finding the kindness then be more kind. If you are not finding someone to make cards then make cards. If you are not finding someone…and the list goes on. Be the change you are wishing for.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Using Masking Paper to Color

It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I want to show you how to use the Masking Paper to color.

For these cards you will need:

  • Masking Paper (AC 149)
  • Nature’s Prints Cling Stamp Set (AC 91)
  • Natural Prints Dies (AC 165)
  • Blending Brush (AC 129)
  • Dimensionals or Foam Adhesive Strips
  • Parakeet Party Ink Pad
  • Sweet Sorbet Ink Pad
  • Starry Sky Ink Pad
  • Clear Blocks

For complete instructions and a video please go to https://youtu.be/2ik0AfBgeq4.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Making Your Own Enamel Dots

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

Did you know that the Basic Pearlized Enamel Effects can be used for more than coloring? In this case they can be dotted along an empty sheet of Mini Glue Dots. After they are dry they can then be peeled off and placed on top of a Mini Glue Dot. You then can have your own enamel dots. Use the white enamel effects and a re-inker and you have any color you want. Just remember that although they look like the old fashioned candy buttons do not eat them. 🙂

If you use this idea for your projects please post a photo on my page, https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

How to Mask a Banner

It’s Technique Tuesday! Today I want to show you how to mask a part of a banner.

This banner comes out of the Hello Harvest Cling Stamp Set. For this technique I used Sweet Sorbet and Starry Sky to show you the contrasting colors.

First, place your stamp on a block.

Second, cut the Masking Tape with your Snips to fit inside the words. Then peel and stick to the words.

Then ink as usual. Please remember to take the Masking Tape off before stamping.

Then clean the stamp as usual and re-ink with the Starry Sky Stampin’ Write Marker. I used the brush tip.

If you create with this technique please post your project to my page, https://facebook.com/StampingWithJoni.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂

Sweet Sunflowers

Next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit has just been announced and it’s all about Sweet Sunflowers!

This kit includes everything you need to create 9 cards (3 each of 3 designs) with coordinating envelopes. The stamp set is an all-occasion one with sentiments for gratitude and friendship along with wildflower images. You will get 2 ink spots of Crushed Curry and Soft Suede.

The coordinating colors for this kit are Blackberry Bliss, Crushed Curry, Evening Evergreen, Melon Mambo, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pumpkin Pie, and Soft Suede.

To subscribe please go to https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2008407.

If you prefer a pre-paid code please contact me.

Here are some pricing details for the pre-paid codes during Sale-A-Bration which runs through August.

Happy Crafting!

With inky fingers,

Joni 🙂