It’s Technique Tuesday! Have you hit a creative rut? The more you sit and stare at your crafting space the more frustrated you get? I can understand that all too well. I have gone through periods of time where there is just no creative mojo. So I thought I would give you an idea on how to find some project ideas. Because without ideas you have no techniques.
I usually go to Pinterest. I search for a certain stamp set or even a specific catalog. And the ideas are there in an overwhelming wave.
Did you know I have a Pinterest page? You can follow me as all of the projects I create end up there. Here is the link to the page, http://www.pinterest.com/stampingwithjoni.
It’s Management Monday! Here’s what’s happening this week and maybe a bit beyond.
If you would like a catalog please contact me!
When you would like to order please consider qualifying for the Club order. For this Club from May 1-15 order $50 or more in product with host code NC3M32MN or using the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=NC3M32MN to qualify. (You can also place your order directly with me but it will not be submitted until May 15.) There is no commitment unlike past Clubs. There is simply a bonus.
I am open today for Open Day sessions.
Saturday I will be up at the Landers 2nd Saturday Craft Fair at Belfield Hall from 10-2! Come out to see what’s new.
And if you didn’t know, this is the start of the new year for you! This is when the Open House has just finished, all the VIP’s have been recognized, and now it’s time to start over. So would you like to be a VIP?
Here’s what this means…extra gifts during the Open House, first call for BOGO, priority shopping for the Rubber Rummage Sale, and more!
So how do you become a VIP? Glad you asked.
Host a class. The location is up to you, projects are up to you, and the food too! All that is required is that you invite and that two crafters attend.
Order $150 or more in product in one order.
Join my Team. That doesn’t mean you have to do classes, fairs, or events. There is no risk, no credit checks, and you don’t pay shipping or tax (since you have a 20% discount). So…the catch…oh yes, buy (or sell) $300 of product per quarter. That’s it. For more details please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/benefits-to-being-a-part-of-the-team/.
It’s Sabbath Sunday! This is the day to rest so you can be recharged for the week.
Well, today is Mother’s Day. For all of you out there that are a Mom or have helped raise kids Happy Mother’s Day.
I want to share with you a bit of a story right now. The day starts like any other but today is supposed to be different. It’s Mother’s Day. It’s assumed that the cooking shifts over to my husband and daughter just for today. So the clanking and banging begins in the kitchen. It’s a bit louder than usual but it’s okay. Nothing’s broken. It’s a bit of a mess, nothing a mop can’t fix. As brunch hits the table my husband asks me how do you time everything with ease? I say one simple word…practice.
In that moment there was a bit of a shift. He has taken a moment to do what I do and realizes that it takes a minute to perfect the ease of managing everything. You have to let things go so you can appreciate each other. If you do what he does and vice versa you have a better appreciation for what each person goes through with the chores they take on to keep the house running.
Once in a while change things up so you can understand what each person does. I know for me this has led to a better understanding of what happens around here. It has also allowed a bit of progress in some routines that may not have been working efficiently. Don’t be afraid to change things up once in a while.
Come on out to the 29 Palms Farmers Market today until 1 pm to see what’s new, get a voucher for craft class, and get some deals on retired items.
There is a new promotion that has begun and runs through May 31. If your wish list is long (over $99) then this is an awesome bonus for you! Order $125 worth of product and get another $66.50 for FREE! You pay no shipping, just tax. This is a great way to get nearly $200 of product for just over $100.
So what’s the catch? No risk, no credit checks, and no shows. To stay active you must purchase or sell $300 per quarter. There is no penalty for dropping. And you get a minimum of 20% off all of your orders. To read more about this please go to https://stampingwithjoni.wordpress.com/benefits-to-being-a-part-of-the-team/.
If you would like to order online please use the link https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=NC3M32MN. This is the link to qualify for the Club order. This link expires Monday, May 16 at 10 am (since I am closed on the 15th).
It’s Friendship Friday! This is the day to focus on giving back or paying it forward.
Have you ever noticed how you can walk into a room and you can sense that the mood is light or that it has a bit of a gloomy tone? I have. I have also wondered if I am adding to that mood by being there.
I had one particular social gathering that I walked in and I just knew something was off or wrong. No one would say anything but you could just sense it. So I walked in with a smile and was determined to bring light into that event. Every encounter I pointed out the silver lining. Every brush with someone was met with a smile. And by the end of the night the room’s heaviness had diminished. I am sure there was more than just me trying to brighten things, but I want to think that I may have helped to a certain extent.
This is where this is all leading. I have a point. Do not be afraid to be the light in that room. You will not shorten your existence by shining brightly. But that darkened room will be a little less overwhelming with more light. Share your light and make an impact.
“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” – Buddha
Just in time for Mother’s Day are these cute but delicate daffodil bags for Mom. They are filled with a glittered stylus pen, encouraging post-it notes, earrings, and some sweets for just $8. Come see me at the market on Saturday to pick one up.
It’s Tutorial Thursday! Today I am going to show you how to create this delicate daffodil bag. It’s not a die but simply a sheet of card stock.
The supplies you will need are as follows:
Thick Basic White Card Stock
Basic White Card Stock
Blending Brush
Blender Pen
Mango Melody
Daffodil Daydream Bundle
1/4″ Gold Shimmer Ribbon
Paper Trimmer
Double Oval Punch
Tear & Tape Adhesive
Dimensionals (regular and mini)
For the outer bag cut with the Paper Trimmer the Thick Basic White Card Stock to 4 1/4″ X 11″. On the 11″ side score at 4 1/2″ and at 6 1/2″. Punch out the handle with the Double Oval Punch.
The front and back panels are Basic White Card Stock cut to 4″ X 2 3/4″. You will need two of these. Use the Blending Brush to make yellow.
The sides or insert for the bag are Basic White Card Stock cut to 3″ X 3 1/4″. Score on three sides at 1/2″. Do not score the top. Cut the corners out and place Tear & Tape on all three tabs or sides and bottom. Attach to bag.
Stamp daffodil, butterfly, and sentiment in Mango Melody. Use Blender Pen to color. Attach with Dimensionals.
Stamping With Joni and the Red Door Crafters 