Shamrocks, glitter, and luck.

As St. Paddy’s Day gets closer I am finding other stamp sets to create some luck.  Last night on Facebook Live I created two more cards with shamrocks and no official shamrock stamps.  You just have to look sideways sometimes. Here are the two cards and following is the link for the video. And hereContinue reading “Shamrocks, glitter, and luck.”

Sometimes easy is what it takes.

I have done advanced cards, tutorials, classes, and more.  But sometimes keeping it simple is what it is all about.  Sometimes the card just needs to get in the mail.  Don’t always do a fancy fold.  Sometimes it’s the handwritten portion that someone will treasure.  So today I am encouraging you to keep a kitContinue reading “Sometimes easy is what it takes.”

Tags can be cards.

Sometimes a tag can make an entire card.  Lots of Labels is used here to create this project.  Here’s how…  Cut 3 green dies. Cut 1 white one. Cut 1 patterned paper one.  Petal Palette is used in the sample. This is the back.  To finish glue the patterned piece and a center accent.  TheContinue reading “Tags can be cards.”

Are you feeling the love?

This is not my normal post for a Wednesday, but it’s Valentine’s Day.  Instead of a product being wacky today, I am.  I am sending out these two cards wherever you tell me to.  I am sure someone needs a valentine that won’t get one. The inside of the card will read “(Name of whoContinue reading “Are you feeling the love?”

Lot to do…come on out!

There’s a bunch to do over the next few weeks.  Let me know when you are making it out! There are drop in times today if you need to finish a project, have questions about a product, or just want to say hello. This week is Card Class!  There are still spots available in bothContinue reading “Lot to do…come on out!”

Lots going on in the next two weeks.

Has your year been off to a slow start?  Mine too!  Well, not any more.  Let’s go! There are 7 events in the next 2 weeks for you!  Come on out on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 from 5:30-9 pm. We will be creating 5 greeting cards to encourage. If you would like to donate any cardsContinue reading “Lots going on in the next two weeks.”

Crystals and magic.

Have you tried the new Brusho product?  I took photos during the entire process so you would know how to use it when you order it.  So let’s figure out how to make those crystals melt and become part of your magical day. First, you will need to tape down your piece of glossy whiteContinue reading “Crystals and magic.”

Ready or not, here they come…

Ready or not, here the events come!  There are some great classes on their way! Serina’s Valentine Favors Class — Come on out on Thursday, February 1st from 5:30-8 pm!  We will be creating 4 Valentine’s Day treats!  There will be alternate greetings available, especially for the card.  Cost for the class is $10.  ThereContinue reading “Ready or not, here they come…”

Snowflakes aren’t just for Christmas.

The Swirly Snowflakes can be used for more than just Christmas.  The border framelit can be used for a great edge to create just about any type of card.  In this case it is for a wedding. Play with this set and take photos of your creations. Happy Crafting! With inky fingers, Joni 🙂

How to emboss on foil cardstock.

Dry embossing on foil cardstock can be a little tricky unless you like the cracked, distressed look.  I found to take at least one of the cutting plates out of the stack or sandwich and shim it with a few pieces of cardstock works the best.  Basically when you start to push the stack throughContinue reading “How to emboss on foil cardstock.”