“Wow” and “Amazing” come to mind when looking at this beautiful Fall Fairy card from Vicky at Vixx Handmade cards!! All the layers and the addition of the die cuts with the adorable fairy and squirrel stamp are just fantastic! … Read More ...
Technique: Faux Embossed Card Background
Add some texture and get the look of dry embossing by using layers of die cuts. Learn more about this faux embossing technique over on the Sizzix blog. I also love how Hilary used all the different pattern papers … Read More ...
Design Team Call: Digistamps4Joy
Digistamps4Joy is looking for new design team members, here’s what they have to say:
“Would you like to be a member of our Design Team?
Do you love working with a wide variety of styles of digistamps?
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… Read More ... Project: Stamped and Die Cut Ornament
This holiday ornament is simply stunning!! I don’t think I’d make a whole batch for my tree since they are a little time consuming 🙂 but one or two would be lovely! Find direction for making them using Stampin’ Up … Read More ...
Project: Match Book Post it Note Holder
This adorable little post it note holder would be a perfect back to school gift for a student or teacher. Find out how to make this match book style holder from Simone over on the All That Scraps Blog.
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Technique: Faux Metal Background
The main image on this card looks just like it was stamped on metal but it wasn’t. The Bright Side of Life blog show you how to use spray ironing starch (of all things! :)) for a really cool faux … Read More ...
Project: Stamped Jewelry Pendant
This pendant is so precious! Find out how to turn a tiny stamped image into a beautiful piece of jewelry. Tami shares her video tutorial on the Clear Snap blog.
-Heather… Read More ...
Tutorial: How to Use Tim Holtz Resist Papers
Tim Holtz has a great new video showing how to use inks and stains with his resist papers. These papers are printed with a clear glossy pattern that will resist when mediums are applied on top for an easy and … Read More ...
Tip: Use a Stamp as a Sewing Pattern
Isn’t this stitched and embellished monogram so pretty!? But what does it have to do with stamping? Well, Mae Armstrong used a PSA monogram stamp as a pattern for her sewing, isn’t that so clever? This idea would work with … Read More ...
Tutorial: Shrink Plastic 101
If you’ve been curious about how to use shrink plastic you will want to check out this great beginners video from La Blanche stamps on how to use your stamps and shrink plastic for wonderful little charms and embellishments. Note: … Read More ...
Project: Mixed Media Stamped Bird Canvas
Donna Downey has instructions on her blog Simply Me for making this bright and cheery mixed media bird canvas, click here for details.
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Technique: Coloring Animal Fur
Visit the Inky Antics blog and learn how to color with colored pencils and Gamsol (odorless mineral spirits) to get amazing real looking texture for animal fur.
-Heather… Read More ...
Tutorial: Magnetic Book Marks
Sarah from ThINKG STAMPS created some adorable magnetic book marks using stamps and dies from My Favorite Things. These would perfect back to school gift for the kids! Find a how to tutorial video on her blog.
-Heather
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Project: Halloween Bell Jar
Wouldn’t this look AMAZING in the middle of a table for a Halloween party!? This stunning bell jar creation comes from Shelly at Stamptramp, she has more pics and info on how she made it over on her blog.… Read More ...
Project: Floral Card
This gorgeous floral card from Asia King has so much depth and dimension! Find directions for making it over on the Stampendous blog.
-Heather… Read More ...