Ok, this is a super cool idea that I’ve got to try. Kristina Werner shows how to “selectively” emboss using a diffuser with your embossing templates, in other words only embossing certain areas so you can leave some parts smooth … Read More ...
Tip: What to Do With Large Cards
Have you ever made a card and just piled on the embellishments (it’s so easy to do) or maybe made a card way too large to fit into any envelope you’ve got in your craft drawer? Goodness knows I end … Read More ...
Card making Project: Simple ATC
Have you heard the term ATC or artist trading card and been curious what that means? It’s actually pretty simple, ATC’s are baseball card size cards that measure 3 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ inches and are made for sharing and … Read More ...
Project: Tin CD Case
The Sakura blog has a cool idea for decorating a metal CD case using their colored Crystal Lacquer. They suggest using an image for inspiration and I think any number of rubber (use Staz- On ink to stamp) or digital … Read More ...
Technique: Using Markers on Stamps for a Watercolor Look
Darlene Design has a wonderful technique video for achieving a watercolor look by coloring directly on your rubber stamps with markers and then spritzing with water. This is such a pretty, soft look!
-Heather
… Read More ...Techniques and More: Monthly Tags from Tim Holtz
Each month this year the amazing Mr. Tim Holtz will share a different tag, each filled with ideas, technique, product tips and more. His first tag of the year for January is now up on his blog along with detailed … Read More ...
Inspiration: Snow Globe Card
I love this adorable snow globe card from Danielle Lounds ! It’s just precious! I really like how she used acetate to imitate the glass on the snow globe. Find out more about this card over on her blog The … Read More ...
Technique: Embriodery with Stamps
Cathy from the Bright Side of Life shows how she used a rubber stamp for the pattern on this lovely embroidery. This is such a great way to get even more out of your stamp designs!
-Heather
… Read More ...Tutorial: Paper Ruffles
These paper ruffles would be such a lovely addition to any paper crafting project! Find out how to make them over on the Such a Pretty Mess blog.
-Heather
… Read More ...Technique: Cloudy Skies Background for Card Scenes
Visit the Crafting the Web blog and Teresa will show you how to make a beautiful cloudy sky background with ink and sponges. I love her African Savanna card but this technique will work perfectly with so many different themes.… Read More ...
Project: Washi Tape Key Board
Tired of your boring black computer keys? Why not jazz them up with some washi tape?! Check out more about this fun idea over on the Stampington and Company website.
-Heather
… Read More ...Ideas: Gift Wrapping with Stamps
Irit Shalom has some pretty gift wrapping ideas using stamps and lace, click here for more info.
-Heather
… Read More ...Tips: Making Tiny Stamps from Rubber Scraps
Do you use unmounted rubber stamps? After cutting them out do you often wonder “Isn’t there something I can do with all these rubber scraps?” Well, Aija from the Dictator Bean Craft blog has the answer. By using punches and … Read More ...
Ideas: Paper Straws
A Muse Studio has the prettiest paper straws, these are so much fun for party decor, wrapping and lots more. Find out what else you can use them for in this video on their blog.
-Heather
… Read More ...Technique: Stamped Faux Embossing
This card looks like it’s got dimension, like it’s been embossed but it hasn’t. Visit the Design Memory Craft blog and find out how to faux emboss using two different color inks (or markers in this case) for making a … Read More ...