Learn New Cardmaking Techniques
Today’s project is showcasing one of the awesome cardmaking techniques we’ll be doing in the upcoming Techniques Boutique class. It’s too late to join the class, but you can still purchase it and have the projects and instructions mailed to you. They will be mailed the week of January 21st. If you would like to […]
Simply Scored Embossing Tools
Have you tried our Simply Scored embossing tools? They’re a super easy way to create custom patterns on your paper craft projects, as well as making envelopes and making paper boxes. The newest addition to this collection is the Borders Scoring Plate, with 20 different pattern designs, which you can find on page 26 of […]
Rubber Stamping Tips: Making a Good Impression
Have you ever stamped a large stamp, only to find a “hole” in the image where the ink didn’t transfer from the rubber to the paper? I used to have this happen all the time, and it was always near the bottom left corner of the image. If you’ve been to my classes or watched […]
Announcing a New Cardmaking Techniques Class
NOTE: This program has been incorporated and replaced by Papercrafts Toolbox. Please visit us there! ———————————————————————– Beginning in January I will be offering a new cardmaking techniques class on the third Saturday of each month. You can join the Techniques Boutique at any time, but if you join from the beginning you won’t miss a […]
New Card Making Tutorial Available
This month’s card making tutorial is now available, Delightful Dozens Occasions Cards. Reveal the magic when you use a variety of resist techniques with the Natural Composition Specialty Designer Paper. You’ll love creating these cards again and again for dozens of occasions. From a simple birthday card for him to more feminine vintage greeting cards, […]
Designing Your Classes
In the coming weeks I will be designing your classes for next year. Is there something in particular you’d like to have a class on? Some ideas could be: cardmaking techniques scrapbooking instructions card folding techniques mini album ideas unique homemade gifts 3D projects Big Shot class digital class paper punch art These classes will […]
Homemade Birthday Card
This simple homemade birthday card uses just half a sheet of card stock, a budget-friendly approach to making handmade cards. I took a scratch sheet of paper and cut out a square from it, then laid it over the front of my card. I sponged Crumb Cake ink along the edge of a Post-It note […]
Tea Shoppe: Card Folding Techniques
I love using different card folding techniques, and here’s an oldie-but-goodie: an explosion card! It’s been at least 10 years since I’ve made one of these and I don’t know why, they’re so much fun! The Tea Shoppe stamp set is featured here. I love this set! It’s very feminine, and it’s versatile, too. The […]
New Amazing Card Making Tutorials
Bright colors, whimsical designs, fancy folds, and 3-D designs create a winning combination in these fun-filled card making tutorials. In this spectacular class you’ll make your own cards perfect for kids, friends, and family! With the cards and treat bag you’ll truly have unique handmade gifts to give. Your friends will say you’re amazing when […]
Unique Thank You Cards Class
I’m busy designing cards for my Unique Thank You Cards Class next weekend. This is my first one. I may redo it using Pretty In Pink as the base, but I do like how it turned out. This card features the First Edition Specialty Designer Paper, one of my very favorites, and the Windows Frames […]