Friends, I've got a fabulous project to share with you today! I'm going to show you how EASY it is to recycle cards and turn them into booklets - or journals (your choice). This can be as simple or as elaborate as you want, but one thing is for sure, … [Read more...] about DIY Junk Journal from Greeting Cards + LOTS of Fun Techniques!
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Create Gorgeous Cards from Ink-Stained Paper Towels!
Hi Friends! I'm excited to share with you a project that's not only dear to my heart but also brimming with fun and some mixed media too! Not long ago I mentioned in one of videos that I hang on to the paper towels leftover from my watercoloring - … [Read more...] about Create Gorgeous Cards from Ink-Stained Paper Towels!
Watercolor Easter: 4 Card Designs with Ink & Masking Techniques
Hi Friends! I believe it's safe to say that "Spring has sprung!" here in Nova Scotia (crossing my fingers I don't jinx Mother Nature with that statement, haha!). Today I was pleasantly surprised to discover daffodils and tulips peeking through my … [Read more...] about Watercolor Easter: 4 Card Designs with Ink & Masking Techniques
Double Embossing & Fun Creative Techniques
Hi Friends! Yesterday I had a play with some items that have been sitting on my desk and what fun I had! One of the items I wanted to use was the "Layered Florals" embossing folder, which I had inked with my markers well over a week ago, but didn't … [Read more...] about Double Embossing & Fun Creative Techniques
Reverse Embossing With a Twist!
I am obsessed with the "Reverse Embossing Technique". It's such a simple technique but it sure packs a big WOW factor! If you missed my video demonstrating this fun and different way to use inks with embossing folders, click here. There are so … [Read more...] about Reverse Embossing With a Twist!
Reverse Embossing Technique
Hi Friends! In today's blog post, we'll dive into a super fun technique that will take your cards and projects to a whole new level. While I'm sure most of you have inked your embossing folders, which is a gorgeous technique on it's own (which … [Read more...] about Reverse Embossing Technique
3 Easy Ways to Make Backgrounds for Scenery Cards | HILLS OF TUSCANY
The new "Hills from Tuscany" stamp set was a 'must have' when I first saw it in our Mini Catalogue. This stamp set is ideal for quick and simple cards using just stamps, ink, and paper, as well as stepped-up cards with a full background … [Read more...] about 3 Easy Ways to Make Backgrounds for Scenery Cards | HILLS OF TUSCANY
Double Layer Die-Cut Technique | VIDEO
Hi Friends! Today's technique is a fun one that features any type of die cut, or punch, to create a beautiful background for your cards and projects. This technique creates the effect of a shadow and depending on the cardstock you use you will … [Read more...] about Double Layer Die-Cut Technique | VIDEO
Beautiful & Easy Card Design
Hi Friends! I'm still in Comox (Vancouver Island) at my Dad's house. His surgery went well (thank goodness) and he's out of the hospital. Dad's recovery is going to take a bit of time so I changed my flight and will fly back to Nova Scotia a week … [Read more...] about Beautiful & Easy Card Design
Inked Double Embossing Technique
Hi Friends! This past weekend I attended the "Atlantic Stampers Demonstrator Retreat" and had a FABULOUS time stamping and visiting with friends! While there I received a few comments and questions about a card I brought for the display … [Read more...] about Inked Double Embossing Technique