Crafty Secrets has just released 12 wonderful new Clear Art Stamp sets, with themes like fairies, frames, bees, sports, lave and more. I love the vintage feel of these sets! Find the stamps here at the website and pop by… Read More...
Project: Onesie Baby Invite
Nicole Magouirk shares her step by step instructions for making this adorable onesie baby shower invitation, so sweet! Click here to visit her blog for directions.
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Technique: Shadow Stamping
Adding a subtle shadow to your stamped images can add alot of dimension, depth and realism. Visit Jeanette Lyntons’ blog as she shows you how to cast a shadow.
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Tutorial: Zipper Flower
I love hand made embellishments! There are tons of embellishments on the market but why not make your own, it’s usually less expensive and you can easily co-ordinate them perfectly with your project. The Joyful Stamper blog shares the directions … Read More...
Technique: Two Step Masking
Visit Nichole Heady’s blog as she shares a terrific video tutorial on a two step masking technique. This is really perfect for when you want to add a lot of dimension without a lot of bulk.
-Heather
New Release: There She Goes Stamps
There She Goes stamps has just released some adorable new stamps. I’m in love with this mermaid and the fairy set is super cute too! Click here to see all their new releases and then visit their blog for loads … Read More...
Technique: Add a Spring to Your Card
Want to make your stamped images jump around on your card? How about adding a spring? Learn a fun technique for making a “springy thingy” over at the Whimsey Unlimited blog.
-Heather
Technique: Stencil Background
Julia Stainton shares a fun background technique using stamping inks and stencils. Visit Ellen Hutson’s blog for detailed instructions.
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Technique: Masked Background
Kathy at the Daily Marker blog shares her process for making this adorable card, using a masking technique for her background. Such a bright and cheery card!
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Project: Stamped Tag w/ Yellow Pages Flower
Wendy from Studio 490 shares step by step how to make this lovely tag, including how to make the paper flower from phone book yellow pages, very cool! Click here for her directions.
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Tip: Nicer Cut Edges
Sometimes it can be difficult when cutting out your stamped images to cut a nice looking cut edge. Here’s helpful tip from Paper Crafts by Candice for getting a cleaner looking edge. Click here for her tip.
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Project: Recycled Dryer Sheet Flowers
Visit the Such a Pretty Mess blog and learn how to recycle dryer sheets into beautiful flower embellishments. These are simply divine!
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Project: Scalloped Easel Card
Pop on over to the Sunflowers and Dragonflies blog and let Beth Norman show you how to make this stunning and clever scalloped easel card.
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Blog: Colour Q
If your looking for inspiration for a stamping project color is a great place to start. The Colour Q blog is a challenge blog that focuses on color, click here to visit for some great color combinations, card ideas and … Read More...
Technique: Masking
Simply Stamped shows how to use the masking technique to add flowers inside of a vase and for a really pretty card.
-Heather
New Release: Avocado Stamps
Avocado Arts is a brand new stamp company. They carry clear stamps in a stamp set of the month program, the nice thing about the program is you can choose only the stamps you want! Click here for more information… Read More...
Project: Stamped Bib
How totally adorable is this baby bib?! Visit the Homespun with Heart blog for step by step instructions on how to make one. So cute!
-Heather
Technique: Cracked Glass Effect
At Nicol Heady’s blog Heather Nichols shares a cool cracked glass technique, perfect for adding an interesting touch to any stamped card. Her samples are just stunning! Click here for her video.
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Technique: Diamond Fold Card
Beate Johns shares a step by step tutorial and video at Splitcoast Stampers on how to make one of these beautiful diamond fold cards. Click here to find out how to make one yourself.
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Project: Folded Flower Card
Visit the Ball Point Bliss blog and let Juliet Arrighi show you how to turn punched and stamped circles into a lovely folded flower card.
-Heather