Think outside the box (or maybe I should say paper :)) and take your stamping into other crafting areas but using them as a template. For instance stamped images can be sewn over for embroidery designs or used as a … Read More...
Project: Gnome Shaker Card
Cute little gnomes are popping up in gardens every where and also on cards. Shake up a little fun with this adorable Gnome shaker card filled with colorful sequins. Laura from Card Making is Fun has a video tutorial on … Read More...
Project: Pet Sympathy Card
Losing a pet is so difficult, it’s losing a member of the family. If someone you know has lost a beloved pet let them know you’re thinking about them with a sweet card like this one from Nicole Magouirk. She’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamped Soap
There’s so much more you can do with rubber stamps then just stamping them on paper, like how about use them in soap making? Add a fun personalized touch to hand made soap using rubber stamps, Stampington and Company has … Read More...
Technique: Summer Beach Scene Card
Theresa will teach you how to make a summer sky for a beach scene card by sponging ink directly onto cardstock and stamping over top with silhouette stamps. She’ll even show you how to add shadows with your markers. Click … Read More...
7 Metal Stamped Craft Ideas
Metal textures and colours are a big trend in the decorating world right now, and thanks to metals being a great medium to work with, the possibilities for crafting are countless. This list has 7 craft ideas that you can … Read More...
Project: Frame Your Stamping
Stamp, heat emboss and add some ink to make a wonderful home decor framed piece of art work using your stamps. Find out more over on the Crafter’s Companion blog.
-Heather
Technique: Inked Embossing Folder
Did you know you can add color to your embossing folders by inking them before embossing? This add a whole new layer to using those folders! Kristine over at Stamping and Scrapping in California will show you how to make … Read More...
Project: Vintage Cameo Card and Pin
Die cuts, stencils and embossing plates aren’t just for paper you can also use materials like this metal sheets for stunning results. This beautiful vintage style card is also a gift, the lovely cameo is a pin that can be … Read More...
Giveaway Reminder: Stampin’ Up Paper Pumpkin Card Kits
There’s still a few days left to enter to win 3 recent Stampin’ Up card making kits from Paper Pumpkin. Click here to visit the giveaway post and leave your comment there to be entered to win.
Also don’t forget … Read More...
Project: Stamped Jewelry
You can add a custom touch and make your own unique jewelry by adding stamping to the Klik line of jewelry kits. Jamie from the Stamp This blog shows how a novice jewelry maker like herself got amazing results using … Read More...
Project: Doggie Training Treat Bag
I usually don’t share many fabric project here on the stamping blog but this adorable no sew pocket actually includes some stamping! If you’re training your puppy carrying around treats to reward them for good behavior is key so why … Read More...
Project: Gift Box Card
This pretty project from Lili of the Valley stamps is a card and gift box in one! They are sharing the cutting and scoring dimensions for making the box and how to cover it with pattern papers, die cuts and … Read More...
Tip: Doodled Flower Card Accents
The Spectrum Noir
blog has a great card embellishment idea using flower die cut shapes. Color them with markers and then use a fine tip black marker to doodle around the edge of the shape and add a pearl or … Read More...
Card Making Technique: Bright Water Colored Card
Get a bold pop of color by using bright waters colors with stamps embossed on kraft paper. The Card Maker Magazine blog has all the details for getting this pretty look.
-Heather
Carved Watermelon Rubber Stamp
Summer is right around the corner and fruit are still just as huge a trend this year as they were last year, so I love this.
Heather, from Woods of Bell Trees, says “Is there anything that says summer quite … Read More...
Happy Mother’s Day
Project: Mother’s Day Elephant Card
With Mother’s Day just around the corner show mom that you love her a ton with this sweet Mother and Baby elephant card. The Lawn Fawn blog has a video tutorial showing you how to stamp it with tips on … Read More...
Project: Vintage Style Door Hanger
Add an elegant touch to the entrance of any room with this vintage inspired door hanger. Visit The Rubber Cafe blog for a video tutorial showing how to combine stamps, die cut shapes, pattern papers, ribbon and embellishments with a … Read More...
Project: Gift Card Holder Tag
A gift card to their favorite craft store is a great gift for a crafty friend and he’s a fun way to gift it, in a cute tag with a pocket in the back. You can find photos, direction and … Read More...