Why should I get the Ink Refills – Color Family

Re-inkers

I’m I just weird or do you have to get ink refills (aka re-inkers) for each color family? I just completed by In Color family group. YAY! Why would you get re-inkers? Let me count the ways. Well not really, but the main reason is to re-ink your stamp pads. There are several techniques that …

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Do you have difficulties with cutting cardstock?

Measuring for Cutting

If you do have difficulties cutting card stock and paper, do not feel bad and by all means do not feel embarrassed, you are NOT by yourself! Recently, I have had several stampers tell me that they have some difficulties with cutting cardstock and Designer Series Paper. Again, I say you are not in that …

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The Stampin’ Up! Clear Block Storage Caddy

Product Clear Block Storage Caddy

Today we are going to have a little Tool Talk discussion on the Clear Block Storage Caddy. I don’t know about you, but I function much better if I have certain items organized all together in one place. One of the items that helps me to be and stay organized is the Clear Block Storage …

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Did you know…White Center Specialty Paper

White Center Specialty Paper

Did you know… …you can give any project a distressed look by using the White Center Specialty Paper. Use an embossing folder with this paper and gently sand the image and the white core will show through. If you use the tearing technique using this paper the white core will add that extra little distressed …

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Q&A What is the best way to store Stampin’ Write Markers?

Question & Answer

QUESTION: What is the best way to store Stampin’ Write Markers? ANSWER: My recommendation for storing Stampin’ Write Markers, as well as Stampin’ Blends, is to store them on their side (horizontally), not on one of the ends (vertically). This is because the Stampin’ Write Markers and the Stampin’ Blends have two ends, therefore the …

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Did you know…Silicone Craft Sheet

Mirror Image Technique

Did you know… …that you can use the Silicone Craft Sheet to create a mirror image of a stamp? Wait, did you notice that something just happened to your stamp sets? Your stamps just transformed to be more versatile stamps! Would you like to learn more about this technique and more techniques? Class coming soon!

HOW TO: Keep Your Stamps in Good Condition

QUESTION: A customer asked me what is the best way to keep your stamps in good condition. ANSWER: Keeping your stamps in good condition starts with cleaning your stamps after each use. There are several items that are available to help you keep your stamps clean. Below is a list of these products along with …

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You were born to be real…

Quote - You were born to be real...

I was talking to a friend the other night, part of our conversation included, we were born to be real, not perfect. I will be the first to admit that I am far from perfect! I have never claimed to be perfect, never will claim to be, and most definitely don’t want to be perfect. …

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