Paper

How to Ink and Distress

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March 13th, 2012

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Inking and Distressing go hand in hand. They complement each other but looks great on their own too! Here are 2 Inking Techniques: You will need some Chalk Ink/Distress Ink, Applicator (I use a Make-Up Sponge) and a Non Stick Craft Sheet or I made one using Wax Paper that I wrapped around a self healing mat and taped shut. First Technique: Blot some ink onto the craft mat and using circular motion apply ...

Score and Fold

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March 13th, 2012

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This basic tutorial will demonstrate what it means to ‘score and fold’. Very popular with Origami, Card Making and creating Boxes and Bags. You will need a Bone Folder and Ruler. Use the Bone Folder and Ruler to create a line along the area indicated to score and fold. Fold the paper along the score line and use the Bone Folder to make it crisp and neat. Very ...

Tools of The Trade

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March 13th, 2012

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Ever wondered what I use for my everyday crafting? What I just could not live without? Well here is a list of my tools I use and love. For Paper Crafting I do recommend the following tools: Essentials Scissors Craft Knife Nail File Metal Ruler Archival Pen/Gel Pen Bone Folder Glue Baby Wipes Nice to have Mod Podge Double Sided Tape – Permanent and Removable Glue Dots – 3D, Mini and Craft Trimmer Spatula Decorative Edge Scissors Cropodile (Hole ...

Dreams Art Canvas

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September 15th, 2011

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I received  a package in the mail today…some gorgeous Neutral Faber Castle Gelatos. Lets just say I restocked my Glimmer Mists that a certain 2 year old decided was body spray and that with all the pretty colors I was just itching to create something purrty. As you probably know I am a HUGE fan of Christy Tomlinson and she has this great Video Tutorial on how ...