Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Make Your Own Glue Dots
Cut up sticks of glue made to go in a hot glue gun into tiny pieces and store in a container. When you are ready, set the piece on the card, heat with your heat gun until gooey and voila! you have a glue dot!
Link To My Old Blog
Click on the title of this post to go to my old blog. There are 300 pictures of cards, storage ideas, and tips located there.
Broomzelda #1
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Creative Idea of the Week
Some people think of everything. I would never have come up with this in a million years. Click on the title of this post and it will take you to the most adorable idea.
Calendar #1
Both of these (see following post) were made with coasters and my Bind It All. The calendar is a download from A Muse for $4 and the proceeds go to research for leukemia. I stamped each page with something appropriate to the season. This one is decorated with SU Bela Rose Paper and the punch is from Martha Stewart.
Bind It All Calendar #2
Friday, September 26, 2008
Direct to Stamp
Paper Napkin Transfer Technique
Click on the title of this post and it will take you to a really cool tutorial. I used to do this with freezer wrap, but it did not stick well. This works so much better!
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Coupons to All the Main Craft Stores
Click the title for coupons to Hobby Lobby, AC Moore, Michaels', JoAnn and more.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Little Red Wagon
Monday, September 22, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Home for the Holidays with PTI
Saturday, September 20, 2008
If You Love the Twilight book series-----
you have got to click on the title of this post to be taken to an "Edward" card that will crack you up!
Acetate Background
My transparency is kind of flimsy (Jacki is sending me a Hero Arts one to try) but I had fun doing this anyway. The background is rolled with black Stazon. Yesterday was some sort of pirate thingy day--I know real technical terms here, so I added an eye patch. I got the stamp for $1 years ago in a sale bin. The sentiment is done with a label maker.
Home for the Holidays with PTI
Friday, September 19, 2008
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Two Thumbs Up for PTI's Embossing Powder
My gold EP from PTI came today and after 13 years of stamping I will say that this gold EP is the BEST I have ever used. The color is pure and really a nice gold. It is a detail powder that really covers and melts into the smoothest embossing I have ever seen!
Giving Crafting Supplies to Hurricane Victims
I have had 9 emails in the last 48 hours in response to my suggestion on a crafting board that some might want to send crafting supplies to hurricane victims who lost all of their supplies.
I am going to answer some of the comments/questions here:
Q-Why send stamps and "toys" when these people need food and water?
A-I am assuming food and water is getting to them through agencies. I think sending grocery store gift certificates could be helpful if you know what chain grocers are in their area. I am focusing on stamping things for 2 reasons: 1-insurance probably won't begin to replace and 2-everyone can use a little joy while trying to get through a surival experience.
Q-What if this is a scam?
A-Then they are going to end up with crafting supplies, LOL! The lady I found has a blog, a long standing blog, showing her creations and her crafting room. She would have had to go to a lot of work to fake being a crafter in order for someone to feel sorry and send her craft supplies. Why would a non-crafter do a scam like that? Besides, she never ASKED for a thing. I saw her sorrow over her losses and wanted to help some. It helps me too and helps me be the kind of person I want to be. If she ends up being a scammer, it is on her, and it won't change my life.
Q-How can I help this lady?
A- Email me at rubyslippers@neofast.net and I will be glad to pass on her address as well as her blog addy so you can "get to know her" a bit. I have her permission to give the address of where she is staying.
Q-Why not give to the Red Cross instead?
A-Well, personally I like my donations to go directly to a person and not be watered down by having some of it used for administrative costs. I have a friend who had a bad experience with Red Cross years ago that has made me not donate to them. I also think there are things in life almost as important as necessities because they help us get through emotionally. My stamping has gotten me through some very, very difficult emotional things.
Q-Don't you think you are too trusting?
A-It is a choice I have made. I never put myself at risk. If you remember, I work in a jail. There should be no one more skeptical than I am about the possibility of being "taken". I have chosen not to live that way and not to be suspcious. When there are red flags I pay attention, but I continue to choose to take people at face value unless I am shown they are not what they say. I work from the old adage that people are good for the most part and until I see they are otherwise I am going to give them the benefit of the doubt. Assuming people are dishonest and waiting until they prove otherwise is not a way I wish to live. If I get "taken" in a situation like sending crafting supplies, I am not seriously hurt in any way. It is a risk I will choose to take.
Q-What will you be sending?
A-A friend who is a vendor has offered on the GW board to send gift certificates from people who donate and to add a bit to the certificate from her end too. If you are interested in that, check out the GW board for the details of how to do that or contact Cherylynn at 2ndchildhoodstore.com for the details. I personally have a huge box of basics that I will be sending out on Friday.
Q-Why send something to a stranger?
A- I strongly believe in Pay It Forward. I have been the recipient of so many wonderful things for my students from crafters that I want to pass along the kindness. It makes US better people, IMO.
If you are interested as to why I won't give to the Red Cross, click the title of this post to go to an article that explains about this organization.
I am going to answer some of the comments/questions here:
Q-Why send stamps and "toys" when these people need food and water?
A-I am assuming food and water is getting to them through agencies. I think sending grocery store gift certificates could be helpful if you know what chain grocers are in their area. I am focusing on stamping things for 2 reasons: 1-insurance probably won't begin to replace and 2-everyone can use a little joy while trying to get through a surival experience.
Q-What if this is a scam?
A-Then they are going to end up with crafting supplies, LOL! The lady I found has a blog, a long standing blog, showing her creations and her crafting room. She would have had to go to a lot of work to fake being a crafter in order for someone to feel sorry and send her craft supplies. Why would a non-crafter do a scam like that? Besides, she never ASKED for a thing. I saw her sorrow over her losses and wanted to help some. It helps me too and helps me be the kind of person I want to be. If she ends up being a scammer, it is on her, and it won't change my life.
Q-How can I help this lady?
A- Email me at rubyslippers@neofast.net and I will be glad to pass on her address as well as her blog addy so you can "get to know her" a bit. I have her permission to give the address of where she is staying.
Q-Why not give to the Red Cross instead?
A-Well, personally I like my donations to go directly to a person and not be watered down by having some of it used for administrative costs. I have a friend who had a bad experience with Red Cross years ago that has made me not donate to them. I also think there are things in life almost as important as necessities because they help us get through emotionally. My stamping has gotten me through some very, very difficult emotional things.
Q-Don't you think you are too trusting?
A-It is a choice I have made. I never put myself at risk. If you remember, I work in a jail. There should be no one more skeptical than I am about the possibility of being "taken". I have chosen not to live that way and not to be suspcious. When there are red flags I pay attention, but I continue to choose to take people at face value unless I am shown they are not what they say. I work from the old adage that people are good for the most part and until I see they are otherwise I am going to give them the benefit of the doubt. Assuming people are dishonest and waiting until they prove otherwise is not a way I wish to live. If I get "taken" in a situation like sending crafting supplies, I am not seriously hurt in any way. It is a risk I will choose to take.
Q-What will you be sending?
A-A friend who is a vendor has offered on the GW board to send gift certificates from people who donate and to add a bit to the certificate from her end too. If you are interested in that, check out the GW board for the details of how to do that or contact Cherylynn at 2ndchildhoodstore.com for the details. I personally have a huge box of basics that I will be sending out on Friday.
Q-Why send something to a stranger?
A- I strongly believe in Pay It Forward. I have been the recipient of so many wonderful things for my students from crafters that I want to pass along the kindness. It makes US better people, IMO.
If you are interested as to why I won't give to the Red Cross, click the title of this post to go to an article that explains about this organization.
Another One Kind of Like the Other One
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Cuttlebug Meets Primas
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Monday, September 15, 2008
Baby Bunny
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Vintage Post
This is from an old SU set that is retired. It was called Vintage something, but I cannot find the complete title in my old catalogs. The paper is Stella Ruby Basic Grey from the 6 x 6 pad. I am getting into the faux button look done by punching matching paper and matting on a circle. Border punch is Fiskars Threading Water.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
I Need Help from Someone Who Owns the Square Scallop Nesties
Is it the large or the small set that cuts a 1 3/8" (wide, not diameter) square scallop? I want to use my nesties in conjunction with the SU scallop stamps as seen on page 17 and 125 of the SU catty and don't know which set of square scallops to buy. Email me at rubyslippers@neofast.net Thanks so much.
Basal Reader Stamps
Friday, September 12, 2008
My Other Blog (juvenile detention teacher)
Several have asked again for my other blog about my teaching in juvenile detention. Contact me at rubyslippers@neofast.net and I will be glad to share it with you.
Blue Duet
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Become One of My "Followers" LOL!
See the link on the left to have your name added! It may also bring traffic to your blog too!
My Hints for Creating a Stamp Room
1-If you get corner cupboards, do NOT put in the lazy susan inserts as it wastes way too much storage space.
2-Rolled edges on your laminate countertops are more than worth it. When doing repetetive work the squared corners can rub against your wrists making blisters. Also they just look so nice.
3-Buy drawers that hold at least 40 pounds weight each. I love the soft close feature and the rollers that allow the drawer to come entirely out the the end of the frame so that even the back is easy to access.
4-Buy good lighting.
5-Put in LOTS of outlets--way more than you think you could possibly need.
6-Counter height for some of your surfaces will save your back and your neck.
7-Quality is worth the extra $.
8-LOVE my Pergo floor and I have already spilled permanent ink twice and it literally wiped up with a single baby wipe.
9-Make the walls a cheery color but one that won't cast odd color on your work. My friend has an olive green room and everything in that room looks a bit green.
10-Consider where computer/TV/stereo needs to go and then work around that.
11- Put handles that are easy to grab, even with damp hands, on all cabinetry.
12-Think about where you will do your cutting, where your trash will go, and what items need to be right near you.
2-Rolled edges on your laminate countertops are more than worth it. When doing repetetive work the squared corners can rub against your wrists making blisters. Also they just look so nice.
3-Buy drawers that hold at least 40 pounds weight each. I love the soft close feature and the rollers that allow the drawer to come entirely out the the end of the frame so that even the back is easy to access.
4-Buy good lighting.
5-Put in LOTS of outlets--way more than you think you could possibly need.
6-Counter height for some of your surfaces will save your back and your neck.
7-Quality is worth the extra $.
8-LOVE my Pergo floor and I have already spilled permanent ink twice and it literally wiped up with a single baby wipe.
9-Make the walls a cheery color but one that won't cast odd color on your work. My friend has an olive green room and everything in that room looks a bit green.
10-Consider where computer/TV/stereo needs to go and then work around that.
11- Put handles that are easy to grab, even with damp hands, on all cabinetry.
12-Think about where you will do your cutting, where your trash will go, and what items need to be right near you.
Welcome Home Basket
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Hooked on that Bela Rose
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
I am SO Honored!
My friend, Gracie, at Everything Cricut has made my day. Click on the title of this post to see why!
Monday, September 8, 2008
Bind It All Meets Bela Rose
This is the first of 9 photos of a book I created with the Bind-It-All and Bela Rose Paper (SU). All Ribbon is Papertrey. The monogram on the front is a Martha Stewart Alphabet stamp. All stickers used inside are Penny Black. I have discovered that SU Ruby Red and Papertrey Blush match the Bela paper almost perfectly. The lace punch is Martha Stewart and I also used the Fiskars Threading Water punch here and there too. My Nesties sure came in handy, also.
More photos of the pages on the blog.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Stampin' Up Mini Holiday Catalog
Click the link of this post for the download. LOTS of stuff. Really, really cute stuff.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
Cuttlebugged Brilliance
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Product Review-Fantasy Film
I just had to try this product and I am impressed. You have to follow the directions carefully and it does take a hot iron to use this product. I got my Fantasy Film at All That Scraps. It is inexpensive considering you get quite a bit. Fun to work with. I can see myself using it on snowy images too.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Sissex-Ellison Texture Plates For Sale
12 Sides/6 Ellison-Sissex Texture Plates. This set has Funky Squares, Argyle, Weave #1, Weave #2, Paisley, Daisies, Lines n' Circles, Squares in Motion, Circle Cyclone, Circles, Diamonds, and Squares. $15 for the set plus $5 shipping.
These say Ellison on them but are identical to a set of Sissex Texture Plates. Seems the company was combined in 2006 and this explains duplicate products but with different names on them.
I thought I had these sold, but the check never arrived and so I am putting them up again.
Insurance optional. Email me at rubyslippers@neofast.net if you are interested.
These say Ellison on them but are identical to a set of Sissex Texture Plates. Seems the company was combined in 2006 and this explains duplicate products but with different names on them.
I thought I had these sold, but the check never arrived and so I am putting them up again.
Insurance optional. Email me at rubyslippers@neofast.net if you are interested.
Monday, September 1, 2008
What a Cool Discovery!
This drawer was a false front and my husband constructed the drawer for me. Tonight, accidentally, I discovered that my new Scor-Pal fits on top exactly and snugly. There are things in the drawer under the Scor-Pal. Then the drawer closes just like that with it in position without moving a bit. Just glides right in. How cool is that? Kind of like a cutting board made to go on a drawer.
BTW, I don't know how I lived without the Scor-Pal. I am really loving it. I got it from Cherylynn at 2ndChildhood.com
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