D.I.Y. Monday...Kind of: The No carve Stamp

Ok, Its Sunday I know but I will be traveling and will be without internet for a minute and I wanted to share this fun idea to creat your own stamp with out all that extra work and technique. I originally found this on blog.craftzine.com It looks super easy and I cant wait to try it.

For a step by step tutorial check out  blog.craftzine.com

Materials

1/8"-thick acrylic plexiglass; can be found at hardware stores
X-Acto knife
Metal ruler
Silicone rubber caulking (clear); can be found at hardware stores
Water-based paint
Brayer

 

Happy crafting!

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Travels: Temporary Store Closing

Hello hello,
I hope everyone is enjoying the new year.
I wanted to notify everyone that my store will be closed starting Aug 14th due to my travels. I will be posting here to stay in touch and keep you all posted on my new inspirations, designs and all other crafts and projects. The store will re-open soon with a new storefront and website... YAY!!!! Exicted!
I love change!

Here are some pieces I have worked on in the mean time to try and carry you over until the store re-opens.

They can dress up anything, can't they!?. LOL

We all know fur is in this season, so you know I had to add my 2 cents.

Just a dainty splash of color. They are only about an inch and a half in size.

My fav!!! yet they are so simple, it's something about that cobalt blue & copper together.

The pale pink leather has a pearlized finish, LOVE!

If you have any questions about these pieces PLEASE feel free to contact me. I will get back to you as soon as possible. Put your feet up and check out the rest of my blog.

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-Ciao

Inspirations: 50 Inspiring Entrepreneur Startup Quotes

During todays hard times there is nothing like some uplifting words of encouragement from those who have been there and done that. Here are a couple to get you started but click the link to read more of these lovely quotes from Startupquote.com. This is s site dedicated to start up quotes from the best entrepreneurs in the industry. I picked the ones that got me off the computer and back at my design table.

 

 

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D.I.Y Monday: Glass Jar Moroccan Lanterns

I saw this and plotzed! How cute are these?
On one of my favorite blogs Design*Sponge has the best ideas and D.I.Y. tutorials.
Here are the photos and the full tutorial is located here.

Tools:

• old glass jars (spaghetti jars, jam jars or any plain glass jar will work)
• gold dimensional puff paint
• glass paint (Delta or Pebeo Vitrea glass paint are great options)
• paintbrush
• wire (optional, for hanging lanterns)

 

 

Full tutorial is located here.

D.I.Y Monday: Mothers Day Cards

I loathe spending $4+ for a card every card buying holiday, so I make them. I found a free pattern online at easycutpopup.com, downloaded the pdf file and that's how it started.

 Tools:

Card Stock Paper
Downloaded Pattern

Scissors

X-acto Knife

Embossing Powder (optional)
Heating tool

Fine Point Marker

Blank card and Envelope

Below are the cards I sent out this past week.

Used embossing powder to the illustrated roses.

I would have created it digitally but you can buy those kinds of cards anywhere. I wanted to take it back to Elementary school (lol) with the idea it took time, creativity and lots of love.  This style of card can be used for birthdays, anniversarys, sympathy, get well any occasion where you would usually send flowers.

I hope all mothers enjoyed their day of love and appreciation.

Fifty in 50: Key Chains.

Ok, so no more catch up I am just going to do this until I reach 50. LOL!
I have been experimenting with Gift with Purchase ideas and I decided to fiddle around with key chains. I know most people do not like having these bulky key chains so I figured...why not make it small yet stands out with a touch of leathery flair.

These are my first round pieces that I've made. There are some materials I need to purchase and some design things I need to tweak before I add the final touches.

Stay tuned....