Holiday Card Throwback (not really!) #11: Winter Birthday Cards

Hi there!  Today's throwback isn't really a throwback, in the sense that it isn't a video walk down Memory Lane.  Today I decided to make some birthday cards for a birthday RAK (Random Acts of Kindness) group that I belong to.  Since I wanted to get a head start on my January cards, and since I still had my box of Christmas stamps out, I thought I would use a snowflake background stamp. Almost all the supplies I used were quite old.   A full supply list, with links to where you can buy them, will be at the end of this post.  If you'd like to know how I made these, please leave a comment below to let me know.  Thanks for visiting, and Happy Holidays!

Supplies (Amazon Affiliate Links - I received no compensation from any of the companies who make these products, and using the links provides me with a very small amount of money at no extra cost to you.  Thanks!) 

Tim Holtz Broken China Distress Ink

Tim Holtz Faded Jeans Distress Ink

Tim Holtz Salty Ocean Distress Ink

VersaMark Ink

Ranger Super Fine White Detail Embossing Powder

Ranger Snowflake Embossing Powder

Tsukineko Jumbo Sponge Daubers

Hero Arts Snowflake Background Stamp (I used one by Impression Obsession, but this one is very similar.)

Heavy grey cardstock (Michael's)

W Plus 9 Basic Banners stamps and die set

Snowflake sequins (Michael's)

Holiday Card Throwback #10: Tim Holtz Christmas Tag - Good Ol' Frosty

Remember when Tim Holtz used to do his 12 Tags of Christmas?  It was such an exciting time for us stampers.  We got a chance to play with all those supplies we'd collected during the year and do something fun with them.  It was so disappointing when he stopped doing them in 2016.  I really miss them.

Yesterday I thought I'd re-visit some of them and share with you.  I thought it would be very timely, since things are getting down to the wire, and you're probably (like me) getting ready to wrap some Christmas gifts.

Here ya go:  Enjoy!

2007: Day 2

How to Make a Shaped Card

I've got a new video on YouTube!  I hope you enjoy it.  Thanks for visiting, and have a great day.

Mixed Media Christmas Tags

Hey everyone!  I hope you're enjoying my daily posts this holiday season.  Today I'd like to share with you my newest article over on Scrapjazz.  I hope you enjoy it!

Here are pictures of the tags I made:

Remember to stop by tomorrow for some more Christmas Cheer!

New Fall, Halloween, and Winter Items in My Etsy Shop!

Hope you can stop by and check them out!  Be on the look-out for a new video showing how to make one of these items yourself!  Thanks for visiting My Crafty Life, and remember to always be your crafty self.

Friendship Cards

I thought I'd share some cards that I made for an upcoming Scrapjazz article that I wrote recently.  All of these cards were made from scraps that I had made in classes or for scrapbook pages/cards.  By layering them together, I was able to create 4 cards and a tag.

Happy creating!

Holiday Tags Class Next Week at The Ink Pad - Photo Added

Hey guys, don't forget to sign up for my Holiday Distressed Tags class that will be held next Tuesday, November 8th, from 7:15 to 8:30 at The Ink Pad.  You'll need to call the store at 212-463-9876 to reserve your seat.  There is limited seating, so please sign up ASAP.  Directions to the store can be found here.  If you like Distress Inks, you'll love this class.

I hope to see you there.

November Classes at The Ink Pad

Hi everyone!  Just thought I'd pop in and give you the info. about my upcoming classes at The Ink Pad.  On Tuesday, November 8th, from 7:15 to 8:30, I'll be teaching Distressed Holiday Tags.  Then on Tuesday, November 29th, from 7:15 to 8:30, I'll be teaching Mini Book Ornaments.  You can find all of the details on the store's website (http://www.theinkpadnyc.com/) within the next week or so.  I'll probably be posting photos soon, so stop by and check them out.

Until next time, remember to be your crafty self.

J

Haunted Window Card

I just have to share this awesome video from Hero Arts!  Enjoy!

Watercolor Greetings Class at Not Just Scrap

Sunday, August 14, 2011
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Not Just Scrap in Centereach, NY

In this class, I will show you how to create beautiful watercolor backgrounds that will provide the backdrops of 3 lovely greeting cards. You will be working with Tim Holtz Distress Inks, Martha Stewart punches, Stickles glitter glue, fabric, and more! You will need to bring your basic class kit, especially a good paper trimmer and strong adhesive. Please bring a small spray bottle/Mini Mister filled with water (if you have one). If you don’t want your hands to get messy, you can bring craft gloves too. It is strongly recommended that you do NOT wear your best clothes for this class. We’re going to have lots of fun in this one!

"De-Stressed" Background Cards July 10th

There are still some spots available, so sign up now!  I'm teaching this class at Not Just Scrap on July 10th from 1-3.  We'll be playing with Distress Inks, sprays, stamps, and die-cuts.   See you there!

Class Photos and Details

Here are the details and photos for the classes I will be teaching at Not Just Scrap in Centereach (Long Island), NY.  I'm so excited!!!
 Summer Fun Layout - Sunday, June 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m. 

In this class,  I will show you how to create a fun 2-page layout using your favorite summer photos.  You’ll need to bring four to six 4 x 6 photos with you.  If you don’t have the photos yet, don’t worry.  The pages can be completed just fine without them.  You will also need your basic class kit, a pencil, a good eraser, and a journaling pen.  Beginners are welcome, but you should have some experience using a paper trimmer.

"De-Stressed" Backgrounds Card Class - Sunday, July 10, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

In this class, you will make four stunning distressed background cards suitable for all occasions.  Using Tim Holtz’s Distress Inks, a few background stamps, and your imagination, you will see how easy it is to use the “coolest” inks on the market.  Bring your basic class kit.  Beginners are welcome.

Scrapbook Layout Design I - Saturday, July 16, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Have you ever wondered why certain colors go so well together, or why your eye is drawn to a particular page or design?  In this class, you will learn some of the building blocks of design, including color theory, balance, and the basic elements of a scrapbook page.  You will also create a 1-page layout, so please bring three 4 x 6 landscape photos with you.  This is a beginner class, but more advanced scrapbookers are also welcome.

Snowman Card

Merry Christmas!  I thought I'd share a card that I made for my son this year, using a technique that I saw Jennifer McGuire use in one of her videos.  It's really easy to do.

You use 2 coordinating colors of Distress Ink (I used Peeled Paint and Broken China), and an acrylic block.  Start with the first color, and apply it to the whole block.  Then apply the darker color to just the edges.  Spray it with a little water, and press the block onto your paper.  (I used watercolor paper.)  Gently lift the block from the paper, and blend any concentrated pools of ink with a paper towel.  Just dab it gently.  Then, as a optional step, you can spritz it with some shimmery sprays.  Although I used some that I made myself, any of the commercial sprays should work.  To minimize curling, use a heat gun on the front and back of the paper.

For the images on the card, I used my Christmas Cheer Cricut cartridge and E.K. Success snowflake punches.  Any border punch you have would add a nice touch as well.

I hope to post one more time before Christmas; but if I don't, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Holiday Quick Tip #3: Tiny Tags

Hi guys!  Hope your holiday season is going smoothly and you aren't too frantic.  I'm doing OK, and I'm a little ahead of schedule actually.  So I had a few minutes to record one more Holiday Quick Tip video.  I'm going to show you how to make the most adorable little tags from scraps of plain white cardstock.  Please leave a comment if you like the video.  Enjoy, and thanks for stopping by!