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Free Retro Carnival ATC Project with Lindy’s and Tim Holtz

September 28, 2025 No Comments

Ready to get crafty? Designer Karla Yungwirth shares a bold and vibrant Retro Carnival ATC project that you can make today. Using Lindy’s Gang sprays, OLFA Craft Scissors, Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz stamps, and Ranger Distress watercolor pencils, you’ll create a set of mini works of art perfect for swapping, gifting, or keeping for yourself. ✨ Best of all—you can grab the free printable PDF tutorial with step-by-step photos at the end of this post! Supplies You’ll Need Stamps: Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz Retro Carnival + Noteworthy Sprays: Lindy’s Gang Starburst Sprays – Tainted Love, Freaky Franken-Lime, Hag’s Wart Orange Paper & Inks: Ranger Dylusions Mixed Media Cardstock, Archival Ink Coloring: Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Watercolor Pencils Adhesives & Finishes: Ranger Collage Medium, Distress Sprayer, Glossy Accents Tools: Sizzix Trimmer, Sizzix Stamp & Stencil Tool, OLFA Craft Grid Ruler, Scissors, Stamp Block, Ranger Heat It Tool Extras: Zebra Pen Mechanical…

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Stamped Wood Slice Card Tutorial by Nicole Wright

September 4, 2025 No Comments

If you’re looking for a rustic yet elegant handmade card idea, this project by designer Nicole Wright is the perfect inspiration. Using the Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz Forest Floor Set 2 stamp set, Nicole created a stunning wood slice focal point that combines stamping and watercolouring techniques. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to recreate this project at home. Supplies Used – Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz Forest Floor Set 2 stamp set – Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock cardstock – Ranger Archival Ink (Jet Black) – Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Spritz (Fossilized Amber, Rusty Hinge) – Ranger Dina Wakely Media Brush – Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L 3D Foam Squares – OLFA Scissors Step-by-Step Instructions Step 1: Create Your Card Base Cut Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock cardstock to 10″ x 5″ and fold in half to create a 5″ x 5″ card base. Ink the wood slice stamp from the Stampers Anonymous Tim…

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Designing with Pigment Powders: A Step-by-Step Birthday Card Tutorial by Karla Yungwirth

September 23, 2024 No Comments

Are you looking for a unique and colorful way to create birthday cards? Look no further than designing with pigment powders! In this step-by-step tutorial, Karla Yungwirth shares her techniques for crafting a stunning birthday card featuring Penny Black Inc. stamps and Lindy’s Gang Magical Powders. The intricate embossing, paired with vibrant pigment colors, brings this card to life. Follow along to see how you can add extra flair to your next papercrafting project! Step-by-Step Instructions to Design a Beautiful Birthday Card Step 1: Heat Emboss the Floral Elements Using the Penny Black Nature’s Jewels Stamp Set (31-048), stamp the floral images on Prism Studio Mixed Media Paper. Emboss the images using gold Brutus Monroe Embossing Powder to give them a sophisticated and elegant look. Step 2: Activate Pigment PowdersSprinkle Lindy’s Gang Magical Powders (Oh Canada Crimson, Poutine Gold, and Banff Blue) onto your craft mat. Mix these powders with…

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Win the Ultimate OLFA Cutting Tools Prize Pack – OLFA Giveaway

September 18, 2024 No Comments

WINNER: Congratulations to Jackee Denney – this week’s lucky winner!!! We’re excited to announce the OLFA Cutting Tools Giveaway, where you can win a fantastic set of premium crafting essentials from OLFA! Whether you’re a crafter, quilter, or DIY enthusiast, these tools will take your projects to the next level with precision and ease. What You Can Win: ✂️ AK-4 Cushion Grip Art Knife: This versatile art knife comes with a comfortable, anti-slip handle for superior control during detailed cutting tasks. It also features a quick-spin blade change system and an anti-roll safety mechanism to keep your workspace secure. ✂️ 5-Inch SCS-4 Precision Appliqué Scissors: These stainless-steel scissors are sharp enough to cut through multiple layers of fabric, paper, or even leather. They’re designed for both right- and left-handed users, making them ideal for any crafter! 📏 CM-9×12-01/YEL Double-Sided Self-Healing Cutting Mat: This 9”x12” cutting mat is perfect for protecting…