Warm Wishes

Christmas Card or Winter Note Card?

Every year I run into the same sweet dilemma: a card that's too pretty to use only once.

This one has the soft, cozy charm of the season. It would make a lovely Christmas card, tucked into an envelope with a handwritten message for someone you love. But it's just as good as a winter note card, perfect for a thank-you, a "thinking of you," or a quick hello on a frosty January afternoon.

So I'm curious: would you give it as a Christmas card, or save it for winter notes all season long?

Tell me in the comments. I'd love to know which way you lean! ❄️

Want to make it yourself? I've put together a step-by-step video showing exactly how I created it. Head over to my YouTube channel to watch the full tutorial, and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss a new project!

The Great Pudding Heist

 Good morning Stampers and crafty friends, 

Have you seen the fabulous new release from Lavinia? This Frost and Fable collection is adorable! Here's my first creation: 

You can watch it here

Create a Glowy Christmas Tree Using Card-io Stamps Tanenbaum Treasures and Lisa Horton Cloud 9 Mat Blending Inks

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends!

Last week I shared a card using Card-io Stamps Pointy Baubles Stamp Set. I'm back this week with another card using the same set of stamps. I hope these videos give you some inspiration if you have this set or something similar in your stamp collection.

Click on the photo above to see how I created this card, or click here.

Add Sparkle and Shimmer to Multimedia Collage Cards and Art Journals

Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends!

I haven't noticed a lot of creators adding glitter and sparkle to their multimedia projects, but today I am adding both Stickles and Glitter Gel Pens to my magical Christmas fairy card. Watch to see how I combine both Maremi's Small Art Collage images with my Lavinia Stamps supplies!

Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel and please leave a comment on my video if you think this is something you would try! 

Have a great week!

Pointy Baubles by Card-io

 Create a Christmas card using Card-io Stamps Pointy Baubles set and I'm not gonna lie, this one was a challenge for me! I pulled together a few stamps from other Card-io Sets and this is what I came up with.

What do you think? Do you have a stamp set in your stash that just stumps you? See how I made this here

Basic Steps For a Great Collage Card Every Time!

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends!

I have a new video playing on YouTube explaining how to get great results from a mixed media collage art card every time. This design can easily be adapted to your art journal. Watch the video to see the process.  The steps are outlined in the description box as well. 

Thanks for watching and see you soon!

Get Inky Card Challenge #2 Another Creation

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends! 

No video today, I'm just sharing a card design I created for our Get Inky Card Challenge over on Facebook. 

This card uses all Lavinia Stamps, OLO Markers, Elements and Versafine Clair inks. 

This fall color combination is one of my all time favorites and was inspired by Sandi MacIver way back when we both demonstrated stamps for the same company. Sandi is a fabulous designer so if you're not sure who she is, look her up. You'll be glad you did. Enjoy your long weekend! 

Cookie!

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends!

Here's a quick and easy video showing you how to make a simple wreath design that you can use for any occasion just by changing out your selection of stamps and sentiments. I haven't been well so I think you'll enjoy the music more than the sound of my voice this week. 

Thanks for watching and see you soon!

Warm Winter Wishes

Hi stampers!

Join me today to make a winter wreath using Card-io Stamps using a baby wipe blending technique. I just love Card-io Stamps. The variety of stamps in one set is such a great value... I'm not selling them, I'm just sharing what I love in case you have never seen this brand. 

Watch here:

Get Inky Card Challenge #2: Pumpkin Patch

Please join us on our Video Hop for the Get Inky Card Challenge for October - Pumpkin Patch. You can follow our hop by clicking on the links in my description box. We hope you love following along as much as we've been enjoying working on these challenges! As always thanks for watching and if you haven't done so yet, I would love it if you would subscribe to my channel. Love you all and see you soon! 

One More for September's Get Inky Card Challenge

Have you joined our Get Inky Card Challenge Group on Facebook? Each month our team will share a Video Tutorial that goes along with our theme for the month. You can be inspired by what our members are sharing in the group, or make your own creation following the theme for this month. September's challenge is this color palette:

You still have a few more days to play along with September's Challenge! 

You can join our group here

Have a great week ahead! 

Pipspell's Snowy Day

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends! 

No tutorial today from me, but you can check back next Tuesday...and Thursday will begin our next Get Inky Card Challenge! But for today I'll share a card I worked on this morning, following a tutorial by Jo Rice from Lavinia Stamp's Design Team. My car is a bit different from Jo's and I focused on the snowy backdrop followed her idea to color in the mouse using Mondeluz pencils. He's so cute! I'll definitely be using this technique again ❤️ 

Thanks for stopping by and I'll see you bright and early Tuesday morning! 

Learn How to Make a Lavinia Stamps Silhouette Fox Come to Life!

 Hi  Stampers and Crafty Friends! 

I'm back today to show you how to color in a silhouette stamp from Lavinia. Watch this video tutorial to see how to color your fox stamps from Lavinia!

You can watch here.

As always, thanks for watching! 

Harlan Ickle

 Good morning stampers! 

How about making a fun Halloween card this week? I used Lavinia Stamps for this design but it could easily be replicated with any Halloween stamps. If  you give it a go, remember to tag me in it on Facebook or Instagram. I'd love to see how you were inspired!

Harlan Ickle

Get Inky Card Challenge

Hi Stampers! 

Today I'm sharing a design made with Lavinia's Dreamscape paper and a Sweet Poppy Stencil. I noticed this morning that this particular paper met the colors for the challenge so I made a quick 5 minute card using some supplies that were still on my desk. If you haven't joined yet, please look for the Get Inky Card Challenge group on Facebook. All brands of stamps are welcome. 

Here's a link:

Get Inky Card Challenge

 

How's that for a quick card?

As always thanks for stopping by! ❤️

Halloween Ornaments

 Hi Stampers and Crafty Friends!

Follow along today in the throw back video from my time with Del Bello's Designs - don't we all miss Patty? As much as we wish she hadn't retired, I'm sure she's enjoying her retirement and this pool season in her back yard!

Anyhow I'll be updating these ornaments for upcoming fairs and markets, so follow My Magical Inkery Tour on Facebook and Instagram to see updated versions. In the meantime, here's how they're made: 

Halloween Ornaments

These ornaments are perfect for gift giving or adding to your own Halloween decor.

As always, thanks for watching and I'll see you soon!