Paper trimmers are an essential tool for any cardmaker, memory keeper or mixed-media artist. And a sturdy, reliable trimmer that handles both delicate papers and thick substraits with precision is at the top of my wish-list, at least. Enter the ProCision Rotary Bypass Paper Trimmer by Fiskars: a semi-pro tool that can handle a variety of paper-cutting tasks with ease. From the website: Our ProCision™ Rotary Bypass Trimmer features a unique dual-rail system that stabilizes the rotary blade, eliminating […]
Archives for January 2013
Craft Tool Review: Envelope Punch Board from We R Memory Keepers
Sometimes a new crafting tool hits the market and it dazzles us with it’s smart design. The new Envelope Punch Board from We R Memory Keepers is one such tool. Even before it’s official debut at CHA Winter 2013, it was generating quite a buzz! While at the trade show, I taped this quick demo. within 24 hours, it had been viewed over 1500 times! So yeah, you could say that folks were a wee bit interested! It also demonstrates […]
Craft Product Review: Clover USA Extra Small Kanzashi Flower Maker
I’m kind of crazy about the new Extra Small Kanzashi Flower Maker Templates from Clover USA. I mean, I loved the large and small templates but I’m a sucker for anything miniature or extra small. I noticed that Haley is also a fan of them and mentioned them in her CHA Winter 2013: Haley’s Clover USA Sewing and Notions Picks. When I first started seeing the Kanzashi flowers it never occurred to me how easy they were to make.They […]
Craft Product Review: Xyron Glue Stick for Corners
Glue sticks are glue sticks are glue sticks, right? Not if we’re talking about the Xyron Glue Stick for Corners. A better design makes this glue stick the bee’s knees! Here’s how it’s described on the website: This unique, patent pending Glue Stick is designed specifically for corners and to work great anywhere you use your glue stick today! The “wedge” design fits comfortably in the hand and won’t roll of your work surface. The Xyron® Glue Stick contains […]
My First Appearance on HSN!
Hello, folks! This post is a bit late in coming, but I have to tell you I was just plumb tuckered out as the old folks say. I have sufficiently recovered from my whirlwind trip to HSN for my first stint as the on-air spokesperson for Estate Collection/ 3 Birds. I was scheduled to present four products: Glittered Gumdrops Goodie Box Embellishments Junque Drawer Embellishement Kit Cling-Eeze Rub Ons Honey of A Card Kit I packed by bags and samples […]
Jenny Barnett Rohrs To Showcase Estate Collection by 3 Birds Designs on HSN
Today I get to share some REALLY big news. Well, it’s kind of a big deal to me. (Remember I alluded to that yesterday, when I wrote my post about my One Little Word for 2013.) But now I can share it with you too! I’m going to be the new on-air guest presenter for (3 Birds) Estate Collection on HSN! For those of you who might not know this brand, it’s HSN’s “house brand”- the one that they […]
One Little Word for 2013- “EMBRACE”
I’ve got my word for the year. What word? My One Little Word. **Right now I can hear some of you asking, what the heck is that???** One Little Word, or OLW, was started by professional scrapbook designer Ali Edwards in 2006. From her website: I began a tradition of choosing one word for myself each January—a word that I can focus on, meditate on, and reflect upon as I go about my daily life. My words have included play, […]
Introduction to Embossing Paste and Gels for Stencilling
Ever wonder just what Dreamweaver embossing paste is for? Ever hope that there were different products to use with the same result? Ever want to see a demo in real time and get some good tips? Well, this is the post for you! I have created this 10-minute mini masterclass to get you started! Since this is the kind of content that really benefits from a video explanation, watch the one below. Any questions? Leave them below! And to […]
Valentine’s Day Card Inspiration
I love to make cards! So easy, so fun, and so many opportunities to play with different themes, techniques and embellishments. I hauled out my Valentine’s/Love themed papercrafting box and started to play. I keep my themed/holiday paper, tools, stamps, and embellishments in the same box so that I can easily find them when I need them. And put them away, too. That’s all part of my 2013 crafty resolutions. I get the Operation Write Home emails, and recently […]