NUVO Crystal Drops/ Jewel Drops from Tonic Studios

November 23, 2016

Tonic Studios Nuvo Crystal Drops/ Jewel Drops

I’m always tickled to try out new product, so when Tonic Studios sent me these new NUVO Crystal Drops/ Jewel Drops to try out, I was thrilled. These are liquid acrylics that, when applied, create an enamel-dot-like effect on your projects- at a very economical price. Each one of these bottles holds 1 fluid ounce, and comes in these bejeweled-cap bottle. There are four different formulations so far. Note: the bottles do not come with color swatches on top- […]

Napkin Ring Craft for Creativity Connection

November 15, 2016

thanksgiving napkin ring ideas

As some of you know, I make craft videos for other companies…and this month is one of my faves- harvest napkin rings made from dried beans. I’ll tell you why. I love it because I straight-up stole this craft from my grandma. Yup, Grandma Helen was quite a crafter. And once upon a time, she made a WHOLE WREATH from dried beans and seeds. She made these little circles from recycled cardboard and then painstakingly glued little beans onto […]

Patriotic Polymer Pins and Craftivism

November 12, 2016

Video tutorial shows you how to make patriotic american flag polymer heart pins with kindness at the center.

This post is a two-parter; one in which I share a tutorial and a second part in which I talk politics. Sort of. First, I have to be honest that I’m an American citizen who votes, and who believes in doing so. Secondly, I must disclose that I’ve had very conflicting feelings about the recent election. However, I am unequivocally proud to be an American and I feel strongly that kindness matters. So to that, I created this Patriotic Polymer […]

What is the Best Gold Stamp Pad?

November 9, 2016

I’m still on my kick of comparison posts- and today I’m tackling which gold stamp pad is the best! Today’s comparison of gold stamp pads consists of five brands on both light and dark papers. Which one shows up the best? I’ve got a video to show you! But first, let’s go over the pads I’m testing: ColorBox Gold (pigment) from Clearsnap Encore! Gold (pigment) from Tsukineko/ImagineCrafts Delicata Golden Glitz (pigment) from Tsukineko/ImagineCrafts Brilliance Galaxy Gold (pigment) from Tsukineko/ImagineCrafts StazOn Gold […]

What is the Best Gold Marker?

November 4, 2016

best gold marker comparison

There are so many gold markers out there- how do you choose the best one for light or dark surfaces? Which ones are waterproof? Well, I’ve done the work and now you can see them side-by-side and pick the best gold marker for your project! The gold markers I used for this comparison are: Krylon 18 Karat Gold (chisel felt nib) Faber Castell Pitt Pen Gold 250 (small bullnose felt nib) Zig Painty Metallic (pointed plastic tip) Wink of Luna […]

Best Black Stamp Pad for Marker Coloring?

November 1, 2016

Since coloring is still such a popular thing to do, many stampers are wondering which stamp pads are the best for coloring with markers. over a stamped image. Some stamp pads bleed or smear, others turn colors (yikes) and no one wants a craft-fail. So which stamp pad is best for coloring with markers, both water-based and alcohol-based? Now before we begin: – I used the following stamp pads that I had. PLEASE don’t leave comments that I “should have tried […]

Boo Bags for Halloween Trick or Treat

October 26, 2016

My kids have gotten a little older, but they are still very excited about Halloween. Since we didn’t bring a lot with us on our move to NYC, we need new treat bags for Halloween- which inspired these glowy Boo Bags! **This post is sponsored by Testors. I use the AirBrainz airbrushing kit because it’s FUN! You’ll need some basic supplies: canvas bag- recycled is OK Testors AirBrainz Airbrush kit- available a Michael’s stores or Amazon.com Airbrainz Owl Stencil Hot […]

How to Clean And Restore Acrylic Stamping Blocks

October 20, 2016

As a stamper, I use my clear acrylic blocks almost daily. And I try to wipe them down and keep them clear- but then something weird happens over time. They get cloudy! I wonder why that is? I’m sure there is some chemical explanation. But the cloudiness isn’t just on the surface- it’s actually INSIDE the acrylic block. I use these blocks as palettes and polymer clay- but lately I’ve been running out of blocks that I can use for […]

DIY Wink of Stella Glitter Marker Hack

October 18, 2016

I’ve tried and reviewed the Wink Of Stella and Wink of Luna Markers here on CTD, and truthfully, they are lovely. They add a lovely glittery shine as a topcoat and for the holidays they are perfect. Except. Except I left mine behind in our big move… all my Winks, left behind. (Cue the dramatic scream: :”NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!”) via GIPHY So what is a CraftTestDummy to do? Make her own, of course. I recently reviewed the Delicata metallic ink pads, and […]

Delicata Metallic Stamp Pads-New Colors

October 13, 2016

I have long been a fan of the Delicata Metallic stamp pads from Imagine Crafts- their silver and gold have been a staple in my craft room. Recently, they added four new colors to the line: black shimmer, white shimmer, dark brown shimmer and celestial copper to the line-up. Let's take a look at how they work on dark and light surfaces!

I have long been a fan of the Delicata metallic stamp pads from Imagine Crafts- their silver and gold have been a staple in my craft room. Recently, they added four new colors to the line: black shimmer, white shimmer, dark brown shimmer and celestial copper to the line-up. Let’s take a look at how they work on dark and light surfaces! Disclosure: these stamp pads were provided for review purposes, but my opinion is hones ad my own, based […]

Halloween Craft: Spider Pom Pom Book Mark for Faber Castell

October 6, 2016

These adorable halloween-themed bookmarks are made with craft sticks and pom poms. Perfect for food allergy sufferers and parties!

I’ve been at it again! Crafting for Faber-Castell’s kids’ blog Creativity Connection and their YouTube channel Just Add Imagination. I made a Halloween craft this month: a cute pom-pom spider book mark (and a bonus little monster, too!) I kind of love this craft for kids who maybe can’t have Halloween candy- you know, there are a LOT of kids with juvenile diabetes and food allergies/sensitivities who can’t partake of the regular food-based celebrations. Why not host a halloween craft party […]

Stamp Of Approval Card Kit from Catherine Pooler-My First One!

October 5, 2016

catherine pooler, candy cane lane, stamp kit, stamp of approval, christmas cards, deer, holly, merry

Every now and then, I need a mojo boost. And for me, that sometimes means a new product or kit or tools to spark my creativity. My friend Linda has been a big-time fan of the Catherine Pooler Stamp of Approval card kit, so I decided to give a kit a go! Just so you know, I paid for this kit with my own funds and I have no connection to the company. Just sharing my thoughts and all opinions […]

Tim Holtz Steps Down as Creative Director at Ranger Ink

October 4, 2016

In a sudden and somewhat shocking announcement today, Ranger Ink and Tim Holtz issued a press release announcing that Tim will not longer serve as the Creative Director for the company. From the release: We are excited to continue working with Tim on the Distress and Alcohol Ink lines as a manufacturer, distributer, and worldwide marketing partner. Our customers will see no changes to our products and we will continue to offer the same great service behind Tim’s product lines […]

Comparison: BEST WHITE STAMP PAD

October 1, 2016

comparison of white stamp pads

Here’s a common stamping dilemma- what is the BEST white stamp pad? Because sometimes you want a nice white stamped image on a dark background. So I tested 10 white stamp pads on black cardstock and I have the results here for you! Before we get to the video, I want to share my process. each stamp pad was new or nearly-new; I gathered my supplies from big-box stores and Amazon.com with the exception of the Stampin’ UP pad- normally […]

NYC Studio Update (Sept. 2016)

September 26, 2016

So I’ve been here in NYC for a whole EIGHT WEEKS now…time is flying…and my studio, while small, is finally organized. Do you have a small space? Or struggle with craft room organization? I know I did. Actually, it’s an ongoing process. So while this works for me now, that may change in six months when I’ve been here a while. (By the way, if you want to see how it first started out- and what I left behind- check out […]

Embossed Watercolor Card featuring Colorburst

September 22, 2016

Today I'm sharing a stunning "gem" of a card with watercolored embossed-resist stamping and some diamond-themed dies and sentiments.

I’m at it again! I’m obsessed with emboss-resist watercoloring right now. And I made this cute embossed watercolor card and I thought I’d share it with you! By the way, I shared this little tutorial first on Periscope. It’s so much fun to watch and interact live- you can ask questions and chat with everyone in real time. But if that’s not your thing, that’s OK- you can still watch archived ‘scopes on the website. So let’s get to it! […]

Testors Acrylic Craft Paint

September 19, 2016

testors acrylic craft paints; review and demo

For a crafter, paint is essential. And I’m always looking at new brands to try! Today we are going to take a look at Testors Acrylic Craft Paint. Testors Acrylic Craft paint has multiple finishes- matte, metallic, neon, and glitter. Here’s some information from the website: ABOUT ACRYLIC 2 OZ. CRAFT PAINT Testors Craft Acrylic Paints are high quality waterbase paints for general craft and decorative painting. They provide great coverage on a variety of surfaces such as wood, metal, […]

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