This is a wonderful group of tips shared by Ella's friends during the Easter Blog Hop Event 3/20/09 - 3/22/09.
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Here's a quick tip...to sharpen scissors....cut through aluminium foil or fine grade sandpaper...works a treat
ReplyDeleteHugs Kath xxxxx
If you are stamping out one image to make a card with, stamp several of the same image out and keep for future cards - saves time in the future, smiles W
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to store small embellies in recycled film canisters or prescription bottles. You can always alter the containers too :)
ReplyDeletemy tip is have fun with flowers. Stamp them, cut them, bend them, dye them. Give those flowers new life!
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to turn photos black and white so they match just about any paper :o)
ReplyDeleteWhen you want to decorate your envelope flaps with designer paper, put adhesive on the envelope and attach to the paper and then cut around the flap.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is that portable containers for jewelery makers are great for storing scrap embellishments too.
ReplyDeleteI haven't instituted this tip yet but I'd like to. I want to get a holder that has at least 26ish little compartments to hold my die cut letters or chipboard letters in each compartment divided by letters.
ReplyDeleteNESTABILITIE STORAGE:I buy magnetic vent covers (the size of the vents that would be in the floor) for $2.96 for a package of 2 at Wal Mart and put 2 set of nestablities on them. they stick together like a book and it is the best thing yet i have found
ReplyDeleteTina
I hate having to use ribbon that is all bent from being wrapped. So, I hange my ribbon on a ring, and hang the ring on my board. Then, it's decorative, and my ribbon is handy and straight.
ReplyDeleteI find that the foam pad in my cats eye chalk ink sometimes separate from the plastic it is adhered to, mostly I just replace it, but in a pinch I will hold onto the pad with a clothespin. That way I can still use it and my fingers don't get inky.
ReplyDeleteWhen I just can't wait to go out and buy ez mount for my newest stamp, I use a few glue dots to stick the rubber to the block! Presto and stamp happy!
ReplyDeleteUse your corner round punch to make a scalloped edge. (Take the guard off of your punch)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great giveaway and have a fabulous weekend. >:0)
Tonya
My tip is using a nail file is a great way to destress edges.
ReplyDeleteRough up your new clear acrylic stamps with a pink eraser before using them the first time. The ink won't pool on the stamp and you'll have an image that is more crisp.
ReplyDeletemy tip is when you use your xyron machine, before you cut or pull your graphics off sit on it for a bit it adheres better.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to colour the edges of chipboard shapes with a coordinating marker to make them your own. You can also dye the chipboard using a stamp pad, great way to dress up that generic kraft colour.
ReplyDeleteHmmm...tip,tip...I got this idea from a friend...I store my punches on a curtain rod that hangs on the wall. The handle of the punch rests on the rod and the top rests against the wall.
ReplyDeleteI added a long folding table down the side of my L-shaped desk, making my craft area a U-shape now....I have all my gadgets & machines surrounding me & not jumping up & down every time I need something! Time is the MOST important thing we crafters need, so I always look for ways to have more! hehe Terri
ReplyDeleteI always have problems getting things lined up straight on my cards sometimes. I was racking my brain and here is what I came up with. I usually use it for letter stickers or diecuts. I line all the letters up on a piece of purple painter's tape and transfer them to the card. The tape comes write off after everything has been stuck down. If I am using die cuts, I apply the adhesive with a glue pen!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Christine
To sharpen punches punch out the shape in aluminium foil.
ReplyDeleteAlways have chocolate on hand!! A mocha is a extra bonus and keeps those creative juices flowing.
ReplyDeleteLOL
Lynn Stevens
minpinsloveme@msn.com
my tip is to make sure you have tons of adhesive before you go to crops.
ReplyDeleteHave a little note pad with you and write down what papers, embellishments you are using as you go along because I can never remember it all afterwards!
ReplyDeleteMy fave tip is to use talcum powder instead of buying anti static pads, just pour some into a cotton hanky or bit of old shirt and tie top with elastic band. works perfectly and smells nicer :-)
ReplyDeleteLorraine
A simple tip is to always wash my hands before I start crafting with paper. If there's the slightest bit of dirt on my fingers, it will always show up on the prettiest item I make! :(
ReplyDeleteCathy
My tip is to tape a plastic shopping bag to the end of my cutting table for easily sweeping away tiny scraps. When the bag is full, simply untape and grab another for more fun!
ReplyDeleteMy tip is that I use an SU marker to flatten out brads...I don't like it when they're "buckled" up...and sometimes it's just too hard on the fingers, but the marker works perfectly :)
ReplyDeletemy tip is to learn a lot of new background techniques is to join technique Junkies, and internet groups..
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Debbie
ebat@cox.net
I usually spend quite some time moving elements around on my card before I actually stick them on. When I plan to use stickers, I stick them individually on a piece of see-through plastic, so that I can find the best place for them on the card. Once I'm happy with my composition, or if I have to interrupt my work, I take a picture with a digital camera, which helps me remember where every item is supposed to go (since I have to take everything off the card to stick backgrounds on, do matting etc.)
ReplyDeleteMy tip is for stamping sentiments - use up some scraps of card and stamp the same sentiment a few times while you have it out. You can use different coloured inks and card/paper. When done, put them into a plastic zip lock bag for when you need a sentiment in a hurry.
ReplyDeleteWhenever I stamp an image, I stamp several at the same time. That gives me images I can just pull out to color, or makes a great on-the-spot gift for a fellow stamper.
ReplyDeleteThe best place I have found to buy ribbon is at the thrift stores they are cheap and lots of diffrent ones in a bag.
ReplyDeleteI store my EZ mounted stamps in CD boxes and stamp an example in the front.
ReplyDeleteCover a piece of cardboard with waxed paper for a work surface. You can glue, stamp and paint and throw it away when it gets messy.
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