Archive for the ‘Paper’ Category

Dry Embossing Made Easy

Monday, January 1st, 2007

If you have abandoned detailed dry embossing because it is too much work, or you are tired of having a waxy coat from treating your embossing paper with waxed paper, you may want to try Inspired Crafts’ Paper Glide treatment. This fine mist leaves no residue, even on vellum, and takes the “snap” out of dry embossing. We first tried it at CHA Winter 2006 and have used it regularly since then.

Paper Glide was developed by Inspired Crafts’ founders for avid embossers whose hands were suffering from all that embossing. Even if you’ve invested in a Wizard or other embossing press, Paper Glide conditions paper – without altering the color – for a smoother embossed image. A great product; visit Inspired Crafts web site or ask your local craft/specialty store about getting it.

Simplify your life!

Monday, February 6th, 2006

Simple greeting card designs are often the best and definitely the quickest. Even when rushed, it is still possible to whip out a neat, personalized greeting card celebrating milestones in the lives of friends and family. Check the Paper Crafts 101 Project Ideas page for quick inspiration.

Paper Crafts 101 basic card

Dry Embossing Made Easy

Wednesday, February 1st, 2006

If you have abandoned detailed dry embossing because it is too much work, or you are tired of having a waxy coat from treating your embossing paper with waxed paper, you may want to try Inspired Crafts’ Paper Glide mist. This fine mist will not discolor your paper but adds significant pliability, making dry embossing a smooth “glide”. Try it with your embossing/die cut system, too, to see what a difference it makes with the impressions. Inspired Crafts also as a new product called Cutter Glide, that really improves the smoothness of cutting with even the least expensive scissors. Ask at your local scrapbooking store or visit Inspired Crafts.

New – Acrylic Tags – Christmas – TAGITSXMAS

Sunday, October 23rd, 2005

New – Acrylic Tags – Christmas – TAGITSXMAS
A bit pricey, but what a unique touch for a gift package. They’d make nice embellishments for holiday cards, too.

How to Make a Stamp – Free Rubber Stamp Arts and Crafts Projects

Saturday, October 15th, 2005

How to Make a Stamp – Free Rubber Stamp Arts and Crafts Projects

Great instructions for making simple foam stamps using supplies that can easily be found around the house. But if you don’t keep craft foam on hand, try using a regular household sponge–the texture adds depth and visual interest.