Hello, friends! Today, I'm diving into some robotic fun with the Better Together stamp set from Creative Expressions! These quirky little robots, designed by Andy Skinner, have the most delightful expressions—I just couldn't resist bringing them to life on a card. The Unexpected Background Have you ever had a craft experiment go totally wrong… only... Continue Reading →
Hello crafty friends! Today I’m diving into some Gel Press printing fun as spring starts to bloom! There’s something so magical about layering colors on the Gel Press plate, and this print reminded me of sunlight filtering through a forest—a perfect match for the Tracy Evans Fronds Stencil. I started with a vibrant gel print... Continue Reading →
Hello friends! Today I’m sharing a fun and whimsical mixed media tag—created entirely from scraps! I love finding new ways to repurpose leftover bits from past projects, and this tag was the perfect opportunity to do just that. I started by layering various scraps together and adhering them to a Gel Press print that had... Continue Reading →
Hello crafty friends! While it may be chilly (by Texas standards), I’m already dreaming of spring! To brighten up my journal, I created a quick and playful gel press print page, bringing in fresh colors and fun textures. Layering Up the Colors I started by laying down a vibrant layer of Cerulean on my gel... Continue Reading →
Hello crafty friends! Today, I’m sharing a mixed media card that’s all about layering, texture, and vibrant color—without a single stamp in sight! For this project, I played with my gel press and the amazing PaperArtsy Mattints in The Pink and Squeezed. If you haven’t tried Mattints on a gel plate yet, you’re missing out!... Continue Reading →
Hello, crafty friends! Today I’m diving into some mixed media fun with PaperArtsy Mattints and my Gel Press plate. These Mattints in The Pink and Jam create the most gorgeous, subtle hues—perfect for building soft yet dynamic backgrounds. After pulling my print, I added a bold touch using the AALL & Create Hearts stamp with... Continue Reading →
Hello, friends! Today I’m so excited to share a project that puts those beloved scraps to good use! If you’re like me, letting go of leftover gel press prints is practically impossible—there’s always potential waiting in those colorful bits and pieces. Today, I’m showing you how I turned my stash of gel press leftovers into... Continue Reading →
Hello friends! Today I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial for a vintage-inspired mixed media card using some amazing AALL & Create supplies. If you’re a fan of creating layered, nostalgic designs, this project is for you. Let’s dive in! Steps to Create the Card: Background Preparation - I started with a gel press print featuring a... Continue Reading →
Hello, crafty friends! Today I’m excited to share two gel press print cards that bring a beautiful mix of texture, color, and heart—literally! These cards combine old book pages, stunning stencils, and vibrant paints to create a truly unique look. I started by applying PaperArtsy Pixie Dust Fresco Paint to my gel press and pulling... Continue Reading →
Hello, crafty friends! Today I have a fun Valentine’s Day card featuring the adorable robots from the Creative Expressions Better Together set. With its charming designs, this set has become my favorite for crafting cards that bring a smile. For this card, I started by stamping the robot image using Versafine Clair Morning Mist ink... Continue Reading →
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