Wicked Cute Halloween

 Hello, 

Happy Halloween Junkies!!

This is the All About Halloween background stamp from TJ.  I love the different fonts and scary words that they incorporated into the design.  I can see myself reaching for this again and again.  I really wanted to highlight the words in this stamp.  I had some background left over from a pervious craft session.  I thought this one fit perfectly. 

You can see how I made this background here:

Materials:

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All About Halloween

Wicked Cat

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Skating in the Glow of Christmas Lights

Hello. Jeanette here with two more Christmas cards I made with stamps from the October release.

Technique Junkies Christmas Lights (Set of 4):

Technique Junkies Gnome Skaters:

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If you'd like to see other cards I've made using Technique Junkies stamps/products, you'll find them on my blog - HERE.

Poinsettia Wreath

 

I love Christmas Cards in non-traditional colors! The Sketched Poinsettia Wreath stamp used here was colored with Copic markers in soft pinks and bright greens, then cut out. It is popped over a dotted embossing folder with light silver swipes over the raised areas. The sentiment is from the Oh Christmas Tree set. Both may be found here:

Sketched Poinsettia Wreath: https://techniquejunkies.com/sketched-poinsettia-wreath/

Oh Christmas Tree, Set of 4: https://techniquejunkies.com/oh-christmas-tree-set-of-4/

Draped Holly Bells Christmas Card

 

Hello everyone.  Design Team Member Michael here.  Can you believe that October is almost over?  Where did this year go?  At least the fun holidays start next.  LOL  

Today I am sharing a Christmas card I made using the Draped Holly Bells stamp, which is part of the October 2023 New Release.

Being on the Design Team means I get the stamps before they are released so I can make samples.  I never got to use this stamp before the release and it was fun to get this idea out of my head.  

• I made an A2 card using white cardstock and I adhered one of the papers from the Christmas Market Collection from Carta Bella.  I thought the paper matched the stamp perfectly. 
• Next, I stamped Draped Holly Bells on a piece of white cardstock, colored in the image, and die-cut it using the largest oval die from the Petite Ovals Large set from Spellbinders (retired).
• Next, I die-cut a piece of red cardstock using the largest die in the Petite Scalloped Ovals Large set (retired).    
• I adhered the white oval to the red scalloped oval and then realized, I wanted this raised off the card front.  So I cut a piece of black fun foam using the largest oval die and adhered this to the back and then to the card front.   You can, of course, also use foam tape.  For me, fun foam is cheaper. 
• For my sentiment, I wanted a smaller very simple "Merry Christmas".  But I don't own one.  So I typed it up, printed it, die-cut it and adhered it to the card front. 
• Lastly, some stickles on the leaves and some small red crystals for the holly berries. 

Done!  I hope you love this idea.  I'd love to know...leave a comment below.  Don't forget, if you love this stamp or anything else on the website, you can use my code to save 10% on your order.  Use TJ10Michael at checkout.  

Until next time...

Hugs from Brasil.

~Michael

TJ Inkspirations: Zen Trees x 2

 

Outstanding Color Intensity! I have new sprays to share with you today, and a new tutorial on using them! I have added Aladine IZINK Sprays - in both Shiny and Dye (non-shiny). These gorgeous inks were made with Seth Apter - and the nozzles are "non-clog." Winner winner! I created one background and used it to make two cards using the Zen Trees and Stylized Peace Dove stamps. It was super easy, and these are just stunning in person! The tutorial is below. I did create a kit for you since the sprays are new to the store. The kit and/or supplies used in the video may be be found here: https://techniquejunkies.com/zen-trees-x-2-kit/ . Please note - our travel schedule and some (needed) time off means that we will not be shipping any orders until October 30th. The video is HERE ( or click on the image below): Here are more views of the cards...

Peace on Earth

 This beautiful Hanukkah Background stamp worked well for this layered card layout in classic blue and silver.  I forget what this technique is called, but you cut out three rectangular panels in three sizes, the largest being 4 x 5.25.  Using Washi tape, stack the panels, then stamp the background stamp over the stack.  Separate and add a contrasting matte for each of the two smaller panels, then glue all panels together.  Finished with a simple die cut sentiment.  Get this wonderful stamp here:  https://techniquejunkies.com/hanukkah-background/.  Use my code TJ10FAITH for 10% off your order.  Happy Hanukkah and Happy Shopping!

Good Wednesday Morning! Today I am sharing the Hanukkah Background stamp that was released this month. I paired one with Happy Hanukkah, set of 2 and the card below with Scripted Holidays, set of 6.

My first card was stamped on watercolor paper in versafine black onyx.  Next, I did a blue watercolor wash over it. Dried with that gun and used Gold stickler for the menorahs. The sentiment is from and center on dimensionals.

My second card was stamped in blue and a fancy die cut was used to cut it out. I ran the white ribbon through the ink pad to achieve a nice, monochromatic look.

Head on over to Technique Junkies for all things wonderful! Use my code TJ10Pam at checkout.

 

Are you ready?

Only two more months til Christmas

are you ready? 

Well check out the new Christmas stamps this month

First up is the new Gnome Skaters...

This is such a fun stamp to colour and so many possibilities 

bits of sparkle on their hats and beards / stamped the saying on some ribbon to layer on

next using the Zen Trees backgound stamp

embossed onto silver cardstock with white embossing powder

Layer on the Merry & Bright from an older set

So this one is so quick but looks great ...

Finally today is Rudolf and Friends 

ater colour the background then embossed the stamp in silver

on top of it

A few silver threads down the side - and tada

Be sure to check out all the new stamps this month - and when shopping be sure to use my discount code TJ10Darlene for 10% off

 

Hanukkah Background

 The Symmetry of this Hanukkah background stamp makes an elegant holiday card when combined with the Happy Hanukah stamp (set of 2). Both stamps are from Technique Junkies and may be found here:

https://techniquejunkies.com/hanukkah-background/

Peace on Earth

 This stamp set -- the Peace Dove and the Peace on Earth sentiment - is needed now more than ever. Both are from the Stylized Peace Dove Set of 2 from Technique Junkies and may be found here:

https://techniquejunkies.com/stylized-peace-dove-set-of-2/

Merry Be Your Christmas

Hey Crafty Friends - 

I am still on a high after being apart of the Technique Junkies booth at the York, Pa stamp show last weekend! I can't say enough about how great Pat and the TJ products are! With that said let me show you how to make this card using the Merry Be Your Christmas and Zen Trees Background stamp sets. 

• I created a distress oxide background using 3 shades of green. 
• Next step I heat embossed the Zen Trees Background stamp using gold embossing powder. 
• I stamped the Merry Be Your Christmas stamp set using CTMH Topiary ink. I fussy cut around the sentiment and popped it up using 3D foam tape in the center of the card. 
• Add a few gold glitter gems and bitty sparkles to increase eye catching elements. 
• I cut out the distressed mat and black card stock using a deckled edge die. 

I love how the embellishments help with establishing an additional focus outside of the stamped sentiment. 

This second card was created by doing the following:

• I stamped the Zen Trees Background in black ink on white card stock. . 
• The Merry Be Your Christmas was stamped on white card stock using CTMH Topiary ink. I fit the sentiment mat within the background stamped mat. 
• I used 3D foam tape to add the sentiment to the Zen Tree Background mat. 
• To add flair I added gold metallic thread, red and green dots to the top of a few Christmas Trees. 
• I used a scalloped die to add a few layers.

I hope you are inspired. Leave some love and use my code TJ10Shalana at checkout for a little discount.  Thank you for stopping by and Happy Crafting!

TJ Inkspiration: Gnome Skaters Gatefold Card

 

Gnome for the Holidays! II love these fun little gnomes! Today I show you another way to use them with our Gatefold Card. It is easy to make and so cute! No kit this week, but you will find all of the stamps used in the tutorial HERE. This weekend, October 21st and 22nd, we will be in Hampton VA. If you are in the area, stop by to say hello! This is our last tradeshow of 2023. . Please note - our travel schedule and some (needed) time off means that we will not be shipping any orders until October 30th. The video is HERE ( or click on the image below): Here are more views of the card...

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Deb here again with another October Release . This fun stamp  - Rudolph and Friends  - is a great image for some holiday cards !!  I found myself humming the "Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer" song while creating my card.

• On a piece of cream cardstock, I stamped Rudolph and Friends . I used my MISTI  to ensure a crisp image.
• I used the Toffee Crunch  and Espresso Truffle Memento Dew Drop inkpads to stamp the image. The size of the Dew Drop inks is perfect for inking different areas of a stamp in different colors. 
• I matted the stamped panel on a piece of red cardstock.
• On a green card base, I adhered a scrap piece of wood-patterned paper. 
• The matted panel was popped up on the card base with foam tabs .
• I placed rhinestones of several different colors on the stamped stars for a pop of color .

This card reminds me of all the fun holiday specials I watched on television with my parents and brother when I was a child.  If you'd like to add this stamp to your holiday collection, you can use my code - TJ10Deb - for 10%  off over at Technique Junkies .

Thank you for taking the time to check our our Design Team Blog !!

Joyful Be Your Family

Hello TJ Fans.

Nothing says "Joyful" more than 3 little gnome-elves all dressed in their holiday duds trying to put up the Christmas lights.  

The way this gnome stamp was designed really guided me in the creation of this card. Doesn't it look like the one on top is reaching up for something?  Maybe it's lights, an ornament, a gift?

To create this card:

Using a stamping platform I stamped the lights in black (from the Christmas lights set of 4) on a white piece of card stock.  Next, on the same piece, I stamped the Merry Be Your Christmas stamp in green. I then masked part of that sentiment stamp before stamping the gnomes. 

If you look closely at the top gnome - he looks double-stamped.  He's not. What I did was stamp an extra one then fussy cut him out and put a clear spring under him.  I'll post a short video on Facebook next to this card. 

I added this to a piece of red glitter card stock then adhered that to a navy blue A2 card. Finished.

I hope you found some holiday inspiration with this happy holiday card.  

October release is automatically 15% off through October 8th. Everything else if 10% off with TJ10AJ.

Thanks for stopping by!   AJ 

  

 

 

 

Zen Trees

 Hello (Chris here!)

TJ just came out with another great background stamp called Zen Trees.  I live the Zentangle look.  I wanted the focus to be on the background, so I revisited a favorite card layout.   You can see it here. I made a video using some other TJ stamps.  It is a great fun fold because it is easy to make and also easy for the recipient to figure out.   I hope you will give it a try. 

I made a card while ago using this layout.  You can see it here.  

Materials:

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Zen Trees

Christmas lights and Sentiment

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