Category: Washi Tape

Washi Tape

6/29/2018

This week for Demo, we talked about some of the fun things you can do with our favorite decorative tape.. WASHI TAPE!!!!

Washi Tape, or Paper Tape, is very popular.. especially in Japan! It is great for a variety of things.. you can use it in notebooks, planners, and journaling! Great for decorating binders and inside scrapbooks.. but we like to thing *outside* the box a little bit... so here are some more ideas!!

We demonstrated some ideas where you can lay down strips of Washi Tape and then do a die-cut from it...

By cutting out an oval, for example, you have a perfect spot to stamp a sentiment! We paired the geometric designs (from the Washi Tape) with some geometric gold ribbon on a black card stock to make the design really pop!

I love this idea where you can use Washi Tape to make a quick card! By using the same kind of leaf shape in the tape as well as in the paper pattern, you can make a really fun and cohesive card!!

If you use an Envelope Punch Board, you can make your own envelopes in ANY SIZE!!

Then, you can decorate the flap with a bit of Washi Tape.. what beautiful shades of Blue and Teal!!

Many of us have a Roll of Brown Bag Paper laying around.. (If you don't, we sell it!)

A quick, fun way to wrap a gift is to make these cute little banners... a great way to make them all lay flat is to use an elastic cord.

*Tie the cord together so it creates a large loop
*Tape the loop to the counter top (Scotch Tape is best for this part)
*Tape pieces of Washi Tape to the cord, then trim the tape so they all look good :-)
*Remove the Elastic Cord from the counter top and wrap it around your box!!

Did you know you can stamp and emboss onto Washi Tape??

*Just use the Embossing Powder Prep Pad first!*

Check out this idea... Tape some Washi-Tape to the front of a card, die-cut out your sentiment, and then use the same Washi-Tape to tape a piece of paper on the inside to give contrast...

You can tape your middle piece of paper in with the same Washi Tape! Look how cute this thank you card is!!

We LOVE Washi Tape around here!! Stop by any day of the week to see us to look at our selection!!!

See you soon!!

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Tuesday with Wendy, Nov 7

11/11/2017

This last grouping of Tuesday with Wendy cards had a theme.. Holiday!!

This first card was VERY POPULAR! The gals had a great time with this Christmas Card..

To make this card:

Wendy used 2 new stencils from Joggles, Flow and Fever.
Choose one of the stencils to use first
On a piece of white cardstock, use a Nuvo Dauber to apply the ink. Use Distress Oxide ink, Peeled Paint
Next, take the second stencil and the Versafine Olympic Green and, with a DIFFERENT Nuvo Dauber, apply the darker ink on top of the lighter ink. This creates that beautiful tone-on-tone color that is so stunning!
The card base is a nice red cardstock with lime green polka dot paper from Memory Box.
Wendy used the Sizzix die-cut Retro Merry Christmas and glued it on top using the Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive

The next card Wendy designed features this *adorable* new Washi Tape from Little B!

The Blue Jay Washi Tape is *just wonderful* for this card!!

To make the card:

Start out with a white cardstock base paper
Wendy used this Brushed Gold paper from Japan and taped a piece of it to the top half of the card.
Tape a strip of Blue Jay Washi Tape down onto a separate piece of white cardstock. Cut it out so that the paper and tape are the same width.
Mount it onto a piece of blue cardstock that is 1/2" wider than the tape so that you get a nice blue border on either side of the image.
Tape the blue piece down onto the base card, making sure to overlap the gold paper just slightly.
Finish the card by stamping the Avery Elle sentiment in Versafine Majestic Blue (The sentiment is part of the Avery Elle stamp set, Snowflakes).

The last card of the series was made using one of our newest *mini* stencils!

We have been getting in TONS of new stencils, especially within this last week!!

Making the card:

Wendy used one of the newer, heavy-weight cardstock papers as the card base, Chipboard Kraft. I love how this paper has a bit of a "speckle" to it which really adds some interest.
Stamp the snowflakes on the right side of the card using Hero Arts, Unicorn White ink pad. I highly recommend you use the Tim Holtz Platform to guarantee the stamps always stamp down in the same place!
Next, use the Joggles, ATC Tree stencil. Lay down the stencil on the Brown Box Kraft cardstock and use a Nuvo Dauber and Hero Arts Unicorn White ink to apply the image to the paper.
Wendy layered the tree image with a piece of navy blue cardstock before mounting it onto her card base.
To finish the card, stamp "Let it Snow" along the bottom of the card using the same Avery Elle stamp set, Snowflakes. (We used the Tim Holtz Platform for stamping this image out as well)

During class this week, some of the gals tweaked their cards *just slightly*.. and that is the JOY of taking these card making classes!

Wendy usually takes about 30 minutes to instruct how to make the cards and what techniques she used.. but after the instruction is over, students are FREE to make the cards however they like! Each student is given the pieces to make the cards.. but how you layer, how you color, and where you stamp is UP TO YOU!!

Check out these variations from one of the cards this week...

One student made a double "Merry" on hers to make "Merry, Merry Christmas"
Another student (Bekah!) cut up her "M" from "Merry" and took out an "r" to make "Very, Merry Christmas" How cute is that?!!?!

Join us for the NEXT card making class on November 21st.. it is only a $10 supplies fee and you receive a packet to make 3 cards.

Give us a call to learn more or sign up!!

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Tuesday with Wendy, Aug 29th

9/2/2017

GREAT cards this week for Tuesday with Wendy!!!

As always, Wendy designed 3 cards.. all a little different and showcasing different techniques!

The first card, pictured above on the left, was made using this *Brand New* stamp out from Penny Black

The technique:

Mask off your paper on the edge using 2 pieces of Washi Tape
Stamp the tree image (Peaceful Moment by Penny Black) using Black Versafine ink and Clear embossing powder
Punch out or cut out a piece of Washi Tape in the shape of a small circle (Wendy traced a Quarter and cut it out)
Place the Washi Tape circle in the area you would like your "moon" to be

Using 4 colors of Distress Ink, apply the inks to your craft mat and spritz with a bit of water (we used Dried Marigold, Worn Lipstick, Mermaid Lagoon and Seedless Preserves)
Using a paper towel, pick up some color and dab it and rub it onto the image... leaving the Washi Tape in place until you have applied as much color to the card as you'd like

Remove the Washi Tape and watch your moon appear!!
Mount the card onto black paper and a light blue base.. the image is just STUNNING!!

The next card in the series was made using this BEAUTIFUL stamp from Stampendous, Bird Tree

This card is SO EASY to put together and really has a soft appearance when using the correct inks and paper

On Opal Stardream paper, stamp your image in Versamark ink and emboss with Moonstone embossing powder
Heat Set the image using a Heat Gun
Using the Pale Gold and Bright Gold, apply Nuvo Drops onto the berries.. this gives the card a bit of dimension
Mount the card on Gold Leaf Stardream paper and tape it down onto your card base (we used Classic Crest Natural as the card base here)

The last card in the series would make a wonderful Christmas card..

Wendy used these 2 new stamps from Impression Obsession, Peace and Bethlehem

This card is another easy one to put together!

Stamp the Bethlehem image in Sepia Versafine ink and emboss with Clear Bark embossing powder
Mount the image onto a piece of handmade paper (the piece we used is very fibrous with some inclusions.. it works perfectly with this card!)
Tape the mounted image onto the card base (We used and Aged Astroparche paper)
Stamp the Peace in Sepia Versafine and emboss with Clear Bark embossing powder

WONDERFUL cards this week!!

Curious about making your own holiday or Christmas cards? We would LOVE to help!!

Stop by 7 days a week to see what's new and to get inspired!
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Tri-Fold Invitation Tutorial

6/23/2017

Just about a week ago, a gal came into the store to get some ideas on making handmade invitations for her wedding.

As I looked at her ideas, I realized that we could create something here at the store, using a few tools and papers, that had the same effect she was going for!!

Check it out!!

The first thing I did, I found a color palette I liked. This new Sherlock Holmes paper from Graphic 45 has a great color-combo that I just LOVED. I used the filigree paper from this line.. and the backside of it is even beautiful too!!

Next, I printed off the information. I just found a cute border online and typed up a cute invite on my Word document. I used the White Astroparche text paper which is not only the perfect color for a tone-on-tone look, but the light texture is very elegant.

Then, I did some stamping. I used one of these new Alphabet Stamp sets new from Concord & 9th. The CAPS set is *perfect* for making monograms!! I used the Olympic Green ink pad from Versafine to get the color.. which matched beautifully.

The font on my invite matched up nicely with the flourish of the stamp set... great combo!!

Once I made my monogram, I started working on the base of my invite. Since I want to do a Tri-fold style, I started out by cutting my paper.

I took 1 sheet of cardstock paper, cut down to 11" x 5 1/2"

Using a We R Envelope Punch Board, line up the narrow side of the paper against the notch of the board so it lines up with the 2 3/4" mark. Punch a notch in your paper. Then score it using the tool provided. The tool will glide smoothly down the diagonal groove on the board, creating the crease.

Flip the paper over so that you can create a second diagonal score line on the other side of the paper. Below is a sample of the steps:

Using a paper cutter, cut off the flaps so you are left with a sheet of paper 11" x 5 1/2" with a triangle on one side.

Next, using a Score Board, line up the flat edge of your card up to the left side and score at 4" and 8"

Just like that... a Tri-fold card!!

I used this inking tool by Tim Holtz to create this distressed edge.. it makes it look not-so-stark on the card and adds a bit of interest.

To make it more exciting, I layered my invitation on Jelly Bean Green paper made by Poptone, Natural color cardstock by Astroparche, and more of the filigree paper from Graphic 45.

I added a couple other ideas for the inside .. this is where you might put directions, lodging info, or your RSVP postcard.

I also added in a *touch* of glitter tape.. this Olive Green and wide Black glitter tapes are both made by Best Creations

To finish it off, I made the belly-band to display the monogram!!

I used the black glitter tape on piece of text weight paper.. this made it so I can wrap the tape as a belly-band without the backside being so sticky.

Then I scored the backside of the glitter-tape-paper-strip that I just made.

I scored it at 1/4" , 4 1/4" and at 8 3/8"

Then, I used The Ultimate Glue to glue the glitter paper into a belly-band

I glued my monogram right on top of the band.. right on top of the crease.. which is a clever way to hide that!!

The belly-band will fit nice and snug over the outside of your invite!!

The invite then slides beautifully into the matching Jelly Bean Green envelopes!!

From here, added embellishments are up to you!!

Address your envelopes using a nice Uni-ball pen like a white or a gold! You can add a wax seal to add extra elegance and with a vintage feel..

To tie your event together, use the same paper to make place cards, cute food-allergy cards, or other added decoration like a banner or table centerpieces!!

Come by to see us to get help designing your own invitations!! We have a book of ideas.. and whether you need a graduation card, a birthday invite, Wedding invitations, or Anniversary cards... we are HERE TO HELP and we are open 7 days a week!!!

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May 9th, Tuesday with Wendy

5/9/2017

Spring is in Full Bloom here at the store!!

This week for Tuesday with Wendy, the cards are all the same theme.. Butterflies!!
Check out these gorgeous cards...

The first card, pictured above on the left, was inspired from the *brand new* Butterfly washi tape from Little B. This tape was SO popular it flew right off the shelf!! But not before she made this beautiful card..

This card is made layering Handmade and patterned papers to create this layered effect. The inside is so sweet with this saying from Impression Obsession... It's Up to You

This next card was just TOO COOL. Upon first glance, it appears as if only part of the image has been cut out.. but as you look closer you can really see the technique!!

Wendy used 2 pieces of black paper on this card. She then cut the Butterfly 2 (by Impression Obsession) out of one sheet of black paper and then embossed that sheet with the Sizzix embossing folder, Tiny Dots.

Using a second Butterfly (She cut it out of a separate piece of paper) she over-layed that on the card, matching up the die-cut with the reverse cut-out image. She used the Metallic Watercolor set to paint in-between the butterfly wings.

She used the cut-out Butterfly (from the original piece of black paper) on the top of the card, only gluing the center down. This is what creates the 3D effect.

Isn't this card STUNNING?!

This last card used a bit of ribbon to create movement! Wendy used the Butterflies set from Bo Bunny. She stamped out the images (this is a multi-step stamping technique), fussy cut them out, and then popped them up on the bit of ribbon!!

I love the *pop* of color with the aqua-colored ribbon from May Arts!

Next card class is on Tuesday, May 30th! Cost is just $10 and you leave with 3 cards! *You never know what the cards will be until you arrive at class!*

Give us a call to sign up.. 360-647-9663

Halloween Card Ideas and More!!

10/8/2016

I just HAVE to share these cards with you... one of our regulars, Kathy, showed me some of her Halloween cards made out of one of our new Halloween lines, Wonderfully Wicked.

Kathy used one of the new techniques from card class last week and brought them in to share..

It's hard to see in these photos, but she used Crystal Laquer on the eyes to make them look even more brilliant!! *LOVE IT*

And I love her use of washi tape.. as a background and in place of ribbon in some areas.. Kathy these turned out really great!

And then, not a week later, Kathy came back! This time with ANOTHER idea coming from the Tuesday with Wendy class. You have to see how clever this is, just using some witch stickers she had laying around.. aren't these just the cutest?!

This past weekend we had the Accordion Chipboard Book class with me! ( Elli Anderson). One of our regulars, Cheryl Ford, came in and showed us her book that she'd finished at home. Scroll through the pictures below because her ideas are BRILLIANT.

The little coffin *even opens* !!! I was so excited to look through it.. lots of fun!

These were such inspiring ideas for Halloween!! Thanks ladies!

Halloween and Fall ideas!

8/12/2016

I have been *Loving* all the new Halloween and Fall items that have been coming into the store these last few weeks!!

Little B has the *BEST* 3D stickers for Halloween. The little pumpkins and witch's hats are really cute!

We have all sorts of washi tape too.. Bekah made this card, which I love so much! So perfect for Thanksgiving. What an easy way to make a card.. just layer decorative tapes with a *pop* of glitter tape to add more depth!!

These stamps, which came out just a few weeks ago, have been my favorite of the season so far! That owl stamp... it truly is such a striking image.. and great for fall AND winter depending on the colors you use!!

Memory Box has come out with some wonderful designs this year. They are quick to put together, making it easy to make invitations, a fall card, or even name cards for your Thanksgiving dinner!

The Batty Triptych is one of those designs where you can use both the cut-out and the reverse image to make cards!! Love this idea..

By far, the best fall card I've seen all week is this hen card!!! The Penny Hen stamp is from Pink Ink, I just love this stamp so much, and the chicken wire from Cottage Cutz really makes this card come together!! This stamp sentiment is from Verses Rubber Stamps.

There is even more on its way... swing by the store to see it all!!

Washi Tape Storage

7/1/2016

The newest in Washi Tape storage is here!!!!Little B has recently come out with some very cute and clever storage containers and we just LOVE them!!!

There are 2 different sizes. Each storage box has a clear sliding lid so you can set up your storage box upright on your desk!! (So you can see how beautiful your tapes are together!)

The smallest box holds the Little B solid tapes perfectly and the large box holds all the others!!

I just love to organize my tapes by color palette... and this makes it easy to spot the one you want without having the mess of digging through a drawer!

There are only a few in stock... and they may just fly off the shelf! If you have a collection of washi tape then this might just be the storage container you need. We have LOTS of washi tapes currently in, come by the store to see them all!!