Using Masking and Shadows to Create Dimension on One-Layer Cards

Hi, it's Emily here and I'm back with a video to show you how I use the masking technique and shadow stamps to create the illusion of dimension on a one-layer card. I hope you'll give it a try and share what you create.

Thanks so much for watching!

Virtual Smooches: Adding Hand Stitching with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here, and today I would like to show you how to add hand stitching to your creations. This is ANOTHER project that is PERFECT for literally any Paper Smooches stamp set:)

**I apologize in advance since this video is 13 minutes! I share 13 tips throughout the video-- so I guess I needed a minute for each:)

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished cards:

Paper Smooches stamps: Qwick Qwips, Simply Said, Woofers & Tweeters, and A Little Lovin'

Paper Smooches stamps: Qwick Qwips, Zoo Crew, Word Salad, Space Cadet, and Market Fresh

I hope you will try hand stitching on your next creations---  please leave a comment below with a link to your project! I'd love to check it out:)

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Creating Tea Bag Tags with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here, and today I would like to show you how I decorate some tea bags, as well as a couple of tips. This project is PERFECT for literally any Paper Smooches stamp set or die:)

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished tags:

Create a custom tea bag using divine twine to match your party theme or colors.

Create a custom tea bag envelope to give tea bags (or specialty tea) as a gift.

Prepare your tags in advance-- this ensures that you will have fresh tea and super cute tea bag decorations:)

 Paper Smooches stamps: Hot Concoctions, Healthy Vibes, First Aid Kit, and FOLKal Points; as well as the Baby Shower Paper Smooches die

I hope you will decorate your tea bags and drinks for an upcoming party or gathering using some of my ideas and tips. Please leave a comment below with a link to your creation or project! I'd love to check it out:)

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:)

ANNNNNNNNNND speaking of leaving comments {well, this is kind of a comment}-- I received a text from a friend the other day. She sent me the following pictures of one of her sons watching my videos. She says that he LOVES to watch me on Thursdays! I love that we have a young crafter following the Virtual Smooches video blog!!!

I can't wait to see what he creates after watching my videos:)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Stamping Sentiments and Stretching Your Stamps with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here, and my video today is about SENTIMENTS! I wanted to share with you the different ways I create sentiments for my cards. I use LOTS of Paper Smooches stamps, as well as several different techniques:}

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished sample card: 

Paper Smooches dies: Hot Concoctions, Cyber Cafe, Good Gab, FOLKal Points, and Streamers; as well as the Streamers Paper Smooches die

Other ways to create custom sentiments or stretch your stamps: 

• You can stamp your sentiment and cut it up to create a fun title for your card.
• Look at your stamps and see if you can use them for other occasions or holidays.
• You can double ink your sentiment—masking and stamping part of your sentiment with 2 different inks (to highlight words or parts of words)
• You can mask one sentiment that is horizontal and create a vertical sentiment.
• Create sentiments using several stamps sets.
• And you can always create your own sentiment using Alphadots and Graffiti stamp sets or the PS Alphawhimsy dies.

I hope that you will take a second look at your Paper Smooches stamps and sentiments. Try to find different words that you can create! Please leave a comment below with a link to your creation or project! I'd love to check it out:)

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}

Creating Wax Seals with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here today! I've shared a way to use some Paper Smooches dies to create some custom wax seals. Plus I share some tips at the end of the video-- I've been working on this project for several weeks!! I made lots of mistakes and wanted to share what I learned:)

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished envelopes: 

Here's a close-up-- I know you can't see the detail in the video! SO SORRY! 

Create a custom wax seal using different PS dies!

Paper Smooches dies: Alphawhimsy, Butterflies2, Baby Shower, and Wedding Shower

Use a glue gun to create a wax seal with sealing glue or crayons.

Combine different colors of wax for a custom color or dress up your envelopes with Whisker Graphics divine twine.

I hope you will try creating some custom wax seals for your next party or invites... or even just for fun! Please leave a comment below with a link to your creation or project! I'd love to check it out:)

**And don't forget if you leave a comment, please add your blog address and email so I can visit you too:)

THANKS so much for stopping by! Be blessed:}