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

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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:}

Extending Your Dies 2 Ways {and a tip} with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here today! I've created a video sharing how to extend your dies 2 different ways (esp. the Paper Smooches Notebook Basics die). I've also shared a quick tip on how to use some scraps from your dies on one of your creations!!!

Here's the video:

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

Extend your die by using an embossing pad

Paper Smooches stamps: Clipboards and Birthday Sampler; Paper Smooches dies: Notebook Basics and Clipboards

Paper Smooches stamps: Hope; Paper Smooches dies: Notebook Basics and Butterflies2

Extend your die image by cutting it up-- and use some of the scraps for dots 

Paper Smooches stamps: Metropolis and Birthday Sampler; Paper Smooches dies: Notebook Basics

I hope you will try extending some of your PS dies using these two techniques!! I also hope you will use some of your scraps for embellishments on your creations:) 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 Mini Coloring Books with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here today!

Before I share my creation-- I wanted to say THANK YOU x1000000 for all of your wonderful comments and for taking the time to watch my first two videos! Please leave an email or blog address in your comment so I can visit you and answer any questions you might have!!

NOTE:: I apologize in advance for the lighting in this week's video. It was raining outside, and I kind of had to redo my video once it got dark:( I promise to work in it for next week:)

I've created a video sharing how to create a mini coloring book using literally ANY Paper Smooches stamp set.  LOVE LOVE LOVE when projects work with every PS stamp set!!!

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished mini coloring books with ideas for coloring pages: 

Paper Smooches stamps:  Cuteasaurus, Flap Happy, and Nine Lives

Create matching games and double sided coloring pages.

Create postcards or scenic coloring pages.

I hope you will create some mini coloring books and coloring pages using your Paper Smooches stamp sets!  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!

Creating Poppers with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

Savannah O'Gwynn here today! I've created a video sharing how to decorate a cupcake or gift box using patterned paper and literally ANY Paper Smooches stamp set or die. These decorations are called "poppers".

Here's the video:

Here's a couple of pictures of the finished poppers in cupcakes, as well as on a gift box: 

Paper Smooches stamps: Birthday Buddies, Streamers

Paper Smooches Dies: Streamers

Paper Smooches stamps: Cuteasaurus

Paper Smooches stamps: Swanky Snowdudes, Christmas Sampler, Streamers

Paper Smooches Dies: Streamers

Paper Smooches stamps: Circle Of Honor

Paper Smooches stamps: Flap Happy

Paper Smooches Dies: Butterfly2

Paper Smooches stamps: A Magical Spring, Eco Friendly

I hope you will create some poppers for your next big birthday party, get together, or add them to a gift!  Please leave a comment below with a link to your creation or project! I'd love to check it out:)

THANKS so much for stopping by!

Start-to-Finish Dino Birthday Tag

Happy Wednesday! It's Emily and I'm back with a video in which I've created a birthday tag from start to finish using the Dinos 1 Die and Notebook Basic Die combined with the Cuteasaurus and Birthday Sampler stamp sets.



Please visit my blog for a complete list of supplies and more. Thanks so much for watching!

Creating Brackets and a Tip with Savannah O'Gwynn

Hello, friends:}

**Sorry for the delay in posting-- YouTube was giving me some problems. But all is good now:) 

Savannah O'Gwynn here today! I've created a video sharing how to create bracket die cuts using the Paper Smooches Duo Die 2. I also share a quick fussy cutting tip near the end of the video:)

Here's the video:

I've used this technique before on THIS card. Here's a picture of my finished creation from the video:

I hope you will look at your dies in a different way! Please leave a comment below with a link to your creation or project using this technique or fussy cutting tip! I'd love to check out your creation:)

THANKS so much for stopping by!

Stamping Multi-Colored Sentiments

It's Emily here with a Virtual Wednesday video! Today, I'm sharing a video tutorial that shows my tricks for stamping multi-colored sentiments. I hope you are inspired to give it a try!



Stop by my blog for stills and a complete list of supplies.  Thanks for watching!

Another 10 minute craft dash video...

Thank you Emily for sharing your video with us!

10 Minute Craft Dash

Welcome friends!  Thanks for your patience as we add more videos to our blog.

I participated in the 10 Minute Craft Dash...and here is my video...enjoy ::)

and here is my finished card:

xx Kim