How to Make Moons Many Ways Part 2!

 Hello!

Welcome to Part 2!  This time I use the textured side of the Tim Holtz Distress watercolor paper for a different effect than in Part 1.  I also used the Sizzix Moonlight Thinlit dies for a 3rd way.  All are cool, it just depends on the mood you're trying to set.  Supplies are linked below (AFIL thank you for your support!) as well as the YouTube tutorial link.  I hope you enjoy it, like and subscribe;)

Here's the link to the tutorial:

Here are the supply links:

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!  I'll see you real soon!

Gale

How To Make Moons Many Ways!

 Hello!

Welcome back!  I was inspired by Tim Holtz's YT lives to play with fun ways to make regular and "spooky" moons!  

This is Part 1:  I split the tutorial because it was going to be pretty long, so the first one is this card.  The video tutorial link is below as well as the supplies I used for all of the tutorials.  (Affil--Thank you so much for your support!)

I was pretty happy with the result, but it took a few attempts:)

Here's the video link:

Here is my supply list:

I will be back with the second part very soon!   

Take care!

Gale

Caramel Apple Teacher Card-- Craft Roulette #184

 Hello All!!

Happy belated World Cardmaking Day!  I had to work, but enjoyed a large part of the Craft Roulette WCMD live with Mary Gunn Funn and sweet friend Amanda Stevens (Pear Blossom Press.)  You can enjoy all the "funn"on the replays!

I didn't make a video tutorial this time, but there are 100+ different ones on my YouTube Channel (@darbycreek) I hope you will check out (and if you enjoy...like, subscribe and share with a friend or two!)  I can't post regularly, so be sure to hit that notification bell! I have a short video on IG and my FB page (@darbycreekdiaries.)

I finally used a "Stamptember" set by Brutus Monroe for Simon Says Stamp from last year.  It sold out quickly, but you may find on Ebay, etc.  Beware:  the prices are usually outlandish!

The Craft Roulette parameters for Episode #184 are Card for a Teacher, Tartan colors, Fall or Spring scene and a Wrap.  I diecut a plaid background and glued to a top folding A2 base.  I fussycut the caramel apple after stamping in black and heat embossing in clear to make nice little wells for the candy dots.  

I used copics and colored simply.  The trick to avoiding coloring around the dots is to use a darker marker for the candy bits, then cover whole thing with a lighter marker!  I'm lazy and not a great colorist:)

To hit the Fall Scene parameter, I used a falling leaves embossing folder by Tim Holtz and lightly applied some red and yellow distress inks.  I coated the caramel apple with a ton of Glossy Accents and only stuck my finger in it once, however, I dropped the little bottle of the gloss right onto it as is usual.  Fortunately, Glossy Accents self levels in time!

Since several of the supplies aren't available and the rest are basic, I didn't do a list this time;)

Until next time,

Gale

How To Make An Easy Cut-Away Card!

 Hello!

Finally back to the craft room!  Since it's feeling Fall-like here, I thought I'd make a card using this cute new "Edison" die set by Tim Holtz and Sizzix.  Everything you need to know is in the tutorial linked below (as well as the supply list AFIL-Thank you!)  

Here is the tutorial link:

Here is the supply list:

Enjoy!!  I be back again real soon!

Take care,

Gale

To Pounce Or Not To Pounce? Let's Find Out!

Hello!  

Hope you are well and happily crafting!  Today we are going

to take a look at the differences and similarities of Picket Fence's Pouncing tools and blender brushes.  Let's face it, crafting can be a pain sometimes, so anything we can do to alleviate the pain is a win!

We're going to do some pouncing and blending on this cute mini-slimline birthday card.  Lot's of tips and tricks along the way.  The link to the video is below and I hope you will like, subscribe, share with friends and comment with your thoughts.  There are affiliate links at the bottom to the supplies I used.  I may receive a small commission on items purchased through these links at no additional cost to you! 

Here is the video link:

Supply list:

I hope you find this fun and helpful!!

Gale

How To Make A Super Simple Z-Fold Card!! (Craft Roulette Episode 172)

 Hello from Ohio!!

After watching several episodes of Craft Roulette on YouTube I decided to join in the "Funn!"  The hostess is Mary Gunn Funn and if you haven't heard of it, it's a weekly live craft challenge on Friday evening.  Here's my contribution for episode #172.

The supplies are linked below (AFIL- Thank you for your help!)

All of the details are in this tutorial:

Thank you for using these links when shopping as I may 

receive a small commission at no additional cost to you!  

Supplies:

Have a great week!  See you real soon!

Gale

Super Simple Sublimation For Stampers! No Fancy Equipment Necessary!

 Hello!

I've had several requests to do a quick review and introduction to sublimation, so here we are!

I am only showing the tip of the iceberg, using the least expensive supplies that aren't already in my craft room.  You can go nuts and even start a small business if you get going with a Cricut, heat press, tumbler press and all sorts of goodies.  I have those things linked below along with the supplies I use, just in case you are interested.  

The demo and info is all in the brief tutorial below:

Here are the supplies I used, but at the bottom of it are things that may interest those wishing to pursue sublimation further!  I appreciate it so much if you decide to purchase and use these links as I receive a small commission at no additional cost to you!

Enjoy the tutorial and I'll be back soon!

Gale

Inky Summer Vibes: Wading In On Inkon3's Altelier Inks & More!

 Hello!

Hope this finds you well and enjoying the beginning of Summer (here in the US anyway!)  I've been at conventions, working and frankly overwhelmed with chores here at home which makes me feel too guilty to go to the craft room.  Do you ever feel like that? 

So it's time to play in the water (color) with these unique inks I got to use at Simon Says Create! in April.  I'd heard of them, but once I saw them, I knew I would at least have to get the cubes.  

The supplies are linked below (AFIL-thank you for your support!  I don't even come near to breaking even, so every little bit helps!)

Here's the link to the tutorial:

Here are the supplies I used:

I'll be back very soon!!

Gale

All The Things From Simon Says Create 2023!! (Parts One & Two)

 Hello!

I've actually been able to get out to some bucket list conventions and classes and want to share with you!  (Figuratively and Literally!)  i can't believe they were both local!  I have another post on the way about Creativation '23, but right now let's talk Simon Says Create!

I've attended all three years, but this time I decided to splurge on the classes.  They were so much fun and inspiring!  The first video is about the general goings on and the second one is all about the Create 'n Takes, classes and lots of swag!  I am going to spare you my shopping haul for now, but will be using them in many future tutorials!  Most of the class and create 'n take products are linked below.  I really appreciate it when you use these links.  I may get a small commission on purchases made with them.  Thank you!!

There is a fun giveaway in Part Two you won't want to miss!  Entry details are in the video, but here's the prize (I'm so sorry, but US mailing addresses only for this one.)

Here is the link to Part One:

Here is the link to Part Two:

I hope you enjoy the videos and be sure to enter the drawing!  Please like, subscribe and share with a friend if you do enjoy them!

Supplies:

Take care and I'll be back shortly with new tutorials!

Gale

Freestyle Stampin' Bunny Treat Bags & Placecards! Multiplicity 10K hop!

Hello!  

Hope this finds you well!  This cute little tutorial is part of the Multiplicity 10K hop celebrating Maranda Mathis' YT channel!

I hope you check it out!  There are giveaways to be had.  All the details will be in my YT video description box.  I just got this Simon Says Stamp "Hippity Hoppity" set and knew it was perfect for the early "Easter" Family dinner I hosted a few days ago and thought I would take you along for the journey!

The supplies are linked below (Afil- thank you so much for your support!) 

Here is the tutorial link (it's also a hashtag driven hop, so to check out other channels just use #MC10KCELEBRATION

Here are the supplies I used:

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How To Make An Origami Crane and Spinner Card!

 Hello!

Nothing says Spring like the arrival of cherry blossoms  We aren't quite there yet, so I made some of my own! Below is a link to the complete tutorial!  

I know it looks a bit fussy and difficult, but I take it step by

step.  If I can do it, you can too!  You may want to play the folding part a few times, but you'll get the hang of it!

Here are most of the supplies I used: (these are affiliate links where I may earn a small commission if you use these links to purchase items.  I really appreciate the support so I can create more content for you!)

I'll be seeing you again with a new project very soon! Actually, March 22, 2023 in a special celebration hop for a friend Maranda Mathis  #MC19Kcelebration.  Hope you'll hop by!

Until next time,

Gale

A Basic Guide To All Things Foiling!

 Hello!  

Happy February!  This is the month for Valentines and nothing says Valentines like a glamorous foiled card.  There are many ways to foil (or make it look like you did!)  I break all down in this short 'n sweet tutorial!  

Most of the supplies are listed below.  (AFIL, thank you for your support!  I buy my supplies and also pay a monthly subscription to a linking business in order to bring you these links:) If you purchase through these links, I might get a small fee at no additional cost to you!)

Here is the tutorial:

Here are the supplies I showed:

Stretch Those Holiday Dies Year-Round!

Hello!

I hope this finds you well!  Once in a blue moon I like to share guest crafters that I think may be of interest to you.  Fellow Ohioan Teri Wilson is very talented with a wide range of styles and techniques.  She is taking a mistletoe die (supplies are linked below:) and turning it into a card that can be used for any time of year!

Here is her project:

The YouTube tutorial is here:

Please support her by subscribing to her channel and if you haven't already, I'd love to have you on my channel too!  Hit that bell so you don't miss any new posts and check out more than 100 previous tutorials with a wide array of techniques!

Here are the most of the supplies she used:  (Afil, thank you!)

I'll be back soon with a round up of all the different ways to use foiling in your projects!

Until next time,

Gale

Super Quick 'N Easy Versatile Hero Arts Matchboxes!

 Hello!

Hope all is well with you!  I saw this die last week (it's an add-on to the My Monthly Hero Kit, but you can order it alone.)  Supplies are linked below (afil-thank you for your support!)

These boxes are super versatile for their size.  They are approx 2.5" x 1 3/4."  I've got several suggestions on my quick tip video linked below.  Using the strong metallic kraft paper makes the box look "professional."  I hope you enjoy the tutorial and like, share and subscribe so you don't miss anything!

Here are the supplies I used:

I will be back soon!  Take care and get crafting!!

Gale