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Unveiling Effortless Holiday Card Backgrounds with Die-Cut Sentiments

Aug 17, 2023

Unveiling Effortless Holiday Card Backgrounds with Die-Cut Sentiments

Hey there, fellow card makers! Ready to dive into a card-making adventure that's both easy and totally wow-worthy? If you're anything...

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Coloring Delight: Colored Pencil Techniques for a Heartwarming Holiday Card

Rick Adkins

Aug 17, 2023

Coloring Delight: Colored Pencil Techniques for a Heartwarming Holiday Card

Hey there, fellow crafters! Ready to dive into some card-making magic? Today, we're going to talk about a project that's close to my...

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From Flat to Fabulous: Transforming Designs with Double Embossing and Stencils

Rick Adkins

Aug 11, 2023

From Flat to Fabulous: Transforming Designs with Double Embossing and Stencils

Hey there, creative card makers! Are you ready to take your crafting game up a notch? Well, buckle up, because we're diving into the...

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Upgrade Your Crafting Game: Stencils + Foil + Laminator

Rick Adkins

Aug 10, 2023

Upgrade Your Crafting Game: Stencils + Foil + Laminator

Hey there, fellow crafters! If you're anything like me, you know the irresistible charm of adding foil to your card designs. It brings...

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Whimsical Winter Evenings: Penguining Stamp Set from The Rabbit Hole Designs

Rick Adkins

Aug 9, 2023

Whimsical Winter Evenings: Penguining Stamp Set from The Rabbit Hole Designs

Hey there, fellow card makers! I'm so excited to dive into this creative journey with you today. If you're looking to whip up a fun and...

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Peony Power: Create Mesmerizing Designs on Dark Cardstock!

Rick Adkins

Aug 8, 2023

Peony Power: Create Mesmerizing Designs on Dark Cardstock!

Hey there, fellow card makers! Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of crafting with dark colored cardstock and vibrant inks?...

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Creating a Rainbow Gift Packages Wreath Card: A Fun and Colorful Design!

Rick Adkins

Aug 2, 2023

Creating a Rainbow Gift Packages Wreath Card: A Fun and Colorful Design!

Hey there, card makers! Are you ready to dive into a delightful card-making project that's perfect for celebrating Baby's First...

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Creating Clean & Simple Cards with Sketched Iris Stamp Set & Coordinating Stencils: Waffle Flower

Rick Adkins

Jul 27, 2023

Creating Clean & Simple Cards with Sketched Iris Stamp Set & Coordinating Stencils: Waffle Flower

Hey there, fellow card makers! It's Rick Adkins here, and I'm super excited to share a fantastic card-making adventure with you. If...

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Embrace the Beauty of Watercolors: Crafting an Epic Card with Altenew's Mini Wild Dog Rose Stamp Set

Rick Adkins

Jul 26, 2023

Embrace the Beauty of Watercolors: Crafting an Epic Card with Altenew's Mini Wild Dog Rose Stamp Set

Hey there, fellow card makers! Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of watercolors and create an epic card that will leave your...

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Creating a Fun Congratulations Card with Bold Basic Alphabet Dies and Ink Blended Backgrounds

Rick Adkins

Jul 24, 2023

Creating a Fun Congratulations Card with Bold Basic Alphabet Dies and Ink Blended Backgrounds

Hey there, fellow card makers and craft enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the exciting world of ink blended backgrounds and how to...

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Floral Celebrate Card: Summer Celebration Card Design

Rick Adkins

Jul 19, 2023

Floral Celebrate Card: Summer Celebration Card Design

Summertime is a season filled with vibrant colors, blooming flowers, and joyous celebrations. What better way to capture the essence of...

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Celebrate Your Friend with a Clean & Simple Congrats Card Design

Rick Adkins

Jul 17, 2023

Celebrate Your Friend with a Clean & Simple Congrats Card Design

Creating a heartfelt and personalized congratulatory card for a friend is a wonderful way to show your love and support. In this blog...

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Exploring the Color Cube: Creating Stunning Cards with Waffle Flower Crafts' Sneak Peek Club Kit #7

Rick Adkins

Jul 15, 2023

Exploring the Color Cube: Creating Stunning Cards with Waffle Flower Crafts' Sneak Peek Club Kit #7

If you're a craft enthusiast, you're probably always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to create beautiful cards. The Waffle...

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Unleash Your Creativity: Stamping Simple Cards with Hero Arts Stamps

Rick Adkins

Jul 12, 2023

Unleash Your Creativity: Stamping Simple Cards with Hero Arts Stamps

In the world of crafting and card-making, few techniques are as versatile and satisfying as stamping. With a plethora of designs...

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Stamping For Card Makers Simplify Your Start & Reduce Decision Fatigue

Rick Adkins

Jul 10, 2023

Stamping For Card Makers Simplify Your Start & Reduce Decision Fatigue

If you're an avid card maker, you know that the world of crafting supplies is vast and can sometimes feel overwhelming. With so many...

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Lovely Lilies Window Card: Easier Then You Think

Rick Adkins

Jun 29, 2023

Lovely Lilies Window Card: Easier Then You Think

Creating handmade cards is a delightful way to express your creativity and show someone you care. While it may seem daunting at first,...

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Bright & Fun Thank You Card - HeroArts Tulip Bouquet & Liquid Watercolors

Rick Adkins

Jun 26, 2023

Bright & Fun Thank You Card - HeroArts Tulip Bouquet & Liquid Watercolors

Welcome to my crafting corner! Today, I am excited to showcase the exquisite HeroArts Tulip Bouquet Stamp Set and demonstrate how to...

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Rick Adkins

Jun 4, 2023

Graduation Slimline Cards

Hello and welcome to my blog! Today I am going to share with you two graduation cards and my review of the Mushroom Powder Puff Make up...

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Exploring the Magic of Ink Sprays: Unleash Your Creativity with Vibrant Colors

Rick Adkins

May 31, 2023

Exploring the Magic of Ink Sprays: Unleash Your Creativity with Vibrant Colors

In the world of crafting and mixed media art, ink sprays have become an essential tool for adding depth, texture, and vibrant colors to...

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Rick Adkins

May 19, 2023

Creating Backgrounds with a Gel Press

Creating unique backgrounds for your paper crafts is a fun and exciting way to add character and personality to your projects. One...

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