Rainbow Kind of Day Card + Coupon Code!

Hello crafty friends!  I haven't had much creative time lately and have been itching to get back in the craft room.  Yesterday, my guys took off for an evening fishing trip and I was left all alone.  

Woo hoo!  Crafty time!  Rainbow colored cards are super hot right now and I've had this idea, to pair a couple different stamp sets from Sunny Studio Stamps.  I'm featuring the "Over The Rainbow"

stamp set that coordinates with the Rainbow Word Die, as well as the "Everything's Rosy" stamp set.

Scroll down for a few brief creative details and a coupon code good for Scrapbook.com.  It's only good through Memorial Day, 5/27/19 midnight MST.

 (FTC Disclosure: as an affiliate for various companies in the craft industry, I will receive a small commission for purchases made through my convenient affiliate links.  This does not affect your purchase price.)

For my die rainbow die cut, I did some ink blending with a variety of Ranger Inks on Neenah solar white cardstock, using my Picket Fence blender brushes (I touched up the pink with Copic Markers). To get that raised effect, I adhered a trimmed section of creative embellishment sheets from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, to the back side of my cardstock before running through my manual die cut machine.  

For the beautiful shine, I applied Nuvo Crystal drops in Morning Dew to my die cut.  I also dotted the upper section of my card with these drops, then sprinkled on the gorgeous iridescent Nuvo Rainbow Quartz Triangles. The sparkle is amazing, but hard to see in this photo.  I'll show the movement of the card in Instagram Highlights and Stories, if you want to check it out:  https://instagram.com/wavingmywand

Nuvo - Dream In Colour Collection - Pure Sheen Confetti - Rainbow Quartz Triangles - $3.59

from: Scrapbook.com

For my floral blooms, I used a variety of inks that I had on hand.  These are layering stamps and it's recommended that you use at least 3-4 coordinating inks for stamping.  I think they turned out just fine and I didn't use coordinating inks.  Sometimes, you just go with the flow!

I also used papers from Sunny Studio Stamps called, Rainbow Bright as well as the Lawn Fawn

Spiffy Speckles paper pad.

Sunny Studio Stamps - 6 x 6 Paper Pack - Rainbow Bright - $6.99

from: Scrapbook.com

Click any of the links throughout this post for more details or scroll down for links to many of the products that I used, below.  Now, for the coupon code.....

Scrapbook.com is having a huge Memorial Day sale.  

Exclusive products are on sale, plus get an additional 5% off your order using coupon code MEMSAVE19 at checkout.  This offers ends 5/27 midnight MST.  Some exclusions apply.

Click here for details.  Thanks for popping in today!  Have a great weekend!  Terri

Also, linking to these challenges:

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Mood Board Challenge

Word Art Wednesday Anything Goes Challenge #388-389

Affiliate product links are listed throughout this post. Click on the link to go directly to the product.  I do receive a small commission at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase.

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Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Grand Ultra Refill - Clear Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting/Emboss Machine Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Foam Circles Shop at: Scrapbook.com	We R Memory Keepers 123 Punch Board Shop at: Scrapbook.com
Neenah Solar White Cardstock 25 pk - 8.5x11 inch Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Sunny Studio Stamps Rainbow Bright Papers Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Nuvo Pure Sheen Dream in Color 2 pc Confetti Kit Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Catherine Pooler Ink Midnight Shop at: Scrapbook.com
Waffle Flower Crafts Water Media Mat Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Picket Fence Studios Life Changing Blender Brushes Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Sunny Studio Stamps Over The Rainbow Stamp Set Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Sunny Studio Stamps Rainbow Word Die Shop at: Scrapbook.com
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Spring Fling Instagram Hop & Prize

Hello friends.  It's National Craft Month and I'm participating in a Spring Fling Instagram Hop today, sponsored by Scrapbook.com.  This is a two week event, with some of your favorite crafters bringing you seasonal, Spring inspiration.  Today kicks off the first wave of inspiration, with my Instagram page being the kick off point beginning at 11 am central time.  Next week, on Mar. 22nd the second wave kicks off with a second round of inspiration.  Fifty four crafters in all, ready to jumpstart your Spring creativity!  One follower will win a $50 gift certificate to shop at Scrapbook.com.  Wow!

 (FTC Disclosure: as an affiliate for various companies in the craft industry, I will receive a small commission for purchases made through my convenient affiliate links.  This does not affect your purchase price.)

You'll need to head over to my Instagram page to begin the hop.  You must have an Instagram account to participate.  If  you don't have an account, it's easy to create one!  Make sure your page is public, not private.  I'll have the link at the end of this post but first......

Let me quickly share a few details on my project.  I've created a trio of Easter tags using the Echo Park Paper Easter Wishes collection.  Isn't that carrot paper the cutest??!!

Echo Park - Easter Wishes Collection - 12 x 12 Collection Kit

from: Scrapbook.com

The little mini scene was created using stamps from the Easter Wishes collection and fussy cut Easter eggs from the papers.  My cloudy background was created with Ranger Ink and watercolor paper.

Echo Park - Easter Wishes Collection - Clear Photopolymer Stamps - Easter Memories

from: Scrapbook.com

I also used the new Jewel Drops and Shaker Confetti from the Tonic Studios Nuvo Dream in Color collection, dabbing the jewel drops all around, then sprinkling the confetti.

Nuvo - Dream In Colour Collection - Jewel Drops - Honeysuckle

from: Scrapbook.com

Nuvo - Dream In Colour Collection - Pure Sheen Confetti - Sweet Peach Circles

from: Scrapbook.com

I also used the exclusive Jumbo Nesting Tag dies from Scrapbook.com and the scalloped frame dies from Lawn Fawn.

Lawn Fawn - Lawn Cuts - Dies - Reverse Stitched - Scalloped Circle Windows

from: Scrapbook.com

All of my adhesives are from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Head on over to my Instagram account to start the hop, beginning at 11 am CT.  Remember, you must have an Instagram account to participate. Be sure and follow the instructions to qualify to win.

Waving My Wand on Instagram

Spring Fling Instagram Hop Details

Week 1 begins 3/15 at 11 am central time

Week 2 begins 3/22 at 11 am central time.

One follower will win a $50 gift certificate to Scrapbook.com

Event ends on Mar. 31, 2019 - midnight CST.

Winner announced no later than Apr. 5, 2019.

Both weeks start, here.

Good luck!  

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Unboxing Tonic Studios Dream in Colour Collection

Hello and welcome to my unboxing of the brand new Spring Collection from Tonic Studios, Dream in Colour.  This amazing collection is available right now at Scrapbook.com and I hope you will watch my unboxing.  It's chock full of gorgeous, glitter and sparkle, not to mention my incredible southern charm and wit.  Ok, maybe not so much but I do have some tips for you!

 (FTC Disclosure: as an affiliate for various companies in the craft industry, I will receive a small commission for purchases made through my convenient affiliate links.  This does not affect your purchase price.)

This unboxing includes the most amazing gems, sequins, embossing powders, glitter drops, glitter accents, jewel drops, textured cardstock, mirror cardstock and so much more.


Chai Latte Embossing Mousse?  Yes, please! (tea lover, here!)

Nuvo - Dream In Colour Collection - Embellishment Mousse - 2 Pack Set
from: Scrapbook.com

The coordinating Dream In Colour 6x6 in paper pad matches all the embellishments!

Tonic Studios - Craft Perfect - Luxury Embossed Card - 6 x 6 - Dream in Colour
from: Scrapbook.com

Some of these items are selling out fast.  Don't wait, get it before it's out of stock!



Nuvo - Dream In Colour Collection - Glitter and Crystal Drops - 3 Pack Set
from: Scrapbook.com



Those are just a few items in this amazing collection.  Check out my video and be sure you're subscribed to my YouTube channel.  I'll be having a giveaway this month on my YouTube channel as well so be sure you're following me there.  More products, plus links to my social media are in the video description.  Just click "show more".  You may wish to click the wheel icon on the video and change to high definition viewing as well.  Click that red button and subscribe!  Thanks so much!

I’m listing the products I used throughout this post. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!

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I'm a Prima Ribbonista! May Arts Ribbon Introduces the 2015/2016 Design Team!

Today, May Arts Ribbon is introducing their new Design Team, of which, I am so grateful to be a part of.  Soon, you will see my projects on the Ribbon Resource blog, the online retail store for May Arts Ribbon, as well as the May Arts Ribbon Blog. 

Until late last year, May Arts has always been a wholesale distributor.  Now, they've opened up the Ribbon Resource store, so you can purchase them too! 

There's also a giveaway to go along with the new design team introduction.  Visit the Ribbon Resource blog here:  https://www.ribbonresource.com/blog/meet-the-2015-16-prima-ribbonistas/

and then follow the instructions for a second entry at the May Arts Ribbon Blog.

(My DT finalist entry)

Check out the design team bios and get to know us, and look around at some of the projects for a little inspiration.  While you're there, subscribe to the newsletter so you'll be notified of new sales, project inspiration and giveaways. 

Are you ready to look around the shop?

Why not get started with the Ribbon of the Week, 2.5" Natural Burlap Ribbon?

https://www.ribbonresource.com/ribbon/2-5-inch-natural-fallwinter-ribbon/

#cre8time #ribbon #giveaway #ribbonresource #mayartsribbon #designteam #Fall #Autumn #seasons #Christmas #birthday #holiday #wedding #easter #Halloween #celebration #sew #heart #valentine

 

Embossed Wedding card

 Love is in the air and wedding cards abound.  I'm making them left and right for various family members.  Yes, my sister always calls when she needs something but, hey, that's what sisters are for right?  Plus, I have a nephew getting married soon so there's lots of prep going on for that (congrats Jake!)  But today, I have a wedding card made by request of sis.  It's going to a former student of hers who is getting married.

I've done some embossing and sanding and used my Lil' Inkers Designs oval stitched frame to showcase this sweet sentiment.  I also stamped a congratulatory quote inside as well.

I'll be entering this into a couple fun challenges today:

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge In the Middle 

Lil' Inker Designs Monthly Meetup

Additional supplies: Pretty Pink Posh clear sequins, May Arts Ribbon white mesh ribbon, Tombow Mono Super Bond adhesive runner, Cuttlebug embossing folder, Unity Stamps Sentiment 9/2013 kit of the month (Happiness Has No Limit), Simon Says Stamp light gray cardstock, Stickles Stardust glitter glue, Core'dinations dark gray cardstock, Close To My Heart Black archival ink, Wink of Stella glitter brush clear,

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links so, if you purchase a product using the link I may receive a commission. I only participate in the affiliate programs linked above because they are products that I use and love. Your purchase price is not affected in any way, by using my links.  Thank you for your support and helping me keep my content free!

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Applying For A Craft Design Team? Top 5 things you need to know!

As a freelance craft blogger, I have crafty friends who've applied to be on design teams; small companies, large companies, independant franchises.......
design teams come in many shapes and forms.   

What exactly does it take to get on a design team?

In my own endeavors, I've contemplated this issue and decided to do a little research.  The best people to answer these questions would be those at the top, so, I did just that and went straight to the source.  In this case, I've polled several companies with a checklist of questions, hoping to get the answers that can help you reach your goal.

The companies who responded are all well known in the craft industry and range from small but well established businesses, to large companies with a worldwide business reach.  Yes, I've been talking with some big, big businesses.  You use their products every single day.  

So, let's get to it. I posed 5 questions to the representatives of several companies, two of which, were the business owners themselves who offered up the responses.  Let me mention that one particular company responded with no set requirements, but rather has an eye for what the company is looking for and goes with a gut feeling.




Sizzix Big Shot Starter Kit
from: Sizzix

1.   Is experience a requirement?  Or does someone new to the scene, with a fresh approach, stand a chance?

• Experience is preferred.  A company will look at your blog to see what kind of content you're posting and what your blog looks like.   Go look at the blogs of the current design team.  It will tell you a lot about a company.  So, how does one gain experience?  Apply everywhere, all the time.  You will get a lot of rejections.  Don't give up!

2.   Does it help to have connections?  Other company contacts who know you and can vouch for your work ethic?  

• It doesn't hurt to have connections, however, it's not a requirement.  So, if you know someone in the company or have a friend somehow connected, reach out and make contact.   Word of mouth is a powerful thing.  Let your crafty friends know you're looking .  Sometimes it does help to know people!

3.  What do you look for in researching your applicants?  Use of your product in their social media and blog posts?  Other?

• Companies are looking for specific content.  Follow the trends and know what's hot.  As of this writing, these project types were mentioned by the companies I polled:   home décor, food, crafts made with an electronic die-cutter, jewelry making, fashion, quilting, sewing, paper crafts, party planning, teen & kids crafts, scrapbooking, card making
  

• Being active in social media is a must.   Your profiles will need to be public.  For example, if you're listing your Facebook page on your DT application, but it's not a public page, you need to consider setting up a separate page from your personal page.  Give it a name that companies can identify with you.  For example, I have my own personal Facebook page, but for crafting purposes, you can find me at Waving My Wand.  Keep the same name for all your social media.  It's a good marketing tool and a good way of branding yourself.
  

• Can I share my own observation here?  Based on conversations I've had with other craft bloggers, and as evidenced by following applicants who've been picked for design teams,  many companies go with applicants who are current users of their products.   

4.  Is there something to be said for enthusiasm?  Can it hurt or help for an applicant to follow up their application with an enthusiastic  endorsement?  Or is it best to remain silent and let your work speak  for itself?

• Either of those reactions is perfectly acceptable.   

5.   Is there anything that can hurt an applicant?

• An application that is not complete.  Make sure you follow the guidelines of the application.  If they're asking for your 3 favorite card making projects, show them just that.  The last 3 favorite DIY projects?  Give them what they're asking for.   Don't veer off topic and show them something else that you think is fabulous but doesn't meet the criteria of what they're asking for.

Is this helpful information?  I hope so.  Let me know what you think. 

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links so, if you purchase a product using the link I may receive a commission. I only participate in the affiliate programs linked above because they are products that I use and love. Your purchase price is not affected in any way, by using my links.  Thank you for your support and helping me keep my content free!