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FSJ August Bloom Box – Backyard Blooms
There’s nothing to not love about the August Bloom Box! Have you seen it? Because if you have, we know you love it as much as we do. This month we have a sweet summery and floral stamp set that is perfect to use for so many different types of cards — birthday, thank you & more. And this color palette? It’s PERFECT for summer and it’s just so beautifully coordinated. Do you have anyone in mind you would send these cards to? Do you need a thank you card for anyone you know? Need to send a note for a gift received or a kind act? This Thanks A Bunch…
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FSJ July Bloom Box – Life’s Sweetness!
There’s nothing to not love about the July Bloom Box! Have you seen it? Because if you have, we know you love it as much as we do. This month we have a sweet summery stamp set that is perfect to use for so many different types of cards — birthday, thank you & more. And the color palette? It’s PERFECT for summer and it’s just so beautifully coordinated. Do you have anyone in mind you would send these cards to? How about a sweet friend? We think that the answer is for sure, yes! What is your favorite part of this card? Do you love the chocolate covered strawberries…
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3 Crafty Ideas for Father’s Day Cards
It’s that time of year when we remember good ol’ dad and we want to show him just how much he means to us! Nothing shows you care more than a handmade card – it’s a piece of you that you give to him! Let’s check out a few ways you can make sure dad feels the love! Say thanks to Dad with this card, created with the Thanks Dad stamp set. The images make a bold statement embossed in white onto colored cardstock. Did you notice the details on the edges of the stars, created with a sponge and Whip Cream ink? Such a fun finishing touch! The Tools…
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FSJ June 2018 Bloom Box – Set Sail!
There’s nothing to not love about the June Bloom Box! This month we have a nautical stamp set that is perfect to use for so many different types of cards — birthday, encouragement & more. And the color palette? It’s PERFECT for summer and it’s just so beautifully coordinated. Do you have anyone in mind you would send these cards to? Where do we even start with this card? I know! Let’s start with the vellum panel that is included. Let’s go ahead and stamp the bottle, because it’ gives the ink a little extra time to dry. (If it’s not dry when you’re finished with the rest of the…
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Simple Mixed Media Inspiration with Canvas Sheets
One of our favorite parts of the week at FSJ is bringing you LIVE inspiration and education through our Tryday Friday videos. We’re on our Facebook page and our YouTube channel each Friday afternoon with a crafty project or two – and today we’re featuring a product you may not have used on your cards yet. It’s FSJ’s Canvas Sheets. Watch the video right here or check out the photos below and learn to add canvas and just a little mixed media into your cardmaking. Isn’t that beautiful? The canvas sheets create a beautiful textured base to work on and adding the Journey Gesso prevents the ink from soaking in and…
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May 2018 Fun Stampers Journey Bloom Box
Holy moly! Look at all of that beautiful color and those gorgeous blooms. Can you even stand how cheerful and wonderful they are? I guess April showers really DO bring May (Bloom Box!) flowers. Let’s take a look at how a couple of these cards were created. This card is so much fun. Don’t you love the little game spinner in the center? It’s even more fun since it’s pointing to the sentiment. We started with the Whip Cream cardstock panel (which is included in the individual card kit) and found the center of the card and made a small mark with a pencil. Then, we can start creating the…
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How To Tie A Double Bow!
How absolutely gorgeous are those double bows? We think they are so stunning and guess what else? They are SO easy to create. Really! Wrap the ribbon around your fingers a couple of times and you have something beautiful for all of your projects. Let us show you how! You can use all kinds of ribbon for this — we’re sharing with you three different types. You’ll hold the ribbon over the fingers on your opposite hand (your left hand if you’re right handed, your right if you are left handed). Wrap the ribbon or twine behind the index finger and in front of the middle finger. (Tip: The width…
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How to Make a Simple DIY Get Well Care Package
As the seasons change, those pesky colds and cough are easy to catch. Send a friend extra tender love and care with a personalized get well care package. Join us for this fun tutorial.
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DIY Decor Ideas with House to Home Trio
Our 2017-2018 Inspiration Book & Catalog includes many hidden gems you may not have noticed. One of our favorites is the House to Home Trio. This is a set of three wooden house shaped blocks for your crafting adventures. And the best part – these are 20% off with our Media Mix promotion! Check out an example of what to do with these fun pieces.