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Beads

jeeveser — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 09:10:16 CDT

Tips about using Beads - Cloud 9

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

Paper Beads

Instructions at ByDonovan

Paper beads at Paper Univeristy

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Adhesives

Out_of_the_Woods — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 10:06:08 CST

This to That Glue Database
The four basic types of adhesives used in paper crafting - from Paper Woods

(see also: Crystal Effects)
Dimensionals
Envelope Glue
Glue Pad | Glue Stick | Greeting Glue
Heat and Stick Powder
Perfect Paper Adhesive
Red Liner Tape | Repositionable Adhesive

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Stylus

Out_of_the_Woods — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 22:01:55 CST

A stylus is a hand-held tool that usually has a metal ball on two ends, one ball larger than the other. It is used to create dry embossing with metal templates and a light box. It is also used with a ruler to score paper before folding, giving a fold a crisp, professional look.

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Lighthouse Piecing Pattern

Out_of_the_Woods — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 21:33:21 CST

Paper pieced lighthouse pattern at Paper Woods

Embossing Powder

Out_of_the_Woods — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 21:03:15 CST

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers
How to use Heat Embossing with chalks - a project from Paper Woods

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The Rules

jeeveser — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 14:49:02 CST

1. Please remember to use correct grammar and spelling when posting information in this Wiki. (Michelle was an English major in college. You don't want to make her get out a red pen, do you?)

2. WikiMistress Michelle Laycock has the right to delete any inappropriate postings. If you see any inappropriate posts, report them to me. There is a link at the bottom of each page.

3. Please do not post information that is copyrighted. Although techniques are not copyrightable, the words describing techniques sometimes are. Respect the law.

4. Keep in mind that other people may add to or change your postings. This is what a Wiki is for. Don't get upset if what you wrote changes (or gets changed back). If you have a concern about what was changed, start a discussion in the "Page Discussion" area for the page in question.

5. NO ADVERTISING! You may not link to stores or places where items may be purchased.

6. Do you have questions that haven't been covered here?

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Projects and Patterns

jeeveser — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 14:35:47 CST

Expandable File Album

jeeveser — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 14:34:47 CST

Instructions shared at Splitcoaststampers

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Pinecone Balls

jeeveser — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 14:34:17 CST

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Tools

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:59:44 CST

Anti-Static Bag

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:45:33 CST

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Aquapainter or Aqua Brush

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:44:11 CST

Aquapainter Tip Sheet shared at Splitcoaststampers

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

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Tearing Edge

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:39:29 CST

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

Terrific Techniques with the Tearing Edge By Colleen Kidder

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Xyron

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:37:36 CST

Tips and Tricks at ByDonovan

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Accessories

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:32:51 CST

Gel Pen

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:31:49 CST

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

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Flocking

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:30:20 CST

A Bit of Flock Background
Using flocking on greeting cards has been around for a very long time. Samples have been found dating back to the 1800s. Next time you feel that your project needs a little something more to make it even more special reach for your bottle of flock!

Flocking Tips and Tricks at ByDonovan

Flocking Instructions at "Your Rubber Stamp Place"

Directions for Use
There are many ways to apply flock.

1. Stamp image. Then, working quickly, apply glue (SU! 2-Way glue pen or Liquid glue). Be sure you have the glue on thick enough and don’t let this dry before you apply the flock. Then generously shake on the flock. Don’t be “skimpy” with it. Pat it down and allow to sit for a minute or two. Finally, gently rub your finger over the top to remove the excess and create a smooth, even surface.

2. A second way to apply flock is to put it over the Heat and Stick Powder. Here is how you do that. It is very similar to embossing. First, you stamp your image in slow drying ink such as Fabrico Fabric Ink or VersaMark Watermark Ink and generously apply powder, shaking off excess. There are two differences between Heat and Stick Powder and embossing powder with what you do next:

Difference #1 - When you heat the powder continue only until image turns clear and shinny. Immediately stop. The biggest problem people have with Heat and Stick is over heating, which dries out the adhesive and takes away the tackiness of it thereby rendering it useless. Then you just apply glitter, flocking, colored sand or whatever else you’ve chosen to work with to the image. Tap off excess but don’t brush off all the flakes yet.

Difference #2 - Reheat image for about 30 seconds. This will set the adhesive. There is no precise amount of time and no visible change for the second heating. Basically now, you want to dry up the adhesive. Now, with the adhesive dry, brush off any little bits left on the paper. You can use your finger and rub right across the image without having to worry about to much glitter coming off.

NOTE: You need to be very careful NOT to overheat the heat ‘n stick. If you heat it too much, it looses it stickiness.

NOTE: And, if you want, you could use the Crystal Effects for the glue — which will give it some additional fluffiness! Tips

1. Don’t feel you need to flock an entire image. You can spotlight (call attention to) certain areas by adding just a bit of flock to a portion of the image. Just glue the places you want to flock with your glue of choice.

2. You can color the image if you want that color to either be enhanced or be seen under the flocking. If you are using Black, you may want to be certain to color first so that it looks REALLY Black! If you want a brown bear stamp on creamy caramel or close to cocoa and then add the brown flock. Or only flock the pads of his cute little paws. The color underneath helps to add depth.

More Uses

1. Create a touch and feel story book for younger children. Make flocked bears, and glue to one page perhaps sitting on a picnic blanket. You can then also some other texture for this book by making crimped paper french fries; smooth, shiny apples topped with Crystal Effects; faux leather picnic basket using liquid applique; maybe some more food . . . flocked, fuzzy peaches; and heat and stick with foil sheets to make a faux mirror for the little one to see the most precious person to come to a picnic . . . himself!

2. Use it to add fuzz to the animal stamp sets such as the hedgehog, bears, kitties, doggies, chicks, horses, bunnies, etc. . . even snowmen!

3. Make a Shrink Plastic necklace or barrettes with your grade schooler and apply the flock directly to the plastic after it has been shrunken down. Makes adorable bunny necklaces for springtime.

4. Flock brass brads with white and then using it for a bunny tail.

5. Try this, it’s fun! Use an oval sticker and some Red Flock. Pat then rub the flock over the sticky part of the sticker. Stamp and emboss your favorite bold line image like the butterfly from the SU stamp set Watercolor Garden. Then glue it to the front of your card. It’s almost like Faux velvet paper. The recipients will love it!

6. Make a very nice wedding card or manly Valentine’s Day card. Stamp hearts on red card stock using Versamark and sprinkle on heat and stick powder. Then heat and use black flock. Stamp your saying in gold and emboss. Very elegant looking.

7. Make all your cute little bee stamps more true to life with a bit of flocking. (Did you know that bees actually have little hairs on their bodies!)

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Fixative

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:24:29 CST

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Fibers

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:23:28 CST

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

How to use fibers on scrapbook pages by Funky Fibers

Ideas for using Fibers at Dragonhome's Place

Using fibers to accent Artwork at Dragonhome's Place

Fiber Tips for Scrapbookers and Crafters at About.com

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Eyelets

jeeveser — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 01:21:28 CST

70 Ways to Use Eyelets - file shared at Splitcoaststampers

Eyelet ideas shared at Splitcoaststampers

Ways to Use It Challenge at Splitcoaststampers

Instructions on using eyelets at Arts N Ink

Eyelet Tutorial at ScrapJazz

Working With Eyelets - a tutorial at "Rubber Stamps Club"

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