Hello friends! I have a mixed media project over at the Sizzix Blog today PLUS and video tutorial! Here’s a sneak! I am so loving this opportunity to work with a fantastic company that has been near and dear to my heart since I began papercrafting. The most significant aspect of this undying love is … Continue reading »
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An Easy Thank You Card with Sizzix
Hi there, folks. Today I have a really easy grungy card to share. One can never have too many thank you cards on hand, don’t you agree? And I’m starting to think that after every project in the studio, I ought to gather my scraps and make it a habit to whip up a thank … Continue reading »
Where You Been, Girl?!
Well helloooooooo! I usually post more frequently, folks. I don’t quite know what happened. A couple of developments in the past few weeks have gotten me out of my routine somewhat. It’s all good – the performance of my play went spectacularly and thanks to all the talented folks involved, I have some great ideas … Continue reading »
Faux Rust Effect Video Tutorial
Hi friends! I have a new video tutorial which focuses on crafting tools from the Color Add-on in Scraps of Darkness’ April kit, “Remember When.” I nearly jumped out of my seat when I learned that the add-on included Tim Holtz Distress paints. Looky looky! At first glance, I thought that these colors would be … Continue reading »
Time, a Layout of My Momma
Hello friends. Just wanted to share with you a layout that I just crafted that’s all about my momma. I’m missing her. For more details and supplies, head on over to the Hampton Art blog today. ki memories has a new line that totally appeals to my love of vintage. And look at all the … Continue reading »
Accentuating Edges with Sizzix!
Hi friends! I have my first blog post at Sizzix today. I hope you will stop by, check out my project, and leave me some love if you are feeling it. Here’s a sneak peak! There’s a video tutorial viewable at Sizzix, too! Ciao for now. -Vivian Continue reading »
Here Come the Ladybugs!
So I was able to spend a nice chunk of time in the garden yesterday morning. While the doggies occupied themselves with a wide variety of activities – prancingchasingbarkingsniffinglaying – I did a whole bunch o’ weeding (very therapeutic), got some grafted tomatoes in the ground as well as a few agastache that I had … Continue reading »
Using Up Juicy Scraps
Hi there folks! I have a post at Really Reasonable Ribbon today. You know all the mixed media we’ve been doing on my youtube channel? Don’t throw away those juicy scraps with all the lovely colors on them! I’ve been saving mine, and had a chance to die-cut what I had left using my Sizzix … Continue reading »
Subtle Complementaries
Hi friends! Quick post to share with you. I have a new video tutorial that I’ve prepared for Scraps of Darkness using the March “Dayglo” kit. I’ve got some great products to share with you, easy tips on combining color in your papercrafted projects, and some chat on where I tentatively stand in my … Continue reading »
Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft WINNER
Hi friends! We have a winner of the Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft prize pack! Calinda Goo… Come on down! Calinda commented, “My favorite was the card using the crayons for the flowers. This is a technique I haven’t explored yet…but would very much like to!” Calinda, please send me a message on my facebook page … Continue reading »