Since I started sharing my punch art ideas, I’ve gotten requests for tutorials on various projects.   My punch art confections just tickle me (yes, I’m easily amused)–and I was thrilled to hear that others want to make them too.  So with great gusto I set out to document these creations.  First, I tried writing instructions.  As a visual learner, though, I. . .[Read More]

Here’s an embellishment technique I like to call Micro Glitter Window. The Micro Glitter Window technique is a fun way to add an extra touch of bling to your projects.  (For a close-up view, click on the image once–and click again for a surreal view.) I especially like this technique for putting sparkle into eyes.  And for jazzing up. . .[Read More]

Today I’d like to share an embellishment technique I call Pavé Diamonds. A French term, ‘pavé’ refers to a jewelry setting technique in which small jewels are set closely together–so closely, in fact, that you don’t see any metal between the stones.  When the pavéed stones are diamonds, the effect is dazzling. Note to Operation Write Home cardmakers:  While. . .[Read More]