Among the comments I receive is “I love ribbon, but I can’t tie a bow”. Today’s quick tip video will provide not only tips on how to make a bow but tips on how to add ribbon to your handmade cards. And to make it even more resourceful, I’m showing you how to tie with the trickiest of ribbons – satin!

The “finishing touch” on a card is often the accessory. While I love rhinestones and pearls, ribbon is right up there at the top of my list. But if you aren’t careful, you can waste adding it to your handmade cards. Today’s video will also provide tips on how to maximize your ribbon, saving at least 4″ per card! I’ll also provide a tip on creating a sliding ribbon knot. The sliding ribbon knot just might change your world!  😆

The completed card featured in today’s video, along with the supplies I used, is posted below. Be sure to scroll down to see it.

Dashing Deer Card Making Kit

October’s Stamps in the Mail card making kit begins on Wednesday! Check out what’s coming by clicking HERE for more details.

Tips for Tying Bows & Adding Ribbon to Cards Video

Winter Woods Card with Sliding Ribbon Knot

Is it You?

I’ve been receiving an influx of orders from customers who have selected “no contact” when creating their online ordering account. When you select “no contact”, then proceed to place an order, your identity is completely blocked. Because of this, I’m unable to provide any of my rewards because I don’t know who should receive them.

If you have placed an order within the last week in my online store, and believe you may have check “no contact”, please email me HERE.

The picture below indicates how the boxes should be checked to avoid placing a “no contact” order.

Join Me Live on Thursday

Join me Live on YouTube Thursday, October 11 at 8PM EST – 5PM PST – 6PM MST – 7PM CST for a live demonstration! You’ll find me live HERE. If you can’t join us live, the replay will be available on my YouTube channel HERE. I’d love for you to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss out on upcoming videos and live events. If you’d like to chat/comment during the live event, follow these instructions:

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$5 Flash Sale!

If you’ve been curious about Paper Pumpkin now’s the time to give it a try. New subscribers can enjoy the October kit for only $5! The October kit will include an amazing fall project (it’s a surprise!) and feature beautiful autumn tones of Cajun Craze, Coastal Cabana, Fresh Fig, Grapefruit Grove and Night of Navy. Every Paper Pumpkin kit includes a photopolymer stamp set and a new ink spot color. It’s a great way to build up your stamping inventory and enjoy projects that are pre-cut and designed for you. But, if you’re like me, you love variety so I include a bundle of tutorials, absolutely free called Paper Pumpkin Parade. These tutorials provide additional ideas for using each month’s kit. And Paper Pumpkin makes a great gift. Subscribe a friend or family member during this flash sale and get your holiday shopping off to a great start! Get all the details HERE. This $5 flash sale is good from October 8-10 or while supplies last. Use promo code FLASH1018

PDF Tutorial Library

If you’re looking for fresh ideas then take a peek at my PDF Tutorial Library. There are over 45 different tutorials available for a nominal fee. Tutorials include card collections, 3D projects and fancy folds. When you purchase my PDF Tutorials they will contain:

• Clear, color photos from various angles will make it easy for you to mimic the construction of the card.
• Step by step instructions with cutting dimensions and tips.
• A complete supply list including item codes and product descriptions. All the products used can be purchased in my online store.
• Prices are reminiscent to the number of pages included.

Here are just a few of the recent additions. Click HERE to take a peek at the complete library!

Here are the supplies I used to create my Winter Woods ribbon card. Click on any of the images to be redirected to my online store. I offer exclusive and generous online ordering REWARDS, too!