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    November 9, 2026
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    VIDEO: Partial Die Cutting & Ink Blending

    September 26, 2022 / 1 Comment

    Ink Blending is always a fun and easy way to make a statement. Today’s cards feature two gorgeous blends along with another fun technique – partial die cutting. Be sure to check out the video…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
  • All Posts,  Die Cutting,  Ink Blending

    Wplus9 Meets Honey Bee – Level Up Your Dies With Dimension

    May 27, 2022 / 18 Comments

    I’ve got a gorgeous one for you today! One of my favorite companies is Honey Bee Stamps, especially their die cuts. Melissa was kind enough to send me the Lovely Layers: Wildflowers and I could…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
  • All Posts,  Die Cutting,  New Product Releases,  Techniques

    Two-For-One: Using the Positive & the Negative

    April 22, 2022 / No Comments

    Hello Creatives! Today I have a pair of cards for you featuring the new Lots of Love Die paired with some oldie, but goodies. They also use one of my favorite techniques of using the…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
  • All Posts,  Die Cutting,  New Product Releases

    New Dies – Lots of Love & Lots of Love Background

    April 18, 2022 / No Comments

    Hello Friends! I just dropped two new dies into the store that I know you’re gonna love. The Lots of Love and Lots of Love Background dies were quite literally made for each other! And,…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
  • Birds & Branches card by Dawn Woleslagle for Wplus9
    All Posts,  Die Cutting

    Stretching Your Dies: Cut To Fit or Layer to Expand

    January 28, 2022 / No Comments

    Dies continue to be one of my favorite supplies, and I often say they are one of the most versatile in your craft stash. One of my favorite style of dies for creating quick and…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Shop Your Stash and Get Creative!

    October 22, 2021 / 1 Comment

    Christmas is, by far, my favorite holiday to create for. Anything goes. Clean and simple, bold and bright, or soft and muted. Bling? Yes, please. Glitter? You bet! And of course all of the details…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Spring Florals & Blue Bird Cutting Dies

    April 5, 2020 / 10 Comments

    These dies single handedly brought me out of my creative slump. As I mentioned yesterday, I was feeling completely overwhelmed with everything going on and had the hardest time getting into the mood to create.…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Turn the Negative into the Positive

    August 8, 2019 / No Comments

    Hello! I’ve got a quick video for you today. This is a technique that allows you to make use of every part of your intricate background dies. However, although easy, it can be a bit…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    How To: Hexagon Gatefold Die

    May 30, 2019 / 2 Comments

    Gatefold cards are a fun way to add a little extra “wow” to a card design. The new Hexagon Gatefold Die takes it a step further by adding a fun interlocking element. In today’s video…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Masculine Cards with Style

    May 21, 2019 / 4 Comments

    One of my favorite design motifs for masculine cards is nautical. Well, let’s face it, nautical is perfect for all genders and ages really. But it is especially great for masculine cards as it’s gender…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle

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Recent Posts

  • Pretty Frames & a Little Gilded Christmas Magic
    November 9, 2026
  • Winter Orchard Collection by Dawn Woleslagle for Honey Bee Stamps.A Merry & Bright Christmas Card with Winter Orchard
    November 2, 2026
  • Jolly Workshop – Don’t Miss Out!
    October 6, 2026
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