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    Ink Blending, Stencils, & Masking

    May 24, 2022 / No Comments

    Today’s technique is an easy one with minimal supplies. Ink blending is always a show stopper. Add a stencil and some masking, and you’ve got a fun, colorful background with lots of pattern! I pulled…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Wplus9 Meets Spellbinders – Hot Foiled Florals

    May 5, 2022 / 2 Comments

    Well, I did it. I took the plunge. I caved and jumped on the hot foil bandwagon. And I have ZERO regrets! Now, I won’t lie, there is a learning curve, and I wasted a…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    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
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    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
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    Layering Embossing Powders for Sparkle and Shine

    March 4, 2022 / 1 Comment

    I’ve got a fun one to share with you today! Color? Check. Sparkle? Check. Shine? Check. This one has it all, a little mixed media paired with a very graphic layout. What’s not to love?…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
  • Birds & Branches card by Dawn Woleslagle for Wplus9
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    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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    Easy & Vibrant Watercolor with Zig Markers

    January 24, 2022 / 2 Comments

    Who is ready for Spring? I know I am! While I do love Christmas and all of the fun crafts and decorations that come with the holidays, I am not a fan of the cold.…

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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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    Create Stunning and Easy Holiday Cards with Joyful Poinsettia

    December 7, 2020 / 2 Comments

    The holidays are approaching fast. If you’re looking for cards that are quick and easy, background stamps are always a win. And our Joyful Poinsettia stamp set is perfect for creating cards that pack a…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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    Hand Painted Autumn Blessings

    September 21, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Mother Nature really shows her brilliance in Autumn. The bold, rich color palettes that come with this season are breathtaking and full of inspiration! I decided to pull out our Autumn Blessings stamps and dies…

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    By Dawn Woleslagle
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  • Multi-Inked Block Print Zodiac BetterPress™
    March 20, 2026
  • Create Easy Backgrounds Using Die Cuts
    November 12, 2025
  • Vintage Reindeer Reel – Supply List
    October 24, 2025
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  • Die Cutting (27)
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  • Ink Blending (16)
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  • Kelly Latevola (5)
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