Splitcoaststampers-The Stamper's Community

Issue #179 October 7th 2009
Something new, but invisible
We're publishing the Inkling today via a much-streamlined, more efficient process (maybe we'll be on-time a little more often)! We're hoping you don't notice anything different, but if you do (wackiness in the display, something looks broken, etc.) would you please let us know? Post your comment in Site Suggestions.

Email address changes
We get lots of requests from very sweet people asking if we might please change the email address on their Inkling subscription. Did you know you can do these yourself? Look for the link to 'Manage your subscription' at the bottom of each newsletter.

See you next week!

- The SCS Crew
Altered Notepad  
It's easy to alter and personalize wire-bound notebooks. All you need are a few supplies and our instructions.
Supplies you'll need for this project
  • Wire-bound Notepad
  • Patterned Paper
  • Strong Adhesive
  • Stamps
  • Ink
  • Embellishments
  • Creatopia™  
    Creatopia from Xyron® - dry emboss, die cut shapes, cut strips, apply adhesive and laminate, all with one machine.
     
    Our Artist in Residence answers your questions
    Q: Amber asked: "Can you tell me a good way to get scissors clean and sharp again?"
    A: To clean my scissors I use Goo Gone™. There are other products like it on the market that will take off the gunk from adhesive. To sharpen your scissors you can call a fabric store close to you and ask if they have someone coming in to sharpen scissors. You could also buy a scissor sharpener. I bought one, but mine is too coarse for the small paper snips I am using. Here is a thread in the forum talking about sharpening scissors.
     
    Feedback From Past Tutorials
    Glo has a suggestion for the Fleur De Lis Ornament tutorial: "I love the ornament but I am anxious to use this as a bow for my gifts that I am giving. By changing the colors you can use this for any occasion."

    Tutorials You May Have Missed
    Watercolor Wash Create soft backgrounds with this watercolor technique.
    Watercolor Wash tutorial
    Watercolor Wash gallery

    You will need a tiny terra cotta pot as well as the Top Note Die to make a sweet seasonal treat.
     
    Flower Soft
    Flower Soft®'s latest release, Autumn, has truly captured the beauty of the Fall season.
    Susana's Custom Art and Card Design
    New releases: Ornament Collection designed by Elisabeth Bell & Every Day Gals by Victoria Case.
    Addicted to Rubber Stamps
    What better time to stay in and shop from home? Visit us & save up to 15%.
    Whiff of Joy
    Pre-order our Winter Stamp Kit: Winter & Christmas images from Elisabeth Bell.
     
    This Week's Hot Topics
    Try it if you dare
    Unmounting wheels
    Plaids with polkadots?
    Make them look good together
    Decorate 'em
    Adding highlights
    Check it out
    Want more challenges?
     
    September 30 to October 7
    Use supplies you likely already own and try new techniques.
    Try faux suede.
    Get inspired by pillows.
    Try this color combo: Mellow Moss, White, Kraft or Taupe
    Scrap school days.
    Use this sketch for your card.
    What's in your pocket?
    Say it with pizzazz.
    Limited Supplies: Friday
    [LSC240] Work a Christmas tree into your project.
    Sketch Challenge: Friday
    [SBSC208] Use this sketch for your scrapbook page.
    Be inspired by Kir DeVries.
    Check out Clownmom's gallery, then upload a creation inspired by Lois' work.
     
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