The Crafty Medic

Stamping Basics: Card Bases

Posted on March 25, 2019February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

One of the things I'm often asked to teach people is how to make a card base. For those of us who this is second nature for, we often forget that we had to learn it! Here's a video where...Read More

Stamping Basics – Cleaning Stamps

Posted on February 27, 2019February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

In my next stamping basics video, I'm talking about how to clean stamps. There's so many options and products out there, so I thought I'd give you a run down and explain why I like what I use. All of...Read More

Stamping Basics – Stamp Types

Posted on February 20, 2019February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Have a look at some different types of stamps, how to use them, and some #simplestamping projects! All of these products are available through my online shop, and stay tuned for more Stamping Basics videos. As always, if you're in Canada...Read More

Stamp Mounting Instructions

Posted on August 31, 2015February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Do you ever have trouble mounting your stamps? Are you a little confused about the different styles available? Check out this quick video I made to help you get everything set up and get stamping! As always, you can click...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Card Bases and Envelopes

Posted on May 8, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Last but certainly not least (actually, why wasn’t this first?) in my stamping basics top 10, card bases and envelopes. You can’t make a card without them! There are several options to get there though… You can get pre scored...Read More

Top 10 Basics: A Little Bling

Posted on May 1, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Anyone who’s come to one of my classes knows that no project is complete without a little bling. The two easiest ways to add that little ‘sumthin sumthin’ is with Rhinestones and Pearls. Both are available in packs of 150...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Ribbon

Posted on April 24, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Oh ribbon… it’s so pretty… what more can I say? So many styles and colors to choose from (all coordinating with paper, ink, embellishments and all, of course)… There’s also a million different ways to use ribbon. Ok, maybe not...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Stamp Cleaner

Posted on April 17, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Stamp cleaning is one of those basic tools that often gets over looked. I used baby wipes for a long time before I caved and got a Stampin Cleaner and scrub. Oh boy, what a difference! For weeks, every time...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Stamps

Posted on April 10, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Stamp sets are where you can really let loose and go crazy. There is a stamp or set for just about any occasion or person, from greetings to images to patterns and shapes. I’m actually not going to talk about...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Punches

Posted on April 3, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Punches are one of those tools that you can use on nearly every project, and in a variety of ways. There’s a lot of techniques based around punches and a variety of different types of punches too! Basic punches punch...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Adhesive

Posted on March 27, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Oh adhesive, we’d fall apart without it. See what I did there? I’m funny too! My personal favorite adhesive is the SNAIL. It’s a tape runner like many of us are familiar with already, but has the added benefit of...Read More

Top 10 Basics: Ink

Posted on March 20, 2013February 15, 2021 by Stefanie

Ink is another place where there’s a ton of options. Inks are available in almost all the color families (Very Vanilla got left out, which is kinda sad because it’s one of my favorites), and in a variety of formats....Read More