Creative Outlets For All
March is National Craft Month! Artisans have 31 days to celebrate what we love best. This seems like a good time for me to share more about my favorite craft: stamping.
FUN FACT: 56% of US households craft at least once a year.
To me, taking ink to stamp to paper is instant art. I don’t have to be able to draw a straight line, thread a needle or plane lumber. Stamping is easy and provides instant gratification. In this world full of hurry, I can stop and relax to stamp and get quick end results as well.
FUN FACT: Crafting has gained popularity as a great form of meditation, mindfulness and relaxation.
Papercrafting Supplies
Stamping is only a fraction of the fun in my papercrafting world. I am enchanted by the rainbow of colors in the form of cardstock. Carefully selecting the perfect print of designer series paper is magical.
Like a kid in a candy shop, I am obsessed with buttons, brads, embellishments and ribbons. (Really, can a crafter ever have enough of these needed supplies on hand?) My crafting symphony is written as I put all of these elements together into one project.
FUN FACT: Students who participate in arts and craft projects are 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement.
Build Your Inventory
Before I became a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I received some of my crafty stash without cost by hosting stamping parties. Joining a monthly stamping club was another great way to slowly build my inventory, as well as earning free product when it was my turn to host. As a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I thoroughly love my discount on all their great products and take advantage of the savings continuously.
FUN FACT: When you buy a Stampin’ Up! Bundle, you automatically save 10% on the offered product every day.
Learn and Teach
The role of Stampin’ Up! demonstrator is also that of a teacher and a leader. As I learn new stamping techniques, tips and tricks, or simple how to’s, I get to pass that information on and watch with delight as others discover their love for stamping. Sharing my learned skills brings my love of papercrafting full circle.
FUN FACT: National Children’s Craft Day is observed annually on March 14th.
Cards and Projects
Experiment and create cards, scrapbooks, home décor and 3D projects. You, too, will discover the wonder that papercrafting brings. Additionally, handcrafted items make great gifts, your one-of-a-kind creation can not be duplicated.
FUN FACT: Stamping is a lot of fun!
By default, my favorite part of stamping is turning my art into a card. Adding extras like embossed paper, designer paper and embellishments to my project is like icing a cake. When my cake, er…card, is done, I get to share it with someone by giving it away. And much like cake, I have found that a beautiful handmade card is also received with happiness and joy.
Even though March is considered National Craft Month, there is never a bad time to start your crafting journey. Take a stamping class or host a stamping party. Purchase some Stampin’ Up! supplies or become a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. Ask me how today!