Build A Scene: Copic coloring w/two light sources and a little crafty chat!

Join me as I do my best Kelly impersonation! Today, I'm creating a copic colored scene card and doing a little chatting about crafty content and considering which platforms are best for the kind of content you're looking for.
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[@ValShim]

Love the card and I loved your comments about social media behaviour. I have never understood why people have to leave negative comments. If you don’t like something that was on a video, turn it off and don’t watch their channel! I appreciate anyone brave enough to put their content out for the public to see whether it’s on a blog, video or just pics. To people who do that, thank you very much from a techno idiot who can’t figure out how to do those things!

[@rhondacesana2221]

The card is really adorable❤ I appreciate your wise and well-spoken thoughts about social media, and agree 100%. We are responsible for our words. The Bible says we are to build one another up; otherwise, be silent. Your words today definitely built up and encouraged while also clearly giving wise advice. Thank you!❤

[@lindamiser4862]

Everything you have said is so needed and spot on! We are watching you,Kelly, GinaK whoever to learn and negative comments are so uncalled for. It’s rude. “ if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all”. Thumper wisdom 😊 As for me I love the chit chat and the life stories! You and Kelly are so talented and I’ve learned so much from both of you. I try very hard to remember when I’m using my markers and pencils. I’m better with the pencils at the moment. Alcohol markers are a real learning cure for me but hey I’m 70 an old dog trying to learn new tricks😂. Rock on ladies, I love all the content. I always say if you don’t like it skip ahead in the video. God bless you 😊

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you! You should never stop trying to learn and do what you love! Pencils are beautiful, but definitely my weakest medium. So I’m sure you could teach me a thing or two in that arena! 😉

[@KellieMarie33]

I love the card. Great “Dawn talk” I do not understand some people and their comments. There is no need to be rude and leave nasty comments. Just move on. You did Kelly proud! 💜💜💜

[@candyblake697]

Dawn, I love your tutorials...you make these stunning cards look so easy to make!! I agree with you.. we shouldn't crush someone's creativity. For many of us ,it's more than just a hobby- it helps our mental health ! Like Tim Holtz says : If you don't have something nice to say, then find it. Every person has their own style, if it's not your jam, move on! Kindness really does matter!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

❤

[@jacquiposener7262]

I think most presenters are very professional and have probably had a huge learning curve to get their videos up on KZbin. I really appreciate that- time spent shooting , editing uploading and as you said for free. I realised quite some time ago that I dislike lives. Firstly I’m in a completely different Timezone to most people in the norther hemisphere so I mostly watch on replay and get annoyed that I’m watching paint dry! But I would never ever say that. I can fast forward though those bits I don’t like. I try to appreciate with a thumbs up and a comment . Thanks you for sharing your views on this and your creativity as a crafter is amazing😊

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

I get it! It seems like people either love them, or hate them. 😂

[@AggieScrapMom]

Dawn, your card is absolutely fabulous!!! You did an awesome job channeling Kelly, but I also have to say MIC DROP on your discussion about being kind!!! It was spot on and sadly needed as there have been some unkind things said to amazing content creators! Great job on explaining the different platforms to enable people to choose what fits them best! As for me, I'm here for all of it! ♥

[@carbooth49]

Wow amazing Card. Love how you used the negative of the stalks to create more depth. Well done ❤

[@Julie.CreativeCardDesign]

I especially like that part to!

[@debraschenz]

Really like your cards! Be kind...Be positive...love one another! ❤Jesus loves us all❤

[@barbborja1910]

Dawn, I love the way your card turned out. It looks fantastic. I also enjoyed, and 100% agree with, your TED talk. I have never understood why people leave horrible, nasty comments on any platform in social media. Then again, I don’t understand the Karen/Kevin’s of the world either. I’m not sure what happened, but know that I appreciate you and your content very much. You are endlessly talented and I always learn so much from your videos. Thank you.

[@athomeink4189]

Such a cute card. I absolutely love your Kelly impersonation! Thanks, Dawn! You are so awesome!

[@denisestine2141]

Can I just say I love your card!!! And I could watch you (and a few others, including Kelly) create all day long, I dont care how long the video is! I always learn something new. I totally agree on the social media bit, and my opinion is .....if you can't say something nice, dont say anything at all!! If you don't like something MOVE on... don't comment, don't thumbs down, just move on. If we all liked the same things & learned the same way the world would be very boring!!! TYFS

[@sharonmeredith4321]

I agree with everything you said! Love how you used your negative die cut to fill in your background. I’ve never seen that done. Big fan of Kelly’s. That’s how I found you. ❤

[@charlenecundy1690]

You are such a great teacher❤ I learn from you even though I’ve been crafting since 2008 😮thank you so much for your words , there are great for everyone , so adorable ❤

[@Born-wild]

Omg dawn you are legend …… much love I shall forever know you as Yoda xxx

[@francessheegog7500]

Thank you for your chat. I, too, am a private person and don't comment very often so I am grateful for your encouragement to leave positive posts. I also loved you summary of the content on the social media platforms so I can use the one(s) that most suit the way I want to receive content and interact (or not) with the community. For me, it was a very helpful post. Thank you!!

[@99zanne]

I was taught manners as a young child - and when it comes to PERSONAL comments, here are the questions you ask yourself BEFORE you open your mouth: what you are about to say, is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary? If you can't say yes to all three, DON'T say it! This isn't rocket science, but I really think everyone believes they have an a G-d given right to criticize and offer opinions about others because they themselves are so smart and so special! There seems to be no respect for the differences among our cultures AND the opinions of OTHER ppl. Enjoyed this and your work is gorgeous. OTH, I'm NOT going to do all that coloring - but you make it look easy! TFS.

[@barbarasmith4600]

Beautifully said! Awesome card

[@peacefulcat8]

Every time I watch one of your videos, I feel like I learn something new. Not only that, your sense of humor always makes me chuckle, and for that reason I'm always delighted when I see you have a new video. I've been meaning to comment and your chat gave me the little push to do it. I'm just amazed when people are willing to put themselves out there. Thanks for sharing your talent, knowledges, and yourself!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you so much! The fact that I can make you laugh is icing on the cake! 🥰

[@maryannp8400]

absolutely loved this card. the coloring, the using the negative from the diecuts, the ink blending, and the scene building was all fantastic. I think you are correct that no one would say those negative comments in person. I wonder about those who do leave negative comments and what they think they are accomplishing by doing it.

[@KellyTaylorCards]

Absolutely love everything about this! You channeled beautifully 😘

[@csroyal1]

Love this card! Love, even more, your thoughtful, honest 'chat'. If only we could tag those that need to hear it! Always look forward to your videos, as well as Kelly's.

[@debradrake1916]

Wow! I really like how you used your negative of die cuts for stenciling. Your explanation of coloring and shading is clear too. Thanks! Also- you are diplomatic and kind in explaining how social media works. Awesome video!

[@bonniechesbrough5594]

Love the card !! I learned so much. Using the negative space to make the corn stalks awesome. Chopping the birds legs so cool. Simple things but I would not have thought about it. Love the talk. You are so right. Be kind !!!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you!

[@reneecassidy7279]

That scarecrow is adorable!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Isn’t he? 😍 Thank you so much!

[@janbrandt3739]

You are so fabulous as an artist and as a person! Thank you so much for sharing both! And I love you saying your channeling Kelly! (I love her too!)

[@joanner1584]

Great Ted talk. I love how you described what each social media platform is best depending on what your looking for. Also, I love this sweet little scarecrow and the scene. Gorgeous.

[@tracyrenner9490]

You are spot on regarding social media! I love all your tutorials and greatly appreciate the content and valuable tips and tricks you provide

[@suestruenkmann4403]

Love this card and I love Kelly too. ❤

[@denabaker806]

If you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all Right??? I can't believe some of the rude things people say😮Also great card and I love Kelly so much!!!! Such a fan🎉❤

[@christinebishop5419]

Hi Dawn, Great tribute to Kelly!! I enjoyed your chit chat. You are spot on explaining the various social media platforms. I prefer the way you and Kelly teach in your videos. I learn so much from the both of you. Oh yeah, I loved your card! LOL Beautiful details! I also agree with you about the rudeness of people. You are graciously giving your time to teach us. I appreciate your time!! I know there are a lot of us who watch your videos appreciate you. Please keep doing videos. I love your humor! I watch your videos twice, once to laugh with you and secondly to learn what you are teaching us!! 😂

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

I’m not going anywhere! I appreciate your kind words and hope I can continue not to disappoint! 💞

[@ematthews3267]

Great video and chat subject. It has always amazed me when reading comments, especially nasty ones we the viewer have the power to turn off if we aren't enjoying the video for whatever reason. As previously written 'if you can't say something nice don't say anything'. The advice on where to look for appropriate styles of video was perfect. I actually hit play as I thought the colouring looked very Kelly like😂, you are both very very talented. Ex

[@smd4646]

I love your card and your commentary. It was so on target to what I think as well. Great job, thank you!

[@jillbarger2593]

I have been a fan of Kelly Taylor for years now. I've often heard her speak glowingly of you and your work. For whatever reason, I just never followed up on her recommendation to watch your channel until today. I am blown away by what you show in your videos and how succinctly you describe what you are doing. Dawn, you have a new fan!

[@conniesobczak2177]

Beautiful, your coloring and inking is wow,ty loved your message ,

[@ninameeker4323]

Well said. Well done.

[@sallyhill6565]

Love your Kelly style story telling. Always love your cards! 😊❤

[@Via_Von]

Sea sponge for texture!! Oh! My! Word! I use it with watercolour and never ever thought to use it with inks like that - totally brilliant! Thank you, Dawn! 🤗♥️❣️👏🏻 I have watched Kelly ever since my friend, Theresa Petermann, referred me to her for alcohol marker tutorial. She's pretty amazing, as are you! 🤩 I love the way you've used the die cut trash as a stencil for building your scene more fully - that's pretty brilliant too. Thank you. 😍 Unfortunately, today's world has become less tolerant overall but, because of the distance and relative anonymity of social media, it's become pretty well grounded. We can pray your thoughtful commentary will land where needed. 🙏🏻💙🤗

[@littleluluscraps]

Honestly Dawn, I think what you talked about should be a video in and of itself. You made so many good points and did such great job with the delivery of your gentle reminder to be kind with our words. This scarecrow scene is "Wow!" You made it look easy enough for us entry level colorists 😂 Thanks!

[@tarynbryans9903]

Thank you. You are one of my favorite creators and I like and respect you even more after this chit chat. I watch every video you have posted for years. w plus 9 was the first stamp I ever bought. The “you lift me up” set with the cute giraffe. Thanks Dawn!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

🥰 Awe, thank you for sharing that with me!

[@michelleyungbauer9327]

Wonderful card & super cute!!! You always inspire… very much appreciate your time & hard work you put into your videos. You keep it real, fantastic personality & so agree about respecting people!! Loved your chat, kindness is a gift you can share that adds smiles to many faces! 😃😄😁

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you so much for those very kind words! ❤ And you summed it up perfectly, respect. We used to start from a stance of giving respect until someone lost it. You don’t have to like everyone or everything, you don’t even have to feign kindness, just be respectful. And that can be as simple as just - moving on.

[@sibylleherbe8260]

Golly I love your videos. That scarecrow is hilarious and I love what you did with this card. You have such wisdom and what you said was absolutely spot on. Thank you for sharing your talent. 😊

[@DeeRickard]

Thank you for all the information, You are awesome.

[@cardsbycolie]

Adding the dark leaves thru the die cut was brilliant! That really added soooo much to the card. Great convo, and I'm on the same page. Great tips! TFS. Also, I'm a huge Kelly fan too, soooo I feel like I hear about you as well. All great things!!

[@Harleylady2000-Teresa]

I watched this on the big screen and wanted to tell you how much I just love this card thank you 💐

[@rennieneasey-oconnell6064]

I just adore your tutorials, Dawn… sending love from Australia!

[@ann-marieo.5359]

Absolutely stunning card! I love how you used the corn stakes in the background, genius! My Mother taught me- if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything 😊

[@nataliepollino7323]

I absolutely love watching you color ❤

[@thecraftedword]

Brilliant video and I'm in love with your corn stalks. In LOVE. Your eye for detail is awesome. Thank you for sharing your creativity. 🧡

[@magicmabsk.5152]

Newish here. You are a great teacher. Love your style and I've learned so much!

[@pconan1]

❤❤Wow I hope you reach every person in the world. Your message is spot on! Your talent, like I’ve said before astounds me. I love your craft!❤❤

[@shelleyd1177]

Beautiful card. Thank you so much for spending your time teaching us your craft.

[@sarahhunziker4162]

I like that you explained the options available for learning. I realized a while back that I am not a watcher of lives. I feel they are like watching Romper Room from my childhood. So thank you.

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

😂😂😂 I love it! I’ll never be able to watch them the same now. 😂

[@bakaderka1]

Wow! Love your thoughts…..and your humor! I hope people take your words to heart!😍 I love how you were channeling Kelly! You both are great and I learn something new in every video!

[@bethholt2245]

I can’t get over the amount of details you added that just kept making the card even better! I love your explanation of the different SM platforms. No wonder I gravitate to YT more than others!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thanks so much! 🙂

[@karenstrickland9566]

Love the scene. You are so creative and i enjoyed your sharing your point of view about being positive with one another.

[@danniowen3351]

I don't normally comment, I like to watch and learn! But your appraoch to social media was spot on, good reminder, Cheers to you for throwing that out there!!!!

[@AllisonCopeDesigns]

Stunning scene Dawn! Loved the entire video!

[@JenniferSKinney]

Great thoughts on social media and finding what you’re looking for. Didn’t come across to me as finger wagging at all - just a good reminder for us all. ❤

[@Julie.CreativeCardDesign]

Great card! Thanks for sharing all of your tips. Also, the chat was fantastic as well.

[@BerniBernsify]

Well obviously someone is in the cornfield with a flashlight 🔦 on the scarecrow, that's why there are 2 sources of light 😆 this looks amazing!! Thanks for the video. Wow those people leaving comments just "don't get it" when it comes to the lives. Good thing you explained it to them, some people think everything revolves around they way they expect it and don't realize they need to do a little bit of work to figure out what fits them. Well I dunno, unfortunately, there's plenty of trolls whose sole purpose is to crush spirits 😳

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

😂 well obviously!

[@leeannoneil207]

Wow! Love the lighting as well as the depth you were able to created. Thank you for message about social media too.

[@ellenbornstein7203]

another AMAZING card and a lovely reminder to be kind.

[@deborahsanders8564]

Beautiful card! Great comments too.

[@MarilynMFisher]

Hi, Dawn. Love this card and your style of creating. I’m not the best colorist and am learning a lot from watching your videos. Recently found you through Amy Rysavy, one of my fave makers. I totally agree with your message today and try to always live by the Golden Rule. Thanks for sharing!

[@carlavincent1323]

I thought this was Kelly's card when I first saw it. I love the depth that you were able to achieve.

[@Kathycamps]

Such an awesome card!

[@CariPoscente]

Very well said!! I found your channel through Kelly’s channel and LOVE her. I find it very irritating if people make negative comments about “story time”. My mother taught me, “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all”, sadly too many people think that doesn’t apply to them however karma is a *#•~!$. I always say, people like that have to live with themselves and that’s much worse than a few words lol!!! Thank you for sharing your talents and time, I appreciate you and your channel more than I can put into words 😊

[@annschnurr7425]

That was amazing! Thanks for the talk

[@ArleneVerissimo]

Thank you. Love the card and all your videos. Anymore stitchmas videos

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you! And yes, there will be more. I’m working in real time, so I’m trying to mix it up a little too. Don’t want to get burned out on it. 😘

[@ArleneVerissimo]

@@dawnwoleslagle9561 Thank you appreciate it

[@CreatewithKaye]

Love Kelly!!! But loveeeee this message so much more as a KZbin creator it is so hard to put yourself out there sometimes!!

[@gigiandrews5327]

Great card!! I’m so new to coloring with markers…thanks for all the tips. ❤️❤️

[@sass818]

Absolutely love your creativity and you always make me giggle. Thank you for sharing, hugs

[@JPTBus]

Girl, yes, on the lives. I have a new BFF (she has no idea, btw) from watching her lives! 😂😂. And she’s in the UK, and I’m in the US.

[@dianelorello6938]

Cute card. Excellent coloring.

[@evavrs]

Love all your videos!

[@rhondasarcone6822]

Interested in how you got rid of the white shadow, how you shortened birds legs and how you used the negative as a stencil.

[@pageeadams]

I LOVE how you used the negative space from the cornstalk die to color the background!! I’ve never seen that before and it added the perfect depth!!

[@MrsTitina]

Such a sweet video and a beautiful illustration ❤

[@michellegamble6732]

I agree with wall the other comments.

[@kathyriebesell9527]

Love the process of making this card! Learned so much about back shadows. Thanks!

[@Edalex84]

Wow I absolutely love this you're so talented! ❤

[@andrealavigne7824]

I think Kelly should be proud of your impression of her, Dawn! :) I love how your card came out, & the crafty chat was right on point. You are a lot less finger-waggy than I am, for sure. LOL It really gets to me how rude people can be, not only to creators, but sometimes to commenters! I recently called out a woman on another crafter's video who left the rudest replies on two different comments. And yes, I left some positivity there, as well. :) Sometimes I can manage to bite my fingers (as opposed to biting my tongue, which I don't type with), but other times, I just can't leave it. As I said, you are probably much nicer than I am, even though I try not to counter rudeness with rudeness. I do tend to be direct, though. Anyway, thank you for all you do, for the content you create, & just for being who & how you are! Another crafter I like is Nichol Spohr. I especially love how proud & excited she gets about her work. If she thinks something looks good or went well, she is not afraid to say so. No hemming or hawing or emphasizing her mistakes. Although she will point out things she feels were poor decisions & what she would do differently. Like you, she seems to like to emphasize teaching. And she does do good work! Just wanted to give her a shout-out, in case any of your other viewers haven't found her. Thank you for sharing your artistry, Dawn. Take care, & have an awesome day! :)

[@olivemaycards]

I’ve been really enjoying your videos for the last couple of months even though my patience is about a tenth yours and the things you make easy are really hard for me! I love your style and the details you add to your cards. You and Penny Black’s Jill PB&J videos convince me I can enjoy watercolor but I cannot! (yet). Re: comments, I think people forget that not everything is meant for them, and they don’t need to express that. The algorithm doesn’t care and only wants engagement/time in the app, so it sometimes shows things to the wrong people. All I say to myself is “this isn’t meant for me” and scroll on by.

[@Shannamakesit]

Wow, this card is outstanding! Loved the chat too! I love Kelly’s channel and watch all her videos!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

She is kind of the best. 😘

[@susies001]

You always make my day by teaching me new techniques or things I might not of thought of by myself. As far as social media I believe you should hold yourself accountable for your actions, if you wouldn’t say it to someone’s face why on earth would you say it’s at all. Eh, but I am older and the worlds different now, however, if you wouldn’t say it to your own mama perhaps you shouldn’t say it at all.

[@shereehoshing9827]

Great content and message, Hope the intent was well received. Thank you

[@sheridanielson3740]

Love this card!! Great job of coloring and explaining. I've been stamping for over 20 years but I have never heard of treating the cardstock. Please explain that

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thanks! In regards to heat embossing, treating the cardstock usually refers to using an anti-static powder tool or bag on the cardstock before stamping. It keeps the embossing powder from sticking in stray areas due to static electricity or oils from finger prints and such. 😉

[@sheridanielson3740]

oh of course. Just never heard of it said quite that way!! Just was doing that 15 minutes ago!! @@dawnwoleslagle9561

[@sheridanielson3740]

@@dawnwoleslagle9561 ok of course but never heard it called treating the cardstock! Thought there was something new!

[@angelasprouse4992]

Amazing!!

[@scubajenn5]

I enjoy the KZbin community! I like to learn from different crafters like you & our girl Kelly!❤ I HAD to have this stamp set!!! I love seeing your creativity in all mediums!🎉

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Thank you! And I appreciate you taking the time to let me know! ❤

[@scubajenn5]

Watching this for the second time as my stamp set has arrived & I LOVE this even more!! Great tips forbthe corn stalks in the background & the tree line!!

[@kiminalaska9363]

Very cute card I was glad you added corn stalks because it was looking pretty sparse. I have watched Kelly for years now and really enjoy her style and story time. She is always talking about you but this is the first time I have watched one of your videos. I really enjoyed it

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

Yeah, I couldn’t just leave him literally hangin out there all by himself! 😂

[@marioneastman6066]

That is the cutest card and so well coloured. I only found out about your channel from watching Kelly's videos. I want to say that you both have inspired me and after I watched you colour the barrels I had to get myself some sea sponge. Do you dampen the sea sponge each time or do your let them dry out and use them dry? Thanks for the great video!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

So glad to hear that! I don’t dampen the sponge…I use it dry. I’m also lazy and only wash it when absolutely necessary.

[@annesmith1718]

I’m just stunned by the coloring you did on those corn stalks. The whole thing is so well done.❤

[@terigrand6517]

Agree with everything you said

[@CupAndInk]

Great card and thanks for showing great tips along the way, including the use of the negative to create more stalks in the background. Kudos as well for speaking regarding the power of words (and what the different platforms do best).🌺

[@brandonschwarz5024]

Love this card. I wouldn’t have ever thought to use the negative die cut as a stencil with copics. I might have done ink blending but never thought about copics.

[@krystal345100]

Love this Dawn! He came out great!!

[@michellemybelle22]

Hi have I missed which cardstock you prefer for blending? I know this is a boring detail, but I get such different results depending and I can’t think of a better source for a preference! Love your work and instruction TYSM!

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

I really like Neenah 80 lb Super Smooth.

[@lorfrsal]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@melissakuepfer5468]

Reading the comments, I just want to say.....what they said.....

[@DarkMatterZine]

I appreciate the lecture. It puts me in my place as a disabled person for whom disability access is a problem in all the ways you mention but especially in the ways where you talk about community being available. Thank you. I’m opting out of the “crafting community”. It’s less distressing than being told how I might access community in such a manner.

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

I hope it didn’t come across as a lecture, per se, just a reminder. We all have different desires in what we want, and that is completely OK! That’s why it’s so wonderful that we have so many different formats to consume and receive content. I enjoy your comments and wit, and would hate to have you leave. You’d be missed! ❤

[@DarkMatterZine]

@@dawnwoleslagle9561 actually it came across as “you can do this, it’s easy for me”. I’ve been crying ever since and I’ve withdrawn from every craft group and I’ve been unfollowing craft people. You know why I can’t watch lives? because I can’t read the text so there are conversations I can’t follow. And I can’t put on a live in the craft room and follow along while I craft because I can’t see ANYTHING, I’m solely relying on audio if I’m not sitting right over my ipad on the couch. I struggle to craft. I REALLY struggle. My husband and I are looking at magnifiers and stuff that might make it easier. Then you come along and say “don’t you dare critique trends in crafting” while also saying “this is easy for me and for nondisabled people so you should do X if you want Y’ Well I want community, I try bloody hard. But I’m not welcome because I’m disabled. I’m vision imapired - see my insta photos of my seeing eye dog - and I’m on the autism spectrum so a talking head directly facing the screen talking at me is really confronting and uncomfortable. But you’ve made it clear the crafting “community” is not for me. Thanks. I’ve wasted 4 years trying to be part of the community and I’ll stop now.

[@dawnwoleslagle9561]

I am truly sorry that I made you feel that way. I will take responsibility for how I made you feel. Please know that my commentary was not aimed at you or those with accessibility issues. In fact, as I type this, my husband is researching options to connect his audio from conference zooms directly to his hearing aids. I simply wanted to point out that there are a lot of different formats to provide for different desires - and to make sure that you are choosing the format that best fits you. It doesn’t sound like this applies to you. I do honestly look forward to your visits and comments, and feel like you are part of this community. I truly hope that you will reconsider. And if I have irreparably damaged this community for you, please don’t let that taint other crafty communities for you. 💞

[@DarkMatterZine]

@@dawnwoleslagle9561 You were very clear. You didn’t like my criticism of a TREND on Stamp Junkies so you’re lecturing me here. Your husband having a hearing impairment does not excuse you nor does it make me feel at all welcome in your closed community.

[@DarkMatterZine]

PS on Stamp Junkies I posted as me, here I post as my website because switching accounts is too hard.