Stencil Hack You Need NOW!

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Have you used a Gelli plate as a sticky mat? Did it work for you?

[@shirleyb2896]

Works well for me. Much better than silicone mats. And I get the added bonus of having ink already on the plate when I go to print with it again.

[@carolloye3700]

Awesome❣️ TFS💖

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thanks for watching!💕

[@sharrondaniel7847]

That's wonderful of everyone sending cards. We should put all our local rest homes in a place to be on a list for cards. I know what a difference it could make. They would love to know people are interested in them.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

I live in the largest retirement community in the world. We have over 130,000 retirees living an active lifestyle. We have many assisted living and nursing homes near us.

[@stellaolejar9007]

@sharrondaniel7847 - please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to send out a box of my hand made cards. You are right there is nothing as nice as receiving a lovely card.

[@kristinekerr3688]

@@villagecardandcrafts do you live in Florida by chance?

[@villagecardandcrafts]

@kristinekerr3688 yes! Central Florida

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

Wonderful work ❤

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thank you! 🩵

[@anaraposo0857]

What a cute card. I love when people go above and beyond, that made me smile that everyone sent those cards to the nursing home. Thank you Heidi.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thank you so much!😊

[@Dltp259]

I’ve always donated my cards. Then I can just make more to give!❤❤❤

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Great attitude!! You are spreading love! ❤️

[@mitzip2748]

I haven't used the embossed stencil technique in quite some time so thank you so much for the reminder! You, too, are pho-nomenal!

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Awwww thank you! 😊

[@Harleylady2000-Teresa]

So happy to see you looked forward to seeing your plan for today fantastic as usual thank you for all that you do. loved your cards and techniques 💜💜💜💐💐💐💐

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thank you so much! I wasnt sure I’d get it done. The storms yesterday were pretty wicked and this was only a tropical storm! Roads will be a mess today. Oh well! The grass appreciates the rain! 😂

[@clc46226]

I love this idea. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent Wendy.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thanks so much 😊. I’m glad you like it!

[@lindasimas4834]

Thanks for the new idea to use my stencils

[@villagecardandcrafts]

You’re welcome! Have fun!

[@sharonpimento3257]

I donate and / or give away 98% of my cards. It's great satisfaction.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

That’s terrific! 💕

[@michelegourd5742]

I think it is great that so many sent cards. I also sent some and will sent some more. Like your card!! I have used the Geli plate and it worked fine for me. I also got a sticky mat from amazon 6.5x8.5 Grip Mat with Printed Guides,Multi-Use Non-Slip Sticky Mats Fit in original-size Stamp Positioning Tool,Photopolymer Mat for Centering & Aligning Tape-free Stenciling Ink Blending and it works great also. I can put it in my stamping platform also. It was only $13.00

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Wow! Thats a deal. 🩵

[@Buncobuddy]

Thanks for the stencil idea. Stay safe in this storm heading to Central Florida.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thanks for watching! Pretty nasty storms yesterday, but all is well. Thank you! 😊

[@shirleyb2896]

I have done this technique before and found that I got great results when I put cardstock on both sides of the stencil. 2 for 1!! Additional results can be gained by using alcohol ink on the stencil, then lightly spritzing the stencil with alcohol before running the sandwich through the die cut machine.

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Thanks for the tips! 🩷

[@mzp6620]

I have a geli plate but I haven't tried it for a sticky mat. I just use my hands and hold it down ha ha (yep..I get inky!) ;) You almost persuade me to get on FB. I use to be on there years and years ago, but it ended up being a time waster for me. I had to remove myself for my own sanity. 😂 PS I like your Pooh poster, I have Underdog in my craft room. **and by room I mean the pit of despair aka the unfinished basement. hehhehee

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Welcome back to FB! My whole room is decorated with Pooh bear and friends! 🩷

[@kerrymcgregor9771]

❤

[@suewietsma8585]

What is a good pen marker for white highlights?

[@villagecardandcrafts]

Hello! This is the one I use. amzn.to/3WQuM1Q