Hot Stencils & Stamps How-Tos
How To: Make an owl card with glitter and patterned paper
Learn how to make a sparkly owl card with designer paper, decals, and an owl stamp. Follow along to make one to send for a special occasion or just for fun.
How To: Do two step stamping with stamp ink of marker
This video shows how to utilize 2 step stamps. Learn how to create a layered technique that adds dimension and a professional touch to stamping projects.
How To: Use the candle technique in stamping paper
This video tutorial shows how to implement the candle technique into stamping projects. Learn how to use this technique for an interesting finish on card-making and any paper stamping crafts.
How To: Color the background of an embossed image
This video tutorial shows how to color the background of embossed paper with stamp ink. Learn how to multi-task with an embossing machine.
How To: Create a watercolor effect with stamps and markers
This video tutorial shows a technique to mock watercolor with stamps and markers. Learn how to create the look of watercolor without the mess.
How To: Make a Post-it note key chain
This video tutorial shows how to make a post it note key chain. Learn how to make a practical but cute key chain that will carry post it notes.
How To: Ink stamps with markers
This stamping tutorial teaches how to ink craft stamps with markers. Learn how to use marker ink to color stamps instead of traditional stamp ink.
How To: Attach unmounted rubber stamp sheets to cushion
This video shows how to easily attach unmounted rubber stamp sheets onto a bulk roll of mounting cushion using a quilting cutter. Learn how to mount rubber stamps onto a cushion to make you own stamps.
How To: Silkscreen polymer clay
This video shows how to get started silkscreening on polymer clay. Learn how to create a silkscreen effect to make different designs on polymer clay.
How To: Decorate metal tins with polymer clay
This video tutorial teaches how to cover metal tin with polymer clay. Learn how to decorate a small tin with polymer clay for a unique effect.
How To: Create faux wood out of polymer clay
This video tutorial instructs how to use marbling techniques to make a faux wood finish out of polymer clay. Learn how to manipulate different colors of polymer clay to create a fake wood effect. This tutorial teaches how to make a faux wood polymer clay picture frame.
How To: Make cards out of polymer clay and air dry clay
Ilysa & Kira show how to create Artist Trading Cards and Artist Cards Editions as well as Originals. They also show some things they have made using Hearty & Lumina brands of air dry polymer clay. This is a great show to learn how to get started creating your cards.
How To: Use foil paper with polymer clay
This video tutorial teaches how to use Jones Tones foil paper with polymer clay. Learn how to burnish foil paper onto polymer clay to create a unique effect.
How To: Use cane slices with polymer clay or glass
This video tutorial teaches how to craft beads and other home projects out of cane slices and polymer clay. Learn how to combine polymer clay scraps with cane slices to create a variety of handicrafts.
How To: Make ornaments out of polymer clay
This video tutorial shows how to make ornaments out of polymer clay. Learn how to decorate and design ornaments out of polymer clay for Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine's Day and other holidays.
How To: Make a mask out of polymer clay
This video tutorial teaches how to make masks out of polymer clay. Learn how to craft and decorate a mask out of polymer clay.
How To: Use gold and silver leaf with polymer clay
This how to video teaches how to use gold and silver leaf on polymer clay. Learn how to manipulate gold and silver leaf to decorate and give a unique finish to polymer clay.
How To: Use alcohol-based ink of polymer clay
This video tutorial teaches how to use alcohol-based dye inks on polymer clay. Learn how to mix the ink with the polymer clay to change the color of the clay.
How To: Use pigment ink on polymer clay
This video teaches how to use pigment ink to dye or color polymer clay. Learn how to mix colors to create custom pigments on polymer clay.
How To: Use powdered pigments on polymer clay
This video tutorial teaches how to use powdered pigment on polymer clay. Learn how to manipulate powdered pigment and how to make your own colored powders for use on polymer clay.
How To: Use polymer clay
This video tutorial instructs how to use tools to work with polymer clay. Learn how to roll, stamp, paint, and design polymer clay for a variety of arts and crafts projects.
How To: Choose colors that coordinate well for cards
Watch to learn how to use a Color Coach wheel to choose color combinations that coordinate well.
How To: Use Stampin Write markers correctly
Watch to learn how to correctly use Stampin Write markers.
How To: Make your own cards from a kit
Learn how to assemble the cards in an Inspiration Card Kit using different papers and an adhesive.
How To: Decorate your walls with no nails and no paint
Are your white walls closing in on you? Are you moving into a dorm room or have a strict landlord or parental unit? No worries, we have no-nail and no-paint wall solutions for you in this episode. This week, we will make DIY wall decals that are easy, movable and stylish. With a full wall decal guide and peeks into how other nesters DIY their wall decor.
How To: Use Stampin' Pastels
Tutorial on working with Stampin' Up! Stampin' Pastels.
How To: Make stencils
Learning how to make stencils enables you to dress up many things around your home. Meghan Carter walks you through how to make custom stencils that are easy to use. You can add personalized style to your home with these stencils.
How To: Create a punch handbag for cards
Angie Kennedy Juda shows you how to create a punch handbag to decorate greeting cards with.
How To: Make monogram key chains that hold post-it notes
Learn how to make a cool monogram key chain that holds post-it notes.
How To: Transfer an iron on design to fabric
Tea Benduhn shows you how to iron on a transfer design to fabric. Great for making t-shirts.
How To: Emboss using a stamp
Make It Mine associate editor Tea Benduhn shows you how to emboss velvet using a rubber stamp.
How To: Store unmounted rubber stamps
This video demonstrates three ways to store your unmounted rubber stamps. The video discusses using CD cases, laminated storage panels and plastic baggies. This is great for scrapbookers.
How To: Install professional looking vinyl letters
Do you need to install a sign for your business? This video segment will show you how to install self-adhesive vinyl graphics for a professional look.
How To: Do an image transfer technique using embossing enamal
Watch this video to learn how to create an image transfer using clear embossing enamel with an inkjet print.
How To: Do triple embossing
Learn how to triple emboss. Meryle Holland demonstrates embossing art from the Stitch and Creative Crafts show.
How To: Use watercolor markers on a stamp
Watch this video to learn how to fill in stamps with watercolor markers.
How To: Stencil on fabric
Make It Mine editor Linda Augsburg shows you how to stencil on fabric.
How To: Stamp your clothing
This week were hangin' out with the creative folks over at ReadyMade Magazine.Where we're gettin' the scoop inside their latest Re-Fashion issue, and taking on one of their super rad D.I.Y projects.
How To: Use perler beads
Create your own dazzling artwork or jewelry with perler beads!
How To: Use rubber stamps on homemade cards
In this series of video clips you’ll learn tips and techniques for using rubber stamps to make homemade holiday and greeting cards.