Card - A guide to weight (gsm) and caliper (microns) Card thickness or caliper is measured in microns (1000 microns = 1 mm) but frequently sold or described by weight or gsm (grammes per square meter). Paper...
Mounts for photos and pictures -what you really need to know CONTACT US OR SEE MORE ABOUT OUR BUSINESS Types of board: Baffled by sellers terms like white core, acid free, conservation, neutral...
Anyone who makes greeting cards or scrapbooks will know just how expensive it can be buying all the lovely little things that make their items look good. Here are just a few tips to help you save your hard...
Here are some tips I picked up along the way 1. Try stamping on a lap tray I find you get a much clearer result, or you can just use a cutting board. Don't rock the stamp or it will smudge. Press firmly. 2....
How to Wrap a Box Make sure you have enough work space, then roll out the wrapping paper. Be sure you have enough paper to fit around the entire gift. Measure if necessary, leaving a few extra inches to...
Many people ask the difference between Computer Generated charts, and so called normal charts. I will do my best to explain. The main difference is in the detail, which is like sewing a photo, and that a...
You can easily make your own 3D decoupage paper for use in your own craft projects, or even try to sell them on eBay!! (providing the images you use are ok for commercial use)If you are making greeting cards,...
Learning how-to-paint? Need some help with watercolour paints, papers and brushes? I have been teaching watercolours to students for many years now. I pass on to you the basic list of materials I recommend...
Thread count is the number of threads per square inch of woven fabric. The higher the thread count, the tighter the weave, giving a softer feel to the fabric. The general wisdom is that a thread count of...
Here are a few different ways to mount and use unmounted stamps a beginners guide and also good info if you'd like to try a different method GLUE STICK METHOD I mostly use this method, it's quick, relatively...