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The Crafters Workshop has been our Muse this month with some stunning results!  I have been reminded just how important the correct tools are to aid our creativity. The Crafters Workshop stencil I used on the canvas above is Distressed Details, (design - Art by Marlene) using the circular portions of the various images with TCW clear modeling paste. My work table is covered with tools and I have my trusty Ikea rolling cart beside me at all times.   I wanted to share some of my go-to items with you today. When it comes to most any artwork a great pair of scissors is a MUST.   I can't say enough good things about the KAI scissors (on sale).  Perfect for any paper cutting, fancy cutting, rubber cutting, with BIG comfortable finger holes & sharp pointed blades.   Mine are 7 years old and still perfectly fine, as sharp as the day I began using them.  Trust me. they get a workout! When I need glues , I have a few fa...

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Wednesday !! I love rubber stamps , and thought I would share some things you can do with them ! This Dressform stamp is a favorite ! The above photo is the stamp used on Shrink Film , I just used Stazon ink and left it plain because I wanted a black and white theme , I think it makes the "junk" necklace fun ! You can also use the shrink film for embellishments on a card, tag or scrapbook page ! Your imagination can soar !! For card makers , it is perfect , I used a die from Altered Pages , stamped the image and used copic markers for color and then distressed with inks and  blending tool  ! A ribbon added for some texture ! Last project is a collage, can be for a journal or just an art collage ! Stamped my image and added papers and embellishments. I have to stop myself sometimes or I keep going ! For the above I also used the Punchinella , for background !If you dont have any , you should , it can be used over and over and on so ...