Current Make N Takes: November 30 - December 5

Hello Paper Crafters! Have you seen the new Make N Takes we have for you to create?

Haven't heard about our Make N Takes? Each week Creations Galore offers three new, gorgeous cards for you to create. Each card is only $2 and includes all the tools and materials needed to create it. Just bring along your own adhesive. This is perfect for beginner to advanced card makers. It's self paced with step-by-step instructions, someone is on hand to demonstrate if needed, and it always includes new products and techniques for everyone to try!

Stop into Creations Galore any time during store hours -- The Make N Take station is always open! We recommend coming in at least one hour before close. For more information, feel free to give us a call at (920) 983-0033. 

This weeks cards will be available until 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 5th.

Card One: Joyous Christmas Greetings

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Penny Black, Vintage Market Street Stamps. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Distress Ink (Broken China, Faded Jeans), Signo Uni-ball (White).

Card Two: Floral Thank You Card

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut, Northwoods (Watercolor). Stamps: Stamps By Judith, JustRite. Inks: StazOn (Jet Black), Tombow Markers, Pearl Pen (Black).

Card Three: Birthday Robots

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Stamps: Stampendous. Inks: VersaFine (Onyx Black), Prismacolor Pencils.

Featured Product: Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits Blending Kit

We're in love with the Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits Blending Kit by Inky Antics! It's absolutely the best blending medium for colored pencils. 

Gamsol is a brand of artist-grade odorless mineral spirits, which they've packaged into a convenient, sponge-top dabber bottle. This "magical" liquid results in a pretty, almost watercolor-like look since it essentially melts the pencil lines and erases their grainy appearance. 

Simply color in your stamped image with colored pencils, and apply Gamsol using the blending stumps. Please note: This technique is used for regular colored pencils, not watercolor pencils. We suggest Prismacolor Pencils. It's so easy to learn and really makes a huge impact in your artwork! 

Click here to download a free step-by-step technique sheet, or watch the video tutorial below:

Purchase your kit in our online store today! The kit includes:

• 2 oz. bottle Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits
• Blending stumps in sizes #2 and #4
• Full-color instructions
• Sandpaper Pad

This Week's Make N Takes

Why hello friends. Nicole here with a little confession... I'm a day late sharing this week's Make N Takes and apologize greatly. Last week, I had a problem with my camera, and yesterday I forgot my laptop at home. Wowza! I'll admit my technology dependence! Next week I'll work extra hard to get these posted early for you! Let's even shoot for Sunday! 

Now let's get on to the three cards. Stop into Creations Galore through Saturday, April 28th to make one, two, or all three! We'll supply all the materials, tools, stamps, and ink, along with step-by-step instructions and be on hand to help. All you need to bring along is your favorite adhesive and some foam risers! For more information about the techniques used on each card, visit our Make N Take page.

Card One: Birthday Gift Card Holder

With pocket for a personal message and gift card:

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Bazzill. Patterned Paper: Bo Bunny (Blue Dot). Scalloped Circles: Paper Cut. Stamps: Penny Black. Inks: Memento (Tuxedo Black), VersaColor (Orchid), Prismacolor Pencils with Inky Antics Gamsol Kit. Brads: Gary Berlin.

Card Two: Happy Mother's Day

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut. Patterned Paper: Cosmo Cricket (Anna), We R Memory Keepers (Phraseology). Stamps: Northwoods. Inks: Adirondack (Espresso), Colorbox (Black). Die: QuicKutz 4x4 Die (Sew). Punch: Marvy (Scalloped Circle)

Card Three: Owl Be Right Over

SUPPLIES Cardstock: Paper Cut (Fossil, White). Stamps: Market Street Stamps (Night Owls). Inks: Copic Markers, Memento (Tuxedo Black), Sakura Gelly Roll Pen (White). Twine: We R Memory Keepers (Baker's Twine Tertiary).

Nicole Note: This Night Owls Stamp Set from Market Street Stamps has a variety of owls, sentiments, and accessories... including this coffee cup addition! You'll be able to personalize your card.

Thanks for checking out this week's cards. We hope to see you in the store soon to create!