I'm watching a previously watched video just so I can see your beautiful face and feel you upbeat vibes. Although I miss your videos, I hope you are happy and living your best life. Just wanted you to know that your presence hasn't gone unnoticed. Have an awesome day =)
I'm brand new to papercrafting and I have to say: your channel is one of the very few I can tolerate. You have a sweet, conversational style and never take yourself too seriously. Your videos are both informative and entertaining. I know this is an "old" one, but I especially liked it.
You are wonderful! Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. But most of all, thank you for staying on task and not wasting time by talking about what your cats/dogs did or your favorite place to eat. I mean I wouldn't mind watching those kind of videos but when I'm wanting to learn, I want to learn. LOL. I've tried to watch some popular people's videos, but they're WAY long and there's only, for instance, 10 minutes of actual learning time in a 40 minute video. Yet here I am rambling on. Thank you and LOVE your videos. Especially loved the "bloopers" at the beginning. Maybe you should post a bloopers video, just for laughs.
This is one of my favorite videos! While these “bloopers” may make you cringe, they only make me like you more, and love your personality! Where would I be without knowing about the “tittle”? Thank you J.D. for all of your time and effort in producing these videos! Susan S. Thompson
“...glitter in the meatloaf.” LOL. Another classic memorable line. You are so funny. It adds a really nice, fun touch to tutorial videos about on paper crafting. Thanks for feeling free to show us yourself in these videos. You’re funny and charming, which are two of my favorite personality combinations.
popsickle sticks and toothpicks as well as little condiment cups with lids (sold at Walmart by the napkins and paper plates) I have used these for mixing paints, glitters, water down glues, pour gems or sequins in the little cups.... I'm never without these things, along with EVERYTHING you recommended.
I recently discovered your channel and am really enjoying it! I have gone back and watched some of your earlier videos. I’m still laughing at your pop-up cards video. “Fat shaming my tape” for being too wide was so funny. Also when you never thought the sentence “Snipping up into the teddy bears arm pits” would ever be said. Love your observations and sense of humor.
Before I got some glossy accents, I have used clear nail polish. I put several coats on my cut outs,it gives dimension too, the more coats you do. Little more work. But it's worth it. Love the "web" idea to cut dies. I've bought several bead style containers with dividers , cut out a bunch of different images so I have them when I need them. Especially flower,leaves, words. Etc. Thanks for sharing.
Being a total newby to the die cut world, I really appreciate any and all ideas. I'm waiting for the arrival of my Sizzix Big Shot and studying all it's different uses.
JD, I enjoy your videos. They are so fun and you pack so much information in! Part of the fun of crafting is learning new techniques and trying them. (I like the messy ones, too!)
My goodness what a ton of tricks to try - you are THE best at giving us different ways of doing something. Thanks ever so much, love watching your videos.
First time watching one of your videos. 1) LOVED THE BLOOPERS! Entertaining and educational. 2) Thanks so much for the tips & tricks. They will help a lot.
If you have some hanging around, you can use cheap UV nail gel to add colour or gloss too. No waiting because you put it under the lamp after. Just make sure to choose one without a sticky layer.
createinspain : I knew there was a reason for hanging on to my UV polish and lamp even though I haven't used it for my nails in ages. Thanks for the idea!💅💡
I have been just making journals but had it in the back of my mind filed away that card making was on my list of learn to do's!! I love these die hack ideas. I will be watching more to get psyched up for making cards!!
I LOVE that you speed through the video and do a voice overlay so you don’t have to make small talk while making the die cuts etc. Why make a 30 min video when you can say everything you need to in 10?! Ain’t nobody got time for that! I love your emojis too! So funny!
I appreciate that you cover a topic in a number of different ways. You put a lot of thought into your videos. Thank you for all your work. I always feel I know enough about the topic to approach my task confidently. Sometimes I curse later... but I think I know what I'm doing when I start.
Great ideas. I'm reasonably new to die cutting, so very helpful, also like your sense of humor and being able to laugh at yourself, sounds like me, haha
Thank you JD, I loved the bloopers (which is what we all have done) and my favourite tip is the acetate over the die. Lots of ideas to try. I really thank you for all your time in creating all your videos.
Great tips and so helpful to actually see the process! If someone hasn't already mentioned, for the glitter die cut, you can use the release paper over it to press the glitter. Thanks!!😁
That web is BRILLIANT! My tip is simple. When you are cutting and embossing with a die, I keep seeing cutting first. Tape your die down. Emboss first, the tape remains in place and then you cut without it moving.
LOVE the acetate tip for shine. Thanks Tip: I use my powder tool on my intricate dies before cutting to make it easier to remove the diecuts from the dies.
Oh, my goodness! I loved the intro showing some of your struggles -- we all know the struggle is real! LOL! Hey, JD, this video is the first time I've seen you and I think every.single.thing you shared was helpful to me! I haven't done a lot with my electronic die cutting machine(s): Gemini Jr. and Cricut Explore Air, but hope to use them more in the coming months. I have tons of supplies from the 90's (seriously) and never even use my rubber stamps, embossing powders, and inks. After watching your video, I got SO EXCITED and INSPIRED to try some of your techniques with the die pieces! I never even thought of embellishing them in this way! Thank you SO much for sharing your experiences and compiling these hacks-- you have a new fan in me!
It's great watching your channel grow! I found you on Pinterest about a year ago and was so excited, I just knew you would blossom on here!!! God bless you!
JD, your compilation of crafty hacks rock as usual. You included my favorite; I simply ink my paper and then die cut the image, after the paper dries. TFS!😘✨😘
A hack I love is to fold a couple dryer sheets aplace it under your die before you fun it through and all the tiny little bits sticks to the dryer sheet! No more poking the tiny pieces out!
New to this craft and I love that you are sharing GREAT tips, I will have to try them for sure... If you don't have painters tape, my friend uses washi tape to hold down dies...
I haven't used my big shot much as i honestly thought i was doing it wrong but now i have seen you having the same problem i feel more confidence to use it! Thanks for showing the first bit!
Very interesting. There were a few there that I'd never thought about. One hack I have is for using with intricate dies. I don't have a metal shim, which apparently helps you get clean cuts and get all the pieces out when you've finished. But I've found that if I put some grease proof (baking) paper between the cardstock or paper and the die it really helps. It cuts out at the same time (so you get an extra die cut image if you want) but, more importantly, it is so easy to get everything out of the die. This has helped me so many times when I'd otherwise be stuck there for ever trying to poke out every little bit of paper. Thanks for shaing.
I'm watching a previously watched video just so I can see your beautiful face and feel you upbeat vibes. Although I miss your videos, I hope you are happy and living your best life. Just wanted you to know that your presence hasn't gone unnoticed. Have an awesome day =)
I'm brand new to papercrafting and I have to say: your channel is one of the very few I can tolerate. You have a sweet, conversational style and never take yourself too seriously. Your videos are both informative and entertaining. I know this is an "old" one, but I especially liked it.
You are wonderful! Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. But most of all, thank you for staying on task and not wasting time by talking about what your cats/dogs did or your favorite place to eat. I mean I wouldn't mind watching those kind of videos but when I'm wanting to learn, I want to learn. LOL. I've tried to watch some popular people's videos, but they're WAY long and there's only, for instance, 10 minutes of actual learning time in a 40 minute video. Yet here I am rambling on. Thank you and LOVE your videos. Especially loved the "bloopers" at the beginning. Maybe you should post a bloopers video, just for laughs.
This is one of my favorite videos! While these “bloopers” may make you cringe, they only make me like you more, and love your personality! Where would I be without knowing about the “tittle”? Thank you J.D. for all of your time and effort in producing these videos!
Susan S. Thompson
Very useful tips here. I just need more time to craft!
Using a die cut of clear acrylic to add shine was new to me. What a great idea!
Yes! Perhaps laminating would work too!
“...glitter in the meatloaf.” LOL. Another classic memorable line. You are so funny. It adds a really nice, fun touch to tutorial videos about on paper crafting. Thanks for feeling free to show us yourself in these videos. You’re funny and charming, which are two of my favorite personality combinations.
Miss your videos! Hope you and your family are healthy and well!
I love of you keep your unintended features in the videos. Showing how to correct it or to live with it. Thank you for being keeping so real.
Yeah. Even if I forget to use a gem, I think people will recognize an 'i', even with a dot.😏
Love watching you. Beautiful smile. You keep it simple
I love watching your videos. You use your talents to show us with humor. Love the personality.
popsickle sticks and toothpicks as well as little condiment cups with lids (sold at Walmart by the napkins and paper plates) I have used these for mixing paints, glitters, water down glues, pour gems or sequins in the little cups.... I'm never without these things, along with EVERYTHING you recommended.
Appreciate the comprehensive quality - and the "bloopers" at the beginning were so cute.
I recently discovered your channel and am really enjoying it! I have gone back and watched some of your earlier videos. I’m still laughing at your pop-up cards video. “Fat shaming my tape” for being too wide was so funny. Also when you never thought the sentence “Snipping up into the teddy bears arm pits” would ever be said. Love your observations and sense of humor.
Love the dipped medal look!
I learn more from you than any other show!
That die cut is so beautiful
Great hacks!!
Before I got some glossy accents, I have used clear nail polish. I put several coats on my cut outs,it gives dimension too, the more coats you do. Little more work. But it's worth it.
Love the "web" idea to cut dies. I've bought several bead style containers with dividers , cut out a bunch of different images so I have them when I need them. Especially flower,leaves, words. Etc. Thanks for sharing.
U are really a first class act... u r so smart. Thank u
Great tips thanks
Love all of these ideas!! Thanks!
love the idea of using a card handle
I love it's work of die cuts invitation cards making.
Great ideas
Thank you for the tips! I am still new to dies
These are fantastic tips! TFS!
Brilliant!
You are funny and not ashamed to admit mistakes. Go you! XXX Thanks for the tips
what a fabulous idea...using die cut acrylic on top of card stock die cuts
Being a total newby to the die cut world, I really appreciate any and all ideas. I'm waiting for the arrival of my Sizzix Big Shot and studying all it's different uses.
Another great video! I've now got new ideas with die cuts. Thank you sooo much xx👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😍😍💕💕❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
JD, I enjoy your videos. They are so fun and you pack so much information in! Part of the fun of crafting is learning new techniques and trying them. (I like the messy ones, too!)
Oh my gosh I absolutely love your videos, thank you! I feel so inspired 😊 And the glitter in the meatloaf part... superb!
Thanks for the great tips
These are helpful AND inspiring!! Thanks for sharing!!
So many great tips even for us old timers. Thanks for sharing!
My goodness what a ton of tricks to try - you are THE best at giving us different ways of doing something. Thanks ever so much, love watching your videos.
So many great tips. Thank you so much. I just hope I'll remember them!
Love the way you laugh at yourself. It makes your videos even more appealing.
Fantastics tips/reminders to get me motivated!! I especially like how you stored all your pre-cut die cuts. :)
First time watching one of your videos. 1) LOVED THE BLOOPERS! Entertaining and educational. 2) Thanks so much for the tips & tricks. They will help a lot.
Your videos are awesome 👍
Well done...many thanks for all your little tips !
If you have some hanging around, you can use cheap UV nail gel to add colour or gloss too. No waiting because you put it under the lamp after. Just make sure to choose one without a sticky layer.
createinspain : I knew there was a reason for hanging on to my UV polish and lamp even though I haven't used it for my nails in ages. Thanks for the idea!💅💡
@@vickihuffman You're welcome!
I love your idea of cutting a bunch of dies together then when you need them you can just color them & use them. Thanks for sharing. 😊
I have been just making journals but had it in the back of my mind filed away that card making was on my list of learn to do's!! I love these die hack ideas. I will be watching more to get psyched up for making cards!!
Thank you I am new to crafting and I loved all of these 💕
How WONDERFUL to have you on screen again! MISSED YOU. Please come back.
Brilliant, just brilliant. Thanks!
I have just discovered your site and I have been watching them all day! You are very informative, entertaining, and addictive!!!! Love you!!!!!
I LOVE that you speed through the video and do a voice overlay so you don’t have to make small talk while making the die cuts etc. Why make a 30 min video when you can say everything you need to in 10?! Ain’t nobody got time for that! I love your emojis too! So funny!
Thank You !!!!! You are just wonderful to watch. You are always so uplifting and happy, I love love watching you.
I''m just getting into die cutting and your info is great.
In just getting into die cutting...thank you for all the tips and tricks
You have so excellent ideas, thank you for sharing!!!
I appreciate that you cover a topic in a number of different ways. You put a lot of thought into your videos. Thank you for all your work. I always feel I know enough about the topic to approach my task confidently. Sometimes I curse later... but I think I know what I'm doing when I start.
Great info video !
So talented. Great hacks. TFS
Great ideas. I'm reasonably new to die cutting, so very helpful, also like your sense of humor and being able to laugh at yourself, sounds like me, haha
I got a couple good "hacks" ! Thanks JD !
Thank you JD, I loved the bloopers (which is what we all have done) and my favourite tip is the acetate over the die. Lots of ideas to try. I really thank you for all your time in creating all your videos.
Loved this!
LOVE this.
I love your videos. I always learn so much.
Great tips and so helpful to actually see the process! If someone hasn't already mentioned, for the glitter die cut, you can use the release paper over it to press the glitter. Thanks!!😁
TFS. Great tips. 😊
Me encabtaron tus videos gracias por tantos consejos que son utilicimos Bendiciones
That web is BRILLIANT! My tip is simple. When you are cutting and embossing with a die, I keep seeing cutting first. Tape your die down. Emboss first, the tape remains in place and then you cut without it moving.
Oh wow. The acetate hack is brilliant!! TFS!! 💚
Oh that dipped metal look!!
You are adorable! Thanks for sharing all your ideas!
great info.. I have not used each of these hacks so learning is good.
LOVE the acetate tip for shine. Thanks Tip: I use my powder tool on my intricate dies before cutting to make it easier to remove the diecuts from the dies.
Great tips! What was the dye set used for the bunnies at the end? Thanks!
the stamp set? I believe it was from mama elephant
You are down-to-earth and absolutely amazing!! Thank you so much for the continued techniques to help us get the best out of our paper crafting!!
Big, enormous THANK YOU for all the hacks, tips, and tricks. Amazing tutorial as always!!
Love these hacks. Smiles from down under 👍😃
Oh, my goodness! I loved the intro showing some of your struggles -- we all know the struggle is real! LOL! Hey, JD, this video is the first time I've seen you and I think every.single.thing you shared was helpful to me! I haven't done a lot with my electronic die cutting machine(s): Gemini Jr. and Cricut Explore Air, but hope to use them more in the coming months. I have tons of supplies from the 90's (seriously) and never even use my rubber stamps, embossing powders, and inks. After watching your video, I got SO EXCITED and INSPIRED to try some of your techniques with the die pieces! I never even thought of embellishing them in this way! Thank you SO much for sharing your experiences and compiling these hacks-- you have a new fan in me!
Thank you for your wonderful ideas!
Wonderful information.
Terrific presentation, once again!
AWESOME TIPS!!
It's great watching your channel grow! I found you on Pinterest about a year ago and was so excited, I just knew you would blossom on here!!! God bless you!
Awesome hacks. Thanks for sharing. Very helpful video.
JD, your compilation of crafty hacks rock as usual. You included my favorite; I simply ink my paper and then die cut the image, after the paper dries. TFS!😘✨😘
Great video, JD! I especially liked the acetate overlay on the die cut "hugs" - all terrific techniques!
Loved!!!!!
Thanks JD! I appreciate your time & creativity!!!
Great ideas! Easy, fast and doable, thanks.
I just found your channel & this is awesome! I'm close to buying my first die cut machine so I can't wait to use these tips! 👍🏾
Thank you for your tips and wisdom
A hack I love is to fold a couple dryer sheets aplace it under your die before you fun it through and all the tiny little bits sticks to the dryer sheet! No more poking the tiny pieces out!
thanks for sharing the techniques
No hacks..just a "thank you - your video is so helpful.
Great tips thanks for sharing love the xyron idea for putting clear film on words cant wait to try
Thank you for these great tips!
New to this craft and I love that you are sharing GREAT tips, I will have to try them for sure... If you don't have painters tape, my friend uses washi tape to hold down dies...
Great idea putting all this tips/tricks into one video! Glitter in the meatloaf...I was ROTFL! TFS JD!
I haven't used my big shot much as i honestly thought i was doing it wrong but now i have seen you having the same problem i feel more confidence to use it! Thanks for showing the first bit!
As always, I love all of what you share with us...I learn a lot!
Very interesting. There were a few there that I'd never thought about.
One hack I have is for using with intricate dies. I don't have a metal shim, which apparently helps you get clean cuts and get all the pieces out when you've finished. But I've found that if I put some grease proof (baking) paper between the cardstock or paper and the die it really helps. It cuts out at the same time (so you get an extra die cut image if you want) but, more importantly, it is so easy to get everything out of the die. This has helped me so many times when I'd otherwise be stuck there for ever trying to poke out every little bit of paper.
Thanks for shaing.
That's so smart! great tip!
Thanks, I was just about to ask about the solution to this problem and it's the first comment on the list i read. Synchronistic