Jennifer Johnston

A Blooming Thank You!

Hello everyone! It’s always a special feeling to create a card that’s not just a card, but a little piece of art designed to bring a smile. Today, I’m excited to share a beautiful “Thank You” card that truly embodies the delicate charm and heartfelt sentiment I love. While you’re here, check out my classContinue reading “A Blooming Thank You!”

Dimensional Delight

Hello, crafters!! I’m loving this project. There is something truly satisfying about taking simple paper and transforming it into something that feels like an heirloom. Today’s project was created using Altenew’s October Inspiration Challenge. 😊 While my heart leans toward soft, sun-drenched pastels, I decided to pair these delicate hues with a striking background ofContinue reading “Dimensional Delight”

A Tale of Two Birds: Warm Golden Yellow vs. Cool Winter Blue

Hello, crafty friends!! These projects were created during one of my Saturday crafty gatherings. We had an amazing lesson with Pam in late September, and I love my projects. I’ll admit, I went a bit off the rails with my first project, but I tried to stay as close to the techniques from the lessonContinue reading “A Tale of Two Birds: Warm Golden Yellow vs. Cool Winter Blue”

Harvest Thanks

Hello!!! I took about 6 weeks off from crafting and I think I needed it, as my creativity got stale. Now, I’m feeling like my creative juices are-a-flowin!! 😊 Alright, this is for Altenew’s September’s release IG hop. This is a fantastic release for autumn skies and pumpkin pies. Ha!! I wanted to do somethingContinue reading “Harvest Thanks”

Altenew – July 2025 Release

Hello, fellow crafters! Today, I’m so excited to share a card that really captures that magic: it’s got these gorgeous glittery gift boxes, delicate leafy bits, and a super elegant wax seal. This project really shows how a few basic techniques, paired with some amazing crafting goodies, can come together to make something truly luxuriousContinue reading “Altenew – July 2025 Release”

A Pop of Purple: Celebrating with Anemones

Hello, fellow crafters! Today, I’m thrilled to share a beautiful birthday card project featuring stunning purple and blue anemone flowers! This design truly comes to life on a striking black background, beautifully accented with delicate splatters, giving it a touch of whimsical elegance. I used Midnight Violet and Ride the Wave fresh dye inks togetherContinue reading “A Pop of Purple: Celebrating with Anemones”

A Touch of Whimsy

Welcome to another blog post for A Place to Start. As always ANYTHING GOES w/OPTIONAL TWIST: FOR A CHILD I don’t have any stamps or dies for kids, but I do have this adorable bee. I mean, look at it! Hop on over and submit you projects at A Place to Start. I had aContinue reading “A Touch of Whimsy”

Altenew 11th Anniversary Blog Hop – Day 3

Helloooo, fellow crafters! I’m so excited to be part of Altenew’s 11 year anniversary blog hop! A warning, this is a photo heavy post. 😊 My first project is new. I had this idea while at work, of all places, and I wanted to combine an embossed die cut on top of the same stampedContinue reading “Altenew 11th Anniversary Blog Hop – Day 3”