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At CraftStash we stock a huge range of alcohol marker pens and we're often asked by our customers for tips on how to get the best results when colouring with alcohol markers. In this beginner's guide to smooth colouring with Copic alcohol markers, Faye Wynne Jones share's her tips for getting the best results.

Folding Techniques - Z Fold Card Tutorial. Fancy-fold cards are always show-stopping cards that will be proudly displayed on the mantelpiece, and a Z fold card is an incredibly easy fancy fold card blank to create.

Practical die-cutting tips and tricks for you, whether you are a beginner or more advanced there are always new die-cutting tips and techniques to learn. Die-cutting is fun, creative and there is so much inspiration available to help you make beautiful cards and craft projects.

Paper-piecing is a great way to add some colour and interest to an intricate or scenic die. In case you aren't familiar with paper-piecing (which is also a quilting technique...

The latest issue of Die-Cutting Essentials is on sale now! Grab your copy and get this summery Scenic Swallow 2-piece die set with your magazine: Sue Hughes and Sandra Rayner...

The latest issue of Die-Cutting Essentials is on sale now! And the summery Scenic Swallow gift that's included with the magazine is stunning, snippable, and PERFECT for paper-piecing:  Paper-piecing can...

How to Make Journaling Notebooks  You can easily make a DIY journaling notebook using an Xcut Anywhere Stapler. You can make these notebooks any size, but if you want to...

How to use Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink to create textured backgrounds Master a range of inky techniques using Distress Oxide Ink with Kim Dellow’s easy-to-follow guide. How do Distress...

Teacher Thank You Gift Tags to print! You don't need to spend a fortune on teacher's gifts! Teacher's will really appreciate a little token of thanks at the end of...

Partial Die-Cut Aperature Technique Janette shares how to make this partially die-cut aperture card with the latest Hunkydory Kit Cardmaking Collection. It's an easy technique that can be applied to...

Are you keen to start journaling but not sure what you'll need? We share a list of supplies needed to get you started on your creative journaling journey. The great...

 Hi Craftstashers! If you missed out on our weekly Facebook Live show, no worries! You can watch the replay here! Or maybe you caught the show live, but you want...