February Edition + Guest Designer | Woodblock Wednesday

Edited to Add Winner. I used random.org to pick the winners:

• $30 Gift Code – #2 – Lin Brandyberry
• $5 Gift Code – #26 – by MarDi
• $5 Gift Code – #3 – Stephanie Serrano

Yay Congrats to all THREE winners!

Please note the next Woodblock Wednesday is:

• Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Announcing that I’ll be continuing Woodblock Wednesday into 2024. Every last Wednesday of the month will be Woodblock Wednesday.

I’m back with another edition of Woodblock Wednesday! I’m so excited to announce a brand new sponsor, JessicaLynnOriginal:

JessicaLynnOriginal is having a sitewide 15% off sale. Click HERE for the code to be automatically applied or Use code: WoodBlockWeds and SAVE today!

One random linked up project will receive a $30 Gift Code to JessicaLynnOriginal. She’s also adding TWO additional prizes of $5 Gift Codes for a total of THREE winners! Make sure you check out their shop and social media, remember to give them a follow:

blog | shop | instagram | facebook | YouTube

Challenge closes on March 4 at 5 am pacific. Linky is at the bottom of this post.

• newly created project
• use a woodblock stamp as the focal point
• Please use the hashtags: #Woodblockwednesday #woodblockstamps

Let’s get to know the newest Woodblock Wednesday Sponsor, I’m super excited to announce my guest designer for this month, Jessica Lynn:

For all the details about Jessica’s ADORABLE project, please hop over to her blog HERE.

HOW I STARTED

At the tender age of four or five, I  embarked on my entrepreneurial journey, setting up my first business – a Kool-Aid stand, with a little help from my Dad. Our first stop was the grocery store, where he imparted the essential knowledge for a successful venture – the importance of sugar, cups, Kool-Aid, and more. Initially thinking it would be a breeze, I soon realized the intricacies involved, especially after my Dad delved into the varieties of sugar and their prices. Understanding the significance of factors like affordability and profitability became clear. With patience, my Dad guided me through calculating the cost of each item, leaving me with a valuable lesson that remains one of the most impactful teachings from him. My mother instilled in me a passion for creativity and granted me the artistic freedom to draw and explore my imaginative side. We entered coloring contests, art events, and her words encouraged me to use my creative brain to come up with something beyond what I ever thought I could ever do. The fusion of a business-oriented mindset with a creative spirit has propelled me into an incredible journey and adventure.

MY COMPANY

With a shared investment of one hundred dollars from my husband Aaron and me, we took the plunge and launched JessicaLynnOriginal.com Rubber Stamps. As a complementary venture, I established JLMould.etsy.com to enhance our advertising efforts and hone my skills in custom stamp design. This journey began in 2005, and as we fast-forward through the years, we’ve been fortunate to accumulate a wealth of fantastic experiences with companies and fans of my work.

Our brand has been prominently featured in various esteemed platforms, including Oprah Magazine, Milwaukee Magazine, Seasonal appearances in the Coffee Lovers Blog Hop over twenty-five times, and being showcased twice in Card Maker’s Magazine (Spring & Winter 2016). Additionally, we’ve made notable appearances in First To Find Geocaching Magazine, secured the 4th position as the Best Crafting Business in Milwaukee Alist, featured on Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee (TV), played a part in the Oscar’s Grab Bags (2012), and participated in events like Pugfest, PetExpo, Channel 10 Auctions, Craft Shows, and more. For a comprehensive overview, please visit our Press page.

Visit our Press page for more information.

WHATS NEXT?

I’ve always aspired to elevate my company to the ‘next level,’ and that moment has finally arrived. Over the past few years, I’ve dedicated my time to educating college-aged students at a university about entrepreneurship and imparting the skills to run their own businesses. Simultaneously, I’m cultivating my YouTube channel with content centered around art, adventures, and pure fun! Embracing creativity and being authentic is what I cherish most.

Two YouTube Channels:

• ArtistryinCards (New for 2023!)
• JessicaLynnOriginal Studios – Adventures and Travel with a big of creative passion.

Your steadfast support as a customer has played a pivotal role in making our business a success. We genuinely hope the items you’ve purchased bring you immense joy, and we look forward to your continued support in the future. As part of my creative journey, I’m currently documenting and illustrating a children’s book, and I’m excited to share this delightful project with you.

Here’s how I was inspired today:

These are the woodblock stamps + supplies I used in today’s projects:

• Customized design by JessicaLynnOriginal
• Memory Box – Cozy Chair [retired]
• Basic Grey – Juniper Berry

I love my new stamp! I had it made to stamp on the back of my cards but I can easily trim off my IG info and use it for a sentiment too.

I have paper pieced in a long time but wanted to use that technique for this design. That vintage memory box stamp was super easy smeasy to paper piece. I had the Juniper Berry paper pad out from an earlier project and decided to use it for a non-holiday design.

I can’t wait to see how you’re inspired! Link up your:

• newly created project
• Use a woodblock stamp as the focal point
• linky closes 5 am pacific Monday, March 4th