I quit my cushy tech job to make greeting cards

Thank you so much for watching my very first YouTube video -- your support means the world to me! Be sure to hit subscribe if you'd like to join me on this new journey!

———C O N N E C T W I T H M E ! ———

——— S U P P L I E S ———

• CM655 Seaside Highway HeroScape

• Hero Arts Nesting RECTANGLE DIES DI198 – Simon Says Stamp

• Cricut Joy Machine

• True White Glass Craft Mat

• Scor-Pal Scoring Board

• Sizzix Big Shot Plus Cutting/Embossing Machine

• MISTI Stamping Tool - The Most Incredible Stamp Tool Invented - Black

• Fiskars Paper Trimmer 12 in.

• Fiskars SPRING-ASSIST SCISSORS

• Hero Arts Tools REVERSE GRIP TWEEZERS

• Crafter's Tape Permanent Glue Runner

• 6 Inch Real Bone Folder

• Gina K Designs LARGE CONNECT GLUE Adhesive 2 Ounces

• Gina K Designs FINE TIP BOTTLES – Simon Says Stamp

• Ink Blending Tool and (2) 10-Pack of Replacement Domed Applicators

• Hero Tools Ink Blending Brush Medium

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad MOWED LAWN

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad RUSTIC WILDERNESS

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad PUMICE STONE

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad SALTY OCEAN

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad PRIZE RIBBON

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad WILTED VIOLET

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad WILD HONEY

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad CARVED PUMPKIN

• Distress Oxide Ink Pad PICKED RASPBERRY

• Ink Pad Carousel

• Slim Storage Shelf for Ink Pads (36-120 Slots)

• Distress Ink Pad Holder/Storage Rack | Stamp-n-Storage

Copyright Details:
No copyright infringement is intended by this video. This video includes short clips from The Hills television show owned by MTV/Paramount and used for the purposes of this video under Fair Use. The video also includes a snippet of the song Unwritten performed by Natasha Bedingfield (C) Copyright EMI Blackwood Music Inc. and Gator Baby.

[deeheacock]

I saw your TikTok on your craft room and you will need more storage 😁😁😁. Welcome to the card making cult.

[christiedecker]

I have not seen any creator do this, but I find it helpful: If when you want to pounce off the excess so your brush is much less saturated, instead of doing it on scrap paper or a glass mat or something else, do it on the INSIDE of your ink's cover. It will stay moist, when you need a bit of ink you can use it and not waste it. Now I realize some aren't concerned about wasting their inks by brushing off, but some of us must watch our pennies so our dollars will take care of themselves. And if you immediately put your brush into the plastic sleeve, it will also stay moist, and you can use that for light shading or coloring. Blessings!

[spongebobsqueeze]

Great job, Years ago I used to design and make eye catching, humorous…business cards for my friends. Before that I put people I knew on national magazine covers with a story line tag and shadow boxed the magazines. I forgot how much fun it was until I saw your video!

[Schatzie]

I can’t believe this is your first YouTube video. You are a natural. Great voice, great pacing, great tutorial. Wishing you much success in your new venture.

[Homechefsteph]

Yes, please! Would love a Cricuit tutorial!

[aufan]

Ralph, rule number one in stamping! There are no mistakes, we’re human, not a machine. That’s what makes our cards so special. Love your videos. Here from Alabama, with lots of family in Texas…. Love Austin. 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[dawnthomas]

My kids make fun of the way I say water I grew up in Maryland. They grew up in Missouri. Also, I have that stamp and I’m gonna pull it out and use it now. Thanks for the inspiration. On the same note of inspirational videos, finally inspired me to take my Cricut Joy out of the box and use it. I love it. I have an explore air two and a maker, but this is great to take with me on crops or just pulled of the desk and use as well.

[thewanderlees]

Content for future: studio tour, organization of your supplies, Top 5 favorite tools, where you get your tools too!

[TitianTopsyTurvy]

Hi Ralph, your first YouTube card tutorial was excellent. You have a lovely relaxing voice and you explained your process clearly and succinctly. I look forward to watching many more of your videos in the furure. ❤

[Sparkle-Pony]

🎉Congratulations on your exciting new journey and welcome to Youtube.
❤ 🇦🇺

[KellyTaylorCards]

From one "I quit my job" creator to another. It's terrifying. I wish you the best of luck, it's going to be great. You're gonna be great. The craft community is the best ❤

[trinabaker]

I would love the bouquet of flower one ... !

[conniewilson]

I didn’t know about that Cricut machine and have never seen any other maker do a custom sentiment. I would love to see more. Maybe even a series.??? Anyway, welcome and best of luck to you. Lovely card. More, please!

[judygarretson]

So glad you are on you tube!! Welcome!! There are lots of us out here.

[charlotteminichiello]

Did a great job, I’m 77 been making cards for years so fun and relaxing. Will be watching you thanks

[username]

Yesss!! I loveee that you have a YouTube channel! Excited to catch it early! ☺️🥰😍😍
Love your videos, especially on Instagram, and your cards!!! can you please do a video on supplies and how to use them and the different brands. Also go through your journey of what you got first and what you think are the most essential!

[cordeliaalderman]

Welcome to the bottom of the rabbit hole! It's pretty crowded down here! I look forward to seeing your creations.

[t.s]

Wow! I am totally impressed with you! Great first video, clear, precise and great presence. You have done what so many of us want or wish we could do. I would love to see a circuit video using the original machine. I don't have a new style, fancy one, but I have forbidden my self the luxury of buying one more machine. Good luck on your endeavor, keep those videos coming and get yourself some high power sponsors (and feel great doing it!). 💗💗

[thispapercloud]

Hello from another former tech worker
As someone who recently took this leap too, I'm happy to see another face on YouTube in the same boat! I wish you all the joys from this big decision! You're going to do great! :D

[molchmolchmolchmolch]

What a lovely thing for him to notice and then gift you heat embossing gun. That's great partnering. ❤ Also love to hear the inspiration behind your designs