January 2005 - Violet K.
"Folding Screen Card"
With the assistance of Carol W.

kikiloiv001@hawaii.rr.com
Mililani, HI

(Click on picture for instructions)

How long have you been stamping?
About 10 years. A co-worker and I were in a craft store and came across a demo on rubber stamping. It looked so interesting that we took an adult education class on Rubber Stamping 101 at a local high school for a semester. It was funny to see our co-workers faces when we would say 'we have to go to school tonight'. Naturally everyone thought we were taking a course to further our career until we said no, we're taking a craft class.

What is your favorite technique?
Layering with cardstock or background paper.

Favorite stamp company?
I don't have a favorite; if I like what I see, I buy.

Favorite Asian stamps?
I have most of Mari and Me's Asian stamps; but currently, I've been collecting images from Kodomo No Kao. Have you noticed I said 'collecting'? I don't always use what I buy.

Favorite stamp accessory?
Double stick tape and Tombow adhesive.

Favorite colors?
Blues and purples; but tend to use red, black and gold for most of my Oriental cards.

Favorite embellishment to finish a card?
I don't have a favorite; but, I try not to use anything bulky.

What is the one tool you couldn't live without?
It has to be my Genesis paper cutter. I have tried many different paper cutters and kept buying different ones because I wasn't quite satisfied until I bought the Genesis. It was well worth the wait and money. I recommend it to anyone who wants a good cutter.

Any helpful tips for the group?
Join the various swaps and sub-groups---RAK's, MOSAS, Games, etc. Do not be afraid to share your work; we all had to start somewhere and you learn from others. PLUS we are our worst critic; not quite satisfied with our work, but others see it differently. Friendship you make in these sub-groups are very, very precious.

As a member of the Oriental Stamp Art Group, why do you like stamping in the Oriental theme?
My heritage------ we followed and observed Japanese traditions and I attended Japanese Language school after regular school day ended.

Is there any one place you'd like to visit to find rubberstamps, supplies or any other Asian elements?
I travelled to Orient several times, visiting Japan, Okinawa and Hong Kong and my shopping list was food, food, food. If I have an opportunity to return, I would like to look and buy washi, chiyogami and other exotic papers.

What other stamping lists or clubs do you belong to?
I have been lurking on the Yahoo Napkin group and hope to be more involved as soon as I'm settled in new place.

What favorite stamping magazines would you recommend?
I like Australian Paper Crafts, Scrap & Stamp Arts and have a weakness to buy a lot of Design Originals books.

Published in any magazines? If yes, please list.
No magazine; but, Lynell of Dreamweavers featured Carol W.'s and my card in her book Artful Cards. Leigh of Leigh's Wishing Well featured my card on her CD Stamps du Jour a while back.

Any other hobbies, crafts or art interests?
I have dabbled in many crafts - but the two that I have continued with are:
(1)ribbon or crochet leis, I find this very relaxing; but,
(2)rubber stamping is the longest that I have stayed with a craft to the surprise of my family.

What inspires you to be creative?
Seeing what others are doing or Carol saying 'We gotta make this card I saw and/or received'

Any art background?
None.

Have you used any unusual item in your stamping?
Coasters and trays from the Marukai 99 cents store. I like to use the small lacquer trays which I glue a disposable coaster onto and attach a calendar. I then glue stand in the back of tray or if available, I buy a plate holder to display work. I have also used bamboo coasters --- I stamp a bare branch and glue punched maple leaves (from paint strips) to the branches; this makes a nice autumn card.

Any favorite books on stamping or art techniques you would recommend? Any on Asian arts and crafts?
I enjoy reading Shereen LaPlantz Cover to Cover and dream of the day when I can do some of her projects on bookmaking. I also like to look at Design Original magazines on Altered Books; yes another someday project.

Any favorite websites you would recommend for inspiration?
Whenever I have some spare time, I visit www.mariandme.com or www.papersbycatherine.com for ideas and inspiration.

Do you have a day job when you're not stamping?
I retired in 1997 after working 32 years for City and County of Honolulu. I babysit several days a week because parents wouldn't take 'no' as a final answer.

Tell us about your family and where you live.
I live in paradise---HAWAII, on the island of Oahu. Mom and I recently moved to Mililani and we're still unpacking. I'm a few minutes away from my stamping buddy and partner in scavenger hunts at hardware stores - Carol W.

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FOLDING SCREEN CARD
By Violet Kikiloi
& assistance from Carol Walker

Supplies needed:

Cardstock - 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
Washi/chiyogami paper - 4-7/8" x 8-1/4"
Coordinating paper that matches the washi paper - 3" x 6-1/2"
Rice paper or any light weight paper) - 4-1/4" x 4-1/4" (for backside of screen)
Crane - Carl punch CP2 or origami folded using 1-1/2" square paper
Glue stick or any adhesive
Coluzzle or craft knife

Directions:

Frontside:

Diagram A
(washi paper)

Diagram B
(coordinating paper)

Following Diagram A above, trim top corners of washi paper. Leaving ¼" border at top and bottom of cardstock, glue washi paper to cardstock.

Following Diagram B, trim coordinating paper. Glue to left end of washi paper. (See sample for placement.)
Score as shown on Diagram A.
Cut circle (easier with Coluzzle)
Attach crane to backside with dental floss and scotch tape.
Optional: glue cording around circle
Trim cardstock top corners to match washi paper corners.

Backside:

Diagram C
(rice paper or lightweight paper)

Following Diagram C, score on dashed lines.
Accordion fold.
Attach to backside of cardstock behind circle.