I'm currently working on revamping the 'Ribbon Blossom' tutorial. I've been contacted by quite a few people that have tried to make one, using the tutorial, and haven't been happy with the results they've gotten.
I know the link is no longer available. I deleted it, and will explain my reason for doing so.
I want you all to know that I was also flattered-----beyond belief----that SO many people wanted to learn to do something that I do. I did ask people to call it a 'Ribbon Blossom' if they made one using my tutorial, because it felt really nice knowing that people were remembering me because of something they liked to look at. Heck, I think we'd all like to be remembered for something nice. Maybe I'm being too presumptuous here, but I do think that.
That was my first tutorial----EVER----so it was a definite learning experience for me. (I don't know how some of these ladies can put out a tutorial almost every day! Doing that one tutorial took me almost two days total!) I do feel like I may be able to explain each step a little more, and show you more pictures that will take you through the process in a more clearly-demonstrated way. It will be offered to you in a different format, also....but that information will be coming shortly. (I'm not trying to 'tease'....it's just that I don't have everything finished with it yet.)
Since I try very hard to be honest with those of you that do stop by my blog, I'll share with you the second reason that it has been deleted from my blog.
I received several very nasty emails and posts regarding the Ribbon Blossom Tutorial. One message, in particular, stated that I had 'no business whatsoever laying claim to the creation or invention of the pom-pom', stating that I had 'NO right to expect people throughout the world to give me personal credit for the 'pom-pom', or anything remotely resembling a 'pom-pom'. (These posts have now been deleted.)
First, let me clear up one thing: I never, ever laid claim to the 'pom-pom'. Ever. In a later entry, in which I tried to answer questions people had regarding the tutorial, I did explain that it looked somewhat LIKE a pom-pom.....for lack of a better way to describe it. I'm not a walking thesaurus---that is simply the first word that came to mind at the time.
Since I do not feel that I've ever intentionally tried to hurt anyone, in any way, through my blog, or in any of its entries, I was quite shocked to receive such rude messages and posts. To put it simply, many people asked me to show them how to make a 'Ribbon Blossom', and I put some pictures and words together to try to explain the process that I use to create them. I really didn't expect to be attacked for doing so, and I was quite stunned, to say the least. I didn't want to receive any more nasty messages, so I chose to remove the 'problem'. My parents raised me to live by the old quote 'if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all', and I try very hard to do that. Others may not, but I do.
I hope that those of you that are reading this do not feel like you are being punished for the actions of a handful of people. Honestly, I did feel 'punished'----for trying to do something nice---but it is NOT my intention to pass along that hurt or anger.
I apologize, wholeheartedly, to any of you that feel slighted or frustrated by the fact that I deleted my tutorial. Upsetting you is not my intention. Preventing further rude comments and emails is my only goal. That is the reason that I deleted the tutorial from my blog.
To my regular, faithful, wonderful readers.....the tutorial isn't gone, it's just being revamped. It will be offered-----to those that want it-----in the near future, but in a different format, via a different route.
I hope that you can understand my reasons for the decisions I made. Thank you for being so wonderful, and for reading this post.
I really do enjoy having a blog so much, and you all make my day in more ways than I could ever have imagined. The comments, posts and messages that you leave here really do mean a lot to me.
I hope you'll stop back again. (Soon!) :-) Have a wonderful evening, everyone!
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Oh my gosh, I can't beleive people are being so cruel to you!! I LOVE your Ribbon Blossom and can't wiat for the new tutorial to be done!! I have tried to make one, but it just ahsn't worked out...but I love your blog and your work and wish rude, nasty people would go away:-) I know it's easier said than done, but please don't let them get you down!! Kelly
I Love your 'Blossoms'. I saw a referrence on SCS. I can't wait for the re-vamp of the tutorial. Your work is absolutely beautiful.
Thanks.
Jan B
Good Grief! Do people have nothing better to do with their time? I'm shocked that you would get such rude e-mails. Well, you are certainly handling it with grace and politeness.
The only thing I can think of is there are a few jealous people out there! Best to ignore them, as you are doing.
And keep on making your gorgeous ribbon blossoms!!
Hugs to you Pam! I am shocked at those rude comments you received. I love your work and loved your tutorial. Besides, you have such a wonderful, rich, detailed style to your cards and those ribbon blooms. I would say that almost everyone in the stamping community who sees one of those thinks immediately of you anyway. I saw nothing wrong mentioning your blog and tutorial when I attemped my hand at one and linked it to my gallery on SCS.
I will admit, I can't seem to get the blossoms to look the same way yours do. I think I am going wrong in the tying/fluffing phase. Anyway, I am super excited to hear there will be a revamped tutorial as I need the help.
It's easy to say "phoey" to the nay sayers, but quite another thing to feel it. I am so sorry you have had to endure those nasty commenters. I guess you will have to approve all submitted comments now.
Well, again ((HUGS)) to you -michelle
Hugs, Pam!!
Mean people SUCK!
Well Pam, I'm so sorry that rude people mess things up for others that are interested in learning new things.I hope you "redo" your tutorial on ribbon blossom because I for one am very interested...don't let them interfer with YOUR TALENT and just share...remember "what goes around comes around" and their time will come..fabulous Cards!!!!charmingcardchick
You have no idea how many times I check your blog to see if you have posted anything new. I love your creations! I'm glad I printed out your instructions for the ribbon blossom because I noticed that it was gone. Mine never look as pretty as yours, but I keep trying. I'll be anxious to see your new directions :-) Keep up the good work and hang in there!
OMGOSH! Some people! I thought your tutorial was wonderful and can't wait to see the re-vamped one! I tried to make a ribbon blossom, but it was AWFUL! lol...Yours are so gorgeous! Don't let the others get to you, you were only sharing your knowledge with us all! Your work is so inspiring, can't wait to see more!!!
Thank you!!!
:)
Kim
Pam,
I am so glad that you are bringing your tutorial back!!!! I can't tell you how many times I have tried and tried. I give you credit but do call mine a ribbon blob since that what it seems to be. As far as the idiot making remarks about your tutorial let me say that your ribbon blossom in no way is like a pom pom. I'm a girl from the 60's and we made tons of those and the ribbon blossom is nothing like it so don't let them get you down. Seems like they should have better things to do.
Love your stuff and have been going through withdrawal!!!!! Keep up the awesome work!!!!
Good morning Pam. I'm sorry that you had to be the brunt of some unpleasant comments. I can't wait for your new ribbon blossom tutorial to come out because I have made many attempts to make these and have failed!
Thanks! I look foward to seeing it.. I missed the first one! Sorry about all the dumb people out there!! Susie
I guess people are entitled to their opinions, but there's no need to be rude about it to other people! I was really hoping that wasn't the case, but kinda figured it was.
I'm glad you're going to redo the blossom tutorial (I really want to learn how to do them!!) and I'm happy that you're going to let all the negativity slide right off.
Way to go!
Pam,
I am so sorry you had to go through that. Some people can be so cruel. Ignore them for they should not take any of your energy. I would love to see the new tutorial. I hope you send it out to those of us who loved the first one and may not remember all the steps.
Donna G
Pam...forget those people! How awful...I have tried many times to make your Blossom and I think my biggest problem is the ribbon itself! Will you include in your tutorial some hints on what kind of ribbon works better than other kinds??? Anyway....can't wait to see the new tutorial and I check your blog out all the time! Your work is fantastic, and I can tell you put a lot of time and effort into every card you make.
I became real sad when I red your post. Why does people have to be so cruel. I just love your 'Blossoms' and I also have tried to make them. The result is not very flatering when one lokes at your ribbon blossoms.
best wishes Carola / Finland
I am so glad you are going to be reposting this. Your Ribbon Blossom creation was awesome(as you can see by the many requests for it) and no matter what anyone says, you have creativity and talent and you generously share. Please do not let a few sour, unhappy people get you thinking otherwise.
Oh dear, I am so very sorry this should have happened. Why do some people derive such pleasure and delight from hurting others? In any group there always seems to be (at least) one whose sole reason for joining-in is to point-score, snipe or back-bite. I stopped visiting a couple of wonderful forums for this very reason. Please don't take their maliciousness to heart. Remember, for every unkind person reading your blog, there are many, many others out here deriving enormous enjoyment and inspiration from your words and pictures. I do hope you will want to show us how to make ribbon blossoms at some time..... goodness knows I'd never manage to make anything resembling one without your help and instruction!
Hugs from Marion in the UK!
I am shocked beyond belief that people could be so viscious, malicious, petty and small minded as to send such nasty messages and emails. What is this world coming to :(
Your blog is awesome as are your ribbon blossoms. And not for all the tea in China could I ever get my dismal attempts to look like yours, but I live in hope lol.
So very sorry that you have been subjected to such cruelty, I hope these "people" (for want of a better word) haven't hurt you too much.
Hugs
Bev
You have some of the most creative ideas and those rude people are probably just jealous because they are too busy criticizing other people to have a creative idea of their own! You just keep up your own wonderful work and hope that they get a life and quit messing with everyone else. I love your blog and look forward to the new tutorial.
I am really really really sorry you had some idiots, post crap on your blog. I have you in reader so, when you post, I get to read. I love the blog, love your art. I am sorry you had the nasty people post on here. I started moderating, to keep that crap out. I love your Ribbon flowers, and I hope you don't stop creating them, and teaching the technique. Your work is stunning. Good luck, don't let a few bad apples ruin your taste.
Oh my gosh...how stupid.
Sometimes I read stuff that people have gotten nasty messages on their blog, etc & this really just disturbs me...for crying out loud people relax, get a life & don't be so rude!
People that put out blogs are not trying to "steal" anything, they are trying to share their creativity...let us do that.
Pam, those rude people are OCD and don't deserve the time of day. To be honest, there is nothing new under the sun, but there are lots of revisions of everything! You have revised the pom-pom using ribbon scraps and called it the "Ribbon Blossom". What a lovely "re-invention" with a charming name! The lovely name gives it distinction so we know it is not the ordinary pom-pom made with yarn. It is a beautiful addition to a card and certainly something very unique to YOUR beautiful style! You have a very special touch. Please don't let hateful OCD people stop you from creating. I know you have to have a thick skin out here on the internet. Blow them off and focus on all the wonderful comments and thanks you get from those of us who love your style and thank you for showing us the Ribbon Blossom!
You do BEAUTIFUL work ,Pam. Forget about those rude people as they aren't worth the time nor the trouble. They are jealous and some childish people just have to find fault. When you start to worry about what they said, they have won. Remember that.
Your ribbon blossoom is beautiful and it was so nice of you to take the time to try to educate those of us less creative, greatly apprciated. I am sorry for the rude comments that were left but there are unhappy and spoilers everywhere and unfortunately they are also on crafting blogs. Please know that I am sure 99.9% of us crafters are thrilled and happy that you cared enough to share your beautiful creations.
You know what!! Some people like to do nothing else but complain and it is hazardous to our happiness!!! Pay them no attention!
Thanks for your gorgeous cards and the information that you share!!
Pam you and your little ribbon blossom are great and wonderful!!! There are mean and hateful people everywhere, mostly they are the challenged misfits who are jealous, ignore them. You rock!
Even if it is a pom pom, yours is better, personally I never liked the pom pom much.
Tonda Baldwin
People can be so harsh sometimes. I read your blog over and over and you did say "pom pom like". I love your blog and I hope this doesn't prevent you from sharing anymore of your wonderful ideas. I'm looking forward to the revamp and whatever you post. It's one of the bright spots of my day.
It is beyond belief that some people can be soooo rude and so cruel! I had save the tut in my favs so I would always have it... now it is still saved but with no pics. I can not understand why some people have to be soooo cruel!
I am THRILLED that you are so willing to share your Ribbon Blossom with the world. I find the less than favorable comments stem from a darker place within the person sending bad "karma" not anything I've "done".
You will be blessed a thousand times over for your graciousness. I look forward to seeing your new tutorial.
Best,
Lynn
Looking foward to it and may I say I am sorry you took a beating from the craft police. They'll always be out there, no matter what you do, because they think they no best and just look for things to complain about. Ignore them. You did nothing wrong.
Love, love, love your blog!
Goodness...as I said before, there will always be insecure people in this world of ours who attack others to make themselves feel better than they are. God bless you for taking the time to redo the tutorial. Having written a couple, I know they aren't as easy as they look.
Blessings!
I loved your tutorial!! You did nothing wrong at all and I can't believe that some people would send you those horrible emails, they obviously have nothing better to do !
I am looking forward to seeing the new tutorial, I'll keep checking back.
Nicola
Can't wait for the new tutorial!! Thanks for being so honest, and your parents did you right! I learned the same thing growin up!!
Teresa
I am so sorry to hear that there were such ugly comments on your blog. It's amazing that people think nothing of hurting one another's feelings all in the name of "freedom of speech." I love your blog. I love your creativity and amazing talen. I love it that you take your time to share it with all of us too. I just wanted you to know that you rock! Keep your chin up. You are amazing. Those who left negative comments are probably miserable in their own lives and wish to make you feel bad about yourself just to make themselves feel better... Don't know you, but I'm sending (((hugs))) to you. Have a great week!
Some people really need to read the Golden rules a couple of times!!! Sheesh! Can't believe some people can be rude. I think it was generous of you to even post the directions but for them to attacK you? What's with that?
I will anxiously await your new tutorial! I love your stuff and just from reading your posts I would have to say your a real sweet gal! Keep on shinning!
Pam,
The way you have handled this situation is wonderful. I can't wait for the "new" tutorial to be up. I will wait anxiously.
Thank you,
Heidi
I agree with you Pam...if you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all!! I love your ribbon blossoms and your cards! They are all a work of art!
I am so sorry to hear about the attack you received regarding your ribbon tutorial. I am so sick of readers who think they can anonymously leave the most hurtful comments. Some people are so miserable in life, and shouldn't even bother to comment if they can't say something nice. I love your work and your blog, and say "bug the heck out of those people and toot your ribbon tutorial loud. Last Christmas a meany left a comment re my pink Christmas project and they said, "pink isn't a Christmas colour." Know what I did? I made a lot of posts re pink Christmas cards, and linked my readers to any SCS that used pink for the holidays.
I never got the impression from your tutorial. I was just so thrilled that you posted directions!! They are adorable.
Please ignore ignorant people. That being said...Your blog is one of my favorites and I have really missed seeing your work. I can't wait to see your new tutorial. I tried it with the other but my blossom didn't come close to yours. Hopefully I'll catch on better with the new one. Thanks!
Why are people so hateful? You never once said or implied that you invented the pom-pom. I think you did a great job in taking something old and making it something new. Those people have to be jealous. In fact I think you should coin the word "Ribbon Blossom" 'cause I haven't seen anything like that.
I have tried and tried your Ribbon Blossom and cannot get it to look like yours! I am really looking forward to your new Tutorial.
Please don't let a few rotten apples spoil the bunch.
what? people were that meaN?? thats awful! I tried to make a blosson from your tutorial and had no luck, but with my "gift" of following written directions, I was not suprised! lol
I hope to see your new version and try it again as I love the way yours look. Keep up all the fun stuff, I enjoy your blog
Cindi
:)
Sorry not everyone is nice...haven't they learned by now "if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all?" Love all you do...can't wait to see your next tutorial!!
Sorry to hear that someone left you a nasty gram... Some people make you wonder... I love the ribbon blossom or ribbon fluff... I am one of the people who sent you and email asking where it is and there is a thread on SCS of people looking for it.
Don't be discouraged by some nay-sayers... they must have a pretty tough life to be so nasty.
Can't wait to see the revamped tutorial and, as always, thanks for sharing with us!
Tell those people to go jump in the lake!! lol!
By the way, can you get a subscribe button so I get an email when you post?
I cant believe someone would take time out their day to do that. Although on stumbling across a blog called "scrap smak" which is purely to slate and sl&g off all thing scrap/craft related (even down to the designers) nothing shocks me now.
Your blossoms are beautiful. I struggled with mine, I didnt get the end "spreading out" bit.
I look forward to the revamp. And if you get any more nasty comments just hit DELETE and thank your lucky stars you arent as mean and twisted as so other folk out there
Cazx
I also cannot believe that people can be so vicious. I love your work and you are wonderful to share all of your creations with us.
I just recently found your blog and I love love love your ribbon blossoms. I can't wait until I see your tutorial so I can find out how to make them. You are very creative and I thank you for sharing your ideas.
WOW! That left me speechless. I can't believe that someone would waste their energy to be so negative towards you. You are a huge inspiration to me. I am still working on mastering the RIBBON BLOSSOM! You should see all the purty ribbon I've collected with blossoms in mind. *giggle*
Pam, your blog is one of my all time favorites. Your coloring and layouts are amazing. SERIOUSLY! YOU ROCK!! I can't wait to see your new tutorial.
Hang in there, keep blogging and take care. I think you're fabulous!
~Jana
I am in shock that there are a few readers that would would have a nerve to say any un kind words to you of all people. You are the sweetest,kindest and giveing person I have meet, I have also tried to make one of your ribbon blossoms and failed, but I figured if I just practiced I would get it some day. I love your work and look forward to it every time you post something. And I have to let you know that I'm one of the luckest girl who got to recieve one of your ATC from twisted chick. I have framed it and is now one of my pride and joys I will always cherich it. I am really touched with yours and MFT generise offers I will to support your efforts and will pray for there behalf and hope that very thing will turn out well for them. Thanks for everything. Love,Stoweawaymemories.
How rude can people be. Congratulations on letting it pass. Art is meant to be shared, and you do beautiful work. For every one "meanie" there have to be at least 20 of us out here that love what you do on your blog, and learn from it. Thanks for sharing.
Joyce
Hi Pam, I'm sorry you're having such a hard time at the moment. I think your "ribbon blossoms" are divine and definitely a work of art. Try not to let it get to you, rise above it. Lots of love, Denise in the UK
denisemorgans@aol.com
Oh no! I never got around to printing out the tutorial. Oh well, I'll just have to stalk, errrr, keep an eye out for the new version.
So sorry this happened to you!
Ribbon blossom is awesome.I am waiting (somewhat) patiently for the revamping of your tutorial. I have tried to make one from looking at the pics, but it's not working. You have taken the high road with your handling of the rude comments.Keepup the great work.
Good grief..I can't believe what I just read! It's always the envious ones that never have nothing good to say! You rock girl and I hope that you don't let idiotic people try to bust your bubble! YOU TOTALLY ROCK! ROCK ON GIRL!
Totally love you girl...
Terry
It just blows my mind the absolute rudeness of people. I should never be surprised because unfortunately I see it everyday. You need to do whatever it is to make yourself comfortable and I think your loyal readers and friends (myself included!) totally understand! Usually these kind of people need to lash out and find fault with someone else because of an area in their life that is unhappy or unfulfilled and I try to tell myself that I should really feel sorry for them than be angry. After all, look at all the positive comments you've just generated!! You keep doin' what you're doin' because I love it and I can't wait to see your new tutorial! You're an amazing talent and an inspiration!!
I can't believe some people are so mean! It sucks that you had to go through that... I, too, am waiting (not so) patiently for a new tutorial! I had it bookmarked in my faves for things to try, but when I went to look it was gone... So sad! But I agree with everyone else, you're handling it great!
*Big Hugs*
Summer
I am amazed that people can't be happy for the information that you are trying to provide to people to create the wonderful Ribbon Blossoms that you do. I understand why you are doing what you are doing and will wait patiently for you to post the instructions when you are ready.
You are so creative and I admire the talent that you have. I also admire you taking a stand on this issue. Which by the way, is ridiculous that it is an issue.
I support you in this and look forward to the new tutorial.
Stay postive with your attitude and this too shall pass!
Lori
Pam, I just this evening found your blog and was blown away by your creativity. I think that jealously and insecurity often makes people 'snippy' (as my mother would say) I can not wait to see the new tutorial for PAM's RIBBON BLOSSOMS.
The *%^$ with the meanies!!!
Sandra
I love your blog. I LOVE your ribbon blossoms. I've tried a couple of times, but they've never quite been as fabulous as yours. I'll keep trying though. I'm not a quiter. :-) As to the "nastey" people of the world here's an idea. Print out their comments, lay them in the driveway and run over them SEVERAL times with your car. It might make you feel better. :-) Then, throw them out with the trash. That's exactly where rude remarks belong. Keep up the great work, your creations always amaze me!
That just made me so mad!! I wish people would get a life and quit taking everything so personal. I mean, it's not like you were out beating us all over the head making us repeat that you created the pom pom!!! I am sorry stuff like this keeps happening to you, you totally don't deserve it, people just need to lighten up!!
OK I can't believe some people really care that much. You were not claiming that. I just can't believe some people not care about others feelings. I wish I new what blog\people stated I would make sure I would never go there. Anyway I loved your tuttorial and can't wait to get the updated one.
Oh my goodness...are you serious?! Someone actually said those things! That's just down right rude if you ask me. I actually wondered where it went last week when I was showing my neighbour some of my FAVE blogs...lol...I said to her she HAS to see these amazing ribbon blossoms! LOL...then it was gone...I'm happy to hear you haven't given up and will do something soon. I'll be looking forward to it for sure!! Hope this person hasn't ruined your enthusiasm for what you love to do!!!
Pam, I can't believe some people would leave you such rude and hurtful messages. You were being giving and helpful to those of us interested in your beautiful ribbon blossoms. I look forward to your new tutorial. No one can make them as good as you!
You are a very creative and talented person and I just love your cards. I love the ribbon blossom and can't wait for the new tutorial so I can attempt to make one. Some people will just find anything to complain about so don't let them get you down.
As is obvious from all the comments, lots of us out here in the blogosphere just love, love, love what you do. I'm sorry there are a few folks who feel so miserable in their own lives that they have to try to make everyone else miserable too! Your work is wonderful and I really look forward to your new tutorial. Thanks for sharing what you do and how you feel with the rest of us. ~chris
I'm very sad that the tutorial is gone....for a while. My plan was to make a wonderful baby card for a little baby girl on her way to our world and where Glenda put the ribbon knot I was going to put a ribbon blossom. I hope that I will be able to be a part of that group to have this tutorial. Thanks for blessing my day.
OHMYGOSH!!! People really need to get a LIFE!!! Seriously!! I had NO idea this happened and I'm so sorry that someone could be so rude!!! Much love to you sweetie!!! Your BLOSSOMS rock and so do you!!!
I have been reading your blog for awhile and LOVED the tutorial. Some people are so stupid! Sorry you had a bad experience. I think your art work and your blog are exceptional. You rock! Thanks for all you do- and forget them.
Barb J
Gosh, I can't believe there are people out there that can be so rude to someone who is so giving! You can't let those kind bother you. There are a lot of us that are so thankful for all you share. You may not be aware of us since we would never send you anything so cruel!
You are a great person just the way you are. DON'T change one bit!! ....otherwise, I'll have to send you an email to tell you to snap out of it!
I am always amazed how hurtful people can be. Don't let those people get you down. Your ribbon blossoms are the BOMB!! I cannot wait to see your new tutorial!!
I can't believe some people can be so hurtful.
I, for one, think your ribbon blossoms are amazing and would be thrilled to have the ribbon tutorial explained again (I made a bit of a hash of my first attempt...LOL)
I can't believe how petty some people are. They are just jealous they don't have a creative bone in their bodies. I think your ribbon blossoms are unique and beautiful. I really want to learn how to make them. Mother's day is coming up you know... :)
I love love love your card designs as well. Keep up the beautiful work and ignore those negative people!
I just want to thank you and all others like you who take the time to share not only your creations, but also the information on how to "copy" them. I make cards for my church and for the troops serving our country...my cards would no way be as nice if I didn't have you bloggers to help me out! I look forward to the "revamped" tutorial...I need all the help I can get!
Pam-
OK, PLEASE, I AM BEGGING YOU to please get a tutorial on here of the ribbon blossoms. You're killing me!! I find myself checking every single day to see if it's on here because I'm dying to try it........ Pretty please with a ribbon blossom on top?
Greeting from a Florida gal!
I was blog hopping tonight and arrived here via MY C.A.S.E. STUDIES. I love your Ribbon Blossom (pom-pom thing, never-mind-what-it's-called) and I would like to see your tutorial (by whatever venue you now share it--that is if you dont mind). I have no idea what's wrong with people ... but I imagine when you put yourself "out there" in cyberspace, where anonymity reigns, you leave yourself open to all sorts of abuse. But dont let it get to you, ok?
Hope you'll let me know how I might see the tutorial. Thank you.
V.
I didn't get a chance to see your tutorial, And sure wish I had. Your ribbon creation is beautiful! Unfortunately I do have OCD and wouldn't dream of treating people with such rudeness. I just think deep down inside there hateful people and have nothing better to do. Like I have always said. Mind your own business and you won't be minding mine! Keep up the wonderful and beautiful work. And hope to catch your tutorial in the future.
Your Ribbom Blossom is just beautiful, and I am waiting to see your re-vamped directions. My attemps to make one has failed big time.
Keep up your great work, love your blog.
Eliz.Peters
Hello - just checking back in to see if you have the updated Ribbon blossom.... Hope to see it soon!!!
(don't let nasty people discourage you)....
KAT
I can't wait for the revamped tutorial. I had saved the link in my favorites hoping to have time to give it a try and then didn't have the time. I appreciate all who are willing to share their talent and inspiration. AND especially those who invest so much time in putting step by step instructions on their blog so that we beginners can take part. So sorry about the hurt and hassle you went through.
"the tutorial isn't gone, it's just being revamped. It will be offered-----to those that want it-----in the near future, but in a different format, via a different route"
Hmmm, I think I'll be stalking the Wednesday tutorials on SCS - just in case! If this is the case, Congratulations!!
Dear girl, your ribbon blossoms are "the bomb" and I am delighted every time I see one - either on your work or someone else's...because whether they remember to give credit or not -- you are the original ribbon blossom/pom-pom/whatever you want to call it gal!!
The comments to this post make it obvious how loved you, your work, and your blog are. Good for you for keeping your chin up and taking the high road.
Blessings, fellow stamper! ~Melissa
Pam,
sorry to hear all you went through with these mean people.. keep up with the good job and keep us posted on the new tutorial, I'm very interested in learning how to make your ribon blossom..
kind regards,
Alejandra
YOUR blossoms are awesome I'm just sorry that I missed the tutorial. Guess I'll just be patient and wait for the new one. Please don't let the harsh words of a few keep you from blessing many. Just Keep on sharing!!
Thanks, Anne
WOW! I just started reading your blog and LOVE it! I can't believe that you'd receive nasty comments about a tutorial. There are very few really original ideas ... and it's very difficult to give the original crafter credit.
I hope that you re-post your tutorial, your work is great.
Mean people should just form a group of their own!! I heard about your tutorial on SCS & am looking forward to seeing the 'new' one.
Keep the faith!!
I just stumbled across your blog from a link from SCS and I love it! I'm new to this craft and was looking forward to learning how to tie the wonderful bows. I can't wait to see the revamped tutorial. People who make nasty comments need to find something better to do with that energy! Don't let them stop you...
Looking forward to learning from you,
Teri
OMG Pam~ I remember asking on splitcoast if you had a tutorial, but never thought you did one on the blog. I would really love to see your tutorial when you are ready to share. Sorry those rude people said such hurtful things.
FYI-you probably alreay know this..but it was new to me when I started blogging, that you could screen your posts and choose to add them or not.
Please keep creting such beautiful cards, and extrodinary ribbon centerpieces. Chris
Hi, Like so many of the people who have left a comment on your blog I am amazed at the mentality of some people. Please do not take it to heart. After just finding your blog I for one look forward to seeing your tutorial, the flower blossoms look fab:o)
Pam, I join all the other crafters in saying I'm totally amazed that some "people" can be so cruel! You have many, many admireres so please keep up the great work and we are all waiting for your tutorial for the "Ribbon Blossom". Thanks for sharing it with us! It is beautiful!
KraftyChic
Pam,
Let me jump on the bandwagon here, and say how much I love your blog, and your beautiful work! I have been in AWE of that gorgeous ribbon blossom for a while now! Unfortunately, I haven't visited in a few weeks, and missed the now deleted tutorial. But I look forward to the re-vamped tutorial with excitement!!! (I'm taking care of that right now by subscribing! Yay!)
Please, don't even give those nasty people the time of day.... and just keep going on creating beautiful things to inspire us all!
Have a great day!!
I'm so sorry some people are rude! You are an awesome women I can tell just by your work! Remember NOT all people are alike! I too would love to see your new turorial.
I was once given a rude comment! It hurt me to!
Hi Pam
Greetings from the UK. I've just come across your blog while blog hopping & have loved looking at all your beautiful cards & reading about your life (my eldest daughter was also confirmed last month & my 8 year old received her First Holy Communion on 25th May).
I am absolutely speachless (doesn't happen very often lol!!) at the mentality of some people and how they feel justified in acting in such a hurtful way. I am a great believer in 'what goes around comes around' & try to act accordingly. I too am disappointed to have missed your ribbon blossom tutorial & would love to know how to access your new tutorial when it is ready.
I will definately be back for another visit as your work is inspirational.
Sharon :-)x
I'm so sorry that you had to encounter the "mean ladies"...I can't imagine people being rude over a tutorial! What is the world coming to??? I was searching for the tutorial, and came upon this post. I will look forward to the new one, and hopefully the ability to make some blossoms like yours! They are stunning! :D
Sorry to hear about that! I just saw your blog today and you are very talented! I would love to see your tutorial!! TFS! :)
I am so sorry someone was rude and mean to you. The stamping community is so generous about sharing their inventions and discoveries and that is what makes it so special. Please do not be discouraged by someone so mean spirited for there are so many who really appreciate your efforts to share your ribbon blossoms and anything else you would like to share. Ann Lind AKA wantitall
I have never, ever seen a ribbon blossom like your creations, and would love to learn how you do these! Also, mean people exist in this world to challenge the patience of the good folk - and we all know goodness prevails. :) So sorry to read of your experience - but know you are admired and respected and your creations are inventive and 'eye candy' for the soul!
Hi there. Just to let you know I love your Ribbon Blossoms. There are many ideas that are re-vamped all over the world and called by different names, so don't let it get you down. I love your creations, don't let anyone tell you what you can and can't do. I'm astonished at how vindictive some people can be, they must be jealous of your fantastic talent. You go girl.
Keep smiling.
Live Debbie xx
P.S. I'd love to have access to the tutorial when it's ready.
Hi Pam,
I was referred by SCS's "Milwaukee Mommy" (Michele Peterman) to look at your ribbon blossoms on your cards. When I was gazing through your gallery, all I could think of was "Holy Cow! This girl's amazing!" I have read through all the comments on the SCS thread about your troubles with the nasty commentators. I cannot believe how awful people can be to others. It's so shameful! I'll be subscribing to your blog ASAP and will look fwd to your re-vamped tutorial. I love your creativity and everything in your SCS gallery. God Bless!
Elyse
ok so color me late, but i am just now seeing this post and it upsets me. It's YOUR Blog for crying out loud - if you want to create a pom-pom and call it a ribbon blossom - then so be it! I loved the blossom, also tried to do it but it didn't work so I figured I was ribbon challenged! I would love to see the new tutorial and am hoping you haven't given up on it!
Kisha
Sunflowergal74.blogspot.com
Pam,
I think your Ribbon Blossoms are BEAUTIFUL and would love to be included once you revamp your instructions! Those that were "not nice"...okay, downright RUDE, they are just jealous because they either CAN'T create something so beautiful that everyone wants to learn how to create or that they didn't do it first!!! Your work is phenominal...keep creating!
What a wonderful accent to us on your projects. As many people who have read your blog I also would love to know how to make these. Looking forward to when you have it ready.
Angela
Buffalo_fan_ny@yahoo.com
It is a shame that people can't rejoice for the accomplishments of others but instead allow their jealousies inflict hurt. I hope you will soon have a blossom tutorial because I really want to make this and I KNOW that there is no way I can accomplish it without instructions. So please take pity on me (and others) and make your new tutorial available soon!! You don't want me to develop a ribbon phobia, now do you??? LOL. tx2stamper
Hi Pam
I have just been directed to your blog for your ribbon blossom tutorial. Great blog by the way, I would love the new tutorial when it is available. I can't believe that people can be so nasty on blogs, it is like they have nothing better to do with with sad lives.
Keep your chin up and carry on blogging - don't let them get you down.
Elaine
xx
Just discovered your blog, WOW.... Would love to learn how to make a ribbon blossom, where can I find the instructions please?
Thanks
Sam
I know this is very late but I just had a link to your Wonderful, wonderful blog and although the ribbon blossom tutorial has been deleted, I have spent an inspiring 45 mins just looking at your wonderful and beautiful creations. I cannot believe that there are such nasty small minded people in this world who have nothing better to do with their time than to visit blogs and leave disparagng comments, I put it down to jealousy they could never produce anything as perfect as you have here. Will come back daily from now on and hope that I may find the link to your blossoms someday. Don't let these people get to you honey, you are much better than them
Hugs from England Jacqui x
Are you still working on your ribbon blossom tutorial? I have read so much about it - I can't wait much longer without a meltdown!!
My sister and I love visiting your blog. As others have stated, we love your ribbon blossom and can't wait to view your new tutorial. Don't get upset by others rude comments. We are grateful that you are willing to share your talent with us. YOU ROCK!!!
Hi Pam, this is my first time reading your blog and I love your bold style. I went crazy trying to find your ribbon blossom tutorial until I stumbled across this post. I'm sorry that people were so unkind. When you do revamp your tutorial I would love to see it. Keep up the great work. Thanks so much. TerriLynn
just checking in to see if you have posted your RIBBON BLOSSOM (NOT pompom!) tutorial! I love it and hope you don't let others get you down with their rudeness!
Dina
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