Today’s card features the new In Colors with the Leaf Collection background stamp. This is a wonderful large stamp that will feature in the 2024-2025 Annual Catalogue. When I was at OnStage, our demonstrator event, last month, I received this stamp set for free! It was a prize for all attendees. It is always nice… Read More: New 2024-2026 In Colors With Leaf Collection Background Stamp »
The 2024 In Color Club is back by popular demand! This is the fourth time I have run one. This time it is with the new 2024-2026 In Colors. The In Color Club is a great way to build up your collection of colours without having to put in a huge order. I do all… Read More: 2024 In Color Club – Back By Popular Demand! »
The 2024 Annual Catalogue Paper Share is a great way to check out all the wonderful new papers from the 2024-2025 Annual Catalogue! Why take part in a Paper Share? Updated on 1st May, as I am now able to share images of some of the papers included in the share. What does the Paper Share… Read More: 2024 Annual Catalogue Paper Share »
The current Annual and Mini Catalogues will end on 30th April and the new 2024-2025 Annual Catalogue will begin on 1st May. Some product will carry over, but not all of it can! Today is the start of the Last Chance Products Sale. Some of the retiring product has been discounted. Retiring product is only… Read More: Last Chance Products Sale April 2024 »
To make these cards, I have used a torn paper and masked background technique. It is a simple technique involving cardstock, ink, Blending Brushes, and a stamp set. It creates a wonderful background and you can choose which colours you would like to use. I taught this at Coffee & Cards earlier in the week… Read More: Torn Paper and Masked Background Technique »
Colouring made easy with masks! Today I have some stunning cards to share with you. They were made by one of my customers, Elaine Babe. Thank you for sharing them with us! She has used the amazing Enduring Beauty bundle. This consists of a stamp set, die set and set of masks. The masks make… Read More: Colouring Made Easy With Masks – Enduring Beauty Cards »
If I am using Stampin’ Up! photopolymer or cling stamps, do I need to use a Clear Block when I use a stamp? Yes. Stampin’ Up! stamps come unmounted so you need to place them on a Clear Block to use them. Years ago, stamps were pre-mounted on wood, but this made them more expensive… Read More: Do I Need A Clear Block When I Stamp? »
Today I am sharing the Faux Shutter Card. This is also known a Fractured Card. I have used the Notes of Nature bundle which consists of a stamp set and dies to make this card. You can all use Designer Series Paper for your card. I stamped my background first, then adhered by centre piece… Read More: Notes of Nature Faux Shutter Card Or Fractured Card »
Here is a delightful card featuring the Bee Mine suite. The card has a simple, yet fun design. I have used the Bee My Valentine stamp set, the Bee Builder punch and the Bee Mine Designer Series Paper [DSP]. I have created two very similar cards, but the card bases are different. The one on… Read More: Crafting Delightful Designs with the Bee Mine Suite »
The Sweet Thoughts Memories & More Cards and Envelopes and the coordinating Card Pack are great for scrapbooking and card making. The card pack consists of a total of 20 cards and envelopes which are 6 ¼” x 4 ¼”. There are two colours, ten in Calypso Coral and ten in Pretty Peacock. The card… Read More: Sweet Thoughts Memories & More – Free PDF Tutorial –… »
The Auckland March Extravaganza 2024 is coming up on Saturday 9th March 2024. This is our first Extravaganza for the year! Enjoy a fun afternoon of cardmaking with other stampers! Make five wonderful cards featuring new stamps and tools from the January-April 2024 Mini Catalogue and each project will include a technique. Why come to… Read More: Auckland March Extravaganza 2024 – Afternoon of Crafting Fun! »
Coffee & Cards: My Coffee & Cards class, held at a local café, Vero Café, in Unsworth Heights, Auckland, invites you to explore your creativity in a welcoming environment. Discover new techniques, improve your stamping skills, and create two beautiful cards while enjoying a hot drink. Sessions are held on the first Tuesday of each… Read More: Have Fun Crafting With Others! February & March 2024 Classes… »
The new January-April 2024 Mini Catalogue is now here! It is from 4th January until 30th April 2024. It is full of lots of exciting new products. If you would like a copy of the new catalogue and you don’t already have a demonstrator, please fill in your details here. Today for my Facebook Live… Read More: January-April 2024 Mini Catalogue Is Here! »
Sale-A-Bration 2024 begins on Thursday 4th January, along with the new January-April 2024 Mini Catalogue! There are three different ways you can benefit with Sale-A-Bration – shop, host or join! Below is some more information about each: SHOP:You can earn a FREE product every time you reach a threshold of $110 (before shipping). For the… Read More: Sale-a-Bration 2024 – Shop, Host Or Join! »
Here are two very different Inked & Tiled cards featuring this wonderful bundle. One card uses just the stamp set, and the other card uses both punches with a sentiment from the stamp set. The card on the left has been stamped. The background is stamped with the large leaf stamp in Calypso Coral ink.… Read More: Inked & Tiled Cards Featuring Stamps & Punches »