The Festival of Trees Bundle is a fun Christmas tree builder stamp set that coordinates with a Tree Punch. Do you like the idea of creating your own tree so that it can be in any colour and style that you like? So do I and that’s why I love this set so much. What […]
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This is a fun-fold box card idea for when you need a card and gift box in one. Join me for a workshop to learn the technique. Do you give gift vouchers or cash for Christmas? How about jewellery or hair accessories? Gift-giving is as much about the wrapping as the gift itself, especially around […]
The Work of Art stamp set has so many possibilities, including Christmas cards. A simple heat-embossing technique combined with the Holiday Home stamp set makes it shine. Do you like stamp sets that look like paint images? Isn’t it clever and fun? Here’s how to make the card: On a sheet of Basic White card […]
Let’s use the Mixed Bunch and Simply Stars stamp sets to make pop-up cards. On our recent stamp club, the ladies and I had so much fun making this card. The card folds flat and when you open it, flowers pop-up in the middle. Do you also like cards with a surprise element? They are […]
So what are the basic essentials in card making? And how much does it cost? It’s a question I often get asked. You don’t need a lot and it doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. I have narrowed it down here for you so that once you have them you can keep going for […]
Watercolour embossing technique on Shimmery White cardstock is a fun technique. Do you like clean and simple cards? So do I. It’s my go-to technique when I need to make a quick but stunning-looking card. Here’s how to make the card: On a Shimmery White card front, stamp a greeting 3 or 4 times in […]
Embossing techniques are fun to learn. Warning: it’s so fun that it’s habit-forming. Once you start, it’s hard to stop. Technique 1 – Stamping on heated powder. On a sheet of Basic White cardstock, ink a clear-mount block with Versamark, sprinkle silver embossing powder and then heat. Repeat this process 3 or 4 times until […]
Christmas card punch art is a fun project for the holidays. Even the kids can participate and I assure you, you will all love it. Here’s how to make the Santa card: On a piece of Blushing Bride card base, attach a striped embossed Basic White border on top. At the bottom, attach a Chocolate […]
Here’s a children’s room decor that the kids will love. It’s a fun-fold project to keep their hands busy during the school holidays. Creating the rosette is easy with the help of the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Other products that you may use are punches and dies with coordinating stamp sets. I also like to […]
Cards in a bag will keep the kids busy during the school holidays. You might even want to join them so you can make some for personal use. When making cards with children, birthday cards are your best bet because they are always invited to parties. A few ideas for the cards would be sports, […]
Card stock and how to cut it is a question that pops up in card making. Card stock is the paper that we use for card making and scrapbooking. It is more durable and thicker than your normal printing paper. You have your A4 size which is the preferred size for card making and the […]
Hand-stitched notebook is an easy project to assemble. It’s another boredom buster for you and the kids during the school holidays. Chances are, you already have the supplies in your craft box. First thing to do is to gather your materials – A4 paper, printed or Designer Series Paper, paper piercing tool, needle, thread, multi-purpose […]
“What do I need for card making? Do I need to buy everything?” I get this question many times. My advice is to keep it simple and practical. I suggest choosing high quality products so they last and give you the best outcome. There are so many beautiful products available for paper crafting and it […]
Stamped collage banner is a fun project for the kids to make during the school holidays. This will brighten and add personality to any room in the house. Kids can personalise their space with images that project their individuality. Gather a few stamp sets, ink pads, card stock, punches, die cuts, ribbon and embellishments. Think […]
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In Color 2013 Is Here
In Color 2013 is here. These colours speak of summer days and gelato, don’t they? And they sound refreshing and delicious too. Baked Brown Sugar Coastal Cabana Crisp Cantaloupe Pistachio Pudding Strawberry Slush So, let’s make a simple card using all the colours. Here’s how: On a Basic White card front, stamp flowers from the […]