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Seaside Shore Stamp Set

The Seaside Shore stamp set has playful fish images for card making. How about we make a hello card to reconnect with a friend. You can also use it for a birthday card. Here’s how: Cut-to-size a Designer Series Paper (DSP) and attach it to a Basic White card front. Die cut 2 circles and […]

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Foxy Friends Stamp Set

The Foxy Friends stamp set is versatile and can be used for any occasion. Are you looking for a cute woodland stamp set? I think that you will adore Foxy Friends. You can build your own fox and other furry friends such as raccoons, rabbits, wolves, squirrels and deer. Have a look at the cards […]

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Cheery Chirps Stamp Set

The Cheery Chirps stamp set is so lovely. Don’t you just love making Christmas cards?  Did you know that Christmas is the time when the greatest number of cards are sent through the post? It’s also that one time of the year when we are most inspired to make them. The Cheery Chirps stamp set […]

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Merry Little Labels Stamp Set

The Merry Little Labels stamp set shows us that coordination is key to an enjoyable Christmas cardmaking experience. The stamp set has a coordinating punch. It’s the little things… This set is so easy and versatile to use. Use the cut-out tag as your embellishment for a card. Experiment and coordinate with other stamp sets […]

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DIY Eco-Friendly Envelopes

Let’s make DIY eco-friendly envelopes. When I was clearing some shelves in the studio, I noticed my pile of magazines building up in the corner. They are outdated but the pages are filled with gorgeous photos of furniture, architectural and garden details. I also have a pile of brown paper packaging that I saved from […]

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Country Livin’ Stamp Set

I’m in the mood to use the Country Livin’ stamp set. As I look out my studio admiring nature, I simply had to break open this set and start playing with it. The weather is starting to warm up and our hens are pecking away enjoying the warmth. I live in the suburbs but the […]

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In The City Stamp Set

In The City stamp set is a lovely neighbourhood set. Do you live in the city? What do you love about the city you’re in? There’s inspiration everywhere. Just look out the window and see what’s outside. Maybe your view is a row of colourful houses, the street, the shops, trees or grass land. Get inspired […]

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Advent Calendar Workshop

This Advent Calendar workshop is lots of fun. The fun-fold pockets are for counting down the days until Christmas. It’s a fun tradition that you can do with your family every year even after the kids have grown. Little kids enjoy it because the little treats inside the pockets are what they look forward every […]

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Celebrate You Stamp Set

The Celebrate You stamp set is big. The thing is, I love big stamps (and I cannot lie). Did you just sing that in your head? Are you a fan of big stamps too? They can stand on their own and instantly make your cards look gorgeous. The cards I made were super easy. I […]

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Sweet Cupcake Stamp Set

Let’s use the Sweet Cupcake stamp set for a fun technique. Aren’t cupcakes the sweetest when used in birthday cards? This stamp set layers the icing and cups beautifully. Try layering them in monochrome, like how I’ve done with my cards. I love that the stamps are photopolymer for see-through stamping. It has coordinating dies […]

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When Your Stamp Sets and Inks Retire

When your stamp sets and inks retire, you keep them and enjoy them. It’s always an exciting time when new products are released. Sadly, some items also need to go, just like this set of festive papers I used in my cards from the last annual catalogue. However, if you’ve been collecting Stampin’ Up! goodies […]

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Coffee Cafe Cards

Coffee Cafe is very Melbourne indeed. Melbourne is well-known for it’s good coffee and cafe culture. Getting together for a good cuppa is always a good idea here. When Stampin’ Up! brought out this stamp set, I absolutely fell in love with it. With greetings such as ‘ Happiness is a cup of coffee shared […]

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Magic Slider Cards

Magic slider cards are super fun. If you’ve seen tutorials on slider cards, chances are you’ve come across the ones that use plastic sheets. The problem with that is, it’s so slippery to stamp on plastic. More often than not, the images come out messy or smudgy. So, I rummaged through my card stock pile […]

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Secret Pocket Cards

Let’s make secret pocket cards. Here’s a creative use for the strips of paper that’s piling up on your desk. Do you have a pile that’s just waiting for the perfect project? Take Father’s Day as an opportunity to make this card. Dads will appreciate gift vouchers from his favourite stores. Here’s how: Trim a […]

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Mindful Colouring and Card Making

Do you do mindful colouring? It’s a relaxing and satisfying activity especially when you want a change of pace or you want to do something calming during your quiet time at home. My mum just finished an entire colouring book and I suggested that we cut the pages to size and mount them on card […]