Asian Artistry Faux Silk

 Here is the Card that was the Make 'n' Take at a workshop last weekend.

It was received very well and the ladies enjoyed been taught a new technique.

We used Asian Artisty Stamp Set level 2 Hostess, which my hostess earned at her workshop.

Sorry the photos not the best.

Supplies List

Stamp Sets: Asian  Artistry (Level 2 Hostess Set) and Warm Words.

Cardstock: Riding Hood Red and Basic Black.

Ink: Basic Black.

Extras: Linen Thread and (Red Tissue Paper not SU).

There is one month left were you can earn this Hostess Set, so if you would like to earn this Stamp Set contact me to book a workshop.

Have a great weekend.

Just in Time

Just in time for Just Add Ink Challenge #27.

 

Here is this Week's Sketch, and here is my interpretation.

 

I have used Pink Flamingo DSP, Soft Suede and Real Red Cardstock.

The word Cherish is from Warm Words Stamp Set, which I have embossed.

 

I applied Crystal effects to the squares of DSP, when it was dry I bent them to it cracked glass effect.

Raspberry Tart Handbag

I have made another Handbag with Note Cards for the Thank You Gift and Door Prize for a workshop yesterday.

 I have used Raspberry Tart DSP, Kiwi Kiss and Melon Mambo Cardstock.

These colours look great together, Love it.

I will miss Kiwi Kiss Cardstock, if you will too and need to stock up on it contact me to order yours today.

I made the note cards very simple this time, just showing off the DSP.

This was well recieved and loved by all who attended.

Lovely as Trees Christmas

I have made my first Christmas card tonight.

It is very simple design which I cased from Stamp TV.

I have dragged Bashful Blue and Baja Breeze Stamp Pads across Whisper White Cardstock, then I stamped Lovely as Trees in Basic Black and added 2 Way Glue Pen and sprinkled Dazzling Diamonds at bases of the trees.

Windsor Knot Bargello

I finished this card the other day, using the Bargello Techinque.

I have made it very simple, I thought it would make a great man's card.

Urban Oasis Purse

I have been admiring these purses that Chiaki Haverstick has been making. I love her work and she has got lots of tutorials and has just added the instuctions for this purse.

Paul and Samuel went out this afternoon, so I got some crafting time.

I have used Urban Oasis DSP, Baja Breeze and Kiwi Kiss Cardstock.

The Purse holds 6 3" x 3" Note Cards.

I used 5-Petal and Boho Blossom Punches to make the flowers.

I found tutorial for the 10- Petal Flower on Dawn Olchefske Blog using 5- Petal Punch.

Roses and Carnations

I have been making Roses and Carnations for Life Church Timaru 50th Celebrations next month.

 

We are having red table runners down the middle of the tables, black candle on gold metallic card.

 With 2 gold pincones and a rose on one side of the candle.

 

And 2 gold pinecones and a carnation on the other side. 

These are made using Real Red Cardstock and brushed with Crystal Effects mixed with Dazzling Diamonds and Riding Hood Red Reinker.

If you would like to know how to make these contact me to book a workshop.

JAI # 24

This week at Just Add Ink there is a sketch challenge.

Here is my card I have made for this sketch.

I have finally got around to making these beautiful Pansys using the Butterfly Punch.

I used Elegant Eggplant and More Mustard Reinkers and Aqua Painters to achieve these Pansys.

I used Glossy White Cardstock and really love the look it gives the pansys.

Cased Michelle Zindorf

Here's a card that I cased from Michelle Zindorf.

 

Michelle does the most amazing brayered and sponged cards and she is very generous and has tutorials for her cards. Her blog is a must visit blog.

This is the inside of the card.

 

I have used Asian Artistry Stamp Set (Level 2 hostess set). If you would like to earn this Stamp Set contact me to book a workshop.

I have used Rich Razzleberry, So Saffron, Tangerine Tango and Always Artichoke Ink. 

In my last order I bought myself the White Gel Pen, I have owned white gel pens in the pass and have never been impressed with there performance. SU White Gel Pen is great I'm so impressed I know I will use it lots.

I have used it to colour the wings on the Dragonfly and ripples in the water.

Two Step Stampin'

I have been doing a bit of 2 step stampin' lately.

For the month of July Stampin' Up have 20% of selected Two Step Stampin'

116386 - Page 39 - Loads of Love - $46.95 - NOW $37.56

116342 - Page 42 - Big Bold Birthday** - $63.95 NOW $51.16 

115860 - Page 78 - A Rose is A Rose** - $77.95 NOW $62.36

116332 - Page 86 - Playful Petals** - $62.95 NOW $50.36

115770 - Page 98 - Cheep Talk - $56.95 NOW $45.56

115946 - Page 115 - Wonderful Favourites - $46.95 - NOW $37.56

119187 - Page 14* - Tiny Tags (Wood Mounted) - $45.95 - NOW $36.76

118592 - Page 14* - Tiny Tage (Clear Mount) - $36.95 - NOW $29.56

119163 - Page 31* - Cottage Garden (Wood Mounted) - $38.95 - NOW $31.16

120003 - Page 31* - Cottage Garden (Clear Mount) - $3095 - NOW $24.76

*Autumn/Winter Mini Catalogue **Retiring Stamps Sets!

There are no limits in this promotion and no minimum purchase is required.

So take a look at the Idea Book and Catalogue and Autumn/Winter Mini Catalogue.

 Are any of these on your wishlist? 

Choose your favourites, email me to order yours before 31st July 2010.

Thank You cards for the PTA

Our School PTA needed some Thank You cards, so I offered to make them.

They needed 10 cards, so I made 2 designs for them.

Both Cards are made using Two-Step Stampin' Stamp Sets.

Card #1

I have used Cheep Talk Stamp Set.

Kiwi Kiss, Rich Razzleberry, Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White. 

I love this colour combo.

Card #2

I used Heartfelt Thanks Stamp Set for this card.

The colours I have used are Lovely Lavender, Passion Pink, Orchid Opulunce, Rich Razzleberry and Whisper White. To finish this card I wrapped string around and tied in a bow.

I wasn't too sure on this card, the colours are not me at all.

Rhonda (PTA Chairperson) was thrilled with them.

Stampin' Up Promotion for July is 20% of selected Two-Step Stampin' Stamp Sets.

I will post again tomorrow with more details.

Birthday Card and Matching Shoe

After making the thankyou card on Friday for JAI challenge, I liked it so much and Savannah needed a birthday card for her friend Nadine whose party she went to on Saturday I made another one.

Change the words and you have a birthday card.

I also made this shoe for Nadine.

The flower is made using 5-Petal Flower and Boho Blossom Punches.

We cut and scored  another and put Sticky Strip on another shoe for Nadine to make up, with other supplies, Savannah punched out lots shapes for her. Nadine was so pleased with her gift she made a card straight away.

Bargello Technique

I came across a new technique the other day while blog hopping on Dawn Olchefske blog, go check out her blog she has lots of tutorials.

The technique was called Bargello. 

Which is an embroidery technique that uses long stitches to create patterns.  But of course, we use paper to replicate the technique.

 So here is the my results using this technique. Do you like the chervons that I have created using the striped Cottage Wall DSP?

This week challenge at Just Add Ink # 23 is Just Add... Patterned Paper.

 So I thought this would be a great entry.

Last weeks JAI # 22 was a colour challenge which I wanted to do but I didn't get chance to do, so I have used them for this weeks challenge.

These are glorious colours and I have enjoyed using them together.

I don't know what the name of the style of card is, it is nice to make different cards from time to time.

I have used Cheep Talk Stamp Set, which is a 2 - Step Stampin' Stamp Set, which is very fun to use. 

Next month, Stampin’ Up! is having a promotion on several selected 2-step stamp sets – so you may well be able to pick up one of your favourites at a great price. 

Watch this space!

Warm fuzzie...

Thanks for all the comments and encouragement that you all of you out there in blog land.

As you know I have been quite busy lately and that I haven't blogged much lately ( I finished my book and have been to the library to get another one today), I had a email earlier in the week from my friend Bron and fellow SU demo whom I have never met in person only blogs and emails just to see if I am ok. It's so nice that you care, and that I was missed. I have enjoyed making so many new friends (in person and on the net) since joining Stampin' Up a year ago.

Today I was awarded this Swap Sisters Bonny Blog Award by the very talented Bron Heslop

So now I want to ’pay it forward’, and share with you five blogs that I visit and find inspiration from (besides Bron who nominated me!)

In no particular order, here they are:

Jo Armstrong

Keryn Campbell

Danielle Daws

Deb Ryan

Lisa Bullock

And now 5 things about me...

1. I'm on the 50th Celebration Committee for Life Church Timaru.

2. I have just started driving the school bus on a Thursday afternoons and oncall for other days when Raewyn can't do it.

3. I'm enjoying reading Karen Kingsbury books. Tissues are a must for them.

4. On Saturday I'm helping make over a 1000 dozen cheese rolls for Girl Guides Jamboree Fundraiser.

5. I love school holiday and I'm looking forward to going to the movies with Samuel and watching Toy Story 3.

I hoping to have some bits and pieces to show you tomorrow, but first I have to find my benches and tidy my craftroom.

Have a great evening and I will see you all tomorrow.

Deal of the week #4

Up until 6pm on the 30^th June get your selected Rhinestone Brads and Ribbon at Fantastic Prices....

109113 Pg 149 Square Ice Rhinestone Brads Regular Price $23.50 Sale Price $14.10

109111 Pg 149 Circle Ice Rhinestone Brads Regular Price $23.50 Sale Price $14.10

109112 Pg 149 Square Fire Rhinestone Brads Regular Price $23.50 Sale Price $14.10

111848 Pg 150 Bashful Blue 1” Double Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon Regular Price $23.50 Sale Price $12.93

109050 Pg 151 Certainly Celery 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon Regular Price $17.95 Sale Price $10.77

To view online click here.

Shipping costs are 5%.

I need orders and money to me by 6pm Tuesday 30^th June.

Thanks for all your orders, there have been some great specials.

Nearly finished Ever After...

Life has been busy around here, and my book has been calling me away from my crafting.

I finish reading Even Now last Wednesday and am now nearly finished Ever After by Karen Kingsbury. I do recommend you read these books but you have been warned that you will need tissues.

I have been helping my Friend Liz in her shop while she was in Brisbane and also this week to help her out, thanks Liz I have had a blast.

I made this wee Note Card Tote last week, it fits 4 3" x 3" cards.

I was suprised at the size of the cards even though the instrustions told me that it made 3" square cards (blonde moment), my excuse it that we work in metric her in New Zealand.

This would make a great gift.

Up to 50% off

Deals of the Week

Throughout the month of June, Stampin’ Up! is bringing you a new deal every week!

Here is Deal of the Week #3

Up to 50% of the following Stamp Sets this week, it a steal.

Contact me to place your order.

Shipping costs are 5%.

Orders and money in my account needs to be by Tuesday 22th June 5pm.

114263  A Happy Heart Stamp Set  normally $49.95   Sale price $24.98

115792  Greetings Eight Stamp Set  normally $58.95   Sale price  $29.48

116330  Bella’s Bloom Stamp Set  normally  $28.95  Sale price  $17.37

1130009  Enjoy Every Moment Stamp Set  normally  $62.95  Sale price  $31.48

114283  All Scallops Stamp Set  normally $66.95  Sale price  $33.48

Email me today to order yours.

Have a great day.

Team Swaps

I finnish my book today, so now I am now reading the next book Ever After.

I recommend you go to the library and get a Karen Kingsbury book, great reading.

Here are some of the swaps from last weeks meeting.

This is the gift Rebecca made for me for my recent promotion to a supervisor.

This is Alison's swap. Don't you love Autumn Tradations DSP.

This is Jenny's Swap, love the bird on the in and outside of this card.

This Carolyn's swap, love the way she punched the Square Scallop then reattached it.

This is Sonia's swap, love the pillow box in acetate with great flower. There were Jelly Beans in this, which got eaten very soon after showing it to the kids.

This is Trina's swap, beautiful flower love Rich Razzleberry and Tempting Turquoise together.

This is Rachel's swap, she has Embossed the petals.

This is Lisa's swap, great mini card and envelope.

Missing From Action

Sorry that I have been missing from action, nose in a good book that Mum lent me. Even Now by Karen Kingsbury, it well worth a read in fact I'm having problems putting it down, you will need tissues.

I was in Christchurch Wednesday for a team meeting, what a great meeting. Its so good been apart of a team were you can bounce ideas, thoughts  and support each other. I have bouught home some really great swaps, which I will photogragh and show you.

Talking of Tissues here are the Tissue Boxes I made for our team swap.

Our brief was to use the Big Shot, New In Colours and use a Stamp Set out of the current 2009 - 2010 Catalogue.

Keryn Campbell had made these and has measurements on her blog.

I have used Priceless and Petal Pizzaz Stamp sets.

Join my team and join in the the fun and support you get from been part of the team. There is no better time that at moment to join Stampin' Up, Save 20% of your Starter Kit.

Contact me for more information.

Deal of the week #2

Good Morning here is the Deals of the Week #2,

I know you have been waiting eagerly for today arrive, I have a customer phone yesterday she was so keen.

This week is Designer Series Papers, don’t we all love papers they are so versatile from Scrap pages, cards and 3d projects you are only limited by your imagination.

There are no limit to how many you can buy, this is a fantastic price.

Contact me before 6pm Tuesday to order yours

  Haiku Designer Series Paper @ $11.97 instead of $19.95

 Pink Flamingo Designer Series Papers @ $12.97 instead of $19.95

Tea Party Designer Series Paper @ $11.97 instead of $19.95

Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper @ $12.97 instead of $19.95

 Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer Series Paper @ $18.17 instead of $27.95