Stampin Fun and Friends – Colour Challenge

By | June 8, 2011
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Hi
Over at Stampin Fun and Friends we had a colour challenge over the weekend.  We had to create a card using So Saffron, Rose Red & Wild Wasabi – a combination straight from the Colour Coach.  I’ve wanted to try using the flower stamp from Inspired by Nature and ink it up using markers so this was a great opportunity to trial this technique.  This was my first attempt and I was pleased with how it turned out.  I need to improve a few things but that’s OK.

Supplies:
Stamp – Inspired By Nature
Cardstock – Wild Wasabi, So Saffron, Whisper White
Markers – So Saffron, Rose Red, Wild Wasabi
Check back tomorrow for the next project.  If you want to join in the next challenge click here to sign up.
TFL
Paula

Stampin Fun & Friends – Project Two

By | June 7, 2011
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Hi there

As promised here is my take on the second project which was created by Amy – another Kiwi.  This was fun to make and I will definitely be making this again especially once I found out it holds 6 Whittakers long chocolates!  This would make a great gift to give away.  On Sunday we had a family lunch to celebrate Phil & my birthday plus my brothers which is next week.  When my nephew saw this project he immediately said he’d like one for his birthday (which is not until November).  I think the chocolates may have been the inspiration for the comment!

Supplies:
Stamp – Flight of the Butterfly
Cardstock – Chocolate Chip, Pink Pirouette, Very Vanilla
DSP – Candy Lane (retired)
Ink – Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip
Other – Chocolate Chip Ribbon, Subtles Brads, Brown Cotton
Check back tomorrow for the Colour Challenge and don’t forget it’s not too late to join us – click here for more details.
Catch you later
Paula

Stampin Fun and Friends – Project One

By | June 6, 2011
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Hi there

What a great weekend it’s been.  I’ve been able to do heaps of crafting so thought it was time to post some of my creations.

I’ve been asked to be a designer over at Stampin Fun & Friends which kicked off on Wednesday 1 June – it’s not too late to join – check out more details on CherylAnn’s blog.

So far we’ve had 5 projects posted plus we had a colour challenge over the weekend.  There are also regular ‘chat’ sessions.  We had one today which was heaps of fun – plus there are prizes during the chat sessions.  I’ve recreated the first 4 projects and will post them over the coming days.

The first project was from Tracey Old – a Kiwi.  It was a great project & very timely for me.  My brother’s birthday is next week and I needed to do a card and some type of voucher – he is wanting to buy a sausage making machine!!!  This project is an all in one.  Here is what I recreated: 

Supplies:
Stamp -On Your Birthday, Whimsical Words, Bring on the Cake
Cardstock – Bashful Blue, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron, Early Espresso, Whisper White
DSP – Washington Apple (retired)
Ink – Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso
Punch – Build A Cupcake, Scallop Edge Border, 2 3/8″ Scallop Circle, 1 3/4 Circle
Other – Pumpkin Pie Ribbon, Top Note Die, Crimper
The instructions were easy to follow and include step by step photos.  I’m really enjoying using the Build A Cupcake punch which goes well with this stamp from the set ‘Bring on the Cake’ in the current mini.
Wait till you see tomorrow’s post which is also from a Kiwi.  We’d love you to join us at Stampin Fun and Friends so jump over to CherylAnn’s site here.
Catch you back tomorrow.
Paula

Friend to Friend Swaps – UStamp with Dawn & Friends

By | June 5, 2011
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Hi
I have finally got round to posting what I sent for my Friend to Friend swap for the latest round of UStamp with Dawn & Friends.  This was my first time for joining in on the swaps.  It was heaps of fun & I’ll do it agian next round.  It’s a great way of gaining ideas and seeing what others create.  We had to make a card with envelope and a matching 3D gift.  Here is what I made.


I’ve wanted to make one of these note pads for ages so it was a good excuse to trial it.  I bought the small pen (Paper Mate Sport Mini) from PaperPlus.  I also used one in my stationary box here.  It’s a great size for these types of projects.  I must now make one for me!
Supplies:
Cardstock – Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Whisper White
Markers – Elegant Eggplant, Melon Mambo, Old Olive
DSP – Brights DSP Patterns Stack
Punches – Scallop Trim Corner, Scallop Trim Border, Word Window, Modern Label
Other – Big Shot, Blossom Party Die, Little Leaves Die, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Old Olive Ribbon
TFL
Paula

Try Stampin on Tuesday #17

By | June 5, 2011
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Hi there

The weather here in Auckland yesterday was wet & windy – a great day to spend inside & create.  I will show you later what I created.  If you haven’t joined up to Stampin Fun and Friends it’s not too late.  Check out CherylAnn’s blog for more details.  The projects posted so far are fantastic.  (that’s what I was creating yesterday)

Here is this weeks TST challenge:

This was a great layout as I needed to get a card made for my BIL in Australia.  The only stamping on this card is the greeting inside.  My BIL is a chef so I used my Build A Cupcake punch to create a cake.

I thought the words for this were perfect.  I’ve used Soft Suede Polka Dot ribbon but turned it over to give the solid colour.  I put the base of the cupcake through the crimper to give the crinkled effect. 
If you haven’t had a go at one of the challenges click here and have a go – you’ll get hooked.  They are a great way to build up you supply of cards, meet new friends and see what other people create.
Supplies:
Stamp – A Word for You
Cardstock – Cajun Craze, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Baja Breeze, Perfect Plum
Ink – Early Espresso
Punch – Build A Cupcake
Other – Soft Suede Polka Dot Ribbon, Dimensionals, Crimper
Well I’d better sign off and get ready for Church.  Have a great weekend.
Catch you later.
Paula

Stamping411 Challenge

By | June 1, 2011
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Hi there

Well after a lovely long weekend away (I’ll try and put some photo’s up soon) I’m back into my card making.

This card is for the challenge over at Stamping411.  I’ve made it a masculine theme as this month I have 3 male birthday cards to do.  Here is the sketch:

and here is my take:

I stamped the truck, cut it out and then stuck it on the Very Vanilla.  The parcels to the side have been raised with dimensionals.  I used Crystal Effects on the tyres for some depth.  I was lucky enough to win a prize from the last round of UStamp with Dawn and Friends and received a parcel with some lovely goodies – of which included some More Mustard ribbon!  Perfect for this project.

Supplies:
Stamp – Loads of Love, Loads of Accessories
Cardstock – Bravo Burgundy, More Mustard, Very Vanilla
Markers – Bravo Burgundy, More Mustard, Crumb Cake, River Rock, Baja Breeze, Basic Black
DSP – Neutrals Paper Pattern Stack
Other – More Mustard Ribbon, Scallop Edge Border Punch, Dimensionals, Crystal Effects

Have a great day
Paula

Happy Birthday to Me! (and Phil)

By | May 26, 2011
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Hi

Happy Birthday to Me & Phil!

Well by the time you read this we will be in New Plymouth having a birthday holiday.  As we share the same day – how cool is that! – every second year we go away for a short break to celebrate OUR birthday.  I haven’t been to New Plymouth since 1975 so thought it was about time I went back.  I’ll try and take some photos while we are away and post them next week.

I had to be sneaky in getting Phil’s card made without him seeing it.  As we share the same hobbies room I had to wait until he went out to do some photography so I could have the room to myself!

I always struggle making masculine cards so here is what I made for him.  I’m quite pleased with how it turned out.

I cut the large star out of Daffodil Delight and then added Crystal Effects to give it a nice glossy finish.  I had tried to photograph the inside of the card but it wouldn’t stand up so I gave up!  I had stamped the ‘stars’ for the set in Tangerine Tango.
Supplies:
Stamps – Starring You
Cardstock – Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Tangerine Tango, Whisper White
DSP – Haiku (retired)
Ink – Tangerine Tango
Other – Daffodil Delight Ribbon, Small Star Punch, Large Star Punch, 1/2″ Circle Punch, 1 1/2″ Circle Punch, 1 3/4″ Circle Punch, Crystal Effects, Dimensionals
Well this will be me until we get home on Sunday.  Hope you have a great weekend.
Paula


Try Stampin on Tuesday #16

By | May 25, 2011
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Hi there

It feels like only yesterday that I was posting last weeks challenge but as we go on holiday this afternoon I wanted to get this weeks one up before we head away.

I had two attempts at this layout and have gone with my second option as it is brighter.  Here is the sketch:

and here is my take:

I haven’t done any stampng on this card – just used colour, punches & embellishments.  The owl is made out of DSP and I’ve run the leaf through the Square Lattice Embossing folder for some texture.  The background cardstock is actually Pacific Point but it looks brighter in the photo.

Supplies:
Cardstock – Pumpkin Pie, Pacific Point
DSP – Windsor Knot, East Coast Prep
Other – Two Step Owl Punch, Two Step Bird Punch, Brads, Square Lattice Embossing Folder

Have a great rest of the week – I will be.

Paula

Try Stampin On Tuesday #15

By | May 23, 2011
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Hi there

I have finally got round to completing and photgraphing this weeks challenge – a bit later than usual.

It took me a bit of time to work out what to do with this sketch:

I finally decided on my combination Sunday afternoon!  This week I have used the colours from JAI – Pear Pizzazz, Baja Breeze, Perfect Plum and Whisper White.

Instead of having two squares on the top I have gone of one strip but two different embellishments to represent the two squares.  I really like this layout (now that it’s completed!) and I think I may recreate it in some other colour combinations.  I’m not sure if you can see but I’ve added some glitter to the motif on the rollered strip for some sparkle.
So here it is:

Supplies:
Cardstock – Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, Textured Baja Breeze, Perfect Plum
Stamps – Friendly Words Roller, Perfect Punches
Ink – Perfect Plum
Other – Pear Pizzazz 1/2″ Ribbon, Beautiful Wings Embosslit Die, Oval Punch, White Embossing Powder, Dazzling Diamonds, Dimensionals

Enjoy the rest of your week.

Don’t forget to visit CherylAnn’s blog and sign up for Stampin Fun and Friends.
Paula

Happy Birthday Cheryl

By | May 22, 2011
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Hi

Well I hope you have had a great weekend.  Mine hasn’t been that hot – I’ve had my first head cold.  It’s not that easy crafting trying to keep your head up all the time!  Never mind I am starting to feel better – just in time to go back to work.

Here is a card I made last week for another colleague who has a birthday this week.  I was wanting to use up some of my scraps of DSP so I checked back to the Autumn-Winter mini from last year when the paper was released for some ideas.  It was great – there was an example that used four different papers.  So if you still have your last years mini check out page 30.  Here is how mine turned out.  I was really pleased with this and I’m sure I’ll use this layout again.

Supplies:
Cardstock – Orchid Opulence, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White
Stamp – Spotlight on Christmas, On Your Birthday
Markers – Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive
DSP – Cottage Wall
Other – Old Olive 1/4″ ribbon, Modern Label Punch, Scallop Border Punch, Two Step Bird Punch
Hope you have a great week.
Paula

We have a winner

By | May 21, 2011
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Congratulations to Colleen on winning the draw for a FREE pass to the first ever project for Stampin Fun and Friends.

Thank you to those of you that left a comment.

Have a great weekend.

Paula

Happy Birthday Paula

By | May 20, 2011
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Hi

Another Paula had her birthday yesterday – hope you had a great day.  I have never met Paula but she has left some wonderful comments on my blog since I started blogging earlier this year.  Thank you for your words of encouragement they mean a lot to me :).

How do you create a card for somebody that makes such wonderful cards herself?  Well I love this stamp set and as we have crafting in common I thought this was a great one to use.

Sorry I don’t have a photo of the inside – I wrote on it then realised I hadn’t taken a photo!  I had stamped the bag in the bottom lefthand corner (with Í love stamps’ on the bag) then stamped the roller, marker, scissors & the stamp along the bottom.  I ended up using 10 of the 11 stamps in the set.  The good old Colour Chart gave me the colour combination.

Supplies:
Stamps – Totally Tess
Cardstock – Sahara Sand, Perfect Plum, Blushing Bride, Whisper White
Markers – Regal Rose, Early Espresso, Sahara Sand
Other – Scallop Trim Corner & Border Punch, Modern Label Punch & Die, Big Shot

Paula

Happy Birthday Pat

By | May 19, 2011
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Hi there

Don’t forget to leave a comment so that you can be in the draw to win a free pass to join Stampin Fun and Friends – see my earlier post.

This birthday card is for one of the ladies at work whose birthday is on Saturday.  I altered my original design a bit once I started creating – the original colours I’d chosen just weren’t working for me.  It’s called a ‘Joy Fold’ card and has lots of options for design.  The front piece of cardstock opens out and gives room for more stamping or colour.

For the background I’ve used the Very Vintage roller.  When I first bought my roller I was really disappointed with the results but now that I have the ruler I love using it.  I also found out it is better to use the roller standing up than trying to do it sitting down.

For my envelope I’ve used two different pieces of double sided paper to get the colour combination I wanted.  It’s a great way of using up the small offcuts.


Supplies:
Stamps – Very Vintage Roller, So Happy For You
Cardstock – Certainly Celery, Orchid Opulence, Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry
Ink – Certainly Celery, Rich Razzleberry
DSP – Cottage Wall
Other – Big Shot, Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Scallop Envelope Die, Scallop Trim Corner Punch
Enjoy the rest of your day.
Paula

Free Pass for Stampin Fun and Friends

By | May 15, 2011
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Hi there

I have some good news – as a designer for Stampin Fun and Friends I have been given a FREE pass to give away.  So leave me a comment and I’ll put you name in the draw.  If you would like to know more about this exciting new project visit CherylAnn’s blog.  I will do the draw on Saturday 21 May.

Paula

Try Stampin On Tuesday #14

By | May 14, 2011
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Hi there

Well this weeks sketch had me stumped for a bit.  So last night I had a look through my ‘techniques’ folder to see if I could get some inspiration – it worked.  I found a techique called Emerging Colour that I’d got from Paula Dobson a while ago but hadn’t had time to trial it.  I will definitely be trying this one out again with other stamp sets.  For my colour combination – the trusty Colour Coach!  Here is this weeks sketch:

and here’s my take on it


Supplies:
Stamp – Vintage Vogue, Simply Said, On Your Birthday
Cardstock – Sahara Sand, Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze, Early Espresso, Whisper White
Ink – Pink Pirouette, Baja Breeze, Early Espresso
Other – Versamakr, Clear Embossing Powder, Brayer, Scallop Trim Border Punch, Scallop Oval & Large Oval Punch, Early Espresso Satin Ribbon
Have a great weekend.
Paula