Stampin' Up! My Way

Pom Pom Flower

2012-02-16T08:00:00.000Z

Some more of the delicious Sale-a-bration papers this time made into pom pom flowers. The flowers take me back to my quilling days and I must say I enjoyed making them so I might just start quilling again but this time with a Stampin’ Up! twist ;o)

Jo x

Happy Valentine’s Day

2012-02-14T08:00:00.000Z

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!

Jo x

Simple Make & Take Project

2012-02-10T08:00:00.001Z

’Recognise the colour combo ;o) This is a simple make & take card I’m sharing at my February workshops.

Jo x

U R 18

2012-02-08T08:00:00.001Z

Another ‘man’ card today, so no ribbon or bling but a few brads and linen thread instead!

Jo x

Loving Calypso Coral

2012-02-06T19:41:00.002Z

This is soooo not my usual colour choice but I can’t stop using it at the moment, It must have something to do with those gorgeous Sale-a-bration papers Everyday Enchantment which is where I got my inspiration from!

Jo x

Same but different!

2012-02-03T08:00:00.001Z

What a difference changing the colour combo makes to a card, I liked the layout so just swapped the colours around. I went for a masculine feel so no ribbon or bling but added texture with the embossed layers and a button.

Jo x

February Card Class

2012-02-01T08:00:00.002Z

These are the cards we are making at our February Card Class. Want to come along? You can find everything you need to know here.

Jo x

SAB is Here!!!

2012-01-24T08:33:00.001Z

It’s here,THE most exciting promotion of the year, Sale-A-Bration and THE best time to join Stampin’ Up! and if that wasn’t enough I’m offering FREE p&p during the whole of Sale-A-Bration on every order that reaches the magic £45.00

Here’s how it works:

SPEND £45 choose one FREE set of stamps or papers and get FREE p&p as a gift from me.

Join My Team and in addition to your fully customizable starter kit choose another stamp set of your choice, you will get nearly £300 worth of product for ONLY £119!

HOST A WORKSHOP and if your workshop’s sales reach £300 you will get to choose an extra stamp set in addition to those you earn on your personal order.

The choice is amazing and you can earn them all from today until 31 March!!!

I have also got some very special offers on product bundles for my Newsletter subscribers so sign up to day to get yourself a bargain!

Jo x

Passionettes 2012 SAB Blog Hop

2012-01-23T10:00:00.001Z

Welcome to the Passionettes 2012 SAB blog hop!

If you are hopping along you should have come from HERE where Debbie has been showing you some FAB projects

We are all showcasing the gorgeous FREE stuff available to everyone during Sale-A-Bration which kicks off tomorrow.

I'm showing you the beautiful 12 x 12 Everyday Enchantment DSP pack which is my favourite.

If you want it too then just spend £45-00 and you can have it for FREE!!!

To continue on the hop then click HERE to see what scrummy things Teri has done with the FREE stuff.

Enjoy!

Jo x

Mini Thank You Cards & Box

2012-01-20T08:00:00.000Z

I love making boxes to keep a suite of cards in and they are so easy to do using Stampin’ Up! Grid Paper. A handmade box full of handmade cards makes a lovely personal gift.

Jo x

Post it Note Purse

2012-01-18T08:00:00.000Z

This little purse opens to reveal a post it note pad and makes a great gift idea.

Jo x

Fabric Ring

2012-01-16T08:00:00.000Z

What do you think? Yeah, I know I’ll never be a hand model but the ring is something a little different and on trend at the moment (apparently lol)

Jo x

Butterfly Box Frame

2012-01-14T08:00:00.000Z

I have seen these decorated box frames in lots of posh boutique shops. Being the tight Yorkshire lass that I am I decided I’d make my own instead of paying the rather large price tag.

Jo x

Button Box Pin Cushion

2012-01-12T08:00:00.000Z

This cute little pin cushion is made using an empty Stampin’ Up! button tub, good eh? It’s so simple to make and requires no sewing which suits me perfectly ;o)

Jo x

Spice Cake Suite Demo Booth

2012-01-11T08:00:00.000Z

I was asked to do a ‘Demo Booth’ at the Passionettes quarterly training showcasing the Spice Cake Suite in the Spring Mini. I love this suite and above shows my efforts. I will share some of the projects individually over the next few weeks.

i-spotlight - Simply Adorned

2012-01-05T08:00:00.000Z

OMG!!! The new mini Catalogue is filled with loads of gorgeous stash!!!!! The Simply Adorned suite is simply a must have, it's wearable art for you to make and keep or to give as a personal gift, perfect!

Click HERE to see what new delights Stampin' Up! has to offer, enjoy!

Jo x

SPRING MINI

2012-01-04T00:01:00.002Z

HERE is the fantastic Spring Mini Catalogue full of gorgeousness!! As always it's jam packed with scrummy stamps, paper, fabric and JEWELLERY, yes, we now have the simply adorned range of jewellery!! When you have decided what you *need* simply get in touch with me and I'll do the rest.

Jo x

January Card Class

2012-01-02T08:00:00.002Z

We are making a his & hers card with some new stash from the new Spring Mini at our next class. Fancy joining us? You will find all the details HERE.

Jo x

Happy 18th

2011-12-27T08:00:00.001Z

It makes a refreshing change to make a Birthday card instead of something Christmassy!

Jo x

Merry Christmas

2011-12-25T08:00:00.001Z

I hope Santa brings you everything you wished for!

Jo x

Money Holder

2011-12-24T08:00:00.001Z

Giving money is always a 'cop' out BUT for any teenager it the only option ;o)

Jo x

Oh Christmas tree .....

2011-12-12T08:00:00.001Z

... Oh Christmas tree, have I got you singing along now ;o)

Jo x

Happy Birthday Clare

2011-12-10T08:00:00.000Z

It's my craft friend Clare's Birthday today, Happy Birthday Clare! Have I told you that I love Mocha Morning DSP ;o) well here it is again on Clare's card lol.

Jo x

Birthday Flower Broach

2011-12-07T08:00:00.001Z

This is a little something I made for Paula. It's in her favourite colours so hope she likes it.

Jo x

Happy Birthday Paula

2011-12-05T08:00:00.001Z

It's my very good friend & fellow SU Demonstrator Paula's Birthday today. Paula likes black and white and I love Mocha Morning DSP, perfect combination!

Happy Birthday Paula, Hopes it's a good one x

Jo x

i-spotlight - Mocha Morning DSP

2011-12-01T08:00:00.001Z

The Mocha Morning speciality DSP has got to be the most gorgeous paper. It is just soo luxurious, you can not fail to make a stunning project with these papers. Don't forget you can but a taster pack from me, details at the top of my blog.

Jo x

New Home

2011-11-28T08:00:00.001Z

A new home filled with love, perfect!

Jo x

New Stash

2011-11-25T08:00:00.001Z

This card uses all the scrummy new stuff from the 2011/12 Idea book, Mocha Morning Speciality DSP, Antique Brads, Designer Frames Embossing Folder, Crochet Trim, Brushed Gold Cardstock and a Happiest Birthday Wishes Hostess Set. Don't you just love new stash ;o)

Jo x

Catalogue Case

2011-11-23T08:00:00.001Z

The Stampin' Up! Idea Book and Catalogue is jam packed with gorgeous ideas and this card is one I copied from it. I did change it round a bit but overall it's CASED. I often thumb through looking for inspiration when my MOJO has gone on holiday ;o)

Jo x

Vintage?

2011-11-21T08:00:00.002Z

I really struggle with vintage style cards, I'm definitely a Clean And Simple kinda girl! Jane one of my lovely Downline had a promotion this month and I know she loves vintage so I stepped out of my comfort zone to create a card for her. I think I may have gone a little OTT with the distressing though ;o)

Jo x

Birthday Owl

2011-11-19T08:00:00.002Z

Still love this little guy who's gone all girly on me ;o)

Jo x

I'm on my way to .......

2011-11-17T08:00:00.003Z

.....CONVENTION!!!!!

As you read this I will be travelling to Paris for the annual Stampin' Up! Convention. I made 80 of the cards above (with a lot of help from my best friend Jo Tee) to swap with my fellow Demonstrators.

Jo x

Designer Frames

2011-11-15T08:00:00.001Z

I have a new favourite this week.... Designer Frames Embossing Folders! I am loving the different looks you can achieve with the two frames, expect to see these loads over the next few weeks ;o)

Jo x

Thinking of You

2011-11-14T08:00:00.001Z

To Sheila & Jean xxx

Jo x

MOCHA MORNING SPECIALITY CLASS

2011-11-03T08:00:00.001Z

This is a speciality class for January 2012. For full details please click HERE

Jo x

November Christmas Club is all about FUN!

2011-11-02T08:00:00.000Z

For our last Christmas Club of 2011 we are making 'fun' cards. for details of when, where etc click HERE

Jo x

i-spotlight - Pennant Parade

2011-11-01T08:00:00.003Z

This months i-spotlight is on the fantastic Pennant Parade Stamp Set & co-ordinating Punch, priced at £15-50. If you want a versatile stamp set that can cover a million (slight exaggeration there lol) different occasions then this is the one for you and the best bit, it comes with a matching punch, so no cutting required either!

Jo x

October Card Class

2011-10-18T08:00:00.002+01:00

We are using the fantastic new Pennant Parade stamp set with the matching punch at our next class. Fancy joining in? Full details can be found HERE.

Jo x

THE WAITING IS OVER!!!!

2011-10-01T07:44:00.000+01:00

Today is the official launch of the new Stampin' Up! 20011/12 Catalogue!!! And WOW what an amazing catalogue it is, the best yet by far!!!

You can check out an on line version by clicking HERE, but, if you want to get your hands on a real life copy for FREE, and believe me it's jam packed full of amazing products and ideas, then there are 4 options:

1) Hold a workshop
2) Join my Virtual Hostess Club
3) Place an order over £50.00
4) Attend one of my Classes

Of course you can buy one for £4.95 (inc p&p) by clicking on the link in the left hand column.

I am offering FREE p&p to all my lovely customers old and new who spend over £45.00 during October.

Check out the new Hostess benefits on page 7! You could get your hands on a BIG SHOT for just £43.75 or a FULL SET of MARKERS for just £44.97. For more details just get in touch.

Want to get all the new yummy stash at a discount? Check out the Starter Kit on page 133, yes, it's true you could start your business for just £119.00 and never pay full price for your goodies again and if you join during October Stampin' Up! are giving you an 'In colour Kit' worth £27-96 and in 6 months you could get the price of your kit back!!! Get in touch and I'll guide you through how to join my team and the fabulous Stampin' Up! family.

Jo x

i-spotlight - Owl Punch

2011-09-30T08:00:00.005+01:00

This months i-spotlight is on the fantastic Owl Punch, priced at £15-50. It is truely amazing what this little guy can morph into! Prepare to be amazed....

I've also created the cute little guy below with a project sheet for all my newsletter subscribers. If you'd like to get hold of one then just click on the subscribe button in the side bar above.

Jo x

October Christmas Card Club is going Vintage

2011-09-19T08:00:00.001+01:00

The theme for our next Christmas Card Club is Vintage. If you would like to join us find out more details HERE. Places are limited so don't delay and book today.

Jo x

Gift Card Holder

2011-09-16T08:00:00.000+01:00

These gift card holders are so easy to make using the Top Note Die exclusive to Stampin' Up! Gift cards always seam a bit of a cop out to me but having teenage Nieces & Nephews they are an essential gift so to give them in a special holder makes it feel like I've at least put some thought into it.

Jo x

Happy Birthday Bear

2011-09-14T08:00:00.002+01:00

I have named her 'Bearlinda', and have added lots of 'bearling' to make her extra girly! Cute eh?

Jo x

It's that Owl again

2011-09-12T08:00:00.001+01:00

I just love this little fella, he is soooo cute and you would not believe the amazing things he can morph into ;o) Keep your eyes peeled for some of his guises coming up!

Jo x

Colour Coach Combo

2011-09-08T08:00:00.001+01:00

Another gorgeous colour combination taken from the Colour Coach, Crumb Cake, Not Quite Navy and Riding Hood Red. If you struggle with colour or just tend to use the same combo's over and over again then the Colour Coach really is an essential tool!

Jo x

Ribbon Flower

2011-09-06T08:00:00.001+01:00

I love this gorgeous colour combination of Baja Breeze, Pear Pizzazz and Crumb Cake, I am definitely not a pink girl and this combo is girly enough for me ;o). The flower has been created using the seam binding which has to be my all time favourite, and one I use a lot!

Jo x

September Card Class

2011-09-04T08:00:00.001+01:00

These are the cards we are making at our next card class. Full details about this class can be found HERE

Jo x

i-spotlight - Dasher

2011-09-03T08:00:00.006+01:00

i-spotlight is a new monthly feature highlighting some of the fabulous creations made using Stampin' Up! Products. This month the focus is on the gorgeous 'Dasher', which is a single solid stamp priced at just £7-95!

If you subscribe to my newsletter you will also receive a FREE project sheet to make the card below. To receive my newsletter click on the subscribe button on the right hand side of my blog.

Jo x

Virtual Workshop

2011-09-02T08:00:00.008+01:00

I have decided to run a Virtual Workshop on 23rd September 2011 for all those people who for whatever reason can't get to the real thing. I will need 6 people to run the workshop.

Here's how it works:

Place an order with me of £25-00 (excluding p&p) or more by 23rd September 2011. If your order is £50-00 you get double the chances.
FREE MAKE & TAKE: As soon as I have received payment I will post out a Make & Take Pack with everything you need to complete 1 card with full instructions.
RAFFLE: There will be a virtual raffle to win a Stampin' Up! stamp set, I will assign a raffle ticket number to each order.
HOSTESS BENEFITS: I will place every one's name in a hat and draw out 1 name to receive all the hostess benefits (at least £150 workshop)
PRIZE PATROL: I will pick out a 2nd name to receive some scrummy Stampin' Up! stash
HANDMADE GIFT: I will pick out a 3rd name to receive a little handmade gift and card.

So what are you waiting? Join my virtual workshop today!

NB: There is no other commitment, no monthly orders etc, just a 1 off order of £25.00 or more

Jo x

LAST CHANCE LIST

2011-09-01T00:01:00.005+01:00

Today is the day that Stampin' Up! release the LAST CHANCE LIST of things that will not carry over into the new 2011/12 Catalogue. You can take a look at the list HERE, remember things on this list will NOT be available after 30th September. If you see something on the list that you want then please get your order in quickly, once it's gone it's GONE! As always there are some fantastic bargains to be had but please be aware that these are very popular and will be the first things to go so don't delay and get your order into me today!!

Jo x

CHRISTMAS CRAFTING SPECTACULAR

2011-08-22T08:00:00.001+01:00

Are you a Stampin' Up! fan? Are you an avid card maker/scrapbooker on the look out for some new and exciting ideas/projects? Yes, then I have the perfect day out for you.

SATURDAY 29th OCTOBER 2011

St WILFRID'S CHURCH HALL

DONCASTER ROAD (A19)

BRAYTON

NORTH YORKSHIRE

YO8 9HE

10am to 3-30pm

COST £35-00

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

A goody bag of products worth over £25-00

All the products required to complete each project.

8 projects including: 5 fun cards featuring various techniques and fun folds, 2 3D items and a

mini scrapbook

Practical and written instructions for each project

Light refreshments throughout the day.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

A packed lunch

A basic tool kit (Scissors, wet & dry adhesive, paper trimmer, bone folder, embossing tool, ruler, pencil)

HOW TO BOOK:

To book your place please contact Jo or Paula. Places are limited and are only secured when FULL PAYMENT is received. Closing date is 30th September 2011.

You can pay by bank transfer (details on request) or by Paypal Gift (details on request).

NB. refunds are not given but if for any reason you are unable to attend we will post out your goody bag. If the day is cancelled then a full refund will be issued.

There is nothing better than spending a day crafting with like minded people and leaving as friends! We look forward to making friends with you.

Jo & Paula

September Christmas Club

2011-08-12T08:00:00.003+01:00

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Here a few sneaky peeks at the cards we will be making at our next Christmas Card Club in September. If you fancy joining in the fun then you can find full details HERE

August card class

2011-08-09T08:00:00.001+01:00

We are making these fun fold cards in our August Card class. For full details of how you can join us please click HERE.

August Free Gift Promotion

2011-08-01T08:34:00.001+01:00

We all like FREE stuff, right? Well Stampin' Up is giving us a free gift (pic above) if we spend £75-00 or more or host a workshop with sales over £250-00. Want to to get your hands on it, well that's easy just contact me HERE.

Perfect Present

2011-07-30T08:00:00.001+01:00

A perfect paper present using my all time favourite DSP, Elegant Soiree.

CHRISTMAS CARD CLUB 2

2011-07-27T08:00:00.001+01:00

Here are some sneeky peeks of the next Christmas card club projects. Full details of the club can be found HERE.

Bright Birthday

2011-07-25T08:00:00.000+01:00

This is a colour combo from the fantastic colour coach and is bright and funky, perfect for a summer birthday.

Getting Shirty

2011-07-22T08:00:00.001+01:00

I like this fun shirt card, it so easy to make but effective don't you think?

If you struggle with 'men' cards then come along to a fun day's crafting where all the projects are based around the men in our life's, full details HERE

Happy Birthday Stacey!

2011-07-20T08:00:00.001+01:00

Today is my downline Stacey's Birthday, Happy Birthday Stacey, have a good one!! Stacey likes black so I tried to incorporate as much as I could onto her card, the operative word there being 'tried' lol. I also want to congratulate her on promoting to Bronze 2, very well done indeed Stacey, as I've said before you are going to be good at this Stampin' Up! thing ;o)

FULL DAY OF CRAFTING

2011-07-15T08:00:00.000+01:00

***VENUE CHANGE***
Please note due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to change the venue for our craft day. We are very sorry and hope it doesn't inconvenience you too much. The new venue is directly off the A19 so is very easy to get to and just 2 miles from the original venue.
PLACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE

ALL ABOUT THE MEN

Are you a Stampin' Up! fan? Are you an avid card maker/scrapbooker on the look out for some new and exciting ideas/projects? Yes, then I have the perfect day out for you.

SATURDAY 17th SEPTEMBER 2011

St WILFRID'S CHURCH HALL

DONCASTER ROAD (A19)

BRAYTON

NORTH YORKSHIRE

YO8 9HE

10am to 3-30pm

COST £35-00

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

A goody bag of products worth over £25-00

All the equipment required to complete each project.

6 projects including: 4 fun cards featuring various techniques and fun folds, a 3D item and a

mini scrapbook

Practical and written instructions for each project

Light refreshments throughout the day.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

A packed lunch

A basic tool kit (Heat gun, scissors, wet & dry adhesive, paper trimmer, bone folder, embossing tool, ruler, pencil)

HOW TO BOOK:

To book your place please contact Jo or Paula. Places are limited and are only secured when FULL PAYMENT is received. Closing date is 31st August 2011.

You can pay by bank transfer (details on request) or by Paypal Gift (details on request).

NB. refunds are not given but if for any reason you are unable to attend we will post out your goody bag. If the day is cancelled then a full refund will be issued.

There is nothing better than spending a day crafting with like minded people and leaving as friends! We look forward to making friends with you.

Jo & Paula

July Card Class

2011-07-04T08:00:00.005+01:00

JULY CARD CLASS

(special product offer available)

We will be making these two vintage cards at our Juy card class. Everyone is welcome, but prior booking is essential as places are limited. Full details are available HERE

NEW CHRISTMAS CLUB

2011-07-02T08:00:00.002+01:00

Are you like me, do you have good intentions to start making those Christmas cards early and then find yourself making last minute cards in the middle of December? Well I have come up with a solution, a Christmas Card Club! Starting on Thursday 14th July and then every 4 weeks after that we will make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs) so by December we will have 40 cards!! The cost of the club will be just £10.00 and you will receive everything you need to complete all 8 cards as well as some extra goodies along the way.
Want to join in the festivities ;o)?
Contact me by e-mail (joannepress@hotmail.co.uk) or phone/text on 07941324910 to secure your place. Places are limited and are on a first come basis.

Birthday Star

2011-07-01T08:00:00.001+01:00

Can you see the de-bossed stars on the background of this card? They are so easy to do, just punch out some star shapes (or any shape you want for that matter) sandwich them between the plates of the Bigshot and run it through, hey presto customised embossing!

6 Today

2011-06-29T08:00:00.001+01:00

It's my Goddaughter's 6th Birthday today, Happy Birthday Jess-Bob!! I hope you have a brilliant day, don't forget to save me a bun please ;o)

Clearly for You

2011-06-27T08:00:00.001+01:00

This is a card I made for the newest member of my Stamp 'Pin Ups' team, Jane *waves*

Welcome to my little team Jane and enjoy your Stampin' Up! journey.

Because I Care

2011-06-25T08:00:00.003+01:00

The 'Popping Pastels' technique works so well with this Hostess stamp set. I have of course used my colours of the moment, Baja Breeze and Crumb Cake.

Birthday Train

2011-06-23T08:00:00.002+01:00

I've seen quite a few versions of this Birthday Train around the web and this is my bold & bright version.

June Card Class

2011-06-12T08:00:00.003+01:00

These are the cards we are making at our June card class. I have another very special offer available for this card class, full details can be seen by clicking on CLASSES at the top of the page.

CAS Ballons

2011-06-10T08:00:00.001+01:00

Clean and simple, with a bit of gloss!

Golf Punch Art

2011-06-08T08:00:00.001+01:00

I cased this golf bag and trolley from Lynne Pratt. I am always amazed what you can make from a few punches!

An old Favourite

2011-06-06T16:43:00.000+01:00

This is an alternative version of a shop window card I have made previously, oldies are goodies though, don't you think?

It's in the Stars

2011-06-04T08:00:00.001+01:00

Stars are my go to item for those dreaded 'Men' cards. I almost always avoid ribbon and glitter on male cards as they just don't seem 'manly' enough ;o) BUT the new glass glitter is so chunky it's perfect for adding manly bling!

Faux Watercolouring

2011-06-02T08:00:00.001+01:00

Another *faux* technique that I will be demonstrating at workshops booked during June. Workshops are so much fun to book yours just contact me!

Faux Embossing

2011-05-31T08:00:00.001+01:00

*faux* is the theme for my June workshops. If you would like to know how to do this faux embossing technique, book a workshop during June and I'll show you.

Bevelled Window

2011-05-29T08:00:00.001+01:00

The new Bevelled Windows are such a luxurious addition to any card, they make gorgeous jewellery too!

Top Note Gift Bag

2011-05-27T08:00:00.002+01:00

I am amazed at the versatility of the fantastic Top Note Die, the possibilities are endless. Here I have made a gift bag with the Vintage Springtime DSP.

More Bunting

2011-05-25T08:00:00.000+01:00

Get ready, I'm on a bunting roll now!

Bunting

2011-05-23T08:00:00.001+01:00

Bunting is so 'IN' at the moment so thought I'd better get with it lol.

Is it Fabric?

2011-05-22T08:00:00.000+01:00

No, is the answer to the title question but, it sure does look like it when you emboss DSP with the Square Lattice embossing Folder.

MAY CARD CLASS & SPECIAL OFFER

2011-05-06T08:00:00.002+01:00

Our May card class has a 'Man' theme just in time for Father's Day. I am also offering a very special product offer with this class too. Classes are £5-00 but, get this class + the Square Lattice embossing folder for just £8-00!!!! Full details of this class can be found by clicking on CLASSES at the top of the page.

Combo of the Moment

2011-05-05T08:00:00.001+01:00

This is my colour combo of the moment Baja Breeze, Rose red, Pear Pizzazz and Crumb Cake, I am in love with it but then you all know that coz I've used it over and over again lol

Bigshot Butterfly

2011-05-03T08:00:00.003+01:00

The Bigshot's back lol. As I didn't use my Bigshot on the card in my last post I thought I'd better make up for it ;o) I've used the Square Lattice embossing folder to create the texture on the Very Vanilla background then created the butterfly from the SU exclusive Beautiful Butterflies die using the gorgeous Springtime Vintage Designer Series papers.

What no Bigshot!

2011-05-01T08:00:00.001+01:00

That's right I have not used my Bigshot on this card lol, however I have used the new decorative label punch instead.

Manhattan Flower

2011-04-29T08:00:00.000+01:00

Here are a few of my favourite things, Crumb Cake cardstock, Manhattan Flower embossing folder, Taffeta Ribbon, Boho Blossom Punch and Basic Pearls. All mixed together to make a stylish but simple card that is soooo my style.

My Bestest Friend

2011-04-28T08:00:00.002+01:00

It's my bestest friend Jo's Birthday today, Happy Birthday Jo!!!

Butterflies

2011-04-26T08:00:00.001+01:00

However did I manage without the Bigshot? I'm totally in love with the SU exclusive embossing folders. This folder is called elegant bouquet which is just that! The butterflies are also cut and embossed on the Bigshot using another SU exclusive Embosslits Die called Beautiful wings.

Happy Easter

2011-04-24T08:00:00.001+01:00

Happy Easter!!!

I hope the Easter bunny has delivered your quota of chocolate eggs. I made these cute little Easter bonnets from the SU button tubs, I filled them with mini eggs and gave them to my God children.

Four Frames

2011-04-07T08:00:00.001+01:00

I'm loving this colour combo, Baja Breeze, Rose Red, Pear Pizzaz and Crumb Cake nearly as much as I'm loving the seam binding lol. The Four Frames stamp set comes with a matching punch so no more fiddly cutting, perfect! Don't you just love Stampin' Up!, I sure do!

Exclusive Embossing Folder!

2011-04-05T08:00:00.001+01:00

How gorgeous is this Stampin' Up! Textured Impression Embossing Folder? It's called Elegant Bouquet and is totally EXCLUSIVE to Stampin' Up! That's right you can only get hold of it by contacting me. *need* it? Please get in touch and I'll get your order sorted. I've teamed it up with the Four Frames stamp set with a the matching Decorative label punch and more of the delicious seam binding.

A Rose is a Rose on Mother's Day

2011-04-03T08:00:00.005+01:00

Happy Mother's Day!

OMG I am soooo in love with all the scrumminess of the new mini catalogue. This rose is made from the new seam binding which is delicious! Would you like to learn how to make this rose? Yes, then book a workshop/party with me during April (be quick as my diary is nearly full) and I'll demonstrate how to make it, you'll also get your hands on some of the new and exclusive products and make a card too!

IT'S HERE

2011-04-01T00:01:00.001+01:00

The wait is over..... The FAB-U-LOUS Stampin' Up! Mini Catalogue is a out NOW!!!!! Included is THE BIG SHOT, THE OWL PUNCH and EXCLUSIVE Sizzix dies and embossing folders, as well as loads of other gorgeous stamps, paper, ribbon and accessories it is truly fantastic! Enjoy looking through at all those scrummy new products HERE and when you've decided what you *need* please get in touch so I can get your order in straight away, I know how we crafters like to have our stash a.s.a.p

ENJOY!!!!!!!

Thanks so much

2011-03-23T08:00:00.001Z

Another simple thank you card. When you make a lot of these, as I do, they need to be quick to create. The colour combo is from the colour coach, again, this really is one of THE most useful items from the current catalogue.

Beer Monster

2011-03-21T08:00:00.001Z

I know quite a few 'beer monsters', do you ;o) I wanted to get away from the usual male cards and create something fun, hopefully it will make the recipient smile.

Love Letter Thank You

2011-03-19T08:00:00.001Z

I love this colour combination, Basic Black, Very Vanilla & Riding Hood Red which is the colour combo of the Love Letter DSP collection, gorgeous!

Archie

2011-03-17T08:00:00.003Z

Scrapbooking is not really my thing BUT, since my gorgeous little Grandson was born I've realised the need to preserve the memories of him growing up. We now have a decent camera so I just need to learn how to take a decent pic, then scrapbooking here I come lol

DSP Flowers

2011-03-15T08:00:00.004Z

These simple flowers are made from punches and the DSP stack (this is THE best value paper pad and a must for paper addicts). The flowers sit on my craft room window sill and brighten up the dreary days, oh I wish it was summer!!

Thank You Variation

2011-03-13T08:00:00.002Z

This is a variation of the last thank you card, again the colour combo is from the colour coach (whatever did I do with out it ;o)).

March Card Class

2011-03-11T08:00:00.004Z

These are the cards we will making at our March card class. If you would like to come along and join in the fun full details can be found HERE

Thank You

2011-03-09T08:00:00.001Z

I make lots of thank you cards and usually make a batch of them at once. This simple thank you card was made for my Virtual Hostess Club members along with a handmade gift. The bright colour combo was found in my trusty Colour Coach.

Regional Training Swaps

2011-03-07T08:00:00.001Z

Stampin' Up! offer 'us' Demonstrators various training events throughout the year. One of the best features of these events is the chance to meet up with fellow Demo's and swap cards, it really is a great way to pick up ideas and inspiration. This cute punch art teddy was my swap for the Leeds training event, I hope my fellow Demo's liked it, I certainly appreciated all the amazing cards/gifts I received in return!!