Effective White Space using Botanical Love from Create a Smile

Hi Crafters, I’m over on the Create a Smile blog as a part of the Video Design Team. I created this video and card to show off effective white space. This card, I must say, is simple to create and looks simple but it does take a bit of time to cut out all theContinue reading “Effective White Space using Botanical Love from Create a Smile”

Watercolour for the Non-Artistic Cardmaker: Masking and Stencilling

Hi Crafters, welcome back to Watercolour for the Non-Artistic Cardmaker Stencilling and Masking. Below you can link up your creations until January 23rd where I will pick the winners of the prizes. Today we are going to look at stencilling and masking. Stencilling can be a great way to add subtle texture to a project while maskingContinue reading “Watercolour for the Non-Artistic Cardmaker: Masking and Stencilling”

The Ton Card – Embossing on Acetate

Hi crafters, today I am featuring this awesome background stamp once again from the Ton which is called Peony Background. I made an additional video here using a similar technique. I embossed on heat-resistant acetate to create this shiny look. I hope you enjoy the video tutorial below and the links for all the suppliesContinue reading “The Ton Card – Embossing on Acetate”

Crafty Collaboration with Kristina + Giveaway

Hi crafters, today I have lots of exciting news…well maybe just a few things… 1. I am collaborating today with Kristina (CraftyPaws) and we are both focussing on Watercolour      Cards 2. I’m doing a giveaway on my video today! To find out how to win, watch my video tutorial! 3. I officially haveContinue reading “Crafty Collaboration with Kristina + Giveaway”

3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Stencilled *Day 3*

Hi Crafters, this week has just flown by and I am counting the days (8!) until summer vacation. In Germany, I teach until July 22nd so I am happily awaiting a much needed break. I got some great news today and my visa was approved to the UK and I am looking forward to theContinue reading “3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Stencilled *Day 3*”

3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Quick and Easy *Day 2*

Hi Crafters, For today’s card for the 3 Cards, 1 Stamp Series I made it quick and easy. I stamped the butterfly from the Elegant Butterflies set with pigment black ink and then used the stencil and some distress inks to add some colourful accents to the card. Check out my video tutorial below forContinue reading “3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Quick and Easy *Day 2*”

3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Watercolour *Day 1*

Hi Crafters, welcome back to my series 3 CARDS, 1 STAMP JULY. This week I am paying tribute to the Elegant Butterflies Stamp Set. This stamp set is very well loved and I have created so many pretty things with it. It has everything you need – great sentiments, solid butterfly, butterflies to colour andContinue reading “3 Cards, 1 Stamp July 2015: Elegant Butterflies by Clearly Besotted Watercolour *Day 1*”

AAA Card Challenge: Springtime

Hi Crafters, Today I am over at AAA Cards Challenge and over the next two weeks we will be celebrating Spring! I know spring has arrived here in Germany and I hope everyone else is experiencing some sun 🙂 This week I created this pretty butterfly card. I really love excuses to stamp butterflies –Continue reading “AAA Card Challenge: Springtime”

Stretch Your Dies Homework: Day 1! Word Dies!

Hi Crafters! I have taken a break from usual school and took a Stretch your Dies Class over at Onlinecardclasses.com. Today we had to use word dies in a few different ways. Today’s card was inspired by Jennifer McGuire‘s creation and I just adore the results. I love how the card maintains a simple lookContinue reading “Stretch Your Dies Homework: Day 1! Word Dies!”

So Suzy Stamps Wedding Featurette Part 2: Bridal Shower Things!

Wedding Featurette Part 2: Bridal Shower! Hi everyone, welcome to another DIY wedding featurette! Last week I showed you how to make quick and easy Save the Date and Wedding Invitations using my Youtube tutorial and showed you everything you need to make these awesome projects. Receive 10% off with Coupon Code: Justine10  Shop now!