Category: Craft Classes

Tape It Stamp Set

Nov 12, 2014

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in Christmas, Christmas Card Series, Craft Classes, Embossing, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Technique, Trees

The Tape It stamp set is a washi tape lover’s dream. Customise and create them in any length, width and colour that you like. Who would have thought? I paired it with the Festival Of Trees Bundle because it’s for Christmas. Do you like this fun idea too? Isn’t it clever? Here’s how to make…
Work of Art Christmas Card

Nov 12, 2014

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in Christmas, Christmas Card Series, Craft Classes, Embossing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

The Work of Art stamp set has so many possibilities, including Christmas cards. A simple heat-embossing technique combined with the Holiday Home stamp set makes it shine. Do you like stamp sets that look like paint images? Isn’t it clever and fun? Here’s how to make the card: On a sheet of Basic White card…
November Stamp Club Kit

Nov 6, 2014

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in Christmas, Craft Classes, Kits, Packaging Inspiration, Stamp Club, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

November Stamp Club is here and I couldn’t be more excited because we are making cards and wrapping them up for Christmas. So how does it work? There are 10 bags to fill with cards and we will be making cards to fill 5 bags in class. All materials will be provided, including a little…
October Stamp Club Tag Making

Oct 22, 2014

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in Christmas, Craft Classes, Stamp Club, Stampin’ Up!, Tags, Technique

Our October Stamp Club tag making was a big success. Thank you to all the lovely ladies who attended. We all had such a wonderful time stamping, chatting and eating a delicious afternoon tea. It’s amazing what a couple of hours of making beautiful things does to break the monotony of everyday life. This is precisely…
Tag Making in October

Oct 17, 2014

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in Christmas, Craft Classes, Designer Series Paper, Stamp Club, Stampin’ Up!, Tags, Technique

Tag making in October is fully-booked. Thank you to everyone who signed up for our October Stamp Club. I’m excited to see all the attendees for our monthly catch-up. We are making a set of gorgeous Christmas tags out of the Trim The Tree Designer Series Paper Stack. We will also be using decorative masks…
School Holiday Scrapbook Class

Sep 14, 2014

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in Christmas, Craft Classes, Fun Fold, School Holidays, Scrapbooking, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

School Holiday Scrapbook Class is happening soon. This September, kids are in for a treat for our craft classes. We are creating a variety of Christmas projects that kids can choose from that include a holiday scrapbook, Christmas ornaments and Christmas cards. These projects are perfect for keeping your kids busy and creative during the…
Stamp Club

Aug 15, 2014

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in Craft Classes, Stamp Club, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

September Stamp Club is almost here. Come and join me for a once-a-month card-making event. Take this opportunity to come out, dedicate some time for yourself and enjoy a hobby that you’ll love. You will learn techniques in stamping, embossing and how to use your take-home product. It’s a great feeling when you’re refreshed and inspired…
Project Life Has Arrived

Jun 17, 2014

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in Craft Classes, Kits, Scrapbooking, Stampin’ Up!

Project Life has arrived in Australia. Stampin’ Up! has partnered with the creator, Becky Higgins so that it can bring you exclusive coordinating products for scrapbooking. It’s a new scrapbooking solution for people who want to document life’s precious moments. When life gets busy we want something easy and practical for memory-keeping. The cost should…
School Holiday Classes

May 27, 2014

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in Craft Classes, School Holidays, Scrapbooking, Sewing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

School holiday classes are here again. I’m excited for the kids to attend fun classes here in the studio. This is an opportunity for them to meet new friends and craft together in a friendly and relaxed environment. It’s also an opportunity for them to be away from the screen. Here’s the line up of…
Mixed Bunch and Simply Stars

May 19, 2014

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in Birthdays, Craft Classes, Floral, Fun Fold, Pop-Up Cards, Punch, Stamp Club, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Let’s use the Mixed Bunch and Simply Stars stamp sets to make pop-up cards. On our recent stamp club, the ladies and I had so much fun making this card. The card folds flat and when you open it, flowers pop-up in the middle. Do you also like cards with a surprise element? They are…
Mother’s Day Card

May 7, 2014

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in Craft Classes, Floral, Fun Fold, Mother’s Day, Pop-Up Cards, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Let’s make a Mother’s Day card. It truly is a miracle of life whenever I look at my sons. I cannot imagine my life now without them. Although my eldest is now almost 14 and my youngest 12, I can still remember the overwhelming emotions the first time I laid my eyes on them. Do…
Card-In-A-Box

Mar 31, 2014

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in Birthdays, Children’s Cards, Craft Classes, Floral, Fun Fold, Pop-Up Cards, School Holidays, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

A Card-In-A-Box is like a jack-in-a-box, only something beautiful like a bouquet of flowers pop-up when opened instead of a clown. Do you like pop-up cards? Kids love them too that’s why I want to teach them how to make one. It’s a fun-fold technique that the kids will learn during the school holidays so…
Happy Congratulations

Mar 26, 2014

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in Craft Classes, Stampin’ Up!, Technique, Wedding

Use the Happy Congratulations stamp set for a gorgeous wedding or engagement card. Here’s how to make the card: On Naturals White card front, stamp the string of lanterns. On another piece of Naturals White cardstock, stamp the lantern in Blushing Bride and then cut using a 3/4 inch Circle Punch. Then attach them to…
The Great Outdoors

Mar 24, 2014

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in Birthdays, Children’s Cards, Craft Classes, Embossing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Let’s use The Great Outdoors stamp set for an invitation card. Do you like to camp? Our family loves camping and we take every chance to go when the weather is nice. We enjoy camping trips with friends where we stay for days to get re-acquainted and catch-up on what’s everyone been up to. It’s…
Watercolour Embossing Technique

Mar 19, 2014

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in Craft Classes, Embossing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Watercolour embossing technique on Shimmery White cardstock is a fun technique. Do you like clean and simple cards? So do I. It’s my go-to technique when I need to make a quick but stunning-looking card. Here’s how to make the card: On a Shimmery White card front, stamp a greeting 3 or 4 times in…
Embossing Techniques

Mar 13, 2014

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in Birthdays, Craft Classes, Embossing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Embossing techniques are fun to learn. Warning: it’s so fun that it’s habit-forming. Once you start, it’s hard to stop. Technique 1 – Stamping on heated powder. On a sheet of Basic White cardstock, ink a clear-mount block with Versamark, sprinkle silver embossing powder and then heat. Repeat this process 3 or 4 times until…
Occasions Catalogue 2014

Feb 11, 2014

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in Birthdays, Craft Classes, Designer Series Paper, Fun Fold, Packaging Inspiration, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Tags, Technique

The new Occasions Catalogue 2014 is here and we’ve got a lot of exciting products to inspire creativity. One of my favourites from the catalogue is the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch. It’s fun to make bookmarkers, tags, and packaging with this punch. What other projects can you create with it? How about a little match…
School Holiday Fun

Jan 13, 2014

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in Birthdays, Children’s Cards, Craft Classes, Handmade, School Holidays, Sewing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

School holiday fun is here again. Hello and Happy New Year to all. I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas break and that the New Year brings you and your family renewed hope and continued blessings. I had a good Christmas break and am now refreshed and ready to share crafting ideas with the…
Christmas Card Ideas

Dec 17, 2013

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in Christmas, Craft Classes, Fun Fold, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Technique, Trees

Here are 3 Christmas card ideas that are quick to make, including a gift card holder for easy gift-giving. Gift Card Holder – We all know how hard it is to find gifts for teenagers. More often than not, they prefer cash or gift cards so that they can buy items on their wish list.…
Inspired by Steiner Education

Nov 18, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Handmade, Journaling, Personal, Scrapbooking

I’m inspired by Steiner education everyday. The Waldorf style of education founded by Rudolf Steiner fascinates me. I like the idea of developing my imagination through sensory experiences. Perhaps that is why I am such an advocate of handmade items. Being a Rudolf Steiner mum to my children, I expose them to handmade things everyday thru the…
Embossing Folders

Nov 14, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Embossing, Stampin’ Up!, Technique, Tools

Embossing folders add texture to your cards without the extra bulk. Do you remember the days when embossed stationery were limited to letterpress companies and designs were for weddings and engagements only? I remember my anticipation as I waited for my wedding invitations many years ago, ordered from a letterpress company in America. The satisfaction…
I Love the SU! Punch

Nov 11, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Tools

A punch is a valuable tool in card making and I love the SU! punch. Card making for me will never be the same without it. Coordination is key for an enjoyable stamping experience. Cutting is easier and fussy-cutting takes a back seat when products coordinate. I love decorative edges and a border does that…
Envelope Punch Board

Oct 30, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Designer Series Paper, Fun Fold, Scrapbooking, Stampin’ Up!, Technique, Tools

The Envelope Punch Board is finally here and I’m excited for you to try it. It’s a compact little tool that makes 66 different sizes of envelopes. It’s easy to use and has no complicated instructions to follow. Sizes and instructions are printed on the board for your convenience. Have a look at the 2…
Christmas Card Punch Art

Oct 16, 2013

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in Christmas, Christmas Card Series, Craft Classes, Punch, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Christmas card punch art is a fun project for the holidays. Even the kids can participate and I assure you, you will all love it. Here’s how to make the Santa card: On a piece of Blushing Bride card base, attach a striped embossed Basic White border on top. At the bottom, attach a Chocolate…
Children’s Room Decor

Sep 30, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Fun Fold, School Holidays, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Here’s a children’s room decor that the kids will love. It’s a fun-fold project to keep their hands busy during the school holidays. Creating the rosette is easy with the help of the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Other products that you may use are punches and dies with coordinating stamp sets. I also like to…
Journal Making Class

Sep 16, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Handmade, Journaling, School Holidays, Scrapbooking, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Journal making class is a fun memory-keeping activity that the kids will love. This will also keep them busy and creative on the school holidays. It’s a gorgeous way of documenting the holidays by writing, inserting photos and ephemera to the book. I love to fill it and then look at it years later to…
Cards In A Bag Class

Sep 12, 2013

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in Children’s Cards, Craft Classes, Fun Fold, School Holidays, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Cards in a bag will keep the kids busy during the school holidays. You might even want to join them so you can make some for personal use. When making cards with children, birthday cards are your best bet because they are always invited to parties. A few ideas for the cards would be sports,…
Felt Tablet and Device Cover

Sep 5, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Handmade, School Holidays, Sewing

Felt tablet and device cover is a boredom buster during the school holidays. Personalise and add whimsy to your sewing project by using the shaker card technique. I love that felt doesn’t fringe and unravel like fabric so this eliminates the need to tidy up loose fibres. Here’s how: Measure and cut to size 2…
Stamp Workshops

Aug 21, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Stampin’ Up!

Stamp workshops is an opportunity to use both retired and current stamp sets, tools and ink pads in the studio. This is a fun activity that you can do in the studio. There are no rules except that you must bring your own card stock, paper trimmer, clear-mount blocks and adhesives. I suggest that you…
Spinner and Slider Cards

Aug 19, 2013

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in Craft Classes, Embossing, Fun Fold, Pop-Up Cards, Stampin’ Up!, Technique

Spinner and Slider cards are fun and interactive. With the help of a window punch and a little engineering, it’s enjoyable to learn this technique. Here’s how to make the flower spinner card shown in the photo above: Add dots to your card front by using the polka dots embossing folder and then attach it…

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