alphacraftsJoin Stampin’ Up! and be a demonstrator. I have been a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator since 2010 and I love it. I have developed so many friendships along the way. Inspiration and creativity just flows because I always have access to beautiful products. Each time a new idea comes along I’m excited to create and share […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
So what are the basic essentials in card making? And how much does it cost? It’s a question I often get asked. You don’t need a lot and it doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. I have narrowed it down here for you so that once you have them you can keep going for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]