Christmas in July class - Wed 1st, Sat 4th and Sat 11th July.

The second half of the year is only days away, and consequently the count down to Christmas begins. And this year I am really planning to be prepared, so that last minute rush to make cards and gifts, and the stress it brings is a thing of the past. (I have good intentions, but whether it really happens is another thing altogether!)
The next three classes are all about Xmas cards and tags. I have made a selection of cards (so far 12, they are not all pictured) and you can make five of your choice and a few tags (not pictured), to help get you started on your xmas preparations. They are all made using the 'I Wish' Simply Scrappin' Kit, so are all super easy and quick to create.


One card will include a friends name, so think about who you would like to make this card for.


All the cards have lots of glitter accents, but this is just not showing up at all in the photos.
This class will be on Wednesday 1st July at 10am, Saturday 4th and 11th July at 10.30am. The class cost is $20 and includes all materials and tools. All welcome, but please email me to reserve your spot.

Some new home cards

When I was asked to make some new home cards, I knew straight away exactly what I would use - my new Neighbourhood wheel. I just love the hand drawn character in this stamp, so cute. After wheeling on some very vanilla, I wheeled again on some urban oasis paper to paper pierce one of the houses, added a title with rub ons, a few flowers and pearls and that was it.

This one uses the lovely Rasberry Tart papers, but was contructed in the same way as the first. I used some stickers for the title and a few gemstones for some sparkle. The scallop circle was simply made by punching lots of 1.3cm circles from pink pirouette and adhering them behind the large white circle. This is easy if you use repositionable adhesive for this because it gives you the chance to play around with their position.

Felt flower card

This card came to together so quickly and easily. I simply used some Urban Oasis paper for the background and sponged the edges with creamy caramel. Then I used some old book paper (library's often sell old books very cheaply) and stamped the Baroque Motif swirl in Choc chip and sponged the edges again with the creamy caramel. Then just added some felt flowers in baha breeze and choc chip, and some gemstone brads as centres. The greeting is from Three Little Words and raised up on dimensionals. If only every card was this quick.....

Rose card class on Wednesday 17th June and Wed 15th July

This class uses the beautiful a 'Rose is a Rose stamp set'. So if you would like some more practise using the stamp-a-ma-jig then this is definitely the class for you. The card above is pretty simple and won't take long to make. (I promise!). We will also use some crystal effects on the card to give some added dimension.


This card uses the 'Bella Rose' papers and 'Friends 24-7' stamp set. Another nice easy one.

Then there is this card which was actually inspired from a Maxwell and Williams coffee cup, it includes lots of layering.


This card uses some more crystal effects and a gold ink pad to create a medallion to really highlight the rosebud.

The class is on Wednesday the 17th of June at 10am and Wednesday the 15th July at 10.30am (in the school holidays). The class cost is $20 and includes all materials and tools, and a light morning tea. Please email me to reserve your spot.

Card book class on Saturday 6th June at 10.30am

The next class is on Saturday the 6th of June at 10.30am and we will be making a "Special Days" book. This is a book to record all the birthdays and anniversaries of your friends and family, as well as a place to store cards and receipts associated with the event. I think it would make a beautiful gift for any women. (I'm starting to think about Christmas already!)
I will have a choice of three different papers you can make your book in. So have a think about your preference before Saturday. The one pictured above uses Bella Bleu papers.


This pic shows the pages inside the book.


And this book is made using Tea Party papers - such pretty colours!



Don't use just love those new filigree brads.

The other colour choice will be using the Spring Silhouette papers pictured here.

If you would like to attend the class on Saturday at my home in Baulkham Hills please email me to reserve your spot. The class cost is $20 and includes all materials - (this is a bargain when you see the amount of material used in this class!).
All welcome.
If you can not make the class on Saturday, but would like to purchase a kit with instructions please email me for details.

Some more Tea Party

I promised to put this card on the blog two weeks ago, and I am only now getting around to it. Sorry Pauline. Its a simple card using Tea Party papers and chipboard from the On Board So Tweet pack.

I'll back soon with the sample for the class on Saturday. If you can't wait you can click here to see a similar sample.

A new class for Wed 27th May, Mon 1st June and Saturday 20th June

I've often been told that people would love to come to my classes but can not make Wednesdays, so, I've decided as a bit of an experiment to offer this class on an additional day - Monday 1st June @ 10am, as well as Wednesday the 27th of May @ 10am and Saturday 20th June @ 10.30am.
In the classes we will be making cards using a lot of patterned paper from the Tea Party pack, aged to give it a soft vintage feel. This is not overly visible in the photos you will have to see the samples in person to really get the effect.

The second card also uses some chipboard from the So Tweet pack and hodgepodge (yep that's silver hodgepodge)

The third more chipboard and lots of glitter, as well as layered stamping to create the background paper.

And lastly, a post it note holder made from chipboard and covered in paper.

The class cost is $20 and covers all materials and tools. If you would like to attend on any of the three days please email me to reserve your spot. All welcome.

And some more glitter...

Just thought I would share another card I made using the sticky cuts from Stampin' Up. It's never to early to start thinking of christmas cards!

I love combining different crafts into card making. On this card I included some simple beading which gives it lots of texture and makes you want to pick up the card and touch it. Hope you like it.

I'll be back tomorrow with the next class samples....

Very glittery

I just love using the new sticky cuts!! They are so easy - just stick on the cardstock, peel off the protective top layer and pour glitter of choice on top. I then shake off the excess (a soft brush also helps to get the excess off), then repeat with the next coloured glitter. Even my kids are loving using these.


The rub ons in these are from a retired set last year.


This card looks a little boring, but the black is actually flocking powder, so it is lovely to touch. You could also use small beads, sand, or even embossing powder. Ummmm must try these soon.

Mum's card and gift.

I hope you all had a lovely mother's day. I spent the day with the family here at my house where we all enjoyed lunch together. I cleaned up on the soap department - I think maybe the kids are trying to tell me something!
Anyway, here is the card I made for my mother. I started making this at 11pm the night before so keeping it simple was of paramount importance as you can guess. Inside the card it read,
' do it the way your mother told you'.
I did this on the computer for the sake of speed. The chipboard shapes were a gift from mum at christmas. The paper I used was 'Bella Bleu', and the stamp is from the friends 24-7 set on page 81 of the catalogue.


I created matching wrapping paper with brown paper and some quick stamping. If I had more time I would have decorated the white bit of paper too (or used some bella bleu paper), but at 1am my head was not quite thinking straight.

New classes for Wednesday 13th and Saturday 16th May

These are the samples of the cards we will be making in the next two classes. The first pictured above uses the stamping technique of rock and roll. Its really easy but can create unique and effective results. This card would be lovely for any child, male or female, or even a 'big kid'.


The second card uses lots of simple tricks you will love. A super easy trick with punches everyone was shown at convention, a faux bow, and more rock and rollin'. We will also use the new sticky cuts and glitter... Yep the brown flower is all glitter.


This card suitable for males or females of all ages, uses the usually thrown away part of the fresh cut note cards to make simple flames. This card won't take you long if you have to whip up a card for a party in a hurry.

And the last card uses simple paper piercing to create a funny card, great for a friend or family member with a sense of humour.

I have tried to create cards this time that can be used for a variety of uses, that will be great to have on hand for when those unexpected things pop up. I really hope you like them.

If you would like to make them and attend the class on either Wednesday the 13th at 10am or Saturday the 16th at 10.30am please email me to reserve your spot. The class cost is $20 and includes all materials and tools. You can also purchase any of the materials we use in the class from me. I do not charge postage (5%) to any one who attends the classes.

I also have spots left for the floral class tomorrow morning if any one feels like coming along. You can find the class desciption here.