Wow Factor

I’m BACK! Did you miss me?

Don’t you just love the colours on this card? They are from the Washington Apple Designer Paper. It reminds me of all the changing colours on the leaves outside.

This card will sure to wow your recipient once they open it. This is what they will see! They wont know where to look first! And the best thing, it fits into a standard sized envelope with no problem!

ENJOY

Supplies
Stamp Set: Upsy Daisy
Ink: Riding Hood Red
Cardstock: Riding Hood Red, So Saffron, Pumpkin Pie
Punches: Large Oval, Eyelet Border

Other: Washington Apple DSP, Dimensionals, So Saffron Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Sponge Daubers

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Paper Flower Tutorial

Want to make these? Keep reading for the tutorial

My last paper flower tutorial seemed to be pretty popular, so I have found another one for you to try. This one is a bit more involved, but still really easy.

You will need a piece of double sided patterned paper that measures 10cm x 10cm (4 inch x 4 inch). Make sure that side that you predominately want showing is facing down. This can be made with any size paper to change the size of the flower, as long as it its a perfect square.

Next you want to fold the paper diagonally in half to make a triangle

Take one corner and fold it to the top of the triangle, and then do the same to the other corner. It will make a diamond shape.

Fold the left side of the ‘diamond’ towards the bottom left edge, the do the same for the right side.

Now this is the slightly tricky bit, but once you’ve done it the first time, you’ll be right. You need to fold one side back up to make the ‘diamond’ shape again (first picture) and open it up (second picture). I found sticking my finger in there helped open it easier (sorry about the blurry photo). Do this to both sides.

Once it’s open, you need to flatten it out so it looks like a kite. Again, both sides need to be done.

Fold back both tips of the ‘kites’

and fold the ‘kites’ in half

From here you will need to add some strong adhesive to one side (I have used Stampin Up’s Sticky Strip)

The curl the edges around to meet each other. And that’s one petal done. You will need another 4 petals to make a complete flower

ASSEMBLY

Once you have made the other 4 petals, add some more Sticky Strip to on side of one side of one petal and stick another petal to it.

Then continue to add Sticky Strip and petals until all are attached

And that my people is a beautiful flower! Just think of the lovely flower arrangement you could create.

I have used the same patterned paper from my last post,the Haiku Pack. Remember that this month Stampin Up are offering a Buy 3, Get 1 pack free for selected Designer Patterned Paper packs. Its only available this month and a great way to make a whole lot of these flowers. CLICK HERE to see the details. If you woul like to order any Patterned Paper, or any other Stampin Up products you can EMAIL ME at any time

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A Great Mothers Day Gift

There’s nothing that says ‘I Love You Mum’ more than a home made gift. My home made gifts have ‘developed’ over the years, and I can hear my mum saying thank goodness. Unfortunately, my mum lives in another state, so what I’m showing you today wont make it to her doorstep.

This basket is great because you could fill it with HOMEMADE gifts. I have found chocolates to be a big winner!

I made a co-ordinating card with the left over scrap from making the basket. A very easy and quick project to make.

If you would like to make this basket and card, why not get a group of friends together and I can come and teach this to you. Or, if you prefer, you can get together at my home. The cost of this class is $20 per person which includes everything except the flowers and pearls (which are from the Pretties Kit) The Pretties kit can be pre-purchased prior to the class. You can choose what set of papers and colours you want to work with. EMAIL ME NOW for more details

Don’t forget about the Patterned Paper promotion this month, Buy 3 packs, get one FREE. The paper I have used is from the Raspberry Tart pack. EMAIL ME to order you Patterned Paper today

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Stampin Up Promotion for May x 2

If you’re still on a high from the new catalogue, its ok, I am too! But Stampin Up have a new promotion for the month of May. Does your life feel incomplete without patterned paper? Well I have some great news for you then. For the month of May, Stampin Up will give you a free pack of Patterned Paper for every 3 that you buy. That’s right, But 3 get one FREE.

This would be a great month to hold a workshop, with all the benefits of holing a workshop, this promotion is the icing on the cake. EMAIL ME if you would like more info about holding workshop of if you would like to order some patterned paper

As an added bonus …… take up Stampin Up’s offer to buy 3, get one free patterned paper pack, and you will go into my draw to win another paper pack of your choice*. For every 3 packs you buy, you will get an entry into the draw.

*Pack must be selected from the promotional sets and will be drawn on May 31st, 2009

If you’ve got a catalogue, look through pages 132-135 to have a look at the 14 packs included in the promotion. If not, CLICK HERE for more details. Keep your eyes out on my blog for some great ways to use the patterned paper though the month of May!

BUT WAIT…….THERE’S MORE

Ever thought of joining Stampin Up? This month is the month to join then!

For the month of May you can join Stampin‘ Up! as a demonstrator for only $150 with our limited-time Scrapbooking Starter Kit. You will also receive all the business products you need, catalogues, order forms etc etc.

The Scrapbooking Starter Kit contains the following:

Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set* $77.95
Simply Scrappin‘ Petal Party $36.95
Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12″ x 12″) $21.95
Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin‘ Pad $11.95
Craft & Rubber Scissors $37.95

*Substitutable for any stamp set up to $77.95 value.
Please note: Each of the products listed above may be substituted for like items. Please see the Scrapbooking Starter Kit Order Form for details.

The Scrapbooking Starter Kit also contains all the business supplies contained in the standard Starter Kit:
Getting Started DVD Getting Started Guide
Guest Invitation Postcard (100)
Idea Book & Catalogue (8)
To My Hostess Envelope (10)
Project Sample Sheet Recruit Brochures (20)
Hostess Brochure (20)
Hostess Benefits Form (10)
Customer Order Form (50)

Ok, I know that’s a lot to take in, but they are such good deals, I just had to get it all out. So if you have an interest in paper, or starting up your own business, EMAIL ME NOW.

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Paper Flowers

A quick tutorial for today! MAKING PAPER FLOWERS.

I would love to say this is an original idea, but it’s not. It an idea from the Kaisercraft website.

Lets gets started. Here’s the supplies you will need, 2 punched/cut out circles (I have used 2 Scallop Circles), some scissors, and a brad.

The first thing you will want to do is mark the centre of the circle with a pencil, it doesnt need to be exact, but close enough. Then you will need to make equal cuts around the circle, not quite to the centre. The scallops make it REALY easy to know where to cut. Do this to both of the circles.

Next take one of the cut sections between your fingers and ‘fold’ them in half. Continue to do this for all sections on both circles. (sorry the pictures are small) Put a small hole in each of the circles to put a brad through, place the circles on top of each other and place the brad in.

And thats IT. Here is a card I made with the flowers. (I plan on using them on a scrapbook page SOON. They are very quick and simple, and so effective. They give a ncie amount of texture to any project.

If you would like to try making another Paper Flower , Check out my latest tutorial HERE

Stampin; Up! Supplies:

Cardstock:Whisper White, Real Red
Paper: Rose Red & Certainly Celery Print Designer Paper
Stamps: Friendship Blooms- for the leaves (retired set), Fast and fun Notes (Happy Birthday Wishes greeting)
Ink: Basic Black
Other: Snail adhesive, Scallop Circle, Scallop Edge, Old Olive Marker

Non Stampin Up Supplies: White Brad

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Update on Project 365

I have been very diligent is taking at least 1 photo a day, a lot of the time its hard to choose just 1! You can see all my photos here. Watching Becky’s blog over the past week, and there is still no definite answer whether the kit will be re-released. The exciting news is that my friend Mel and I have decided to make our own kits! As much as I love the design of Becky’s kit, it doesn’t really suit me. I already have several portrait photos, that don’t fit her design. So this is the plan:

While we were in our local scrapbooking shop, I came across this particular piece of paper, and it was like the heavens parted lol. Its by Fancy Pants Design. The collection is called ‘The Daily Grind’. The is going to be the base of my whole project. I’m re-naming project 365 to The Daily Grind. I love the colours, and will use them throughout the album.

The first problem I needed to resolve was the positioning of the photos. My original plan was to get a normal 12×12 page protector and use clear thread to stitch it to suit my photos. But the variation of landscape and portrait photos just wansn’t working for me. I’m still going to be using a double 12×12 layout for one single week, getting back more to a traditional scrpabooking layout, but I am going to add a 6×12 page protector in the middle of the 2 12×12 and use that as my journaling. Here is a similar one made by Fancy Pants Designs. So one side will hold the week and date title as well as 3 days of journaling and the other side will hold 4 days of journaling. Both sides will correspond to each side photos with journaling. It will make more sense once I have a page to post. I might also mix it up a bit and add some 8×8, we’ll see how it goes.

The next element from Becky’s kit we wanted to re-produce was the the transparent month dividers. To do this we are going to use clear acetate and Staz On ink to stamp the months. Here is the jet black colour, but more colours are on their way care of Mel and her mum at Scrappamania.

To re-create the designer cards Becky has in her kit, we are going to simply use patterned paper and embellish them as we see fit. The journaling cards we are going to use a mix of our handmade designer cards and handmade journaling spots. I’m yet to decide on an actual album, but I’m leaning towards the colour black. It will be a 3 ringed album though. I’ll let you know in a few days when I have made my decision.

I am also thinking I might use Ali Edwards Days and months Digital overlays on my photos to record the day and date. She has so many great digital elements, its hard to choose lol.

So thats the plan so far, I’m sure there will be more once I start putting it together. It’s going to be so much fun! Let me know in teh comments if you have any otehr great ideas to share.

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The Process

I got stuck into my mini book yesterday, and wanted to share the progress I’ve made (not very much lol). I cut all the paper to fit onto my scalloped journal. While I was deciding on the order, I chose to use the backside of the dark burgandy paper from my previous post, as I felt it worked better with the other 3 papers. To tell you the truth, I didn’t even look at the other side when I was in the store.

Once they were all the paper was cut and I was happy, I started to glue them on with Mod Podge. Mod Podge is a waterbase sealer, glue and finish for all surfaces. I applied it wth a normal paint brush. You can also use a sponge applicator. I then gave the paper a quick rub to make sure the ends were stuck and let it dry. I have used this as a sealer in the past, but I have the glossy finish Mod Podge which leaves brush stroke evidence quite a bit. I prefer the matt finish, which is why im using mine as a glue.

This is the basic journal without anything else attached. I dont even have the inside pages covered with paper yet. Over the weekend I plan on making more of an effort on it. I’ll keep you posted

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My One Little Word

Inspired by Ali Edwards, I have chosen a word to be the theme for ME this year. The word I have chosen is SIMPLIFY. The definition of simplify is To make less complex or complicated; make plainer or easier (and I am also adding); to organise and de-clutter. For me, it’s getting back to the basics, getting back to what really matters, and not sweating the small stuff.

I have set some specific goals I want to achieve and to help remind me of what they are and to track how I’m doing, I will be making a journal/mini-book. Below are the core products I plan to use to create the book. It features my favourite colour burgundy, but i love the splash of teal in the top paper made by Bo Bunny. It was the paper I co-ordinated everything else with.

I will be using:
Scallop Planner by Kaisercraft
Rhinestone Borders by Kaisercraft
Papers by Bo Bunny, My Minds Eye & Prima Marketing
A quote card by My Minds Eye
Assorted Ribbons

Of course along the way I’m sure I will add more from what I already have on hand. Keep a lookout in the next few day to see the progress.

You can read more about Ali Edwards and her One Little word theory here http://aliedwards.typepad.com/_a_/2008/12/best-laid-plans.html

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