Trees…..or “A” tree is an image you can build on, whether it’s for Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter. Is it a tree of life in all its guises for the four seasons? I found it in the “Life is Beautiful” photopolymer stamp set. It’s a “Dist-ink-tive stamp set so it incorporates light, shade and depth […]
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Nothing’s Better Than Chocolate
Hi there! Did you see my blog post on Sunday? I made a 40th birthday card with this set for my daughter and now I’m back with a 3D project with “Nothing’s Better Than Chocolate” !!! I have to confess, this stamp set didn’t jump out at me initially, but I’ve grown to love it […]
Sneak Peek: Die-cutting Tool!
I don’t normally post on my blog on a Tuesday, but I thought I’d share this video I made for my Stamp With Elaine Facebook page on my blog too. Imagine my frustration when I couldn’t assemble the handle and play with my new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine because of a defective screw! The […]
Arrange a Wreath tin
Oooh! I’ve been itching to play with the Arrange a Wreath bundle from the Annual catalogue on page 127. I’m sensitive to those who do not like to be bombarded with all things Christmas so early in the year so I put my thinking cap on. How could I combine something from the Annual with […]
Everything Essential punch card
Do you sometimes suffer a creative block? Fear not, as the Catalogue is the greatest source of inspiration! My card is a variation on a theme. The sample Stampin’ Up! created for the Everything Essential Bundle on page 61 was the floral image in the bottom right corner. They have stamped some of the tags […]
Celebration Tidings Plaid Tidings
Helloo! How are you liking the new catalogue? I have been reaching for this set again and again! Not only is it useful for pretty card front layers, but did you know you can use them as toppers for cello bags with goodies in them? Watch out for future projects. It’s definitely on the cards […]
Love of Leaves Bundle
Helloo! Do you love the new catalogue? It’s always lovely to have new toys – by that I mean each new catalogue launch! With Stampin’ Up!’s new catalogue release program, the “mini” is not so much a mini, but a mini “tome”! From cover to cover, the August-December 2020 Mini is 83 pages big!!! It […]
3D – Little Treats Box dies
What’s your most favourite type of die? Mine are 3D ones to make pretty boxes! It means I don’t have to engage my brain to work out the dimensions! Call it laziness! This one holds a Tic Tac box of sweets – I love it! I cut part of the front panel off and adhered […]