eclectic expressions

Eclectic Expressions – Stamparatus Repeat Patterns

I was really intrigued by the repeat patterns in the sample card on the new 2nd Release Sale-A-Bration  flyer and gave it a try with the stamp mounted on a clear block.  The results weren’t satisfactory so I tried it with the Stamparatus.  This is how I used it to stamp repeat patterns and was […]

trailer masterclass on embossing paste

Trailer Masterclass on Embossing Paste

There are just 3 places left for my Masterclass on Embossing Paste.    Also included is an invaluable resource –  a sampler with 12 ways you can use the embossing paste which you can refer to and try at home as there won’t be time to cover all 12 during class.  I have picked out […]

Easel card - lemon zest

Easel Card – Lemon Zest Bundle

I love this Easel Card made with the Lemon Zest Bundle. On my Stamp With Elaine facebook page, I’ve started a new segment called Top Tip Tuesday and I hope you’ll help me spread the word and join me for a Tuesday quickie.  I’m still a tad camera shy and haven’t yet made the transition […]

coffee stick gift packaging

Cute Coffee Stick Packaging

When Stampin’ Up! retired the word window punch, I had to find an alternative.  I tried the Classic Label punch,  but it was too wide for this particular project.    I had a light bulb moment and downsized to a 3/4″ circle punch which works a treat for the coffee sticks.  I also wanted to […]

Hexagon Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing folder with Hey Chick Sale-a-bration stamp set

Hexagon Dynamic TIEF and Chooks!

Which is your favourite Sale-a-bration FREEBIE?  The “Hey, Chick”  one popped out at me straight away!  There was a quirky chook with bad hair – a species called “Silky” which I talked about in my sneak peek video last year.  If you haven’t seen it yet, you can find here .   Today, we’re catching up […]

Sale-a-bration Sneak Peek - Hey Chick

Sale-a-bration Sneak Peek – Hey Chick

Now that Christmas is over, I hope you’ve had time to properly relax, so here’s something to whet your appetite! I’m so excited to share a Sale-a-bration Sneak Peek of this new “Hey Chick” stamp set. It has the most zany breed of chicken on it! As yet, I haven’t established what breed it is! […]

fun technique spotlight embossing

Fun Friday Technique Spotlight Embossing

Originally designed this card for my Stamp-a-Stack class, but decided at the last minute that it would be put to better use as a technique for my November monthly card club.  So glad I did, because the ladies loved it.  Enjoy! Here’s the supplies I used:   Holly Berry Happiness Photopolymer Bundle [143505]   Merry […]