General · Handmade

Something old, something new …

... but nothing borrowed and nothing blue... Instead some gorgeous smoky slate cardstock and ink – a brand new colour shade which I just love! Plus a brand new stamp set too, all available in the new Stampin’ Up! catalogue available from 2nd July 2013.  So a little sneak peek of some up-and-coming goodies for you… Continue reading Something old, something new …

Birthday · Handmade · Masculine

I-phone birthday card …

My new son-in-law is an IT developer and writes computer programs for phone apps, so this fun i-phone birthday card was just perfect for him … Inspired by Melissa’s card, I used pieces of world spectacular designer series paper to mat and layer the card, and cut pieces of cardstock to make the i-phone. I stamped the… Continue reading I-phone birthday card …

Handmade · Wedding

Sun, sea and marry me – part 2 …

They say that time flies when you’re having fun! I’ve been so busy over the past few weeks preparing and making things for my daughter’s wedding.  I have lots to share with you but of course had to wait until after the wedding so as not to spoil the surprise. I made their wedding card… Continue reading Sun, sea and marry me – part 2 …

Baby · Handmade

Watercolour new baby card – two by two …

The Two by Two stamp from Stampin’ Up is so cute! I couldn’t wait to ink it up to make this card for my friend to welcome her sweet baby girl... I stamped the image onto watercolour paper using black stazon ink, and then used my acquapainter to add colour.   I decided to change the sentiment and used… Continue reading Watercolour new baby card – two by two …