Card Inspiration

Thursday

DAY SEVENTY ONE - Pop Up Petals Galore

 

 




Good morning.  It seems that its going to be quite nice weather wise in my neck of the woods today which does mean a little more gardening will get done.  I am really pleased to say that the seeds that we planted some time ago seem to have taken and are sprouting.  Not too sure yet when we need to plant on but it wont be long.  Unfortunately the lawn isnt looking too good.  There is so much moss in it but with all the rain we have had and are still likely to get, its a bit early to do anything about it. 

Mum had a fall on Saturday, not long after we visited and unfortunately, she took dad down with her too.  They were both very shaken and it was a case of inches missing the wooden tv stand and what ifs.  She has a bruise to her leg and she has scratched her arm and cut it.  Dad has a bruise on his arm but they were both very frightened.  Last night I dont think mum remebers it happening but dad was rather frightened by it all.  They got tangled in the zimmer frame and it has broken.  Fortunately, brother in law had one so he took it round to them.  

For those that have asked, yes, I am still working on my photos on the computer.  I currently have over 36,000 and am deleting the ones that I no longer want.  I cant pass the photos  on the the girls when I am no longer here on a stick but I do wonder if its all worth it though.  I am going to try to spend less time sorting them out but getting some photo books made, so that I can pass on books as no one is going to look at the computer when I have gone.

 

    
















These are some of the cards that were created in February using the Pop Up Petal Bundle, which includes both a stamp set and coordinating dies. It is such a lovely set to work with and lends itself beautifully to colour-coordinated designs.  I  began by creating the inserts. A charming planter was stamped and paired with some of the new designer series papers that feature a soft woodgrain effect, which adds a wonderful natural texture to the design. The flowers from the stamp set were stamped directly onto the insert, with a few extra blooms added for a fuller arrangement. One of the sweetest details is the little butterfly, perched on a piece of acetate so that it gently hovers when the card is opened, creating a delightful surprise.

Once the inserts were complete and adhered inside the card bases, attention turned to decorating the fronts. For these I used the brand new Lazy Daisy embossing folder, which creates such a cheerful pattern and adds a lovely layer of interest. It is a delightful folder and I am very much looking forward to spending more time experimenting with it.

The stamp set includes two vase designs. For some cards the vase was stamped first and the flowers were added using a little simple masking to create a neat arrangement. On others, additional flowers were stamped separately and then layered around the vase. 

Each card was finished with a touch of linen thread and a few coordinating embellishments to tie the colours and textures together. Some of the cards include sentiments, while others have been left without one so they are ready and waiting for the perfect occasion. 

Details of what I have used can be found at the end of the post. 

 

Kit Night is happening in The Craft Room tomorrow evening, and you would be very welcome to join us.  If you already have a kit that you’ve been meaning to make, bring it along. If not, that’s no problem at all as I have a few kits available on the sales dresser ready and waiting.

The evening is really all about the social side of crafting. It’s a chance to spend a relaxed couple of hours with like-minded people, catching up with friends, meeting new ones, and enjoying some creative time together. The projects may all be different, but we share the same lovely thing in common, a love of crafting.  If this sounds like your sort of evening, do let me know. It would be lovely to have you come along and spend some creative time with us.

Well I think I had best go and start my day, got a busy morning ahead and then we shall have fun in the craft room.  Thank you so much for having a read.  Tracey x 


 

 

Stampin' Up! Promotions

Oooo, it's all rather exciting in the world of pretty paper and perfectly paired colours.  Stampin' Up! have sprinkled even more loveliness into their Online Exclusive Range and it's a feast for anyone who adores colour co-ordination, beautiful details and a whole world of crafting possibilities just waiting to be explored.  This dreamy combinations, delightful embellishments and those "oh my goodness I need that" moments we all know so well.  If you click on the image above, you can browse all the brand new arrivals.  Of course, should something catch your eye and you would like a closer look, please do get in touch as I am always happy to help. 

 

 Three wonderful new kits on offer from Stampin' Up!  If you click on the image above, a new page will open with details of all the kits currently available.  If you need more information, would like to see a kit or to find out more please, do get in touch.  I am always happy to help if I can.  There are also a few kits available to purchase in the Craft Room.  

I do have a few kits for sale in The Craft Room, Derby should you be looking for one.  


Here is the Annual Catalogue that you can click on and have a browse but better still, why not pop into the Craft Room, Derby and grab a copy of your own.

  

For Scrapbooking and Memory Keeping products please click on the image below and a new page will open up for the Memory Keeping section of the online store
 
 
You can click on the image below and a new window will open up where you can have a browse through the WHOLE shop. Please do get in touch with me if you would like any help.  My contact details are at the end of the post and I really am happy to help as much as I can.


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