DAY ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY FOUR - Thank you card

 

 

 

Good morning, I am keeping my fingers crossed that the weather is slightly better today than yesterday but only because it is Monday which means wash day.  I dont think you can beat washing blowing dry on a line in the wind.  It  certainly decided to make an entrance today The first thing I knew what the electricity going off twice in the night. Not so much of an issue unless you rely on it for a CPAP machine, guess who woke with a start (or a choke) twice.

Then it was the rain, rumbling thunderstorms and winds with a mind of their own! It got so blustery that a cover was whisked straight off my daughter’s roof and sent flying into her garden table… which, I might add, used to be one beautiful sheet of glass… used to be.

After a lovely day yesterday of not doing a lot except for a wonderful time with the boys, today is the start of a new week and we have a few official visits to make at lunch time.  Babysitting for an hour this evening and who knows what else in between, let's hope a little crafting is involved.

Here is a card that I made using one of the Stampin' Up! kits, long retired now, I think it is about 2 years old.  It was called Hello Hollyhocks and I just loved the layout of the design.  I must admit that I have copied this layout for so many other cards too.

I have about 8 boxes half done kits in my cupboard and it is my intention to get them all finished off by the end of July.  I so enjoy getting creative with them and especially now as we have Paper Pumpkin available in the UK too.

We have a kit get together most months in The Craft Room and the next one will be on Monday, June 22nd at 10.00am.  If you have a kit or a Paper Pumpkin why not save the date and come along to The Craft Room and join us. 

Thanks so much for having a read, Tracey x

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has is filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargains to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. It's a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and you can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock product will be retiring today?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin has arrived whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  

 

 

 

Here is the Annual Catalogue that you can click on and have a browse. This will be ending on Monday 4th May, tomorrow..  Then there will be a new catalogue available. 

DAY - ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY THREE - More Finished Cards

 

Good morning and we have rain. It has been steadily raining in my neck of the woods since last night but it's not cold.  It does stop us doing lots of things with the boys but never mind, we shall just change our plans and meet up and make memories in other ways.

I didnt manage to get any crafting done yesterday but I can share these lovely cards that I recently finished.  I added inserts, some with sentiments and left some blank, waiting for just that perfect occasion when it may be needed.  These are now in my box, ready to be sent out.  There is something quite wonderful about having a selection of cards you can put your hands on straight away to send.

 Did you know that there are only two days left before the Annual Catalogue closes its pages for the very last time?  On Tuesday a brand new catalogue will go live, new colours, new products and lots of inspiration.  Of course it doesnt mean that you have to discard all the items you already have, you just enhance them by adding a few new pieces that will co-ordinate perfectly.  

As well as the new catalogue there will be

a new craft class you can sign yourself up with

a starter kit offer

a brand new product of the month with a £70 spend

new kits for you or to purchase as a present, they really do make ideal gifts

more online exclusive products - happy to send out an email of these

Such a lot, so much to look forward to.

Thank you for having a read today, wishing you a smashing Sunday.  Tracey x

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has is filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargins to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately.  It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. It's a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and your can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock product will be retiring in just a couple of days?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin has arrived whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  
 

 

 

Here is the Annual Catalogue that you can click on and have a browse. This will be ending on Monday 4th May, just a few days time.  Then there will be a new catalogue available. 

DAY - ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY TWO - One sheet wonder birthday card

Another day of lovely sunshine in my little corner of the world, and today I’m declaring it a “catch my breath” kind of day, the gentle sort, with a bit of this, a sprinkle of that, and plenty of pauses along the way. A slow ease into the weekend, letting the day wander wherever it pleases and hopefully remembering what it feels like not to be rushing from one thing to the next.

It’s been a wonderfully full few days though, time with family (the very best kind), plenty of chats, a few things ticked off the list and lots of catching up with people who’ve wanted to see us. Busy, but in a good way.

With a little luck, I might even sneak in some crafting at some point today, fingers crossed 

On the mend too, which is good news. The hip is slowly behaving itself, and I’m managing a little walk here and there although I may have been slightly over-optimistic on Thursday, lesson learned, ouch indeed.  The warmer weather means the compression socks are making a regular appearance (not the most glamorous of accessories, but they’re doing their job).

As for the diet… well, today feels like a good day to give it another proper go. Fresh start, fresh mindset.

So all in all, a gentle plan, a hopeful heart, and a day to take things as they come 

 Here’s a little card I created for a lovely lady who celebrated her birthday yesterday. It’s a One Sheet Wonder card in the ever-beautiful Misty Moonlight — such a gorgeous colour to work with, and a technique I always have so much fun playing with.  There’s something rather magical about stamping a one sheet wonder and turning this one simple sheet into something so lovely.

I had the pleasure of handing it over in person, which is always the best part, and I do hope it added a little extra sparkle to her day.

 Thank you for having a read today, Tracey x

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has recently been refreshed and it's filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargins to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately.  It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. It's a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and your can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock product will be retiring soon?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin has arrived whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  
 

 

 

Here is the Annual Catalogue that you can click on and have a browse. This will be ending on Monday 4th May, just a few days time.  Then there will be a new catalogue available. 

  

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. 

If you would like to receive my newsletter and be added to my email list of friends do let me know.  I would hate you to miss out on all our get togethers and socials.  Always lots of new friends waiting to be met. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, here is where I can be found.  

 

 

DAY - ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY ONE - Fun fold day with the stamperettes and FLASH sale tomorrow

 

 

Good morning, white rabbit, white rabbit, white rabbit etc.  How on earth did we get to the first of May already?  

We have had a couple of days full of travelling adventures and we find ourselves back with the family.  Travelling in a wheelchair is something very different and whilst most of the time folk are really helpful, other times I was just totally ignored.  At one stage a man who nearly walked straight into me gave me a look as if it was my fault that I was in his way.  He was so engrossed in his phone as he was walking and was not aware of his surroundings tut tut.

But we made it, minus my kindle.  I left it on the plane.  I am so sad about this as I have had it a while and it was a present.  I have written to the both the airline, lost and found and everyone else I can think of but, it's not been handed in as yet but I can hope.

How wonderful it is to be back with the little ones and what a change.  Its great being able to see then each day with the technology available to us all now but in person, wow.  They have grown and got their own personalities and such a pleasure to be around.  

Waking up to the sunshine and not too hot weather is such a bonus.  My legs have been behaving until yesterday.  We had to go to a funeral and I was stood up for far too long and of course, they decided to swell and become painful but, its back to the routine today, gentle walks (as much as the hip allows), pottering and putting them up and then repeat.  Lots of glasses of water and hopefully in a couple of days, they will have recovered.

At a recent fun fold get together we had a go at a card template that a fellow demonstrator Jackie Bolhuis shared on how to create and here they all are.

 

 

 Here is a little more details of the pretty hidden folded piece where you can write your message.  This wonderful be the only card I shall be making using this template.  

 

This design felt like the perfect match for the "something old, something new" challenge.  The "old" comes from a much loved stamp set Inked and Tiled, which may have retired some time ago but still brings that timeless charm and beautifully co-ordinated style we all adore.  The "new" is this fabulous fun fold,  shared by Jackie Bolhuis, a fellow Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, it was such a joy for us all to learn this fun fold and create it together.    A wonderful blend of classic and fresh, all wrapped up in colour co-ordination and quality, exactly what makes crafting so special.

Tomorrow is World Card Making Day and to celebrate Stampin' Up! are having a FLASH SALE.  Click on the image below and it will take you directly to the Stampin' Up! shop and you can see all the offers yourself.  Dont hang about though as items are only available whilst stock supplies last. 

Thank you so much for having a read today.  I had best get myself ready to start my day.  x

 

DAY - ONE HUNDRED AND TWELVE- A bit of this and that and some completed cards

 

Good morning oh what a lovely weekend it was.  It was filled with lots of family visits, something I am sad to say doesnt happen too ofen as other things always get in the way but, as from today, that stops.  I dont have such a big family and its always wonderful seeing them so I shall be putting family visits in my diary on a regular basis.  We did lots of nipping here and there, and again, it was very satisfying and I managed to get so much done.  

The gardens are looking an absolute picture.  We have a garden at the front of the house as well as the back and as it has grown, we have been lucky enough to have to the time to gather seeds and grownour own plants which is very fortunate as they would cost an awful lot of money otherwise.  In fact so many of them 'took' this year we were able to pass quite a few on to the Derby Dabblers group (our monthly crafting get together) as well as family.

Mum seems to be having her sleeping week but she is well enough.  She is rather confused and says quite a lot of strange things but we just go along with it.  Sadly she now needs to have insuline daily and the district nurses have been showing dad how to do this, which he has mastered, along with everything else he does.  Still a very proud man and not accepting any help from us girls with regards to the house nor cooking.  

No crafting for me today as we are off on another little adventure, yes, I am leaving the craft room unsupervised and hoping it behaves itself.  That said, it has been wonderfully busy in there lately and I’m very pleased to report that quite a few cards have now been finished and safely tucked into my 'go to' box, ready to be shared and sent on their way.

These are just a few made from those extra elements left over from previous projects—because, in true Stampin’ Up! style, everything is beautifully colour co-ordinated, wonderfully pretty and far too lovely to waste. I do have a habit of making more than I need… just in case, of course. But it always feels such a shame for those little pieces of embellishments to sit forgotten in the “bit tin.”  So, I’m rather delighted to say my "bit tin" is looking noticeably emptier… although somehow, I suspect it won’t stay that way for long.

 

Thank you for having a read, I hope you have a great start to your week.  Happy crafting, Tracey x

 

 

 

 

 

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has been refreshed and its filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargins to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately.  It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. Its a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and your can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock will be retiring soon?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin is coming to town whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  I shall happily let you know when my April kit arrives and what it inside the box.
 

 

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.

If you would like to receive my newsletter and be added to my email list of friends do let me know.  I would hate you to miss out on all our get togethers and socials.  Always lots of new friends waiting to be met. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, here is where I can be found.  

 

 

DAY ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTEEN - Thank You card

  

 

Good morning.  Its considerably warmer this morning in my neck of the woods than it was yesterday and it is supposed to be up to around 16 degrees, which is wonderful.  Can you believe it is Thursday (if you are reading this today), the days are just flying by.

We (the royal we) have been sorting out the garden for quite a while and we are planting up all the seeds that have turned into seedlings.  The plant pots at the back of the house are nearly full, the watering system is in place and now we have moved  on to the garden at the front of the house.  Not so much will get done today as we have other committments but we shall be back on it again tomorrow.  Hopefully I shall get chance to have my coffee in the garden and enjoy the work we have done later this morning. 

Its a bit of admin work first thing before a few chores that need to be done.  I believe its going to be one of those days where the windows will be wide open and the fresh air will flow thorugh a clean home, once I have finished the cleaning.  

Here is a little thank you card created with some beautiful Stampin’ Up! Designer Series Paper, a lovely stamped image carefully coloured in with the two step stamping technique. Add colour co-ordinated ribbon and embellishments along with a fun fold design which gives it that little extra something to make it feel just a little bit special.

I do so love making cards—if that wasn’t already obvious! There is something rather magical about sitting down in the craft room, surrounded by paper, ink and pretty things, watching an idea slowly come to life. It is one of those simple joys that never really loses its charm.

This week, I made a point of setting aside a little more time for creating, swapping some screen time for craft time, and it has been such a lovely reminder of how much I enjoy it. Sometimes the best thing we can do is make space for the things that make us happy.

So, for now, it is a case of more time with stamps and scissors, a little more creativity and plenty of crafty moments to enjoy.

 

 

Join us for a relaxed, friendly Friday night crafting this Friday night and on the last Friday of each month where anything crafty goes.  Whether you knit, paint, stitch, stamp, crochet, draw, scrapbook, sew, or happily dabble in a bit of everything, you’ll find a warm welcome waiting for you.

 

Bring along your current projects, half-finished ideas, or something brand new you’ve been itching to start. There’s no pressure, no rules and no expectations, just a cosy, creative space filled with chatter, laughter and like-minded folk who love making things as much as you do.

Please do bring a mug to make your drink in, settle in and enjoy an evening that’s as much about connection and creativity as it is about getting things made.

If you’d like a little more information, please do get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.

 

 

Thank you for having a read, I am making an early start on things so that I can squeeze a little more time in the craft room later this evening.  Wishing you a terrific Thursday.  Tracey x

 

 

 

 

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has been refreshed and its filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargins to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately.  It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. Its a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and your can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock will be retiring soon?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin is coming to town whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  I shall happily let you know when my April kit arrives and what it inside the box.
 

 

 

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.

If you would like to receive my newsletter and be added to my email list of friends do let me know.  I would hate you to miss out on all our get togethers and socials.  Always lots of new friends waiting to be met. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, here is where I can be found.  

 

 

DAY ONE HUNDRED AND TEN - The start of a brand new week and Wedding Cards

 

 

Good morning.  I do hope you had a smashing Sunday yesterday.  So today is a new start to a new week and I have no expectations this week except to work through a daily to-do list.  Everything on the list should be achievable and I am so looking forward to seeing the ticks at the end of the day.  I have added in craft time, not all day, just some parts of it where I can sit down and create the projects I want to. 

 

 

I really  cant believe that we are over half way through the month and I havent shared the April Kits that Stampin' Up! released at the beginning of the month.  So, here they are starting with Sunniest Stories Scrapbooking kit. 

Think of the Sunniest Stories Scrapbooking Kit as a little treasure box for your memories. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to create six meaningful s2 page preads, including pockets, photo frames, printed sentiments, lined pages for your stories and plenty of fun accents. This kit is full of creative possibilities and the perfect place to honour the moments that make your heart feel full!

The kit includes one of each of the following items: 
- Step-by-step instructions
- 12 sheets of single-sided Designer Series Paper
- 4 sheets of pre-cut images and phrases
- 4 sheets of cut-apart designs
- 20 coloured and patterned 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) cards
- 1 sheet of printed stickers
- 8 yards (7.3 m) of Tear & Tape Adhesive
- 100 Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
- 50 Mini Glue Dots

 

Then there is the very pretty Painted Skies Kit 

If beautiful sunsets are your thing, the Painted Skies Kit is calling your name. Create vibrant, hand-painted–style skies with scenes featuring lighthouses, palm trees, and rolling ocean waves as your artistic focal points. Friendly greetings, gratitude themes, and celebratory sentiments add just the right finishing touch.  You can make 9 cards, 3 each of 3 designes.  

Kit includes the items listed below.
- Step-by-step instructions
- 9 printed envelopes
- Pre-cut paper pieces, printed labels
- Sequins
- Adhesive 

 

If you would like to know more please do get in touch, I am always happy to help.  

 

I have been asked to make a few wedding cards so here are the first two.  They are very much the same except the background behind the heart dies are different.  One is very sparkly with more of a silver tone and the other is a shimmer, which I have teamed up with pearls.  These shall be passed on to my daughters who have a few weddings to go to over the Summer months.   It was great fun getting out a die that has been tucked away and getting it cut out.  Decided on the background beneath the die cut was tricky, too many choices, but I am pleased with how they turned out.  Of course, it called for a little embosssing so that is what I did. 

 

Well, I had best get a wiggle on and get on with my day.  Thank you so much for having a read and should you wish to comment, please do.  Tracey x

 

 

 

 

Stampin' Up! Promotions

The Last Chance List has been refreshed and its filled with beautifully colour co-ordinated favourites, all with that signature Stampin' Up! quality we know and love, but only whilst stock lasts.  There are incredible bargins to be had with ephemera, stamps, Designer Series papers and stunning stamp and die bundles which are really discounted when purchased seperately.  It is the perfect opportunity to snap up pieces that you may have had your eye on and add them effortlessly, to your co-ordinated elements which you may already have in your stash. Its a wonderful chance to treat yourself because once they are gone, they are gone.  If you click on the image below, a new page will open up and your can have a browse.

 

Did you know that every Peach Pie, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop, Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock will be retiring soon?  If any of these are your favourite colours, I would recommend that you grab them whilst you can, especially the re-inkers.  

Paper Pumpkin is coming to town whoop whoop.   I did write a whole post on all I know about this and we can subscribe in the UK.  Subcriptions are now for the May kit.   To find out a little more, click on the image below and a new window will open.  But please, do get in touch if I can help in anyway, I am always happy to help.  I shall happily let you know when my April kit arrives and what it inside the box.
 

 

 

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.

If you would like to receive my newsletter and be added to my email list of friends do let me know.  I would hate you to miss out on all our get togethers and socials.  Always lots of new friends waiting to be met. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, here is where I can be found.