Hi, it's time to start thinking about cards for Father's Day again, as it is only a few weeks away. This card uses quite an old stamp set from Woodware but which works well for
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Hand Made Get Well Card With Bokeh Background
Hi, I have seen and admired cards with the Bokeh effect many times but this is the first time I have tried it for myself. I am sure there are other ways to achieve this
Continue ReadingHand Made Engagement Card With Cut Out Heart and Background
Hi, cards that I have made recently have been on a theme of being prepared for unplanned events, such as bereavement, thanks, illness etc. I felt that engagements fell into the same category, as although
Continue ReadingHand Made Thank You Card With Double Layer Stencilling
Hi, it's been a while since I used texture paste so I thought it was time to get it out again. I made two stencilled pieces that are sort of reversed. One has coloured texture
Continue ReadingHand Made Sympathy Card With Shadow Stamping
Hi, I love the look of shadow stamping and the muted colours with black seem perfect for a sympathy card. The black grosgrain ribbon adds some texture and dimension to an otherwise 2D card. To
Continue ReadingThinking Of You Card With Bare Tree and Distress Oxide Background
Hi, I used a technique that I have never tried before to make the two colour panel underneath the tree. It is very easy and I like the results, I am sure I will use
Continue ReadingButterfly Best Wishes Card With Stencilling, Stamping and Ink Blending
Hi although there are a few different techniques involved with this card, it is not difficult to make, and I love the final result. I used a Best Wishes sentiment but you could change that
Continue ReadingHand Made Birthday Wishes Card With Inked Background
Hi, it's been quite a while since I did any ink smooshing so it was a nice change to make this card. I picked ink colours to match with our new Lovely Watercolor Enamel Dots.
Continue ReadingHand Made Birthday Card with Teabag Folding and Pixie Sparkles
Hi, teabag folding has bee around for many years, I'm sure you have had a go at it at some time. The new range of dies and co-ordinating stamps from Creative Expressions have really taken
Continue ReadingSlimline Birthday Card With Die Cut Flowers And Leaves
Hi, it's been quite a while since I used these slimline dies so decided to get them out for a play again. Yellow and green are very spring-like colours in my mind, probably because of
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