Happy Watercolour and the Clear Block Watercolour Background

The other day I learnt a new technique using a clear mount block to create a background.  Here is the card I created using this technique.  

This card also features the file fold technique which is created using the Envelope Punch Board.
  
Supplies:
Stamp Sets: Happy Watercolour, Hardwood, Express Yourself (Hostess set)
Ink: Black Staz On, Versamark, Pool Party - marker
Card: Baked Brown Sugar, Whisper White, Crisp Cantaloupe
Other: Envelope Punch Board, Sweet Sorbet Accessory Kit (SAB), Rhinestones Basic Jewels, Clear mount block, Spritzer

Here is a video from Stampin' Up! showing you how the create the watercolour background using a clear block.

Thanks for stopping by. 

Angela

Easter Bag in a Box

With Easter coming up, I thought it would be great to make some little gift boxes/bags for some Easter Eggs.  This little gift bag/box was made using the Envelope Punch Board.  I first saw one on Paula Reid's blog and it was created by Sam Donald.  This was one of the projects we made at my weekend monthly class.

This gift bag only uses a 6" x 6" piece of DSP, so you can make four out of one 12" x 12" piece of DSP.  It can fit a Cadbury creme egg, marshmallow egg or a few smaller Easter eggs.  Perfect for giving an Easter treat.
 
Materials:

Stamps: Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Ink: Pool Party

Card: Whisper White

DSP: Sweet Sorbet(SAB)

Other: Envelope Punch Board, Small Circle Punch, Word Window Punch, Boho Blossom Punch, Summer Starfruit Ribbon, Basic Jewels/Pearls, Dimensionals, Glue Dots/Adhesive 

Have a great week and remember to come back tomorrow to see another card/project we made at the class.

Angela

Auckland Extravaganza - Hot Chocolate Gift Box using the Envelope Punch Board

Here is the third project from the Auckland Extravaganza.  This project was taught by Barbara and her team.  The box is made with the Envelope Punch Board.  Inside the box is a card with a hot chocolate sachet.

Supplies:  

Stamps: Peachy Keen, Papillon Potpourri, Perfect Blend, Oh Goodie!

Cardstock: Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pistachio Pudding, Very Vanilla & Soft Suede

Ink: Pistachio Pudding, Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe and Soft Suede ink

Other: Envelope Punch Board, Chevron EF, Decorative Dots EF, Deco Labels Framelits, Labels Collection Framelits, Bitty Butterfly Punch, Word Window Punch, Modern Label Punch, Petite Petals Punch, Mini Brads, Burlap Ribbon, Tombow, Glue Dots, Sticky Strip, piece of straw (non SU) 

Tomorrow will feature the fourth project we made at the Extravaganza.

Our Extravaganza project - Happy Watercolour File Folder Card

Sorry for the lack of posts recently. Last week was a busy week for me as I was preparing for the Extravaganza.  This event was a lot of fun and we had about 90 people come and participate. They each got to learn some new techniques and use some new products and complete five wonderful projects.  This is the card that Jacque, Kathryn and I taught.  We used the Envelope Punch Board to create the file folder effect on the card and we used the Happy Watercolour and Hardwood stamp sets.

This card was designed by Jacque.  I love the design and colours.  

If you would like to learn how to make this card and have a group of friends interested in coming to a class, please let me know and we can arrange one.  Otherwise I have other classes available too.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Happy Watercolour, Hardwood, Perfect Pennants

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White

Ink: Staz On, Versamark, Soft Suede/Baked Brown Sugar, Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay

Ribbon: Chevron Ribbon – Crushed Curry, 1/8” (3.2mm) Taffeta Ribbon – Bermuda Bay, Burlap Ribbon, Linen Thread

Tea Lace Dollies

Other: Envelope Punch Board, Banner Framelit Dies, Small Oval Punch, Pearls, Sponges

Remember that these is only one week left of Sale-a-bration.  If you would like to make the most of the promotion and earn some free products, make sure you get your order in by the 31st March.  I will be putting an order in tomorrow night so let me know by then, otherwise you can place an online order any time before 31st March.
 
Thanks for stopping by.

Angela  

Tie Tab Box made with the Envelope Punch Board

The Envelope Punch Board is such a great tool and I have made various types of boxes with it as well as envelopes.  This is a tie tab box made from a piece of 6" x 6" piece of DSP.  This box was inspired by Sam Donald. I have used Sweet Sorbet DSP, which is one of the free Sale-a-bration products.

This one I have decorated with the Petite Petals stamp set and punch.

Supplies:
Stamp Sets: Label Love, Petite Petals
DSP: Sweet Sorbet
Ink: Coastal Cabana
Other: Envelope Punch Board, Silver Ribbon, Artisan punch, Petite Petals Punch, Sticky Strip, Tombow, Small star punch (non SU) 

Remember that there is just less than three weeks of Sale-a-bration.  It ends on 31st March.  Get your orders in soon and make the most of the gaining some free products. 

Enjoy the rest of your week.

Angela

Upcoming Classes

Here are some details about my upcoming classes.  It includes two different types of classes.  There is a class for those of you who would like to come along and make a couple of home made cards.  For those of you who would like to extend yourself a bit further, I am also offering a techniques class.

When: Tuesday 25th February
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am.  The class will go till about 10:30am.  If you are able, please feel free to stay a little longer for a morning tea.

Cost: $7 for two cards
Where: Unsworth Heights area
RSVP: By 6pm Monday 24th February

Here is a sample of one of the cards we will make.

You get to choose the background paper you like and you get to try out the new Scalloped Tag Topper Punch.

If you are interested in coming to a weekday class, but Tuesday doesn't suit, please let me know.  If there are enough people interested I may be able to have another class on a different day. 

Technique Class - Envelope Punch Board

When: Tuesday 4th March
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am

Cost:The cost of the class is $15
Where: Unsworth Heights area

RSVP: By Sunday 2nd March.

During this class I will teach you how to use the new Envelope Punch Board.  I will show you how to use it to create an envelope to fit the size of your card.  I will then show you how to use it to make boxes.  During the class we will make an envelope, small card and a 3" x 3" box with belly band. Please note: Colours and paper may vary in the class.

Box for 3" x 3" cards

 Box open

 

Matching card and envelope

Please contact me if you would like to attend.

Angela

Christmas Cracker made with the Envelope Punch Board

The new Envelope Punch Board is a great new tool which I am really enjoying using.  It makes envelopes, Christmas crackers and boxes.

This is a three-sided Christmas cracker and inspired by my upline, Julia Leece.  You can make two of these out of one sheet of A4 which is great.

Supplies:

Stamp Sets: Teeny Tiny Sentiments

Card: Cherry Cobbler   

DSP: Seasons of Style DSP

Other: Simply Scored Tool, Envelope Punch Board, Silver Glimmer Paper, Silver Ribbon, Star die from Thinlit Circle Card Die Set, Word Window Punch, Modern Label Punch, Sticky Strip, Tombow

Here is the new Envelope Punch Board.  A great price at $38.95.  Watch the video and learn all about it.

I also made these small Christmas crackers  They are 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" which is the size of the DSP stack, so no cutting required. 

This small Christmas cracker can fit a lipstick, refill ink bottle, 4 Chocolates Kisses or something else small.  They are quick and easy to make as they don't require much decorating.

If you would like to purchase supplies to make either of these crackers or any other craft supplies, please contact me.   I can even show you how to make them -  your own free tutorial with me.

Thanks for stopping by.  

Angela

Envelope Punch Board is now available

The Envelope Punch Board is now available from Stampin' Up!  It's main purpose is to make envelopes, but you can also use it  to make many other things such as tags and boxes with it.

  

• It creates totally customisable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes (not to mention a million different colour and pattern options depending on the paper you want to use). Even tried and true envelope sizes will only take you moments to create! 
• It’s super easy to use; you only need to measure for the first punch and from there you just turn and score. 
• It’s small and lightweight;
• It even has a clever scoring tool as well as a punch that lets you create rounded corners on your envelopes. 
• It’s easy to keep it all together; the stylus storage compartment and two punches are designed into the tool so you don’t have a bunch of little pieces to keep track of (even the instructions are printed right on the tool so you won’t lose them!).
• The price is terrific--especially for a tool that does so much!  Only $38.95

Please contact me if you would like to place an order, or order online here.