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Month: August 2011

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My top five favourite stamp sets from 2010-11

My top five favourite stamp sets from 2010-11

I'm having a few technical problems at the moment. I updated some of the software for the site at the weekend and ever since I did, it's pushed the right hand menu information to the bottom of the page, so please scroll down if you're looking for it. Now in case you...

Pure class using white on white

Pure class using white on white

I've seen a few white on white cards on my surfing travels and always thought how classy they look. So I decided to create one of my own. With only a single colour in play, the emphasis moves to texture and so I pulled out all the Big Shot embossing folders. Recipe...

Why now is a great time to become a demo

Why now is a great time to become a demo

Well of course I think that any time is a good time to become a demonstrator 😉 but now is an especially great time. Why? Because ... The new catalogue comes out at the beginning of October but as a demo you get to see it at the beginning of September. Not only do...

Snowflakes caught in crystal

Snowflakes caught in crystal

When I was preparing for the August technique class (using the Caught in Crystal technique) I made a few extra sample pieces to try different combinations. One of those variations was using darker inks with the Crystal effects and White Stazon over the top. Recipe...

Book now for the September technique class

When:  1:30pm - 3:30pm, Saturday 10 September 2011 Where:  St Saviour's Church Hall, Mortomley Lane, High Green, Sheffield What: In September our technique class will cover: the origami trees technique (pictured); and the rock 'n' roll technique How much: £12.50 to...

Sailing into the sunset

Sailing into the sunset

Many thanks for the get well wishes. I'm feeling a little better today though still not able to sit at a table long enough to craft yet. But ... I have found a card that I haven't shared yet. This is one (or rather two) that I made when my MIL came to play and we were...

I’ve been in the wars a little

I'm sorry but I've no card for you today. I've been struggling a little ever since the weekend. Half of one of my back teeth chipped away on Saturday night, then on Sunday I opened the car door onto my shin, dropped a punch onto my toe and finally on Monday I threw my...

Craft Fair Prize Draw Winners

We had a prize draw at our craft fair last weekend and I can now announce the lucky winners! They are: Tracey - Sheffield Marilyn - Horbury Denise - Rotherham We'll be in touch to arrange getting your goodies to you, just as soon as we can. Sara xx