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Revealing a bit of bling

Revealing a bit of bling

First of all, a big apology. Sorry to anyone who's been trying to sign up for next Saturday's Cupcake Class. Thankfully one of my lovely regulars phoned me because she was having problems booking and I found out that the Paypal button wasn't working as it should. I...

Making a masculine cupcake card

Making a masculine cupcake card

Have you seen the cupcake stamp set and punch duo in the new mini catty? Aren't they just the perfect pair for creating easy birthday cards? But can a cupcake be used for a masculine card? I think so. How about you? I always enjoy using a chocolate and vanilla combo,...

Some sneak peek recipes

Did you enjoy yesterday's blog hop? Gain lots of inspiration? Got a wish list as long as your arm?  Well I can help you out there of course. You're always welcome to place an order with me, but why not book a workshop? That way you can earn hostess pounds and choose...

View the new mini catty and join our blog hop

View the new mini catty and join our blog hop

Yay! At last I can share our new Mini Catalogue with you online. Just click on the image below (or the button over on the right of the page) to have a browse. And welcome to our Mini Catalogue blog hop. A bunch of us from over at the In Love With Stamping forum have...

Bright and bold embossing

Bright and bold embossing

The idea for this card is simple enough and it's certainly a quick make, but I think that here, simple is striking - what do you think? I love how it's turned out and I plan making a set of these soon, with all the different coloured embossing powders. Recipe Stamp...

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

A very Happy, Healthy and Wealthy New Year to you! I'm back today with another sneak peek card - so no recipe until after the mini catty launches on Wednesday. On Wednesday I'll be taking part in the In Love With Stamping blog hop, so if you want masses of inspiration...

Tutorial – create a punch art cat

Tutorial – create a punch art cat

You'll need a few punches for this little cat, but he's easy to put together. Punches used: 1-3/8" Circle 1" Circle 1/2" Circle 5-Petal Flower Owl Builder 1. From Soft Suede card, punch: 1 x 1-3/8" Circle (cat's body) 1 x 1/2" Circle and cut it in two (cat's paws) 1 x...

Tongue in cheek thank you card

Tongue in cheek thank you card

I need a few more thank you cards to exchange for the lovely Christmas presents I've received and decided to have a little fun with the one today. This one's very tongue in cheek and I hope that I don't offend any bird lovers. Recipe Stamp set: Aviary (W116956 or...

Mini sneak peek 2

Mini sneak peek 2

Back again today with another sneak peek from the new Mini Catty. This little thank you card features a brand new stamp set and paper. The sentiment is from an existing set in the main catalogue - Petite Pairs. I'll be back to share the recipe just as soon as the new...