Welcome To My Blog

Hello and welcome to my crafting blog. If you are new to visiting me, thank you for stopping by! This is my personal space where I talk about the latest creations that I've made using various crafting products.

If you are looking for a commission or inspiration on a particular card or occasion, please scroll down and take a look on the left hand side at the "Labels" column where it will list cards by occasion and by Stampin' Up! stamp sets in alphabetical order for easy viewing. Just click on one of the titles to view the various cards and boxes in your chosen category.

If you would like me to make a specific card for a special someone or occasion, please email me for more details.

Enjoy your stay, and if you have time, please leave a message to let me know you've dropped by :)

Alex

Tuesday, 28 February 2012

Welcome Baby Bryant

Recently received some very good news from across the pond, a baby boy has arrived and what better way to congratulate the parents than a baby boy card!

Based on a tri-fold card I did here and inspiration from here (thanks Julie) I made the following card which *I hope*has arrived at the destination safely.

Front


Inside Card


Front & Back


Stamps: Bundle of Love (P.42).
Cardstock: Whisper White and Marina Mist. DSP: Bashful Blue (retired).
Inkpad:
Chocolate Chip.
Accessories: Stampin' Write Markers - Bashful Blue and Blush Blossom, Extra Large Oval Punch (2" x 1-3/8"), Large Oval Punch (1-3/4" x 7/8"), Star Punch (retired), Stamp-A-Ma-Jig, Paper Snips, SU Bone Folder and Dimensionals.
Card Size:
To fit a DL envelope.

Thanks for stopping by.

Alex

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

Happy Birthday

Hi there,

Recently made a birthday card for my Mum's friend and as she's born the Year of the Dragon, thought I'd source a dragon image to use.

Happy Birthday


Stamps: Typeset Numbers (Retired).
Cardstock:
Real Red and Very Vanilla.
Inkpad:
Versamark Stamp Pad.
Accessories: Scallop Trim Border Punch, 5/8" Satin Ribbon - Real Red, Stamp-A-Ma-Jig, Paper Snips, Dimensionals and SU Bone Folder.
Card Size:
A5.

Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy your day.

Alex

Saturday, 4 February 2012

Stampin' Up! Class Today - Create A Cupcake

Hi there,

Had my ladies over today for the second Stampin' Up! Class of the year using Create A Cupcake stamp set and matching punch along with the Cupcake Wheel. Here are the cards made today:

Twisted Easel Card


Stamps: Create A Cupcake (P.22 - Spring Mini Catalogue).
Cardstock:
Pretty In Pink, Melon Mambo and Whisper White.
Inkpad:
Pretty In Pink and Melon Mambo. Versamark Stamp Pad.
Accessories: 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 1-3/4" Circle Punch, Cupcake Builder Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Scallop Dots Ribbon - Pretty In Pink, Heat & Stick Powder, Dazzling Diamonds, Paper Snips, SU Bone Folder, Heat Tool and Dimensionals.
Card Size:
4-1/8" x 4-1/8" (when closed).

Create A Cupcake Card


Stamps: Create A Cupcake (P.22 - Spring Mini Catalogue) and Cupcakes Wheel (P.33).
Cardstock:
Pretty In Pink, Pool Party (In Color) and Whisper White.
Inkpad:
Pretty In Pink, Pool Party and Island Indigo.
Accessories: Cupcake Builder Punch, Scallop Dots Ribbon - Pretty In Pink, Paper Snips, SU Bone Folder and Dimensionals.
Card Size:
A6.

Thanks for stopping by, enjoy your weekend!

Alex