CreateAlong June - Velvet Meadow

 Hi there Creators,

Well today is my June CreateAlong Video's (I say Videos due to the fact that it's a lot easier to upload a 1/2 hour video than it is an hours version!) so I split it in 2.  If you ordered a kit I hope you enjoy creating along with me today (or whenever you get to it🤣)  Let me know what you make with your "extras".

If you didn't order a kit but would like the measurements, check out my "tutorials" section of this blog, and you can purchase the full written tutorials, with all the measurements and "how to cut" etc

These are the cards, and the box we create (and they feel so amazing due to the velvet texture)

I hope you have enjoyed Creating Along with me today.  And don't forget to keep your eyes out for the next CreateAlong in September (they happen every other month currently), and make sure you're signed up for my emails so you get the details!

If you missed the video's here they are:

I hope this inspires you to create

God Bless love

Heather xox

Christmas In July book by 1st!

 Hi There Creators

Yep it's almost July and if you want to come and join in the Christmas In July Mega Class (or would like a kit to create from the comfort of your own home) you'll need to Book by 1st July as I will be ordering that day!

here's the details: 

Saturday 18th July  10am – 3.30pm at the Laanecoorie Hall
(or order to create at home with full instructions and postage provided)
 Lunch & Snacks Included (let me know if you have any dietary needs)

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Patchwork Christmas In July Card-Making.

Your Mega Class Includes:

 Stitched Stocking Stamp Set
 Peaceful Pine Shimmer Brush
 All components to create 11 gorgeous cards
 Includes:

• 1 Special Fold Card 
• 1 Fancy Fold Card 
• Plus extra surprises throughout the day!

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 $125 for the Day

Optional Add-On:  Add the matching dies for $61
(Total with dies: $186)

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 Bring a Friend:  Share the stamp set with a friend and they only pay $88

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 CreateAbles Team Members  $70

(Bring your own Stamp Set & Shimmer Brush)

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Everyone will need to Bring: (or let me know and you can borrow from me)

• Red ink pad (I used Cherry Cobbler but Real Red works - or any other red!)
• Green ink pad ( I used Peaceful Pine, but again pretty much any green goes)
• Medium brown ink pad, (I used Pecan Pie)
• Brush or dauber for red & green
• Acrylic blocks
• Ruler
• Favourite glues/adhesives

(Or arrange to share supplies with another participant)

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Make sure you book your place before 1st July

And please feel free to ask me any questions!  Contact me for payment details

I hope you can make it, but if not I hope my projects inspire you to create

God Bless love 

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Wild Bunch

 Hi there Creators

Wow the Product of the Month has arrived on my doorstep, and it's so stinkin' cute! Wild Bunch  If you want it I'd recommend ordering sooner rather than later, as they are only while stocks last.  You need to order $125 worth then pick it for $9 (Oh so worth it!)

Next week is my CreateAlong Video, if you've ordered a kit you can "CreateAlong" with me, if you haven't I hope you enjoy it anyway! 😃 (and don't forget to sign up for the next one in August!)

Anyway I decided I wanted to create one of those cards where they all look like they're sitting behind each other, which requires a bit of masking, then I decided to use Wink of stella to blend my watercolour pencils together (I always colour really roughly, knowing that I'll blend them with either the blender pens/water colour painters or wink of stella)

I've also used the Arches Dies for this card, as I felt like it needed something "framing" it.

Earlier in the day at Craft Alive I made up this card, the instructions for which will be coming out in my "Happy Sunday" email

Can't think of anything else to add currently,

If you missed the video, here it is:

I hope this inspires you to create

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Scalloped Blooms Dies

Hi there Creators

Well today I thought I'd play around with the Scalloped Blooms Dies, I used to use this technique years ago when we had a heap of scallop circle punches, and it's really pretty, so, read on......

Oh and before I forget the Last Chance products list just got updated on 2nd, so check out the retiring (and discounted) goodies here: Last Chance List.

I've used: Scalloped Blooms Dies, Dreamy Flowers Embellishments, and the Natural Hues Cardstock in the card I show in the video, then the other card I created, a bit differently, but I still love the effect and I used the Pastels Shimmer Paper for that one.  The Natural Hues Card is kind of like "raw card" it has the feel of leaf matter and bits in it, I remember when I was backpacking round Thailand and Malaysia seeing paper being made with leaves, and petals in it and it reminds me a little of that. (it fascinated me back then 26 years ago - clearly I am a true "paper lover" 🤣)

You've probably worked out by now, but all I've done is put little cuts in between the scallops on the first card, then cut down each scallop on the second card, both produce really pretty results.  Have you tried this before?

If you missed the video here it is: 

Hope you've enjoyed this, and it gives you inspiration as you craft.

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Fancy Fold Card

 Hi there Creators

Well, today I have this really cool fancy fold card to show you, courtesy of our Team Zoom the other night and my friend (and downline) Rose.  We crafted along with her to create our own versions of the card she showed us.

Just quickly before I do, if you're considering joining Stampin' Up! there is a deal on for 2 more days (till end of 31st May)  you pay $169 and get $235 of your choice of goodies, plus the 5 new In colours (worth $25 each pad)   OR you pay $169 and get $300 of your choice of goodies!!  either way it's a bargain, check it out here:  Join Stampin' Up!

Oh and I keep forgetting to mention that I'm going to be holding a Crafting Retreat in April 2027, check out the details here: Crafting Retreat April 2027

This was my version, using the gorgeous embossing folder: Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder. 

As I prefer to use A4 when I make cards, I had a bit of a play around and changed it up, came up with this: using the fun Beach Boardwalk Designer Series paper

Then I moved onto making this one in the video, I used my favourite piece of DSP from Natures Walk Designer Series paper, then added the sayings on the white piece of Sunset Shimmer Vellum, and grabbed some of the sayings from A Family Celebration Stamp set, Oh and used some of the Sparkle Dot Essentials to cover over the glue dots that hold the vellum down (discovered the sparkle dots are on the retiring list and discounted - shame they are so pretty, but bonus if you like them and want to get some!)  Just a heads up the Retiring/Last Chance list is being updated on 2nd June, so worth having a look - I'm sure some things will be gone in a flash!

And now the bit you've all been waiting for: the measurements.......

You'll need:

• A base card measuring 29cm x 10.5cm, scored at 8.5cm, 10.5cm, 15.6cm & 20.5cm
• 12"x 10cm  Designer Paper strip cut in sequence: 8cm/ 1.5cm/ 9cm/ 8cm  cut the 9cm piece down to two lots of 4.5cm
• Stick these all into the corresponding slots on your base card, make sure the 4.5cm strips are well stuck down all over, otherwise they will fall off when you do the next bit!
• Next cut horizontal lines into the middle section that has the two 4.5cm pieces of DSP on it the lines need to be cut at 2.5cm, 4cm, 6.5cm and 8cm
• fold it up and your base card is now complete, then you can decorate it

If this is as clear as mud, here's the video, which hopefully makes more sense!😃

I hope this inspires you to create

God Bless love

Heather xox

CreateAble Crafting Retreat 2027

 Hi There Creators

Woo Hoo I'm going to be holding a crafting retreat in April 2027.

Accommodation is provided (there is limited numbers of rooms/beds) some meals let me know asap if you want more info or want to book!  It's going to be fun🤩🥳🎉🎈

here are the details, and a more realistic way of spreading out the cost of the retreat:

📅 Retreat Dates:

Monday 12th April 2pm – Wednesday 14th April 12 noon 2027

📍 Location:

Inglewood Motel and Caravan Park

✂️ Choose Your Creative Stream:

• Cardmaking
• Scrapbooking

💕 Retreat Investment:

$560 total

To make this more manageable, payments can be split into 8 monthly instalments of $70.

💳 Payment Schedule:

• Deposit (1st payment) : Due by 30th July 2026 (non- refundable secures your place)
• 2nd payment: Due by 30th August 2026
• 3rd payment: Due by 30th September 2026
• 4th payment: Due by 30th October 2026
• 5th payment: Due by 30th November 2026
• 6th payment: Due by 30th December 2026
• 7th payment: Due by 30th January 2027
• 8th payment: Due by 28th February 2027

📌 Cancellation Policy:

• Up until 28th February 2027: Full refund minus $70 deposit
• 29th Feb – 8th March 2027: $270 refund (provided all instalments have been paid)
• After 15th March 2027: No refund

If you need to cancel after 29th Feb, you’ll still receive:

• Your retreat products
• Extra gifts
• Make & Takes
• Full instructions mailed or delivered to you

🍽️ Food Details:

• BYO breakfast
• Snacks, Monday evening meal and Tuesday Lunch, will be provided
• Tuesday evening: We’ll head out to the local pub for dinner / or grab fish & chips depending on if the Pub is still open! (own cost)
• If you have specific dietary needs, please discuss them with me so we can work out the best options for you

🛏️ Accommodation:

You may be sharing a room with one or two fellow crafters, however you will have your own bed.😃
Spots are limited to just 11 participants, (unless you'd like to bring a caravan, if so chat to me about the cost) so early booking is essential!

🎨 Retreat Projects:

I won’t be able to confirm exactly what we’ll be making until much closer to the date, but rest assured there will be plenty of crafting to keep you busy.  You will need to bring your own cutter/scorer, glues, stamping blocks and other crafting tools you like to use.

And if you’re a speedy Gonzales crafter, feel free to bring along a few of your own UFOs (unfinished objects/projects) too!

💌 Important:

Your first non-refundable payment secures your spot, and with such limited places available, I expect these spots to fill quickly.

This retreat is going to be a wonderful opportunity to relax, create, laugh, and spend quality time with fellow crafty ladies.

Interested?

Reach out as soon as possible to reserve your place!

I can’t wait to "craft retreat" with you! 🎉🤩

God Bless love,
Heather 💖

Something Saturday - May 26 Paper Pumpkin

 Hi there Creators

Well this months Paper Pumpkin is Sooooo pretty! It's called Sparkling Celebrations, I almost didn't want to make anything other than the designated cards 🤣  but you know me, I can't help but push the limits of imagination!, so check out below for my "extra creations".  Paper Pumpkin is a subscription you sign up for, it's $48 per month, and a surprise package appears on your doorstep/post box each month - 2nd month in, it's really enjoyable, and fun!  If you haven't yet and want to sign up - here's the link. Find out more/ Sign Up for Paper Pumpkin

Before I start I should tell you about the joining special!  

Do you fancy joining my team and getting a whole heap of Stampin' Up! perks?  

The deal this month is pick out $235 of goodies and only pay $169, then you either get all 5 new In Colour Ink pads for free (they're worth $25 each!)  OR you can pick out another $65 worth of goodies for free!  Plus you then get an ongoing 20% discount.  Check it out here: Join my Stampin' Up! Team

We also have a monthly team zoom/ we have a team retreat coming up in October and more.

Oh and if you haven't signed up for the Paper Pumpkin yet, as a demo you get 20% off it!😉

This is how the cards are meant to be made (with a small change to the light bulbs)

Then I moved on to "Ad-libbing"  the only additive, other than base cards, I used was from last months paper pumpkin, I used the green Stampin' Spot for the trees just below

One of the cool things with Paper Pumpkin is that you can get refills for the kits, so if you love it you can get more, and if you haven't subscribed yet and you already own inks and stamps you can subscribe for next months kit and then the refills from past kits become available for you to purchase, which you can make up with your own stamps and inks😍

The first card uses the bit you punch out from the windows

I chose to cut the big fireworks in 1/2 for these next 2 cards

Then these last 2 cards - every time I looked at the lanterns I couldn't help thinking of little sitting stools🤣 so I added some grass/reeds (from last month's PP) if I'd had mini toadstool I reckon they could have looked really cute in amongst the stools! 

Then the stamped fireworks kept making me think of palm trees.......  And the sayings I've mixed around a bit, they are really easy to just ink up the first or last words.

And that's it!  So if you missed the video, here it is:

I hope this inspires you to grab yourself a Paper Pumpkin subscription and try it out for yourself!

God Bless love

Heather xox