Something Saturday - New Mini Jan 26 Catalogue & Online Designer Papers (and a couple of cards)

 Hi There Creators

Well that felt like a long title today!  Just before you go searching for them, they won't be available to anyone other than demonstrators until 6th January.  (Excellent reason for becoming a demonstrator😃) - just ask me if you're interested!

In case you didn't get the email, I'm offering consumable share packs, which will give you varying from 1/2 packs to 1/8 packs of Papers/ embellishments/ ribbons and Ephemera. I plan to order them on 7th Jan (so be quick!)

The basic info is...

Designer Papers there's 14 packs, happy to split either 4 ways at $78 (6x12" piece of each) or 8 ways at $39 (6x6" piece of each)

Embellishments there's 7 different packs of these, split 4 ways at $26 per pack

Ribbons there's 6 reels, split 4 ways $23 gives you just over 2m of each 

Ephemera, there's 6 different packs, split between 2 works out to $46 each

If I need to mail them out to you let me know and I can work out postage, I know the papers plus anything else will fit in a medium postbag which is $11.50, but if you're not after the papers I can fit it into something smaller.

Ok, onto what I created today, I chose the Square Snippets Designer paper which I suspect may become a bit of a favourite!  Plus I ended up using (all new goodies)  Sparkle dot essentials, Pearlized Faceted Circles, Secret Sea Open Weave Ribbon, Gold & White ribbon, Natures Symphony Stamp set, Joyful Squares Dies, (I think that's it!) I didn't get round to finishing these in the video, so drum roll please.....

then I kind of kept going and made this one too 😃

If you missed the video here it is:

I hope these inspire you to create too, and make sure you let me know if you want in on any of the consumables packs!

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Fancy Fold Card I created for BackStage

 Hi there Creators,

As I mentioned in the video, this card I designed for my Backstage Fancy Fold swap.  As my roomie liked it I ended up giving her my original card, I figured I've made it at least 10x how hard can it be to make another one? 🤣  Apparently when you give yourself a break from making them it takes a bit to get back into it! (take heed of my mistakes in the video, so you create your own ones😃).  I haven't got round to naming this fold, maybe V Bouquet?  what do you think? let me know if you have any ideas.

I wanted to give people something that was totally original, and I'm quite pleased with how it turned out, this was the inside of the one I gave away (not dis-similar to the one I produce in the video)  Probably the video one was a little simpler.  I've used the So Swirly Embossing Folder (which I didn't in the video, but it does add a little "something"), The Charming Day bundle, which sadly is on the Last Chance list, however if you're quick you might be able to get the Charming Day Stamp set, and charming Day Dies at discounted prices (cheaper than the bundle price $59.20 vs $91.75 😮)  and the stamp set in the background is Layers of Beauty (Oh Soooo worth it, I've used this stamp/dies/mask set so much)

Moving on to the images from the card I made in the video.....  I completely forgot to add flowers in the background until I'd stuck it down (oops!)  learn from my mistakes🤣

then the underside you so you can see the fold lines....

And the "top side"  gee now I'm thinking Steak..🥩

Oh and I'd better show you the front, which is deliberately plain-ish, as the inside is so fancy

Well, now..... how to make the inside of this, it's actually not as complicated as it looks, you take a piece of 19.5cm x 10cm thick white card, fold in 1/2 at 9.5cm, then score diagonal but parallel lines to create the V shapes, mine are spaced 1/2" apart for the 1st 3 score lines then the last one is 1" lower than the other one. 

fold the lines both ways so it's easier to persuade them to fold in the direction you need them to, then it's kind of a case of concertina'ing them to create the mountains & valleys folds, clear as mud?

Watch the video here:

Well I really hope you have a go at this, it's really not as hard as it looks! probably the hardest part is working out where to put your flowers so they don't stick out the sides too much

Let me know if you have a go, and I hope this inspires you to create.

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Last Chance List plus a simple card

 Hi There Creators,

Today I went through some of my goodies that are on the Last Chance List (click the link to see the list).

There's a heap that have been reduced, and heads up, check the individual prices before ordering the bundle, it may work out cheaper!

So then I saw a card design on a FB reel and thought that is so cool (and simple) I couldn't resist having a go and passing my "newfound" knowledge on to you all😃 (gotta love me🤣)

I'm pretty sure the lady showing it off called it a Split Scene card, and I confess I did use the same Designer papers as she did (although I did ring the changes with stamps and ephemera choices)

Here is the first card I made (all retiring goodies), I used the North Pole Delivery Designer Paper, and the Traditional Labels Stamp set how cute is the little dog that presses out from the Designer Paper?

Then in the video I made up this one, also using the North Pole Designer Paper, but this time incorporating the Christmas Greetings Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes, and the Greetings for You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack.  It's such a great way of using up really busy Designer Papers

All you need to create this is a base card, Designer Paper 3 - 4cm smaller than your base card, a mat around 1cm bigger than your designer Paper, and a piece of white (or plain) colour card, same length as your designer Paper, but shorter height, as you'll be cutting it in 1/2, so maybe 3cm shorter.

Then you cut a wavy pattern in the white and stick it all together, add some ephemera/ stamps/ sayings etc and voila!  If you plan to stamp, potentially you might want to do that before sticking it all down!

Anyway if you missed the video, here it is....

I hope you are inspired by my creations

God Bless love

Heather xox

CreateAlong December 2025

 Hi There Creators

Today is my Something Saturday CreateAlong 😃

In case you didn't order the kit and you need the measurements they are below, and here are the mini cards and suitcase I created. (Make sure you're on my email list so you get details about the next CreateAlong)

I'll be using one of the Suitcase Treat boxes which were on the clearance rack, and have now sold out, so if you do want one, let me know! I still have a couple spare.
If you have one already you'll be needing:

• Plain coloured Cardstock (2 of) 3 1/2" x 2 3/4" Plus (2 of) 1" x 2 1/2", Plus (2 of) 1" x 2 3/4"
• (DSP) Designer series Paper (2 of) 3 1/4" x 2 1/2" Plus (2 of) 3/4" x 3 1/4", Plus (2 of) 3/4" x 2 1/2" * I recommend having a DSP you can cut images out of to "embellish" with I've used North Pole Delivery (click on link to see it)

When you cut your DSP for this, I recommend cutting a strip of 3 1/4" then take pieces off it in this order:
2 1/2",  3/4",  2 1/2", 3/4".  then cut 2 more strips of 3/4" and trim these down to 2 1/2" length, this will ensure your pattern goes round the box.

For the Card bases you'll need 2 x A5 sheets of white or vanilla (depends on what suits your DSP, score them lengthways at 7.4cm, then cut into 7cm strips and fold in 1/2 at the score line, this will give you 6 mini cards.

For the Cards you'll need: (note some measurements are inches some are cm! 😃)

• Plain colour card (3 of) 2 3/4" x 2 1/2"
• Designer Paper (4 of) 2 1/2" x 2 1/4"
• Designer Paper 2 3/4" x 2 1/2"
• Plain colour card 4.5cm x 7cm
• Designer paper 1 1/2" x 7 cm
• you'll also need a smallish saying stamp (and ink pad) and a small punch or die cut piece to stamp it onto. I used Long Time No See Stamp set and Everyday Arches Dies
• some coordinating ribbon I've used: Gold Striped Mesh Ribbon 
• Embellishments I used Faceted Snowflakes

If you missed the video here it is:

I hope that you did CreateAlong with me, if you did, please send me a photo of your creations I'd love to see them.

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Swaps I received at Backstage

 Hi There Creators,

Well as most of you know I went to a Stampin' Up! leadership event called Backstage in Las Vegas recently, I made up 10 thankyou cards and 10 fancy fold cards (same design for each of the 10 cards) to be in an organised swap, and here is what I received in return (my fancy fold isn't in the line up, as I'll be showing that as a separate video later this month)

Oh and some of the goodies that were used in these cards have gone on the Last Chance list and been discounted 😃  Best check it out here: Heathers online store

Oh and yes there is more than 20 cards there, in case you're counting as I've included a couple of others I received too 😃

here's the video in case you missed it, as I do show the fancy fold cards a bit better in the video:

I hope these inspire you to create!

God Bless love

Heather xox

Card class in December

 Hi There Creators,

oops just realised Card class is on this Friday & Saturday (if you get my emails you'll already know this) but I hadn't done a Blog post to go with it!  The last Chance list was updated yesterday and seems to have a few of the goodies I'm using, so get over there and check it out there's some bargains to be had! (click this link:) Heather's Stampin' Up! Shop

Ok, we'll make this quick🤣  Classes are Friday 5th at 1pm Laanecoorie, and Saturday 6th at 10.30am Maryborough.

Cards/projects we'll be making are:

This one uses Shepherds Care Stamp set( on the last chance list), and the ultra useful  Everyday Arches Dies

Next is this one, which you may recognise the inside of, if you've watched my videos (especially the one on 1st November) It uses the Gingerbread Man stamps & dies (which are on the last chance list)

Then we have this one which isn't a card, it's a gift card holder, I've used the Encircled with Love stamp set and Season of Elegance Designer Paper

and last but not least one of these 2 cards that uses the Merry Christmas Stamp (also on last chance) and Cheers & Sips bundle (which oh my goodness I 've just discovered is also on the last chance list! yikes!) and incidentally if you're quick you can pick up the dies and stamp set individually cheaper than the bundle price!

And that's it!

Don't forget to book your place if you're coming

I hope these inspire you to create

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Nutcracker Tags Kit

Hi there Creators,

Today I figured I'd crack open my Nutcracker Tags Kit (pardon the pun😃)

I did discover there's more than you need in the kit, (and me being me, I had to make cards out of the tags, so I ended up with an extra card - woo hoo💖)

Here are the tags this kit creates 

Having made them up I discovered this much extra:

So I made this:

Then I made up these cards with the Tags:

this first one I used the Glass & Gardens Embossing folder on the Granny Apple green 1cm strips.

This next one uses a bit of the Real Red Shiny Ribbon down the side.

Then a length of the Shaded Spruce/Soft Sea Foam Bordered Ribbon.

And lastly some plain real red card strips down the sides of this one.

All nice and simple, but they make lovely cards!

If you missed the video, here it is:

If you'd like to purchase this kit you can go here:  Buy Nutcracker Kit, or let me know, and we'll work it out together!

I hope these inspire you to create!

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Faux Pleated Lines

 Hi there Creators

As I mention in the video, I'm sure I've seen this technique used, but I'm not sure this is exactly what I saw (or what it's called) as I couldn't find it again! (typical!)

Anyway, we're going with it 🤣  I have used these in the video:

Encircled with Love Stamps, Delightful Decorative Dots, 2" circle punch, 2 3/8" circle punch,

However, click on the photos to see the full products I've used for each card.

How cute are the little Faceted Snowflakes in this next card?

You absolutely need your Paper Trimmer to do this - the lines are invaluable!

Then I ended up making my swaps for Backstage (that I'm off to the US for this Friday) the girls at class suggested I used the "green & gold" for Aussie😃

If you want to see how to create the lines, I show that in the video, here it is.....

I hope this inspires you to create.

God Bless love

Heather xox

CreateAlong Video 8 November 2025

 Hi there Creators

Today's the day! If you ordered a kit, I hope you find it easy enough to follow along.  If you didn't order a kit, don't forget to next time!  I hope you all got the email I sent out a couple of days ago with the measurements (again if you got a kit it should all be pre-cut for you). 

NB: If you haven't signed up for my email list do so now, so you don't miss out on anything!

Here are the cards I create in the video, click on this link to see or order all the goodies I used; CreateAlong Goodies. Video link below in case you missed it.

then I also made up these ones, as you can see one doesn't get cut

And the video link:

I hope you have created along with me, make sure you send me a photo of what you made, I love seeing what people have created😍

I hope these inspire you in your creative journey

God Bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - Fancy Fold Card

Hi There Creators

Today I'm showing off an old card fold I created a few years back, and had a request to do a video on it, - Yay love requests💖 if you would like to see anything in particular do let me know! Also if you don't get my emails, make sure you sign up, then I can connect with you and send you updates and specials that are happening!

This is the card I created this time: using the Gingerbread Man Bundle

I said I'd share the measurements with you, but figured it might be helpful just to post the full instructions I have from the last card I made, when you look at them, just bear in mind that I've used a different "wave" look background on the finished card to the ones on the 2nd page (not sure why but it was 3 years ago🤣)

Here are my original instructions:

However if you missed the video, and want to see it in action, here it is:

 Do let me know if you make one of these, and send me a photo, I love seeing what people have created 😍

I hope this inspires you to create.

God bless love

Heather xox

Something Saturday - 2 from 1 Stripes & Trees

 Hi there Creators

Today I'm doing one cut with my Designer Paper and creating 2 different cards - gotta love it when you can get 2 for 1 😍

However, just before I do show you what I created, 

There is the most amazing Joining special that has only a few days left!,  

Why would you want to join Stampin' Up! (and my team?) 

• because we have some lovely people in the team (and Stampin' Up! in general) who I know you would enjoy getting to know for starters. 
• The deal this month only, is pick out your choice of products to the value of $235 and only pay $60!!  OR choose $344 of goodies and only pay $169!  both AMAZING DEALS 😃, 
• Then you get an ongoing discount of 20% which rises when you hit certain points, you can potentially make some money on the side (depending on whether you want to run it as a business).  
• There is also official Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Only events (Oh so worth it!) 
• and so much more!  

If you're keen, and ready to sign up, click this link: Join the CreateAbles & Stampin' Up!

Now back to todays sharing's I have used the Elegant Pine Snowflakes Designer Paper (so pretty!)

I have scored my cardstock first using my Stampin' Trimmer, then created score lines 1/2" apart, and cut my Designer Paper to 1cm pieces, which then fits nicely into the 1/2" slots, anyway this is what I created initially: I've used the words from Traditional Labels Stamp set for this card, and what's a Christmas Card without bling?  I picked out the faceted Snowflakes (mainly because they're new and just arrived🤣)  You absolutely need the Paper Trimmer if you want to create even score lines!

 Then I discovered that I had some extra bits that got cut off from the sides, and so I created this.....

 I'm hoping they kind of look like Christmas Trees, you know the ones people make using packing crates?  Am I stretching the imagination too much? this time I've used the aptly named Merry Christmas Stamp.

then I moved onto making the video and created these 2, I think the scored lines show up better on the white cardstock.

and this time as I was actually concentrating, I managed to get the cut off pieces even, so I could get 2 even looking trees for this second card.

If you missed the video, here it is:

I hope this inspires you to create, and if you're not on my email list, please do sign up for it, just where is says "subscribe" to the side of this post.   I would love to keep you updated with everything that is happening (plus you'll get my special customer card tutorials each fortnight)

God Bless love

Heather xox