A message from Annette's Family; It is with great sadness that we share the sudden passing of Annette, the creative heart behind this site. This site will remain online for now as a celebration of her talent and joy she found in sharing and creating.
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Welcome to the Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop for May 2017. This month we are showing you a sneak peek from the new Annual Catalogue which goes live on 1 June 2017. You may just be starting the blog hop here at my blog, Annette Sullivan (Lavender Thoughts), or may have come from the person previous to me … Continue reading Sneak Peek of Colorful Seasons for Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop
Do you like to use punched shapes to add to your cards and other projects, but want to add more dimension? To show you how to do this, I will be using the new Pretty Label Punch and matching stamp set Label Me Pretty from the upcoming 2017 Annual Catalogue. Here is an example of … Continue reading How to add layers to paper punch shapes and VIDEO
Here is a beautiful card using Moroccan Nights (sadly retiring on 31 May). It was designed by one of my team members for a recent shoe box swap. Tips: Cardstock used was Dapper Denim, Emerald Envy and Whisper White. Ink was Dapper Denim, Emerald Envy and Delightful Dijon. Accessories included Gold Baker's Twine, Rhinestones, Gold … Continue reading Moroccan Nights Dijon Emerald Denim
Last month, one of my classes was based on how to use DSP. Here are a couple of the cards that the class made. Tips: These two cards are perfect examples of showcasing DSP on your card. You can use these designs with just about any DSP. Depending on the pattern, you may need to … Continue reading Birthday Bright with Designer Paper
Have you avoided making shaker cards because you think that they are difficult? Think again! Here is a tutorial that will change your mind forever. You will be making shaker cards from all your supplies. Tips: This card uses Watermelon Wonder, Whisper White, and Crumb Cake cardstock, Cupcakes and Carousels DSP, and Window Sheets. The cake top … Continue reading Create a Shaker Card with Sprinkles of Life and FREE Tutorial
The new Annual Catalogue makes it debut on 1 June 2017. As a taster and sneak peek, Stampin' Up! has given us an early release of the Eastern Palace Suite. It also includes three of the five new In Colors. Here are a couple of projects I have made. ... and the inside Another .. … Continue reading Eastern Palace Suite and VIDEO
