Author: Annette

Goodbye Gorgeous Grunge

Goodbye Gorgeous Grunge

I am sad to say that one of my favourite go-to stamp sets is going to retire on 31 May 2017. I have been using this set since 2013. It is perfect to add some background texture or a collage look to any project. Here are some of the cards where I have used it. Visit … Continue reading Goodbye Gorgeous Grunge

Number of Years Watercolor Background Smooch Planets

Number of Years Watercolor Background Smooch Planets

Earlier this week, I showed you how to create a watercolour background smooch. I used the technique for classes last week, and this is what a couple of the attendees created. Tips: The card is a pop-up and the above image is the inside looking down. The nebula was sponged on black cardstock, and the … Continue reading Number of Years Watercolor Background Smooch Planets

Urban Underground Suite for Remarkably Creative Blog Tour

Urban Underground Suite for Remarkably Creative Blog Tour

Welcome to the RemARKably Creative Blog Tour for April 2017. This is my first time in this 'tour' and I am looking forward to being part of this wonderful group. This month the theme is Urban Underground Suite from the 2017 Occasions Catalogue.  You may just be starting the blog hop here at my blog, Annette Sullivan … Continue reading Urban Underground Suite for Remarkably Creative Blog Tour

Watercolor Background Smooch with Watercolor Words and VIDEO

Watercolor Background Smooch with Watercolor Words and VIDEO

Today I am trying out a new technique that seems to be becoming popular. It goes by many different names, but I am going to call it Watercolor Background Smooch. Tips: The card base is Sahara Sand with a layer of Cajun Craze and a strip of Crushed Curry over the Watercolor Paper art panel. … Continue reading Watercolor Background Smooch with Watercolor Words and VIDEO

Retiring Products are HERE

Retiring Products are HERE

Sadly, it is that time of year that Stampin' Up! announces the products that will retire on 31 May 2017. It's not all bad news though, because on 1 June 2017 there will be a new catalogue with lots of new products. Select items are discounted up to 50%, but you will have to hurry … Continue reading Retiring Products are HERE

2015-2017 Retiring In Colors for Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop

2015-2017 Retiring In Colors for Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop

Welcome to the Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop for April 2017. This is my first time in this 'hop' and I am so happy to participate in this prestigious group. This month the theme is Retiring 2015-2017 In Colors.  You may just be starting the blog hop here at my blog, Annette Sullivan (Lavender Thoughts), or may … Continue reading 2015-2017 Retiring In Colors for Remarkable InkBig Blog Hop