Category: Techniques

Stained Mosaic

Stained Mosaic

You all know about the pieces of rubber left over from your die cut stamps. Most people probably do the sensible thing and throw it away. Not me! I keep all sorts of little bits and pieces as you never know when they may come in useful. Well this time, it paid off. Following a … Continue reading Stained Mosaic

Welcome Jaslyn

Welcome Jaslyn

My niece Amanda gave birth to a beautiful little girl, Jaslyn late last week. Jaslyn was in such a hurry to arrive in the world that she was delivered by Amanda's sister, Sally. Welcome Jaslyn - a little sister for Elishia and Ambrose. To mark the special occasion, I tried a new technique called Buckle … Continue reading Welcome Jaslyn

Easel Card

Easel Card

Today, I have another type of card to show you. This one is called an easel card. I made it for my sister's birthday many months ago, but for some reason, had forgotten to upload it. It is a very simple card to make as you can see below. The small black brad holds it … Continue reading Easel Card

Happy Birthday Jess

Happy Birthday Jess

Happy birthday Jess. I hope you love this card and cake. The card is made using a technique called Waterfall card. As you pull on the ribbon the flowers cascade down - giving a waterfall effect. See the card in my Birthday gallery for the recipe.  The tealight cake uses a battery operated tealight covered … Continue reading Happy Birthday Jess

Card Class

Card Class

Yes, I am back again - twice in the one day. I am finally trying to catch you up on all my latest creations. The following cards are from my recent card making class. The first two have used the Faux Silk technique. I often forget about this wonderful, yet simple technique. So this week, … Continue reading Card Class

Workshop Make and Take

Today, I held a workshop for Melinda and some of her friends. These are the creations that they got to make and take home with them. A couple of the ladies had not made cards before, and were very impressed with their finished products. I hope you all had a great time and will continue … Continue reading Workshop Make and Take