“Couture Creations 2015 Design Team Audition”

I'm sharing several projects and layouts that I have created using dies and embossing folders, as part of my application for the Couture Creations Designs Team. 

My first project is this gorgeous wreath that I created as part of my design commitments for PaperHaus. Nearly all those flowers are made by hand using dies (with just a few pre-made paper flowers to fill in the small gaps). Yes, the leaves, doilies and butterfly have all been created with a variety of dies. 

My second project is a layout I created using Marion Smith's "Mad Tea Party" paper range. This was the first project I created as part of my Creative Inspiration Paints Design Team commitments. 

A quick and cute Christmas card that I created as part of my design team commitments for Kaisercraft. 

Another layout that I created as part of my Paperhaus design commitments.The flowers and leaves have all been created with dies.  

Another cute card - All You Need Is Love. Yes, I even included curtains. :)

One of my favourite projects - my "Believe" wall plaque. I created this as part of my Imaginarium Designs DT commitments. I have used Webster's "Postcards To Paris 2" paper range. 

Another home decor project. Two altered frames created as part of my Imaginarium Designs DT commitments (I created one for each daughter). This project included many levels of die cuts and chipboard to achieve the finished product. 

A quick and simple card with an embossed background, all in monochromatic white, with a dash of silver for the title. 

Here is a layout I created as part of a Blog Hop for both Imaginarium Designs and Couture Creations. I have used both embossing folders and dies for this project.

Another favourite project - a quick and simple treat/gift bag. This was created as part of my Paperhaus Design Team commitments. I love creating these as there are so many colour combinations to choose from, and the finished product just looks so sweet. 

Finally, my butterfly cupcake and stand. I created this project as part of my Kaisercraft Design Team application. The cupcake wrapper has been created from a die, and decorated with gemstones.  Thank-you for stopping by and joining me today. It's been a wonderful trip down memory lane, enjoying projects that I have created with a love, and for many of my Design Teams.  Hmmm...maybe I should do this more often? We tend to become so focused on creating new projects, that sometimes we forget to take the time to enjoy those projects that we have already created. And guess what? Most of these projects still take pride of place in many of my display cabinets so I can enjoy them every day. :) Cheers and hugs, xxx

Paints, Powders, and Projects...

My first blog post for Creative Inspirations Paints has gone live - right here.

"LOVE YOU"

I wasn't sure what to create as I had never played with Creative Inspiration Paints before. So, I decided the best way to go about it was to play and experiment. And I am so glad I did because I had a LOT of fun creating this layout. 

The embossing powders are glorious, set smoothly, and sparkle!!! Here I have used the Gold Crystal Sparkle embossing powder on an Imaginarium Designs chipboard title. 

I found that the paints easily cover metal embellishments, and they have a lovely pearl sheen. Yes, you heard me right! I can now paint my metal embellishments any colour that I choose. I am one happy scrapper!!! :-)

Products Used: Marion Smith Made Tea Party papers; Imaginarium Designs chipboard: Creative Inspirations Paints and embossing powders: Shimmerz sprays; and a Crafter's Workshop template. 
Thanks for stopping by,  and I hope you have a wonderful weekend. xxx

And The New Design Team Member Is...

ME!!!!!!! :-)

I made the Creative Inspiration Paint Design Team. And I have new team members to play with too - check out who, right here. :-) I am soooooo happy and excited, and cannot wait to start creating with all those glorious colours (you should check out the colours - there are so many to choose from). I am going to be in heaven!!!