“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

PaperHaus November Sketch...

No, I haven't fallen off the face of the planet (although at times, I really wish I had). I have been very ill, with doctor's appointments, CAT scans, new medications etc. I am finally starting to feel a little better, and hopefully life will get back to normal over the next few weeks.

Here's the layout I created for the November PaperHaus sketch. Please drop over to the PaperHaus blog because the DT have outdone themselves with this month's sketch - there is an overload of inspiration to be viewed. 

 Just a couple of close-ups of the journalling, flowers, and details. 

Products Used: Crate papers; Prima flowers; Imaginarium Designs chipboard; Webster's dazzlers; Magnolia die, MFT dies; Pan Pastels; and Crafter's Workshop mask.

November PaperHaus Sketch (designed by me!) Just click on here to view all the details and inspiration. Thanks for dropping by. I hope you are having a lovely weekend. Cheers and hugs, xxx

PaperHaus Remember - October

The October Remember Me challenge has recently gone live on the PaperHaus blog. This time around I decided to record the odd and unknown facts, about myself. Things I want my daughters to know if I am not around to tell them. 

"BE ME..."

There are lots of facts here that I bet some of my close friends, and even family, may not know. These are all the things that make me, ME!!!

Here's a close up of the journalling so you can have a good giggle. ;-) Products Used: Kaisercraft Pickled Pear collection; Imaginarium Designs chipboard. 
Thank-you for dropping by, and I hope you are having an awesome weekend!
Cheers, xxx

PaperHaus October Sketch Challenge...

The October sketch is now live on the Paperhaus blog!

Go check out the amazing inspiration from the Design team. Are you going to join in and have some fun?  

"LITTLE MISS PIGGY"

I couldn't resist using this photo of Miss K. Isn't she just adorable with her piggy hat, lol! 

I followed the sketch fairly closely, adding lots of layers, strips, and details. 

 And a little journalling to tell the story. :-)

And I have a new favourite stamp from Bo-Bunny. Love, love, love this cup stain stamp. Products Used: My Mind's Eye papers, Bo-Bunny stamp, Prima flowers, Martha Stewart punch, and My Little Shoebox alph stickers. 
Are you ready for the weekend? I AM!!! :-) Happy scrapping one and all. xxx