12 DAYS OF CREATIVITY MINI CARDS TUTORIAL | FACEBOOK LIVE

Last night on my Facebook Live, I created these little mini thank-you cards using elements from the 12 Days of Creativity Advent Calendar from Stampin' Up! Sometimes the pre-cut pieces and embellishments included in kits can feel a little too special to use, but I love finding simple ways to turn them into beautiful handmade cards. These mini cards came together quickly and make a lovely way to send a heartfelt thank you. For both designs, I started with a Crumb Cake base and added a layer of the soft woodgrain-style paper from the Advent Calendar. The delicate floral die-cuts provided the focal point, and I finished each card with the coordinating "thanks" sentiment and a few sequins for a touch of sparkle. These mini cards would be perfect to tuck into a gift, pop into a bouquet of flowers, or send as a quick note to brighten someone's day. I hope these cards inspire you to look through your craft supplies and see what treasures you can combine to create something s...

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HAPPY CHRISTMAS CARD TUTORIAL | FACEBOOK LIVE

Last night on my Facebook Live, I created this Christmas card using the Neutral Noel Suite, and I love how all the different textures and layers came together. I started with the Cherry Cobbler card base and added an embossed panel using the Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder. To the panel, I added a strip of Designer Series Paper down the left-hand side. I love using white-on-white texture like this because it adds so much interest without taking anything away from the focal point. For the Christmas arrangement, I layered lots of delicate white die-cut foliage with stamped pine branches and berries. I tucked everything around the Happy Christmas sentiment, letting some of the branches extend beyond the main arrangement for a relaxed, natural look. I also added a bow using the Mossy Meadow Neutral Jute. I really like the extra texture this added. A few small gold embellishments were the perfect finishing touch and tied in beautifully with the gold Hot Foiled Happy Christmas greetin...

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EASEL CARD WITH DRAWER TUTORIAL | FACEBOOK LIVE

Last night I created this Easel Card with Drawer, and as an added feature I also demonstrated hot foiling. There’s lots to love about this project. The easel card sits beautifully on top of the little drawer, creating a card and gift presentation all in one. I decorated it with Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper, layered foliage and pinecones, with touches of gold bringing everything together. A Little Hot Foiling One of the special features of this project was hot foiling. During my demonstration, I showed how I incorporated this technique into the project, adding that beautiful metallic finish that works so well for Christmas crafting. The gold “’Tis the Season” sentiment complements the woodland-style design beautifully and gives the project an extra-special festive touch. And, of course, there’s that little drawer underneath! Finished with a simple twine pull, it’s perfect for tucking away a small surprise or two! I hope this project inspires you to have a go at an Easel Card with ...

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BE INSPIRED | COLOUR CHALLENGE - NEUTRALS ONLY!

Tonight I’m hopping with the Be Inspired Design Team, and this month our theme is Neutrals Only. For a Christmas take on the theme, I reached for the Neutral Noel Suite and chose Mossy Meadow from the Stampin’ Up! Neutrals Collection. I love how the deep Mossy Meadow foliage looks against all that crisp white, especially with the gorgeous textured background. A few golden stars, some Jute twine and the ’Tis the Season sentiment add just enough detail to finish it off. Sometimes keeping the colour palette simple really lets all those lovely layers and textures shine! Be sure to continue around tonight’s hop to see what the rest of the Be Inspired Design Team has created with our Neutrals Only theme. Next up in today's hop is my lovely and inspirational friend Annette  I'm looking forward to seeing what gorgeous creation Annette has to share with us. Be Inspired Design Team Blog Roll: Andrea Sargent Angela Meiritz-Reid  - you are here! Annette Ball Annette Elias Brian King Emma ...

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