CHRISTMASS CARD CLASS COOKIE CUTTER

COOKIE CUTTER BUNDLE 

CHRISTMAS CARD CLASSES

I have been looking forward to holding my Christmas card classes

using the Stampin' Up Cookie Cutter stamps and co-ordinating punch 

and the good news is that I am holding 2 classes using this fabulous bundle

THIS PHOTO  AND THENEXT ONE WILLN BE REPLACED WITH A BETTER ONE SOON
TAKEN ON MY MOBILE!

for the first class I have also used the fabulous 

Cable Knit Dynamic Embossing Folder too!

and some of the "Warmest Wishes" DSP

 in all of my card making classes 

I cut and pre-score the cardstock and DSP (patterned papers) 

you will receive a kit with all the elLements for the 2 cards you will make

You will be learning how to use photo polymer stamps 

and the co-ordinating punch with tuition to complete your cards

this first class is being held on:

 Friday 9th of December at 6pm

This class is suitable for beginners and experienced card makers

the venue for this class is 

'rTilly

we enjoy a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere at 'rTilly

and have lots of fun as we share the evening making our cards together

it's not just about card making, its a fun get together too!

and, as it's Christmas, mince pies will be served with your cuppa!

'rTilly

25 St Andrews Rd South

Lytham St Annes

Lancashire

to book your place 

ring 01253 788546 or call in 

before 3pm on Thursday 8th of December

The next class using the same stamp and punch set 

will be a special class for children aged 8+

(Parental supervision will be required!)

They will make one card each

This special class will also be held at 

'rTilly

on Saturday 17th December

they have the choice of Rudolph, Gingerbread man,

Father Christmas,  or Eskimo on their card. 

some colouring will be involved 

in the Father Christmas and Eskimo choices

please book early to avoid disappointment

'rTilly

25 St Andrews Rd South

Lytham St Annes

Lancashire

to book your place 

ring 01253 788546 or call in 

before 3pm on Friday 16th of December

if you require any help 

 choosing Stampin'Up products, 

or learning new papercraft techniques

please contact me

I am always happy to help without obligation

also contact me by email

crafteresauk@gmail.com

to receive my email news and updates of forthcoming sales etc etc

thanks for stopping by

happy crafting!

POINSETTIA CHRISTMAS CARDS CLASS

Lets have some more card making fun

This time, we will be creating poinsettia cards

the first card of the evening
 will be a peekaboo / foldback card
(I have seen this card called a collar card too!)

These cards are a real wow with their awesome 3d effect.

We will use the "Festive Fower Builder Punch" by Stampin' UP
to create some stunning 3d poinsettia flowers for our cards

I have teamed this punch up with the Stampin' Up
 "This Christmas" festive speciality DSP 
(scrapbooking papers)

You really know that Christmas is coming soon
when you see poinsettias in the shops 
 YES its just 32 days away!!

For the second card we will create 
another 3d poinsettia flower 
but this time we will create an easel card
This kind of card sits on a shelf 
and stands up for all to see
it's perfect for that special someone !

 Everything you need to complete the cards 

will be provided  in this class

alongside tuition with Crafteresa UK
we are a fun relaxed class suitable for all adults

When: Friday November 25th

Time: 6pm

Where: 'rTilly

25 St. Andrews Road South

St Annes on the Sea

Lancashire

pre- booking is essential

please ring 'rTilly

01253 788546

to book your space

on this funtastic card making class

for beginners and experienced card makers alike

introduce a friend and receive a discount

ask for more details when booking

please pop into 'rTilly if you are local
Tracy and Jackie have some fabulous crafty classes going on!

~~~ If this was short notice for you, I am sorry!
but the good news is that if you and 3 other people 
want to book this class again before Christmas 
we can arrange that with you

We are already planning our class schedule for 2017
there are some fabulous Stampin' Up products being released on January 4th 2017
I am super duper excited about the new stamp sets  and other new products in the new occasions catalogue
my spring classes will be something you dont wanna miss
please let me know if you would like a catalogue

I CANT WAIT

happy crafting
and a very happy Christmas!

another day another bargain!

so yesterdays 24 hour flash sale is over

I hope you managed to grab a bargain!

but the sale goes on

there will be another flash sale on the 28th

to finish this week of bargains 

butthere are still many items on sale throughout the week

EXTRAVAGANZA starts today

TODAY IS THE DAY!

ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA STARTS TODAY 

AND HERE ARE THE ITEMS 

ON 24 HOUR FLASH SALE TODAY ONLY

There's lots of retiring items 

and other stock available while stocks last

just click on my SHOP NOW button above

to see more deals in my online shop

or contact me by emailed 

crafteresauk@gmail.com

to receive the flyer by email 

listing all the stock in the sale

hope there's something from your wish list 

on the list!

EXTRAVAGANZA starts today

TODAY IS THE DAY!

ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA STARTS TODAY 

AND HERE ARE THE ITEMS 

ON 24 HOUR FLASH SALE TODAY ONLY

There's lots of retiring items 

and other stock available while stocks last

just click on my SHOP NOW button above

to see more deals in my online shop

or contact me by emailed 

crafteresauk@gmail.com

to receive the flyer by email 

listing all the stock in the sale

hope there's something from your wish list 

on the list!

***ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA***

*****ONLINE  EXTRAVAGANZA*****

I have just heard some fantastic news

and its good news for all of us...

2 words sum it up

*****ONLINE  EXTRAVAGANZA*****

Anyone who loves creating handmade cards, scrapbooking, 3d creations 

likes to use rubber stamps, dies, punches and all things papercraft

& LIKES TO SAVE MONEY AND GET GOOD BARGAINS

will not want to miss this fantastic Stampin' Up offer...

During Online Extravaganza, our special online sale, 

we can all save up to 40% on selected products. 

between 21 and 28 November

Online Extravaganza will start

so that's starting next Monday! 

YAY

This year our online extravaganza will include 

24-hour flash sales on the first and last day of the promotion, 

featuring special product discounts only available that day. 

Watch out for the full details, 

which will be posted here 

and in my online shop

from Monday 17th November.

I still have a very long Stampin' up wishlist myself!

Therefore, I am hoping that I can make my wishlist a lot shorter using this

*****ONLINE  EXTRAVAGANZA*****

 I will get some of my own wishlist crossed off 

and make a real head start in my Christmas shopping for my creative friends!

My husband and family have already asked me for a Christmas wishlist 

so they can buy me something I actually want for Christmas!

Every year I make my Christmas wishlist extra long, 

not because I am greedy or because I expect everything on it

NO, its my way of asking for presents that I want 

but still not knowing what I will be given

I LOVE SURPRISES!

So in preparation for this coming week of sales 

why not make your own wishlist

pass it on to family and friends

or use it yourself to grab a bargain

that's exactly what I am gonna do!

I am here to help you

(anytime of year not just when the sales are on)

If you need any help choosing the right products for you

or perhaps need any advice about Stampin' Up products.

or papercrafting techniques etc. then I would love to help

if I don't know an answer to your question

I can get an answer for you!

from my lovely Stampin' Up Demonstrator team leaders

no obligation to buy, just friendly papercrafting chat!

The online catalogues can be found in my right sidebar 

just click on the catalogue photo

If you want to purchase through me please see the SHOP NOW link above

I would be grateful for your custom!

happy crafting everyone xx

New Stitched Shapes Dies & 25% off Selected Stamp Sets

.....Here's some great news.....

 The Stitched Shapes die set is now available to purchase

****YAY****

Stampin' Up have released a new die set ahead of their June 2017 planned release!

This fabulous set contains 12 dies comprising of....
4 x squares, 4 x ovals 4 x circles

each die has the added bonus of a pierced inner edge 

which gives the effect of stitching.

That's so on trend right now!

This is such a versatile set and I love it

I think its a fabulous set for a beginner too as the shapes

are great to use with many of our stamp sets

and you have the versatility of 3 different shapes in 4 sizes 

this photograph shows them in pairs
to accent how they can be used to create frames 

But they do cut 4 different sizes in each of the three shapes separately!

to watch the launch video 

CLICK LINK BELOW...

STITCHED LAYERS DIE SET LAUNCH VIDEO 

To celebrate the launch of this die set 

during the month of November only!

Stampin' Up are offering a 25% discount 

on selected stamp sets

***when you purchase these dies and stamps together!***

if you want more than one stamps set the discount is good for more than one set !

here's the details of the reduced stamp sets

CLICK LINK BELOW...

NOVEMBER SALE

25% OFF STAMP SETS 

I am really happy that Stampin' Up  have included 2 general stamp sets too,

after all, the art of rubber stamping is NOT just for Christmas!

here's a quick view of the 25% off sale stamp sets available
some are available in a choice of wood or clear mount
while others only available in photoploymer
check out the link above to see more details or to order

see the link above to find more details on the November 25% off sale

I have ordered the baby bear set for myself! 

just right for my new granddaughter, baby Thea's first Christmas card, 

gonna team it up with the Christmas hat punch ;o)

So if you have asked for a Big Shot or other die cutting machine for Christmas

or already have one! why not take advantage of this great deal while stocks last

go on treat yourself!

You are so worth it

its great to find the right products for your craft projects and card making
if I can be of any help I am more than happy to offer advice 
on Stampin' Up products or papercrafting techniques, 
just either comment below or email me at
crafteresauk@gmail.com

most of all have fun
happy crafting !

White Christmas...Lovely as a Tree class

WHITE CHRISTMAS ~ LOVELY AS A TREE

I have just finished creating my sample cards for my next card making class

we will be using the fabulous "Lovely as a Tree" stamp set

This was the very first Stampin' Up set I ever bought and I still love it

here's the first card which is embossed using the 

Woodlands Embossing Folder...

Can you see those amazing birch trees embossed onto the white card?

The finished card feels luxurious with all that fabulous texture.

I enjoyed designing this card so much 

because I know my card making class will love to create it too.

At my classes everything is supplied to create 2 fabulous cards 

all the card stock will be cut and scored ready in a kit 

along with any embelishments needed

The cardmaker will get to use the stamp sets and the inks 

to create their own card

(other classes may have the use of punches or dies etc)

If you are a beginner dont worry I will give you all the help needed

if you are a seasoned card-maker there is always room

to come enjoy the fun and maybe add your own spin on the kit provided!

At the end of the day its a

Christmas Card Making Class

YES YES YES!

but its also about getting together with others 

and having fun creating cards together!

I will be demonstrating another card 

showing how to change it up a little

and then will show another couple of samples to give some more idea's

after all who wants to buy a stamps set and make just one card?

not me! I like to get a lot of use for my money!

so where and when?...

FRIDAY 4TH NOVEMBER 

at 6PM

I have teamed up with

 'r Tilly

we use their fabulous premises at

25 St Andrews Rd South

St Annes, Lancashire

01253 788546

or you can now contact me on 

07715450720

You will find a nice warm welcome in a lovely relaxing atmosphere

We limit the class size to between 6 and 12 people 

it is essential to book up in advance.

(I need to know prepare in advance knowing how many kits to make up)

***classes will not run if there are not enough bookings***

'r Tilly and I 

will be providing some incentive discounts

if you bring a friend to the class

please contact us for details

about our new incentive discounts 

including the "introduce a friend" special offer

also if you would like sign up for our mailing list 

you can recieve emails 

about upcoming classes and events too

unfortunately my photographs look a bit creamy!

This card is based on 

Whisper White card stock with Smokey Slate

so really is a "White Chrtistmas" card!

Hope to see you soon

Happy Crafting xx

White Christmas...Lovely as a Tree class

WHITE CHRISTMAS ~ LOVELY AS A TREE

I have just finished creating my sample cards for my next card making class

we will be using the fabulous "Lovely as a Tree" stamp set

This was the very first Stampin' Up set I ever bought and I still love it

here's the first card which is embossed using the 

Woodlands Embossing Folder...

Can you see those amazing birch trees embossed onto the white card?

The finished card feels luxurious with all that fabulous texture.

I enjoyed designing this card so much 

because I know my card making class will love to create it too.

At my classes everything is supplied to create 2 fabulous cards 

all the card stock will be cut and scored ready in a kit 

along with any embelishments needed

The cardmaker will get to use the stamp sets and the inks 

to create their own card

(other classes may have the use of punches or dies etc)

If you are a beginner dont worry I will give you all the help needed

if you are a seasoned card-maker there is always room

to come enjoy the fun and maybe add your own spin on the kit provided!

At the end of the day its a

Christmas Card Making Class

YES YES YES!

but its also about getting together with others 

and having fun creating cards together!

I will be demonstrating another card 

showing how to change it up a little

and then will show another couple of samples to give some more idea's

after all who wants to buy a stamps set and make just one card?

not me! I like to get a lot of use for my money!

so where and when?...

FRIDAY 4TH NOVEMBER 

at 6PM

I have teamed up with

 'r Tilly

we use their fabulous premises at

25 St Andrews Rd South

St Annes, Lancashire

01253 788546

or you can now contact me on 

07715450720

You will find a nice warm welcome in a lovely relaxing atmosphere

We limit the class size to between 6 and 12 people 

it is essential to book up in advance.

(I need to know prepare in advance knowing how many kits to make up)

***classes will not run if there are not enough bookings***

'r Tilly and I 

will be providing some incentive discounts

if you bring a friend to the class

please contact us for details

about our new incentive discounts 

including the "introduce a friend" special offer

also if you would like sign up for our mailing list 

you can recieve emails 

about upcoming classes and events too

unfortunately my photographs look a bit creamy!

This card is based on 

Whisper White card stock with Smokey Slate

so really is a "White Chrtistmas" card!

Hope to see you soon

Happy Crafting xx

Flower Shop Cardmaking Class Report

 I shared that I was holding an "Open Sentiments" card making class on Sunday

I am extremely happy to report that this class was a real winner!

the ladies loved the products I used
and of course their handmade cards....

We made cards featuring the Flower Shop stamp set

along with the co-ordinating Pansy punch...

 

we also used the Petite Petals stamp set 

and the co-ordinating punch

 

we also used the fern and the butterfly from Butterfly Basics Calypso Coral card

The dies we used were Lots of Labels Framelits

and we used the new Sparkle embossing folder on the first card too!

Each person was supplied with the basic kit of all the card and DSP pieces ready cut

The participants used the stamps and punches to create and cut their flowers

choosing which flowers they preferred for the first card.

(there are 6 different flowers to choose from in each set)

here's some of the cards made...

The cardstock on this was Blushing Bride with Sweet Sugar Plum

The kits included buttons rhinestones embellishments for the finishing touches.

Although both cards are loosely based on the same sketch 

I showed how just making a few changes can change up a card completely.

the cards stock on this is Crumb Cake with Calypso Coral DSP 

taken from the Subtles designer series paper stack.

I love how your personal preferences makes your card your very own 

even when using the same kit as the the other participants
it's all about finding what your preferences are
and enjoying the creative process
of making something that makes you smile
and of course the person you give it to

Well done to my card class attendees
and thanks for making me smile too xx

if you would like more details about the products used
or any other questions about classes etc

if you would like to browse the catalogues
then take a look at the images in my sidebar then click to see them online

Happy Crafting!

Flowers are Fabulous!

I am looking forward to my card making class this afternoon

it's being held at 2pm 

we will make 2 cards featuring the flower shop and petite petals stamp sets

 along with their co-ordinating punches

Did you know that over 75% of shop bought cards feature flowers 

either as a main focus or to accent other images?

just browse through a card shop to see how widely flowers are used!

here's some quick pics of the 2 cards I will demonstrate today...

This one is based on the Calypso Coral colours using dsp from the subtles stack collection, 

The great thing about our dsp (designer series paper!) is that it's double sided 

I cant wait to see which side my ladies use and how they choose to make their cards!

All of my classes include a kit to create my 2 cards 

but the participant is free to either copy my cards exactly

or use the kit how they want to

its about finding your own style

Everyone is different and that's what I love

it never ceases to amaze me how a group of people can be using the same kit

same stamps punches dies embellishments

yet still create items which differ from the next person

no matter how experienced they are at card making

they make their card their own!

change up the dsp for a piece of blushing bride card
emboss it with an embossing folder cut a banner tail
and add a paper doily..... afew more slight changes like bling instead of buttons,
and stamped small leaves from flourishing phrases stamp set
and the card looks totally different

contact me for details of future classes

Christmas will be a major focus in November

I have some great classes planned

crafteresauk@gmail.com

I don't bite!

To browse the Stampin' Up current catalogues

 just click on the photograph in my sidebar!

Wow that was FUN

 I held my first card making class on Wednesday
I loved it !

We made cards with a Stampin' Up Christmas set I have fallen in love with.....

The Stampin' Up Star of Light bundle

Which includes the photo-polymer stamps and co-ordinating thinlit dies (saving 10%)
although anyone can buy just the stamps or just the thinlit dies.

I made 3 samples for the class
but the photo's need taking again so will edit this post over the weekend,

however hear are some group photo's of the cards made...

The colourway was silver (foil and glitter paper) whisper white and Night of Navy

we used the flat die cut star as the base in silver glitter 

then used white n sliver filigree star die cuts on top as we desired!

We used the 3d solid star cut from the thinlits dies as a base 

then added other die cuts from the filigree star dies too 

The colours on the 2nd card were 

Real Red, Gold (foil and glitter paper) with cream card 

(participants used some non Stampin' Up die cuts for sentiments too)!

have you spotted something else we used?

can you see those borders?

they were created using the Stampin up stars border punch

This is the first Stampin' Up border punch I have ever bought 

and I am so happy with it

The wonderful thing is how easy it is to line up your card for continuous punching

and a by-product is that you get loads of little punch out stars! 

which can be saved for those shaker cards we love making

I know this is gonna be used a lot through out the year

so you could say we were all seeing stars lol

The ladies were thrilled with their creations and we had a lovely evening

one lady had never stamped before, another worried it would be too complicated 

but they went home smiling because they had made lovely cards 

and learned new techniques too

it was like having an evening out it was that relaxed and enjoyeable.

my next class will be all about taking a general card and changing it up 

with different sentiments for different occasions!

I will be demonstrating the 

Flower Shop and Petite Petals stamp sets with their co-ordinating punches

and the use of lots of sentiments from my stamp sets.

I just cannot wait to share some more of what I love doing

My November classes will be concentrating mainly on Christmas cards

I have some fun fun fun cards and traditional cards too

I have planned some great techniques to learn too! 

If you would like more details of my classes 

which are held at 'r Tilly sta Andrews rd South, St. Annes, Lancashire.

or have any questions about Stampin' Up products

please contact me, I don't bite lol

crafteresauk@gmail.com

have a great weekend x

Cookie-Cutter Christmas delivery and more

YAY

 Today I received my order from Stampin' Up

it doesn't look much but wait till ya see some of whats inside.

The creative possibilities are almost endless

Can't wait to use this Cookie-Cutter set of stamps with its co-ordinating punch

I have seen so many awesome samples on pinterest 

I think my customers are gonna fall in love with this bundle!

and of course the candy Cane DSP

and those cute tiny little bells to go on the hats produced by the hat punch too

(you cant see everything  I ordered here)

from stamps to punches to papers to real red cardstock to inkpad to teeny tiny bells,
to more stamps! to sequins to glitter ribbon to bakers twine
to embossing folders to dies  and the replacement blades for my cutter

to Autumn Winter "holiday" catalogues....

if you want to view the online Autumn - Winter "holiday" catalogue 

just click on the photo in my right sidebar!

 I have so many plans for all the stock I bought 

its hard to know what to use first lol 

I think I will put my Christmas CD on and jump right in!

watch this space for the first instalment of Christmas goodies

Sorry Kev I think dinner will be late tonight sweety!

oooh it's Friday! we can have fish n chips

another happy thought!

SORTED

LOL