When I was working on my 24 cards in 24 hours challenge I tried to use lots of different stamp sets. Even so, I was careful to ensure that everything I used was still available from Stampin' Up! As I was nearing the end it seemed that I'd run out of time before I ran out of projects I had to ... VIEW POST
Use your scraps and stay in control
Many times in my blog I've tried to help you use your scraps with my project design inspirations. I've had a few people tell me that finding the right scraps is an issue for them too. Being organised with how you store and use your scraps is essential if you're to succeed with this. That's even ... VIEW POST
Sea of Textures and trees
One of my favourite bundles in the Stampin' Up! 2018/2019 Annual Catalogue is the Sea of Textures Stamp Set and Under The Sea Framelits. At first I wasn't entirely sure how much use I'd have for an octopus, but having got past that little detail I have to say I've never regretted buying this set. ... VIEW POST
Birthdays by the sea
This morning's crafting session did not go as I had envisioned. I had planned to explore some colour combinations that I've been seeing a lot of lately, bluey-greens and purples, and bright greens and blues. It started out OK but somewhere along the way I ended up with a background that reminded ... VIEW POST
