Home is where my craft room is ...

Awww!

2012-02-14T15:37:00.000Z

Firstly, a warm welcome to my new followers - I hope you enjoy your visit to my blog :)

I had so much fun making these cards - the stamps are so cute and the K&Co paper pack is one I received in a swap and they seem to go perfectly with this shabby chic style.

I used my Nesties to cut out the images, the swirls are cut with a Marianne D die and the little roses were cut on my Cameo. See the little soft red buttons? They are Card Candi chips coloured with Distress Ink and, in 'real life', they look like velvet ... lush :)

Hope you're all having a good week

Hugs xx

Are you ready for Valentine's Day?

2012-02-07T18:58:00.000Z

Here are some cards and boxes I have made for Valentine's Day, although all of them could be used for other occasions too, like anniversaries.

I used my fabby new Cameo machine to cut out elements for each card.

Why is it so difficult to get good photos of mirri card? Grrr!

I cut the heart background with the Cameo and the heart embellishment was part of the 'waste'!

The stripey heart motif was cut using the Cameo:

... and so were the welded hearts:

These heart handle boxes were also cut using the Cameo along with the heart embellishments...

... and so was this cute heart-handled bag

Did I mention that I love my new Cameo??? lol!

I have only used it for basic designing so far but the possiblities are endless ... I cant wait till half term to have more time to explore it!

Hope you're all having a good week and the snow has gone in your part of the world.

Keep warm hugs xxx

Look what I've found!

2012-02-05T21:17:00.000Z

I have just been looking through my photos and I've stumbled upon some cards I made for Little Claire. This is a collection of 6 garden themed stamps.

Birdhouse Garland:

Birdtable:

Deckchair:

Garden Set:

Trailing Birdhouse:

Although all the stamp sets are beautiful, I think my favourite one is the Garden Set. Which is your favourite?

Most of the cards were used with Craftwork Cards paper and embellished with Card Candi.

Hope you've had a good weekend and the snow has almost gone now.

Hugs xx

Tags...tags...tags!

2012-01-31T22:22:00.000Z

After a little tidy up of my craft desk, I discovered some pieces of card, which I made at Amy Shaw's workshop last year. They were made using an Alcohol ink and water technique. I really loved them but at the time, I couldn't decide what to do with them.

Anyway, as soon as I 'rediscovered' them, they shouted 'TAGS' at me. So I got busy with some Tim Holtz and Craft Stamper stamps. I added a Wow embossed edge and some sparkle with gems (on the butterfly and atyou Spica pens highlighting some words and images ... et voila ... a set of bright, colourful tags!

I made this final tag for a lovely blog buddy who recently send my some lovely candy!

Hope you're keeping warm ... it's gonna be even colder tomorrow :(

Hugs xx

No image!

2012-01-29T15:43:00.000Z

I seem to be trying new styles at the moment and they are all out of my comfort zone! Last week, it was no backing papers and this week, it is no image.

This really was a challenge for me as it seems that ALL my cards have an image as the focal point. However, I decided to play with a new punch and some papers I bought last year and here is what I made:

Simple but effective - what do you think?

Enjoy the rest of your weekend and stay warm next week, looks like it's going to get very cold :(

Hugs xx

No papers!

2012-01-24T22:20:00.000Z

At the weekend, I went to the lovely Amy Shaw's workshop, where we made a series of one-layer cards. I've always admired other people's one-layer cards but have never been able to ditch the backing papers and layers! Anyway, after a morning with Amy, I have put my own spin on a series of cards and this is what I came up with:

I coloured a red circle with Distress Ink through a circle mask ...

... stamped and embossed the stamp (free with Craft Stamper mag), stamped and embossed the sentiment and added a gem.

The next three cards are made the same way but the images are stamped with Archival Black Ink ...

... Bird (Tim Holtz)

... Hummingbird (Inkadinkado)

... and car (Tim Holtz)

Hope you're all having a fab week xx

A Sad Farewell

2012-01-20T18:30:00.009Z

It was with a heavy heart that I have decided to step down from the Little Claire Design Team. I have enjoyed working with their beautiful stamps and embellishments so much. I have also enjoyed getting to know the rest of the extremely talented Design Team and I have made some lovely friends.
However, nothing stays the same forever, if it did, we wouldn't have butterflies ...
I'm planning on spending more time on my own personal projects and can't wait to share them with you soon.
Hope you'll come back and visit my blog again,
Hugs
Louise xx

DIY

2012-01-19T10:00:00.002Z

I have another new release from Little Claire to share with you today. It's called 'DIY' and is a good all-rounder for men's cards:

I kept to a simple colour scheme and used the 'spot' colouring technique; I added a tag, gingham ribbon and Card Candi to complete the card.

Dont forget to check out the Little Claire Blog for your chance to win this stamp!

In a While ...

2012-01-18T21:37:00.000Z

Introducing the 3rd stamp in the new men's range at Little Claires. This one is called 'In a While' and is perfect for those men who like to find a balance between work and relaxation!

Here's what I made:

I used Craftwork Cards backing paper, coloured the image with my Promarkers and added a Little Beauties tag from Little Claire.

Pop over to the Little Claire Blog for your chance to win this stamp!

Have a great week xx

Sunday Morning!

2012-01-17T10:00:00.001Z

Here's the second stamp from the brand new men's range from Little Claires. It's called Sunday Morning and it's perfect for the man who enjoys 'me' time. This is what I made:

What a perfect way to spend a Sunday morning!

I used the 'spot' colouring technique again and added a Little Claire sentiment and Card Candi.

Visit the Little Claire Blog to see more beautiful card made by the Design Team.

Have a lovely day xx

Man Tree

2012-01-16T10:00:00.002Z

Introducing a new range of Men's stamps from Little Claire! Each day this week, I will be showcasing one stamp from the range of six new men's stamps. Today's stamp is called 'Man Tree' and here's my card:

I coloured the stamp using a 'spot' colouring technique and added a Little Claire sentiment too.

The image inside was stamped with London Fog Memento ink.

For more ideas using this stamp, visit the Little Claire Blog to see the cards made by the rest of the fabulous Design Team.

Have a lovely week and remember to come back tomorrow for another new release :)

New Challenge at Little Claires

2012-01-14T15:45:00.002Z

It's the start of another challenge at Little Claires and this month, the theme is 'Anything But a Card'.

Here's what I came up with:

I folded a box base and lid from Coordinations cardstock and added a scalloped base for stability. I used the beautiful Flowerhead stamp, which I coloured with Promarkers and sprayed with Spray and Shine. To finish I added a Little Beauties Tag, coloured with Promarkers, and gems.

Pop over to the Little Claire Blog for more inspiration from the rest of the talented Design Team.

Have a nice weekend xx

Butterfly Window

2012-01-05T20:48:00.000Z

This week it was my turn to make the weekly blog project for Little Claire and this is what I came up with:

As soon as I saw the beautiful Butterfly stamp, I thought VELLUM, EMBOSSING and SHRINK PLASTIC .... so that's what I did!

I used some Kaleidascope embossing powder from Stampendous which gives a beautiful multicolour effect. It's hard to capture this on a photo, hope you can see it here:

For the step-by-step instructions on how to make this card, visit the Little Claire Blog.

Nearly Friday AND the wind is supposed to be easing off tomorrow too. Have a good weekend xx

At Home

2012-01-01T22:25:00.000Z

Here is the brand new January club stam from Little Claire. It's called At Home and as well as featuring a fabulous house scene it also has 3 sentiments. Here are my DT sampe cards:

Stamped with Memento London Fog and Memento Tuxedo Black, coloured with Promarkers and cut out the coloured house. Papers are GCD Studios.

Stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black ink, coloured with Promarkers, papers GCD Studios.

This is my first attempt at brayering and I'm pretty pleased with it (even if I say so myself!). I brayered the background for the scene using Big & Juicy Waterfall. I stamped the snowflakes (Stampendous) with Versamark and brayered the background too. I watercoloured the scene using the Waterfall ink pad. The snowflake embellishment was cut with a Marianne die and I added Glamour Dust for the snow.

This card uses just one of the sentiments from the set. I stamped it with Memento Cocoa, used SEI papers and added a butterfly from my stash.

Pop over to Little Claires gallery to see my fellow DTs stunning creations.

Wishing you all the best for 2012 xx

Snowmen from The Cutting Cafe

2011-12-30T21:59:00.000Z

Look at these fab snowmen from The Cutting Cafe! There's a card and a matching gift box too.

Here are the cards:

The gift boxes:

And here they are together:

This was such a fun set to make and my sons loved them!

Hope you've all had a fab Christmas and all the best for 2012 xxx

Xmas makes

2011-12-30T21:52:00.000Z

Made using a Liz Earle catalogue, gold Spray and Sparkle and a piece of florists ribbon ... simples!

Merry Christmas!

2011-12-24T12:21:00.000Z

Wishing all my lovely followers, friends and family a very happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year xxx

Challenge 16 at Little Claires

2011-12-20T17:11:00.000Z

The theme this month is for 'Family Christmas', so I decided to use the 'Room With A View - Nativity' stamp set. Here's my card:

I used Kraft paper to give a rustic feel but glammed it up with Kaleidascope embossing powder - love this stuff! The circle sentiment and crown stamp are all from the set. I coloured the image and sentiment with Promarkers.

Hope you're all ready for Christmas! I have a few odds and ends to get but I'm just about done now. Just as well really, as I've had a bad cold/cough for the last few days and haven't had the energy to do anything. Moan over ... !

Have a fab week xx

PS. The prize for this month's competition is a £10 voucher from Little Claire whoopee! and just to let you know, there is a sale at Little Claire with some very yummy goodies, be quick though, they wont hang around at those prices. Click HERE to look at the sales items.

I'm In Print!!

2011-12-08T20:31:00.001Z

I was so pleased when I opened Creative Cardmaking Issue 36 today, as they have featured one of my cards :) *happy dance*

Here it is:

I used an uber-cute chappy called 'Bert and Catapult', using one of the new Cutie Patootie stamps from Little Claires.

All instructions can be found in the magazine - here is the page:

... and here is the magazine - I wouldn't want you to miss it!

Also, I'd like to welcome my new followers - it's lovely to have you on board :)
Enjoy the rest of your week xx

Fabulous shoes and handbags

2011-12-07T21:19:00.000Z

Here are some cards I've made using the fabulous Christmas Diva Doodles from Pink Petticoat.

The first two are made using a Handbag shaped card ...

... the papers are from Pink Petticoat too ...

... and there are even inserts to complete your card.

I love these downloads as they are so stylish and make a refreshing change from traditional themes.

Enjoy the rest of your week

Louise x

A monkey on a Christmas card? !!!

2011-12-07T21:10:00.000Z

Yes, I was asked to make a Christmas card with a monkey on it ... and since it's for my son-in-law to be, I thought I'd better oblige!!!

Here it is:

It's a gate-fold card. I gave the monkey some Christmas-red shorts, added some Inkadinkado flourishes, Flower Soft snow and Card Candi ... et voila!

Hugs

Louise x

The monkey image was a freebie - if anyone recognises it, please let me know who drew it, so I can credit them :)

Henny Penny - Tuesday Bargain at Little Claires

2011-12-06T17:56:00.000Z

Look at this fab new stamp from Little Claire! It's called Henny Penny and it's available in a speciall Tuesday bargain pack.

Here are two cards I've made with it:

Here's what is included in this fabby bargain:

step by step instructions to make a card (featured on LC website)

the scalloped card blank and envelope

the die cut scalloped kraft circle and white circle

2m of ribbons

pack of 36 individual circular sentiments

5 peel offs

8 x 6" squares of gingham and kraft paper

5 of our concertina tag cards

small selection of Card Candi

The RRP of the pack is £15.99 and the Tuesday Bargain price is just £10.00 (plus £1.00 P&P).

To buy the bargain, click HERE

Teapot gift set

2011-12-04T21:56:00.000Z

Here is a cute little set I made for my mum's friend. It was her birthday last week and she's feeling a bit under the weather, so I hope this cheered her up :)

I used the Teapot Shaped card and Teabag Holder, both available from The Cutting Cafe. The card even comes with a matching envelope which I decorated to match the teapot.

Inside the Teabag holder, I have put a couple of Fennel teabags with brewing instructions.

There are tons of fab files and inspiration at the Cutting Cafe, pop over and have a look!

Enjoy the rest of the weekend xx

Keep Warm and Carry On!

2011-12-04T20:45:00.000Z

Here's Little Claire's December club stamp. It's called Winter Aga and is a lovely stamp for winter birthdays. Here are my DT cards:

Card: Coordinations Whitewash; watercolour card

Ink: Adirondack Cranberry

Embellies: ribbon and distress tool from stash

Card: Pink/Silver polka dot (Hunkydory)

Image and sentiment coloured with Promarkers

DP cut with Woodware Crafty Edger punch with Heart cartridge

Embellies: card candi

Hope you've all had a fab weekend and it's not too cold where you are xx

Cute Teddies

2011-11-27T16:59:00.000Z

Images from a swap (I think they are LOTV)

coloured with Promarkers

Papers: Pink Petticoat

Embellies: Card Candi; circle and scalloped circle Nesties; Marianne pointsettia; snowflake die cut from stash; gems; polar white Flower Soft

Swirly Whirlies - Poppies

2011-11-27T16:56:00.000Z

Stamp: Red Gingham Poppies, exclusively from Little Claires

Paper: SEI

Sentiment: Little Claire

coloured with Promarkers

ribbon from stash

New Challenge at Little Claires

2011-11-13T20:31:00.000Z

The new challenge over at Little Claires is 'Shaped Cards'. Here are my DT cards:

Using elements of Blossom Fairy

Using Shep

This month's prize is fabulous:

I have both of these stamp sets and they are so versatile.

Enjoy what's left of your weekend!

My new Crafty Individuals stamps

2011-11-13T20:23:00.000Z

Here are a couple of cards I made recently, using my new stamps from Crafty Individuals:

Both images were stamped onto smooth white cardstock with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and coloured with Promarkers. Then I cut them out and before mounting, I sprayed them with Spray and Shine to give a glossy finish. It makes them look like photographs!

Enjoy the rest of your weekend x

Workshop Cards

2011-11-13T20:12:00.000Z

Just a quick post to share some lovely cards I made at Amy Shaw's workshop last Sunday. We used a Snowflake stamp set by Stampendous that was ours to keep - how cool is that?

The aim of the workshop was 'one stamp ... six ways' (yes, we made SIX cards in 2.5 hours!!!)

One:

Plain and simple stamping with a touch of Stickles.

Two:

Stamping, a touch of Stickles and velum.

Three:

Embossing with Kaleidascope embossing powder.

Four:

Using Gilding Flakes.

Five:

Triple embossing.

Six:

Alcohol ink background.

It was a fab workshop, made even more fabulous by a plentiful suppy of choccies and coffee ... cant wait for the next one!

Hope you've all had a lovely weekend xx

The First Little Claire Blog Hop!

2011-11-06T14:15:00.001Z

Welcome to my Blog and welcome to Little Claire's first blog hop - let's hope we have many more :)

Here is a card I've made using one of the brand new Red Gingham stamps, Little Tammy:

The detail on the stamp is exquisite and it looks gorgeous when embossed. The sentiment is also by Red Gingham and you can find it here.

My fellow DTs have more gorgeous cards to share with you, so make sure you visit them all and the lucky winner of the Blog Hop will receive a full set of the new designs!

This is what you need to do to take part in the blog hop:

1. Visit each of Design Team members’ blogs (links below) and leave a comment on their post about the blog hop. They will all have a card to share with you made with one of the new Red Gingham stamps. You also need to leave a comment on this post.

2. Each Design Team member will also include a letter in their post. Once you have all the letters, you need to rearrange these to form a word.

3. Once you know what the word is, e-mail your answer to helen@littleclaire.co.uk – PLEASE DON’T POST YOUR ANSWER IN ANY OF YOUR COMMENTS!

4. The blog hop will close at midnight on Sunday 13 November and the winner of the stamps will be announced on Tuesday 15 November.”

My letter is E.

Good Luck everyone!

Pink Petticoat does it again!

2011-11-05T15:59:00.000Z

Here are some cards I made using a GORGEOUS new digi from Pink Petticoat:

The sentiment reads "Celebrate the season ... in style!"

I coloured the images with watercolour pencils, added sparkle with a Sakura pen and cut them out with my Nesties. I stamped a gorgeous Inkadinkado flourish on the card base and used coordinating ribbon. I didn't have any copper ribbon, so I coloured some white/black dotty ribbon. Finally, I inked the edges of the die-cuts ... et voila ... a batch of beautiful girlie cards for my friends :)

Have a nice weekend x

New Tag cards at Little Claires

2011-11-04T21:58:00.000Z

These new Tag Cards from Little Claires make a great alternative to a card. They can be used whole - four panels - or cut in half - two panels - to make a smaller card, or even cut into individual tags.

Tag card 1

Tag Card 2

Tag Card 3

To decorate the cards, I used the First Edition Isabelle paper pack and Little Claire's beautiful new Little Beauties Tag Stamps. I added pearls, gems and ribbon from my stash and used punches to make coordinating borders and embellishments.

Have a nice weekend folks xx

Welcome ... and this week's Blog Project at Little Claires

2011-11-03T20:14:00.000Z

First of all, I'd just like to welcome my new Followers! I've got over 50 now and I'd like to thank you all for taking the time to visit my Blog and for commenting - I appreciate your feedback :)

It was my turn to prepare this week's Project for the Little Claire Blog. Here's the card I made:

For details on how to make this card and what materials you will need, visit the Little Claire Blog HERE

Enjoy the rest of your week - nearly Friday yayyy!

Doves of Peace

2011-10-30T21:35:00.000Z

Just a quick post to share some cards I've just finished.

I bought this 'Dove' stamp after seeing a card Amy Shaw's friend Jo made at a charity fund raising event. Here's my interpretation:

Thanks for the inspiration Jo!

That's 22 Christmas cards done now, about 30 to go :)

Have a nice week xx

More Cutie Patooties

2011-10-27T14:26:00.000+01:00

The whole Cutie Patootie range has now been released at Little Claire's.

Here are the rest of my sample cards:

Chimney Sweep:

Splashing Girl:

Boy and Girl on Tree:

The papers used on these cards is from the First Edition Isabelle paper pack and is available from Little Claire too!

That's it for me today, enjoy the rest of your week xx

The rest of the Swirly Whirlies :)

2011-10-27T14:17:00.000+01:00

Good News! Little Claire is now releasing all their new stamp sets early - so you can order yours NOW!

Here are the remaining sample cards:

Cats:

Little Tammy:

Little Harry:

Tortoise:

To see these stamps on the Little Claire website, click HERE

Thanks for looking x

Fourth Sneaky Peek!

2011-10-27T14:03:00.000+01:00

Hi folks,

I'm back with another Sneaky Peek of the fabulous new releases from Little Claire. It's called Swirly Whirlies Owl Family:

This stamp is so detailed and versatile. Visit Little Claire's Blog to see the other DTs gorgeous creations, everyone has achieved a totally different look with the same stamp!

Don't forget to visit Little Claire's blog, name the new Cutie Patooties and win the complete set HERE.

Back later with more new release cards!

Sneaky Peek ... Day 3

2011-10-26T13:40:00.000+01:00

I'm back with another Sneaky Peek of the new releases from Little Claire's. Today, I'm showing you a card I made a sweet image from the Cutie Patootie range:

I customised some design paper and a couple of tags using distress inks and gold embossing powder. I stamped and coloured the image with Distress Inks and added lace and a distressed chipboard flourish to finish.

This really is such a cute image!

Remember, for your chance to win the whole set of SIX Cutie Patooties, visit Little Claire's Blog and suggest names for the little girl and boy characters!

Come back tomorrow for another Sneaky Peek xx

Another Sneaky Peek ... beautiful Poppies

2011-10-25T10:00:00.000+01:00

I'm back with my second Sneaky Peek. Today, I'm showing you a stamp from the new Red Gingham range called 'Poppies'. It's absolutely gorgeous and is probably one of my favourites:

I crackled the background on a piece of mountboard and painted over it with some beautiful Silkies paint (which I won in a raffle!). Next, I stamped and embossed the image with black embossing powder. I painted over the flowers with the Silkies paint again to give depth to the colour.

Then, I aged the edge of the mountboard with Black Soot Distress Ink and highlighted it with Wow gold embossing powder.

I added silver eyelets with my Crop-a-dile and threaded some gorgeous black and white gingham ribbon through for the loop. Finally, I attached the calendar with two pieces of ribbon.

Hope you like it!

Remember to visit Little Claire's Blog for your chance to name and win the full set of Cutie Patootie stamps :)

Come back tomorrow for another Sneaky Peek!

Welcome Cuties ... and a competition to win them all!

2011-10-24T16:08:00.001+01:00

Hi folks,

Today, I am showing you the first Sneaky Peek of some fabulous new stamp sets from Little Claire. One of the sets is called Cutie Patootie and it features the most adorable girl and boy characters.

Here is a card I made with the little girl holding a flower:

As soon as I saw the stamps, I thought ... Distress Inks, swirls, shabby flowers ... et voila!!

Competition:

Little Claire is offering one lucky person the chance to win a complete set of all six of the ‘Cutie Patootie’ stamps – all you have to do is to leave us a comment on the Little Claire Blog and let us know what you think the characters should be called. On Monday 31 October we’ll pick out our favourite names and these will feature on the future packing for the stamp range.

Be sure to pop back tomorrow for another Sneaky Peek xx

Hello ... I'm back!!

2011-10-23T20:00:00.000+01:00

I haven't actually been anywhere ... just working and making lots of cards ready for several sets of new releases at Little Claires. Watch this space!

Here are some cards I can share with you. I used Sheena Wow Silver embossing powder and coloured with Promarkers and atyou Spica pens:

The photos don't really do them justice - they are much more sparkly in real life!

Make sure you check back here and on the Little Claire Blog every day next week for details of the new releases and a competition to win them all!

Enjoy your week - I know I will, it's half term - yippee! xx

Little Bear

2011-10-08T16:37:00.001+01:00

I love this stamp! It has so many uses and is great for children's and babies' cards. This time, I made a Christening card with it:

Papers - Pink Petticoat;

Image - Little Claire;

Embellishments- ribbon from stash; image coloured with Promarkers; Lacy Oval Nestabilities

Thanks for looking x

PS: This stamp is included in the prize for the current Little Claire challenge ... to enter, click here

More Ruffle Flower cards

2011-10-08T16:30:00.000+01:00

I made two identical cards with Ruffle Flower. One for my Mum and the other for my stash!

I stamped the flowers with the Big & Juicy Happy Birthday ink pad ...

... added a ribbon and a sentiment ...

... added pink and white nesting scallops and a flower on the inside...

... and added a different sentiment for the second card.

Enjoy your weekend x

Challenge 14 at Little Claires

2011-10-08T16:05:00.001+01:00

This month's challenge at Little Claire is 'Christmas' - a great way to kick-start your Christmas card making if you've not already started!

Here's my DT card:

I used Pointsettia cluster.

Pop over to the Little Claire Blog to have a look at the other gorgeous DT cards for inspiration :)

The prize this month is fantastic:

Little Bear stamp

Pretty Garden stamp
Pack of Back to Basics Christmas buttons
Pack of Fizzy Moon Festive Fun buttons
Pack of self adhesive gems
1m of red dotty ribbon
1m of green dotty ribbon
1m of blue dotty ribbon

Good luck and Have a nice weekend xx

Ever So Lovely

2011-10-04T20:40:00.000+01:00

There's another beautiful new stamp available from Little Claires. It's called 'Ever So Lovely' and it really is! This is one of my favourite LC stamp (till the next new one lol x)

Papers: Up, Up and Away

Sentiment: Die-Cut (both from Little Claire)

Image and white ribbon coloured with Promarkers

Papers: Hideaway

Sentiment: Die-Cut (both from Little Claire)

Image coloured with Promarkers; Card Candy added.

Hope you have a nice week xx

Sale!!

2011-10-04T20:33:00.000+01:00

If you like a bargain (tell me crafter who doesn't!!) pop over to Little Claire's where they are having a fantastic sale.

There are stamp sets from as little as £3.50 and cutting dies for £3.50 too! At those prices, they wont last long.

Also, Little Claire is now stocking 2 new Trimcraft paper pads - New Leaf and Isabelle - for just £6.50 for 64 sheets! Click HERE to take a peek.

Ruffle Flower

2011-10-02T20:11:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post:

Made using Ruffle Flower in the style of Amy Shaw - thanks for the inspiration Amy xx

4 down ... 46 to go!!!

2011-10-02T16:21:00.000+01:00

One month later than planned, I have finally started making my Xmas cards! Oh well, better late than never ...

I used Christmas Frames from the Cutting Cafe, a Papermania Christmas Tree embossing folder (free with magazine) and Coordinations Whitewash card. After sanding the card, I highlighted it with brilliance ink pads (Rocket Red Gold and Pearlescent Olive), coloured organza ribbon to match and added Stickles to the tree.

I'm off to make some crackle backgrounds for my next project now ... I'll share it later.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend xx

Christmas House - October Club stamp

2011-10-02T14:01:00.000+01:00

Here is the new October club set from Little Claires - it's called Christmas House and it is GORGEOUS :)

I have made 2 cards with it. The first is a gatefold card in a contemporary colour scheme.

I used Distress Ink for the sky and added Polar White Flower Soft for the snow:

The second card is a box card in traditional reds and greens:

The branch is a Marianne D die cut, I coloured the image and sentiment with Promarkers and added Glamour Dust for some extra sparkle:

This card is featured as one of the monthly projects sent out with the club stamp - yay!

Enjoy the rest of your weekend xx

Mega Give Away :)

2011-09-30T22:07:00.000+01:00

Wow, wow, wow!!! Just look at this fantastic blog candy from Charmed Cards and Crafts. It is worth an amazing £310 - what a fabby early Christmas pressie :) For your chance to win, click on the link above and follow the instuctions ... fingers crossed!

Have a lovely weekend and enjoy the sunshine xx

Workshop in Chorley

2011-09-26T20:04:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post to share some cards I made at Amy Shaw's workshop yesterday. We made cards in the morning and scrapbook pages in the afternoon. I had a lovely time meeting new people and trying new techniques. I've never ventured into scrapbooking so to say I was outside my comfort zone is an understatement!! However, Amy was always on hand to offer advice and I'm quite pleased with the results :) You'll have to wait to see the scrapbooking pages though, as I still have a couple of finishing touches to do.

Onto the cards now, they were all made using the Ruffled Bloom rubber stamp set by Stampendous and this set was free with the workshop - yay!!

Card One - corrugated kraft card, 3D flower (excuse the smudged Stickles - don't trust me with Stickles Amy!!):

Card Two - background and greeting stamped with Distress Inks, greeting mounted with 3D foam:

Card Three - stamped in a circle, using masks, to make a wreath:

Card Four - stamped with Memento inks, ribbon added:

Here is the stamp set:

Amy also had some crafty stash to buy on the day, so I just HAD to have a nosy! I was very controlled though and only bought what I REALLY needed!!!

Check out this cool water bag, it can double up as a pen/tool holder.

I'll be back to share the scrapbook pages as soon as they're finished :)

Have a lovely week xx

In the Garden

2011-09-16T20:17:00.000+01:00

This has got to be one of my favourite Little Claire stamps! It's so versatile and can be used for male or female cards.

Image: In the Garden (Little Claire)

Embellishments: flower die (Marianne D); Leaf die and Butterfly die (Little Claire); Card Candy; Nestablilities labels and circles

Design Paper: Craftwork Cards; black card from stash

Image coloured with Promarkers and atyou Spica pens

Have a lovely weekend, hope the weather is good where you are xx

Good Morning Robin!

2011-09-16T20:08:00.000+01:00

Where has the time gone? It's been a week since I posted on here but, rest assured, there's been plenty going on in the background! I've been working on some new designs by Red Gingham, available exclusively at Little Claires. They will be launched in November at the NEC - I cant wait as they are absolutely stunning :)

Here are some cards I made with the Good Morning Robin stamp:

I stamped this card with Cranberry Adirondack ink and dragged the colour in to shade the branches and other details. I also added colour and sparkle with atyou Spica pens.

I made the pointsettia a Marianne D die and glittered the edges with Glamour Dust. The sentiment circle is a die-cut.

I coloured the image with Promarkers, added sparkle with Glamour Dust and added gems and a Marianne D bauble.

Thanks for looking xx

Little Claire's New Challenge

2011-09-10T22:33:00.000+01:00

This month's challenge at Little Claire's is to follow a Black and White theme.

Here's my DT card:

I used Christmas Westie. He is sooo cute and easy to work with :) The sentiment is a die-cut available from Little Claire's here.

Take a look at the fab prize on offer:

Thanks for looking and have a fab weekend xx

Mikey

2011-09-03T21:47:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post to share a card I made last recently for a special someone's 14th birthday :)

Image: Mikey download - Charmed Cards and Crafts

Card: Whitewash Coordinations

Embellishments: Card Candy; guitar brad from stash

Image coloured with Promarkers

Background adhesive foil run through Swiss Dots embossing folder and coloured with alcohol inks

Enjoy the rest of your weekend xx

Claire's Owls

2011-09-02T16:34:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post to share a card I made for my hubyy for our 16th Wedding Anniversary.

It was made using Claire's Owls and die-cut sentiments; distress inks; Card Candy; ribbon and card from stash.

Thanks for looking

Louise xx

New Stamp Set from Little Claire :)

2011-09-01T11:52:00.000+01:00

Wow, the new September club stamp from Little Claire is so gorgeous! It's called Delivering Christmas Wishes and it has 3 images and 2 sentiments and I think it is excellent value for money. I really felt Christmassy make these sample cards ;)

Card 1:

Paper: Bearly Mine Christmas Dreams download

Card: Whitewash Coordinations

Embellishments: Marianne D snowflake; Fancy Tags Spellbinders; Card Candy

Image coloured with Promarkers

Card 2:

Papers: Pink Petticoat Large Snowflakes download; red card from stash

Embellishments: Spellbinders Fancy Tags; Marianne D snowflake; Swiss Dots Cuttlebug folder; Card Candy; ribbon and gems from stash.

Card 3:

Background card made with Cuttlebug Script embossing folder, Distress inks, Sheena Douglass Wow embossing powder;

Image stamped and coloured with Distress inks;

Embellishments: Nestabilities Labels and Scalloped circles; Card Candy.

Card 4:

Paper: Bearly Mine Christmas Dreams download;

Image coloured with Promarkers;

Embellishments: Nestabilities: Glamour Dust; Card Candy; flowers from stash.

There are some fabulous cards using this set from my other Teamies over on the Little Claire website, pop over and take a look!

Hugs

Louise x

Some more Paint Fusion ...

2011-08-26T17:11:00.000+01:00

Finally, I have had a couple of hours to do some more Paint Fusion! Yay :)

I die-cut some tags, painted, crackled and antiqued the background.

Then I stippled a background before stamping and painting the daisies. I also sprayed the tags with Gold Spray and Sparkle (hopefully this shows up in the photo below )

I'm quite pleased with how the tags turned out BUT I have a question for you:

What would you do with these tags?

Sell them as bookmarks, mount them onto cards, use them as gift tags???

Please be honest, I'm interested in what you think :)

Have a lovely Bank Holiday weekend xx

For Sale! .... and news of a Sale ...

2011-08-25T22:18:00.001+01:00

I am selling my trusty Wizard die-cutting machine. It is a couple of years old but still works perfectly. The cutting plates and embossing mat are included.

Any sensible offers considered :)

As this is a heavy item, it would be better to collect it (I live in Lancashire)

Have a nice Bank Holiday weekend xx

PS. Little Claire is having a sale of stamps that are being retired. Most of them are only £1.60!! Be quick though, they wont be around for long at that price!

Click here to go straight to the Sale page x

Quick, quick ... win this stamp!

2011-08-22T22:39:00.000+01:00

Do you want to win this fabulous stamp (RRP £3.50) ?

Pop over to Little Claire's BLOG and leave a comment.

Simples!

Hurry, though, you only have till 11.30 tomorrow morning.

Good Luck xx

Oh Christmas Tree!

2011-08-22T17:02:00.000+01:00

I used a fabulous new stamp from Red Gingham Designs, available exclusively from Little Claires.

The detail in the stamp is exquisite and a little highlighting using atyou Spica pens was enough to emphasise the pressies, leaves and stars.

Have a lovely week xx

Manger

2011-08-22T16:53:00.000+01:00

Another fabulous new stamp from Little Claire, simply embossed with Sheena Douglass Wow Embossing Powder and highlighted using atyou Spica pens.

Cold, Crisp Kisses

2011-08-19T15:09:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post to let you know about a fabulous new Christmas stamp by Red Gingham Designs, sold exclusively by Little Claires

I kept the colour schemes simple as the fabulous detail on the stamp speaks for itself. It really is exquisite - and a bargain at just £5.50

Have a nice weekend xx

Penguin Stuart

2011-08-18T16:25:00.000+01:00

I made this card using Penguin Stuart from Little Claires.

Base card made with Nesties;

Pointsettia made with Marianne D creatables;

Sentiment from Little Claire;

Coloured with Promarkers;

Glamour Dust added for sparkle.

Flying High!

2011-08-18T16:20:00.000+01:00

Made using free stamp from Craft Stamper magazine; handmade rainbow papers from stash; coloured with Promarkers; gems.

Has the world gone mad? Absolute bargain!!

2011-08-16T20:59:00.000+01:00

This bargain runs from now until 12pm tomorrow 17.08.11 and is a great offer as the customers save £5.00 from RRP.

'Let it Snow' heads off our Tuesday Bargain today:

This gorgeous elephant shielding his presents from the snow with his umbrella would be a super design to send to anyone

Today's bargain offer includes:

'Let it Snow' Stamp
4 Sheets 6 x 6 Dark Blue Bazzill Card
4 Sheets 6 x6 Bluebell Bazzill Card
4 Sheets 6 x 6 Snowflakes on Dark Blue Paper
4 Sheets 6 x 6 Dark Blue Gingham Paper
1 Sheet Christmas Greetings Stickers incl: 'Let it Snow' 'Have a wonderful Christmas' 'To someone very special this Christmas' 'Most wonderful time of the year' 'Peace' 'Joy' 'Love' 'Happy Christmas'
1 Sheet Sticker containing images of Reindeer, Snowman, Westie, Polar Bear & Cub, text & Snowflake borders
1 Sheet Sticker containing Polar Bear & Penguin, Snowman & Robin, Folk Snowman, Text, Holly Border & Bauble Border
1m Blue Gingham Ribbon
Asst. Blue 'Candi'
2 Sheets 24 assorted Die-Cut Greetings
1 Sheet 12 assorted Die-Cut Christmas Greetings
5 Mixed Blank Greeting Cards

WOW! - All this stash for you, for just £6.50! RRP: £11.50 You Save £5.00

This offer is available for ONE DAY ONLY valid from NOW until 12pm Wednesday 17 August 2011 or until stocks last.

www.littleclaire.co.uk Click on the SALE tab

Order online or call us: 0151 342 5715 or E: carol@littleclaire.co.uk

Inkydinkydelicious!

2011-08-15T22:04:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post to share a card I made last week for my hubby's friend.

I used this fabulous hummingbird stamp from Inkadinkadoo; an alcohol ink background ...

... added flying birds from a Tim Holtz set and finished with black Card Candy.

Can you spot what is hidden inside the bird?

Have a nice week xx

Clarity Workshop

2011-08-13T16:35:00.000+01:00

I had a fabulous time yesterday at Maria Simms' Claritystamp workshop in Preston. We made three totally different cards using the Butterfly Montage stamp and the stamp was included in the price - what a bonus!

First Card

Second Card

Third Card

After plying Maria with Tunnock's Teacakes (mmmm) she also showed me some basic techniques using the brayer. Here are my first attempts at brayering (is that a word?):

I am so pleased with my first attempts! Although it's not perfect, the reflection, sky with moon and dappled water turned out better than I expected.

And the Bouncing Brayer technique used for this background is so effective :)

I cant wait to do more brayering ... watch this space!!

New Challenge at Little Claires

2011-08-13T16:07:00.001+01:00

Look at these gorgeous goodies!

This is the prize for the winner of Little Claire's latest challenge - Wedding/Anniversary.

Here is my DT card:

I used Butterfly Tree and a Little Claire peel-off.

Pop over to the Little Claire Blog to see more beautiful examples from the DT.

Have a nice weekend xx

Little George

2011-08-09T16:15:00.000+01:00

Available exclusively from Little Claires

Coloured with Promarkers and atyou Spica pens

Red Gingham sentiment stamp: Little Claires

Ribbon, gems, corner punch from stash

The Robin and the Ivy

2011-08-09T16:11:00.000+01:00

New stamp by Red Gingham available exclusively at Little Claires

Sparkle added with Irridescent Spray & Shine (Crafters Companion)

Image coloured with Promarkers and atyou Spica pens

Sparkle added with Gold Spray and Shimmer (Crafters Companion)

Image coloured with Promarkers

Edges of die-cut and inside of baubles embossed with Sheena Douglass Wow powder

Oh Little Town of Bethlehem

2011-08-09T16:04:00.000+01:00

Bethlehem stamp available exclusively at Little Claires

Camellia

2011-08-09T16:00:00.000+01:00

Camellia Stamp: Little Claires

Coloured with Promarkers

Card: Coordinations

Papers: Pink Petticoat

Computer-generated sentiment

Embellishments: Card Candy

Lazy Days

2011-08-09T15:56:00.000+01:00

Lazy Days stamp and peel off: Little Claires

coloured with Promarkers

Embellishments: Card Candy; atyou Spica pens

Shep

2011-08-09T15:51:00.000+01:00

Shep stamp: Little Claires

Ink: Walnut Stain Distress Ink

Embellishments: Card Candy

Tissue Paper Flower

2011-08-09T15:49:00.000+01:00

Paper: Pink Petticoat

Scalloped Card: Little Claire

Ribbon and butterfly from stash

Sentiment: Cardcraft Plus

Flower: tissue paper (from stash) glittered with Crafters Companion Spray & Sparkle Irridescent

Little Claire's August Club stamp

2011-08-07T22:31:00.000+01:00

At last, another post!!!

I'm back from my holidays in France, we had a wonderful time and we just love Normandy. Cant wait to go again :)

Here are some pics of three cards featuring the new club set from Little Claire - it's called Rose Arbour.

Card 1

Papers: Vintage Rose, Pink Petticoat;

Embellishments: XCut heart and petal dies;

Image coloured with Promarkers.

Card 2

Papers: Up, Up and Away (available from Little Claire)

Image coloured with Promarkers

Embellishments: ribbon and rose from stash

Card 3

Papers from stash

Embellishments: XCut butterfly punch

Image coloured with Promarkers

I'm busy catching up with DT cards for Little Claire and will soon be able to share with you some wonderful new Xmas designs.

Have a nice week xx

Thank You!

2011-07-16T22:09:00.000+01:00

Made using 'Some Assembly Required' Alphabet from NitWit;

Paper from Pink Petticoat;

Hammer brad from stash;

MS Loop punch'

Barn Door Distress Ink

Party Cat!

2011-07-16T22:02:00.003+01:00

Just sharing a quick card I made for my son's friend.

Stamp: free with magazine

Coloured with Promarkers and atyou Spica pens

Embellishments: Card Candy

Thanks for looking x

Visit Little Claire at Doncaster ... and ... A Day with Little Claire

2011-07-15T21:44:00.000+01:00

Just to let you know the latest from Little Claire:
The next blog challenge starts tomorrow and the theme is 'Things with Wings'. Check out the fab prize above. To enter and take a peek at the fab DT projects click here.

Here's my entry:

Also, Little Claire will be at Doncaster 'Summer Crafting' this weekend; 16 & 17 July, where the lovely Donna will be demonstrating.
Finally, Little Claire is having a full day of crafting in the North West. A 'Day with Little Claire' will be held on the Wirral, Saturday 17 September, 9am - 5pm. There are 3 classes in one day, with all materials and refreshments provided. The cost is only £59.00 (discount applicable for club members).
If you're interested click here for details.

Have a lovely weekend xx

A fabulous new stamp set from Little Claire - Butterfly Tree

2011-07-09T21:31:00.000+01:00

I'm just loving this new set from Little Claire. It includes 7 stamps and 2 sentiments for just £8.99. Here are a few cards I made with it:

I used Botanics paper and Card Candy from Craftwork Cards, ribbon from stash and added sparkle with Crafters Companion Irridescent Spray.

I inked and stamped the background card with Distress Ink, then stamped the butterflies in an oval shape. For the topper, I stamped and embossed the butterflies with white embossing powder and coloured the background with Brilliance ink. I added Glamour Dust for extra sparkle.

Again, I used Botanics paper, coloured the image with a Promarker and atyou Spica pens and added a sentiment from Cuddly Buddly.

Thanks for looking and enjoy your weekend xx

Bag a Bargain!!

2011-07-08T22:49:00.000+01:00

Bag a bargain at Little Claire's - over £15 worth of products for just £8.50!!
Be quick though, this offer is only on this weekend - or until it's sold out.

Have a nice weekend xx

Congratulation Graduate 2011

2011-07-07T21:34:00.000+01:00

For a special person, who graduates next week!

Circle sentiment from The Cutting Cafe

Elegant Step Card from Little Claire

Card Candy from Craftwork Cards

Image coloured with atyou Spica pens and Promarkers

Ribbon from stash

Hedgehogs in July!

2011-07-04T16:32:00.000+01:00

Here is the new club set from Little Claire's. It includes 3 images and a circular sentiment.

For my first card, I used all of the stamps to create a garden scene ...

... and cut a slot to make a penny slider card.

This stamp set is so versatile. It can be used for many different card styles.

For my second card, I stamped the image with Distress inks and also made a backing paper by stamping the flowers all over with Versafine, heat embossing with clear embossing powder and colouring the background with the Distress ink.

I distressed watercolour card for the background with Distress inks and water, stamped a swirl (Little Claire) in Distress ink and Versamark and embossed it with Sheena Douglass Wow powder.

Finally, I embossed the edges with Sheea Douglass Wow powder. I love the sparkly look this powder adds :)

Thanks for looking and have a nice week xx

21st

2011-06-27T22:51:00.000+01:00

Made using stamp free with Craft Stamper magazine. Stamped onto photopaper with Archival ink and coloured with a pink Promarker.

Name plaque was cut with Spellbinders Fancy Tags.

Background papers are from Pink Petticoat and mounted onto grey Bazzill.

Thanks for looking x

16th Birthday

2011-06-27T22:46:00.000+01:00

Made using a template from Splitcoast stampers

Papers from Pink Petticoat, name plaque cut with Spellbinders Fancy Tags.

Thanks for looking x

Paint Fusion Daisies

2011-06-27T22:37:00.000+01:00

I have made a couple of cards and decorated some candles to match using the Sheena Douglass Daisy stamp. The background papers are from Pink Petticoat and the border was cut with an MS punch.

I coloured the Daisy with Promarkers and added gems to the DP.

I painted the Daisies on the candles with a dark blue background (hopefully to match the blue theme on the cards)

Have a nice week xx

Father's Day

2011-06-27T22:29:00.000+01:00

Just a quick post!

The first card is a penny slider card (thanks for the video, Steve!) and I've used the Motorbike stamp and the signpost from the Great Outdoors set from Little Claires:

For the second card I have used a sentiment from the Room With a View - Garage set:

Thanks for looking x

A Collection of Monochrome Cards

2011-06-12T17:58:00.000+01:00

Here is a cute collection of monochrome cards I made using my favourite Little Claire stamps. All the images have been highlighted with a grey Promarker and Glamour Dust.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend xx

Sneaky Peek!

2011-06-11T12:32:00.000+01:00

Here is a sneaky peek of my DT card for the new challenge over at Little Claire's Designs. The new challenge starts later today and the theme is Cards for Men - great timing with Father's Day being only a week away :)

I used The Great Outdoors stamp from Little Claire's. The image is coloured with Promarkers and the background card is stamped with the Compass image from the set with Distress ink.

I distressed the embossed card with Distress ink and attached the images with 3D foam for extra dimension.

Click here to visit Little Claire's Blog.

Have a lovely weekend xx

Paint Fusion workshop

2011-06-03T20:39:00.000+01:00

On Saturday I went to a Paint Fusion workshop with the lovely Sheena Douglass. It was a lovely day, filled with laughter, coffee, messy fingers and cake!

I'm so pleased with the results as I never thought I would be able to produce projects that look this good :)

My first project was a tag - I learnt how to make the crackle background and age it with distress inks ...

... and then it was on to the stamping and painting! I finished off the tag by embossing each of the sides with Sheena's Wow powder - it really is extremely sparkly!

Next, I made a topper using an embossed bouquet stamp. I learnt how to build up the background colours and how to paint the leaves and make the pretty pastel flowers:

After lunch, I decorated a piece of pre-crackled mountboard with the Sheena's Daisy stamp. This can now be used as a card topper or even a fridge magnet!

My final project was to decorate a candle. I didn't even know you could stamp straight onto candles!

I loved the textured look of the paint on the candle:

This will make a fabulous Christmas/birthday present ... I will definitely be decorating more candles - in fact, I just bought some today!!

Have a lovely weekend and I hope the sun shines for you :)

Fairy Dreams

2011-06-03T20:13:00.000+01:00

Stamps: Fairy Dreams; Claire's Sentiments, and

Papers: Hideaway, both from Little Claire's Designs;

Images coloured with Promarkers;

Embellishment: Glamour Dust; gems; Sakura white gel pen

Fairy Dreams available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=732

Claire's Sentiments available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=1475

Dream a little dream

2011-06-03T20:08:00.000+01:00

Stamps: Dream a little dream; Claire's Sentiments;

and Papers: Hideaway - both from Little Claire's Designs;

Images coloured with Promarkers;

Embellishments: butterfly (from Little Claire's Swirl cutting die); Circle and Scalloped Circle Nestabilities.

Dream a little dream available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=585

Claire's Sentiments available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=1475

Daisy Pitcher

2011-06-03T19:56:00.000+01:00

Stamps: Daisy Pitcher and Claire's Sentiments;

Images: coloured with promarkers;

Papers: Bazzill and free from magazine;

Embellishments: Card Candy; Circle and Scallop Circle Nestabilities.

Daisy Pitcher available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=1521

Claire's Sentiments available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=1475

Blissful

2011-06-03T19:49:00.000+01:00

Stamp: 'Blissful'; and

Papers: Hidaway, both from Little Claire's Designs;

Embellishments: Marianne D; Card Candy; Sakura white gel pen;

Card blank: cut with Nestabilities Labels 8

Image coloured with Promarkers

Stamp available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=584

Gorgeous Gerberas!!

2011-06-01T10:58:00.013+01:00

Here is the June club set for Little Claire's Designs - it's called Gerbera Set and it's gorgeous:

The set includes a large Gerbera flower, a group of smaller gerberas and two sentiments.

I kept the first card simple: I shaded the petals with a pink Promarker and kept to a simple pink and white colour scheme.

For my second card, I used Alcohol inks to create the background and to colour the flower.

I used the Swirl cutting die from Little Claire's Designs to create the stem and butterflies ...

and added Glamour Dust for a touch of sparkle!

You can find the set at the link below:

www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=1526

Enjoy your week xx

Happy Holidays!

2011-05-27T22:18:00.004+01:00

Just a quick post to share a couple of cards I made using a fab stamp from Little Claire's Designs - Happy Holidays:

The funky background papers and Road Trip Bingo Card are from The Cutting Cafe.

I coloured the images with Promarkers and added Card Candy - simples!

Cant wait for tomorrow - I'm off to a Paint Fusion workshop with Sheena Douglass, yippee!!

Have a nice weekend xx

The 'Happy Holidays' stamp set can be found here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/productdetails.asp?ID=524

The 'It's Road Trip Time Again' cutting file can be found here:

http://thecuttingcafe.typepad.com/the_cutting_cafe/2011/05/its-road-time-againprintable-stamp-set.html

Good Things

2011-05-26T20:12:00.005+01:00

Another fabulous new release from Little Claire's Designs - it's called 'Good Things' and it has a fabulous sentiment - May your day be brimming with good things x

Card 1:

Papers: Me and My Big Ideas

Image: coloured with PromarkersEmbellishments: Roses, Butterfly & Leaves cutting dies (Little Claire's Designs); Square & Scalloped Square Nestabilities.

Card 2:
Papers: Hideaway - Little Claire's Designs
Image: coloured with Promarkers
Embellishments: Rose die; Nestabilities Labels 2; Swirl - Marianne D; Card Candy

Card 3:
Paper: Up, Up and Away - Little Claire's Designs;
Image: coloured with Promarkers;

Embellies: flowers & brad from stash

Sentiment: from Claire's Fleurs stamp set - Little Claire's Designs;

Scalloped circle Nestabilities.

All these fabulous stamp sets are available here:

http://www.littleclaire.co.uk/index.asp?category=2

Enjoy the rest of your week x

Daisy Pitcher

2011-05-26T19:52:00.003+01:00

Here is a brand new release called 'Daisy Pitcher' from Little Claire's Designs:

I used Cosmic shimmer mists and heat embossing to create the background paper and to colour the image. The picture doesn't really do it justice - it doesn't show the sparkle :(

Nearly Friday, yayy!

Competition at Little Claire's Designs

2011-05-23T17:11:00.002+01:00

Just a quick post to let you know that Little Claire's Designs are having a competition.

All you have to do is:

Visit the Little Claire Blog and simply comment on your two favourite cards. You could win the two stamps (sets) that your favourite cards are made with!

All comments must be received by Thursday 26 May (1 comment p/person) and the winner will be drawn at random. The winner's name will be published on the Little Claire Blog from the list of entrants.

http://littleclairesdesigns.blogspot.com/2011/05/win-prize.html

Why not give it a go - you could win 2 fabulous stamp sets!