the Sugar Bowl

I've made these two cards using the sketch from The Sugar Bowl challenge.

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Friday Sketchers

I made this card (last week) for the Friday Sketchers challenge, just hope it's not too late!
made using Stampin' Up Forest Friends stamps,

French Flair

Stamps used: french flair, SU. Inks used: versamark & wild wasabi SU Colouring method: brayered over stamped image in versamark Other Embellishments: ribbon

Sketch Saturday

After seeing the sketch on this weeks Sketch Saturday challenge, I just had to have a go, although I think I have done it around the wrong way!! I couldn't wait to start using my new stamps from Stampin' Up, and these cards are what I came up with. I've started to make 2 of each card now - so that when I use one, I still have one to keep! (How sad am I!!?)
Stampers 5 Club...
I'm making a last ditch attempt to keep my demonstrator status... so here goes... If you would like to join my Stampers 5 club, I am hoping to get 5 people to each spend £30 (plus postage) per month for 5 months, and then in return for this commitment, you will each take in turns to one month receive the hostess gift of a free stamp set plus £15 of free Stampin' Up items.
If you'd like to join this, please email me - jennyraynor@tiscali.co.uk (put Stampin' Up in the title line). If I don't get enough people interested then I'll just give it up!! Aaaah! so please take pity on me!!!

Wedding card

Basic Grey challenge - sketch

I've made this card for this weeks BasicGrey Challenge which this week is a sketch. I used the technique that I learnt from the paper piecing challenge a few weeks ago!
Stamps used: Golden Oldies, SU Inks used: stazon brown Colouring method: paper piecing Cardstock used: basicgrey

2 cards, 4 challenges

Here are two cards that I've made today for various challenges - the first card has been made using the sketch from Sketch Saturday and the challenge from Penny Black Saturday Challenge which is men/boys, and the second card is a card that I've made for my husband as it's our wedding anniversary tomorrow. I've used the sketch from Cupcake Craft Challenges and the challenge from ABC Challenge which this week is D for Distress - I've used distress inks! Now I've got to rush out...
Stamps used: Seaside (SU), A Beautiful Thing (SU) Inks used: distress inks, Colouring method: SU markers Cardstock used: SU textured cardstock and SU naturals ivory Other Embellishments: twill tape Tools: star punch

Secret Crafter

I've made this card for this weeks sketch over on Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge. I used Prehistoric Pals which is a great old stamp set from SU. Oh, and here's a pic of our sunflowers too!!
Stamps used: Prehistoric Pals, Just Rite, Inks used: Soft Suede, Basic Grey, Aubergine (SU)

nestabilities storage - magnetic knife racks!

here's a pic of my newly extended nestabilities storage!! and new punch storage!!

and does anyone have any storage ideas for storing the stampin up stamps??

Forever Friends

Here's a treat bag that I've made for the Forever Friends challenge. This week is "something for a sweet", so I've used some shrinkplastic to make the tag on this gift bag. Also, here's a card made using a new stamp set that I just love! It's called Trendy Trees, from Stampin Up.

Basic Grey challenge - paper piecing

After taking a look at this weeks challenge over on BasicGrey Challenges, I looked at the DT cards, thinking - they've not done any paper piercing, I was a bit confused, until I went back to the title and saw that it said paper "piecing" not piercing!! I had a chuckle to myself, then went off to my craft room. After having a good sort out, came up with this card. I really enjoyed making it - what a great technique, I'm definitely going to have to try this again!!!
Stamps used: Stampin Up, Colouring method: paper piecing! Cardstock used: Basicgrey Other Embellishments: BG buttons, sizzix dies

Penny Black Saturday Challenge

I've made this card for the Penny Black Saturday Challenge which this week is to use brown, cream and purple. I've used a new stamp, and coloured it using distress inks. The purple hasn't shown up in the photo very well, but it's definitely there!!

Nintendo DS Pen stretchy beaded cord

Do your kids keep losing their nintendo pens?? I have a solution - check this out, for more info, click on the Devon Maid link in the side bar... or email devon-maid@hotmail.co.uk for purchasing info...

Just Magnolia

my first easel card! and it's been made for the Just Magnolia challenge this week which is to use a sentiment.

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Wedding cake with wire and beads

I just wanted to share this photo of a wedding cake that I decorated with wire and beads!

Forever Friends Bag Charm

I've made this bag charm using shrink plastic for the Forever Friends challenge which is Not a card, but use a charm!
Hope you like!
Stamps used: Forever friends, Inks used: stazon, Colouring method: pencils

Friday Sketchers

Here's another card made for the Friday Sketchers challenge.
Stamps used: Loads of Love (and accessories - SU) Inks used: ruby red, black stazon, Colouring method: SU markers, Cardstock used: BasicGray Other Embellishments: buttons, thread

Sketch Saturday

and here's another baby card, made using the sketch from Sketch Saturday. I'm loving personalising these baby cards with my Just Rite stamps!
Stamps used: penny black & Just Rite, Inks used: stazon, Colouring method: prismacolor & sansodor, Other Embellishments: ribbon, button

Penny Black & Friday Sketchers

I have so many new baby cards to make, and here's my first one this week - I made it using the inspiration from Penny Black Saturday Challenge which is to use 1 circle, 2 papers and 3 flowers, along with the sketch from Friday Sketchers. I used my Just Rite stamps - so pleased with these!!
Stamps used: Penny Black, Inks used: stazon black, Colouring method: prismacolor pencils and sansodor
Other Embellishments: raffia and gems, Tools: flower punch

Just to let you know, the latest offer coming from Stampin Up is a 20% discount on all 2-step stampin sets. This offer is valid for the month of August. Click on the link in the side bar for more info. If you are interested in ordering any Stampin' Up supplies, please contact me - jennyraynor@tiscali.co.uk or tel. 07748 842204.

Lots To Do

I've made this card using the inspiration from the Lots To Do Challenge using my Penny Black zoophabet stamps - love these ones!!

Sweet Stampin

I had to make a thank you card for my son to give to his teacher, so I thought I'd use the Bunting inspiration over on Sweet Stampin', so here it is, hope you like!!
Stamps used: Loads of Love (SU)
Inks used: stazon
Colouring method: Stampin' Up Markers
Other Embellishments: SU thread & UTEE, sizzix alphabet