December 2023 – Crafting with Ashee

How to Make a Ginger Cat Magnetic Bookmark

How to Make a Ginger Cat Magnetic Bookmark – Fluffiest of Friends – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love to read, do you? I know we have digital books but there is something special about real books. Nothing can beat it. I do admit I will buy fiction books digitally but never nonfiction. It’s just too hard to keep referencing back to previous pages digitally.

Making your own bookmarks is so easy and why not have something pretty to keep your page? This bookmark is a magnetic one. I bought the magnet pairs online a few years ago and still have tons left.

The inspiration for this project is the neighbourhood ginger cat. I don’t know where his home is but he loves to sunbath either in my drive or garden.

measurements

Orchid Oasis Cardstock – 6″ X 2 1/4″, scored at 3″.
Stary Sky Designer Series Paper – 2 3/4″ X 2″

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. You can find my Basic Craft Products that I regularly use here.

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Orchid Oasis A4 Cardstock £9.50	2022–2024 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75	Fluffiest Friends Bundle £51.25	Warm Welcome Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £22.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £6.25
Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack £9.50	Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack £9.50	Melon Mambo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack £9.50	Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack £9.50	Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack £9.50

You can follow me on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. I also have a Facebook Group where we share crafty projects and chat about all things crafty. I would love you to join and share your creation with us.

I’ve run an online card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make three cards and a 3D project each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Let’s Go Crackers – Make this Cute Mini Cracker – Easy Make

Let’s Go Crackers – Make this Cute Mini Cracker – Easy Make – Merry & Bright – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

Who doesn’t like a Christmas cracker? I’ve been making my own crackers for years. These mini crackers are perfect to use as a nameplate for Sunday lunch. They would look good as Christmas Decor items, possibly wired into some garlands across the mantle piece.

They are die-cut using the Cracker and Treabox dies. Last year I showed a couple of ways to make up these crackers and a box to store them in. You can find the links below.

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Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Regals 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75	Cracker & Treat Box Dies £34.00	Merry & Bright Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £19.00
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Real Red & Garden Green 3/8" (1 Cm) Ribbon Combo Pack £7.00	Faceted Gems Trio Pack £7.00

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Christmas Goody Bag – How to Make a Candy Cane Pouch

Christmas Goody Bag – How to Make a Candy Cane Pouch – Joy to You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

Every year I make candy cane pouches. This is what I came up with this year. I keep these in the house around December to give to visitors. You could also add a ribbon and hang them on the Christmas Tree.

These are easy to make in bulk as they are just little pockets. I’ve used a punch to add decorative detail to the opening. Do you like candy canes? If so what is your favourite flavour? Let me know in the comments below.

measurements

Beary Christmas Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 10″ X 4″ scored as follows:
- 1/2″ on either side on the 4″ side.
- 5″ on the 10″ side

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Silver & Gold 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper £6.75	Beary Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75	Handmade Tag Punch £21.00
Joy To You Cling Stamp Set (English) £23.00	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Tinsel Gems Four Pack £7.50

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Use – Merriest Trees Dies to Make Christmas Tags

How to Use – Merriest Trees Dies to Make Christmas Tags – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I made two versions of this Christmas Tree Tag. The one above is using only the dies. I cut the tree shape from the “A Walk in the Forest” designer series paper (DSP). I used a white pen to highlight the lights, which helped to bring the whole piece together.

Version 2

The tag below is stamped in Garden Green ink with white heat embossing to create the effect of snow. I kept to the primary colours, Real Red, Daffodil Delight and Azure Afternoon (blue) for my baubles. Don’t they look cute?

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Real Red A4 Card Stock £9.50	Azure Afternoon A4 Cardstock £9.50	Daffodil Delight A4 Card Stock £9.50	Silver & Gold 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper £6.75	Merriest Trees Bundle (English) £53.00
Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Azure Afternoon Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Versamark Pad £9.00
2022–2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack £14.00	Adhesive Backed Star Trinkets £7.50	Basics Embossing Powders £17.00

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Make a Christmas Gift Box with a Window Side Panel

How to Make a Christmas Gift Box with a Window Side Panel – Celebrate with Tags – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

This cute gift box holds three little votive candles. The side panel is see-through. The window sheet is very sturdy and works well as the side panel. I didn’t use a die to create the window. I measured and cut the window using a ruler and craft knife. You don’t need lots of fancy tools to make something stunning.

I’ve made this little box using two different designer series paper packs. The top one is the Oxidized Copper paper and the bottom one is Snowflake Magic. They are both speciality paper and have lots of shine and sparkle to them. Which do you prefer?

measurements

Base – Cardstock – 9 1/4″ X 5 3/4″, scored at 2″ on all sides
Lid – Cardstock – 7 5/16″ X 3 13/16″, scored at 1″ on all sides
Copper Oxidized / Snowflake Magic DSP:
- 5″ X 1 1/2″ X 1 piece
- 5″ X 3/4″ X 2 pieces
- 1 1/2″ X 3/4″ X 2 pieces

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Window Sheets £4.75	Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock £9.50	Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock £9.50	Oxidized Copper 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper £7.50	Snowflake Magic 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper £9.50
Modern Oval Punch £21.00	Celebrate With Tags Cling Stamp Set (English) £22.00	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50	Faceted Gems Trio Pack £7.00	Lost Lagoon ¼" (6.4 Mm) Bordered Ribbon £7.50

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How I Made a Fun Shaker Light Bulb Christmas Card

How I Made a Fun Shaker Light Bulb Christmas Card – Merry & Bright – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

I do love a shaker card. I’ve made quite a few this year. This card features the Merry & Bright bundle. The back panel is just one shaker window but of course, you see three separate shaker windows on the front.

The sequin mix is from stash. I am trying to use what I have and these colours match the card perfectly. The card front is hand-stamped. I love it, so colourful and bright.

measurements

Real Red / Shaded Spruce Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

How I Made a Fun Shaker Light Bulb Christmas Card - Merry & Bright - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK — How I Made a Fun Shaker Light Bulb Christmas Card – Merry & Bright – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Shaded Spruce A4 Cardstock £9.50	Real Red A4 Card Stock £9.50	Silver & Gold 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper £6.75	Merry & Bright Bundle (English) £45.00	Azure Afternoon Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50
Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50	Window Sheets £4.75	Real Red & Garden Green 3/8″ (1 Cm) Ribbon Combo Pack £7.00

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Make a Christmas Basket – Great Table Favour

Make a Christmas Basket – Great Table Favour – Beary Cute – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

This Christmas basket holds a good amount of chocolate coins. What a great little goody bag or table favour. I am making more this year for Christmas.

I’ve made this basket using two different designer series paper (DSP). One is the Merry, Bold & Bright and the second is Beary Christmas. Which do you prefer? Let me know in the comments below.

measurements

Misty Moonlight Cardstock – 7″ X 6″ scored on all sides at 2″
Beary Christmas / Merry, Bold & Bright DSP:
- 2 3/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 2 pieces
- 1 3/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 2 pieces

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Granny Apple Green A4 Cardstock £9.50	Misty Moonlight A4 Cardstock £9.50	Beary Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75	Merry Bold & Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75
Beary Cute Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £24.00	Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs £6.75

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Make a Shaker Christmas Ornament

How to Make a Shaker Christmas Ornament – Merry & Bright – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I’ve used the Deckled Circle dies to create this lovely circle shaker ornament. I’m really pleased with how it turned out. Do you like it?

The Beary Cute punch punches out the bears in the “A Walk in the Forest” designer series paper (DSP). The Merriest Trees dies also cut the trees from the same DSP. I’ve used both here to create my scene in the ornament.

I will admit the silver and gold sequins in the shaker are from my stash so I can link to where I got them. I’m sure you have some in your stash too, that you can use.

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock £9.50	A Walk In The Forest 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.75	Silver & Gold 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper £6.75
Window Sheets £4.75	Beary Cute Punch £21.00	Deckled Circles Dies £35.00
Merry & Bright Bundle (English) £45.00	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad £8.50	Iridescent Shaker Circles £6.75

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Use Heat Embossing to Help You Watercolour

How to Use Heat Embossing to Help You Watercolour – Berry Harvest – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

The Berry Harvest stamp is a large background stamp. When I saw this one I knew I wanted to watercolour the image. I’ve heat-embossed the image with gold embossing powder. Heating embossing the image makes water colouring easy as the embossing helps you stay in the lines.

For my watercolouring, I used a water painter and my ink pads. Quick, easy and lots of fun. I do painting and colouring, do you?

measurements

Berry Burst / Real Red Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
Fluid 100 Watercolour paper – Half a sheet.
Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Berry Burst A4 Cardstock £9.50	Garden Green A4 Card Stock £9.50	Real Red A4 Card Stock £9.50	Double Oval Punch £21.00
Berry Harvest Cling Stamp Set £19.00	Sparkling Snowflakes Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £19.00	Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50
Versamark Pad £9.00	Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad £8.50	Water Painters £13.00	Metallics Embossing Powders £17.00

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Have a Look!! Merry & Bright Set- Christmas Bulb Card

Have a Look!! Merry & Bright Set- Christmas Bulb Card – Joy To You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love all the different layering pieces to make these gorgeous Christmas lights. The Christmas light bulb is stamped in Real Red, Garden Green and Daffodil Delight. I’ve added extra layering details with the gorgeous silver glimmer paper. The best part of the glimmer paper is that it doesn’t shed glitter everywhere.

I have a question to ask, do you prefer white or coloured lights on the tree? I love the coloured ones more. They are much more cheerful. Let me know your answer in the comments below.

measurements

Starry Sky Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm x 2 pieces

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084] £8.50	Starry Sky A4 Cardstock [159264] £9.50	Silver & Gold 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper [162288] £6.75
Merry & Bright Bundle (English) [161951] £45.00	Christmas Tidings Embossing Folder [162115] £8.00	Joy To You Cling Stamp Set (English) [162090] £23.00
Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad [147089] £8.50	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [147094] £8.50	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110] £8.50

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Month: December 2023

How to Make a Ginger Cat Magnetic Bookmark

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Let’s Go Crackers – Make this Cute Mini Cracker – Easy Make

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Christmas Goody Bag – How to Make a Candy Cane Pouch

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How to Use – Merriest Trees Dies to Make Christmas Tags

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How to Make a Christmas Gift Box with a Window Side Panel

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How I Made a Fun Shaker Light Bulb Christmas Card

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Make a Christmas Basket – Great Table Favour

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How to Make a Shaker Christmas Ornament

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How to Use Heat Embossing to Help You Watercolour

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Have a Look!! Merry & Bright Set- Christmas Bulb Card

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