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How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box

How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box – Joy to You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box - Joy to You - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box – Joy to You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I have this great-sized gift box to share with you today. This box will hold a set of A6 cards and envelopes. What a great Christmas gift.

This is a simple box to make. It measures 6 3/4″ X 5″ and is 2″ deep. I’ve made the box into different colour combinations. Which one do you like best? Let me know in the comments below.

The sentiment for here is stamped in Real Red / Blueberry Bushel Ink. This is dried and the sentiment is restamped using Versamark ink and embossed with clear embossing powder. This is a great trick if you don’t have a ton of different coloured embossing powders.

How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box - Joy to You - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Greeting Card Storage Box – Joy to You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Shaded Spruce / Balmy Blue Cardstock – 10 3/4″ X 9″ scored at 2″ on all sides
  • Real Red Cardstock / Blueberry Bushel Cardstock – 7 1/16″ X 8 13/16″ scored at 1″ on all sides
  • Merry Bold & Bright Designer Series Paper – 5 3/4″ X 4″

You can find my Basic Craft Products that I regularly here.

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

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.

New Ideas for Heat Embossing – Christmas Card

New Ideas for Heat Embossing – Christmas Card – More Wishes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

New Ideas for Heat Embossing - Christmas Card - More Wishes - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
New Ideas for Heat Embossing – Christmas Card – More Wishes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Most of the time we heat emboss on plain cardstock and more often than not on white cardstock. Here I’ve heat embossed on designer series paper (DSP). It really works well. The one thing to remember is to choose a colour of embossing powder that will really pop against your background. Here the white really pops against the dark background.

I’ve added mini embellishments here, letting the heat-embossed sentiment be the star of the show. The stamp set is More Wishes and is a Christmas version of Biggest Wish from the main catalogue. These sets are firm favourites of mine. I adore the big, bold font.

measurements

  • Cherry Cobbler 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
  • A Walk in the Forest DSP – 13.85cm X 9.5cm

You can find my Basic Craft Products that I regularly here.

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

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.

Trucking Along – Easy Build a Scene Christmas Card

Trucking Along – Easy Build a Scene Christmas Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Trucking Along - Easy Build a Scene Christmas Card - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Trucking Along – Easy Build a Scene Christmas Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I’m back today with another Christmas card. This one uses the Trucking Along bundle. This is an online exclusive, so you won’t find it in the catalogue. I’ve used it before to make a birthday card.

I do love this little truck and the matching punch. The stamp set really does lend itself to building a scene. These are some of my favourite card styles. You are painting a scene with stamps. The stamp set is a two-step stamping set, giving you the option to colour the images yourself or use the extra stamps to add colour.

measurements

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

You can find my Basic Craft Products that I regularly here.

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

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.

Merriest Trees Bundle – One Idea For You

Merriest Trees Bundle – One Idea For You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

Merriest Trees Bundle - One Idea For You - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
Merriest Trees Bundle – One Idea For You – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

I do love my Christmas crafting. Today I have this Christmas Tree Christmas card to share with you. The Merriest Trees bundle is one of my favourite bundles from the new Autumn / Winter Stampin’ Up catalogue. It inspires and you will be seeing many projects made using this set in the coming months.

If you want a copy of the Autumn / Winter catalogue click here to request one.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card base. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Beary Christmas Designer Series Paper – 14.35cm X 10cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.

Ombre Stamping – Make a Simple Birthday Card

Ombre Stamping – Make a Simple Birthday Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

Ombre Stamping - Make a Simple Birthday Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
Ombre Stamping – Make a Simple Birthday Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

I am resisting the Ombre technique. This allows you to merge two similar tones of colour on one image. It looks great and the best part is, that it’s very easy to achieve.

You can use a sponge dauber, blending brush or piece of sponge to achieve this effect. I stamped my image, which is my birthday sentiment in one lightest colour. In this example that is Flirty Flamingo. I then inked up the bottom part of the image with the darker colour and restamped it.

Ombre Stamping - Make a Simple Birthday Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
Ombre Stamping – Make a Simple Birthday Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Calypso Coral / Lost Lagoon cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper – 13.85cm X 5.5cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

Bough Punch

[157711]
£21.00

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.

Abundant Beauty – How to Use the Layering Masks

Abundant Beauty – How to Use the Layering Masks – Wanted to Say Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Abundant Beauty - How to Use the Layering Masks - Wanted to Say Dies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Abundant Beauty – How to Use the Layering Masks – Wanted to Say Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love using layering stencils, they make a card so easily. Layering stencils also allow you to create extra depth and dimension. You can layer simple colours for even greater interest.

I normally use Basic White cardstock but I decided to change things up this time and use Crumb Cake. This is the first time I’ve done this and I am so happy with the effect. Do you stencil on coloured cardstock?

measurements

  • Early Espresso Cardstock – A6 Card Base. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Crumb Cake Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Very Vanilla Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.

Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year

Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

Yes, I’ve started my Christmas Crafting. This is my first Christmas card this year. I love the Beary Christmas suite of products from Stampin’ Up! There is a stamp set, matching bear punch, paper, embossing folder, embellishments and Memory & More cards. So many lovely products that all match. I really want you to use this suite to make my Christmas mini-album this year. Do you like it as well?

This card design is very simple and showcases the gorgeous paper. There is a little flap in one corner that has a hidden message and image. It stays closed with a magnet.

Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
Have Yourself a Beary Christmas This Year – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Misty Moonlight Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Beary Christmas:
    • 14.35cm X 10cm X 1 piece
    • 6cm X 4cm X 2 pieces
  • Misty Moonlight Cardstock – 9cm X 6.5cm scored at 4.5cm
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.

Make a Floral Thank You Card – Paper Florist

Make a Floral Thank You Card – Paper Florist – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

Make a Floral Thank You Card - Paper Florist - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln UK
Make a Floral Thank You Card – Paper Florist – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

I missed the Paper Florist die set in the catalogue when I first looked. I saw a project made by a fellow demonstrator and then of course I had to have it. It is an amazing die set. There are so many different flower dies and you can use them in any combination to create a variety of flowers.

We made this card in card club recently and I loved choosing which flower combinations to use. You can make them in any colour variation you like. The world is your oyster with this flower set. Can you tell that I’ve fallen in love with it?

Make a Floral Thank You Card - Paper Florist - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln UK
Make a Floral Thank You Card – Paper Florist – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Granny Apple Green Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.

Trucking Along – Make an Easy Child’s Birthday Card

Trucking Along – Make an Easy Child’s Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Trucking Along - Make an Easy Child's Birthday Card - Sweetest Cherries - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Trucking Along – Make an Easy Child’s Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love the Trucking Along punch. Firstly I love any punch and secondly, it’s a truck punch!! My granny always drove a pickup truck. I loved riding around in the back of the truck. Such good memories!!

These trucks have been paper pieced together from designer series paper and cardstock. It is a great way to use up your scraps as you don’t need much to make each truck. I’ve added some highlights with a white gel pen to help the image pop.

Trucking Along - Make an Easy Child's Birthday Card - Sweetest Cherries - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Trucking Along – Make an Easy Child’s Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Basic Grey 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
    • 7cm X 4cm X 3 pieces
  • Matching cardstock to the truck – 7.5cm X 4.5cm

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.

How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box – Pizza Box Style!!

How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box – Pizza Box Style!! – Pansy Patch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box - Pizza Box Style!! - Pansy Patch - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box – Pizza Box Style!! – Pansy Patch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

This cute little box opens just like a pizza box. It is super easy to make and a great size. The one above is made using Misty Moonlight cardstock and the Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (DSP).

I’ve made another in Basic Black using the Zoo Crew DSP. I love the contrast between the black card and the white paper. So Striking! Which colour way do you like best?

How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box - Pizza Box Style!! - Pansy Patch - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Deep Rectangle Box – Pizza Box Style!! – Pansy Patch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

The belly band is really slim as used only one sheet of cardstock to make the box and embellishments.

Measurements

  • Misty Moonlight / Basic Black Cardstock – 10″ X 8″ scored as follows:
    • On the 10″ side at 2″, 4″, 6″, 8″
    • On the 8″ side at 2″ from either end
  • Countryside Inn / Zoo Crew DSP – 3 3/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 3 pieces, 1 3/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 2 pieces
  • Misty Moonlight / Basic Black Cardstock – 1/4″ X 11 3/4″

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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.