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Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook

Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook - Go to Greetings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

I love pretty notebooks, who doesn’t? I don’t end up using them all but I still love all the pretty patterns. Today I’ve decided to make my own. I bought a cheap notebook and made this pretty cover. Hopefully, now I will use it!!

I made this notebook in two different colour variations. Which do you prefer the Night of Navy or the Copper Clay?

Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook - Go to Greetings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Pretty Cover for a Notebook – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Night of Navy / Copper Clay Cardstock – 9″ X 6″ scored at 4 1/4″ from either end on the longer side
  • Countryside Inn / Copper Clay Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 5 3/4″ X 4″

other projects

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

Simply Scored

[122334]
£34.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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 Multi-Layer Birthday Card

Make a Multi-Layer Birthday Card – Petal Park – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Multi-Layer Birthday Card - Petal Park - Go to Greetings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Multi-Layer Birthday Card – Petal Park – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I’m really pleased with how this card turned out. I do love pink and blue together. Do you like them as a combination? The colours here are Melon Mambo and Azure Afternoon. Azure Afternoon is a new colour to our Brights colour family and I love it. So bright and dare I say it blue.

Make a Multi-Layer Birthday Card - Petal Park - Go to Greetings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Multi-Layer Birthday Card – Petal Park – Go to Greetings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Azure Afternoon Cardstock:
    • Standard A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
    • 11.85cm X 7.5cm
    • 8.85cm X 4.5cm
  • Basic White Cardstock:
    • 14.35cm X 10cm
    • 11.35cm X 7cm
    • 8.35cm X 4cm

other projects

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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 Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me

Make a Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me – Countrysideside Inn – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me - Countrysideside Inn - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me – Countrysideside Inn – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I first made this bag with my card club ladies last year and it was a hit. I decided to do another one with this gorgeous designer series paper (DSP), Countryside Inn. This paper is all about the blues and I love it. I only bought one pack but am definitely getting another one soon as I can see myself using it again and again. I love blues if you can’t tell.

This bag is actually super easy to make. I enclose a template below. The top has a little magnetic closure though you could also you a velcro fastening as well.

Make a Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me - Countrysideside Inn - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Rucksac Style Gift Bag With Me – Countrysideside Inn – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Measurements

  • Boho Blue Cardstock – 10 1/2″ X 7 1/2″ scored:
    • Longside at 3″, 5″, 8″, 10″
    • Shortside at 2″, 6″
  • Countryside Inn DSP
    • 3 3/4″ X 2 3/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 2 3/4″ X 1 1/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 1 3/4″ X 1 1/4″ X 1 piece
  • Boho Blue Cardstock – 3″ X 2″ scored at 1/2″ on 3 sides

Other projects

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

Simply Scored

[122334]
£34.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card

Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card – Timeless Arrangements – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Lazy Days - Make a Thank You Card - Timeless Arrangements - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card – Timeless Arrangements – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

The Lazy Days stamp set screams long hot summer days to me. It was, for this reason, I was in two minds about buying it but then I thought some more. You can use this set in many different ways. It could even be used for a Christmas card with the rocking chair next to a tree and a pile of presents. Once I could see the versatility of the set it as in my basket.

My favourite image in this set is the rocking chair. My Granny used to have two rocking chairs in the lounge and now I have them. As a child, I used to love rocking in the chair and so rocking chairs hold a special place in my heart.

Measurements

  • Pumpkin Pie Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

Other projects

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp

Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Cheerful Daisies - How to Two-Step Stamp - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love daisies. My grandmother always had a yellow daisy bush in her garden. I’ve tons of photos of me and the daisy bush. This card reminds me of her, even though she is long gone, I still love her to bits.

This is an easy two-step stamping set. The daisies are easy to line up, even without the now-retired Stamparatus. You just need to make sure you are looking straight down over your stamps. This makes lining up your stamps much easier. I’ve made this card in two different colour combinations. Which do you like better?

Cheerful Daisies - How to Two-Step Stamp - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Blueberry Bushell / Gorgeous Grape Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Bright and Beautiful Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!!

Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

Seasonal Branches - One Way to Use It!! - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

As you may know, I love floral and nature-related stamp sets. I, therefore, had to get his one on pre-order. I love that the branch can be used not just with the florals as I have done here but with leaves, the apple or even berries. It makes it so versatile for all seasons.

The stamp set has a matching die set which I used here. It means I can stamp the branch and pop up the flowers. This gives added interest to the card as well as creates a shadow so making the scene look more realistic.

Seasonal Branches - One Way to Use It!! - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

measurements

  • Gorgeous Grape / Boho Blue Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Gorgeous Grape / Boho Blue Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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 Circle Punch – Yeah!!!

New Circle Punch – Yeah!!! – Circle Sayings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

New Circle Punch - Yeah!!! - Circle Sayings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
New Circle Punch – Yeah!!! – Circle Sayings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

We have a new circle punch. I’m so happy. If you know me, you’ll know that I love my punches. I hardly ever sell my retired punches and have quite the collection now. They are quick to use, don’t need any other equipment to use, and are easy to transport. Our new circle punch size is 2 3/8″. So useful for matting and layering. It works well with the circles in the Stylish Shapes dies.

New Circle Punch - Yeah!!! - Circle Sayings - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
New Circle Punch – Yeah!!! – Circle Sayings – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Measurements

  • BlackBerry Bliss / Azure Afternoon Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Bright and Beautiful Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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

Stamparatus

[148187]
£45.75

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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 Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card

Make a Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

At last, I can start to play with products from the new Annual Catalogue that goes live tomorrow. The stamp set I used today is called Beautiful Balloons. It of course has a matching die set. There are lots of different balloons and they can be used not just for birthday cards but for any celebration card.

I also used some of our new colours Berry Burst and Azure Afternoon. We have 11 new colours entering our colour families tomorrow and I am excited to start using them.

Make a Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Beautiful Balloons Birthday Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Bright and Beautiful Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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

Stamparatus

[148187]
£45.75

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

Linen Thread

[104199]
£4.75

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Countryside Corners – 1 Way to Use This Set

Countryside Corners – 1 Way to Use This Set – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Countryside Corners - 1 Way to Use This Set - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Countryside Corners – 1 Way to Use This Set – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I will admit when I first bought the Countryside Corners set that I didn’t realise it was all one stamp. You can cut apart all the frames using the matching dies. If you are feeling brave you can cut apart the rubber stamp as well. Not sure if I’m that brave yet.

This set I thought was perfect for heat embossing. I’ve used one of the new in colours, Moody Mauve and white heat embossed the stamp set and sentiment. I really like how it came out. In the card below I used another in colour Boho Blue. Which do you prefer?

Countryside Corners - 1 Way to Use This Set - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Countryside Corners – 1 Way to Use This Set – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Measurements

  • Moody Mauve / Boho Blue Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Moody Mauve / Boho Blue Designer Series Paper – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Boho Blue / Moody Mauve Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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

Stamparatus

[148187]
£45.75

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Gift Bag – Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes

Gift Bag – Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Gift Bag - Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Gift Bag – Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

This is a large gift bag and will hold a set of greeting cards with matching envelopes. What a lovely gift for someone special. This bag is easy to make and the recipient will be able to gift it to another special person.

As I often do, I’ve made this bag in two different colours. Which do you like best? Let me know in the comments.

Gift Bag - Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Gift Bag – Fits a Set of Cards & Envelopes – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Balmy Blue Cardstock – 11 1/2″ X 7″ scored at 4 3/4″ and 6 3/4″ on the long side
  • Balmy Blue Cardstock – 5 1/4″ X 3″ scored at 1/2″ on 3 sides
  • Country Bouquet Designer Series Paper –
    • 6 3/4″ X 4 1/2″ X 2 pieces
    • 4 1/2″ X 1 3/4″ X 2 pieces

other projects

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

Stamparatus

 

£45.75

 

 

Bone Folder

 

£6.75

 

 

Paper Trimmer

 

£24.00

 

 

Stampin' Seal

 

£7.50

 

 

Basic White C6 Envelopes

 

 

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

 

 

Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

Tear & Tape Adhesive

 

 

Simply Shammy

 

£8.00

 

 

Take Your Pick

 

£9.50

 

 

Basic White A4 Cardstock

 

 

Balmy Blue A4 Cardstock

 

 

Sweet Sorbet A4 Cardstock

 

 

Country Bouquet Punch

 

 

Simply Scored

 

£28.00

 

 

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.