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Stencil Technique – How to Colour With Them

Stencil Technique – How to Colour With Them – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

Stencil Technique - How to Colour With Them - Loveliest Layers Masks - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - UK
Stencil Technique – How to Colour With Them – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

The Loveliest layers masks include a set of stencils that allow you to colour a flower image and leaves. The masks make it very easy to add shading and detail.

I felt there was too much white space on the image so I used a very light colour blended over the whole panel, both white space and image. I used a text stamp to add extra detail in the background. This has been made in two different colours, pink and yellow. Which do you like best?

Stencil Technique - How to Colour With Them - Loveliest Layers Masks - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - UK
Stencil Technique – How to Colour With Them – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

measurements

  • Melon Mambo / Mango Melody 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

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]
£24.00

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.

Wisteria Wishes- Make a Floral Card With Me

Wisteria Wishes- Make a Floral Card With Me – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Wisteria Wishes- Make a Floral Card With Me - Happiness Abounds - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Wisteria Wishes- Make a Floral Card With Me – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I had to use this set again. I love wisteria so much. It’s so pretty and welcomes me home on the front of our house. Spring flowers are everywhere and it’s the best. Do you love flowers? They make me so happy—such beauty in form and colour.

I’ve popped up some of the wisteria flowers in this card to give it dimension and added interest. You could use more wisteria and have a really full card but I felt perhaps it looked too busy.

measurements

  • Gorgeous Grape 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

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]
£24.00

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 Rectangle Box with a Front Flap

Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap – Limited Edition – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap - Limited Edition - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap – Limited Edition – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

This is a cute little gift box. It has a magnetic closure as well as a belly band. It’s perfect to hold a few bags of mini skittles. So cute and easy to make. I’ve made this in two different colours. Let me know which one you prefer.

Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap - Limited Edition - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap – Limited Edition – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Pale Papaya / Night of Navy Cardstock – 9″ X 6″ scored as follows:
    • Long side – 2″, 3 1/2″, 5 1/2″, 7″
    • Short Side – 1 1/2″, 4 1/2″.
  • Lovely Linen Designer Series Paper:
    • 2 3/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 4 pieces
    • 2 3/4″ X 1 1/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 1 3/4″ X 1 1/4″ X 2 pieces
Template - Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap - Limited Edition - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Template – Make a Rectangle Box with a Front Flap – Limited Edition – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

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]
£24.00

Simply Scored

[122334]
£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.

Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark

Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark – Two Tone Flora – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark - Two Tone Flora - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln UK
Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark – Two Tone Flora – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

Making your own bookmarks is so easy to do and a lovely little gift to someone special. I do have a few times to share with you. Firstly if you are making a loose bookmark make sure it is long enough to go not get lost in the book. Secondly don’t add dimension as it will give you weird lumps in your book.

I’ve used the Two Tone Flora stamp set. It is a two-step stamp set which gives these flowers a lovely realistic feeling. The stamps are very easy to line up and I didn’t need to use a Stamparatus. I’ve made this bookmark in two different colourways. Which do you prefer?

Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark - Two Tone Flora - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln UK
Make a Stamped Floral Bookmark – Two Tone Flora – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Basic White Cardstock – 21cm x 6cm
  • Orchid Oasis / Polished Pink Cardstock = 21.5cm X 6.5cm

other bookmarks

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]
£24.00

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 an Interactive Card with Stars

Make an Interactive Card with Stars – Give it a Whirl – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

I love interactive cards. They are so much fun to make and receive. I wanted to make a card that featured die cuts in the active element rather than stamping. I’ve had this die for a while and only used it once before. It was time it got to star centre stage again.

Make an Interactive Card with Stars - Give it a Whirl - Peaceful Moments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
Make an Interactive Card with Stars – Give it a Whirl – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

This card has a little wheel that whirls around showing you different images as you go around. Here I’ve used different coloured stars but you could equally stamp three little messages.

Make an Interactive Card with Stars - Give it a Whirl - Peaceful Moments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
Make an Interactive Card with Stars – Give it a Whirl – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Hues of Happiness Designers Series Paper – 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

 

£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

 

 

Melon Mambo A4 Card Stock

 

 

Mango Melody A4 Cardstock

 

 

Pool Party A4 Card Stock

 

 

Starlit Punch

 

£18.00

 

 

Round & Square Brads

 

 

Elegant Faceted Gems

 

 

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 Clean & Simple Birthday Card

Make a Clean & Simple Birthday Card – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Clean & Simple Birthday Card - Happiness Abounds - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Clean & Simple Birthday Card – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

There are two things that make this card for me. The first is the gorgeous flower and the second is the Cane Weave embossing folder. I wanted to keep this card clean and simple. This really highlights the gorgeous flower focal image.

I coloured the flower using the Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers. The first card is Fresh Freesia and the second one is Tahitian Tide. Which do you prefer? Let me know in the comments below.

Make a Clean & Simple Birthday Card - Happiness Abounds - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Clean & Simple Birthday Card – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – 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

Stamparatus

[148187]
£45.75

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£24.00

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 Tonal Birthday Card

Make a Tonal Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Tonal Birthday Card - Sweetest Cherries - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Tonal Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Sweetest Cherries is another stamp set that I’ve realised I’ve hardly used this year. I’m currently going through my stamps and trying to use those that I’ve not used yet or hardly used. Are you doing the same? If not why not join in and use all those wonderful things you have.

I’ve made this card in two colour ways, one is Sweet Sorbet and the other is Tahitian Tide. I know that cherries aren’t turquoise but I’m claiming artistic licence.

Make a Tonal Birthday Card - Sweetest Cherries - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Tonal Birthday Card – Sweetest Cherries – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Sweet Sorbet / Tahitian Tide Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Sun Prints Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 5cm

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]
£24.00

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.

How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card

How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card - Loveliest Layers Masks - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

I love stencils and have an extensive collection. Do I use them enough? Of course not, like most crafters I have stuff I love to have but don’t use. I realised the other day that I haven’t used these stencils and they have been in my stash for nearly a year. I don’t want them to retire and I never used them.

The stencil I used today has these little stripes that repeat. It is perfect for this technique of off-setting the stencil. I’ve used a mixture of colours that I have blended together.

How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card - Loveliest Layers Masks - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
How to Off-Set Stencils to Create a Card – Loveliest Layers Masks – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 13.85cm X 9.5cm

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]
£24.00

Opal Rounds

[154289]
£7.00

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.

Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag

Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag – Regency Park – Easter Bunny – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag - Regency Park - Easter Bunny - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag – Regency Park – Easter Bunny – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I have made quite a few of these no-cut gift bags over the years. I was talking with a customer recently and she reminded me of when I first made this bag. It was at a Guider’s Day about 10 years ago and we made a version of this bag with a set of little cards. That time I hand-stamped my paper, this time I used designer series paper (DSP). It’s called Regency Park.

This bag is super easy to make as there is not cutting or glueing needed to make it. You just score and fold

Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag - Regency Park - Easter Bunny - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Baby Sized No Cut Gift Bag – Regency Park – Easter Bunny – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Regency Park DSP – 6″ X 6″ scored at 2″, 4″ on one side at 1 1/2″ and 4 1/” on the other side

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]
£24.00

Simply Scored

[122334]
£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.

How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils

How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils - Peaceful Moments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Stencils/masks are a quick and easy way to make a background for your cards. Here I’ve used two of the masks from the Artistic Masks set. I’ve layered them up to create this fun pattern. Layering stencils allow you to add texture and depth of interest to your backgrounds.

These cards are very tonal. I laid the colour down with a blending brush, using the lighter colour first and adding interest with the darker one. I made this card in two different colour ways. Which do you prefer?

How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils - Peaceful Moments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How to Layer the Artistic Masks / Stencils – Peaceful Moments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Bermuda Bay / Gorgeous Grape Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm 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

[148187]
£45.75

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£24.00

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.