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Make a Ladybird Friendship Card With Me

Make a Ladybird Friendship Card With Me – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

Make a Ladybird Friendship Card With Me - Hello Ladybug - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln UK
Make a Ladybird Friendship Card With Me – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln UK

This is a card we made in card club recently. I hold a card club in North Lincoln. If you are interested in joining up, click here for all the details. This card features the Hello Ladybug stamp set and matching punch. I’ve used a white gel pen on the ladybird to create some highlights to match the ones on the leaf.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock = A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Real Red Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Delightfully Eclectic Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 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

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 Fun Hedgehog Card

Make a Fun Hedgehog Card – Phrases for All – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Fun Hedgehog Card - Phrases for All - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Fun Hedgehog Card – Phrases for All – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I was closing the blinds in the Orangery the other day and I saw a cute little hedgehog in the garden. He or She was in the middle of the grass just snuffling about. He looked so content and happy. It is heartwarming to see wildlife feeling safe and happy in our garden. This inspired me to create this sweet card.

I used the hedgehog punch and added detail using the black Stampin’ Write marker for the facial details. I sponged around the hedgehogs to create some shadows and make them look more dimensional.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Fresh as Daisy Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 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

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 this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening

Make this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening – Phrases for All – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln – UK

Make this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening - Phrases for All - Crafting with Ashee -  Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln - UK
Make this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening – Phrases for All – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln – UK

The bag above is Coastal Cabana and Pretty Peacock, and below is Old Olive and Calypso Coral. Which do you prefer? The first bag I made had a pointed flap as above but when I made the second one I forgot to make a point and did a normal flap. You can tell me which flap shape you like best.

Make this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening - Phrases for All - Crafting with Ashee -  Independent Stampin' Up! Lincoln - UK
Make this Flap Bag with a Velcro Fastening – Phrases for All – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Lincoln – UK

The closure is velcro dots, you can easily use magnets of course. I like to change it up though and do things differently. It makes life a little more interesting.

measurements

  • Old Olive / Coastal Cabana Cardstock – 10 1/2″ X 8″ scored as follows:
    • On the longer side at 3″, 5″,8″ & 10″
    • On the shorter side 2″ & 6″
  • Delightfully Electic Designer Series Paper (DSP):
    • 3 3/4″ X 2 3/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 2 3/4″ 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

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 Simple Pocket Card

Make a Simple Pocket Card – Countryside Corners – Wanted to Say – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Simple  Pocket Card - Countryside Corners - Wanted to Say - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Simple Pocket Card – Countryside Corners – Wanted to Say – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

The paper used here is Zoo Crew. On one side it has lots of little critters but on the other side of the paper are all these fabulous black and white designs. They are perfect for card backgrounds.

I’ve used the countryside corners dies to create this fun tuck spot with a little tag for a secret message.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Zoo Crew 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.

How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card

How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card – Darling Details – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card - Darling Details - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card – Darling Details – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

I love making z fold cards. They are so easy to make. This is a double z fold horizontal card. The one above is Pretty Peacock and Coastal Cabana and below is Calypso Coral. Which do you prefer?

The little stamped hearts are from the set called Phrases for All. They aren’t the main focus of the set but are so useful. Sometimes I think we ignore the smaller stamps in the set as they don’t always appear to “sing” the loudest.

How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card - Darling Details - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card – Darling Details – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

The paper is delightlfully eclectic. I love the swans and these berries above. So cute. You can see the image below why its called a double z fold card.

How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card - Darling Details - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
How to Make a Horizontal Z-Fold Card – Darling Details – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Coastal Cabana / Calypso Coral Cardstock – Cut in half on the short side at 10.5cm. Score on the longer side at 14.85cm.
  • Basic White Cardstock:
    • 6.9cm X 10cm X 4 pieces
    • 10cm X 14.35cm
  • Delightfully Electic Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 6.4cm X 9.5cm X 4 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

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 Teabag Envelope – Thank You Gift

Make a Teabag Envelope – Thank You Gift – Pansy Patch – Double Oval Punch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

Make a Teabag Envelope - Thank You Gift - Pansy Patch - Double Oval Punch - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Make a Teabag Envelope – Thank You Gift – Pansy Patch – Double Oval Punch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

This is a very simple but cute make. It would be lovely to put on a friend’s desk in the morning to brighten their day. You could make the same style of envelope and place an after eight in the for a table favour. I’ve made this in two colour ways. The above one is Blueberry Bushel and below is Berry Burst. They are both returning in-colours they are now part of our main colour families. Which do you like best?

Make a Teabag Envelope - Thank You Gift - Pansy Patch - Double Oval Punch - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Make a Teabag Envelope – Thank You Gift – Pansy Patch – Double Oval Punch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

measurements

  • Blueberry Bushel / Berry Burst Cardstock – 7 1/2″ X 3″ scored as follows:
    • Longer side at 3″, 6″,
    • Shorter Side at 1/2″ from either side
  • Glorious Gingham:
    • 2 3/4″ X 2 1/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 2 1/4″ X 1 1/4″ 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

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.

How to Make a Daisy Card Today

How to Make a Daisy Card Today – Cheerful Daisies – Stampin’ Blend Alcohol Markers – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

How to Make a Daisy Card Today - Cheerful Daisies - Stampin' Blend Alcohol Markers - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - UK
How to Make a Daisy Card Today – Cheerful Daisies – Stampin’ Blend Alcohol Markers – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – UK

As I am sure I’ve said many a time, daisies hold a special place in my heart. My granny had a yellow daisy bush in her garden and I’ve many pictures of it growing up. They are such happy flowers and of course, they are related to sunflowers.

I coloured these daisies using the Stampi’ Blend alcohol markers. I inked the background in Balmy Blue, which really makes the yellow / orange of the daisies pop.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Panels of Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Pie and Basic White Cardstock that fit the background panel at your chosen angles.

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.

The Masking Technique – Playing in the Rain

The Masking Technique – Playing in the Rain – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

The Masking Technique - Playing in the Rain - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
The Masking Technique – Playing in the Rain – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Isn’t this little bunny having fun in the rain? It reminds me of children and puddles. They are drawn to them like a magnet. I love watching them so free and happy playing in the puddles. Good fun!!

The Masking Technique - Playing in the Rain - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
The Masking Technique – Playing in the Rain – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

These images are coloured in using the Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers. They are easy to colour. I made a mask of the bunny rabbit so that I could stamp the raindrops and not have them cover the image. To create the mask I just stamped the image on some masking paper and then fussy cut it out. I save the masks for future use in the front of my stamp case.

measurements

  • Balmy Blue 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

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.

How to Use 1 Design – Get 2 Distinct Cards

How to Use 1 Design – Get 2 Distinct Cards – Go To Greetings – Fresh as Daisy – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

How to Use 1 Design - Get 2 Distinct Cards - Go To Greetings - Fresh as Daisy - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
How to Use 1 Design – Get 2 Distinct Cards – Go To Greetings – Fresh as Daisy – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

This is a simple design. It is what I call an equal panel design as each panel is the size as the rest. Here I’ve used it in a horizontal design. The pattern does match across the 3 panels and this does add to the overall effect.

Below I’ve used the same design but now in a vertical format. It gives a totally different effect but is essentially the same design. Which do yo prefer?

How to Use 1 Design - Get 2 Distinct Cards - Go To Greetings - Fresh as Daisy - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! - Lincoln UK
How to Use 1 Design – Get 2 Distinct Cards – Go To Greetings – Fresh as Daisy – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Fresh as a Daisy Designer Series Paper – 4.6cm 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.

How to use Masking in Cardmaking

How to use Masking in Cardmaking – Happy Hedgehogs – Quiet Meadow – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

How to use Masking in Cardmaking - Happy Hedgehogs - Quiet Meadow - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
How to use Masking in Cardmaking – Happy Hedgehogs – Quiet Meadow – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

Masking is a great technique to use when building a scene. It allows you to make some images appear in the foreground and push others into the background. I’ve used masking when stamping these toadstools. I stamped the toadstool on some masking paper and fussy cut the image out. The masked image is stored in the front of my stamp case and can be used time and time again.

How to use Masking in Cardmaking - Happy Hedgehogs - Quiet Meadow - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
How to use Masking in Cardmaking – Happy Hedgehogs – Quiet Meadow – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

measurements

  • Mossy Meadow / Real Red 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.