Shaker Domes and How to Use Them! Focus Friday!!!

Shaker Domes and How to Use Them! Focus Friday!!! – Jar of Flowers – Jar Punch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Shaker Domes and How to Use Them! Focus Friday!!! - Jar of Flowers - Jar Punch - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stam
Shaker Domes and How to Use Them! Focus Friday!!! – Jar of Flowers – Jar Punch – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stam

Welcome to this Focus Friday blog post. This month we are focusing on shaker cards. Today we are looking at shaker dome cards. They are really easy to make and add so fun to receive.

The stamp set is Jar of Flowers. Everything has been coloured using the Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers. They are as you know one of my favourite colouring mediums as they blend so well.

measurements

  • Poppy Parade Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Sweet Symmetry designer series paper – 13.85cm X 9.5cm

other focus friday 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Jar Punch

£17.00

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 Tall Square Sweet Peach Box With Me

Make a Tall Square Sweet Peach Box With Me – You’re a Peach – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Tall Square Sweet Peach Box With Me - You're a Peach - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Tall Square Sweet Peach Box With Me – You’re a Peach – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

This is a really good size box and so sturdy. I love this “You’re a Peach” paper but found I haven’t used it for ages so I decided to rectify this. This has a matching card that will feature in the next blog post on Wednesday. This paper is so realistic I could almost smell the peaches in the room with me.

measurements

  • Calypso Coral Cardstock – 10 1/2″ X 8 1/4″ scored:
    • On the long side at 2 1/2″, 5″, 7 1/2, 10″
    • On the short side at 2 1/2″
  • Balmy Blue Cardstock – 7 9/16″ X 7 9/16″ scored at 2 1/2″ on all sides
  • You’re a Peach Designer Series Paper (DSP)
    • 2 1/4″ X 2/4″ X 5 pieces
    • 5 1/2″ X 2 1/4″ 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

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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.

Tone on Tone Effect – How to Achieve it with Stencils

Tone on Tone Effect – How to Achieve it with Stencils – Focus Friday – Happiest of Birthday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK.

Tone on Tone Effect - How to Achieve it with Stencils - Focus Friday - Happiest of Birthday - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK.
Tone on Tone Effect – How to Achieve it with Stencils – Happiest of Birthday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up D

Welcome to this Focus Friday post. Today we are looking at using stencils to give a tone on tone effect on cards. You can see this effect in the picture above. It gives some added interest to the background of the card and helps makes the sentiment really pop. For extra interest, I have added a velum doily to the top and bottom of the sentiment. This is an extra layer of interest but you can still the background behind it.

measurements

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

other focus friday 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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

I’ve 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.

Making a Small Gift Box using the “In the Wild” Paper

Making a Small Gift Box using the “In the Wild” Paper – Sunny Sentiments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Making a Small Gift Box using the "In the Wild" Paper - Sunny Sentiments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Making a Small Gift Box using the “In the Wild” Paper – Sunny Sentiments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

This cute little gift box is a companion piece to the card I made in the previous blog post. It uses the gorgeous “In the Wild” designer series paper. The paper is all about the big cats, mainly tigers and leopards. I’ve focused on the tigers for both this box and the previous card.

I do hope that Stampin’ Up! will bring out another collection with animals from the veld such as elephants, zebras & giraffes. I loved seeing them in the national parks back in South Africa. If you didn’t know all my maternal family are back in South Africa so it holds a special place for me.

measurements

  • Evening Evergreen Cardstock – 7″ X 7″ scored on all sides at 2″.
  • Soft Succulent Cardstock – 5 1/16″ X 5 1/16″ scored on all sides at 1″.
  • In the Wild Designer Series Paper
    • 2 3/4″ X 2 3/4″ X 1 piece
    • 2 3/4″ X 3/4″ 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

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Stamparatus

£46.00

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.

Tyger Tyger – How to Make an Easel Card

Tyger Tyger – How to Make an Easel Card – Wild Cats – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Tyger Tyger - How to Make an Easel Card - Wild Cats - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Tyger Tyger – How to Make an Easel Card – Wild Cats – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

The In the Wild suite reminds me of the poem, The Tyger by William Blake. It’s a poem I’ve always loved. This suite is filled with big cats such as tigers and leopards. I’ve focused on the tiger to make this easel card. Just a point to note is that the dies do cut out some of the images in the paper. Great bonus!!

measurements

  • Merry Merlot Cardstock – Cardbase – An A4 sheet cut in half on the short side.
    • Scored at 7.4cm, 14.85cm
  • Merry Merlot Cardstock – 14.85cm X 10.5cm
  • In the Wild Designer Series Paper (DSP)
    • 14.35cm X 10cm
    • 10cm X 4cm
    • 10cm X 6.9cm
  • Just Jade DSP – 10cm X 5cm
Side View - Tyger Tyger - How to Make an Easel Card - Wild Cats - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Side View – Tyger Tyger – How to Make an Easel Card – Wild Cats – 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Big Cats Dies

£24.00

Stamparatus

£46.00

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 Box – Ribbon Closure – Flowering Fields

Make a Simple Box – Ribbon Closure – Flowering Fields – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Make a Simple Box  - Ribbon Closure - Flowering Fields - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Make a Simple Box – Ribbon Closure – Flowering Fields – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

If you’ve been following my blog for a while you will know I love tulips. I am tulip made and very happy about it. This paper, Flowering Fields was made for me I think. I’m definitely in love. You can’t deny it though, it is beautiful. I’ve used it to decorate this simple little bag

measurements

  • Rich Razzleberry Cardstock – 10″ X 7 1/2″ scored:
    • On the longside at:
      • 1″, 2″, 4″, 6″, 8″, 9″
    • On the shortside at:
      • 2″, 5 1/2″
  • Flowering Fields Designer Series Paper:
    • 3 1/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 2 pieces
    • 3 1/4″ X 3/4″ X 4 pieces
    • 1 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

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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

I’ve 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.

Windmill Dies – How to Use them – Stampin’ Up!

Windmill Dies – How to Use them – Stampin’ Up! – Crafting with Ashee – Flowering Tulips – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Windmill Dies - How to Use them - Stampin' Up! - Crafting with Ashee - Flowering Tulips - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Windmill Dies – How to Use them – Stampin’ Up! – Crafting with Ashee – Flowering Tulips – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

I have to say I love seeing windmills as you explore the countryside. I went to Amsterdam back in 2017 for Stampin’ Up! Onstage Live and have tons of photos I want to still scrapbook. I think this windmill will make a cute embellishment on a page.

We actually have a windmill here in North Lincoln that dates back to 1798. I love driving by it and want to visit it next time it is open to the public. Another great photo for a scrapbook page.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Flowering Fields Designer 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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

I’ve 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 Embossing Paste & Stencils

How to Use Embossing Paste & Stencils – Focus Friday – Butterflies & Flowers – Sunny Sentiments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

How to Use Embossing Paste & Stencils - Focus Friday - Butterflies & Flowers - Sunny Sentiments - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
How to Use Embossing Paste & Stencils – Focus Friday – Butterflies & Flowers – Sunny Sentiments – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Welcome to another Focus Friday project. Today we are looking at using embossing paste through a stencil. This cardstock started off as a plain piece of Gorgeous Grape card. Look how pretty it is now!! One tip is to wash your stencil straight away after using the embossing paste. It is so much easier to clean while the paste is still wet. If you like it dry it is hell to clean.

measurements

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

other focus Friday 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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

I’ve 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 the Flowering Tulips Stamp Set

How to Use the Flowering Tulips Stamp Set – Tulip Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

How to Use the Flowering Tulips Stamp Set - Tulip Dies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
How to Use the Flowering Tulips Stamp Set – Tulip Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

As I have said ad infinitum my favourite flowers are tulips. I love them. This bunch of tulips makes me so happy. I’ve made it into a mother’s day card as mother’s day is on 27th March here in the UK. The Flowering of Tulips stamp set is a two-step stamp set. I used the stamparatus to stamp it and made the stamping so easy.

measurements

  • Real Red Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm. I cut this pannel down when I’ve made the card.

other floral 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Tulips Dies

£33.00

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.

Pansy Petals * Love Hearts * Gift Box

Pansy Petals * Love Hearts * Gift Box – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Pansy Petals * Love Hearts * Gift Box - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Pansy Petals * Love Hearts * Gift Box – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This little box holds four little love hearts. What a dinky little gift. I have a little box of sweets and chocolates in my craft room that I keep specifically to use for craft projects. This box is designed to fit these sweets. I have tons of the Pansy Petals designer series paper (DSP) which I am trying to use up. It’s way too pretty not to use.

measurements

  • Soft Succulent Cardstock – 5 1/4″ X 5″ scored at 1 3/4″ on all sides
  • Soft Succulent Cardstock – 4 5/16″ X 4 1/16″ scored at 1 1/4″ on all sides
  • Pansy Petals DSP –
    • * 1 5/8″ X 1 3/8″ X 1 piece
    • 1 5/8″ X 1 1/8″ X 2 pieces
    • 1 3/8″ X 1 1/8″ X 2 pieces

other projects of interest

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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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

I’ve 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.