Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card

Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card - Hello Ladybug - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Look at these adorable ladybirds. I found out that in North America they say Ladbug but we in the UK of course say Ladybird. It really is amazing how many differences they are between proper English and American English.

The Hello Ladybug stamp set comes with a matching punch which I haven’t used here. This is just the same stamp repeat stamped. It is a two step stamping set and really easy to line by hand. I didn’t use the stamparatus and these ladybirds came out great.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Real Red – Regals Pack – 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.

Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage – Tulips

Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage – Tulips – Flowering Fields – Flowers of Friendship – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK.

Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage - Tulips - Flowering Fields - Flowers of Friendship - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage – Tulips – Flowering Fields – Flowers of Friendship – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK.

I love making boxes or bags that fold flat. It makes them so much easier to store. It’s the paper though that really sings to me here. This is the Flowering Fields designer series paper (DSP). I love it!! Tulips are my favourite flower and oh my this paper is just tulip heaven for me. #

Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage - Tulips - Flowering Fields - Flowers of Friendship - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage – Tulips – Flowering Fields – Flowers of Friendship – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK.

Measurements

  • Misty Moonlight Cardstock – 10 1/2″ X 7″
  • Flowering Fields DSP – 4 3/4″ X 2 3/4″ X 2 pieces
Template - Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage - Tulips - Flowering Fields - Flowers of Friendship - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK.
Template – Make a Bag that Folds Flat for Storage – Tulips – Flowering Fields – Flowers of Friendship – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – 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

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.

Just to Say You Are Amazing – Awesome Otters

Just to Say You Are Amazing – Awesome Otters – Focus Friday – Watercolour Pencils – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Just to Say You Are Amazing - Awesome Otters - Focus Friday - Watercolour Pencils - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Just to Say You Are Amazing – Awesome Otters – Focus Friday – Watercolour Pencils – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Welcome to the last Focus Friday blog of February. This week we are looking at using watercolour pencils with water painters to colour. As you remember this month our focus has been on colouring. We have looked at colouring with alcohol markers, watercolour pencils and blender pens and watercolouring with ink pads.

Watercolouring is a very forgiving medium. I’ve used the shimmery white paper here to withstand all the water. The pencils give you a lot of control and you can add as much or as little water as you choose.

measurements

  • Melon Mambo Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper – 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

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Water Painters

£11.25

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 White Heat Emboss on Black Card

How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card – Happiest of Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card - Happiest of Birthdays - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card – Happiest of Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is a really simple card but so effective. I always love the magic of heat embossing. The dull powder becomes glossy and beautiful. The only real way to get the sentiment to show bright white on dark cardstock is to white heat emboss it.

I’ve matted the black on a lovely piece of patterned paper from the Sunshine & Rainbows stack. I love the bright and saturated colours.

measurements

  • Basic Black Cardstock – A6 Cardbase- This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm X 2 pieces
  • Sunshine & Rainbows designer series paper –
    • 13.85cm X 9.5cm
    • 14.35cm X 1.5cm

other heat embosssed 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

Versamark Pad

£8.75

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.

Make a Card to Say Hello to a Friend

Make a Card to Say Hello to a Friend – Friendly Hello – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln, UK.

Make a Card to Say Hello to a Friend - Friendly Hello - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln, UK.
Make a Card to Say Hello to a Friend – Friendly Hello – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln, UK.

Bermuda Bay and Coastal Cabana are two of my favourite colours. They go so well together alongside Pool Party. I’ve kept this card in those tones and love the outcome.

I myself love to watch crafting videos on YouTube. Normally I would just add my sentiment to this background without much embellishment. I’m trying to move out of my comfort zone. I’ve used two punches, the spring and the bough punch to create these embellishments in coordinating colours.

measurements

  • Coastal Cabana Cardstock – A6 Cardbase. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Hello Friend 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

Sprig Punch

£17.00

Bough 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.

Daffodils How to Water Colour with Ink Pads

Daffodils How to Water Colour with Ink Pads – Daffodil Daydream – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Daffodils How to Water Colour with Ink Pads - Daffodil Daydream - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Daffodils How to Water Colour with Ink Pads – Daffodil Daydream – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This month, the Focus Friday videos have been concentrating on colouring. Today we are looking a colouring with ink pads and water painters. You can also use a reinker. I tend to add a dot of reinker to the lid of the ink pads. I pick this colour up with my water painter. Don’t touch your brush to the actual ink pad though.

Am important consideration when watercolouring is what paper to use. I use either shimmer white cardstock or our Fluid 100 watercolour paper. If you use Basic White you will find the paper will pill. You need a paper that will stand up to the amount of water you will be using. Watercolour paper will have a texture to it so it is useful to use the Stamparatus get to a crisp clean image. I used Stazon ink to stamp as it’s permanent.

measurements

  • Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Daffodil Afternoon Designer Series Paper – 14.35cm X 10cm

other colouring 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

Daffodil Dies

£35.00

Water Painters

£11.25

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.

Using Daffodil Dies to Make a Simple Spring Card

Using Daffodil Dies to Make a Simple Spring Card – Daffodil Daydream – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Using Daffodil Dies to Make a Simple Spring Card - Daffodil Daydream - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Using Daffodil Dies to Make a Simple Spring Card – Daffodil Daydream – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is a card we made in January Card Club. Card Club is online in my Facebook Group. If you like this project why don’t you consider joining the Club? You can find all the details here.

I love daffodils. They are so happy and yellow. I look forward to seeing them every year. This card is totally made from die-cuts. You can sponge the flowers for added interest as well. If you shape the flowers as you stick them together you will get a 3D effect.

measurements

  • Daffodil Delight Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • In Good Taste 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

Daffodil Dies

£35.00

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.

Fold Over Top Bag – Come & Make it with Me

Fold Over Top Bag – Come & Make it with Me – Heart & Home Designer Series Paper – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Fold Over Top Bag - Come & Make it with Me - Heart & Home Designer Series Paper - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Fold Over Top Bag – Come & Make it with Me – Heart & Home Designer Series Paper – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is a very simple bag to make. The sentiment is actually a journaling card from the Hand Penned Memory & More cards. I fussy cut the sentiment out and stuck it on at an angle for a little sass. You can leave the base open and store the bag flat, just sticking it when you want to use it.

measurements

  • Heart & Home Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 10 1/2″ X 10″ scored at
    • 3″, 5″, 8″, 10″ on the long side
    • 2″, 9″ on the short side
Fold Over Top Bag - Come & Make it with Me - Heart & Home Designer Series Paper - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Fold Over Top Bag – Come & Make it with Me – Heart & Home Designer Series Paper – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

other gift bags

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.

Make a Spring Card – Have Fun Colouring with Me

Make a Spring Card – Have Fun Colouring with Me – Friendly Hello – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Make a Spring Card - Have Fun Colouring with Me - Friendly Hello - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
Make a Spring Card – Have Fun Colouring with Me – Friendly Hello – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Welcome to another post in my Focus Friday series. Each month I chose a new set of techniques or products to focus on. For the month of February, we are going to be focusing on Colouring. Today’s post is all about colouring with the Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers.

I love this method of colouring as it’s quick and easy. The results are great and there are no lines from colouring to worry about. Stampin’ Blend markers come in a light and dark of each colour making shading and blending so easy. I tend to put down my light colour first and then add accents with a darker one. You do the reverse, of course, it’s what works best for you. As with all colouring take your time, build up the layers and practice makes perfect.

measurements

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

Other colouring 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.

Heart & Home * Making a Cute Milk Carton Gift Box

Heart & Home * Making a Cute Milk Carton Gift Box – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Heart & Home * Making a Cute Milk Carton Gift Box - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Heart & Home * Making a Cute Milk Carton Gift Box – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

I love how this turned out. The little clip closure is from my stash. I have a ton of them as I love pretty stationery stuff. Who doesn’t? This paper is the new Heart & Home designer series paper (DSP). It reminds me of Spring which is hopefully on its way soon. I have a ton of these boxes in the craft room, just waiting to be gifted out.

measurements

  • Cinamon Cider – 8 1/2″ X 7″ scored at:
    • 2″, 4″, 6″, 8″ on the long side
    • 2″, 5 1/2″, 6 1/2″ on the short side
  • Heart & Home DSP
    • 3 1/4″ X 1 3/4″ X 4 pieces
    • 1 3/4″ X 3/4″ X 2 pieces

other gift boxes

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

Gilded Gems

£6.50

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.