How to Make More Embellishments

How to Make More Embellishments – Fussing Cut your DSP – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

How to Make More Embellishments - Fussing Cut your DSP - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
How to Make More Embellishments – Fussing Cut your DSP – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

I love the Gingerbread & Peppermint Designer Series Paper (DSP) as it has all these wonderful images that can easily be cut out to make a ton of embellishments. No need for an extra die cut pack. You can just use what you have already and have coordinating stuff. This paper also comes with a stamp and matching die set that will further extend the life of this collection and give you so many options to create.

measurements

  • Real Red A6 Cardbase. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Tidings of Christmas – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Gingerbread & Peppermint DSP – 14.35cm X 2.5cm 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

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The last hurrah – Bird Ballad Card – Stampin’ Up!

This the last hurrah for the Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper (DSP). All our DSP is retiring on the 2nd June. I am using my favourites for the last few projects of this catalogue year.

The last hurrah -  Bird Ballad Card - Stampin' Up!
The last hurrah – Bird Ballad Card – Stampin’ Up!

I have used this paper quite a number of times but still have some left. It is simply gorgeous and perfect for those who enjoy fussy cutting. Personally, I have hate fussy cutting. I do it when I have to achieve the effect I want such as in this instance. Some people find it relaxing, I find it a chore. I’ve come to the conclusion that I am not patient enough!!

I will admit that the fussy cut birds to look beautiful against the simpler background. It will be sad to see them go. The stamp called Free a Bird, thankfully, is not retiring so we can all enjoy still part of this suite or products.

measurements

  • Thick Whisper White A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Bird Ballad DSP – 14.35cm x 10cm

The birds have been enjoying this nice weather as well. They wake me up every morning early with their dawn songs. I love watching them searching for food in the garden. They are so free and I am jealous. I hope we can be as free as a bird soon.

Other projects using bird Ballad DSP

I hope you enjoyed this project and thank you for dropping by. The video tutorial and supply list are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Whisper White A4 Card Stock

Bone Folder

Paper Trimmer

Snail Adhesive

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Stampin' Dimensionals

Whisper White A4 Thick Cardstock

Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper

Free As A Bird Cling Stamp Set

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

Noble Peacock Rhinestones

Timeless Label Punch

See a Silhouette – Happy Birthday – Stampin’ Up!

I haven’t used the See a Silhouette Designer Series Paper (DSP) as yet and thought I would change that with this card. This card is bright and bold but very simple and easy to make.

See a Silhouette - Happy Birthday - Stampin' Up!
See a Silhouette – Happy Birthday – Stampin’ Up!

The See a Silhouette DSP has a sheet with all these flowers on it. I’ve fussy cut these out to use on this card. It was super easy to do while I was watching TV. I’ve used the DSP for the background as well. The sentiment is from one of my favourite sets Perennial Birthday. I love big and bold sentiments as they make for easy and simple cards.

measurements

  • Thick Whisper White A6 Cardbase – (This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half)
  • See a Silhouette DSP – 14.35cm x 10cm

I am pleased that I’ve used this DSP and I think I rather like it. I want to try and use up as much of my paper before it retires at the end of May. Do you have any crafting goals for this year?

other simple projects

There is the normal video tutorial and supply list below. Thank you for dropping by and until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

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Birds of A Feather – Magnetic Bookmark

I have a great little project to share with you today. This is a magnetic bookmark using the fun and cheerful Birds of a Feather stamp set from Stampin’ Up!. If you haven’t seen this stamp set, you really must take a peek. It is fun without being tacky or rude.

Birds of A Feather - Magnetic Bookmark
Birds of A Feather – Magnetic Bookmark

I love this little chick. He is cute and dinky. I’ve coloured him in using the Stampin’ Blends alcohol markers. It’s really simple colouring to give a great effect. I’ve stamped the chick on whisper white and then fussy cut him out so that you won’t see any of the bleed-through from the markers. I used a small pair of magnetic sheets that I got online for the magnetic closure.

If you know anyone like me who is in love with books, then this would be a great little stocking stuffer. You could also add it as an extra handmade surprise if you are giving them a special book.

I’ve done two versions of this bookmark, one with rounded edge and one without. Which do you like best? Let me know below.

measurements

  • Whisper White Cardstock – 6″ x 2″, scored at 3″ on the 6″ side.

As always there is a video tutorial and supply list below.

other projects you may like

Thank you for visiting and I hope to see you. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

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Rose Birthday Card – Mosaic Mood DSP

I have this simple fussy cut rose birthday card to share with you today. I have used the Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper (DSP). The flowers in this DSP have an embossed feel to them for added interest. I’ve matched my cardstock colours to that of the DSP.

Rose Birthday Card - Mosaic Mood DSP
Rose Birthday Card – Mosaic Mood DSP

The Mosaic Mood DSP is gorgeous. I’ve used it a number of times and I love it more and more each time. I’ve embossed the background Terracotta Tile cardstock with the Country Floral embossing folder to give interest where there are no other elements.

This is a very simple card but the DSP really makes it pop. I love cards like these as they require very little product to make something beautiful.

measurements

  • Thick Whisper White A6 cardbase (This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half)
  • Terracotta Tile Cardstock – 14.35cm x 10cm

Other projects using Mosaic Mood dsp

There are a supply list and video tutorial below.

Thank you for staying and until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

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Thank you card Tutorial – Bird Ballard Suite

Thank you card tutorial using the Bird Ballard suite of products from Stampin’ Up!

I have another card to share with you today that features fussy cutting. Yes, its the birds again from the Bird Ballard designer series paper (DSP). I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I love the birds on this paper.

As I write this I can hear the birds tweeting merrily away outside. I think they are happy the days of rain have stopped and that we have a dry sunny day here today. I took my mother to the Chinese supermarket in town to get some mooli which is an Indian white radish. It is also called a daikon and is eaten often in South and East Asia. Outside the shop, there is a starling’s nest that has one baby. This baby is not too clever though, bless it. It keeps flying into the shop and the mother is forever calling for it to come back out. Perhaps it’s trying to imitate us and going shopping for food instead of searching the ground for it.

Thank you card tutorial using the Bird Ballard Suite or products from Stampin' Up!
Thank you card using the Bird Ballard Suite of products from Stampin’ Up!

This card is another quick and easy make. The focal image is just fussy cut from the Bird Ballard DSP and then a quick sentiment is stamped and the card assembled.

Measurements

  • Pool Party A6 card base
  • Pretty Peacock In Colours 2019 – 2021 DSP 13.35 cm x 9 cm.
  • Scalloped Lace Trim – 12 cm long

One reason I love Stampin’ Up! is that the coordination of products is great. This is shown here with matching ink and card base.

other projects using the Bird Ballard DSP

As always there is a video and supply this below.

So, have you got this paper yet? If so show me the projects you’ve been making with it. I love to read comments and see all your gorgeous projects.

Until next time, Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Thank you card Tutorial

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Memorable Mosaic Sunken Birthday Card

The Memorable Mosaic Designer Series Paper (DSP) is used to make this cute and easy birthday card with a sunken sentiment.

he Memorable Mosaic Designer Series Paper (DSP) is being used to make this cute and easy birthday card with a sunken sentiment.
Birthday card using the Memorable Mosaic Suite of products from Stampin’ Up!

Another completed another project using the Memorable Mosaic Suite of products. I love the ease and versatility of this paper. You can fussy cut it or just use it as it is for projects.

I have always loved Roman history and actually took Latin up to GCSE. I find this paper is reminiscent of a Roman mosaic. The inspiration for this card was actually the Roman baths which you step down into such as the Roman baths in Bath.

I have termed this card a sunken card. I have popped up the outer frame on two layers of foam tape, the next frame in on one layer and then the sentiment is flush with the card base.

other projects using this paper

There are a few other projects I made using this suite of products. These include a bag with a magnetic closure and another card with two birds kissing. Which project do you prefer? Leave me a comment below and let me know. Personally, I feel this is my favourite as I love the vibrant colours of the terracotta tile and crushed curry in the bird.

As always I have done a video on YouTube and the supply list is below.

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative xx

Greetings card using the Memorable Mosaic Suite of Products from Stampin’ Up!

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Bird Ballard – Happy Birthday Card

Birds, Birds, gorgeous birds. This card uses the Bird Ballard designer series paper (DSP) from Stampin’ Up! Simple, easy and beautiful. What more could you want.

Bird Ballard paper is made for fussy cutting. Two birthday cards made using this pretty paper from Stampin' Up!
Bird Ballard paper is made for fussy cutting. Two birthday cards made using this pretty paper from Stampin’ Up!

Birds, Birds, Birds!! This suite is all about the birdies. The Bird Ballard paper is made for the fussy cutter fanatic. I love the dawn chorus most days but this morning I have to say it woke me up at 3.30am and which I didn’t appreciate.

Bird Ballard designer series of paper used to make this birthday card using supplies from Stampin' Up!
Bird Ballard designer series of paper used to make this birthday card

I have always been lucky to live in tree lined streets and areas with lots of hedges and vegetation. We moved to Lincoln 3 years ago from London. In London, I loved only a street away from the busy North Circular road and yet the number of birds we had was amazing due to all the hedges. There were often magpies, black birds, crows as well as lots of little robbins on the grass verges or making a cacophony of noise in the trees.

measurements

  • Standard A6 Early Espresso Card base
  • Bird Ballard DSP – 14.35cm x 10cm
  • Whisper white – 8.5cm x 3cm
  • Early Espresso small piece – 9cm x 3.5cm
  • Early Espresso large piece – 9.cm x 7.5cm

I’m not a mad fan of fussy cutting but this paper made me do it. What do you think of this paper? Leave me a comment below.

As usual a video showing how I made this card and the supply list is below.

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative. xx

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Birthday Card – Memorable Mosaic

Simple and Sweet Birthday Card

Fussy Cut Humming Birds Kissing Birthday Card

Hello,

Welcome to my first birthday card of the new Stampin’ Up! catalogue. Can you believe that we are approaching half way through the year. I certainly can’t. I have exciting new for you all. Tomorrow is the launch of the new annual catalogue. If you haven’t got your copy already then just click on the contact me button and I will get one right out to you.

The new catalogue is full of yummy goodies, one of these being the Memorable Mosaic Suite of products. Demonstrators were lucky enough to get the paper free at OnStage Local in April and I was able to order the matching stamp and punch in my preorder. There is a video showing all my preorder on my YouTube Channel.

This paper is fabulous and as it has many elements that can be fussy cut out as I have done here with these two “kissing” birds.

Simple and Easy Birthday Card using the Memorable Mosaic Suite of Products from Stampin’ Up!

The measurements for this cards are very simple:

  • Terracotta Tile A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then each half folded in half.
  • Whisper White Matt piece – 14.35cm x 10cm
  • Scraps of Whisper White

All the supplies used are listed below. I love this card as its so simple and easy to make but looks beautiful while showing off the detail of the designer series paper.

I hope you like it as much as I do. The video showing how to make this card is below. I love to read your comments so please do leave a comment.

Thank you for stopping by.

Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

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