How to Make a Single Z Fold Card

How to Make a Single Z Fold Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

How to Make a Single Z Fold Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Single Z Fold Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

I have a fun fold card to share with you today. This is a single z-fold card with a flap. I love the clean and simple style of this card. The stamp set is an old favourite of mine Biggest Wish. I’ve used it countless times.

How to Make a Single Z Fold Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Single Z Fold Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

I have made this card in two different colour ways. Let me know which one you prefer in the comments. Do you like to make fancy fold cards?

measurements

  • Pecan Pie / Sweet Sorbet 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 1 piece
    • 4.75cm X 14.35cm X 4 pieces
  • Pecan Pie / Sweet Sorbet Designer Serie Paper – 13.85cm X 4.25cm X 4 pieces
How to Make a Single Z Fold Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK
How to Make a Single Z Fold Card – Biggest Wish – 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

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 Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card

Make a Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card – Petal Park – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Make a Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card - Petal Park - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card – Petal Park – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

I wasn’t sure about this card at all. I added all the rhinestones and it just made it all come together. It’s amazing how a small finishing touch can add so much to a card. I used the pretty flowers from Petal Park to decorate the simple wreath from the Cottage Wreaths set.

I have made this card in two colour ways, The pink version above or the purple one below. Which do you like best? Let me know in the comments below.

Make a Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card - Petal Park - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Make a Cottage Wreaths Thank You Card – Petal Park – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Gorgeous Grape / Flirty Flamingo Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – 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.

Make a Postbox Themed Card

Make a Postbox Themed Card – Stamped with Love – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Postbox Themed Card - Stamped with Love - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Postbox Themed Card – Stamped with Love – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love this cute little postbox from the Stamped with Love stamp set. Recently I’ve noticed all our local postboxes and taken note of the emblems on them. Our local one is from the reign of George V and the one around the corner is even further back to Edward VII. I did see one in a local village that is Queen Victoria. Amazingly, these post boxes have been standing for so long. I do love a hit of history.

This little post box has been coloured using Cherry Cobbler and Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers. The envelope is Soft Sea Foam.

The cardbase is one of our notecards with matching envelopes. It is smaller than a standard A6 card base and perfect for a little thank-you card.

Measurements

  • Soft Sea Foam Cardstock – 4 3/4″ X 3 1/4″
  • Poppy Parade & Crumb Cake Cardstock – 4″ X 2 1/2″

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 Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now

Make a Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

Make a Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Make a Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is another card we made in May Card club. This is an online card that happens in my Facebook Group. You can find out all the details here. The colours I’ve used for the daisies are Basic White and the new colour Lemon Lolly. I think it really pops well against the dark designer series paper. The sentiment is from Timeless Arrangements. I’ve heat-embossed it in white so it pops. This card has been made in two colour ways. Which do you prefer?

Make a Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
Make a Cheerful Daisies Die Cut Card Now – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Lost Lagoon / Misty Moonlight Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 card cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 10cm X 7.5cm

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.

Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card

Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love all the new blues that have been introduced to our colour families. They are so pretty. I decided to compare some of them here in this card. I’ve repeatedly stamped the same sentiment in different colours. It really works well.

The stamp set is a firm favourite of mine, Biggest Wish. I’m so happy that is carried over from last year’s catalogue to this one. I would be lost without it.

Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Introducing New Blue Colours Thanks Card – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Misty Moonlight Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm X 2 pieces
  • Misty Moonlight Designer Series Paper (DSP)

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.

Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card

Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card – Timeless Arrangements – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Lazy Days - Make a Thank You Card - Timeless Arrangements - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Lazy Days – Make a Thank You Card – Timeless Arrangements – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

The Lazy Days stamp set screams long hot summer days to me. It was, for this reason, I was in two minds about buying it but then I thought some more. You can use this set in many different ways. It could even be used for a Christmas card with the rocking chair next to a tree and a pile of presents. Once I could see the versatility of the set it as in my basket.

My favourite image in this set is the rocking chair. My Granny used to have two rocking chairs in the lounge and now I have them. As a child, I used to love rocking in the chair and so rocking chairs hold a special place in my heart.

Measurements

  • Pumpkin Pie 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.

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.

A Little Note Of Thanks – Songbirds

A Little Note Of Thanks – Songbirds – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

A Little Note Of Thanks - Songbirds - Happiness Abounds - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
A Little Note Of Thanks – Songbirds – Happiness Abounds – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

As I can write this in Lincoln the wind is blowing its guts out. I was thinking of any little birds and thinking the poor mites would be blown away if they weren’t careful.

This card has a lovely spring feel to it. Baby birds are one of the quintessential marks of spring as are new fresh green leaves. This card combines both of these.

measurements

  • Balmy Blue 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
  • Hugs of Happiness 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

[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.

Another Way to Use an Embossing Folder

Another Way to Use an Embossing Folder – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Another Way to Use an Embossing Folder - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Another Way to Use an Embossing Folder – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

This is a fun way to use your embossing folders as well as a great way to use up scraps. I stuck down the little squares of the designer series paper (DSP) first. The whole panel was then run through my die-cutting machine with the Gingham embossing folder.

This technique makes the DSP look as if it is embedded in the background. Such fun and has a very different look.

measurements

  • Pale Papaya Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Dandy Designs DSP – 4cm X 4cm X 6 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

£45.75

Bone Folder

£6.75

Paper Trimmer

£24.00

Simply Shammy

£8.00

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 Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial

How Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial – Focus Friday – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

How Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial - Focus Friday - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial – Focus Friday – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

During the month of October Focus Friday is going to be looking at Heat Embossing. In this post, we are learning the basics of heat embossing. Heat embossing is a very easy technique that always gives a wow effect to your card. It really feels like magic watching the dull powder, turn glossy and shiny.

There are a number of tips I want to give you. Remember practice makes perfect. You will need to use a “sticky” ink like Versamark to heat emboss. You need very little powder to achieve a great effect. I always use an embossing buddy on my paper before I start to get rid of any static. This means the embossing powder will only stick where there is ink. Lastly, let your heat tool heat up for 30 seconds away from your card. This means it will be hot already and the powder will take less time to melt. This reduces the chance of any powder blowing away.

How Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial - Focus Friday - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
How Do I Heat Emboss? Simple Tips Tutorial – Focus Friday – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Evening Evergreen / Soft Succulent Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Lovely Linen 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

 

£45.75

 

Bone Folder

 

£6.75

 

Paper Trimmer

 

£24.00

 

Stampin' Seal

 

£7.50

 

Tear & Tape Adhesive

 

Simply Shammy

 

£8.00

 

Take Your Pick

 

£9.50

 

Versamark Pad

 

£9.00

 

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.