Alternative Valentine...

Instead of sending one Valentine this year, why not send 8 or 4, or 10, or how ever many you want...

I made this using the large labels I purchase at Ally Pally last year and added a medium ring to hole them all together. Covered each side of the label with pretty papers and fabrics and added various 'scrapbooking' things by Jolee's and various stamped images and stickers.

Guess what Sarn...?

I finally found a way of using that lovely organza fabric I purchased at Ally Pally. I'm actually quite pleased with the results of this card.

Since every shop in the world seems to have added Easter Eggs to their stock I thought I would start making a few Easter cards, as I'm bored already of making Valentines card (although I have made a few which I will add soon).

I cut out a section from the front of the cardstock and added the organza fabric behind it. I then cut out a section of the same size from a piece of thin white card which I added inside to cover up the raw edges of the fabric.

I then added the Whipper Snapper (Spring 2008) Easter Ribbit stamped image, which I coloured with watercolour pencils. I think he's quite cute actually... what do you think?

General News...

Just wanted to let Sarn and Shazza know that I've today posted your stamped images...look out for the postie puffing and panting... Just so that you know I've doubled up on some of the images in case you wanted to share some with step-mummy Julie as I didn't have her address to post some on to her also.

Sarn, I know you're not a big fan of Bella's but I've put in a couple of general samples for you to play with. I think you might like them, but if not pass them on to Sharon or Julie. I've added an image of the Whipper Snapper cow I thought Julie might like too.

Enjoy xxx

News...

Well. I've been on my own at work today, three staff down to one! My boss left at the end of last term and sadly, Marilyn has been at a funeral today so I've been rushed off my feet. We hope to have a new boss after the February half term, and hopefully this one will stay!!

The children are bathed and have done their homework, despite having had a day off work, my other half has crashed out on the sofa (nothing new there then!) so tonight I'm dedicating all of what's left to crafting. Watch this space!!!

Come back soon xxxx

Another Valentine... Penny Black stamp (again) and a couple of added embellishments. Tried to keep it quite simple. The bead attachment I purchased from Alexander Palace in April last year. only just found a use for them, although I have also recently added on to my mobile phone. He he he!

Friends Forever...

This is a Whipper Snapper stamp.

As you know, apart from Penny Black stamps, I just LURVE LURVE LURVE Whipper Snapper stamps (and intend to buy a lot more at Ally Pally this year! Funds allowing???)

I made this for a friend who wanted to send her best friend a really special card.

I coloured the stamp image with coloured pencils, added a couple of fab wording's and a flower. The scalloped cut out was courtesy of my best mate, Sarn and the green Zoomz were from Stamping Caz (I won one of her competitions!). The ribbon came from a local craft store.

Young Love...

I love this stamp by Stampabilities called, 'Together Under Moon'. Perfect for anniversaries or simply telling someone you love them.

I left the image black and white as I thought colouring it in would distract everyone from the lovely coloured papers (miscellaneous).

Added green and pink ribbon and wording.

Thank you...

A special thank you card for Sarn as she sent me these lovely Banana Frog clear flower stamps. I love this Penny Black stamp too (Could you tell? Is there a Penny Black stamp I DON'T like??? NO!), he's perfect for Spring! And just right for saying thank you to a special friend... a bezzie friend!!!!

Penny Black Valentine

Another one of my fave Penny Black stamps.

I know I said Valentines Day was 'Bah, St Valentine's' but I've caught the bug now, well the card making 'love' bug anyway. I do love my Penny Blacks, especially the ones with hearts and flowers etc.

I love this background paper too but unfortunately I can't remember where I purchased it from or who makes it and there's no label or printing on the back.

He makes me smile. Hope he's added a little cupid's bow to your day too.

F x

Inpiration Jar (Photo)

Here's a picture of my inspiration jar, although I'm sure if I was making a new one now I could decorate it better. I might add a few more bits to it or re-do it soon as it's looking a bit grubby now where I keep reaching for it, for...inspiration ha ha ha!

I hope this gives you some good ideas.

Happy crafting! Fae xxx