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Tuesday 30 September 2014

GATEFOLD VINTAGE

Morning all,

The card I am sharing today is a Gatefold Card using a lovely image which I think was from Magic Moonlight.  The papers are Melissa Frances papers and the flowers were from Live and Love Crafts.

  






Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Monday 29 September 2014

VINTAGE


Morning  all,


Monday morning again, and the start to another week.  The weeks sure are flying by quickly, it will be Christmas before we know it.

I think I feel a Vintage week coming on!  I have accumulated so many photos which have not been posted over the past few months, so this week will be a week of makes which I made some time ago.  

Gosh, this is like a trip down Memory Lane for me, I made this card simply ages ago.  the image is from Nicrane Designs I think and the die-cut is a Tim Holtz On the Edge die.
 


Whatever you have planned for today, I hope it goes well.

Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Sunday 28 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - Emporium of Curiosities

Hi all,

Sunday already!  Where did the time go to last week!

Today sees the final card I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  
Actually I do have more to post, but I will do them at a later date.

I have no idea what to call this type of card.  I just started with a narrowish rectangle with fold at the top.  It was something that had been cut down from a previous make, and sort of fell into my hands.  I was sat pondering what to do, and this is what just sort of happened!  Does this make sense?  You cannot really see the papers, but I can tell you they are the lovely 'Fatale' set again.  The bookmark topper is from a beautiful set from the Emporium of Curiosities theme.  I absolutely love these.  They can be decorated up just as bookmarks, or they are so pretty used as they are, or they can be used as toppers on a card.  And of course they are great to pop into pockets too.  

A great idea I have had is to use these as a gift voucher for an online shop by writing the code on the reverse side.  Yes?  What do you think?

Actually, I was quite pleased with the finished result of this one.







'Fatale' papers
'Emporium of Curiosities' Bookmark toppers

Thank you so much for looking and for all your lovely comments again this week.  A very warm welcome to new followers.  I really do appreciate your comments, it is a lovely feeling to log on and find these awaiting reading.

What shall I do next?  Shall we have a week of Vintage?  I might do that this week, or maybe the week after.

Have a lovely day,

Judy x




Saturday 27 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - 'FATALE'

Hi all,

Here we are again to showcase some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  

This time I made a 7 x 5 inch card instead of a square.  Again there is a pocket on the front, and I went quite Shabby chic!




Fatale Papers 
Emporium of Curiosities Bookmark

 
Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Friday 26 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - FILL IT WITH POSTCARDS AND TAGS

Hi all,

Here we are again to showcase some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  

It will come as no surprise to see I have made another envelope card.  You might remember I went quite mad on making these.  (Well I still am to be honest!).  The 12 inch papers were ideal for making a larger size envelope.






'Retro Roses' papers
'Kew'  Postcard topper
Flowers and shabby ribbon from Live and Love Crafts
 
Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Thursday 25 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - RETRO ROSES - SPECIAL DAY

Hi all,

This morning I am continuing to showcase some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  

Don't be shocked!  Yes, see it is official I can make just an ordinary square card! Haha.
I just love how this gorgeous 12 inch pack of 'Retro Roses' papers includes designs that all co-ordinate with each other.  The other nice thing is that the design on the 12 inch papers  does not go too large, which is usually the case.  The pack of  'Special Day' toppers, well this is a must to have in stock.  How often do we need a celebration card made up last minute!

 


'Retro Roses' papers
'Special Day'  toppers
 
Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Wednesday 24 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - FRIENDSHIP

Hi all,

Again I am continuing to showcase some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  

This time I made a 'friendship card'.  Well, that is what I am calling it.  The inside contains a pocket with a herbal teabag and a nice verse.  I just cannot get enough of these papers!

 




'Kew' papers
'Teacup Zoo' toppers
Tim Holtz butterfly die
 
Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Tuesday 23 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS - 'Kew'

Hi all,

This morning I am continuing to showcase some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands  

This time I made a front pocket card.  I had such fun.  I always think it is so rewarding when a simple card looks so effective due to the lovely papers, and really it is good to let them lead the way occasionally.    Aren't these 'Kew' papers and postcard toppers gorgeous!





'Kew' papers
'Kew' Postcard toppers

Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

Monday 22 September 2014

FREEBIE ALERT for the first 20 of my followers!

Hi again

Yes, two posts in one morning!  But oh look at this!

WOW  Just look what I have read in a lovely comment received from Tracy at Cardmaker's Delights 

Read the comment I have copied below.

THANKYOU SO MUCH Tracy, that is so very kind.  I have some lovely followers and am sure they will really appreciate this just as much as I do.



As a little surprise, the first 20 of your blog followers can grab a FREE digital download worth £1.25 from our website using the coupon code INKYPINKY during checkout. Absolutely no purchase necessary. Tracy x

How lovely is that for first thing on a Monday morning!

Please scroll down for my early morning post.

KRAFTYHANDS - 'Fatale'

Hi all,

This morning is the start of a week showcasing some of the cards I have been making using lovely products from Kraftyhands   

I must say I just love the toppers, Postcard toppers and papers.  I just cannot believe the quality of the papers for the price they are charging.  Absolutely brilliant!  And the designs are lovely too.  My favourites so far have to be 'Kew' and 'Fatale'.  Take a look and see what you think.  I wonder which would be your favourites?  (Kraftyhands    ).  Oh and the good news is that there is a link to their Blog and their Challenge Blog too.  For anyone who likes working with Cd's, well you will be blown away with the choice.  As most of you will lknow I am not a Cd girl, but I just love their products.

So, onto my first card.

I made a Horizontal multifold card, with the inside turning into a sort of Tent card.
The papers are 'Fatale' and the image is from the set of 'Fatale' Postcard toppers.








Thank you so much for looking.  

Have a lovely day,

Judy x


Sunday 21 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS - pocket card

Hi all,

This morning I have another card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

Well, this is the last one using these lovely images for the moment.  I am not sure which pack this lovely topper came from but am sure Tracy can tell you. 

These gorgeous papers came from Kraftyhands.  This has to be my favourite pack (Kew).  It is a pack of 6 inch papers and the quality is really second to none.  I thought they teamed rather well with this image.  It is a pocket card as can be seen a little better from the second photo.

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Thank you so much for looking and for all your lovely comments received.  A very warm welcome to my new followers too.  I am not sure just what I will be showing you next but will try and continue to share and be a good Blogger.

Have a lovely day,

Judy x

  Judy x

Saturday 20 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS

Hi all,

This morning I have another card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

I just love this pack of romantic couples images!  In face I am always torn which one to use because I like them all.

Again this is one I made last year.  Yes, I am gradually starting to make headway on sharing my saved photos.

You will see I have been raiding my store of embellishments from Live and Love Crafts too here.

 
Thank you  so much for looking, I will be back again tomorrow, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Friday 19 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS and lost mojo!

Hi all,

MISSING - One Mojo!  If anyone sees my Mojo idling about can you give me a shout please!

This morning I have another card to share that I  made some time ago using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

The photo is pretty rubbish.  I am sorry for this.  However, I hope you can see the lovely image.  Another of the lovely girlies from the pack I so like.  I made a Trifold card and added a pocket where I popped apacket of Sweet Pea seeds in.  This one was for a friend's birthday last year.



Seriously, my Mojo has taken a hike, please send some inspiration my way!


Thank you  so much for looking.  I will be back again tomorrow, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Thursday 18 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS

Hi all,

This morning I have another card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

Isn't this image gorgeous!  In fact every one in the pack I just love. Tracy really excels on the vintage Ladies images.

I made this card last year for a friend's birthday.

The papers are from a DCWV pack.

The Rosette Ribbon and flowers are from Live and Love Crafts



Thank you  so much for looking, I will be back again tomorrow, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Wednesday 17 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS

Hi all,

This morning I have another card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

This is a card that Mum asked me to make for her last year. 



The papers are from Crafty Individuals and the flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts.

I am not sure which pack this lovely image is from but I am sure Tracy at Cardmaker's Delights will be able to tell you.  It could well have been from the Mystery Pack - gosh that was such good value, such a lovely mixture of designs and such a good price too.


Thank you  so much for looking, I will be back again tomorrow, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Tuesday 16 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS

Hi all,

This morning I have another full size card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

I made this card simply ages ago and it is one of several I will share with you over the next few days.







Thank you  so much for looking, I will be back again tomorrow morning, same place, same time! haha.  Have a lovely day.

Judy x

Monday 15 September 2014

CHRISTMAS CARDS ALL YEAR ROUND CHALLENGE mid month Inspiration

Hi everyone

Today sees the midway point for the Challenge at CCAYR, which is entitled 

'Keep it Krafty'.  Use kraft cardstock along with white and cream you can also incorporate somegrey or black if you like

I have made another quick card.  You know I am quite liking these type of cards for a quick option.



 Cheery Lynn dies
Embossing
Stitchy Bears image
Items from stash

Do pop over to the Challenge Blog at CCAYR,  and take a look at the talented Design Team's  lovely creations.  I do hope you can join in with this lovely Challenge. 

Thank you so much for looking,

Judy x

Friday 12 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS - BABY CARD (full size)

Hi all,

This morning I have another card to share that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

This time I was actually making a baby card, and it will come as no surprise to see it is another envelope card, but this time full size.  This is the start of one or two full size cards.

The tags are handmade using matching papers with the lovely Vintage topper peeping through at the front.  I had such fun making all these you know, once I got started there was no stopping me.  The blue papers are from my stash.  I really struggle to find blue papers.  Or  did til lastweek when I spotted some lovely ones at LOTV.  I wish I had had those when I made this card.

What a lovely bear image!  And each one in the pack is different and yet so lovely.  Great for children or baby cards!






I used mainly items from my stash for these cards.
And that is it for now.  I hope you have been inspired.  The little mini makes were a real joy to make, as was this one which is a full size card.  

I will be back after the weekend with the remaining cards to share.

Thank you  so much for looking, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Thursday 11 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS MINI MAKES - 4

Hi all,

This morning I have the last of the mini makes to share, that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

Yes another little mini envelope card to show you.  And of course the toppers are slotted into the handmade envelope.  





I used mainly items from my stash for these cards.

 I will be back tomorrow with a larger make to share.

Thank you  so much for looking, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Wednesday 10 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS MINI MAKES - 3

Hi all,

This morning I have another follow up to yesterday's post where I am sharing a few mini makes that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

Today I have another little mini envelope card to show you.  And of course the toppers are slotted into the handmade envelope.  





I used mainly items from my stash for these cards.

 I will be back tomorrow with the next one.

Thank you  so much for looking, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Tuesday 9 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS MINI MAKES - 2

Hi all,

So, this is the follow up to yesterday's post where I am sharing a few mini makes that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

Today I have a little mini envelope card to show you.  And of course the toppers are slotted into the handmade envelope.  




I used mainly items from my stash for these cards.

 I will be back tomorrow with the next one.

Thank you  so much for looking, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Monday 8 September 2014

CARDMAKER'S DELIGHTS - MINI MAKES 1

Hi all,

I have a whole load of card photos built up in my folder to show you, but have just not had the time to share them.  So, this week I thought I would share a few that I have made using the lovely Vintage Topper images from Cardmaker's Delights

For anyone who has not seen these gorgeous Vintage images I can tell you they are brilliant quality.  Tracy is a great seller and I have always had very quick delivery.  I notice that there are now some of them available in digi form too.  This is the link to the website, but you can also access them on Amazon.  Oh, and the postage is also so very reasonable which means such a lot these days.  -   Cardmaker's Delights

So, remember some time ago I made a good few mini cards using Kraftyhands products?  Well, at the same time I also made some mini cards using Cardmaker's Delights toppers too.  So, I will show you some of these first.  Today I have a little mini easel card to show you.  And of course the toppers are slotted into the handmade envelope.  (yes I went envelope mad, and still love making them!)

I used mainly items from my stash for these cards.

This is the first one, I will be back tomorrow with the next one.



Thank you  so much for looking, have a lovely day.

Judy x

Sunday 7 September 2014

KRAFTYHANDS SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE - AUTUMN COLOURS

Hi everyone,

I have a DT card to share today which I have made for the Challenge at Kraftyhands which is themed 'Autumn Colours'.

I have made a shaped card for a change.  I am sure it will have been done before but I made the shape up myself in the form of a Gatefold Tag Card.  There is a pocket on the inside in which slots a further tag.   Have you seen these gorgeous papers and Toppers?  They really are fabulous quality?  I could not resist adding that googley eye!


'What a Hoot' papers and Postcard Toppers from Kraftyhands found hereWild Orchid Crafts Flowers from Live and Love Crafts
Items from stash.

I do hope you have time to pop over and take a look at the very talented Design Team's work on the Kraftyhands  blog.  It is a fabulous Challenge, it would be great if you could join in.

As always, thanks for looking, and have a great day!

Judy x

Friday 5 September 2014

FUSSY & FANCY CHALLENGE - More than one fold

Hi everyone,

I am delighted to be back with a Design Team card to share which I made for the Challenge at  Fussy and Fancy     

Yvonne  is hosting this Challenge, the  theme is entitled  'More than one fold'. and we are sponsored by  Marianne Designs

 What a lovely theme and just up my street.  Well, you will laugh, I started amking another envelope card, but this time a little different.   But I kept cutting it wrong.  Well what started off as a 6 inch card ended up a four inch!  AND  I think I had six cards in all which I made up using all the pieces I had done wrong.  Well, I just do not like waste and I knew if I put them to one side they would not get used. 

So, eventually, I had a Twisted Easel Card with envelope front enhanced by the Anja Die-cut from Marianne Design.    I just love these papers from Kraftyhands.  These are from the Fatale paperstack (I cannot believe the quality of these for the price - absolutely brilliant!) and the lovely postcard is also from Kraftyhands and this is in the set of 'Kew' postcards.



Marianne Design Anja Die-cut
These gorgeous papers are 'Fatale' from Kraftyhands
Postcard is 'Kew' from Kraftyhands
Flowers and shabby ribbon from Live and Love Crafts

I do hope you have time to pop over and take a look at the very talented Design Team's work on the Fussy and Fancy  blog.  It is a fabulous Challenge, it would be great if you could join in.

As always, thanks for looking, and have a great day!

Judy x

Monday 1 September 2014

CHRISTMAS CARDS ALL YEAR ROUND CHALLENGE - Keep it Krafty

Hi everyone

Today sees the start for the new Challenge at CCAYR, which is entitled 

'Keep it Krafty'.  Use kraft cardstock along with white and cream you can also incorporate somegrey or black if you like

Well, I do not often use Kraft, not that I do not like it, so although it is a bit out of my comfort zone and time has been very short so I needed something quite quick, I actually welcomed making this card and this is what I came up with. 


Tim Holtz and Cheery Lynn diesStitchy Bears image
Items from stash

Do pop over to the Challenge Blog at CCAYR,  and take a look at the talented Design Team's  lovely creations.  I do hope you can join in with this lovely Challenge. 

Thank you so much for looking,

Judy x