Kristina Werner Challenge #45

Time for another Kristina Challenge.

This time it was totally mono chromatic and I had the perfect reason for it. My neighbour is getting married in a few weeks and the theme will be all black and white. So when I saw this challenge I thought it was obvious what I needed to do.

As you can see I have used Crystal Effects to give the hearts a 3D, smooth and shiny look. It is o'so touchable too.

(Sorry about the orientation - but it just wouldnot up load in landscape!!)

I received a set of stamps from the new 2009-2010 Ideas Book And Catalogue this week and just couldn't wait to use them. I have used the dual heart stamp with the Happy Future sentiment but this doesn't mean it has to be used for a wedding/love theme. It could very easily be used for a girl theme etc.


The set is called Greatings Eight Stamp set and contains pretty much what the title suggests. There is a stamp for every occasion from Birthdays to Fathers Day, which makes it a great value set and will be priced at only $49.95.


I have also had a sneak peek at 8 other new items and have also got all the new IN COLOUR range of card stock and papers. I am as happy as a pig in mud right now. If you want to join me for a rumble in the mud then contact me today to book a workshop. Don't wait too long though. April is filling up fast as there is school holidays in this month and not to mention EASTER.


Also, don't forget to get your orders in now for the retiring list as by 31st of March they will all be gone and I certainly would hate for you to regret missing out on them.




Can't wait to hear from you. Cheers Alison.

Stampin' Up's! Retiring list

Hello all,

Well I thought it was high time I listed the Retiring list to my website. As you may already know, Stampin' Up! is retiring a HUGE amount of their products to make way for the 2009 - 2010 Ideas Book and Catalogue. Apparently this is the largest amount they have ever retired, but seeing as it is my first year at this then there really is no bench mark.

However, one bench mark that always makes me sit up and take notice is one that has %off listed next to it!!! LOL. Well you guessed it. There are quite a few with 25% marked off and even 2 with 50% marked off. WOW. Have a look here at the full retirement list to snatch up a few of these bargains before they all sell out.

Unfortunately, some have already sold out and some are sooooo low that you better contact me now if you want to place an order. I will list below the items that are Unavailable and Low Quantity

STAMP SETS

Forever in my Heart - pg 32 - $43.95
Dad's Day - pg 33 - $32.96
Polka Dot & Paisley - pg 46 - $35.95
Symbols of Solictude - pg 49 - $24.95
Unfrogettable - pg 54 - $48.95
Bundle of Joy - pg 58 - $45.95
Everything Baby - pg 58 $33.95
Ahoy, Matey - pg 62 - $45.95
By Land - pg 63 - $45.95
Stipple Rose - pg 74 - $25.95
All I have seen - pg 75 - $29.95
Fabulous Flowers - pg 79 - $43.95
Beautiful Life - pg 83 - $39.95
Natural Beauty - pg 84 -$39.95
Bareback - pg 86 - $37.95
Itty Bitty Backgrounds - pg 97 - $24.95
Classic Backgrounds - pg 102 - $29.95
Linen - pg 107 - $33.95
It's your Birthday - pg 111 - $58.95
Cheery Chat - pg 115 - $57.95
Much Appreciated - pg 118 - $26.95
Best Friends Alphabet Lower - pg 124 - $52.95
Best Friends Alphabet Upper - pg 124 - $52.95
Best Friends Numbers - pg 124 - $33.95
Short Order Numbers - pg 124 - $48.95
ABC images - pg 125 - $60.95

WHEELS

Gifts Galore - pg 28 - $11.95
Garden Annuals - pg 40 - $11.95
Birthday - pg 42 - $15.95
Flip Flops - pg 53 - $11.95
Daisy Field - pg 54 - $11.95
Lily Pad - pg 54 - $11.95
Matey's Map - pg 62 - $15.95
Fishy - pg 67 - $ 11.95
Leaf Prints - pg 74 - $11.95
Basic Outline - pg 78 - $15.95
Flitting By - pg 81 - $15.95
Speckled - pg 91 - $15.95
Rough Texture - pg 104 - $15.95

ACCESSORIES

Basic Eyelets - pg 145 - $11.50
Earth Elements Eyelets - pg 145 - $11.50
Rich Regal eyelets - pg 145 - $11.50
Soft Subtles eyelets - pg 145 - $11.50
Earth Elements & Neutrals Buttons - pg 147 - $10.13
Earth Elements Buttons - pg 147 - $13.50
Rich Regals Buttons - pg 147 - $13.50
Soft Subtles Buttons - pg 147 - $13.50
Antique Brass Hodgepodge Hardware - pg 144 - $52.95
Pewter Hodgepodge Hardware - pg 144 - $39.71
Blue Bayou Classic ink refill - pg 129 - $4.95
Groovy Guava Classic ik refill - pg 129 - $4.95
In Colour 12" x 12" card stock - pg 129 - $17.25
Purely Pomegranate A4 card stock - pg 129 - $10.50
River Rock A4 card stock - pg 129 - $10.50
River Rock Classic ink refill - pg 129 - $4.95
Soft Sky A4 card stock - pg 129 - $10.50
Soft Sky Classic ink refill - pg 129 - $4.95
Wild Wasabi A4 card stock - pg 129 - $10.50
Wild Wasabi Classic ink refill - pg 129 - $4.95
Five in One Card Cover Envelope Template - pg 132 - $18.95
Gift Sacks - pg 133 - $5.75
Pockets and Pieces Office Accents - pg 133 - $12.71
Embossing Kit - pg 148 - $27.95
Light Blue Gingham Ribbon - pg 146 - $9.71
Black Hemp Twine - pg 147 - $4.95
Theartre Ribbon Originals - pg 147 - $23.95
Confetti Simply Scrappin' - pg 138 - $36.95


Also, in other news, Classic Stampin' Pads are going up to $11.95 as of the 1st of April, so grab a few of your favourites by placing an order with me today.

Cheers for now. Alison

Kristina Werner Challenge #44

Hello again all,

I know, I know. I have been a super slack blogger. Man I would have thought that I would have been more organised now that the kids are back in school but I think I am busier than ever. Anyway, I have found time to put a card together for Kristina's challenge but I must confess. I used this colour challenge to make my very good friend, Sophia's, birthday card for tomorrow - HAPPY 40TH SOPHIA.

Here are the colours;


And here is my effort.



The photo may not be a very good one but I must admit the colours look great together. Thanks again Kristina for yet another great set of colurs.

Cheers for now.

Kristina Werner Challenge #42

Hi all,

So sorry that I haven't blogged for a while. I have been a bit busy with school stuff and also making a plague for a friend of my mum's It turned out quite nice so I will post a photo of it a little later.

But right now I have the current Kristina Werner challenge to show you. Here are the colours she gave us this week. As you can see she has used Kiwi Kiss which we don't have here in Oz so I have substituted with Old Olive.



And here is my entry. I have used 2 stamp sets and both of them are from the Hostess benefits sets; Oh, So Lovely and For a Friend.



Here are all the materials used;
Stamp sets - Oh, So Lovely; For a Friend
Card Stock - Old Olive, Really Rust, More Mustard and Whisper White
DS Papers - Prints DS Paper - Old Olive
Stamp Pads - Staz On Black;
Ribbons - 1/4" White Grosgrain
Other - Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Pastels

Let me know what you think.

Kristina Werner Challenge #41

Hello all,

Here is my contribution to Kristina's current challenge.



I actually made this card a while ago now but felt it applied to this challenge perfectly.



I actually love the combination of blacks, reds and whites together but I am not always brave enough to use them.
Anyway, enjoy and keep being crafty

A Beautifully fixed card

Well this time I thought that I would show you how I fixed a plain card and made it more interesting.


I made this card on the weekend but wasn't quite happy with it. I asked my husband and my 7 year old daughter, Gabriella - who just happens to be my best critic - what they thought. They both agreed that it was just a little too plain and it needed the white card broken up a bit. I placed it on my buffet where I would walk past it continuously and be able to be inspired further. This, however was fruitless and I decided to abondon my efforts and put the card away. After placing it on my workbench and getting about my housework on Monday, I just happened to walk past it one more time, and that's when inspiration hit. I got to work and made my adjustments. I added some linen thread to the top, changed the orientation of the white grosgrain ribbon and then added some buttons I had lying around (probably leftovers from those extras you get from kids clothes!!) I did have the edges of the flowers curled up before but they do look better now with buttons added.

What do you think?



Both my husband and daughter agreed it was an improvement. Phew!

Here's the materials I used;

Card stock; Lovely Lilac, Pink Passion, Green Galore, Whisper White
Stampin' Pads; Lovely Lilac, Pink Passion, Green Galore
Stamp Sets; A beautiful life, Short and Sweet
Ribbons; 1/4" White grosgrain
Punches; Scallop edge punch
Accessories; Linen Thread, Stampin' Dimensionals, Adhesive
Buttons - not Stampin' Up!

Make a wish in Old Olive and Blue Bayou

Ok so I can definately see another theme creeping in here with me again. It is safe to say I must be over my Bashful Blue and Real Red phase, and heading fast into my Old Olive stage. I seem to be using it in every project I make these days. Oh well, let's call it an Old Olive Showcase instead!

I have also been trying to challenge myself to make more masculine cards lately as well, so hopefully this one will pass muster.

Here are the materials I used;

Card Stock - Old Olive, Blue Bayou, Soft Sky, Whisper White
Stampin' Pads - Craft White, Blue Bayou, Soft Sky
Stamp sets - Big Bold Birthday
DS Paper - Spring Break
Ribbon - Whisper White grosgrain
Sponge daubers
adhesive
stampin' dimensionals

Techniques used;

Paper tearing
layering
Stamping off
Distressing with sponge daubers

If any of these techniques interest you or are new to you then let me know and I will put together a detailed description.
Or better still, book a workshop with me today and I will show you in person.

Enjoy!