Now onto the cards and projects. These have all been made with the glorious new papers and washi from Lisa Horton Crafts
Christmas Romance
This is a simple snowflake card made with a section of the papers from Christmas Romance. The patterning perfectly matches the previously released snowflake dies.
Washi Heart
The washi roll makes creating personal Christmas gifts easy. Here I used the Christmas Romance washi to cover a simple heart. The floral toppers were also taken from the washi and backed onto gold card to create a warm background. Then I created a matching gift box decorated with the papers.
Washi Poinsettia
This card topper is taken from the washi once again. This time I backed it onto white card before mounting it within the red frame – die cut using the Nested Stitched Bubble Squares.
Kraft Poinsettia
This card brings together elements from previous releases which is one of the reasons I love using Lisa Horton Crafts products. The poinsettia paper on this card is a particular favourite of mine. I teamed it up with kraft card and Euphoria Glitter cardstock. Then created a matching Poinsettia from kraft card before finishing it off with an Epoxy Dome.
Gift set
This is a really inexpensive gift set. Take an easy to find shopping list pad and measure the front cover. Cut a piece of cardstock (bear in mind that the colour changes the effect of the washi). Cover the cardstock with a piece of the washi and stick to the front cover. Do the same for the matching gift box and finish it off by wrapping a piece of washi around a pencil.
You can still watch the full Facebook Live on the group – Crafting with Lisa Horton
I am sure you will enjoy crafting with these fabulous products. Enjoy!
Love x Elisabeth x
Here is a little shopping list of all the items I used to make these projects. Remember there is 20% off the entire LHC website up to 11.59pm on Friday 17th September 2021.
Christmas Romance Paper Pad LHCPP018
Christmas Romance Washi LHCWT04
Christmas Romance Epoxy Domes LHCER04
These can be bought as a bundle for £24.99
A Very Festive Season Paper Pad LHCPP019
A Very Festive Season Washi LHCWT03
A Very Festive Epoxy Domes LHCER03
These can also be bought as a bundle
Euphoria Glitter Card Stock LHCPP020
Large Poinsettia Die set LHCCD093
Large Snowflake Die set LHCCD096
Nested Scalloped and Stitched Rectangle die set – LHCCD067
Nested Stitched Bubble Squares – LHCCD105
Festive Double Layered Sentiments Stamp and die set – LHCCD092
I am going to be sharing a few Christmas card ideas with you today. The shopping list for all of the products will be at the end of the blog.
Firstly, let me show you a few cards made for Lisa Horton Crafts shows on the 11th August 2021 on Create and Craft TV. The main feature was Boxset Number 2 however a particular DL stamp caused quite a stir too.
So Festive – Blue
“So Festive” is a slimline stamp with seasonal wording. I used it with Tim Holtz Distress embossing glaze in Speckled Egg.
I then layered up the embossed page using the Festive Check Slimline die set – which is another must have for 2021 Christmas cards.
So Festive – Lime Green
Here are the same products used with a Lime Green embossing powder. I think it makes a funky card suitable for a younger person.
So Festive – Pastel
This time I used white embossing powder with the So Festive stamp. I left it to cool down before adding Distress Oxides in various shades with blending brushes. To create a clean look, take a soft cloth and buff up the letters which cleans the inks away.
Sketchy Poinsettia
Also featured on the show were the Sketchy Poinsettia stamps and dies. Here I teamed them up with Rose Gold Mirri Card but can you imagine trying this style with the brand new Euphoria Sparkling Glitter card stock?
The next set of cards will feature in the Create and Craft shows on Friday 27th August at 12.45pm and Saturday 28th August at 9am/12.45pm/5.15pm (UK time)
Baby It’s Cold Outside
The Large Snowflake dies are exactly that – LARGE! The largest die measures 145mmx130mm. Team them up with the new Euphoria Premium Glitter cardstock and you have a match made in crafting heaven !
To make this diamond fold card I embossed square panels using the Slimline 3d Snowflake Embossing Folder, I cut the snowflakes out in shades of pink,blue card plus silver, white glitter card stock. Then i layered them up in different combinations.
Joy
This card is made with square panel front of embossed vellum (using the same folder as above).
Then I layered up various shades and sizes of snowflakes onto the vellum. To give the card stability I adhered it to a plain white card blank.
Warm WInter Wishes
The snowflake on this card was made with the “waste” from the other cards. Keep every scrap of the precious glitter card stock because you will use it.
I created another embossed panel using the So Festive stamps which goes to show how everything in the Lisa Horton Crafts range works together.
The sentiment is taken from the Snowflakes Sentiments stamp and die set.
Season’s Greetings
This card features the equally stunning Large Poinsettia die set. It is easy to create realistic flowers that layer up to form beautiful flowers – not just poinsettias. Here I have added gold gilding wax to red American Crafts Cardstock.
50th Birthday
These dies are not specifically for Christmas. Change the colour way and the sentiment and you have a glamorous card for a special occasion.
Believe in the Magic
The final die set to talk about is the Nested Stitched Bubble Squares. It is a perfect set to build up the frames and layers of your 8×8 / 6×6/4×4 cards because you have the bubble frames plus the double layers of mats.
On this card I die cut a mat from the Euphoria Glitter card. Then embossed it. It made a beautiful backdrop to the white glitter Poinsettia.
Joy and Peace
Last but not least I die cut the largest bubble frame and added it (with two co-ordinating layers) to a 8×8 black card blank.
Then I created a matching snowflake and added a snowflake sentiment to the smallest of the bubble frames.
In my personal opinion, this range of dies, stamps, glitter card-stock and embellishments pretty much covers Christmas card-making 2021.
If you would like further inspiration then join the Lisa Horton Crafts Facebook group and subscribe to the YouTube Channel.
Holly Hobbie is celebrating her first anniversary of launching on Create and Craft with a brand new Capsule Collection on USB. Many of you will remember the berry red “Holiday Joy” and now you can use those images with added extras. Furthermore the USB features the teal tones of Holiday Memories. Both sets work together and many of the background paper designs can be used for other occasions.
To read my blog post from a year ago – click on the link below:
Today, this blog will focus on the Holiday Memories card samples I created for the shows on Create and Craft.
Holly Hobbie Christmas Capsule Collection USB – Over 600 Files (Extended Dispatch: 6th September). https://tidd.ly/3kkJzh6
Iconic Images
This is the way that many of us remember Holly Hobbie. The oversized bonnet and the patchwork dresses. Can you see how the patterned paper co-ordinates with the topper?
Modern Twist
Here the traditional image of Holly Hobbie has been updated simply by changing the colours to teals and raspberry red.
Z-fold card
In this card you can see the papers, the ribbons and the various toppers that can be found in Holiday Memories. I have teamed everything up with silver mirri card which really pulls the z-fold card together.
Bay window card
The Bay Window card shape is another one that works with the designs within this collection. It is great to be able to print off the individual elements and then match them up together.
Twisted Corner Easel Card
This is such a simple card to make and really highlights the beautiful toppers within Holiday Memories. I matched the subtle cream papers with rich gold mirri card and it made a very classy card.
Circular Rocker Card
The green and red combination within this card design are very traditional and they make such a festive card to send.
Stamped Sentiments
I predict that the stamped sentiments also featured on the shows on the 25th August will be very popular because they match the card designs perfectly. Here I have stamped them in festive reds and greens. Then layered them onto mirri card. They are the perfect finishing touch.
As you can see, this Capsule Collection – Volume 2, includes many more beautiful images, paper designs and sentiments. The best thing about a USB is that you can print off as many as you like, whenever you like.
Holly Hobbie Christmas Capsule Collection USB – Over 600 Files (Extended Dispatch: 6th September). https://tidd.ly/3kkJzh6
I have created a few videos featuring Holly Hobbie so if you need any inspiration on how to create beautiful cards and projects then I would recommend working your way through them. Please subscribe to my YouTube Channel and hit the alert button for future content.
Also, you can see all of my cards on my dedicated Pinterest Boards
Until next time
Love Elisabeth xx
Holly Hobbie Christmas Capsule Collection USB – Over 600 Files (Extended Dispatch: 6th September). https://tidd.ly/3kkJzh6
The team at Craft Consortium have collaborated with Helz Cuppleditch to create the most adorable Festive Collection. It is called Made by Elves.
My projects were quite tricky to photograph so the best way to view them is via my YouTube video. you will also be able to see the collection in it’s entirety.
The Hobby House are well known for their stunning floral artwork and high quality embellishments. The collection on offer at Create and Craft today – includes everything you need to make beautiful cards and boxes straightaway. If you are a member the price of £17.99 is a steal !
Hobby House Wild Rose Collection with FREE Summer Mist Gift Box Set and Pink Embellishment Set. https://tidd.ly/3yKsByl
You Brighten My Day
This is a classic Hobby House card. Simply take a floral mat and match it with a topper.
The die and the sentiment are my own which just goes to show how easily you can intersperse Hobby House papers with your current stash.
Summer Mist
Not only can you create quick and pretty cards with the Wild Rose papers and toppers – you can create co-ordinating gift boxes with the FREE Summer Mist Gift Box set. These useful boxes come in two styles and four colours ( pale/medium green and pale/medium pink)
Love and Best Wishes
Everything co-ordinates in this collection. For this card I simply matted and layered the paper and a postcard. The matched a topper and a sentiment. These kits are suitable for all abilities.
Get well
This card was made with one single 6×6 card mat. I simply cut an oval into the centre and added a trellis frame die cut. If you look carefully at the matching box – you will see that I embossed the sides. There are enough boxes that you can cut into them and emboss the panels before adding them to the original box.
Pinwheel
My last set includes a Pinwheel card which seem to be very popular at the moment. All you need are four of the postcards to add to the sides. I must also mention the classic black and white sentiment strips included in this collection which really finish the cards and boxes off. They are not your everyday sentiments either.
WIld Rose is a beautiful collection to craft with. Enjoy the Create and Craft shows today at 9.45am and 2.45pm. Remember to share your own makes with the team at The Hobby House on their Facebook page “We love the Hobby House!”
Today’s post is slightly different because rather than showing you a new collection from Lisa Horton Crafts – I would like to link you to various resources that will allow you to make the most of the bargains that you will be able to pick up on Create and Craft TV.
Create and Craft USA 9pm/9.45pm on Thursday 22nd July
Create and Craft UK 9am/2.15pm on Friday 23rd July
Slimline Cutting Dies – these have become increasingly popular over the past twelve months. The advantage of Lisa’s dies are that the frames and the layers all interchange.
Slimline Mini Cutting Dies – this style of cutting die is particularly popular in the States and now we are incorporating this style in our card makingtoo.
Amazing Layered Dies – This is a brilliant word die and stamp set. Originally I worked with the HAPPY set ( which is not on the show) however you can still glean some ideas on how to use the set and incorporate the word AMAZING instead.
I have talked about card frames, backgrounds and different word dies. Next, I will talk about flora dies to embellish your cards.
Build a Bloom Die Set – this was one of the earlier die sets in Lisa’s range. You can tell this because of the colour of the dies which are green. The good quality is just the same though.
Never underestimate just how useful a basic shaped die set can be.
If after reading this very long post you still need inspiration then I would highly recommend joining the Facebook group – Crafting with Lisa Horton – https://www.facebook.com/groups/468312444069507/
Enjoy the shows. Don’t forget to grab the bargains because when they are gone they are not coming back. Lisa Horton has more exciting goodies on the way and needs the space!
I would be really pleased if you could leave a comment below to let me know what you buy and how useful you found this blog post.
I began my design team journey with the Hobby House Autumn Blessings collection so it was like “coming home” to be asked by HH HQ to make some samples for the shows on Friday 16th July at 12.45pm and 3.45pm on Create and Craft TV
The “Warm Wishes” Selection Box incorporates previous classics such as Autumn Blessings, Deck the Halls and WInter Rose. The mix of mini boxes, toppers, card stock and embellishments make it a wonderful kit for new crafters. In addition, it is a great way for fans of the Hobby House to top up their stash.
I have used the contents of the Warm Wishes Selection Box which will cost less than £20 at showtime. The details for this box will not show on the Create and Craft website until nearer the time.
My blog today will focus on basic instructions/dimensions for a few of the projects I made (which fingers crossed you will see on Friday). The main box idea is the same for all of the holders. It is based upon the simple boxes I made with the children: during my time as a teaching assistant. I build the box around the number of boxes that I want to use.
Festive Hugs Carrier.
The holder in this set holds two milk cartons.
To create one half of the box – cut 5 1/2″x 5 1/2″ square from white card stock. Score each border edge at 1 1/2″. Fold and burnish. Then cut into the vertical top and bottom fold line up to the point where the two score lines meet. Fold in each of the flaps and secure to make the basic box base.
Create a back panel measuring 2 1/2″ x 7″. Die cut a central aperture if required. Adhere the panel squarely to the box base.
Repeat for second box. Then stick the panels back to back.
Also included in this photo is a shopping list pad. Take a simple lined pad (available in packs from the £1 stores). Die cut a DL panel from the card stock and stick to the front cover of the pad. I added a strong magnet to the back too.
The cracker is made from two of the small boxes joined together and held securely with the middle wrap band.
Joy Carrier
The holder in this set holds three loop handle boxes.
To create the box. Use the same technique as above. Cut the card stock to
10 1/2″ x 4 3/4″. Score each border edge at 1 1/4″.
The handle requires 2 pieces of 1 1/2″ x length of A4 card. Stick together and make the handle fit the length of the box and the height you require.
Magic is in the Air Carrier
The holder in this set holds four milk carton boxes.
To create the box use the same technique as above. Cut the card stock to
7″ x 4″. Score each border edge to 1 1/4″. Repeat for second base box.
Cut middle panel to 7″ x 4 1/4″. Adhere both panels along the shorter edge of the base boxes.
Merry and Bright.
If you want to create an aperture – remember to die cut the shape from the third panel before creating the mini box. A small piece of acetate will make the holder sturdier.
Snowflake kisses.
To make a gingerbread house take one of each style of box. Use the milk carton box to create the roof of the house by cutting off one side panel. Keep the tab in place though. Create a triangular prism. Then mark off the excess part of the end flaps to create three triangles which can then be stuck together. Take the second box design and carefully cut away all the handle tabs to create rectangles. This can then be stuck down as per the opposite end of the box. Stick the triangular prism to the rectangular prism, ready to decorate.
The tower box is made by sticking the handle flaps inside the base of the top box and securing from the inside.
Trick or Treat
This easel box is great for November treats. Make a base box as above using 1 6″x6″ square with a 1″ border.
To create the sleeve for the box. Cut an A4 piece of card to 4″ x the length. Score at 1″, 5″,6″,10″,11″. Crease, fold and adhere the last fold line to create a sleeve. The box will slide inside the sleeve.
Simply create a 4’x4: easel card and stick the base of the card to the top of the box sleeve.
Winter Wishes
This easel/ pocket card holds four 4″x4″ cards which are the perfect size for the square toppers.
Please note these measurements are in metric because the markings were easier to locate.
Take a piece of A4 card stock and cut to 15cm x length.
Score the border at 2cm.
Score at 11cm and 13cm. Mark at 24cm but don’t score. With the 24cm mark at the top of the card. Cut away the left and right side panels from the top to the 24cm mark. Cut in at the 13cm and 11cm fold lines and fold the tab inwards.
Turn the template over and add glue to the two sets of side taps. Bring together to form the pocket.
Cut an easel card to 15cm x 14cm and adhere the panel of the pocket to the front of the easel card. If required use a circle punch to cut away a finger hole on the front of the pocket. Decorate as desired.
Robin Redbreast.
Save your takeaway boxes because they make perfect boxes for your projects.
To make the Bay wIndow card. Cut two pieces of card stock to 8 1/4″ x 4 1/4″
Score the top piece at 1/2″, 2″, 6 1/4″ and 7 3/4″. Fold as a valley, mountain, mountain,valley. Add a raised panel to the inside of the card then secure the front of the card by the first 1’2″ strip and hold in place with the last 1/2″ strip.
As you can see there are many different things that can be created with the contents of this Warm Wishes Selection box. The projects above will make great festive gifts which will be very cost effective too.
Enjoy the shows and please let me know in the comments below how you get on the project ideas I have created and shared. Please remember to acknowledge my ideas if sharing your own makes on social media. Thank you.
Craft Consortium in collaboration with Katy Hackney of Hackney and Co have created another glorious collection of papers, stamps and embellishments. This might just be my favourite collection ever – beating both sets of Tell the Bees !
Snapshot of Sea and Shore….
These are the smallest of my cards and I love them! They are made with the 6×6 papers and three of the stamps which I inked in a co-ordinating colour to match the water colour pencils.
The pinwheel/ quadrangle/ four winged cards are currently, very popular. Essentially it is has a central cuboid with four equally sized sides. To decorate this version I stamped all of the images from the stamp sets with bright co-ordinating versafine clair inks and die- cut the starfish and the sea-weed elements. Then I built up four different sea shore scenes upon the12X12 papers.
To really see this collection in all it’s glory and more of my samples then I recommend taking a look at my YouTube video. I think you will be able to tell from the excitement in my voice just how much I love this beautifully illustrated collection.
Love
Elisabeth xx
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