February sped by for me. I have been busy creating and filming new videos featuring the glorious Ink Drops Papers available from Craft Consortium. The Ink Drops form part of their Essential Craft Papers range. They are brilliant for card backgrounds, scrapbook pages and journaling. However, there is so much more you can do with them.
Here are all the names of the Ink Drops Papers:- Earth/Dusk/Vivid/Candy Drops/Ocean and each of the colour ranges are worth having in your craft supplies.
I have filmed two videos to show just how versatile these papers are. The first one focuses on the earlier papers. You will see that you can stamp, die-cut, emboss and create paper projects with them.
The second set of cards features the latest range called Ink Drops Ocean. It is a particular favourite of mine because I love the deep blues and greens.
I am pretty sure these projects will inspire you to make good use of your Ink Drops papers. It would be great to see your projects on the Craft Consortium Network on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/989114164562461
You can still buy these papers in both the 12×12 and 6×6 sizes directly from Craft Consortium.
There are several new stamp sets and die sets featured in the projects which you can find at Craft Stash UK by following my affiliate links. If you would like further information then please comment below.
I have been playing with the new Belle Fleur collection from Craft Consortium which is due to be launched at the end of January 2022. I decided to challenge myself to create a set of cards using one sheet of the stunning 12×12 papers. I picked a page with a smaller design but all the pages in the paper pad would work equally as well.
I used a scoreboard to mark each section before cutting twenty separate pieces with a cutter. I ended up creating eleven cards using one sheet of paper. You could easily make more. The card designs feature all of the lettered pieces plus a few cut out flowers/ leaves and embellishments. The sentiments will be added later, However if you would like to see how to go about adding them, then watch my YouTube video. https://youtu.be/IOa7eM7yZEA
You could easily make more than twenty cards and it is a good discipline to show how many cards can be made from a single sheet of 12×12 paper. I would love to know what you think of this idea? If you try this one sheet CC wonder then please do share your makes with me on the Facebook Group Craft Consortium Network. https://www.facebook.com/groups/989114164562461
Belle Fleur is a stunning collection from Craft Consortium in collaboration with Hackney and Co. It will be available from Craft Consortium on the 30th January
It is available to pre-order from Craft Stash and I have added some affiliate links to the individual products. I am not paid by Craft Consortium to promote their products however as part of their design team I do receive some free products.
I am often asked about my craft space and storage solutions. I have filmed a short video on my YouTube channel in which you will see my much loved and used craft space. There are a few tips on how I store my craft items and listed below are affiliated links to Amazon. I have tried where possible to note when the original items were bought in local stores. The links do not cost you anything to click on however I might receive a few pennies for sharing the products with you. I have been pleased with all of the items I have purchased. Some of them are no longer available however I have listed a similar item.
LIGHTING
Under Cabinet Lights HONWELL 6pcs Wireless LED Closet Light Battery Remote Controlled LED Puck Lights, Brightness Dimmable Stick-on Lights for Kitchen Stairs Cupboard Timer Preset (Unavailable)
Beyamz Magnifying Lamp, with 105mm 5X Magnifier, 3 Color Modes, Stepless Dimming Lights, Heavy Duty Metal Swivel Arms, and Adjustable Clamp (White, for UK only)
N/K Marble Wallpaper Self Adhesive Granite White Grey – 40 cm X 200 cm Granite Gray Self Adhesive Decorative Vinyl Film, Oil-Proof Paper Waterproof Wallpaper
Meiyijia Home Wall Mount Hair Dryer Holder Rack,Self Adhesive Double Hole Hair Dryer Organizer,Rack with Hair Straightener Holder (Grey) (similar to hairdryer/heat tool stand bought in Aldi)
FAPPEN Cell Phone Holder, Phone Holder for Bed Desk, 360° Flexible Articulating Long Arm Clamp Bracket Mount Stand for iPhone 13 12 11 Pro XS Max XR X 8 7 6 6s Plus, Samsung S10 S9 S8 S7 (3.5-6.5”)
Neewer 5 in 1 Portable Round Collapsible Multi Disc Photography Lighting Reflector 24×36 inches/60x90centimeters with Carrying Case for Photo Studio Shooting
RIBBON JARS – 3 Tall and Slim Kitchen Pasta Storage Jars with Victorian Screw top lids by Britten & James. Crystal Clear Food Grade Plastic – Safe, hygienic and Attractive.
STAMP AND DIE BOXES iDesign 75230 Fridge/Freeze Binz Stackable Storage Boxes, Large Kitchen Storage Container for the Fridge and Freezer, Made of Plastic, Clear (similar to original product)
MAGNETIC BACKING SHEETS FOR DIES TMS A4 Magnetic Sheets – Magnets for Crafts, 0.5mm Flexible Magnetic Sheeting for Cutting Dies, Art Folders – Make your own Fridge Magnets for Kitchen, Home and Office (10 Pack) by The Magnet Shop
SWATCH BOOK RINGS 20 Pack Large Metal Book Rings/Loose Leaf Binder Rings 2.5 Inch, Easy to Open and Close, Silver Circular Shower Curtain Ring Loops for Drape Bathroom Office (63 mm)
STICKY TAPES HOLDER Topsky Toilet Paper Roll Holder Stand, Extra Toilet Paper Holder Storage for 3-4 Rolls, Decorative Metal Free Standing Toilet Paper Stand Tissue Holder for Bathroom, Sturdy, Holds Jumbo Size Rolls (similar to holder bought in Dunelm)
I know that I am very lucky to be able to work in a dedicated craft space. It has taken me many years to get to this point so don’t give up on having a craft room of your own.
Happy New Year! 2022 may bring us some new crafting goodies and ideas however I would like to show you an older technique called Iris Folding. I have often admired cards made in this fashion but had never allowed myself time to learn the craft of folding strips of paper in equal widths and layering them over a template. Once you realise that you are working from behind the card it is relatively simple and very therapeutic.
Patina Papers
Before I explain how to set out this card, I must mention the glorious papers from Craft Consortium Ltd. This Patina set is from their Essential Papers Range which is available in 12×12 and 6×6. The colours are incredible!
You will need: 8×8 card blank/ 7×7 card for the front of the card and as base support/chosen paper for folds/large circular frame die/sticky tape or tape runner.
The Patina card was made from one sheet of 12×12 paper. Using a score board – score every 1/2″. Using a paper trimmer – cut at every 1″. Now fold each 1″ strip in half, crease firmly. If a flatter finish is required then stick the strip together.
Take the 7″x7″ card front and cut a 6″ circle centrally. Place this frame on top of the template below with the card front facing down and the numbers facing you. Secure with removal tape.
Copy and paste to your document and scale to the size required.
Take the first paper strip and place it across the line marked 1. Secure the first end down. Leave enough paper to hold the strip in place. Then cut away the excess and stick the second end down. Small pieces of tape or a tape runner work well for this process. Follow the pattern around numerically ensuring that all of the fold lines face towards the centre. Keep going until you reach the centre square.
If required secure the second 7″x7″ square behind the folds to hold them in place. Now remove the tapes and turn the iris fold piece over to reveal the front of the card. If required cut a circle frame to line the aperture because this will neaten up the edges. Add sentiments as required and adhere to the 8″x8″ card base.
Lisa Horton Crafts Papers
This version features papers from the second LHC magazine.
Today’s post includes projects from the newly launched Kanban Crafts UCB called Premium Designers. It includes four popular 2021 collections called Moonlight Forest/Spirit of Japan/Butterfly Garden/Antique Florist.
The images within Spirit of Japan are so striking. It is easy to make a simple card by printing directly onto printer paper and using your dues to layer them up.
Don’t be afraid to cut into the papers and extract the part of the design you like. If it doesn’t work out- simply print another page.
The postcards within the Butterfly Florist collection can also be die-cut and layered up.
You can even turn the A4 background papers into journal covers
If you need further inspiration then take a look at my dedicated Pinterest Board. https://pin.it/3ArGN92
Today, I am sharing a picturesque, new collection from the team at Craft Consortium Ltd. “In the Forest” has been illustrated by the talented Clare Therese Gray and it might be my new favourite. It features forest creatures including brown bears, squirrels and owls plus an abundance of stunning scenery and flora. This blog post shows a few of the projects I have made. You will be able to see more in my latest youTube video.
Landscape
This simple dl card has been created from one of the scenes in the 12×12 paper pad. It is a picture in itself.
Portrait
Next, I adapted a shopping list pad and added a decorated pencil.
This is the same page as above however, they have been cut in the portrait position to show two scenes
Gift wrap
This gift has been wrapped using another of the 12×12 papers and finished with a line of washi tape.
One of the most exciting additions to “In the Forest” are the decoupage sheets. These are a welcome bonus to the Clare Therese range because it extends the use of the kit. I used part of one sheet to create a topper and layers for the card and the remaining layers to create a coordinating gift tag.
Stamping and colouring
Also available in the collection are stamp sets that match the elements in the papers and decoupage. This card features a form of no line colouring using distress oxide inks.
I have created several other samples that you can see in my latest YouTube video, also available to view today. The video is longer than usual because I have included a real time stamping and colouring session which I hope you will find useful.
As always – the entire collection plus so much more is available to buy directly from Craft Consortium Ltd. https://www.craftconsortium.com/
You can also buy via my affiliate links to Craft Stash Uk
CRAFT CONSORTIUM METAL CHARMS BEAR SET OF 15 | IN THE FOREST COLLECTION – https://tidd.ly/3cuUWzl
For inspiration on how to use this very versatile collection – take a look at my fellow design team members links. You can also see our work across social media and on the dedicated Facebook page called Craft Consortium Network. https://www.facebook.com/groups/989114164562461
Between all of the design team, we should be able to inspire you to create with “In the Forest” because it is another truly beautiful collection.
Happy Crafting
Love Elisabeth xx
*** I have added some affiliate links to Craft Stash UK. I am not paid by Craft Consortium to promote their products however I do receive some free products as a member of their design team. I will never recommend products that I have not personally used or liked. The links are free for you to use. Thank you for your support. ***
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.
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