Using masks and embossing for backgrounds.

The background piece on top was made by watercoloring a mix of colours then running the page through an embossing folder and spritzing well with water. this flattened out the embossing, but left a pretty design on the surface.  The other 2 pieces were made by sponging over decorative masks. I spritzed the pink and blue piece on the left with water, and left the blue piece on the right untouched as I wanted to accent the ombre effect of different hues of sponged link.

Sneak Peek Thoughtful Banners Bundle. Stampin' Up! Australia

Here is a sneak peek of the new stamp set and punch combo, that will be available in my store on June 1st.

Case-ing the Catty... "Gift From the Garden".

Here is a card I CASED (copy and share everything) from the Annual Catalogue, using the "Gift From the Garden" stamp set. It is stamped onto Very Vanilla Cardstock using Old Olive, Mint Macaron and Rose Red inks, with the words stamped in Tuxedo Momento black ink ( my absolute favourite black ink). I used the Washi Punch to punch out the strips and adhered them with snail adhesive.  A simple bow using linen thread is the finishing touch.

Desk Top Card Organiser using the Gift Box Punch Board. Stampin' Up! Aus...

Here is a nifty card organiser made with the gift box punch board. I have changed the design to incorporate a taller, more sturdy box to hold items on your desk.

Retiring Favourites: Day 6 with Techniques. Stampin' Up! Australia

 How's this for a cute baby combo? I was so thrilled to "accidentally" discover this new technique while I was making the first card...I was able to re-use the framelit mask to make a second card. I am christening it "the layered Die cut Technique!" Scroll down to the video below for the tutorial.

         

Retiring Favourites & Techniques: Day 5. Stampin' Up! Australia

Swallowtail is retiring! This is such a beautiful stamp. Watch the video to see some suggestions on how to use it.

More Sneak Peeks from the new Catalogue!

I am just loving these new stamp sets, particularly the mason jars with matching framelits!
Check back on June first to see the new catalogue live on my blog. I will also be doing a catalogue walkthrough for you on Youtube on the Aussie Stampers Channel.

Colourful Thanks Card. Stampin' Up!

Colourful Thanks Card

Here are the supplies you will need:

Stamps
• Work of Art Stamp Set

Paper
• Bermuda Bay, Calypso Coral, and Whisper White Cardstock

Ink
• Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad®
• Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Calypso Coral, and Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pads®
• VersaMark® Ink Pad

Stampin’ Up! Accessories
• White Stampin’ Emboss® Powder
• Everyday Chic Designer Washi Tape
• Fast Fuse Adhesive
• Mini Glue Dots®
• Sweetheart Punch
• Heat Tool
• Embossing Buddy®