Stampin' Up! Easel card box

Another beautiful easel card box in lovely pastel colours.  A great gift for someone special.

I used fabulous florets stamp set which you know is one of my favourites and the new smoky slate inkpad which is a lovely soft grey and works really well with pastels.

To buy direct online follow the link http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin'Up! Easel Card Box

This is a super idea cased from the lovely Elaine Jackson who has a great tutorial to follow. Just loving this project and today and tomorrow you can see two different versions I have made.

The little drawer at the bottom can be filled with whatever you fancy or leave empty for the recipient to fill.  A really pretty project.

To order stampin' up! products direct online follow my link
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Thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin' Up! Little boxes

The third in my series of little boxes. This is a little long box which fits 3 little eggs or could fit a lip balm or small mini kitkat or anything else you fancy.

I've put it next to a 1" punch so you can see how tiny it is and I have punched out a little window to reveal whats inside.

I hold regular monthly tutorial classes if you live in the GU9 Farnham area and fancy having a go at making some of these boxes.  All materials (including treats) are supplied just bring along your enthusiasm.  My next class is 3rd March so get in touch allmark.j@sky.com or if you want to buy stampin' up! goodies direct online just follow my link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/

Hapy crafting:)

Stampin' Up! Little treat box

Here is another little treat box which hold one little chocolate.  I punched out a little opening using the petite petals punch which just fits the chocolate.  Decorate however you want for a lovely treat or favour.

Again this is a teeny tiny box but ideal for little treats especially with Easter coming up.

Order online http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin' Up! Little boxes

I have been singing that song "Little boxes on the hillside and there all made out of ticky tacky" while I have been making this cute little box.  It only measures and inch x inch x inch so is a teeny tiny little box just big enough for a little favour or treat. I cannot credit myself for this idea as it was cased from Pootles but with Easter just around the corner I have been looking for ideas for housing little egg treats, so there will be lots of little box ideas over this week for you to see.

This little box doesn't have any cutting or stick it is just folded and am really pleased as it is so sweet and really is the teeniest tiniest box I have ever made.

Stampin' Up! is my passion as the products are top quality and the designer series papers are really thick so lend themselves to these type of projects well.

Follow my link to buy online
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Happy crafting :)

Stampin' Up! pistachio pudding

I really love the pastel of pistachio pudding.  It is a really Spring colour and with the daffodils starting to come out in the garden I know that Spring is almost here.

So saffron and pistachio pudding together with black mounts really make the card pop and the sentiment is from a hostess set which you can earn for having a party or buying products to the value of £150.  So grab some friends and give me a call to organise a party if you live within a 20 mile radius of Farnham GU9

To buy direct online just follow the link

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for stopping by :)

Stampin' Up! Fabulous Florets

I really love this technique of layering and the Fabulous Florets stamp set is perfect.

I chose the new smoky slate inkpad together with strawberry slush for the flower, pool party and pistachio pudding for the leaves.

Am really liking the bright of the strawberry slush with the pasels of the other colours.

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/  this is my link to take you direct to stampin' up! shopping online or drop me a mail allmark.j@sky.com

I am Farnham GU9 based and hold a monthly card making and project class, the next one is 3rd March and there are still a few places if you would like to book.

Happy stamping and have a good weekend :)

Stampin' Up! relief embossing petite petals

This is a fab technique where you emboss first and the sponge and stamp over.

This is the first time I've tried this technique and am quite pleased with the subtle effect.  The ribbon I used is from the clearance rack at 80% off so a real bargain.

If you want to order anything stampin' up! related then check out the link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/  the shop button is in pink and takes you direct to shop online or if you would like to contact me then my email is allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin' Up! Petitie Petals

This has become one of my favourite stamp sets and I love that you can buy it as a bundle with the co-ordinating punch.

I used the little flower stamp from the You're Lovely for the background and coloured using pistachio pudding, crisp cantaloupe (image was stamped using marina mist) The sentiment stamp was from the See Ya Later stamp set.  Both of these are freebies from Sale-A-Bration and can be added to any order of £45 completely free,

Check it out on my stampin' up! link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me an email allmark.j@sky.com

Happy stampin :)

Stampin' Up! Easter egg card

This is a lovely idea for an easter card with individually decorated eggs nestled in the grass.

The different types of egg are endless as you can decorate them any way you wish.

A quick fun idea that makes a simple yet effective Easter card.

For any stampin' up! needs or to buy direct online just follow the link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Happy stampin and thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin' Up! Easter Bunny punch art

Sometimes it is great fun to make something using all the different punches that stampin' up! do.  Today with Easter just around the corner I thought I would start on my Easter cards.

So this little bugs bunny character was made using the full heart punch for his head and feet, the blossom builder punch for his ears and another heart punch for the carrot, nose and paws.  Real cutie and will be sent to one of my adorable grandchildren.

For all you stampin' up! needs just follow the link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Have a good day and stay dry:)

Stampin' Up! Flowers, Flowers, Flowers.

Well this terrible stormy weather is really becoming a bit of a downer and my thoughts and prayers go out to all of the thousands of people who are flooded out of their homes.  This really is an unseen time and although we live on an island we have never seen weather like this before.  Rivers have burst their banks and seaside resorts have been destroyed.

So on a more cheerful note I thought I would showcase a bunch of flowers all made with stampin' up! products.  Summer will come and the flowers will bloom so some colour is what everyone needs in these gloomy times

To buy stampin' up! products online follow the link http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Stay safe and dry :)

Stampin' Up! See Ya Later

Really enjoying using my freebie stamp sets which you can earn for every £45 spent from any of the stampin' up! catalogues and this card is embelled with some ribbon from the clearance rack which was 80% off so a real bargain.  Check it out by following the link http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ and click on the shop button and then go to the clearance rack.  There are 5 pages of bargains to be had.

Thanks for stopping by and if you want to drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com
Happy Sunday :)

Stampin' Up! Happy Birthday Card

A big huge Happy Birthday to my gorgeous little grandson who was one yesterday Valentine's Day and he is a precious little bundle of love.

Am off for a birthday tea today with all of my family so a lovely gathering and so I had to make him his card.

I used the Spring Sampler stamp set from last year which just has such happy little faces on and the freebie set from SAB with I can't believe it's your birthday as the year has passed so quickly that I can't believe he is one already.

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/  this is my link if you want to buy online products from stampin' up! or as always drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for dropping by :)

Stampin' Up! Happy Valentine's Day Explosion Box

Well today is Valentine's Day and I'd like to wish everyone a Happy Day and lots of love to you all.  Today's special card is a valentine explosion box which I showcased and made at my last card making class (details of the next class 3rd March at the top of this blog)  It was a true valentine box with all the red and black and little messages and then I put a heart shaped box inside with a little heart chocolate.

I used the love you to the moon and back for some of the sentiments and made a couple of pockets and added little note card to add a personal message to loved one.

All the products I use are stampin' up! and if you follow the link you can shop direct online
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or just drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Whaever you are doing today have a beautiful one and Happy Valentine's Day :)

Stampin' Up! See ya later alligator

A fab freebie stamp set which you can obtain with a spend of £45 from any of the stampin' up! catalogues.  This is a bit of a retro card with a bit of sponge daubing, some washi tape and the See ya later alligator stamp.

Check out my link for everything stampin' up! and a shop now button to shop direct online or just drop me a line
allmark.j@sky.com 

Becoming a demonstrator with Stampin' Up!

Is crafting a big part of your life? Wouldn't you love to earn money while doing something you enjoy? How about the convenience of setting your own hours? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then Stampin' Up! is the perfect opportunity for you.
Doing what I love, and sharing what I love with others are just a few of the benefits that made me decide to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I love sharing my passion for stamping with family and friends, meeting new people, and having the chance to build a great business doing so. I also get to set my own schedule and that is a definite plus!

 

 

 

 

To join just today just follow the link or drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

 

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/jointhefun

Stampin' Up! Texture Boutique

If you always wanted to do some embossing but havn't got a big shot or can't quite stretch to one then this might be your answer.  The texture boutique is lightweight and will emboss with all of stampin' up! embossing folders (it does not die cut)

The price is is a real plus at £26.95.

Order it direct online following the link

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or just drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Stampin' Up! Starburst die flowers

Was just watching a video showing how to make chrysanthemum flowers with a flower die which I did not have so I thought I would have a try using the new starburst die and the results were fab.

  
The petals were cut by cutting the paper and then damping and rolling round a small stick to get the individual petal curls.  Great way of using up odd scraps of paper.

As always get in touch allmark.j@sky.com or follow my link to order direct online

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/

Have  a lovely day and stay safe :)

Stampin' Up! Sale-A-Bration 2014

This is the best time of year to be part of stampin' up!  Sale-A-Bration is a time from now till the end of March where for every £45 you spend anywhere with stampin' up! you can get a selection of 13 free item including stamp sets, punches, designer series paper and embossing folders.

So it is really a time to enjoy.

Take a look at my link which takes you direct to stampin' up! online and see what bargains are to be had http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or just drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Have a good weekend and happy crafting :)

The cat and the crow

I have the most adorable black cat who spends most of his time curled up on my lap or shoulder and is very affectionate.  I was watching a nature programme about crows and how clever they were and my cat was fascinated.  He walked over to the television and spent the whole hour spellbound by the antics of the crow.  Who says cats can't see the television, he was transfixed.

So the cat and the crow both proved they were fascinating creatures.

allmark.j@sky.com

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Stampin' Up! Fabulous Florets vellum flowers

This is a really neat idea using vellum embossed with white to overlay over coloured flower.  Gives a really pretty 3d effect and a gorgeous subtle hue to the flower.

Really doesn't show up well on this photo so will probably have another bash when the daylight is better.

All of the above products and all stampin' up! goodies can be bought online by following my link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ or just drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com

Thanks for stopping by :)

Stampin' Up! Banner Blast Sale-A-Bration

Just loving this freebie, one of 13 free items from sale-a-bration which you can get with every £45 spent in any of stampin' up! catalogues.

I have used the little tiny flower to make a pretty Spring card ready for Easter.

 

For all you stampin' up! needs just drop me a line allmark.j@sky.com or follow the link
http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/amethystarcrafting/ and go to the pink shop button at the top right of the screen.

Happy stampin :)