1st Day of Christmas 2019 | Colourful Black Ice Technique | Festive Cards
Welcome to the first day of my annual 12 Days of Christmas!! I look forward to making this series every year and I have plenty of Christmas projects on the way!
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Die-Cutting Essentials 56 | Festive Foliage Die Set Gift Tutorial
I have another Simply Made Crafts Christmas gift and project to share with you today Here are the details…
Christmas Papercraft Magazine Overview | 2019
This is one of my favourite times of year, especially when the magazines start showing all the wonderful things you can make for Christmas!
NEW | Papercraft Society Monthly Subscription Box
I am so excited to share the new Papercraft Society Subscription Box! Here are the details….
New | Album Addition Die Sets Release from Simply Made Crafts
After the very successful launch of my album dies back in January and the recent sell out at Hochanda last month, I am excited to share these new additions to the album collection…including a new album size!
Christmas in July 2019 | Day 4 | Snowflake Wrapped Treat Bags
Today’s make is really simple and perfect if you have a lot to make. Here is how to make yours…
Christmas in July 2019 | Day 3 | Rolodex Style Flip Christmas Album
Today we are using a gift from a papercraft magazine to make a Rolodex/Memorydex style album. It’s perfect as an advent calendar or Christmas album.
NEW Gable Box/Lantern Die Set Assembly Instructions from Simply Made Crafts
Will you be making a gift box or lantern from this super versatile Gable Box Die Set? You’ll end up with a pretty box whatever you decide to make with it.
Trying Out Silicone Make Up Brush/Pad Ink Blending
I have found the perfect way to blend Distress Oxide Inks, with vibrant results…and no wastage left on the brush! Here’s the info….
Tutorial | Waterfall Folio Mini Album with CD Wallets
I love adding interactive elements into mini albums and clear CD wallets are perfect for adding waterfalls. Simply insert your papers or photos and you are good to go!
My Busy Weekend at Craft Stash Live & Hochanda!!
I’ve had the most wonderfully busy weekend co-hosting Craft Stash Live and bringing Simply Made Crafts to Hochanda! Plus, my new Special Celebrations collection has gone down a storm!
Easy Watercolour Techniques With Arteza Pens & Watercolours
Have you ever wanted to try watercolouring, but didn’t know where to start? Today I have a watercolouring review of some easy to use products from Arteza – they really are beginner friendly!
Stunning Dreamcatcher Cards | Simply Cards & Papercraft Magazine #190
Sometimes you come across a stamp set and you are instantly inspired! I love those moments, so here is what I made with the gift stamps that came with issue 190 of Simply Cards & Papercraft Magazine.
Closer Look | Helen Griffin Stamp Set With Creative Stamping Magazine
I’m really excited to share with you the first Simply Made Crafts Covermount gift with Creative Stamping Magazine! Here’s a closer look….
Tutorial | How To Use Dies With Kraft-Tex | Vintage Luggage Gift Bag
Kraft-Tex is a wonderful material to use in papercrafting. It can be cut, glued, stamped, sewn, and even washed! Today, I show you how easy it is to use with dies to make fabulous strong projects.
Unboxing Video | Spellbinders Platinum 6 & First Project
In my search for a fold up die-cutting machine I came across the Spellbinders Platinum 6. Please join me whilst I unbox and make my first project with it!
Tutorial | Faux Leather Style Traveller’s Notebook With Nitwit Collections
It’s been a while since I have made one of these and I fancied making one without using my laminator. I have found the perfect solution for the cover and it’s nice and sturdy too!
How I Print Digital Embellishments From Nitwit Collections
Today’s tutorial is a highly requested one! We’re starting right at the beginning of using digital/printable papercraft collections and I show you exactly how to get started with printing them.
How to Make Water Slide Decals for Mugs with ALTENEW/Simply Cards & Papercraft Magazine
Today we are making our own pretty daffodil mugs with water slide decals. You’ll be amazed how many nice mugs you can make with these easy transfers!
Tutorial | Mother’s Day Treat Basket | Envelope Punch Board
Today’s project is a really cute little basket that is easy to make from 6″x 6″ paper and the envelope punch board. Follow my easy steps on how to make it…