Inkspiration Haven - Kaszazz

Tutorial Creating a Daisy with Kasz Flower Punch

2012-01-20T01:30:00.019+10:00

I am not sure where this original idea come from , It's not my original idea ....I have searched and searched the web but can't refind the place where I originally found it some time ago.

This is the flower that I will be giving a quick tutourial on how to create this simple but stunning Daisy.

First you punch out the shape of your Flower using Kasz Super Flower Punch (4859) in your desired colour. I used 3 Super punched flowers in the above sample, you could use more if you would like a fuller daisy. I also used 2 punched Jumbo Flowers (4848)

Using Non- Pernament Tape, attach a punched flower to a strip of paper, slightly larger than the flower, of course not the same colour as your flower. Do not use cardstock as it will be too thick to punch through.

Place this into your Flower punch as pictured below, try to centre over the punch petals (the white flower). If its not quiet the centre it won't matter as flower petals are not symetrical in real life so it will add character.

The picture below it shows one flower still attached to the backing paper and I have also included a picture of a double punched Jumbo Flower and a Super Flower.

Repeat this process for all the punched flower shapes.

I have lightly inked the tips of the petals to add more dimension & colour...

Using Glossy Accents , adhere each layer stagnating the position of the petals, starting with the larger size first, then the smaller ones..

Then I have attached a yellow Rhinestone..to represent the middle of a daisy , But you could use what ever you would like in the centre.

Viola you daisy is complete.

I hope you enjoy making this daisy..as much as I did sharing it

See you soon Jo

I'm BAAAAAAAACK ...Again for 2012

2012-01-20T01:27:00.004+10:00

It's so hard to believe it has been over 12 months since I have posted anything here..

I will have to try and remember how to do this all over again..I had even forgotten my password.

Lots and..lots of things have been happening.....I have many thing to share. Including my recent project I submitted at Kaszazz Team Training Day (TTD) earlier this month which coincides with New Product Release.

I hope every one had a Happy and Safe New Year.

Introducing the new Ezy-Press with Video

2010-09-21T12:50:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

Yesterday I share with you the release of the new Embellish Ezy-Press Die Cutting and Embossing machine

I thought I would share some intersting information about the machine.

This is every scrapbookers and cardmakers dream and a must have.

Here are some features of the Ezy-Press:

☺ It has A4 sized cutting pads, giving the flexibility to cut bigger shapes which is great for scrapbooking.

☺ It is a manual (hand operated machine) BUT it is super easy and very convenient to operate. The Ezy-Press has more advanced and robust gearing making turning the handle super easy!

☺ It is compatible with some well known dies on the market (Sizzix Sizzlits, Provo Craft Cuttlebug and Spellbinder dies).

☺ This machine is not currently sold anywhere else in Australia! It is the biggest and easiest roller die cutting machine on the market!

☺ It has some funky Bellish branding and packaging, which matches the other Bellish brand products now available!

Her is a quick introduction Video on how to use the Ezy-Press

Happy Creatin' Jo

Wow, Wow, Wow New Kaszazz Products Sept 2010

2010-09-20T12:10:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

Sorry I have been missing in action for a while ..but I had to pop in and share the fabulous news

Wow what an exciting weekend it was....

It was Kaszazz National Team Training Day, where hundreds of Kaszazz consultants around Australia attend a Training Day at many different locations across Australia. Kaszazz released its September 2010 New Products and consultants got to make 2 new workshop with them.

All I can say is Wow, I think this is one of the best Product releases I have seen since joining Kaszazz over 3 years ago...

Check out the jammed packed 28 page New Products Flier here,.....

The Big News is the arrival of the long awaited Die Cutting Machine ...I will add some more information about the Machine over the next couple of days. It is ever Scrapbookers and Cardmakers dream.

I will also add some pictures of the new workshops created and also photos of my project that I created and won 1st place at the Team Training I attended.

If you would like more information on the new products please send me an email here jobee_1@yahoo.com.au

See you soon Jo

Kaszazz New Products - Sept Pre - Release

2010-07-17T16:22:00.014+10:00

Hi All,

Everyone enjoys a bit of Christmas cheer this time of year (Christmas in July)... So Kaszazz have released some gorgeous Christmas stamps....Theses are available to order right NOW !!!

If you would like a pdf file of the new products email me here and I will send you a copy ..Or if you would like more information an any of Kaszazz products, or would like to book a demonstration or place an order please contact me here.

KASZAZZ CUSTOMER FREEBIES - July 2010

2010-07-04T21:32:00.004+10:00

If you place an order with me during the month of July you will be entitled to this great offer below.

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For every $100 in your order you will receive a free gift (choosen at random by Kaszazz) the value of $15.90 or more.

What a fabulous give-a-way..

so contact me here to place your order

or for more information on the offer or Kaszazz products

email me here

Kaszazz Host Freebies July 2010

2010-07-04T20:57:00.009+10:00

Here are the Host Freebies for July 2010

Don't miss out on these gorgeous Host Gifts.... Book your in home Kaszazz Demonstration today by contacting me here..... or if you would like more information

If your not in the Brisbane area, no problem I can put you in touch with your nearest local Kaszazz Consultant who will offer the same great Deals.

MORE NEW PRODUCTS

2010-06-26T16:15:00.011+10:00

They Say it happens in 3's

2010-04-15T22:14:00.003+10:00

Hi All,

They say bad things happen in 3's so I'm just waiting for the 3rd to hit...

I'm not sure, wether to be angry or cry.... but my computer got very sick a couple of days ago we took it to the Drs. to get fixed and today I got the bad news that it died... and I have lost months and months of down loads , some were very important files, some photos, and I have lost all of my favourite site links.....None of the files on the hard drive are retreavable.. I'm not sure exactly how much I have lost yet till I check the back up hard drive..I suppose it could be worse I could have lost everything.

So at the moment I am on the laptop, which is pretty bare with programs, so I wont get many things posted over the next few days till I work out about getting another computer up and running.

But on a happier note, when I went to the Kaszazz site today one of my workshops I created has been put on the site...(I will share some pics soon maybe tomorrow). Its the project I created back in January for the Team Training Day and it was voted first place.

Also today I received the ATC's from the swap I participated in last mont(Luck of the Irish) I will share those pictures with you also when I have sorted out my computer issues.

The first bad situation was yesterday, I got news that my dad has to have more amputated from his foot.

Happy Scrappin' Jo

A new way to Decorate Easter Eggs

2010-04-04T13:07:00.020+10:00

Wishing you all Happy & safe Easter.

I received these pictures in an email and thought some of them were just tooo cute not to share.

I just love the facial expressions.

Someone has way too much time on their hands..

I hope you have an "Eggcellent Day"

New Kaszazz Products Released

2010-03-31T17:32:00.012+10:00

Hi All,

I'm feeling a bit guilty that I haven't posted here in a long time, but things are busy, busy at the moment...time just seems to go by so fast.

This is just a quick visit today (but I should have some projects to share real soon from a card swap and an ATC swap, and a couple of other projects I have been working on recently).

Now to the fabulous new products.....

Kaszazz have recieved an early shipment of some of the New Products due to be released in May, so to share our excitement they have made these products available to everyone early.

We have a new cutter that comes with a bonus freestyle handle. The cutter comes with a straight blade, but in addition to the straight blade you can purchase a range of interchangeable Blades which cut a variety of edges........ What a fabulous idea...... (see pic below).

As well as the new cutter there is new gorgeous colours of 12 x 12 textured card stock as well as A5 card stock packs .. I have the new colours already and they are just devine..

Just a note: The Scallop Border Punch has already been soo popular it has sold out at present but will be available to order again soon. These punches are great, no need to use the corner rounder to create scalloped edges any more.

More News of more new Pre- released products, still to come..... including stamps , Tim Holtz Inks, Smooch Inks, Smooch Spritz, Design Adhesives and Fluid Chalk Inkpads.

Wow.....There are lots and lots of new pre-released products due for May release.. I'm not sure whats left to surprise us with in May... But I do know there are new Papers being released then.

If you would like to place an order, or have any questions on any of these products or any others please don't hesitate in contacting me HERE

Cheers Jo

New Catalogue - January New Products

2010-01-15T21:07:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you have had a great New Year ...so far..

I've been busy preparing projects with some of the new products to be released this weekend at Kaszazz National Team Training Day.

I know you are gonna "LOVE" (a hint) this release of new products.

On Sunday I will be attending a TTD in my local area where we will complete 2 new workshops, so we will get to have some play time as well as the business side of things.

I've received my new catalogue and its gorgeous..... jammed packed with scrapbook and card making ideas , not to mention great products you can purchase.... If you haven't received your copy and you would like one delivered ($5.95 + postage), contact me HERE I will send one out to you. You can veiw a 3d Version online by clicking on the picture below.

Don't forget to check back here next week when I will share some of the new Products and Workshops ...

Happy Scrappin'

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010 ..plus New 2010 Catalogue

2009-12-31T15:53:00.008+10:00

Hi All,

Wow.....What a year !!!!! and how fast has this year just flown by....Way Too Fast.

Now some really, really exciting News !!!!

Kaszazz have released the new 2010 Catalogue... You can view the new catalogue on line (CLICK HERE) - (3d version)

....What a fabulous way to begin a New Year (and Decade) !!!!!!...

What a huge suprise. There have been lots of exciting changes to the catalogue including some price changes – mostly down and some products are being discontinued.

There have also been many improvements to the catalogue, lots of new customer event projects, and a new section called “The Colour Palette”. This new section groups all of the products together that are used to add colour to your projects and it includes a field guide full of information, tips and techniques on how to use each product.

If you want any products out of the current 2009 catalogue you have until the 19th January to place an order before it gets discontinued... So get in NOW before its gone.

Contact me if you would like to place an order from the old or new catalogue or if you would like to receive the New improved 2010 catalogue ($5.95 + postage).

More details of the New 2010 catalogue will be posted over the coming weeks, with also news of more fabulous products coming 18th January.

I'd to wish everyone a Happy New Year - I hope you are having an enjoyable festive season with your family and friends!

I'd also like to thank you all for your wonderful support and encouragement through out the past year.

While blogging is a lot of fun, and a great way to share my creations with you....YOU are the ones that make it worthwhile. I want you to know how much I appreciate each and every one of you that takes the time to visit my blog, and I especially appreciate it when you take the time to leave a comment. It always perks me up to read your comments – let’s face it, it makes me feel good to know that you enjoy my artwork and that you get inspirations from your visit…so please keep it up ....

May 2010 be a happy, fabulous and prosperous year ahead.

Cheers ......Joanne

MERRY CHRISTMAS... from my home to yours

2009-12-24T21:29:00.004+10:00

Hi All,

I Would like to wish you and your families, my customers, my regular blog followers, Kaszazz consultants, my friends as well as my family a fabulous, wonderful Christmas and a safe, happy & prosperous New Year 2010!.

Eat lots, hug the ones you love and remember the real meaning of this season.

Christmas Cards Completed

2009-12-14T21:55:00.012+10:00

Hi All,

Have you noticed my new header and my background !!! ???? !!!!

I thought my blog was in desperate need of some changes as I was getting bored with the old layout ..I love the boppin Santa ...I think its cute..

Not only have I been decorating my blog into the christmas spirit, but Ive also been putting up Christmas lights and decorations around the house and garden ...So its " begining to feel a lot like Christmas"

I have been busy the last couple of days making my christmas cards (in between nursing sick DH)... I'm glad I don't make cards for everyone, I would have to start making now for next years christmas...lol...

I made over 20 of these little gems..... all different

I used my new Cuttlebug Lace Tree embossing folder (not sold by Kaszazz)....

The last couple of years I have decided to give every one simular theme cards but change the design on each one slightly so they look different, eg changing the card, ink or ribbon colour. changing the embellishments etc. So atleast this way it makes it easier to remember what card was given to whom the previous year, so I don't give the same card 2 years in a row..

I've used a variety of Kaszazz cardstock, variety of inks Distress Ink,Fluid Chalk Ink, some had embossing Powder, Ink Blending tool was used , coloured Rhinestones, Glossy Accents, I have used Icestickles on each card (its hard to see on some of the cards) Kaszazz Mini Messages Stamp Set, and I stamped "May your Christmas sparkle like the tinsel on your tree" on the inside of each card, which is very appropriate as their cards do sparkle with the glitter , rhinestones..even the ribbon has a gold and silver metallic edge trim.

Here is a close up of some of the end results (my favourites...)

I have to make a card for my parents each occassion as they get very disappointed if I buy one..They love receiving my cards. this one is there's ..I added some light decoration that are on a silver thread, I bought a year ago (I knew I would use it one day) from Big W gift wrapping christmas section..I wish I had bought more of this, I still have some left but you can never have too much craft stuff. altho DH might have something to say about that...lol.

This one isnt your traditional christmas colours, but love the way it turned out... I used Colorbox Metalic Gold Ink and pink rhinestones.

I have used Ice Blue Fluid Chalk ink on this one... I love the blue and the Icestickles on this one .

With or without ink they still look effective with the raised embossed pattern which you cant see on the others in the cards.

And lastly another one of my favourites....

I used Tim Holtz Peeled Paint Distress Ink on this one, it matches in well with the red rhinestones.

Did you notice that the paper pricking on most of the cards were different also. I do like the effect of the paper pricking but can be time consuming when making a lot of cards at once like I did here.

So which ones you'r favourite???

Happy Scrappin'

CARD SHARE - Rollagraph

2009-12-02T22:08:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to my Blog.

Just a quick post with a card share today. .....Ive been busy,busy, busy.. it must be that time of year.

This card was created using Pretty Paisleys Jumbo Rollagraph Wheel (26149), this is one of my favourite Rollagraph Wheels (I do have a few favourites) great for any occassion.

Till' next time.... Have a Scrap-tacular day

Cheers Jo

AQUACOLOR CRAYONS - Blog War Challenge - Project

2009-11-30T13:53:00.003+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a great weekend.

Here is my project using the Lyra Aquacolor Crayons.

Not only are the crayons great for vivid colouring of stamped images but they can also be used to create backgrounds like I have in this card on the White Gloss Card.

I stamped butterfly image on the front of the vellum in Coal black, the crayons were used on the back of the stamped image, this way it doesnt matter if u slighty go over the line while colouring, and the colours are bright enough to still be seen from the front.

I used the lavender stamp to create the grass and flowers, using a piece of scrap paper as a mask, the edge of the vellum was edged in Coal black ink also, and adhered to base card using vellum tape...

Have a Scrap-a-licious day,

AQUACOLOR CRAYONS - Blog War Challenge (POW)

2009-11-25T22:04:00.016+10:00

Hi all,

This weeks Blog War Challenge - (POW) is " Lyra AquaColor Crayons".

Lyra Aquacolor Crayons are a water-soluble wax crayons which suits the highest of creative demands. They are highly lightfast and of rich pigmentation of which results in a very high colour brilliancy. They are water-soluble and easy to blend, allowing an almost unlimited range of shades. They can be applied directly to your project or stamp, or activated with an Aquawash Water Brush (6341).

They can be purchased in 3 different sized sets of 12, 24, and 48 to suit your needs or budget, each set is packaged in a convenient metal box.

They can be found on page 65 of the current Kaszazz catalogue... The fabulous news is these were recently reduced in price which is a great saving for you.

Current prices are -
48set (4542) were $134 now $120
24 set (4541) were $79.95 now $78.95
12 set (4540) were $42.95 now $41.95

Refer to this post (click link here) for other Kaszazz products price reductions. If you would like to place and order or would like more information on these products or any others please don't hesitate to contact me via email here .

Lyra Aquacolor Crayons 48 piece - Tin open

I will post a project using these crayons soon.

Cheers Jo

PAINT SPLAT BACKGROUND - Card Share

2009-11-19T21:56:00.009+10:00

Hi all,

Here is a card I created using the Paint Dabber Splash Technique which is featured in this months "Australian Cardmaking Stamping and Papercraft" Magazine (Vol. 15 No. 7) on Pages 74 - 77.

The technique and cards were submitted by one of our own very creative Kaszazz consultants - Michelle Smith.

When I first saw the cards , the first thought that sprang to mind was kids cards, fun, birthdays....

This techniques creates a very vivid, colourful and striking background with a unique textured effect and is very simple to acheive.

Here is my first attempt at using this technique......

I have used Pool Paint Dabber (ABD22466), Raspberry Paint Dabber (ABD22480), Blue card - Primary Pack (9782), White card (9014), Happy Birthday Script Stamp (4088KF), Cupcake Stamp (4136KF), Cupcake-Stripe SB Paper (4831), Coal Black Ink (72010), Aquacolor Crayons and added some Icestickles to the icing on the cupcake image.

If you would like any more information on any of my projects, workshops, and /or Kaszazz Products, please don't hesitate to email me here, only to happy to help with any enquiries.

Happy Scrappin'

Cheers Jo

BLOG WAR CHALLENGE - Petunia Babe

2009-11-18T22:39:00.010+10:00

Hi all,

Here is a cute little card which I actually created for last weeks Blog War Challenge and have only just had the time to post it now. Last week BW Challenge was to ccreate a card or LO featuring a pet or animals....

I have named her "Petunia Babe"..... as she is made with Petunia Bazzill and "Babe" named after her inspiration "Babe" from the movie.

So here she is ..

I'snt she gorgeous..(and I think she knows it...lol.....).

Making this card brought back some childhood memories of when I made a paper mache` pig in primary school, painted it pink and added some daisies very simular to these ones. I have also decorated the back of the card but havent added the picture yet.

Happy Scrappin'

Cheers Jo

CARD SHARE

2009-11-10T22:14:00.006+10:00

Hi All,

I'm back, glad to see you have joined me again .... My dad seems to be doing well at the moment no sign of infection -which is great news, he had another Angiogram and operation today to have stints put in to clear blockages..Thanks to all those people who have asked and sent well wishes.

I thought it was about time I shared the cards we made last month when I visited Pam (from my upline) -- "waves to Pam - Hi" and the other girls...

These gorgeous cards were created by Naomi Elliot one of Kaszazz's very creative consultants .....arn't they just devine.

Happy Scrappin'

A QUICK UPDATE - MIA

2009-11-05T21:03:00.004+10:00

Hi All,

I can't believe its been 3 weeks since I have posted....how time has flown by - wish I could say I was having fun.

Appologies for my absence, but its been a real battle and difficult time (physically and emotionally) for me the past few weeks.

My dad has been un-well for over 7 months, 2 weeks ago he was hospitalized for 5 days on intravieness antibiotics 7 times a day... three days after he got home ( he should never have been sent home, but that is a long story), friday he was told by his specialist he had to go to the city hospital a.s.a.p. (5 hours away) to have partial amputation of his foot as he developed gangrene in the bone...(which wouldnt have appeared in the 3 days he was out of hospital..grrrr country hospitals) so that operation happened on sunday morning.... he still isnt out of the woods yet he has to heal without infection and fingers crossed they got all the affected bone.

Today there has been talk that he may have another operation as an Angiogram he had yesterday, revealed he has a couple of blockages... So we are not sure how much longer he will be in hospital for.... it could be a couple more weeks yet.

So on top of all this I havent been feeling 100% myself, I'm emotionally drained and I have lost my mojo at present, but it will come back.

Ending on a good note I recently got notification from Kaszazz that I have had some workshops I submitted accepted.

Cheers Jo

PRICE REDUCTIONS - Kaszazz Products

2009-10-23T21:27:00.006+10:00

Exciting News........PRICE DOWNS...... just in time for Christmas - perfect!

Due to the current value of the AUS$, Kaszazz have reducred some prices of their products.

There are a heaps of price reductions.... some are listed below.

INKPADS
**Clearsnap RangeAncient page ink pads (pg 69) was $11.95 now $8.95
**Vivid premium dye inkpads (pg 71) was $11.95 now $9.95
**Colorbox mini pad (page 75) was $7.95 now $6.50
**Colorbox fluid chalk inkpad (page 77) was $13.95 now $10.95

BAZZILL BASICS
**ALL 12 x 12 Bazzill Basics (pg 44) was $1.25 now $1.00
**ALL 12 x 12 Bazzill Bling (pg 44) was $1.35 now $1.20
**ALL 12 x 12 Bazzill 12 piece packs (pg 45) was $15.00 now $11.95
**ALL 12 x 12 Bazzill Metalics (pg 45) was $3.95 now $3.25

ROLLAGRAPH
**Rollagraph ink cartridge (pg 82) was $10.95 now $9.95
**Rollagraph Regular wheel (pg 83-85) was $11.95 now $10.95
**Jumbo Rollagraph Ink pad (page 86) was $14.95 - now $11.95
**Jumbo rollagraph wheel (pg 87-90) was $17.95 - now $15.35

RANGER PRODUCTS
**Distress crackle paint (pg 64) was $12.95 -now $9.95
**Adirondack Paint Dabbers (pg 63) was $9.95 - now $8.95
**Perfect Pearls kit (pg 65) was $44.95 - now $34.95
**Tim Holtz distress inkpads (pg 72) was $14.50 - now $11.9
**Distress embossing powder ( Sept release) was $14.50 - now $11.95

LYRA AQUACOLOR CRAYONS - (pg 65)
**Aquacolor crayons 48 set - was $134.95 - now $120
**Aquacolor crayons 24 set - was $79.95 - now $78.95
**Aquacolor crayons 12 set - was $42.95 - now $41.95

PEBBLES CHALKING SETS - (Pg 64)
**Chalking sets pearlescent - was $37.95 - now $33.95
**Chalking sets -was $32.95 - now $27.95

Smooch pearlised accent ink ( Sept release) was $9.95 - now $8.95

For a full list on all of our (Kaszazz's) product price reductions please contact me for more information here.

GLITTER & STICKER PAPER - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-10-14T22:10:00.009+10:00

Hi all,

This weeks Blog War Challenge is Double sided sticker paper & glitter.

Kaszazz have a huge range of vibrant coloured Glitter, to add elegance and sparkle to projects they are ideal to use with the Design Adhesives.

The colour range can be found on page 58 of the current catalouge and there are more newly released colours which can be found on page 6 of the July Release Products Flier and some more in the September release Flier on page 16.

The Double Sided Adhesive Paper (1931) can be found on page 61 of the current Kaszazz Catalogue. Each pack contains 5 A4 Sheets .

Products used in todays project are ...

Double Sided Adhesive Paper (1931), White Card (9803), Stripes SB Paper (4831) from 'My Girl' range, SB Bazzill Bling - Glitz (4671), Light Blue Glitter (2672), Light Pink Glitter (2678), Rainbow Glitter (2683), Super Daisy Punch (4858), Smile Stamp (4130KC).

Sorry about the picture quality, but it ws hard to get a decent shot as I kept getting glare from the glitter and the Bling Bazzill using the flash.. I will see if I can get a better picture in daylight.

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

KASZAZZ - New Consultant freebie

2009-10-12T23:07:00.009+10:00

Wow... Wow.....Wow.....

look at this fabulous

New Kaszazz Consultant FReebie...

“Stock Box Accelerator”! ......

*** In addition to Kaszazz existing new consultant promotion, new consultants joining under the full kit option between October 19th 2009 to November 30th 2009 will receive a whopping $200 RRP surprise pack of current range Kaszazz products.

There has never been a better time than now to join my team ... and Kaszazz. What a great way to build your kit.

Don't delay......Contact me jobee_1@yahoo.com.au today for more details...

Hurry before this great offer ends.....you don't want to be miss out.

I'm Baaaack .....

2009-10-10T17:59:00.003+10:00

Hi All,

I'm back...from holidays in South Australia...I had a wonderful time, but am glad to be back home again...where it is warmer and a little less hectic than the past week or so...

This is the first holiday we have had for a long while.

I did manage to surprise everyone.. the Wednesday was very emotional time for my dad.

Time just flew by so quick.....

Majority of our time was filled with constant stream of visits to family and friends...Poor DH was dragged everywhere..I think he got sick of hearing the stories over and over again.

I did manage to have a small amount of craft time when I caught up with Pam from my up line and some friends.

I now literally have hundreds of emails to catchup on..this will keep me occupied for the next few days..

So I will be back into the Blog Wars again next week.

Have a geat weekend ...

Cheers Joanne

Card Share - and secret revealed

2009-09-29T10:03:00.006+10:00

Hi All,

I hope your having a great day ..I am.

I can finally reveal a secret that I have been hiding for the past couple of days...I am in South Australia...surprising my parents and friends for a visit..It is also my Dad's 70th Birthday today Wednesday 30th Sept. That is also why I had to do the hurry bulk lot of Cuttlebug stuff over the past week or so.

Altho this post says I posted it yesterday..I actually drafted it before I went away.

Here is the card I made for him .. I have used SB Paper Argyl - Stripes (4593) Admiral Bazzill (4213) Oatmeal Card, Mini Messages (006KK) , Roman Clock (003KD), Fluer STamp (4190KC), Cute Letter Alphabet (1773LN), Label Numbers (2003LH), Mini Fasteners Antique (4421), Pewter Spiral Clip (4388) Brown Aqua Stitch Ribbon (70907).

The first picture is the front of the card....

The ute stamp is from Stamp It is no longer sold by Kaszazz... I used this image a couple of years ago on a card I made for dad , he loved it, unaware to me that this image meant a lot to him ..it actually reminded him of a car he use to own when he was younger..so that is why I have used this stamp again...Mum actually reminded me the other day how much he loved that card ..So I'm sure he will love this one...

This is the card open....onthe middle section where I will write I stamped the Roman Clock (003KD) image as we are giving him a Watch which is engraved

I will be back at the end of next week after I get back from holidays...

Til then Happy Scrappin' ... Joanne

** PLEASE NOTE *** ..I actually wrote this earlier in the week..(Tuesday before I went away on holidays ) I have only just had a chance to get internet access and to be able to show it on my blog.

I''ve Caught the Bug......

2009-09-29T00:01:00.014+10:00

Hi all,

Remember when I mentioned in yesterdays post I had been busy the past week or so...

Well this is some of what I have been doing....

I've caught the Bug.....

No.... not the virus or bad type of bug.

Iv'e been playing with my Cuttlebug ..and been busy cutting out die shapes..I cut about 200 all up...I cut them to give to my Mum. I got her hooked into cardmaking and papercraft too, but she doesnt have a Cuttlebug..

Here is just a few shapes / characters I created.... (not all card stack used is from Kaszazz) some have multiples in different colours. Most of these characters are more than 3 shapes combined to form the finished product.

Here are some Wedding / love themed die cuts...I love the handcuffs I used some silver metalic cardstock on some of these..I did the horse shoe in some silver metalic also.

Here are some Christmas ones ..

I love the reindeers I actually inked around the edges to give them a 3d look.. I used some Kaszazz Bazzil Bling - "Glitz (4671) on the Bauble Tag and then also embossed it Snowflakes using the cuttlebug Machine. I also did the Bauble Die Cuts in a Green Metalic and Red metalic..they look gorgeous.

Below is my Spring Theme Set ...

I just love how the shimmer paper I used on the butterflies turned out..its a Pearlised shimmer paper..I'm not sure where I got it from, I collected it along my travels somewhere.

I just love my cute animals below.. Including Winnie the Pooh...he is a cut and emboss.. The horse and the Rabbit Peekers are very time consumming to make. The horse consits of 8 different pieces and then I highlighted bits with my White Gel pen.

The bunnies consist of 9 pieces and I inked the edge of ever piece before sticking them together, then added detail with my Black pen.

Last but not least is my Seaside collection with a couple of others ..

the dolphins and the boots were also done in the Glitz Bazzill Bling , the bee I used some Bright Lights Bazzill Bling (4668).I loved how they turned out.

I still have other Dies I haven't used..but I ran out of time..I will do some another time..

I love my Bug.........

Cheers Joanne

P.S ...We also have a new Consultant joining us in the Blog Wars ....Tamsin Alford. see her blog here.... http://tamsinalford.blogspot.com/

Welcome to the Wars...I look forward to "War-ing with you and seeing your creations...

Food - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-09-28T22:33:00.010+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend..Mine was busy..and has been an busy week...More about that later in the week..all will be explained.

This weeks Blog War Challenge is to create a project involving the theme " Food".

Back in July Kaszazz release a stamp range to make your own recipe cards, for you to create a collectio of your favourite recipes or to make and give as a gift. Below is one of our available workshops created by our very creative Kaszazz Consultant Rachel Shillito ...Ask your friendly Kaszazz consultant about this workshop.

Here is a peek at the stamps released earlier this year back in July. (stamps are shown smaller than actual size)

Here is my creation for today...I created a 6 x 4 recipe card using, Bubblegum Bazzill (4455), strips of SB Paper, Cute Letter Alphabet Set (1773LN), Cupcake Stamp from from Doodle Design Endearments Set (4176KM) , small circle punch (4840) and Super Circle Punch (4857) Lyra Crayons, Ice stickles (4016).

Now all I have to do is write my favourite cake recipe on it.

Happy Scrappin'

Cheers Joanne

Card Share - Botanical Tiles Rollagraph

2009-09-24T23:15:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

Atleast the sky's clear here today, a vast difference on yesterday, and no strong dust smell, which is good.

Here is today's card creation. Hope you like it.

I have used Botanical Tiles (26030) Rollagraph Jumbo Wheel...I love this wheel...

If you would like more information on this project or any other please do'nt hesitate dropping me a message.

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

Card Share - Using Scraps

2009-09-23T23:36:00.008+10:00

Hi All,

Wow how eerie the sky was today here in parts of Qld and parts of NSW...The sky glowed a orange / red colour.. A huge dust storm is from Outback South Australia is what caused it, due to the strong winds .... You can still smell the dust now, not so good for sinus.

These pictures have not been photoshoped.. The first picture is here in Brisbane

Here is a today and a normal shot of the sky in Sydney

On to todays card .....Here is another card sample showing how to put your left over scraps to good use..

I have used some Dots - Squares (4629) SB Paper from our Blossom Range to make the pin wheels, also used Stripes (4631) SB Paper from the Blossom Range, Marmalade Bazzill (4456), Parakeet Bazzill (4222), 8 x 8 White card (4040) for the base and a brad in each pinwheel to hold down the points.

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

DESIGN ADHESIVES - Product of the week

2009-09-22T22:19:00.008+10:00

Hi All,

Welcome to this weeks " Product of the Week" (Blog War Challenge).

This weeks showcased product is our newly released Design Adhesives these can be found in the July 09 Release flier and Sept 09 flier ...Full range of Design Adhesives can be seen below or by viewing the fliers on theKaszazz website...click here..

Unfortunately I don't have any of these...yet. So I won't be making creations with this product,..... but I will be adding some other creations during the week.

Design Adhesives are double sided adhesive patterns which are perfect to use with glitter or embossing powder, fabulous for creating borders and frames in seconds.

Each pack contains four 2 x 7 adhesive sheets. Design Adhesives co-ordinate with the Jumbo Rollagraph designs.

Please Note..Designs shown are not actual size.

Happy Scrappin' ..

Cheers Joanne

KIDS CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-09-17T22:36:00.007+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's Blog War Creation.

I have used Olive Card (4927) from Earth Tones Card Essentials Pack, Bahama Bazzill (4215), Stars - /stripes SB Paper ( 4689) from the Spice Range, White Card, Skater Boy (4151KI) I just love this stamp...he is sooooo cute. Ancient Page Coal Black Ink (72010), Mini Messages Set (006KK), Aquacolor Crayons (4542).

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

KIDS CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 1 - plus New Products Release

2009-09-16T21:56:00.005+10:00

Hi all,

Sorry I have been MIA (Missing in Action) for a few days ..but I have been busy, busy, busy.

Some fantastic News......Kaszazz released gorgeous new products on Monday, the main theme of the release is "School Day's" ...a 3d version of all the new gorgeous products can be seen on the Kaszazz website ...click link below (More details on new products soon)

Over the weekend.....Hundreds of consultants from all over Australia attended Team Training Day's at various locations across Australia to celebrate the release of the new products. At the Training Day we completed one of the new card workshops and a Scrapbook double page layout - the main theme is "Back to School".

A competition was run, to place an entry you had to create a project which included the Antique Gold Embelishment kit, I was ecstatic as my creation was voted first prize, and I received a 12 x 12 Scrapbook Hinged Album pack containing the new papers, Card Stock, Rub - Ons, Ribbons etc.

I may show a sneek peek of what I created in the next couple of days, but I can't give away too much til it is submitted , and fingers crossed is accepted by Kaszazz as a Demo Project.

Onto this weeks Blog War Challenge.... We are creating Kid's Cards here is my creation for today using scraps I had left over. I added some Icestickles to the icing on cupcake image, I used Petunia Bazzil as the base card, all so used in the card was Stripy Journal (4764) Gelati SB Paper Range, Limeade Bazzill (4457), Sunshine Bazzill, Bubblegum Bazzill, white Card.

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

ATC's Fathers Day / Male - Blog War Challenge - Project 4

2009-09-04T23:28:00.006+10:00

Back again... 2 posts in the one day.

Here is anothe ATC as promised.....

I have used Pinecone Bazzill as the base card again, Bahama Bazzill , Jacaranda Bazzill (94304), a scrap piece of Stripes (4564) from Azure Paper Range, Ancient Page Coal black Ink, Black Rollerball Pen, Antique Bronze Brad, Brown Aqua Stictch Ribbon, Smile Stamp (4130KC).

I hope you have enjoyed my ATC creations this week.. ATC's are great to make , quick and easy and show people a small piece of your artwork, all the projects this week were using scraps. Remember you can always add your ATC's to other card and SB Paper to create a card or scrapbooking pages.

Don't forget to check out the other girls Blogs.... Participants list is on the right side menu.

Make sure you visit for next weeks creations.

Have a great weekend , I will be busy creating my project for the TTD for the following weekend.

ATC's Fathers Day / Male - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

2009-09-04T15:28:00.004+10:00

Hi all,

Today is DH birthday ..... "Happy Birthday hun" ...mwwaa.

Here is an ATC I made yesterday, I ran out of time last night to post it, I got side tracked finishing DH's Birthday card.

I have used Pinecone Bazzill (4223) as the base card Natural card from the Neutrals Card Pack (9750) Fern Stamp, Scrpit Background,Shabby Shutters , Peeled Paint, Ink Blending Tool, the quote is from Dad Vellum (4495) and attached it with staples.

I should get time to make an ATC later today and get it posted, so make sure you check back again later.

Happy Scrappin'

Joanne

ATC's Fathers Day / Male - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-09-02T22:01:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

Here's my ATC for today.

I have used Bahama Bazzill as a base colour, using the blending tool inked with Blue Iris FluidChalk INk (71034) I edged white card, then stamped the Solid Car (4142KF) and Happy Fathers Day (394LD) in Prussian Blue, I also swiped the Prussian Blue ink pad around the edge of the white card after I created the (ticket) corners, finally I added some Antique Silver brads (4421) to each corner.

We have a new participant joining us this week in the Blog Wars....

"Welcome".... to the Blog Wars Margaret.. I look forward to seeing your creations and 'War-ing' with you.

Margaret's Blog address is in the Participants list on the side menu, and don't forget to check out the other girls creations also.

Happy Scrappin'

Cheers Joanne

ATC's Fathers Day / Male - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-08-31T23:13:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge.

This week we are making ATC's ( Artist Trading Cards). We are using a Father's Day / Male theme.

ATC's are miniature works of art created on 2 ½ X 3 ½ inch card stock, they are originals, most importantly, self-produced - anybody can produce them.

The idea is that you trade them with other people who produce cards, either at TRADING SESSIONS or wherever you meet another ATC trader. They can also be attached to base cards to create a full sized card or scrapbooking project. They are a great item to make to use up scraps of cardstock and paper.

Kaszazz have a gorgeous ATC Stamp set which has a total of 91 different variety of words, backing templates and name plates, it can be found on page 171 of the current Kaszazz Catalogue.

I have used Bahama Bazzill, Parakeet Bazzill, Skate SB Paper from "All Boy" Range (4801), Lines Stamp (1933LH), Happy Fathers Day Stamp (394LD), Tim Holtz Shabby Shutters Ink (TIM1490), Ancient Page (72010) Coal Black Ink All products used are available from Kaszazz.

Happy Stampin'

Joanne

FLUID CHALK INKS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-08-26T23:18:00.009+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's " Blog War " creation.

Well...they say looks can be deceiving... This card definitely fits that description...

This card may look like it was quick and easy...but it wasn't, there was a lot of pre-planning and measuring making sure the punched border and hearts were even...but after all the measurements were worked out it all came together quiet well.

I have used Blue Iris Chalk Ink (71034) also used were, Pomegranite Card from our new Earth Tone Essentials card range (4927), Vine Stamp from Treasured Memories Set (4129KO), Smile Stamp (4130KC), Starmist Bazzill (4226), Flourish Border Punch (4866), Mini Heart Punch (4870), Corner Rounder Punch and I aded some Aqua Organdy Ribbon (70605). All products used are available from Kaszazz.

When I remake this card I will make a couple of changes, as the Smile sentiment doesn't show clearly (shows up even less in the photo) so I will stamp it in a different colour, and I thought about maybe adding some colour to the vine image.

What do you think ???

Happy Scrappin'

FLUID CHALK INKS - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-08-25T11:53:00.011+10:00

Hi all...

I hope you had a fabulous weekend. The weather here was fabulous (around 30 degrees) we did some gardening and I managed a bit of time to do some papercraft stuff. Today's temp is mid 30's, so I think summer is on its way...yay !!!!!

I made a start on a couple of birthday cards , one is for DH ..So I can't show it yet .. as he checks my blog regularly. I also made a start start on making my project for the Kaszazz Team Training Day coming up on the 13th September, we are asked to create a project including the Antique Gold Embelishment Kit (page 57 current catalogue) more on this later in the weeks following.

This week Kaszazz product we are showcasing is ...." Fluid Chalk Ink ".

Kaszazz offer a huge range of beautiful soft colours which can be found on pages 77 - 79 of the current Kaszazz Catalogue.

These gorgeous inks blend like die inks and dry quick on most surfaces. The ink pads are available in various sizes cats eye, mini pad, regular size ink pad, Option pads and Queue cats eye stack.

The Options Pads are very economical as you receive 8 gorgeous colours in each palette. Each colour plate can be lifted from the palette for direct-to-paper application.

The Colorbox Fluid Chalk Queue are multi coloured (6 varieties) nested Cat's Eye inkpads.

Here is today's creation, using Dark Peony Fluid Chalk Ink (71032).

I have also used White 8 x 8 card (6066)for base, black card (9883) , Happy Birthday stamp (4085KF), Dragonfly and small daisy from the Springtime stamp Set (4112KO), Daisy small (4011KC), and Magenta Rick Rack Ribbon (6464)

Cheers

MALE CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

2009-08-21T23:01:00.004+10:00

Hi all

Here is todays card...It's something a little different.

Yes..... the side of the card is cut on an angle...its not an optical illusion created by the camera...altho its not one of the best photo's.

I have used Bahama Bazzill (4215) for the base card, I have hand drawn the white stitching around the cut out area with a White Gel Pen (1916), Tool Border (1700LH) image was inked in Perfect Medium (2383), added some Black white stitch ribbon (70959), and a Silver Spiral Clip (4602) ... Fathers day (394LD) sentiment was stamped in Ancient Page Coal Black Ink (72010) on the inside if the card onto the white card (9014) insert.

Originally I didnt have the Tool image on the card, and some how a finger print mark got onto the front of the card after I had finished it (don't you hate that...!!!!!) , so I disquised it by stamping the tool border image over it...

Now you wouldn't even know it was there (smiles).... and I think it looks better with the tool image on there, so maybe it was fate...... Its easy to hide little ooopsies , by using a little imagination without the need to throw the card away and start all over again.

Have a .."Scrap-a-rific" weekend.....

MALE CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-08-20T23:29:00.005+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's Blog War creation.

I've use Parakeet Bazzill as a base card(4222), Pinecone Bazzill (4223), Stripes SB Paper (4801) from "All Boy" Range, motorbike (1341LM) image was stamped using Espresso Paint Dabber AED22589) Birthday Sentiment (006KK) was inked in Walnut Stain (TIM19534), I also added some Antique Brads (4421).

Happy stampin'

MALE CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-08-19T23:22:00.009+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to my blog...

This weeks Blog War Challenge is making "Male cards"..... perfect timing with Fathers Day less than a couple of weeks away.

I love the way most of this card turned out.. I'm sure any handy-man would love it. I'm going to change it to a Fathers Day card, as I'm not happy with what I've got on it..I already changed it a couple of times, its getting to late in the evening to change it again now...

Altho it doesnt show up all that well in the first photo the woodbeams have a wood grain effect to them, by using a direct to paper technique.

I black embossed the Tool Border image, coloured them with the Lyra Crayons and then cut around them..very (very) carefully, actually the embossing made it easier to colour in and cut, you don't go over the lines. Was a little time consuming cutting around the smaller shapes, but not too bad considering the end result.

I added some silver brads to the wooden beams to look like nails/bolts. The beams are in a woven pattern and I have used Magic Mount on some to give a more 3d look. Bahama Bazzill was used for the base card.

A close up picture showing the woodgrain effect

We have some new girls participating in the Blog Wars this week, so don't forget to check out all the Blog War Paricipants (list on the side menu).

All products used in the project are available from Kaszazz if you would like any, information on this card or any other products , project, getting free products or anything in general ...please contact me here...

Happy Scrappin'

" EMBOSSING " - Blog War Challenge - Projects 2 & 3 (plus extra)

2009-08-14T23:27:00.011+10:00

Hi All,

Here is my second project for this weeks Challenge.

I have used the "Resist embossing Technique " with this card.

Here is project 3...I couldn't decide (when I was making these) which background colour I prefered...Parakeet Bazzill (card 1) or Bahama (card 2)...

I think I prefer the Parakeet , but this is one of my most favourite colours so my judgement is a bit clouded ... I did try it with a couple of other colour base cards but I liked these 2 the most.

Which of the following do you prefer??

I decided to show you the project that I started on wednesday that was the inspiration for the cards above, the more I looked at it the more I decided it have a charm about it.

I did trim a bit off the edges, as it had to much of a border, I would have preferred to have more blue in it.... I used a mask oval for the centre.

I will create something with this but not sure what yet.

Have a ' scap-a-rific' weekend.....

" EMBOSSING "- Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-08-13T17:13:00.006+10:00

Hi All,

This weeks Blog War Challenge is "Embossing". Kaszazz have a fantastic range of Embossing Powders (27 Varieties) which can be seen on page 66 of the current Kaszazz Catalogue . A 3d version of the catalogue can be viewed online here

Yesterday I had a fabulous idea, in my head, for a card involving embossing - resist technique, but when it come to putting ink to paper it didnt really work out how I wanted it to, I didnt really like the end result....so it is back to the inking pad... I have worked out ways to improve it so..I hope to finish it later tonight , and put it on my blog with tomorrows project.

Here's my creation for today. Black isnt usually a card I use much when making cards..but it seemed right for todays elegant project.

I have embossed the Silhouette Cafe (4172KL) stamped image in Black Embossing powder, which was stamped onto Quatro Dots SB Paper(4836) from Kaszazz Bella Range. I edged the SB Paper with Snowcap Paint Dabber. This was matted onto Black card , and I added friends sentiment with Magenta Organdy ribbon.

Cheers

20+ METAL EMBELLISHMENT USES

2009-08-09T21:40:00.010+10:00

With the Blog War Challenge using Metal embellishments the past week, I thought it would be a great time to share some ideas using brads and eyelets in your scrapbooking and card making , that I have come across in my papercraft journey.

Connectors on paper piecing for moveable parts
Attaching vellum
Accents on journal blocks
To "hang" things from
Accent center of flowers
Eyes of paper dolls and animals
Decoration on a child's ball
Buttons on a shirt , dresses etc
Decorations on a Christmas tree
Center of a pinwheel
Center of tires
The "dot" on an i or j
Lacing something together
As an accent on a letter
In the hole of a tag
Use to embellish the corner of tags or images
End of antenna on a bug
Borders
Attach ribbon and fabric
Use on butterfly wings
Sprinkles on a cupcake
spell out words (outline letters)

Use your imagination!!!

I'm know there are plenty of others ......Can you think of some more.... ????

Let me know what you have seen in your journey.

METAL EMBELLISHMENTS - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

2009-08-07T22:14:00.008+10:00

Hi all,

Here is my project for today's Blog War Challenge.

Metal embelishments used are heart charm from "Girl Things Charms"(4875) and a Polka Dot Brad (4682). The whole project was made from pieces of scraps I had.

Other Kaszazz products used were Parakeet Bazzill (4222), Petunia Bazzill (4400), White card (9127), Flower Paisley SB Paper (4684) from Ooh -la-la Range, Daisy Fabric Flower (4696), Punch 'n' Set Tool (4901), Circle Punch (4856), Corner Rounder, Dark Peony Ink (71032), Pine Ancient Page Ink (72016), For My Friend Stamp (4083KF), Friends Like Flowers Stamp (4048KG), Fancy Flourish (4222KK) and last but not least Magenta Organdy Ribbon (6493).

Im sure I will be making a lot more of these in the future, these are a great idea for party invitations as well.

I hope you like it. Please leave a comment and let me know what you think.

Tag inside envelope

Tag out

close up of metal heart charm

Don't forget to check out Kris's and Tina's Blog (links are on side menu) for their gorgeous creations this week.

Have a Stamperific Weekend.....

Cheers

METAL EMBELLISHMENTS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-08-06T21:30:00.004+10:00

I'm baaacckkk....

Well making this card was a little more painful than I thought it would be, I could hardly manage to put pressure to use the rotary cutter...but I managed eventually with a bit of pain in the process (refer ro previous post).

Here's my creation for the Blog War Challenge.

I have used a silver eyelet(4907) and a silver brad (4602) as my metal embelishments.

Also used Oatmeal card(9690), Parakeet Bazzill(4222), Bahama Bazzill (4215), Ancient Page Ink, Skate / Stripes SB from the All Boy Range(4801), Star Punches, Calendar Icon Stamp set(4126KJ) , Mini Messages stamp set(006KK) andBrown Aqua Stitch Ribbon (70907).

Cheers

Blog Update ..MIA

2009-08-06T11:48:00.004+10:00

Sorry I have been missing in action the past couple of days, but I have been in complete agony with my arm and shoulder, I havent been getting much sleep either.

I started taking some pain killers and Anti-inflammatories yesterday, it seems to be feeling a little better this morning, atleast I can move it slightly before any pain..

So I should be able to get another project up later today.

I am feeling a little guilty because I havent participated much this week.

Hopefully the pain should be complely gone over the next couple of days (fingers crossed) and be able to move my shoulder more freely..Tho I wont be going out and swinging bats and balls around .

METAL EMBELLISHMENTS - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-08-04T13:15:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend.

I'm just about to head out the door so this is going to be a quick post for now, and I will update it with more details later tonight when I get home. You can probablly guess some of the items I have used.

This weeks Blog War Challenge is Metal embelishments, which a range can be found on pages 57 and 58 of the current Kaszazz Catalogue...

I seem to always make female orientated cards so I thought it was about time I catered for the male species. I have used some Antique Brads in my project today.

I've bought this Train stamp some time ago ,but ...its only the first time I have used it, I had plans on making a card..but never got around to it yet....lol. Im sure i will be using this stamp alot in the near furture.

I will probably give this card to my dad for either his 70th birthday or Fathers day next month.

Ok here are the items used.... Bahama Bazzil, Crackle SB Paper, White large Tag(4642), Wood Spice Card (9878) Castaway Pack, Antique Brads, Vintage Photo Inkpad, Peeled Paint Ink, Wethered Wood Ink, Cute Letter Set (1773LN), Train Stamp (1535LJ), Script Background (4077KM) Roman Clock (003KD).

If you would like more detail on this card or any other creations or products ....please don't hesitate contacting me via email ..click here

Cheers JO

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

2009-07-30T23:35:00.005+10:00

Hi all,

Here is todays project.

I have used the new christmas SB Papers , Alpine / Flourish (4918) and Journal / Stripes (4917) from July New release Products ....see flier here

Holly (6184) base card, Post mark - Christmas (4038KD) stamp was silver embossed(10020) and added some Red Green Stitch Ribbon (70914)

Happy Stampin'

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-07-29T22:24:00.009+10:00

Hi all,

Here is the second project for this weeks Blog War Challenge.

I have created a very simple but effective card using Gold Emboss(10030), Berry Red Card(6183), and some coloured rhinestones(4555), and only cost approx. $1 to make.

I also used Swirl Tree Large (1952LI) and Merry Christmas (1748LE) stamps. Swirl and flourish stamps are my most favourite things at the moment.

Cheers

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-07-27T23:43:00.007+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a great week end.

This weeks Blog War Challenge is...... " Christmas in July" where we will be show casing the gorgeous range of Christmas Stamps and Christmas SB Papers available from Kaszazz.

Our range of Christmas Stamps can be found on Pages 133 - 139 in the current Kaszazz Catalogue as well as the New July Products flier, which can be viewed by clicking here.

Here is my project for today.

I have gold embossed " Merry Bauble (1744LK) image and used the red Aquacolor Crayon to colour the ribbon. The bauble image is hidden under the pointsettia flower.

The Piontettia flower was punched using the Super and Jumbo Daisy Punches, I gold embossed a piece of Berry Red card with large Swirl Tree (1952LI) before punching out the Daisy shapes, to create a pattern on the flower petals. I rubbed the back of the flower petals in a circular motion with a rounded end object while resting on a mouse pad and then turned them over to the front and rubbed in the centre of the Daisy to give the petals more dimension.

The leaves of the pointsettia were punched using the Super Daisy from Holly card, I added a yellow rhinestone to the centre of the flower, then attached the Pointsetta with Magic Mount to the base card.

The newly released Fancy Flourish (4222KK) Stamp was inked in Ancient Page Pine Ink (72016) around the edge of the card.

I love this new Flourish Stamp ..its just gorgeous.

Cheers

TEDDY BEARS PICNIC - Blog War Challenge - Project 4

2009-07-24T22:20:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

Firstly to all those who asked and emailed me reguarding creating the Bow in yesterdays project...thank you for your comments.... I'll contact you all sometime over the next couple of days with the secret.

I have been busy playing with my new stash I received today....whooooo.(pictured below) ... Just have a look at some of it..

I got heaps of new goodies, lots of new stamps, various punches, some chipboard, ribbon, lots of papers and card including the new SB Essentials textured 12 x 12 card stock and I also got some Smooch and a new Rollagraph Wheel....

I didn't really make anything exciting just had a play and experimented... Hopefully I should get some creating time over the weekend for next week Blog War Challenge and some Workshops I am working on.

I have to confess...because I was busy playing (guilty), and I had other day to day things to do, like shopping..Lol.. I didn't get a chance to make the card I had planned for the challenge...but I will save it for another time....

So I have cheated with todays card...I actually made this card over 4 years ago (before becoming a Kaszazz consultant). I use to go to monthly craft Workshops with a Kaszazz Consultant (formerly Crafty kids) who is now my up-line.

To enquire about in home Workshops drop me an email here

I have stamped the Large Net (1094LK) randomly in Vintage Photo Ink onto pale blue base card, then mounted the Lazy Daisy (810LK) stamped image (also inked in Vintage Photo) onto the base card. She was coloured using Pebbles Chalks. Very simple and easy to make.

Have a Stamperific Weekend...

TEDDY BEARS PICNIC - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

2009-07-23T23:04:00.007+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge creation.

Today I have used Becky Bear (1387LJ) stamp by Lucy from the Kaszazz range of Bear stamps.

Isn't she just gorgeous??....

As soon as I saw her, I knew I j had to have her, she is one of my favourite Bears - along with Lazy Daisy, Nicole's Bears and the Old Bear stamps. A full range of the Bear stamps available can be seen on pages 142 -145 in the current Kaszaz catalogue .. A 3d version of the catalogue also the new released products flier can be seen online .. CLICK HERE http://www.kaszazz.com/KaszazzProducts/ProductsCatalogue/tabid/104/Default.aspx

I also used Cupcake / Stripes SB Paper (4831) from the " My Girl " range,Petunia Bazzill (4400), Happy Birthday Script (4088KF) stamped in Dark Peony Chalk ink(71032) and added some White Gosgrain Ribbon (70550). Becky was coloured with Lyra Aquacolor Crayons (4542) using a Aquawash Water Brush (6341) and then used magic mount to attach her to the base card.

Don't forget to look at Kris's and Tina's Blog .. they have been making some gorgeous projects. Their links are on the right hand side under "Blog War Participants".

See you tomorrow,

TEDDY BEARS PICNIC - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

2009-07-22T16:50:00.010+10:00

Hi all,

Here is my project for the Blog War Challenge.

I made this gorgeous Waterfall Card using Bear Stamp set 4 (1847LM).

I've had this stamp set for a few years now (even before becoming a Kaszazz consultant).
The girls loved making these cards when I regularly taught making them at the local Craft Group (in S.A) a couple of years ago before moving to Qld, they are so much fun and not that hard to make.

Other Kaszazz products used were: Black card (6175) , White card (9014), Cinamon card -Heritage Pack(6218), Antique Silver Brads (4421), Black Orange Stitch ribbon (70960), also used "For my Friend Script " stamp(4083KF), the Bear images were coloured with Aquacolour Crayons.

You pull on the ribbon and the pictures flip over just like a waterfall, hence the name, and then reveals a hidden message - I stamped "For my Friend" on the pull card strip.... refer to images 2 and 3 below.

I just love how the second teddybear image looks like its trying to peek out from behind the first one.

Image #2

Image #3DH was suprised to learn that I don't have all the Kaszazz Bear Stamps (well not yet..... give me time and I will..lol) ... because I am an avid Teddybear collector..my craft room plus other rooms in the house are over run with them ..I use to say I needed a house extension just for the bears....I was so sad when I had to down size my collection when I moved to Queensland :( , you wouldnt know I have downsized as I still have lots. :)

Cheers

TEDDY BEARS PICNIC - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

2009-07-20T22:03:00.004+10:00

Hi all ,

I hope you all had a great week end.

This weeks Challenge is "Teddy Bears Picnic" - showcasing our many gorgeous Teddy Bear Stamps.

The "Bears- Friends " (4072KM) image was stamped in the centre of the card and were Black Embossed (10017) and then coloured them using the AquaColor Crayons(4542). I also used "Bear Paw " (4003KC),"Happy Birthday" (4085KF) and "Hand made by Daisy"(4023KC) on the back of the card.

I carefully cut around the bear top half of the image using the CutterBee Knife (EKCKR01), I put a piece of Oatmeal Card (9690) insert to cover up the cut hole..(refer to second photo).

I also stamped the paw prints on an envelope to match but forgot to put it in the photo.

Here is a photo of the back of the card .

Hope you like it.

Cheers

Kaszazz New Products - July 2009

2009-07-18T15:03:00.018+10:00

Hi All,

I hope your enjoying your weekend.

Below are some of the new products for you to enjoy and to enhance your scrapbooking and cardmaking needs (as promised) which were released yesterday.

My wish list seems to be always forever growing longer, no matter how much I seem to buy to shortening it..lol.

I'm so excited about these new products ...Can't you tell?

SMOOCH

Sounds sexy , romantic and Affectionate...Well I know you're going to fall in love with this new product...(pun intended..lol)

Yes.... You heard right..this is the name of this new Pearlized Accent Ink.

Smooch is great for layering and can be used on paper, cardstock, glass and so much more! Paint the pearlized ink onto your projects with the precision applicator!

Ink comes in a range colours

Including - Azure, Gold Lame', Green Apple, Moonlight, Pumpkin, Silver Fox, Siren, Sugarberry.

***Kaszazz have also introduced some more new Jumbo Rollagraph Wheels.... here are a couple of my favourites...

Doodles ...... (26160)

Dogwoods ....(26162)

Rock Star ... (26166)
This one would be great for teenager cards and Scrap Pages.

Kaszazz have more gorgeous Rub Ons.. here are just a peek at 2 of them. I love these.... The Christmas Rub Ons compliment our new stamps which were released earlier this month.

......
Girl Things (356832)... Merry Christmas (4919)

New Card Stock

..... ......... ....Earth Tones (4927)- 216gsm A5 (30) - Asst.

Each pack includes 5 pieces (A5 size) of each 6 Earth Tones colours; chestnut, coffee, olive, pomegranate, sand.

Also available in gorgeous textured 12 x 12 card stock in the same colours.. This card has a magnificent “canvas” texture and is perfect for scrapbooking. It is card weight and acid free! Colour shades may vary slightly.

Another new product I can't wait to try are the Design Adhesives...
Each pack contains four 2x7 double-sided adhesive sheets....They are easy to use, perfect to use with glitter and embossing powders to create borders and frames in seconds. Design Adhesives coordinate with Jumbo Rollagraph designs!

**** There are way too many items to list here, I have just show cased a few, if you would like to see all the new products email me with your details and I can email you the PDF File.

*** If you would like more information on any of these new products or any other Kaszazz products please don't hesitate contact me here...

Have a Stamperific Day...
Jo

BELLA PAPERS - BLOG WAR CHALLENGE - Project 4

2009-07-17T23:18:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

I have seen all the new Kaszazz products, they are absolutely gorgeous and were definitely worth wating for..they are greater than anticipated, but alas I have decided to wait til tomorrow to share the new products with you when I have more time to add some pictures. There are some fabulous new Workshops available also.

Here is today's project for the "Blog War Challenge", enjoy.

I have used Border / Dots (4833) and Patch / Dots (4834) SB Paper from the Bella range.

Don't forget to join me tomorrow to see the fabulous new Kaszazz products.

Have a stamperific weekend

BELLA PAPERS - BLOG WAR CHALLENGE - Project 3

2009-07-16T23:09:00.007+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge.

I have created a cute birdhouse card..... I have used Patch /Dots SB Paper (4834) and Border / Dots SB Paper (4833) from Bella Paper Range. Also used Petunia Bazzill (4400) Starmist Bazzill(4226) White Card, Mine Messages Stamp Set (006KK) and the Flower Punches (6513).

Don't forget to join me here tomorrow, where I will be sharing the fantastic new products which will be released and available to order from tomorrow.

Remember to check out what the other Blog War girls have been creating this week... The list of participants are on the right hand side menu.

Happy Scrappin'

' BELLA PAPERS '- BLOG WAR CHALLENGE - Project 2

2009-07-15T22:13:00.008+10:00

Hi All,

Only 2 more days til more new products are released... I know your going to luv em'..

I've seen some of the new workshops and they are awesome. If you would like more information on the workshops available please contact me here via email

Here is today's project for the Blog War Challenge.

Ive used Patch / Dots SB Paper (4834) and Border / Dots SB Paper (4833) from the Bella Range, and some Parakeet Bazzill (4222), Purple Daisy (4696) White card (9014),"For Someone Special" - Mini Message Stamp Set (4177KK) and a Rhinestone (4557).

Have a Stamperific Day

Betty Boop - CARD SHARE

2009-07-14T14:42:00.009+10:00

Hi All,

Here's a card I made this morning, which I made for my favourite niece who's birthday is next week. I liked the way it turned so I thought I would share it with you .. it was easy to create.

She is a mad keen Betty Boop fanatatic ... Well I hope she still is, she was 6 months ago. Who knows with teenagers these days ...they change their minds so often...lol

I printed the picture from off the internet onto some White card stock, I used the lips stamp from the recently retired Romance Inkums Set ... It was inked in Orchid Pastel Chalk INk...

I used the Birthday sentiment from Kaszazz Mini Messages Endearments Set (4177KK)..added a yellow rhinestone to her belt and then inked around edge of white card with Dark Peony Chalk ink before matting it to Juneberry bazzill (4220) base. Finished card size was 16cm x 12 cms

P.s. She is going to get a nice surprise when she opens it up..lol ... ssshhhhhhh I put some sequins and birthday shape confetti in it. I know I'm wicked but she will love it...

Have a Stamperific Day

BELLA PAPERS - BLOG WAR CHALLENGE - Project 1

2009-07-13T21:58:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge .

I have created this gorgeous card using Border / Dots (4833) from Kaszazz Bella SB Paper Range... Added some punched flowers using White Card and Petunia Bazzill (4400), the Black Permaball pen was used to create the stitch pattern on the punched flowers, and added some rhinestones to the centres.

The Stitched Border STamp (4117KM) was used to create the straight stitch across the top and bottom of the card, and I also used the Smile Stamp (4130).

Have a Stamperific Day.....

PRODUCT OF THE WEEK - "BELLA PAPERS"

2009-07-13T21:57:00.009+10:00

The count down is on........Only 4 more days to go...

til more New products are released ...I'm getting soooo excited.

Speaking of Kaszazz Products, this weeks Blog War Challenge - Product of the Week (POW) will feature the Bella Range of 12 x 12 SB Papers which were newly released in March this year.

These exquisite papers and cut outs are great for creating gorgeous girl layouts, off the page projects and cards, and mix and match well with Kaszazz Bazzill.

Border / Dots(4833) ............Quatro / Dots ( 4835)

Patch / Dots (4834)........... Bella Journal Aids (4832)

Back soon with my first project for this week.

ACETATE " Blog Wars " - Project 3

2009-07-09T22:35:00.005+10:00

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge creation.

I inked the Angel Wings (1960) stamp (released earlier this year) with Snow Cap Paint Dabber (ALD22671) onto the acetate and also around the edge of the acetate, stamped the heart image from the Love and Cherish Set (4126KO) onto white card inked with Prussian Blue Chalk ink and cut out.

I added a torn piece of Script/Sky SB Paper (4748) to the inside of the card, and a strip of Cream /Black Diamond SB Paper to the front of the card (4796) and trimmed with some White Grosgrain Ribbon (70550).

Just a hint to hide your tape from being seen on the other side add a small piece or larger piece of SB paper or card behind the area on the other side of the acetate.

Happy Stampin'

ACETATE " Blog Wars " - Project 2

2009-07-08T23:47:00.008+10:00

Hi All,

Welcome to today's project for the Blog War Challenge.

I thought I would make something different than a card today..so I created an Acetate gift box... I have put lollies inside , but could be used to put a lot of things in it, potpourri, bath salts, even a small gift.

I also used Petunia Bazzill and Parakeet Bazzill .. I tied a piece of ribbon around the box and tied a bow at the top and I also used some rhinestones for some bling. You could aslo add a little gift tag to the bow for a personal touch.

Cheers

ACETATE - BLOG WAR - Project 1

2009-07-06T22:45:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend....Mine was filled with relaxing, gardening and household chores...

Guess who stayed up till 4am this morning watching the tennis ..... But it was well worth watching the Wimbledon Final with Roger Federer and Andy Roddick... play went for four amazing hours and 18 minutes.. With Federers win he became the best Tennis player in Modern history..taking out his 16th Grand Slam title..

So I'm really feeling late night/early morning right now...

Well enough about the tennis and onto today's Blog War Challenge....

This is a quick post and I hope I will get better pics of the cards tomorrow..as Im not sure if it was my eyes that were out of focus ..or because the batteries were going flat on the camera but none of the photos I took looked great so this is the pick of the best, plus the card not being as easy as I had planned in my head didnt help..but the end result was this gorgeous card.

I made an window in the White base card and covered it with acetate, cut a slightly larger window in the PInk Bazzill.

The Butterfly image was stamped in Pool -Paint Dabber onto acetate then cut around with a knife.

I added some Icestickles to the underside of the butterfly wings and added some rhinestones from the Flourish bling stickers to highlight the body, attached it to the acetate window using glossy accents... I stamed the Iris stamp on the inside of the card so it could be seen thru the acetate window and then added the Milestones sentiment.

Here is a picture of the inside of the card...

Ok..I'm off to bed..Night all

Kaszazz Host Freebies - July

2009-07-05T22:12:00.007+10:00

Here are this month (JULY) Host Freebies

Click on image to view larger

Don't miss out on these gorgeous Hostess Gifts ........Book your Kaszazz Demonstration today by contacting me here......If your not in the Brisbane area, dont despair I can put you in-touch with your nearest local Kaszazz Consultant who will offer the same great deal.

" BLACK IS BLACK " - Blog War Challenge Project 3

2009-07-02T22:36:00.005+10:00

Todays card is ideal for Fathers Day .....which is just around the corner.

I have used Black Card stock with a piece of Terracotta / Stripes (4753) SB Paper for the shirt, and a piece of Rust Gingham Ribbon (80505) for the tie. Then added a couple of buttons out of my sewing kit for the finishing touch.

" BLACK IS BLACK " - Blog War Challenge Project 2

2009-07-01T23:11:00.007+10:00

Hi All,

Here is todays creation for the Blog War Challenge.

I used my corner rounder with the guide removed to create the scallop edge on a strip of White and also Black Card on both edges of each, the Happy Birthday sentiment has been white embossed .

A piece of Cupcake /Stripe SB Paper (4831) was matted to white card stock, finished off by adding a knotted piece of white Organdy ribbon. This then was attatched to a White base card

Cheers

Kaszazz New Products - July Release

2009-06-30T23:14:00.023+10:00

Exciting news! ........ It's " Christmas in July at Kaszazz "

To kick off the new financial year Kaszazz have given you / me / us an early sneek peek at some of the new products scheduled for the 17th July Mini-Release...

To tantalise your creativity, Kaszazz have made some of the new products available for ordering right now.

When I saw these new products.. I thought I had died and gone to heaven.. They are just soo breathe takingly gorgeous...

New products include these gorgeous Double sided Christmas (12 x 12) Paper Range (shown below), Unmounted Christmas Stamps and Stamps to make your own recipe cards.

Journal / Stripes (4917) ......................... Alpine / Flourish ( 4916)

Greetings / Dots (4918) ......................... SB Cut Out - Journal Aids (4915)

Here are some of the new Christmas Stamps that have just been released that are definitely on my next order.

Noel (4227KG) ..............................Monogram Christmas (4221KD)

Aren't these Flourishes just devine .......

Swirl Flourish (4222KK) ..............Pine Tree Flourish Large (4220KK)

.......................Swirl Frame Set of 4 Un Cut (4237)

This is the Friends Definitions Stamp shown below, there is also a Christmas and family theme in the same design

.............Friends Definition (4230KI)

These are the Recipe Icon Stamp Set ..there are also other stamps available that complement this stamp set to create your own recipe cards.

....... Recipe Icons Un-Cut Set (4239KM)

I'm sure Kaszazz would save the best til the scheduled released on the 17th July, so if these sneek peek products are anything to go by, the best is yet to come....!!!!

The anticipation is going to kill me... but I'm sure the wait will be worth it.

My wish list always seems to get longer.... glad I get a discount being a consultant.

I have only shown a small selection of products released as there are tooo many to list... If you would like to see them all please contact me via email and I will send you the information.

All these products are available to purchase and many more......Right now.....

Contact me here if you would like to place an order or to find out more details on any other products, or more information on becoming a consultant.

Happy Christmas in July......Cheers

" BLACK IS BLACK " - Blog War Challenge Project 1

2009-06-29T23:43:00.009+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend.

This weeks Blog War Challenge is using Black Card or Paper in our projects ... So I've titled it "Black is Black Challenge" only because I have had that song (By Los Bravos) going around in my head since I heard what the challenge was going to be. (I know..I'm showing my age now ...lol)

When I was thinking what colours went well with " Black " my first thoughts were gold and red ..which is a great combination for an Oriental theme.

So I have used Gold Embossing on the fan and Berry Red Card. Altho you can't see it that clearly in the larger picture I have actually used the Bamboo Stamp and Gold embossed. I used the Blossom (772LJ) stamp on the Red Bazzill. The Good Times (951LF) Sentiment says " Wishing you good health, good friends and good times".
Fan was tied with Cream and gold ribbon

I actually havent finished the card, as I don't have the stamp I want to use on the Base card..But I will have it in my next order. So I will add the finished card in a c ouple of weeks , make sure you check back here again soon.

**** Make sure you check back here tomorrow ..when I will have some very exciting news to share with you..

A close up of the fan, showing the gold embossing

Don't forget to check out what the other Blog War participants are up to..the list is on the right hand side menu.

Cheers

KASZAZZ CUSTOMER FREEBIE

2009-06-28T22:10:00.006+10:00

AWESOME CUSTOMER FREEBIE

From Kaszazz - For July Only

FREE Chipboard Album and Scrapbooking Kits

For each lot of $60 in your order,
you will receive 1 (1034CF) Chipboard Album -
Scallop Circle FREE! (contains 2 chipboard scallop circles and a hinged ring )

Right click on image and open in new window

to view larger picture

To take advantage of this offer place an order of $60 or more with me during the month of July to receive this awesome customer freebie offer.... Don't delay, contact me today..postage can be arranged ...Contact me here

But wait there is more......

As an extra bonus
Every ScrapOnizer Toolkit purchased will be supplied with a FREE Pebbles Inc. Scrapbookit kit.
(recently retired and chosen at random by Kaszazz RRP $24.95)

right click on image and view in "New Window"

for more details

.... Don't delay, contact me today to take advantage of these offers during July ........postage can be arranged ...Contact me here

Kaszazz Host Freebies - July

2009-06-26T20:47:00.004+10:00

Kaszazz

Host Freebies for July 2009

Right click on image and open in new window
to view larger image

Don't miss out on these gorgeous Hostess Gifts ........Book your Kaszazz Demonstration today by contacting me here......

If your not in the Brisbane area, dont despair I can put you in-touch with your nearest local Kaszazz Consultant who will offer the same great deal.

BOY CARDS - Blog War - Project 2

2009-06-24T23:45:00.005+10:00

Hi All,

Here is today project for the Blog War ...

Sorry but there is no details at the moment for this card, as I have a very very bad case of Hayfever/Allergy which Ive had for the past 2 days and can't seem to shake it...Ive already had over the recomended daily allowance of medication today. My head feels like its about to explode, and I still have to get thru the night.

Its been a very loooong day ..

I will post all the details to the card sometime tomorrow (after Ive had some sleep) and hopefully a little more refreshed.

Enjoy todays creation.

Fingers crossed -I will be feeling much better tomorrow

Cheers Jo

BOY CARDS - Blog War - Project 1

2009-06-22T22:54:00.009+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend.

The Blog War Challenge this week is ...... Boy Cards.

I created this card with a very special little boy in mind, who I know will love this little punch art tractor. I have bought him a Toy tractor (John Deere replica) as a gift to go with the card , so the green and yellow in the card was used to represent a John Deere Tractor (example shown below).

I have used the Scallop Circle - Super (4862), Super Circle (4857) & (4856), Scallop Circle mini Punch (4871) for the smoke.

The base card is actually Holly Green but it look black in the photo, I also used Raven Bazzill (4224), Sunbeam Bazzill (4227), Parakeet Bazzill (4222). THe wheels and the mud guard have been Magic Mounted to add dimension. The soil was sponged using Walnut Stain, and a Black Permaball Pen (660024) was used to add the detail to the tractor. I also used 2 Silver brads for the wheel nuts.

I'm going to stamp a number (age) from the Carnival Alphabet Stamp Set (4200KO) in the top right hand corner....

Thanks for dropping by

The Stamper

2009-06-15T13:16:00.005+10:00

Here's a little poem I was sent some time ago, and just re-found it again.

It has been around for a while, some of you may have seen it before but its a good read and I'm sure you will enjoy it.

THE STAMPER

I started out with just one stamp
and when I bought some more
I decided that a shoe box
Would make an ideal store.

Then as I added inks and pens,
My stamp collection grew
So I bought a roomy plastic crate
It would last for years, I knew.

Embossing then became my thing
With powders and a heat gun,
Metallics, tinsels, pearls and clear,
I soon had every one.

By now my lovely plastic crate
Was spilling everywhere
And my glitter glue collection
Lay scattered on a chair.

My husband started muttering
And said things had to stop,
So I bought a huge old wardrobe
At the local charity shop.

But after a while,
I couldn't shut the door
And I put shelves in the spare room
To accomodate yet more.

Our house is now for sale,
Something larger being sought,
By the way, did I show you
The latest stamp I bought......

by Jackie Saxby 1999

hehehe.............This sounds oooooh so familar,
I'm a self confessed "Stamp-a-holic"

By the Sea - Card Share

2009-06-11T21:37:00.006+10:00

Hi All,

I'm feeling a little more human today, dispite it being the coldest day this year in Qld.

So I thought I would make a nice warm summer card to warm us all up.

I have used Orange (9490) base card, Kaszazz's newly released Palm Tree (4202KL) stamp stamped on white card then cut out and mounted, "by the Sea "(1674LE) sentiment was stamped in Walnut Stain onto SB Paper Stripes/Sand (4773)

hmmmmm... this cards makes me want to go on an island holiday .

Happy Stampin'

Been a bit quiet

2009-06-10T21:47:00.003+10:00

Sorry..................

That its been a bit quiet around here the last few days, but I havent been feeling the best...and I have lost my mojo ...

I started to create a card earlier tonight..I got the stamping and embossing bit done and some cutting out, but when it come to putting it together I just didnt have my heart in it... so I have put it in the tooo hard basket at the moment..

I should be back tomorrow with something to share.

Take care ...Jo

" ONCE WAS WHITE " - POW Project 3

2009-06-04T22:13:00.002+10:00

Hiya

Welcome to my todays project.

I stamped the Damask image from in Purple Vivid INk (09017) ..I first created a mask with a scrap piece of paper and stamped the image down one side.

The " Life " sentiment is stamped in Coal Black ink on a separate piece of white card and was edged with the Purple Vivid Ink... I have used Magic mount to attach sentiment to base card.

The organdy was originally white, but I changed the colour using the Purple ink.

Happy Stampin'

" ONCE WAS WHITE " - POW Project 2

2009-06-03T21:36:00.003+10:00

Hi All,

Here is todays project I used White Gloss Card, white embossing powder and embossed Butteflies onto the white card, using the blending tool to colour the background.
Stamps used - Buttefly Medium ( 915LG) Butterfly from Calendar Icons Set(4126KJ) and "Just for you " from Mini Messages Set (006KK)

Happy Stamping.

" ONCE WAS WHITE " - POW Project 1

2009-06-01T21:54:00.006+10:00

Hi Stampers,

I hope you had a fabulous weekend.

Welcome to today's Blog War Challenge - this weeeks theme is more a technique of the week rather than a product. We are doing "Once was White" - its where we take a White piece of Card (or Bazzil) and change it by adding colour. - Sounds simple....doesn't it.

Here is a very very simple card, but I think very effective, its a reproduction of a card I submitted to Kaszazz recently for a "Make & Take Demo". - I just love the shabby chic effect the paint dabbers give.

I have used an Adirondack Paint Dabber - Pool (ABD22466) to colour the background and then stamped the Butterfly and flower image ( 1942LM) and "Life " (4131KI) verse in Walnut Stain Distress Ink.

You could try all different combinations by changing the colour of the Paint Dabber and the colour of the base card - it looks fab on Oatmeal Card Stock...Give it a try......See what different combinations you come up with..

Sorry about the bad photo..the lighting wasnt very good I will try and get a better picture tomorrow, but atleast you get the idea. Keep smilin'

SHRINKY DINKS - PoW Project 3 (Blog War)

2009-05-29T22:31:00.003+10:00

Hi all,

Here's my project for today using Shrinky Dinks.

I stamped the Owl image onto Shrinky plastic twice and used the circle punch to cut them out before shrinking them with a heat gun. Stamped the owl image onto White card stock using Tim Holts Distress Ink - Faded Jeans (TIM21452) and the branch image from the Love and Cherish Set (4128KO) and sentiment from Mini Messages Set (006KK) was stamped in Vintage Photo. Vintage Photo Distress Ink was also used to sponge around the edges of the card.
I also added a piece of knotted Rust Gingham Ribbon (80505) and attached the two Shrinky images using Glossy Accents.

Wishing you all a great weekend ,

Cheers

HOT...!! HOT...!!! Hot...!!!

2009-05-28T21:32:00.007+10:00

Woohoooo......Back again,

Wow 2 posts in the one day...that must be a record for me..... lol

But I just received some fabulous news in my Inbox a short time ago...I just couldn’t wait to share this great news with you.

This news is HOT..Hot...Hot... off the press.

We have more new products....Gorgeous Clear Albums..(pictured below) These are not shown in the new catalogue.

But.....They are available to order RIGHT NOW !!!!

..... ( Click image to view larger) .....

Contact me via email here , if you would like to purchase these gorgeous albums or if you would like more information on these products or any others please dont hesitate to contact me. You can view a 3d version of the KASZAZZ Catalogue online here

Join me again tomorrow for the next PoW project.

SHRINKY DINKS - PoW Project 2

2009-05-28T20:59:00.003+10:00

Hi All,

Today's creation using Shrinky Dinks (PoW).... I have created a tile embelishment.

I stamped " For my Friend Script " (4083) in Coal Black (72010) Ancient Page Ink onto a piece of Shrinky Dinks and pre- punched holes at each end, then I heated the stamped image to shrink it.

I also used Doodle Designs Endearments (4176KM) scalloped the edge of a piece of Cupcake / Stripes SB Paper (4831) I added some Magenta Organdy Ribbon to the Shrinky tile and adhered it to the SB Paper with some Glossy Accents, finally I added a coloured Rhinestone (4555).

Happy Stampin'

SHRINKY DINKS - PoW Project 1

2009-05-25T13:11:00.011+10:00

Hi all.

I hope you had a fabulous weekend, boy the year is passing by so quickly.

This weeks PoW is " SHRINKY DINKS "(1558) .

What is " SHRINKY DINKS " ..I hear you ask.

It is sheets (approx 250mm x 200 mm) of special formulated plastic which transforms to approximately 1/3rd their original size and actually become 9 times thicker when heated.

It is great for creating your own embelishments for cards and scrapbooking.

You can also create magnets, key chains, charms, jewellery, ornaments, name tags ........the ideas are unlimited!....Packs of Shrinky Dinks Frosted - Ruff n' Ready comes in sheets of 5 ( 1558) and full instructions included.

Fabulous fun for all the family from 4 to 90 years...of course adult supervision i recommended when heating.

I can remember using this many years ago, when I was a child. We use to heat it up in the oven back then, we were amazed how it transformed and the amazement amongst children and adults alike still continues.

Shrinky Dinks sheets can be found on page 58 of the current Kaszazz catalogue.

In todays card I have used Cupcakes/Stripes SB Paper (4831), Purple Card (9492), I stamped the Cupcake (4136KF) onto the Shinky Dinks sheet, then cut around the image , coloured the back using Aquacolor Crayons (4540) then placed the image into a heatproof tray and used a Heat Gun (1013) to Shrink it.

I attatched an eyelete to the Cupcake SB Paper and hung the Shrinky charm from Jump Rings (6460) ..so it actually dangles from the rings. The small cupake stamped on the punched circle is from the Calendar Icon Set (4126KJ), I also added some White Rick Rack Ribbon (70765)

Happy Stampin'

Some Photos to share

2009-05-21T21:13:00.013+10:00

Hi all,

Atleast today the water level has gone down in our little part of the floods in South East Queensland.. There is still a lot of water and debris around but no damage here.

Fortunately we were lucky, but there are lots in the region that are worse off.. The news reports say its the worse flood in the area since 1974.

Here are some photos we took yesterday on our little outting into the park which backs onto our property.

Building an Ark

2009-05-20T13:29:00.005+10:00

Welcome to "Sunny Queensland ???"

Seeeeshhh..... if this weather keeps up I will need to start building an ark. Its been raining non-stop since yesterday.

The favourite saying in Queensland..."Beautiful one day, flooded the next".

The park over the back fence is totally flooded and almost up to our back fence..... the creek is now like a raging river, normally you cant see it from our back window...but you can now its only a few feet from our house

If I'm able to get out in between down pours I will try to get some photo's.

What a pefect day for staying indoors with a nice cuppa and do some scrapbooking.

BIG NEWS * Kaszazz Catalogue

2009-05-18T10:56:00.019+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you all had a great weekend ...I had a fabulous one ...

I attended the Team Training day yesterday..... created two new gorgeous workshops (photo's later) ....and ..... For the big news.

When KASZAZZ said that this new release was going to be ....." B I G "...They weren't wrong..

It was huge news ......We have a stunning new 176 Catalogue and Project book... jammed packed with New Products ....New Workshops

The New Kaszazz Catalogue can be viewed (3d) click here

Kaszazz have a huge lot of new products including gorgeous new SB Papers, new stamps, new range of punches, plus much much more. (more details soon)

As the saying goes ..."In with the new, out with the old' .. with the release of new products this means some of the old products are being retired..

Old catalogue items and pricing are only available for a short time ....So if you were after anything specific, NOW would be a great time to buy it before it vanishes ...(there have been some slight price changes in the new Kaszazz catalogue ..even some decreases).

To get a full updated list on all the products and changes please contact me and I will send the information out to you.

More updates on the latest Kaszazz products and changes later.

PEBBLES INC CHALK SETS - (PoW) Project 4

2009-05-15T22:00:00.007+10:00

Hi All,

I hope you are all set for a great weekend..I know I am...

On Sunday I will be attending a Kaszazz Team Training Day, where we (consultants) will be creating 2 new Workshops which will consist of using the new products that will be released to the public on Monday.. I'm so excited ... ( A whole day Scrapping and papercrafting)

So if you drop back here on Monday I will have some exciting New Products and the new Workshops to share with you all.

Well...onto todays project...

I have gold embossed the Blossom (772LJ) image and coloured them with Aqua Crayons. I stamped the bird from the Love and Cherish Set (4128KO) in Coal Black Ancient Page Ink (72010) then stamped it again onto a scrap piece of paper to create a mask along with a punched circle to create a moon. I then attatched these masks to the card with Non Permanent Tape (4819) chalked the background with pink and blue chalk from the Basic Brights Set.

I used the small circle punch to create the corners, i matted this onto a piece of blue card then attatched it to the stamped pink base card..I also added some Organdy ribbbon.

I like the end result but I'm not 100% sure if I'm completely happy with it, I feel its missing something not sure what.. ..if you can come up with any hints for improvement I would love to hear from you, any suggestions would greatly be appreciated....let me know what you think.

Dont forget to check out the other Blog War participants and see what they have been upto this week, thee list is on the right side menu.

P.s Don't forget to check back here on Monday for the New Product Release

Cheers

PEBBLES INC CHALK SETS - (PoW) Project 3

2009-05-14T23:31:00.006+10:00

Hi All,

Sorry but this is a quick post and share as its very late here. Time has got away from me today.
I have created a mosiac background using Basic Brights Chalking set White base card and a small piece of Bahama and Purple Bazzill.

PEBBLES INC CHALK SETS - (PoW) Project 2

2009-05-13T21:53:00.004+10:00

Hi all,

Here is todays PoW project.

I used Purple Bazzill (4513) as the base card, measures 18cm x 13cm so when completed it would fit into a C6 size envelope.

I stamped the Magnolia(967LK) image 3 times onto White card using Perfect Medium and cut them out - different sections , coloured and layered them with Magic Mount to give a 3d effect and added Glossy Accent to the centre. The flower and sentiment "Friends Like Flowers" (4048KG) were coloured with Basic Brights Chalk Set(42001).

I Gold Embossed the Flourish (4082) and small daisy (from the Calender Icons Set(4126KJ)).

P.S Don't forget to go look at what the other Blog War Participants have created ..List is on the right hand side....We have a new paticipant ..... Kris http://krismakes.wordpress.com/ go check out her gorgeous creations.

See you tomorrow

Cheers

PEBBLES INC CHALK SETS - (PoW) Project 1

2009-05-11T22:30:00.006+10:00

Hi all,

I hope you had a great weekend especially all the mothers.

With todays project I got to have a play with some of my new stamps...wooohooo..... I (finally) received on Friday..no thanks to the Parcel Delivery Contractor .. a very long story....grrrrr

I used the Basic Brights Pebbles Chalk Set (42001) ...coz unfortunately its the only set I own at present.....I wish I had the Pearlescent ones :'( ... it would have looked great with the shimmer Chalks ... but oh well ..I still got the look I wanted ... my "Wish List " never seems to get any shorter.

Newly released, Doodle Designs Endearments Stamp Set (4838), .... I just love this set.... and the Daisy Flower from Spring Time Stamp Set (4804) was inked in Perfect Medium (2383), Mini Messages Endearments (4177) "Thinking of You" was inked inTim Holtz Peeled Paint (TIM20233).

I also added a Rhinestone (4556) to the Heart image and some Ice Stickles (4016) to the other 3 images for some bling and attatched Orange Organdy Ribbon (9310) bow.

Happy Stampin'

Pebbles Inc Chalking Sets - PoW

2009-05-11T13:19:00.018+10:00

This weeks PoW (product of the Week) is our Pebbles Inc Chalking Sets......

(Basic Brights pictured - 42001)

These sets are acid free, non-toxic chalks are smooth, soft and easy to blend; Perfect for card making and scrapbooking. They come in a sturdy tin case to protect your chalks from damage!

There are 5 sets available including Jewel Tones (42005), Shimmers (42004), Basic Brights (42001), Earth Tones ( 42003), Pastels (42002) . Each set comes with 30 stunning chalk colours, applicator tool and 45 reusable pom poms in three different sizes.

Two of these sets are Pearlescent which will add sparkle and shimmer to make your projects shine - Jewel Tones and Shimmers.

Extra chalking Accessories also available from Kaszazz include :.

Replacement pom poms are available, as well as Chalking applicators, Chalking eraser and Chalking Stencils (3 variety packs).

Chalking Eraser (42090) 3 Prong Applicator (46250)

The Chalking Stencils are the perfect companion to Pebbles Chalking Sets! Each set contains 10 (3 x 5) stencils in a sturdy and convenient tin! Stencils are made from opaque plastice to allow for easy placement ,the can be used over and over again. They are also ideal for dry embossing, tracing, inking and more.

Fancy Frills Set ( 42057)

Spring Set (42050)

Birthday Set (42054)

You can view all Chalking Sets and Accessories on Page 62 of our current catalogue (View 3d version of catalogue online click here).

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY - And A Special Treat

2009-05-09T16:42:00.009+10:00

I would like to take this opportinity to wish all the Mothers and Mums 2 be, a very Happy Mothers Day for tomorrow.

Some of you may have already seen this video, but its very well done and deserves an extra viewing (or two) I'm sure you will enjoy it... I did

It just goes to prove... A Mothers job is never done

***** Needs Sound On *******

MAN MADE CARD Video TUTORIAL

2009-05-02T18:45:00.013+10:00

Hi all,

The last project I created (on Thursday), can be viewed here it reminded me of this video that I had seen while browsing the net some time ago.

Its very very funny, creative and well worth the look.

DH got a huge laugh out of this (I'm sure any Hubby of a papercrafter would) .. of course he said ....."it was him "..

I can just imagine him doing something like this....lol.

***Make sure you have the sound on..enjoy ****

PRESS THE PLAY BUTTON IN CENTRE OF VIDEO WINDOW

Man Made Card

Hope your having a great weekend

cheers Jo

MAGIC STAMP (PoW) - Project 3

2009-04-30T20:25:00.015+10:00

Hi everyone,

SSsssssssshhhhhh....don't tell DH but I have been raiding his tool box today in preparation for today's card.

I have impressed some nuts and bolts (borrowed from DH) into the Magic stamp and inked it in Ancient Page Palm Leaf Ink (72089) onto white card, matted onto Raven Bazzill (4224) added some Silver Brads (4602), then matted image onto Oatmeal base Card (9785). Spanner was made with Script SB Paper (4748) from Kaszazz Flourish Range and using the Circle Punches. Stamps used were Min Messages (006KK) and Stitched Borders Set (4117KM). I made the base card to resemble a tradesman's toolbelt.
I have created a workshop using punches with a simular design to this one.. hoping it gets accepted.
I also forgot to add that I used the small Daisy Punch and cut the centre points to create the star shape.

P.S. Nuts and Bolts have been returned to DH's tool box

Cheers

MAGIC STAMP (PoW) - Project #2

2009-04-29T21:37:00.007+10:00

Hi all,

Here is today's project.... As we are using the Magic Stamp this week, and the items to impress are endless,I am aiming to use items that everyone has around the home so you can also give it a try.

Well todays technique has got to be a definitely "MUST TRY" by everyone..I think the effect this gives is just absolutely gorgeous. I have created an ATC (Artist Trading Card) I didn't add too much detail to the card as I wanted to show off the background. Of course you can attach the ATC to a card base and create a card

After heating the Magic stamp I impressed it into a pile of rubberbands and this is the result after inking the stamp.

The impressed image was inked using Prussian Blue Fluid chalk onto ATC size white card, then edged the card with Blue Iris Chalk ink. The Iris Stamp from the Spring Time Set (4112KO) and Greeting Set #3 were stamped in Ancient Page Coal Black (72010).

This definitely has "WOW" factor ....What do you think?

BLOG CANDY UP FOR GRABS

2009-04-28T11:38:00.003+10:00

Wow..I was blown away this morning......I have just been over to Kris's Blog and she is giving away some gorgeous Kaszazz products as Blog Candy including Rub-ons, SB Paper,Stamps, embelishments, Bling and more.

All you have to do is leave a comment on her blog its her birthday and some lucky reader will receive the presents....Whoooohoooo.

Take a look at Kris's gorgeous Blog here

MAGIC STAMP (PoW) - Project 1

2009-04-27T23:04:00.012+10:00

Here I am...back again, with today's project.

This week is going to be a great and new experience for me as I have only recently added it to my kit and have never used it before...

I kind of got hooked on playing with this products today, trying out different things to impress and then stamped them onto a scrap piece of paper.

Today's card...I have impressed some lace and buttons, then inked the image randomly in 3 colours starting with the lightest colour first - Ice Blue, Blue Iris and Dark Peony Fluid Chalk.

The mauve and blue circles at the top represent buttons I used the medium circle punch and the small circle punch and then put holes using the Silent Setter, and added a bit of organdy ribbon.

This weeks winner for leaving a comment on my blog last week is....Keta...If you would like to contact me here with your details I will send out your prize.

Happy Stampin'