Card Share - and secret revealed

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.

Card Share - Using Scraps

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

KIDS CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

MALE CARDS - Blog War Challenge - Project 3

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

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

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'

METAL EMBELLISHMENTS - Blog War Challenge - Project 2

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

METAL EMBELLISHMENTS - Blog War Challenge - Project 1

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

" BLACK IS BLACK " - Blog War Challenge Project 3

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.

BOY CARDS - Blog War - Project 2

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

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

MAN MADE CARD Video TUTORIAL

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

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

EBONY & IVORY SB PAPER (PoW) - Project 2

Hi everyone,

Here is today's card using Ebony and Ivory SB Paper (PoW), with a masculine theme.

Todays project -I used Ribbon/Script Paper (4796) from Ebony and Ivory Range, before attatching to the base card I distressed the edge of the paper by running scissors around the edge to give it a worn and torn look .

I also added a piece of Sky /Script SB Paper (4748) for the punched circle tag, and a strip of Bahama Bazzill (4215). Mini messages Stamp Set (006KK) was inked in Tim Holtz Walnut Stain (TIM19534), Texture Stamp (4810) was used to add a bit of texture ink around the edge of the White base card, silver brads were also added to the circle tag.

**Don't forget to leave a comment on my blog to win this weeks prize - Organdy Ribbon (refer to POW 1) - Winner will be announced on Monday.

Check out the other Blog War participants - list is on the right hand side menu.

Happy Stampin'

3d PROJECTS (PoW) - Project 2

Hi All,


For today's project I decided to try the Pop - Up Card we have in one of our many gorgeous workshops we have available. In this 2hr Workshop you create three gorgeous 3d projects any little Princess would love to receive - as shown below.



Here is my version (maybe for a male) of the same Pop Up card.



I used Bahama Bazzill (4215), Parakeet Bazzill (4222)and Stars / Stripes SB Paper (4689)

If you would like to attend this workshop or find out more information on this or any other workshop please drop me a note..here



** Don't forget to leave a comment on my Blog to win this weeks prize



Cheers

Rollagraph (PoW) - Day 2

Hi all,

Firstly, Thanks Sharynne (last weeks lucky winner) for contacting me so quickly, just letting you know your prize has been packaged up and posted in the mail today.

Here is todays project....

Another gorgeous wheel and also a favourite, I have used the Jumbo "Words Words" wheel (26130) and used "Happy Birthday Graffiti Stamp on Ivory 8 x 8 card (6080) , sponged edges with Chestnut Roan fuild Chalk ink and added pieces of Brown-cream Stitch ribbon (70926) ..Would make a great male or female card.


*****Dont forget to leave your comments on my PoW posts to be in the draw to win a great prize. Competition closes Sunday evening.****


Make sure you check out the gorgeous projects the others are creating. Blog War list is on the right hand side menu.

Cheers