Creative Workshops

Want to learn how to scrapbook photos and memories of your precious little one? Or your recent trip or fun family times? 
 

Want to get ready for Christmas and make some lovely handmade cards and gifts?

 

Want to make a stash of cards for all occasions and save money buying boring store bought ones?

Then come along to one of my Creative Workshops!

Sunday 21 October 12-4pm - Scrappin Sunday - Open Day

A relaxed informal day of papercraft, Scrappin Sunday is a fun and flexible day scrapbooking or bring along other crafty projects you'd like to work on.

Workshop Fee: $10 includes casual instruction, tea/coffee, light lunch, use of my collection of scraps, stamps, inks, punches, Big Shot etc. You can also purchase card, paper and embellishments or make an order from the Stampin' Up! catalogues

Sunday 11 November 12-4pm - Christmas gifts & tags

We'll make a choccie box, set of gift tags and an Ornamental Keepsake gift like this:

 

Class Fee: $20 including all materials, instruction, tea/coffee and light lunch.

Wednesday 12 December 7-10pm - Express Christmas cards

We'll be making some fast Christmas cards - simple but stunning! Coordinating envelopes included. You will also be able to stamp out extra images to take home and make more creations. Class Fee: $15 including materials to make 10 cards, instruction and supper. 

Sunday 6 January 12-4pm - Scrappin Sunday - Open Day

Scrappin Sunday is a fun and flexible day scrapbooking or bring along other crafty projects you'd like to work on. Its great crafting with others - the ideas seem to flow better......    Workshop Fee: $10 includes casual instruction, tea/coffee, light lunch, use of my collection of scraps, stamps, inks, punches, Big Shot etc. You can also purchase card, paper and embellishments or make an order from the Stampin' Up! catalogues

All workshops will be held in my place in Rydalmere. To book your spot at the table for any of these days just email cazza74@iinet.net.au or call me on 0408 472 510. 

Hope to see you soon

Caz xx

Free Ribbon offer

Like any craft products from our two gorgeous new catalogues?  During October you'll get a bonus free roll of ribbon with every $60 purchase, 2 free rolls with a $120 order etc. A $300 order gets you all 5 free ribbon reels plus $50 of your pick of anything in either of the catalogues.

Choose from our 5 new in colour stitched ribbons (listed as number 4 on the ribbon page in our annual catalogue.) The colours you can choose from are left to right: Gumball Green, Midnight Muse, Primrose Petals, Raspberry Ripple and Summer Starfruit.

 

Get in touch if I can help you with an order and don't forget to choose which colour ribbon/s you'd like. Payment can be made by Visa, Mastercard, cash or direct deposit.  Delivery to anywhere in Australia by Aussie Post (postage & handing is $5.95 or 5% whichever is greater). 

Happy browsing! And happy Spring and school holidays!  

Caz xx

A series of cards using DSP and a fresh colour combo

Six different ways to use patterned paper on cards. This DSP set "Everyday Enchantment" was a freebie back in Autumn but to me it is very Spring, and I must say it is one of my favourite DSPs! The colour combo I have stuck with is from the DSP - Poppy Parade, Pool Party, Soft Suede and Lucky Limeade (and a bit of Kraft, Peach and Island Indigo thrown in).  I find it easier to stick to limited colours and get lots done at once - you always find a use for a card later on, and then add the greeting when you know what the occasion is.

I have just been inspired to get creating again after a big cleanout of my scrapbooking room over the long weekend. Can't believe its October and the end of year will be soon here again! Lots of things to keep me creating though with Christmas cards and gifts to make, holiday photos to scrap and my Niece and Nephew albums to update, oh and baby cards to make! Is everyone having babies at the moment??

Be back soon with workshop dates, special offers and more creations

Love Caz xx

Two new Stampin' Up! catalogues

  

Spring has sprung, the warmer weather is coming and the brand new 2012/13 Stampin' Up! Annual and Holiday Catalogues for Australia have commenced!

There are so many lovely new things. Stamps. Paper. Kits. Ribbons. Bits and bobs. Tools. Storage. New colours. And an entire catty of gorgeous Chrissy stuff. I am determined to get a head start on all my Christmas cards and pressies well before December. There are lots of quick n easy things too like the photo frame xmas cards.

You can view the catalogues online by clicking on the catalogue covers in the right sidebar. You can download PDFs from there also, or download to your iPad using iBooks for easy access. If you prefer to flick through paper catalogues contact me to request a hard copy of the catalogues for only $5. If you make an order over $50 in September I'll give you both catalogues for free!

Caz x  

Christmas in July cards

We had a fun day in July making a stash of Chrissy cards - no one ever has enough time in December so we thought we'd start early! We used different techniques, colours and materials on each card and everyone enjoyed the pre-cut kits I made up for them - less work and more fun! I thought I'd hold another Chrissy workshop in late October/early November before the silly season kicks in. Let me know if you are interested and I'll try to make it a day that suits you.

Caz x

Sale on retiring products

It's that time of year where Stampin Up! reduce many of their products to make way for new items in the new September catalogue. So if you like a bargain check out the retired lists, let me know asap if you'd like anything as some items are already sold out!

Vintage Make A Wish

Hello friends. I spent most of the weekend in front of the heater watching the Olympics and making cards, one of my favourite combos. I made a total of 5 cards yesterday, I was on a roll, and so will post them up later this week. But today I have a vintage style card for you which was inspired by my recent addiction - Game of Thrones - a fantasy medevil style drama series. Anybody watch it? Steve and I got through 2 seasons in a month and we didn't want it to end; it was full of intrigue, amazing sets and scenes, and a good bit of eye candy.

Ahhhm back to crafting. The card base is Rich Razzleberry, then a layer of Blushing Bride which has gone through the Big Shot Embossing Folder Vintage Wallpaper design. LOVE the SU embossing folders! The main feature of the card is the Medallion stamp which was coloured up using a two tone technique. I inked the stamp in Blushing Bride Ink then used a wet wipe to remove the colour in certain spots. I used my daubers to add Razzleberry ink to the inner and outer parts of the stamp, did a HUFF breath to re-moisten the ink and voila! A multi coloured image! The card was finished with a gorgeous Vintage Brad, ribbon, pearls and simple greeting.

I love this colour combo but sadly Blushing Bride is retiring at the end of August, along with Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz, Peach Parfait and Poppy Parade.... So let me know if you'd like some cardstock, ink, marker, re-inker or ribbon in any of these colours as they may sell out soon. The Autumn Winter Mini finishes tomorrow 31st July so let me know if you want to order anything from it. 

Have a great week and go the Aussies! So proud! 

Caz xx  

Winter craft workshops

Scrappin Sunday 

8^th July 11am - 5pm

Scrappin Sunday is a fun and flexible day scrapbooking or bring along other crafty projects you'd like to work on. Its great crafting with others - the ideas seem to flow better......
Venue: My place in Rydalmere  

Workshop Fee: $15 includes casual instruction, tea/coffee, light lunch, use of my collection of scraps, stamps, inks, punches, Big Shot etc. You can also purchase card, paper and embellishments or make an order from the Stampin' Up! catalogue

Christmas in July Card-making  

Sunday 22^nd July 1 - 4pm

We'll be making some gorgeous Christmas cards using a range of new products, techniques and of course a good sprinkling of sparkle! Coordinating envelopes included. You will also be able to stamp out extra images to take home and make more creations.

Venue: my place in Rydalmere

Class Fee: $20 including all materials to make 8 cards. 

Extra items can be purchased on the day, and you can order your Chrissy supplies so you will be all organised come December!

To book your spot at the table for either or both of these days just email cazza74@iinet.net.au, facebook me or call me on 0408 472 510

Hope to see you soon

Caz xx

Free stamp set with purchase in June

During June 2012, you'll receive this gorgeous stamp set FREE with a $125 order. 

Alternatively you can purchase it: 

$35.95 wood mount or $28.95 clear mount. But this set is only available to purchase or earn free for this month as its a limited edition.

Here's a couple of samples from Stampin' Up featuring this set.

If you are thinking of putting in an order, why not do it during June and receive a versatile stamp set for free! Let me know if your interested. 

The indoor weather is perfect for crafting. I plan on making a heap of cards this weekend and continuing with scrapbooking my little nephew Mackie. I'll show you some pages next time.

Keep smiling! 

Caz xx

Big Shot embossed sympathy cards

Unfortunately I have had to make some sympathy cards recently, never the type of cards you want to make but a caring way to send condolences. I like that cards can be kept and treasured unlike flowers that wilt away.  Hopefully received with love and the recipients will know I care for them. I like to use soft colours and an image that will convey peace such as the bird soaring to the skies.

I will leave you with one of my favourite quotes:

Do not cry for me,
 because I am gone
Smile for me,
 because I have lived

Hope everyone is having a good day, keeping warm and well

Caz xx

Happy Birthday Bunny

My adorable neice Sophie turned 2 just a few days after their visit to Australia in April. I snapped her in the Beatrix Potter dress I gave her for her 1st Birthday - I am impressed it still fits her - perfect for an Easter Saturday party at my place! Here is the card I made her using a few little characters from Fox and Friends stamp set. The colour scheme is Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie and Regal Rose, not my usual combo but very "little girly".

 

Sophie's great Aunty Jill joined me for some crafty fun and 'whipped up' this cute lil' creation using the dear deer from Forest Friends, which has been mounted onto a Decorative Label punchie, and again onto an Oval cut by the Big Shot. This Oval die is my newest addition to my collection, very handy to make a feature of a smaller stamp.   

 

 

Baby Bundle of Joy

I became an Aunty for the second time at Christmas, and what a wonderfully big Chrissy pressie my Nephew was! My sister Jo had Mackenzie Thomas Willis on 29th December 2011, and he weighed a whopping 4.7 kg or 10 pounds 6 ounces!! He was also tall at 56cm just like his Dad Jason. The best thing is that I will be meeting my "Big Mack" later this week when Jo and co arrive in Sydney for a very special visit, all the way from Dartford in Kent, UK. Here is the baby boy card I've made for Jo, Jason and big sister Sophie. It uses the cute little pram from the Baby Bundle stamp set and I love how it turned out.

Cute little Aviary notelets and Scrappin Sunday

I made this set of cute little thank you notelets at my friend Michelle's Stampin Crop Day last month. They were to thank our friends and family for coming to Steve's 40th BBQ, for their gifts and friendship. Many people contributed towards his new outdoor bird aviary so this stamp set and matching Nursery patterned paper were perfect! The colours are Island Indigo, Pear Pizzazz, Bashful Blue and Basic Grey. Hope everyone liked them!

My next Scrappin Sunday will be on Sunday 4th March and we will have the whole house to spread out in as Steve is going to be out of the house (poor Steve.....it may be safer for him to get away from us crazy crafters!). The details are as follows: 
Scrappin Sunday: a fun and flexible day making cards, scrapbook pages or bring along other papercrafty projects you like to work on. Its great crafting with others the ideas seem to flow better......
Date: Sunday 4th March 
Time: 11 - 4pm 
Venue: My place in Rydalmere
Workshop fee: $10 includes casual instruction, tea/coffee, light lunch, use of my collection of scraps, stamps, inks, punches, Big Shot etc. You can also purchase card, paper and embellishments or make an order from the Stampin Up catalogue (lots of freebies on til end March)
RSVP:  cazza74@iinet.net.au or call 0408 372 510 for a spot at the table


Hope you can join me - I'm in need of a creative fix! 


Love Caz xx

So much to be thankful for

I have so much in my life to be grateful for, so on the tough days I find it helpful to think of all the beautiful and lovely things in my life. The people, my home, good health, incredible nature, my crafty room and so many scrapbooks filled with such precious memories. Even the fact I have so many people to thank for being a part of my world, or doing above and beyond what is expected of them. A simple "Thank You card" goes a long way and the recipient always knows how much you care as a home made card is made with love.

This card is a clever use of the Top Die Note embossing template which is cut through the Big Shot machine. The shape folded in half makes a cute little note card. I have stamped the vase of flowers image in black StazOn ink, coloured in the petals with markers, cut it out and 'popped' it up with a few Stampin Dimensionals. A greeting and a few pink pearls to finish off - this card took less than the time spent buying one at the shops! 

 

Heres another shot to show the sweet shape, sorry its so blurry - I guess I am a card-maker not a photographer!

This pretty card was designed by the very talented Michelle Dyson and uses some great punches, and the SU stamp set Friends Never Fade. I love the Early Espresso, Marina Mist and Basic Grey colour combo. This card is a different shape to most of my cards as it opens right to left, which makes a nice change - so next time you are stuck for card ideas how about using a new size?

Well I am getting through some of the backlog of my creations from last year but next time I will post something more recent and very cute! Hope you find someone you can make a thank you card for, its so nice to spread kindness and love! 

Caz xx  

I'm back with a 40th Birthday card

Hello friends yes its been a long time but here I am! Hope all my bloggy friends are well and 2012 has been off to a great start for you - depsite the soggy weather! I am trying to make more time for crafting this year and was encouraged by a friend to share some of my creations - why not through my blog!

This 40th card uses the SU set Artistic Ethchings which I have found more versatile than you would first think (I've never been to Paris so thougt the Eiffel Tower might not get a look in!) Teamed with a film strip die cut, some border punching and gorgeous organza ribbon I think it is very vintage and luxurious - you'd prefer to feel the latter if you were turning 40 I guess!

I have decided to get back to blogging my creations both to share ideas with others and as an online record of what I have been making. I am no longer an active Stampin' Up! demonstrator but I am still going to hold stamping and scrapbooking workshops at my house as I love getting together with friends and sharing the creativity! I will post some dates soon! I can also still take any orders as I regularly place orders through a friend so if you need anything just let me know.

Cheerio

Caz xx

Top Note Cards

Sorry I havn't blogged for a while, I am still loving the world of papercraft and trying to fit in some crafty and blogging time. Hope you like these recent birthday cards I made using my beloved Big Shot - it is such a nifty way to cut shapes and dry emboss, how did I live without it?

The first card uses Friends Never Fade and the Curly Cute greeting set and was a CASE of a card made by my SU friend Michelle Dyson. I just loved the colour combo of Rose Red, Pear Pizzazz, Perfect Plum and Peach Parfait - plus the sparkly bling of two way glue and Dazzling Diamonds Glitter complete with a pearl centre! The second card was a 1st Birthday card for a friends littley and uses the cute critters from Fox and Friends.

Until June 30 Stampin' Up! has an 'Extra Extra' promotion which offers an $110 in hostess dollars to spend when a workshop total reaches $450 - INCLUSIVE of the shipping and handling charges. That's on top of the usual exclusive Hostess stamp set of your choice.

My next Scrappin Sunday will be on Sunday 26 June 12-4.30pm, just $15 for use of all my tools, inks and scraps, plus afternoon tea, ideas galore and casual tuition. Book your spot at the table by just emailing me. 

So if we can reach $450 in purchases (incl postage & handling) we can divide up the $110 credit. For example if 5 people attend the workshop plus me thats 6 people spending $75 each and receiving an extra $22 each of free product of your choice. Even if you can't attend the workshop but would like $22 of your choice of free products let me know. This is a great deal guys so lets get together and make it work for us!

Be back sooner than later

Caz xx

Fundraising Raffle for Ethan

 One of the nicest things about being a demonstrator is the wonderful friendships that develop between us. We rally together to support many worthy causes, this time to help Ethan.

Ethan is the 6 year old son of Corina Beyer, a Riverina demonstrator. Ethan has Type 1 Diabetes, very difficult to manage in a young child. He has an insulin pump fitted, reducing the burden of multiple daily insulin injections. However, he still requires blood glucose monitoring every 2 hours round the clock, to prevent him from lapsing into a diabetic coma. Imagine the kind of stress this places on a family, if only from lack of unbroken sleep!
Ethan has recently trialled an automated continuous blood glucose monitoring system, which sounds an alarm if his levels fall outside the crucial range. However, the device costs $1250. And, the consumables cost more than $150 per week. Unfortunately, the Diabetes subsidy scheme does not cover this equipment. Your support will help to give Ethan a much more normal life, as well as his family!
 Tickets are $2 each, or 6 for $10


Your name and contact number will be recorded against ticket numbers, and you'll receive an email with your ticket numbers once your payment has been received. Prizes will be drawn using an online random number generator on TUESDAY 31st MAY.
 How to purchase tickets?


Please follow these steps:


1. Email michelle.dyson@bigpond.com with your name, address, contact number and the number of tickets you would like to purchase.


2. Make a deposit to the following account: St George BSB: 112879 Acc: 456399187 Name: Michelle Dyson and use your SURNAME as a reference.


3. Receive an email with your ticket numbers and drawing details to keep as your record.


We'd like to acknowledge the kind donations from members of the team, other demonstrators and Stampin' Up! Australia.

There are 5 amazing PRIZES!

GOOD LUCK and thank you!!