Ruby Rock-It Summerhouse Range - A Layout by Sue Smith

Today's layout uses the bright modern Ruby Rock-It Summerhouse range and really is perfect for those summertime layouts. These patterned papers are 200gsm cardstock and are double-sided.....



Here is a list of the goodies I used to make this....

* Cardstock

* Ruby Rock-It - Summerhouse "Hot Hot Hot"

* Ruby Rock-It - Summerhouse "Streak"

* VersaColor Inkspot - Bark

* Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel (UTEE) in Zinnia and Blue Iris

* Judkins Embossing Powder - Aquamarine twinkle

* Words or Whatever (WOW) Chipboard Flourish 2 (Linda Baldock Design)

* Mesh ribbon

* Trim Curls Self-adhesive scroll ribbon

* Kaisercraft Fozz Fonts - Fonzo Alpha (white)

* American Craft Thickers - Rockabye and Sprinkles

* Docrafts Anita's Calendar Tabs

To make the layout, I took the RR Hot Hot Hot paper

and cut a large square, and then made some random triangular cuts and stuck it to the cardstock moving every second strip out a couple of cms to give that 'ray' effect.

I cut the blue portion from the RR Streak paper

and then cut a large scallop along one edge, then inked the edges and outlined with black gel pen, sticking it down so that it sat half below where the photo was going.

I stuck the white scallopy ribbon along the left hand side and added some slightly crumpled mesh over that before securing the photo in place.

I added a title using the 3 different alphas and outlined them with black gel pen, and then attached the cute little calendar tab after colouring the edges slightly.

To finish off I found this chippy diecut from WOW that kind of looks like bubbles, and thought it would go well to embellish the layout. Here it is in it's raw state...




If I have plenty of time, I love playing around with raw chippy...it's so much fun.
With this one I covered the shape with lots of Versamark...you really do need to dab all over it numerous times to get it sticky enough as the chippy is so porous in it's raw state (alternatively you could cover it first with a paint like Gesso and you wouldn't need so much ink then). I then sprinkled it with the sparkly Judkins embossing powder, and applied heat. Then I applied more Versamark to the 'bubbles' on the shape, and sprinkled with the zinnia (green) UTEE and applied heat. I then decided I didn't like the sparkly bits, so I Versamarked over them and sprinkled with the blue iris UTEE and applied heat. Then while the UTEE was still melted I sprinkled a little bit of green over the blue in places and applied heat once again.

It's a pity I didn't think to take progress photos of all the stages because all of that probably doesn't make much sense. But here are some close-ups of the finished embellishment...





Thanks for looking at my contribution this week...hope you like it!

Don't forget that Tanyah's store is still on sale, and still open for another couple of weeks for scrapping bargains like you wouldn't believe!

See you next Monday! xxx

Docrafts Christmas Cards and class - Nicky Amber

This week I have used the Docrafts Delicate Filigree Cards and a range of techniques to make some Christmas cards.

So this........

has turned into these......

Card 1.

Keeping it very simple, I have just used an embossing folder to dry emboss the background, inking and liquid pearls to decorate.


Card 2.  

In this card I have used texture paste, glimmer mist, wet embossing (using embossing powders and a stamp) on the background and inking.

Card 3.

On this card I have blended Distress inks to create the background.


Card 4.

 

In this card I have used alcohol inks to create the background and a stamp with Distress inks to create interest on the tree.


Due to the many different techniques used for these cards, we have decided to offer these as a class at Scrap N Craft with T. 

Techniques you will cover include

• using Distress inks
• using Glimmer Mist
• how to blend with your Distress inks
• using Alcohol inks
• wet embossing
• dry embossing
• stamping

This is a great opportunity for beginners or if you aren't familiar with any of these techniques to be shown step by step... and as a bonus you will also get to take home four beautiful handmade Christmas cards.
Hope to see you there.......if you would like more information please contact Tanyah on 0458217911.


Happy creating...xxxooo

Making your projects POP! by Nicky Amber

Have you ever needed that extra element in your projects!!

That something different that can make your project POP....well here is the docrafts large card springs!!

To make this card I have used:

• card base
• docrafts large card springs
• cardstock
• Bella Melrose Vintage paper range
• Bella Melrose Vintage Cardstock sticker sheet
• Scalloped frame template
• Prima Say it in Pearls
• Flowers

I have place the spring underneath the title to make it really stand out.  The spring has raised it up over the height of the flowers to allow layering without bunching up too much.

The spring will add around half an inch in height to whatever you place it under.

So have fun and use your imagination...you can use it on just about anything - titles, flowers, journaling tabs, photos, chipboard shapes etc...

Happy creating...xxxooo

Cosy Christmas with docrafts

This week I am making some Christmas cards using products from the docrafts range.

I have used the Cosy Christmas A4 Decoupage Pack which consists of 4 die-cut sheets (2 different designs) and 4 patterned papers (2 different designs).

Now I have never done any decoupage before so I was a bit daunted by the prospect as it had seemed a bit fiddly in my mind.  I need not have worried because the sheet of decoupage patterns are all die-cut for you so all you have to do is pop the pictures out....they are even numbered in the order they go...very simple and no cutting involved.

Card 1.  I have used a tri-fold card to make this card.  I covered the front with some of the patterned paper in the Decoupage pack.  I made the decoupaged image by overlapping the images and mounting them with foam tape and attached it to some red cardstock.  The title was also found in the decoupage pack.  I inked around the edges with red ink to define the border.

 Here's a close-up of the decoupaged image...

Card 2. I have made this card using a decorative door card blank.  I used patterned paper for the inside paper.  To decorate the front cover, I embossed using a script stamp, inked, assembled the decoupaged image and attached it to the front.

 Close-up of decoupaged image.

Card 3.  I have again used a tri-fold card to make this card.  I embossed some cardstock with the docrafts snowflake embossing folder, assembled the decoupaged image using foam squares in between each layer and added a title to the bottom.

Close-up...

Card 4.  I have made this card using a decorative door card blank.  I used patterned paper for the inside paper.  To decorate the front of the card I glimmer-misted in green then I wrote 'christmas blessings' over and over until the card was covered with a red jounaling pen.  I again assembled the decoupaged image and attached it to the front of the card where the doors open.

 Close-up...

Thanks for looking!

There are many other co-ordinating docrafts products to jazz up your cards even further.  If you are after some inspiration the latest magazine is now out as well which comes with a free stamp set and an embossing folder.  Check out all the docraft range HERE!!

Happy creating...xxxooo

docrafts now in store at Scrap N Craft with T!!!

Scrap N Craft with T is now stocking docraft products in store!!!

docraft products are produced in conjunction with a bi-monthly magazine docrafts Creativity! that is full of step-by-steps, techniques and loads of inspiration.  Great for beginners and advanced crafters alike.

Here are a few examples using their Christmas range (yes it is fast approaching...):

This example uses glittered patterned paper, journalling card, epoxy brad and vellum sentiment.

This tag uses their lovely glittered rub-ons.

This tag features vellum paper that has glittered dots, patterned paper and an epoxy brad.  (The inspiration for this tag came from Annie's last minute Father's Day card...thanks Annie)

This tag was kept simple to highlight the lovely glittered paper.

This card uses patterned paper, journalling card, glittered dot vellum, glitter (on the flower edges) and holly leaves.

These products are so varied - there are papers, embossing folders, stamps, glitter, stickers, die cuts, journalling tags, brads, and much more.  They are currently only available instore so come in and check them out!

The docrafts ranges are limited edition and are selling fast (we have restocked twice already) so if you want more information, have any questions or want to know what items are left in store you can contact Tanyah at cardartbytanya@yahoo.com.au.

Happy crafting everyone!!