Found Object Challenge

It's time for a Found Object Challenge!

Rummage through your crafting stash, find the following objects, and make a card.

• Use an Operation Smile stamp set
• Scalloped edge
• Something purple
• Tone on tone stamping

This is what I came up with!

I used some purple cardstock and ink from my stash, stamped the lighter side with purple ink and the large floral cluster Operation Smile stampset image, added some ribbon and confetti flowers, and stuck it all together in less than 15 minutes. w00tw00t!

Like the look? Click through to purchase the products I used to create this card.

Cards and Envelopes, Trimmer, Versamat, Die Cut Machine, Grape and White Daisy Cardstocks, Adhesive, Liquid Glass, Foam Dots, Iridescent Flower Confetti, Scalloped Circle Frame and Circle Thin Cuts, Tweezers, Scissors, Shimmer Ribbon, Operation Smile and About Your Age Stampsets, Stamping Starter Kit, Grape and Toffee Exclusive Inks, Round Sponge.

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From Me to You

New Christmas stamps have landed in my shop. I'm in love!

How stinkin cute are they!?

There's 12 different sets to choose from, and they all coordinate with our All-purpose Tags Thin Cuts. I've bought some not to use as tags. I'm using them for my Christmas cards!

Let Us Adore Him + O Holy Night + Paper + Cardstock

I've also snapped up this one to use with the new To-Go Cups Thin Cuts.

Cup of Cheer + To-Go Cups + Santa Fuel

These would be perfect for gift cards or mini treats!

Impossible + Wanted + For You + Gift Card + Favor + Ribbon

Check out all the other options for this special here. Offer available through December 31 2022, while supplies last.

What will you create with these stamps and thin cuts?

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New Kit - Cut Above Cards

Yup, I'm back with more for the Week of New!

Today is the brand new Starter Cut Above® Card Kit. You'll see it on page 3 of our 2022-2023 Core Products Book.

The kit includes 6 preprinted card bases, 6 envelopes, 2 sheets of diecuts, and full color printed instructions.

I got this purely for shits and giggles. I wanted to try it and see how easy it was. I wanted to see how I could change it up and make things look more like my style of cardmaking. I got the Starter Kit and Starter Sentiments stampset as I already have ink, blocks, and cleaner on hand. If you want to get it all in one fell swoop, try the Starter Bundle!

The kit makes 2 each of these designs.

Y'all, honies, you NEED to try this! As an experienced cardmaker, I found it very enjoyable to put this kit together in an evening (between dinner and catching up on Critical Role). Here's what I made!

This is all you need. The Starter Kit, block, ink, adhesive, and cleaner. I use spritz and scrubber.

The kit makes 2 each of 3 designs. These I did as directed.

You do not need a lot of space to craft. This is my 3.5' folding table I use.

I did each design as instructed, and for the second card I changed it up with extra goodies from my stash.

I used my LePens to enhance the balloon strings, toffee ink to edge the balloons and banner, and a different stampset. I really like it!

I sponged toffee ink on all pieces, used my LePens to color in parts of the card base grid, and some glitter gems for sparkle. I also changed it to landscape.

Yuuuuup, more toffee ink on this one too! I added some gold shimmer trim, glitter gems, and changed it to portrait.

With a few simple changes, it was easy to amp these up from "plain" to "ooooh I like what you did there"!

See? In my jammies, ready for bed, nearly out of isolation, and I made cards.

If I can do this with a somewhat fuzzy noggin, you can do it.

Which is your favorite? Congrats balloons is my fave!

Are you inspired to give this a go?

Like the look and want to make it yourself? Click through to order. Products used: Starter Kit, Starter Sentiments, Versamat, Scissors, Adhesive Runner, Glitter Gems, Shimmer Trim, LePens, Black and Toffee Inks, 2x3.5 and 3x3 Blocks, Round Sponge, Spritz, and Scrubber (replaced by Stamp Shammy).

If you enjoyed this post, you'll enjoy the various other Cut Above kits available.

Check out the Startup Special offer!

You might also like the Cut Above Cardmaking Subscription.

Read up on all the Cut Above Subscriptions here.

Have any questions? Please ask!

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Paprika Fun 101

Here's the results of my Color Challenge: Paprika.

Missed it live? Catch up here.

Here's a closer look at each card, click to embiggen.

MIFYHv4 Pattern 12

MIFYHv4 Pattern 16

If you like the products used in my video, please check them out in my shop: Bloom with Grace Paper Packet, Make It from Your Heart™ Volume 4, Candy Apple 6" x 8" Everyday Life™ Album, Paprika Cardstock, Espresso Cardstock, White Daisy Cardstock, White Cards & Envelopes Value Pack, Paprika Exclusive Inks™, Espresso Exclusive Inks™, Canary Exclusive Inks™, Fern Exclusive Inks™, Small Bow Thin Cuts, 3" × 3" My Acrylix® Block, My Acrylix® Stamp Scrubber, My Acrylix® Spritz Cleaner, Angel Policy Stamp Set, VersaMat™, 3-D Foam Dots, Adhesive Runner, SureCut™ Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer, Non-stick Micro-tip Scissors, Gold Shimmer Brush, and Clear Sparkles.

*Stampsets A1201 One In a Million, S1508 Framed, and B1532 Sweet Birthday are no longer available.*

I hope you enjoyed this Color Challenge during the Great Australian Craft Show!

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Color Challenge

Today is a Color Challenge showdown amongst the CTMH Logan Ladies!

I used Paprika to create goodies live on my facebook page. Pop over and catch up on today's shenanigans!

Pop over to Jean's page to see what she's created with Blue Belle.

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Show Special!

It wouldn't be a craft show without show specials. Pop on over and check out our $20 Boredom Buster Bundles Show Special!

For $20 your bundle includes FIVE different card kits shipped straight to your door to create in the comfort of your own home.

Each card kit has precut prestamped pieces, embellishments, and easy to follow full color assembly instructions. I have a lucky dip Assorted variety or a Christmas variety! These are great for a rainy day, to keep kids occupied, or as a mini mental break for yourself. We're all in differing levels of lockdown here in Oz, take time out for yourself and create something pretty.

To order your Show Special, please comment on the video with SOLD and I'll be in touch regarding payment and delivery!

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CTMH Kids Craft - Born To Shine

This is the upcoming CTMH Kids Crafts event we're holding. If you have littlies that like to craft with you, definitely check this out!

CTMH Kids Crafts - Born To Shine Mini Album

What is it?
Prepare for a special, kid-friendly creative experience with the CTMH Kids Crafts virtual event taking place 22 August! This event will walk kids through each step of creating an adorable mini album using the Born to Shine album kit.

Who is teaching it?
Miss Maya Wihongi, the 9 year old daughter of CTMH's President will be teaching this kit. Expect a lot of fun and shenanigans!

What is included in the kit?
The kit includes an exclusive stamp set, mini stamping block, Summer Vibes Picture My Life™ Cards, and a fun Story by Stacy™ 4″ × 4″ album. Let your young crafter shine with this fun virtual event!

How do I watch the kit being put together?
It will be assembled August 22nd at 8:30am AEST via facebook live on the CTMH Official facebook page. Click here to access the video list and watch it live or as a replay.

Does it cost money to watch the video?
No. It is free to watch the assembly video! Please do not click on any facebook links that demand to know your credit card details in order to watch. (How do you know you are onto a good thing? When there's been so much interest in these live events that the scammers have come out en masse!)

I watched the video, I like the concept, now how do I purchase the kit to make this with my kids?
Click here to purchase it in my shop. This kit is available to purchase until August 31 unless sold out earlier. Time is of the essence my darlings!

There are a few extra things you'll need to assemble the album. These items are also available in my shop, simply click on the links to purchase. 12" trimmer, adhesive, pen, black ink pad, stamp shammy, or invest in the Stamping Starter Kit which includes one Stamp Shammy, a 2"x2" block, AND a Black ink pad!

My kids LOVE crafting and making cards....
If your littlies like making cards over mini books, have no fear. We have a super cute cardmaking event coming too! Watch this space for details on the Funny Farm Cards event on September 26!

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Sketch 351 AHSC

To make this card, I used my basic toolkit plus these materials.

Click through to purchase! Basic Toolkit: (Versamat, Trimmer, Scissors, Ruler, Adhesive Runner, Foam Dots, Pen, Stamping Starter Kit, White Card Value Pack), Celebrate Today Paper Packet, Lagoon and Evergreen Exclusive Cardstocks, Blossom Exclusive Ink*, Clear Sparkles, Why Thank You* and Angel Policy stampsets. *Retired/discounted/WSL items

I'd love it if you'd leave a comment below and pin my project before you pop over to the sketch here and share your creations!

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Sketch 349 AHSC

I flipped this sketch and used it horizontally for a change.

To make this card, I used my stash of digital kits I found via pinterest. I'd love it if you'd leave a comment below and pin my project before you pop over to the sketch here and share your creations!

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