Embossing Folder & Accents Glaze

Hi Everybody,

Today I have made a card using a really pretty embossing folder and I have inked over the background once it is embossed. 

That highlights the design but keeps the raised areas in the original card colour which in this case was pink.

I cut the middle from this layer and added in an extra white one to create the framed portion. I also used a white oval that was lying on my desk. 

The words sentiment is from a really old Tonic die and I think the flowers are from Altenew ... but I am not sure.

Once they have been made I have added some of Sam Calcott's  Accent Glaze to the top and that has made the flower shiny, with an enamelled look to it. This is a useful product to have in your crafty stash as it can add a beautiful look to any of your projects.

Highlight the flowers as I have done here or just certain areas of them, such as a nose or eyes on your images. Maybe accent a heart or stars on your creations to give them another look.

This finished card is a 5x7 and it looks much prettier in the hand. 

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx

Sneaky Peak ...

Hi Everybody,

Today I have a sneaky peak of a new collection that is coming in May, and it features beautiful butterflies that can be used in a number of different ways. 

I have been busy making samples for the launch and I will be doing videos to accompany it as well. So I hope they will inspire you when they are released.

These can be added to any sized card you are making and I will show you much more when we get nearer to the launch.

For this card I have used some of the bargain papers and card from Lidl that I told you about earlier this week.

The word is gold mirror card from my stash as is the diamante flourish for the butterfly trial.

Be sure to look out for this collection when it is released at the beginning of May

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx 

Bargain Find

 Hi Everybody,  

If you have been with me for some time then you will know how much I like to fill a charity box up with my cards, and take it to the shop for my chosen charity to sell them.

Last week I took them 200 cards, and I always have each card with an envelope and I put them into a cellophane bag to keep them clean.

From the look on the managers face I know she appreciates my efforts and this is my way of supporting them as they sell them for whatever price they want.

So my bargain find was in Lidl as I was doing some shopping, and there tucked away at the back of a shelf was this fabulous card and paper.

The colours in both packs match and it is really good quality.  Not cheap and glossy which I hate.

The card is 270gsm and has 25 sheets in it, and from each sheet I can make two cards.

The paper pack is 135gsm and and there are 50 sheets, two of each colour, making me two envelopes, to go with the cards.

It was inexpensive too so I bought two packs of each and took my lucky find home.

I got busy and made some cards,  and then I thought I would film it, to share with you my find, and then hopefully if you wanted some too you would find it in your nearest Lidl.

The video is not long but I share with you the dies I have used  from other sets to decorate my designs.

The main one is the A6 Flat Fronted Envelope Die that is part of the A6 Collection introduced last month

                                     

Now I can make lots of cards with envelopes to match, and I could always make plain white envelopes for everyday use from a 100gsm copier paper. Another idea would be to add a wax seal to the back of each envelope made from another die set that is from Pretty Book collection.

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx

Winner

Hi Everybody,

What a beautiful day and the sun is shining, so as soon as this post is done I am taking Ruby out for a walk. It has forecast some rain for later so might as well take advantage now when its still sunny. It's a pity Ella can't come too but I may just have to get her used to being in a harness and then she can. Strange sight seeing a cat being walked .

In the meantime the draw has been done for that wonderful Lavender kit that is on offer.
There are 138 elements on offer in this kit from Papers to toppers and you even get the foam pads inside as well.

Inside the magazine pages you will find hints and tips to help you get the most from the kit and for making other cards too. So as soon as you get the kit you will be able to start on your cardmaking adventure.

The name of the winner this week is ...

Kathy Butler

so would you email me your postal address please to 
christina@card-making-magic.com
and I will get it in the post to your straight away.

Please let me know that you have it safely.
This is the only one I have so should it get lost in the post we are both snookered !!!

Special Offer

And over on Craft Stash for today only there is a special offer of three for the price of two on my beautiful collections.

Now is the time to pick your favourites and grab a bargain at the same time

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx

Friday Freebie - Lovely Lavender

Hi Everybody,

This weeks offering is an absolute bumper gift and it comprises of the magazine which is full of ideas, and a fabulous card kit that has everything you need to make some cards.

There are foiled toppers, papers, die cuts, foam pads and there is even some twine in the pack as decoration.

It makes a beautiful starter kit for those new to card making, as everything you need is there.  Just add your card base and a bit of glue and away you go. 

If this is something that you would like then all you need to do is leave me a comment.
 Or maybe you know of a friend, who is starting out with cards, that you would like to gift this too.

The usual drill applies ... leave me your comment with your FULL NAME to be in with the chance and then be sure to come back and see if you are the winner.

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx