Papertrey Ink Celebrate their 3rd Birthday!

February 2nd, 2010

If you haven’t come across “Papertrey Ink” before then you are definately missing out. This fab company releases numerous new stamp design sets on the 15th of each calender month. There really is something for everyone.

The brand new 2010 design team has just been anounced and right now they are all taking part in various competitions and challenges for all of us to play along with and be in with a chance to win big time.

Papertrey Ink” are an American company who take pride in designing simple but versatile images that can be used again and again. I was lucky enough to recieve a bundle of “PTI” goodies for Christmas so I was a very happy bunny on Christmas morning.

Here are some examples of what you can make using “Papertrey Ink” Stamps:

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For this card I used: “Around and About Sentiments” stamp set.

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Here I used: “In Bloom” this has to be my favourite set!

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To create these I used: “Winter Swirls“.

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Not only did I use the “Around and About sentiment” set here but also “Simple Valentine” papers to create these gorgeous flowers.

One thing to mention about “Papertrey Ink” is that the whole range co-ordinates perfectly thanks to their “Perfect Match“. Not only can you buy cardstock, ink and buttons but also ribbon in various textures and designs. You can enjoy  “Aqua Mist”, “Sweet Blush”, “Lemon Tart” and “Plum Pudding” to mention but a few.

With each release also comes a new paper pad and the lovely people at “PTI” are so thoughtful they actually give you the chance to “try before you buy”. Click here to view each paper pad released to download free samples.

If you enjoy these products don’t forget to check out “Nichole Heady’s” blog, the lady behind this whole venture. Here you’ll find news, updates, free downloads and bucket loads of inspiration. Every month the new release will take place on the 15th and you’ll be able to find out all about it before it goes live with sneaky peeks galore!

If you enjoy taking part in challenges then do check out “A Passion for Papertrey” challenge blog which is run by two very talented crafters “Kate Lewis & Amy Wanford“. Take part in fortnightly challenges and win.

So what are you waiting for, if you’ve not yet discovered “Papertrey Ink” pop on over now, you’d better grab a cuppa first ;)

Bo Bunny CHA Releases

January 19th, 2010

Bo Bunny are realeasing lots of sneak peeks of their 6 new collections for CHA.

Here is a little summary of their new lines…

Flower Child

A fresh and funky theme of cream, blue and green. Perfect for summer holiday and children LOs.

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Mama-Razzi

A grunge finish theme detailing on film and media. A theme ideal for personal LOs.

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Paradise

A beautiful collection of sunburnt yellows, oranges and blues. A collection ideal for not only those holiday LOs but recording those long summer days spent in the sun.

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Jazmyne

Rich purples and elegant greens make this collection a must-have. Whether creating a LO for little girls, summer walks or weddings this collection is very adaptable.

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Sophie

Like its name suggests this collection is perfect for little girls. Lots of pinks, blues and browns in a floral collection also make this theme very romantic.

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Roughin’ It

The last collection is quite different to the rest. A grungy nature inspired theme. Most obviously suited to outdoor holidays but also a great theme for young boy LOs and gardening.

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Making Memories Love Struck

January 8th, 2010

One of the brand new ranges Making Memories are launching this year is the Love Struck range.

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A range of pretty pink valentine themed paper, rub-ons, stamps, embellishments.

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You can see the full range over at the Making Memories site.

A funky background technique…

January 7th, 2010

After blog hopping this week I came across a lovely blog by Jessica Witty.

Now I’m a huge fan of cute quilts and patchwork so I fell in love with this technique straight away! Jessica shows us how to create a pacthwork style background for a card in the simplest and most effective way I’ve seen yet!

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Go take a look at the tutorial over on her blog. I can’t wait to have a go at this on a 12″ x 12″ scrapbook page!

Lisa x

New Honey & Hugs

January 6th, 2010

Honey & Hugs is the new super cute Papermania range from Docrafts.

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Designed by the award winning Stephanie Dyment, this ice cream coloured range of owls, lambs, chick and piglets is available in paper, transfers, stamps, stickers, decoupage and notelets. It promises to be real hit with both card makers and scrapbookers.

This collection is perfect for beating those winter blues and introducing the sping back into our lives. It’s also a great range for celebrating a new baby with scrapbook pages, birth announcements and cards.

I think this is one of the most adorable ranges I’ve seen in a long while and I’m sure you will agree!

Honey and Hugs is availble from your local Docrafts stockist now.

Lisa x