FOLK IT!

In September I visited Kirsty Alsop's handmade fair at Hampton Court Palace...a great day out covering all types of crafting! This Company called Folk It caught my eye.  It's painting but in a really quick and easy way using simple designs.  Here is my tester egsample.....now I'm ready to make some hand painted cards...I will pop back on another post soon to share with you!!' Love trying out a new technique!!! 

White Christmas....

My Christmas classes are rolling in.....only one more left!!! So this week it was all about the lovely glitter from Stampin' Up! We used the White Christmas stamp set...here is a quick glimpse of what the ladies received in class as a small gift...I think the Night of Navy Cardstock is a lovely Chrismassy colour with the glimmer paper!!  They loved them...and I showcased the stars punch on these projects too!!

Table Gifts....

Yeah!!  Another class done....and another week closer to Christmas....yesterday was all about favour/gift boxes using the Square Pillow Box Framelit...I made each person who attended class a cute gift and they even received a couple of Christmas cards from me too!!!  Hope it kicks starts there Christmas Card making!!

Homemade with a touch of Stampin Up!

Well that's the 24 jars of sticky quince jelly made...we are entering two into next years village fete so thought I would add a little decoration to them...if you make home produce then this stamp set is perfect to add a little touch to your jars...it is called Among the Branches and has two other lovely sentiments...perfect for this time of year...it's available in the winter catalogue but be sure to get it quick...emmaloudesigns.stampinup.net

Square Pillow Box Framelit.

I'm looking forward to this upcoming class..we will be making 6 boxes during the class two of each design...the Framelit gives a fantastic sturdy box which you can decorate how you like! I ran one through an embossing folder and got a really lovely look....really simple and easy..all you need is a little creative imagination...they make super gift packaging ideas or table favours....hope you give this project a

go.....

Reindeer Paper Clip Card.

Hi there and welcome to my Blog if you have popped over from my Facebook page.  Here is a simple quick Christmas card, great to do with the kids or if you want to make a batch of cards in no time at all. All the supplies are pictured here, I did zip mine up a little by adding a sentiment and an envelope liner but you can keep it as simple as you like...

The only extra supplies I used was glue dots ( 3 per paperclip is plenty) to adhere the paperclip to the card and a pack of the ready to go notelets and envelopes..you get 20 in a pack so a thrifty project! All the supplies can be found at emmaloudesigns.stampinup.net I do hope you like this little project and give it a go!

It's Halloween Time!!!

Seems no time since last year....we had lots of children trick or treating last year so I decided to stock up on sweets this year and not get caught out this time round!!! I made a couple of these treat bags ( for special friends) using the Mini Muslin Bags from Stampin Up! They are super cute and all I did was stamp

my image straight onto the bag using SU Classic ink! Voila....would make great treat bags for a Birthday or Christmas! ( the bags are £9 for 8 so a steal!!! ). And here is a picture of our VERY decorated front door!!! Hope you have a safe and enjoyable Halloween.

A useful little notepad...

These are really quick and easy to make, I purchased the rings from Ryman (4 in a box). Then using my scallop tag topper punch from stampin up cut paper to size and hey presto done!!! ....you could make them any size and thickness.  These are class gifts for this evenings Ladies who are joining me at the Tin of Cards Class..I'm sure they will find them useful as it's the time of year for making a list!!! The card stock is calypso coral with co-ordinating designer series paper...the Just a note Sentiment is from the Watercolour Wishes project kit, which was perfect for the job!

Celebrate Today Birthday Card..for a man!

This set is so useful with the co-ordinating framelits.  We have a birthday in the house this week...he loves blue so this was fresh looking and cheery...

I have used a little Designer Series Paper to co-ordinate with the colours..

I'm pleased with the result and was a super quick card! 

This stamp set and framelits bundle can be found in the annual Stampin Up Catalogue and would be an excellent first purchase for the new crafter....emmaloudesigns.stampinup.net

Mini Treat Favours.

You will need you Envelope Punch Board for this project. Cut you paper at 3 3/4 x 3 3/4. Place your paper into the envelope punch board, punch and score on all four sides at 1 5/8.     This is how your paper should look.  I used Tesco's finest chocolates ( each treat holder will take 2 ) you get a huge box for approx £4.  Then pop a glue dot on one of the flaps and pull all four corners in ( don't press down keep a nice round shape).  There you have it! Easy Christmas favours for your table...hope you have a go at making them! 

 

Water Colour Wishes...

This is an amazing kit that Stampin' UP! Offer ...its £31.50 which yes is quite a lot but the end results are truly lovely...it took me 2 hours to complete the 20 cards, which are fantastic quality and look like you have spent hours producing watercolour!!!  The kit comes complete with a 12 piece stamp set and is a super gift for a crafter or someone new to crafting....or you could make them for someone and gift them as it comes in a beautiful box!! Love love love this kit, I have done many a kit from SU! but this one has to be my favourite!!!  You can purchase this through me at emmaloudesigns.stampinup.net

You will not be disappointed!!! I hope you make the purchase and enjoy the kit just as much as I did...what a great way to spend an winters evening.....crafting with this lovely Kit!!! Enjoy the pictures!!!

Nice Day For A White Wedding..

I won't bore you with all the details here but just to say I helped to arrange the flowers at Cookham Church for a very large wedding this weekend..yes flower arranging is hard work, demanding and full on! It looked amazing at the end but boy that was a tough couple of days.. I'm still carrying my a' bug' despite early nights so it really took its toll! Totally worth it...enjoy the pics!

A GOLDEN DAY!!!!

My parents celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at the weekend and here are a few of my makes! It was a big undertaking but everything looked lovely!! Stampin UP! Made it easy to co-ordinate the look easily....I

had lots of lovely comments on the day! I adore flower arranging and had lots of fun making the table centre pieces and a large arrangement for the welcome/drinks area....phew just glad it all looked great!

Surprise!

Last week I was asked by a lovely friend of mine if I would make a card and co-ordinating gift bag for her mum. She wanted to invite her to her very own 70th celebration.  The family are taking her away for a short break

and the little gift bag was going to be filed with a brochure and maps ( sort of clues ) to where she was going! A lovely idea! Well this is what I came up with and I'm happy to say it was perfect! I really enjoyed making it for her and the fancy fold card technique was given by Julie kettlewell. (SU Demo)

Punch Art...

Today I am sharing with you some projects that I have been making for an upcoming project with some year one pupils at my sons school...that's all I can say for now, I will pop back again to

this post in October but for now some inspiration!!' CASED from Pinterest and SU Demos

Gift Packaging Class...

How about some unusual gift packaging! I have made a coffee cup...a gift voucher holder and the super cute snowman is a little battery operated snowman...Pinterest has a ton of inspiration for Christmas...don't forget you can shop with me for all your supplies at emmaloudesigns.stampinup.net

White Christmas..

Love this class...unfortunately it's full but just wanted to share a little sparkle with you. The stamp set is available in the annual catalogue! It's a lovely stamp set...the ideas are endless..the animals are soooo cute, lovin the polar bear!

Pillow Box Class...

Tuesday 17th November 10am £20 making 6 of these adorable pillow boxes which would make beautiful favours! Limited seating, to reserve your seat email me at emmalou.designs@hotmail.co.uk

Among the Branches...

Tuesday 3rd November £15 10am.  Making 6 cards three of each design. New techniques in this class...all materials provided...very limited seating..reserve your seat at emmalou.designs@hotmail.co.uk

Oh what Fun Tag Project...

Thursday 15th October 10am £25.00  This class is going to be lots of fun! You will be making 30 tags, lovely for gifts but also very pretty to pop around napkins or even use them for table settings! Limited seating so be sure to reserve you seat at emmalou.designs@hotmail.co.uk