Ahoy

I so this card took a bit longer than most but I love the finished effect and that you can make the card and add a photo later when you decide who to send it to.

Another card for a man, i'm on a roll .

One of my favourites so far this year x

Classy Lady

This very busy rose paper was really hard to use. In hindsight I should have added another piece of white card stock in the background but I am still pleased with the overall effect.

This is my great grandmother looking as classy as always.

And the detail

So much hidden detail in this layout. Hope you like it as much as I do. Xx

Butterfly card

I found The best way to make this card is to take a selection of papers from a colour coordinated paper pad.

I was given the idea from a birthday card given to me last year from a friend.

The butterfly is awesome x

DoCraft Design Team Blog Hop June 2015

Welcome to the Docraft DT Blog Hop I hope you will take time to visit everyone's blog and leave some love. We all love comments as well if you get time. You can find the links below my post x

My name is Julie Wilson and I run a club called Ladies That Craft. I have been on the DoCraft Design Team for 6 months now and I am having a great time.You can find loads of fantastic ideas by visiting the DoCrafts website and while you're there take a look at their fantastic sale and grab a bargain.

Here's today's blog post from me........

I really enjoy working with bright colours and I love a challenge so when everyone asked for a boy layout I saw these papers and thought "why not"

I needed to add some stamping so I went for Barbara Grays "Wee Folk" stamps and the words " What, When and Why from a tiny little set of stamps I got years ago.

And some of the detail

Now make a cuppa and follow the links to all of my fellow DoCraft Design Team friends. 

Heather https://heathermitchelldesign.wordpress.com/

Mags Woodcock https://thetaglady.wordpress.com

Julie Wilson http://newnanny.blogspot.co.uk/ YOU ARE HERE

Emilie Grant http://emiliesadventuresincraftyland.blogspot.co.uk/

Michelle- http://scrapthology.blogspot.co.uk/

Katie http://whatkatiedid2.blogspot.co.uk/

Sarah Douglas http://stickerkitten.co.uk/

Amy Surey https://amysureycreations.wordpress.com/

They are all great fun and make lovely projects.

Enjoy xxx

Banksy

When I found these Banksy like stamps I was delighted. They are so effective and I can't stop using them. Here is the first of many Banksy like cards I will be making I'm sure lol

I can't wait to use this stamp on a scrapbook page. x

A little birdie told me.

I fell in love with this brilliant 12 x 12 paper pad from Creative Expressions however I found them a bit to "rosy" so I decided to add my own flowers to add a bit of whimsy.

And some of the detail

Am loving the lace and the little gem droplets. More tomorrow. X

Tomorrow

Just a heads up that 12 days of blog posts starts tomorrow. Enjoy xx

Happy Fathers Day

To our wonderful dad. We love you loads.

And to all dads, grandad and husbands out there, have a great day.

This is the layout I made using the weekly Sketch from the DoCrafts site. I keep a library of sketches to help me get over any craft blocks. Love this one.

Let's hope the sun shines xxx

Dates for your diary

Ok so it's that time again when I give you the list for classes taking place in the second half of the year. This year I will be adding evening Christmas Card Classes plus a few extra daytime ones so keep checking back.

Ones to book early are the Creativity 101 classes and of course the Mini Book Classes as they are really popular.

So here goes:

Saturday 4th July - Scrapping Your Family
10am to 1pm  £13.50

Wednesday 15th July - Card Class
10.30am to 12.30pm   £12

Wednesday 22nd July - Mini Book Class with Karen
7pm to 9pm  £16.50

Thursday 23rd July - Card Class
12 noon to 2pm  £12

Saturday 25th July - CROP
9.30am to 4.30pm  £10

Tuesday 28th July - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 29th August - GARDEN PARTY
1.30pm till 4.30pm  Invitation only  £15 (£7.50 from each ticket will go to charity)

Saturday 5th September - Scrapping Your Family
10am to 1pm  £13.50

Thursday 10th September - Card Class
12noon to 2pm  £12

Thursday 17th September - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 19th September - Creativity 101
9.30am to 2.30pm  £30

Wednesday 23rd September - Card Class
10.30am to 12.30pm  £12

Tuesday 29th September - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 3rd October - Scrapping Your Family
10am to 1pm  £13.50

Wednesday 14th October - Card Class
10.30 to 12.30pm  £12

Thursday 15th October - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 17th October - PRIVATE CLASS BOOKING
New Romney

Tuesday 27th October - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Thursday 29th October - Card Class
12pm to 2pm  £12

Saturday 7th November - Scrapping Your Family
10am to 1pm  £13.50

Wednesday 11th November - Card Class
10.30am to 12.30pm  £12

Thursday 12th November - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 21st November - CROP
9.30am to 4.30pm  £10

Tuesday 24th November - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Thursday 26th November - Card Class
12noon to 2pm  £12

Tuesday 1st December - Scrapbook Class
7pm to 9pm  £12

Saturday 5th December - Scrapping Your Family
10am to 1pm  £13.50

Wednesday 9th December - Card Class
10.30am to 12.30pm  £12

2016 classes will restart in January and I will let you have those dates as soon as they have been confirmed.

You can book your classes either by emailing ladiesthatcraft@live.co.uk or by phone on 07725552501. New class mates will be asked to pay their first two classes in advance. 

Hope to see you in class soon. xxx

Please read the terms below:

No refunds will be given nor kits provided to those people who do not turn up for class and do not give 72 hours notice. If you give 72 hours notice you will receive a full refund. If you give notice but it is less than 72 hours you will receive a class kit.

Prices include your kit, tea or coffee and a place in the class. Additional kits are available on request.

Do you like spiders.

I saw these little spiders on a scrapbook layout and thought they'd make a great card. A bit of fun

And a look at the little fella close up

More tomorrow xx

Colour a stamped topper

In any colour to make the perfect thank you card.

The trick is to match one of the background papers to one of the floral elements on the topper.

I'm a bit addicted to the border stamps at the minute. I'm sure I'll get over it soon lol.

And some detail of the greeting

Third card tomorrow xxx

Yellow is always bright and cheerful

That's why it's always the perfect colour for a Birthday Card.

Here is the first of the three cards from one of the card classes held in May.

The yellow shows off the embossing really well.

Here is a closer shot.

Another one tomorrow xx

By the sea

So layout two designed to show off those photos by the sea, or in this case, photos taken near the docks whilst tasting all sorts of scrummy food at a food fair lol.

I enjoyed cutting and colouring the die cuts (anchor, fish, glass and lemon)

Here's some more detail

Cards tomorrow, promise xx

I know I said cards next but....

I have already taken these photos of the last Scrapbook class layouts and I need a bit of sun especially today when it's so miserable outside.

This layout was made using hand cut paper pieces and is great for using up any scraps you might have at home. 

Now I agree it was time consuming but well worth it I think. It reminds me of the colourful houses you see on holiday (might use these in a mini book of my holiday as well)

Here's a bit of detail

The sand was made using texture paste and micro beads.

Second layout coming soon xx