Creating Subtle Backgrounds with Decorative Masks & Pastels

Hello Everyone,

Today I am sharing a technique to create backgrounds using the Soft Pastel Assortment.

Using this medium gives a much softer colour to the background than can be achieved with inks.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial….

The piece was simply layered with coordinating cardstock with a die cut sentiment added with dimensionals

This card used a different mask but the same pastel colours. This time the sentiment was cut with the Double Oval punch.

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code PBNW9JZN when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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The Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

Jill has used these lovely die cuts to create a simply elegant wedding card!

Visit Jill’s blog here

Heather is using a favourite to create custom designer series paper!

Visit Heather’s blog here

Gez has been extra crafty creating a layered look using inks!

Visit Gez’s blog here

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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#StampAroundUK – Winter Birthday

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this month’s #StampAroundUK video hop…..

Start hopping from my You Tube tutorial….

Here are the direct links to the other participants in the video hop. Please take a look… hit the like button…. subscribe to see more!

Gez Carpenter – Nigezza Creates – https://youtu.be/EWxzwqJw6GU

Karen Egan – Craftykarendesigns – https://youtu.be/fS2f-voM5fw

Jazzledazzlecraft with Janice https://youtu.be/ZbMai53HXbY

Heather Forgan – Stamp With Nellie https://youtu.be/ZXCwhDRRm_o

Verity Pursglove – Stampin’ with Inkybutterfly https://youtu.be/_bZcWmzFEnQ

Heidi Smith Flutterbyheidi https://youtu.be/w5js_R0ntq4

Taffy Crafting – https://youtu.be/p4MWVPUgmKw

Jill Chapman – Paper Daisy Crafting https://youtu.be/oKhGR4k3xOw

Tricia Smith – Smiths Crafty Creations https://youtu.be/z9nJJlByvAk

Stamping With Ian – https://youtu.be/sJ_50s-mnjY

Mitosu Crafts by Barry & Jay Soriano – https://youtu.be/iMtaEAldYkI

Eimear Carvill – https://youtu.be/wzEXXbHg4ho

Ruth Trice – https://youtu.be/lPOZWS0DNu4

Kate Bolt – Inkstampshare https://youtu.be/eMcmp4ZibeA

Esther Howard – https://youtu.be/h65aGvG51vQ

Which is your favourite?

This is how the card looks when the colours are switched around!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code W7ZJNXEV when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Snowflake Masked Panels

Hello Everyone,

This was definitely one of those projects that turned out way better than I thought it would!

I’ve used some fun pinks and purples for a different look.

Masking off areas of the cardstock keeps them crisp and white without adding additional layers.

See how I made this card in my video tutorial….

Here’s the original card in more traditional winter colours….

So which is your favourite?

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code FYP3NJFR when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

Jill has been busy making these sweet cards. Love the colours and the textured background!

Visit Jill’s blog here for more details

Heather’s card shows off the gorgeous glimmer paper and the detail of the Snowflake dies

Visit Heather’s blog here to see more

Gez has used a sketch to make her masculine card. The texture from the patterned paper is incredible!

Visit Gez’s blog here to see how this was made

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Get & Go Joining Offer and Festive Round-Up!

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to pop on and remind you all about the joining offer running this month!

So what do you get?

A custom Starter Kit – this costs £99 BUT you choose £130 of product from any of the live catalogues including the Clearance Rack.

Do you have your eye on two stamp bundles? Get a Starter Kit and add your choice of ink, cardstock or designer series paper to match, or maybe another stamp set for FREE.

On top of this, you will also get a business pack, and free delivery.

The Get & Go offer means you will also receive two additional stamp sets, a pack of rhinestones and pre-cut cardstock to make 16 cards. Get all the info here!

As well as all the goodies, don’t forget you will also become part of my team who will offer support, inspiration and friendship! You will be able to attend corporate events, virtually or in person, and feet early access to new products!

Never crafted before? Don’t let that stop you! Anyone can learn and I can help you! Why not take a look at my You Tube tutorials?

Here are some of my recent Festive Friday projects to show what you could be making for your family and friends this Christmas!

The supplies used to make these projects are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code HS9XUAG2 when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Paper Trimmer

[152392]

£23.00

Inspired Thursday – Stylised Trees

Hello Everyone,

Here’s another card I’ve made using inspiration from the Project Share Project.

You can see the original post with the source cards here

See how I made this card in my video tutorial….

Here a close up of those embossed “trees”…!

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code HS9XUAG2 when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Paper Trimmer

[152392]

£23.00

Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

All the ladies have been embossing this week!

Jill’s gorgeous little trees look amazing in blue and framed with snowflake designer series paper for a really frosty feel!

Visit Jill’s blog here

Heather has used both dry and best embossing in her Snowflake card. By partially embossing the front panel, there was still somewhere flat for the sentiment.

Visit Heather’s blog here

Gez has used both dry and best embossing in her card too. She has chosen to use a single heat embossed layered snowflake as her focal point.

Visit Gez’s blog here

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Festive Friday with Snowflake Wishes

Hello Everyone,

A nice simple card for this week’s Festive Friday featuring the Snowflake Wishes bundle and Snowflake Splendour Designer Series Paper

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial…..

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code 3MA77KE6 when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Inspired Thursday – Snowflake Wreath Easel Card

Hello Everyone,

Did you see the Project Share Project post this morning?

This is what I have made inspired by the cards made by my friends. You can see the original cards here

This week’s selection of products are the Arrange a Wreath and Snowflake Wishes bundles.

I am making an easel card today too, not something I do every often.

You can see how I made this card in my video tutorial…..

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code 3MA77KE6 when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

Product List

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

£23.00

Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

Jill has made this lovely easel card and decorated it with gorgeous butterflies.

Visit Jill’s blog here

Heather has heat embossed this stunning wreath in gold. Looks great with the Merry Merlot card stock.

Visit Heather’s blog here

Gez has created a 3D cube card that is very popular at the moment. The style really suits the winter theme.

Visit Gez’s blog here

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Project Share Project

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to this week’s Project Share. As always my friends have created some lovely work. Please use the links to visit their blogs and read more about their projects.

Jill has made these sweet tea light boxes. I can see these making gorgeous table favours!

Visit Jill’s blog here

Heather’s card has a vellum front. This gives the project a beautifully elegant look!

Visit Heather’s blog here

Gez has used the one sheet wonder technique with vintage styling to make her cards!

Visit Gez’s blog here

I hope you enjoyed these projects. The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Festive Friday with Snowflake Wishes

Hello Everyone,

Snowflakes! I just love them! And this set is no exception. This is part of a full suite of products but today I will just be using the die bundle.

I am working with some non traditional colours, Rococo Rose and Magenta Madness.

See how I made the card in my video tutorial…

This version uses Seaside Spray and Misty Moonlight….

I also made them in Highland Heather / Gorgeous Grape and Balmy Blue / Night of Navy….

I hope you enjoyed this project.

The supplies used are listed and linked to the online store below.

If your order is less than £150, use the Hostess Code BREHFN2Q when placing your order to get an extra gift from me!

I would love to be your demonstrator.

Thanks for stopping by today and happy Stampin’!

Verity xx

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Paper Trimmer

[152392]

£23.00