ESAD Eastern Place Suite Blog Hop

Welcome back crafters 😊



I am participating in a blog hop with ESAD today




We are all showcasing the The Eastern Palace Bundle.
I do hope you will find some inspiration from all of the projects on show today.
You are currently here with me Kim Oliver. Further down you will find a next button to

I personally love this suite for two main reasons

1.  It's available in two different size bundles for the month of MAY ONLY The Premier Bundle and the Starter Bundle
2. It is so very versatile and can be used for ANY occasion.
3. Oops did I say 2 reasons lol oh well

3. It previews 3 of the GORGEOUS NEW INCOLOURS!

Here are my card projects for your viewing pleasure. I do hope you like them as much as I enjoyed creating them.

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

This card below was the very first card I created using this set... I was basically just having a play to see where it led.
I wasn't really happy with how it finished...it looked a bit plain so I added the metallic shapes in gold and heat embosed the Hello with gold embossing powder too...I still feel it is missing something though 😕

My first card as mentioned feels unfinished still.

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

I used the DSP as the background for each of my cards...#Loveitchopit
The DSP in this suite is just divine!
Look at those gorgeous colours. Lemon Lime Twist is just delicious and that Dapper Denim with the Gold stripes oh WOW! It looks so regal.
And then we have the creamy Very Vanilla DSP that has a repeat image to give a light moroccan feel.

 There are of course a few more designs of DSP in the pack and if you keep hopping through this spectaular hop you will most certainly them, I am sure.

Luscious Lime

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

The Premier Bundle comes with a packet of tassles!!! 

SWEET

iI love tassles lol

I used just one of them above to finish this card. There are two more colours in the pack, you get 12 in total, four of each colour....Gold, Tranquil Tide and Fresh Fig.

The Dies in the Eastern Palace Suite are totally amazing too!!

There are 14 pieces in the die set and the possibilities are just endless! Oh the shapes and layers you can create. 

I spent part of a day die cutting for a display as part of my class prep a couple of weeks ago to show them some the effects of nesting the dies and mixing them with our layering circles die set. 

Die cut Display

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

Above you can see a selection of die cuts that are left over from my class display and creative play.

Above you can see some have been cut completely out to create a doily style while the couple on the left have been left inlaid ready for a contrast colour. 

You can cut them out completely to create a doily by snipping the little bits holding them inplace or use the layering circle dies that co-ordinate perfectly with this suite. 

Rich Dapper Denim

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

The card above has had some metallic shapes added plus some gold thread and an embossed sentiment...all in gold....😍
I really thought it needed a little extra gold lol
Gold fever set in I think hahaha.
 You can never have too much bling.

But Wait...
there's more!

I also made another set with this bundle...This set showcases a few of the gorgeous stamps and the inks that come with the suite. The stamp set  in this suite is called Eastern Beauty.
I did a little blog showing these cards around 2 weeks ago, but seeing that we are showcasing the Eastern Palace Suite here, I felt it was appropriate to share them again. 😍 Also once I got started I really couldn't stop playing with this set!!

#Easternpalacesuite #KOCreationscards #Loveitchopit #ImbringingRAKcardsback #ESADbloghop

These cards have been created using a technique called smooshing on water colour and shimmer white card stock. I used the inks that are available with both bundles.
Lemon Lime Twist, Tranquil Tide and Fresh Fig.
You can see these card in more detail HERE


 Thank you so much for stopping by my blog during the hop.

 Please keep following through this wonderful hop.
You can do so by clicking the NEXT button below.
Up next is the fabulous Libby Dyson

Blog Hop Participants:

1. Kelly Kent

2. Lou Kitzelman

3. Nicole Wilson

4. Kim Oliver

5. Libby Dyson

6. Cheryl Algie

7. Peta Stephen

8. Maree McIntosh

9. Leonie Schroder

10. Kristel Rimmer

11. Jenny Hayward

12. Narelle Fasulo

13. Monique Fielder

14. Ellen Woodbridge

15. Rosalie Desmond

16. Cathy Pinchbeck

17. Juan Ambida

18. Carly Middleton

19. Mandy Depiazzi

20. Jessie Holton

21. Amity Knight

22. Tanya Bell

Would you like to purchase this set??? 

Now is the time to do so..These bundles are available during the month of MAY ONLY!

 After May ends all items will be sold seperatley..

So grab a bundle while they last!

You can check the deals out in more detail below.

Looks awesome doesn't it!

Click the picture above to start shopping for these great bundles!

If you would like to be updated on special deals, hostess codes and even at times tutorials then sign up to my monthly news letter below.

Thank you so very much for visiting my blog today..

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask in comments below.

I always reply!

Have wonderful day 😄

Dear Friend, For You - #GDP083 - #CI07

 Welocme back crafty people...

I have actually had a full day at home today....That means I got to create whoo hoo :)

You might have seen from my previous post that it is currently school holidays in the little state I live in. For me that means my children become the focus of the household...

HAPPY KIDS HAPPY MUM lol

It also works the other way too though, hahaha! 

#Birthdayblooms #Touchesoftexture #KOCreationscards #Inspiredbynature #Imbringingrakcardsback #GDP083 #CI07

Todays cards will be entered into #GDP083 and #CI07

The team from Global Design Project have given us the challenge of Sparkles/Bling while the Design Team over at Colour Inkspiration have given us a colour swatch of  *Mint Macaron, Daffodil Delight, Pink Pirouette and *Tip Top Taupe.. *Two of these colours are about to retire fro t he old catalogue,

BUT we have 5 new Incolours for us to play with coming out in the new catalogue along with heaps of other new products too!!

Here are the pics of this weeks challenges

  

I thought by putting these two challenges together I could come up with a card that was pretty and classy too. 

I chose Bling from #GDP083. So, I added a touch of gold for a gorgeous and classy finish for my card design.

Here are the cards.

Dear Friend

#Birthdayblooms #Touchesoftexture #KOCreationscards #Inspiredbynature #Imbringingrakcardsback #GDP083 #CI07

               

       

  

I thought I would have a play with our Hexagons Dynamic Textured Embossing Folder (TIEF) to get started. 

I used Tip Top Taupe and inked onto the raised side of the embossing folder..I wiped parts of it off..huffed my breath onto the ink and laid the card over the inked open folder, rubbing the card stock gently with my hand to make sure the ink and card made contact. I did this twice to give the doubled effect you can see on both cards..

For You

#Birthdayblooms #Touchesoftexture #KOCreationscards #Inspiredbynature #Imbringingrakcardsback #GDP083 #CI07

         

 What did you think??

 The stamp set I used is my all time favourite 'Touches of  Texture'. The dog wood blossoms were coloured using an aqua painter with Pink Pirouette for the flowers, I coloured the centres of the flowers using Daffodol Delight and I used Mint Macaron for the leaves. 

I inked the spritz stamp with Daffodil Delight to gove the impression of pollen in the air. The bees were the next logical step from that, appropriately theit legs are also thick with golden yellow pollen.

A picture of both cards side by side.

#Birthdayblooms #Touchesoftexture #KOCreationscards #Inspiredbynature #Imbringingrakcardsback #GDP083 #CI07

 You can see from the side by side picture that one card has been stepped up. I added more of the flowers plus more of the wire effect, I also added metallic gold thread behind the sentiment

If you would like a list of all items used, then I have added them to the carousel below for your convenience

The Hostess code for April is 7CEYPST2 

Just a little information for you 

The new catty has been released (PDF form) to us (demonstrators). 

Unfortunatley at this stage I can only show you the front of the catalogue, sorry.

But here it is

Your sneak peek of the front of the new 2017-2018 catalogue ;)

Looks pretty doesn't it :)

I can't wait for you to be able to see the goodies inside! I was just blown away by some of the new products...But I must stop or I might share something I shouldn't!

If you want to see whats inside or get your hands on some of the new products you can always join up!

If you  Join Now you can purchase the Eastern Palace suite in your starter kit straight away PLUS you get to see the new catalogue too!!!

JOIN MY TEAM

You can also purchase items from the new catalogue from the 1st of May when you join as a demonstrator.

You pay $169.00 and get $235.00 worth of products! (bundles and kits excluded)

Or just Join for the discounts and sneak peeks! lol I did :)


Lastly

If you would like to purchase anything you can find my shop here

The Hostess code for April is 7CEYPST2 

If you use this code for the month of April for any purchase you will go into the draw to win the Pretty Pocket Card Kit

BUT if you place an order to the value of $50 or more you will enter the draw to win the Nailed It Bundle!!!

But remember to be entered you must use the HOSTESS CODE 7CEYPST2 when at checkout stage of your purchases.You must RESIDE IN AUSTRALIA and you MUST enter your CONTACT DETAILS.

Thank you so very much for stopping by today, I will see you all again soon xx

R.A.K

Welcome back crafty people :)

Please note that due to school holidays here in Tasmania my posts will be a bit fewer for the next 2 weeks. I want to spend as much time as possible with my children during this time. 

But, right now 

I have something I want to share with you!

It is something close to my heart and gives me my dose of feel good too!

Random Acts Of Kindness....

I am part of a group that sends out cards made from current catalogue products to randomly selected people from a list of participating people that are also part of this fabulous group...Sound interesting??

Then you can take a look and perhaps even join HERE

This wonderful group was founded by Kylie Bertucci, who is still part of the group and an active member, as am I, plus around 500 others!!!

To be part of the group you do need to have access to Stampin' Up!'s current product, but you do not need to be a demonstrator! You could be a customer who just loves Stampin'Up! and sending smiles all around the world. There is no set limit to how many you send...It can be 1 card or 50 cards the choice is yours!

This picture below is of recent cards that I have received from all over the world over the last couple of months..

Each one has bought a a wealth of happiness and filled my heart. And also my head with fab ideas too!

#Imbringingrakcardsback #RAK #Sendingsmiles #Snailmailisthebestmail #Nobillsmorelove

The next shots are some cards that I have made and sent or are sending soon to people within the group.

#Imbringingrakcardsback #RAK #Sendingsmiles #Snailmailisthebestmail #Nobillsmorelove

I select names randomly from the month it is (example this month April) there is a list of people who have said they are be participating ... Select some names, find their address on the list and send your envelope of smiles to them

#Imbringingrakcardsback #RAK #Sendingsmiles #Snailmailisthebestmail #Nobillsmorelove

This was my last lot, sent for the month of April..
You have until a certain set date (normally close to the end of the month) to send your RAK cards.

#Imbringingrakcardsback #RAK #Sendingsmiles #Snailmailisthebestmail #Nobillsmorelove

Just a reminder, if you would like to participate then you must have access to Stampin' Up!'s current items and be willing to send cards for free just because you love the idea of making someone happy.

To Join you our group can click HERE

 I hope you enjoyed this post and the idea of the group.
Perhaps it's something you can think about starting within your own community? It doesn't have to be based around Stampin' Up, it can be just people sharing card making ideas...

Or even try a craft swap?? Share crafty ideas and smiles with other people..The possibilites are endless!

On that note I will now leave you, as I am heading out with my family. We are off to the movies to see the Smurfs  The Lost Village :)

Bye for now and look after each other xx

Crazy Crafter's Blog Hop with Billie Moan

 Welcome back crafty people :)

Today the Crazy Crafter's are hopping with the talented Billie Moan

We are all choosing a project of Billie's to CASE, Copy And Selective Edit.
I have chosen this card of Billies  to CASE.

Here is my card. I apologise for the light quality...The photo's were taken after dark, so the light is a bit harsh, very sorry.

For You

#Touchesoftexture #Bloomsandwishes #KOCreationscards #Watercolourpencils #Imbringingrakcardsback #Giftofgiving #Bees #Inspiredbynature

I chose a similar style of layout and used the same colouring tools as Billie did for her card.

I used Touches Of Texture for the images, where as Billie used Penned and Painted for hers..

I love with the whole stamp set, but the cornflower is my go to flower in a pinch and I was so very happy to learn that this was going to be a carry over set.

You can use this set in so many ways. you can water colour with it even without painting or brushes...Just by using the two step stamps and spritzing stamping and spritzing again!

It has it's very own spritz stamp for the control freaks among us (me!) who like an even spritzed effect lol. And...a cute bee plus dragon fly!!!!

And look it even has a lace effect stamp!!

Inside View

#Touchesoftexture #Bloomsandwishes #KOCreationscards #Watercolourpencils #Imbringingrakcardsback #Giftofgiving #Bees #Inspiredbynature

For the colours I chose to use the gorgeous Water Colour pencils..

Don't they have such vibrant colour!!! And you know what, you can layer those colour on top of each other!!!

The water colour pencil layers in the flowers are 

• Pacific Point 
• Bermuda Bay
• Rich Razzleberry
• Basic Grey
• Whisper White

The stems and leaves were coloured with

• Old Olive and
• Daffodil delight

And the bee's with

• Pumkin Pie
• Daffodil Delight and
• Early Esspresso
• plus Clear Wink of Stella

While I was colouring in my hubby took the children for a motor bike ride :) so I did a quick little FB Live video while I was colouring...You can see that HERE

Front View

#Touchesoftexture #Bloomsandwishes #KOCreationscards #Watercolourpencils #Imbringingrakcardsback #Giftofgiving #Bees #Inspiredbynature

The sentiment for my card is from the Blooms and Wishes Stamp set.

I added a couple of the cute little bees to help finish this card and then painted them with Clear Wink of Stella..

Thank you for stopping by my blog during this hop...Please keep moving through the hop to see even more gorgeous projects all inspired by Billie Moan unless of course I am the lucky last...In that case I hope you have enjoyed all of our creative efforts xx

If you would like a full list of the items I used to create my project then please check out the carousel below.

Don't forget to use the Hostess code for April when purchasing!
7CEYPST2 

The new catty has been released (PDF form) to us (demonstrators). 

Unfortunatley at this stage I can only show you the front of the catalogue, sorry.

But here it is

Your sneak peek of the front of the new 2017-2018 catalogue ;)

Looks pretty doesn't it :)

I can't wait for you to be able to see the goodies inside! I was just blown away by some of the new products...But I must stop or I might share something I shouldn't!

If you want to see whats inside or get your hands on some of the new products you can always join up!

If you  Join Now you can purchase the Eastern Palace suite in your starter kit straight away PLUS you get to see the new catalogue too!!!

JOIN MY TEAM

You can also purchase items from the new catalogue from the 1st of May when you join as a demonstrator.

You pay $169.00 and get $235.00 worth of products! (bundles and kits excluded)

Or just Join for the discounts and sneak peeks! lol I did :)


Lastly

If you would like to purchase anything you can find my shop here

The Hostess code for April is 7CEYPST2 

If you use this code for the month of April for any purchase you will go into the draw to win the Pretty Pocket Card Kit

BUT if you place an order to the value of $50 or more you will enter the draw to win the Nailed It Bundle!!!

But remember to be entered you must use the HOSTESS CODE 7CEYPST2 when at checkout stage of your purchases.You must RESIDE IN AUSTRALIA and you MUST enter your CONTACT DETAILS.

Thank you so very much for stopping by today, I will see you all again soon xx

Enjoy Colour - #GDP082

Welcome back crafty people.

I have a few things to share with you today. 

One is my entry into #GDP082 

This is the sketch that the design team have came up with for this weeks challenge

Before we start can I just say I am in love with colour!

I have always enjoyed using bright colours, but I have finally learnt how to put them together in a way that looks amazing. Took me long enough! (well I think it looks pretty good any way lol)

 I also adore water colouring and this particular way of adding colour to the water colour paper is just so easy and I must say FUN!

Smooshing! Have you tried it??

This is my second bit on news!

 I will be trying another FB LIVE class on Monday 17th April at 10.30am to show the Smooshing technique! Hopefully my internet connection holds! 

Can't be as bad as the last effort can it!

Already stressing! hahahaha

These cards below will be for R.A.K. (random acts of kindness) in May. These will be the last set using some of these products, as I am sure some will be retiring (sad face)

But the GREAT new is, we will have new products to play with so very soon! 

The new Catalouge products will be released For Sale on the 1st of June.

Here is the main reason for my blogs my projects lol :)

I have kept true to the sketch for this weks challenge.

ENJOY!

#Smooshingtechnique #splatter #metallicsequins #KOCreationscards #GDP082 #Imbringingrakcardsback #Labeleralphabet

The colours used are Tempting Turquoise, Daffodil Delight and Peekaboo Peach. The card base is thick Whisper White.

I splashed Whisper White and water droplets over the dried colours for the splatter effect. 

I also added white perfect accents with the backs removed as 3d water droplets.

I used a piece of the 2017-2107 in colour DSP for the side contrast and added basic black twine for an accent. 

The focal was stamped using the Labeler Alphabet. I used my aqua painter to wipe colour over the top half of label. I punched the butterflies using the bitty buttefly punch with the left over piece of coloured paper.

To finish I added a few black metallic sequins to drag the black further onto the card.

Seeing that I had coloured a whole peice of water color paper, I decided to make another card.

 I just stepped it up a little by adding the flourish from flourishing phrases and some dots of white perfect accents

ENJOY ! 

Take 2 stepped up

#Smooshingtechnique #splatter #metallicsequins #KOCreationscards #GDP082 #Imbringingrakcardsback #Labeleralphabet

I have added all of the products used to this carousel below.

The Hostess code for April is 7CEYPST2 

My last bit of new is this!

The new catty has been released (PDF form) to us (demonstrators). 

Unfortunatley at this stage I can only show you the front of the catalogue, sorry.

But here it is

Your sneak peek of the front of the new 2017-2018 catalogue ;)

Looks pretty doesn't it :)

I can't wait for you to be able to see the goodies inside! I was just blown away by some of the new products...But I must stop or I might share something I shouldn't!

If you want to see whats inside or get your hands on some of the new products you can always join up!

If you  Join Now you can purchase the Eastern Palace suite in your starter kit straight away PLUS you get to see the new catalogue too!!!

JOIN MY TEAM

You can also purchase items from the new catalogue from the 1st of May when you join as a demonstrator.

You pay $169.00 and get $235.00 worth of products! (bundles and kits excluded)

Or just Join for the discounts and sneak peeks! lol I did :)


Lastly

If you would like to purchase anything you can find my shop here

The Hostess code for April is 7CEYPST2 

If you use this code for the month of April for any purchase you will go into the draw to win the Pretty Pocket Card Kit

BUT if you place an order to the value of $50 or more you will enter the draw to win the Nailed It Bundle!!!

But remember to be entered you must use the HOSTESS CODE 7CEYPST2 when at checkout stage of your purchases.You must RESIDE IN AUSTRALIA and you MUST enter your CONTACT DETAILS.

Thanks so much for stopping by xx