Home Decor SU Style Blog Hop

Hello everyone 😊
Welcome to my blog. I am hopping today with a group of Stampin' Up!® Demonstrators from around the world. We are sharing with you our ideas for Home Decor items, all created using Stampin' Up!® products.

I started with the idea of somehow using our gorgeous Copper Tea Tins that are available from our 2018/2019 Annual catalogue (page 14) and went from there.

I wanted to make a gift that could be given for any reason.
It could be a Get Well, New Home, Thinking Of You or a Birthday.

Here is what I came up with.

Tea Room Coasters

#KOCreationscards #StampinUp30 #TeaRoomSuite #HomeDecor #HomeDecorSUStyle #HandMadeGifts #LoveItChopIt #DIY

I have created a set of 6 coasters that fit perfectly inside the stunning Copper Tea Tin.
I made six so that each coaster could be reversible by having the reverse side of the DSP.

I have a few shots of some of the processes I went through to create this gorgeous little gift set.

Firstly I covered my tin.
These stunning little Tea Tins come in a box of 4 and are part of the 'Tea Room' suite (pg14)and are perfect for creating gifts.
You can see from the pictures below that I cut a strip of the 12 x 12 'Tea Room' DSP at 3-⅛" (8cm) . I applied TomBow glue to the reverse side and glued it to the copper Tea Tin one side at a time.

#KOCreationscards #StampinUp30 #TeaRoomSuite #HomeDecor #HomeDecorSUStyle #HandMadeGifts #LoveItChopIt #DIY

After I finished covering the tin, I created a label using the 'Stitched All Around' framelits and a flower stamped in 'Crushed Curry' from the 'Botanical Bliss' stamp set. I stamped the sentiment in versamark and heat embossed it with Copper embossing powder (refer pictures below) I held the label in place with dimensionals and tied 'Silver and Petal Pink Bakers Twine' from one side of the label, around the tin to the other side of the label.

#KOCreationscards #StampinUp30 #TeaRoomSuite #HomeDecor #HomeDecorSUStyle #HandMadeGifts #LoveItChopIt #DIY

Once the tin was completed I moved on to creating my coasters. This took a little more work than expected, basically because my jigsaw cutting was...well to put it bluntly CRAP! 

I had been to my local hardware store only last week and picked up some MDF packing board (for free). And purchased a new jigsaw at the same time. Now I haven't actually used a jigsaw since High School Wood/Metal shop class 😱

How hard could it be....right!

HAHAHA It turns out that it's quite difficult.  Keeping the darn thing in a straight line was near to impossible to start with. So, loads of sanding had to be done just to smooth the bumpy edges off the first couple of coaster bases.

#KOCreationscards #StampinUp30 #TeaRoomSuite #HomeDecor #HomeDecorSUStyle #HandMadeGifts #LoveItChopIt #DIY

When I had cut and sanded all 6 coasters, I applied the 'Tea Room' Specialty DSP. My coaster bases are 3.5" x 3.5" (8.8cm x 8.8cm) The DSP was cut ⅛" (3mm) larger there were 12 DSP pieces. To adhere the paper to the bases, I painted TomBow glue all over the MDF and placed my pre-cut DSP pieces over the top. When the glue had dried, I sanded the excess paper away from the edges. I then coated side edges of the MDF with Versamark Ink and Copper Embossing Powder. Once heated it gives a sweet copper finish to the coasters edges that matches the tin beautifully.

#KOCreationscards #StampinUp30 #TeaRoomSuite #HomeDecor #HomeDecorSUStyle #HandMadeGifts #LoveItChopIt #DIY

I needed to make the coasters water resistant so, I sprayed a Krylon Acrylic sealer over them. Around 10 layers was applied. I left it to dry and then did the same to the reverse side. This means that the coasters can now be wiped with a wet/damp cloth to be kept clean.

You could store the coasters in this cute tin or fill the tin up with tea bags/leaves and and be prepared for a cuppa anytime with family and friends, all while keeping your table/bench tops drip/cup mark free 😂

I do hope you have enjoyed my little home decor gift idea. There are plenty more ideas to be seen just by following the hop list below.

To continue moving through this wonderful hop please click the name directly after mine from the list below.

When shopping with me for the month of June please use the hostess code below.

 UBYDSWHR

The carousel below has listed all of the items used for my projects above.

As an added bonus you get Free with any product purchase over $50 during the month of June using the 'Sea Of Textures' and 'Abstract Impressions' Bundles.

Free with product purchase of:  $50 Au

Or

Or alternatively you can purchase this bundle separately just by clicking below.

Please add a note with your payment with the word 'JUNE' for my reference. 
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Stamping Sunday Blog Hop - Sea Of Textures

Hello everyone 😊

and

Welcome to the Stamping Sunday Blog Hop (Second Sunday) hosted by Sara Levin.

You are currently here with Kim Oliver - KO Creations Cards - Australia. I have a list of hop participants closer to the end of this post.

Today the Design Team are creating with the new suite Sea Of Textures.


Which have also been added to the Global Design challenge #143.
The theme for Global Designs challenge is Love It Live It Share It.

One of the things I love about being a Stampin' Up!® is sharing with my customers what we can create, using ingenuity and our gorgeous products.

Here are my projects I created.

Adventure Begins

#KOCreationsCards #SeaOfTextures #ArtJournal #Travelling #Gifts #Handmadegifts #Cardmaking #StampinUp30 #2018AnnulaCatalogue2019  #Adventure #Alteredartjournal #Shakerelement #Octopus #Sealife

I made a 'Shaker Card' card. I created a port window using the Layering Circle framelits and a circle of Window Sheet. All elements inside and on the card have been created using the Sea Of Textures suite. Can you see the little blue fish in the background with the octopus 😍  cute eh !?!
This card would be perfect for those starting out on a new journey in life, travelling or even a new job.
This got me thinking about life journeys and/or travelling and how a lot of us like to keep journals. Some of us even like to keep art journals.

So here is my 'Art Journal'.

Journal and Place mark

#KOCreationsCards #SeaOfTextures #ArtJournal #Travelling #Gifts #Handmadegifts #Cardmaking #StampinUp30 #2018AnnulaCatalogue2019  #Adventure #Alteredartjournal #Shakerelement #Octopus #Sealife

I also created a place mark to match, I was going to add tabs to the books pages as well, but basically, I ran out of time.

The port window on the cover is an exact replica of the one on the card front, so yes it is a shaker 😂
I decided that the net should be silver but textured. To achieve this effect I cut two net piece from Thick Whisper White and then smeared 'Silver Embossing Paste' with a 'Palette Knife' and left to dry. Once dry I chopped it randomly and glued into position on  the cover.

This journal has blank pages except one. The first page only has been stamped with memento black ink using the stamps from the 'Sea Of Textures' stamp set.

Open View of Journal and Card.

#KOCreationsCards #SeaOfTextures #ArtJournal #Travelling #Gifts #Handmadegifts #Cardmaking #StampinUp30 #2018AnnulaCatalogue2019  #Adventure #Alteredartjournal #Shakerelement #Octopus #Sealife

As you can see I even added a little pocket inside the cover to keep any little notes and/or ephemera picked up along a journey.

Journal and Card

#KOCreationsCards #SeaOfTextures #ArtJournal #Travelling #Gifts #Handmadegifts #Cardmaking #StampinUp30 #2018AnnulaCatalogue2019  #Adventure #Alteredartjournal #Shakerelement #Octopus #Sealife

Bot of my children now want Art Journals 😲
Looks like I will be busy for a while hahaha.

Thank you for joining me today. I do hope you have enjoyed my projects using the 'Sea of Textures' suite.

To continue moving through the hop please click the name directly after mine from the list below.

When shopping with me for the month of June please use the hostess code below.

 UBYDSWHR

The carousel below has listed all of the items used for my projects above.

As an added bonus you get Free with any product purchase over $50 during the month of June using the 'Sea Of Textures' and 'Abstract Impressions' Bundles.

Free with product purchase of:  $50 Au

Or

Or alternatively you can purchase this bundle separately just by clicking below.

Please add a note with your payment with the word 'JUNE' for my reference. 
I will then email you the complete tutorial bundle within 48hrs

This is TUTORIAL available for purchase world wide.

Thank you so very much for visiting today. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask in the comments section below.

I always respond to questions 😊

Stamping Sunday Blog Hop - Petal Palette

Hello everyone 😊
and
Happy Mothers day to you all.

Welcome to the Stamping Sunday Blog Hop (Second Sunday) hosted by Sara Levin.

You are currently here with Kim Oliver - KO Creations Cards - Australia. I have a list of hop participants closer to the end of this post.

I am hoping to inspire today using the Petal Palette stamp set along with the Petals and More thinlits.

But first let me introduce my MUM.

My Mum's name is Nancy.
This photo was taken during our trip to Sydney together.
I took my Mum for a short holiday when I attended the Onstage 2018 event, as neither of us had been to Sydney before. We certainly managed to pack in loads over the time we were there.
My Mum loves crafting of all types. She really just loves creating from wood craft to creamics to paper craft and even jewlery making. Mum can and will turn her hand to most crafts and is very adept at what ever she tries. She even volunteers weekly at an ageed care facility helping them with their craft days.

So, my gift to Mum this Mothers Day will be some Stampin'Up!® products plus my own hand created card and gift tag.

Here are my projects

Detailed Petals 

For MUM

Gift tag and card set

#KOCreationsCards #PetalPalette #MothersDay #Gifttag #giftset #handmadegifts #ILoveMyMum #StampinUp30 #PaperCraft #CardMaking 

I created the card first using using a mix of new and carry over products.
I didn't add a sentiment as when I actually created this card I wasn't sure what I was going to use it for.
But I think it will do nicely for my Mum.
She loves flowers and I can write a special and meaningful message inside.

Product List

• Stamps - Petal Palette.
• Thinlits - Petals and More.
• Card Stock - Thick Whisper White, Night Of Navy and Blushing Bride. 
• Designer Paper - Delightfully Detailed Laser Cut Specialty Paper.
• Inks - Blushing Bride, Night Of Navy
• Pens - Night Of Navy Stampin' Blends Marker
• Embellishments - Frames Elements, Gold Metallic Thread, *Pearl Basic Jewels (*Retiring)
• Tools - Aqua Painter, Paper Piercing Tool, Big Shot, Tag Topper Punch.
• Adhesives - Multipurpose Liquid Glue (TomBow) Mini Glue Dots, Dimensionals.

I then decided that a sweet gift tag would be nice addition for the gifts I have put away for Mum to giver her today.

Gift Tag

#KOCreationsCards #PetalPalette #MothersDay #Gifttag #giftset #handmadegifts #ILoveMyMum #StampinUp30 #PaperCraft #CardMaking 

I created the tag, so it has a blank opposite side. This means I can write something on it if required.

Here is a quick snap shot of the two items together.

#KOCreationsCards #PetalPalette #MothersDay #Gifttag #giftset #handmadegifts #ILoveMyMum #StampinUp30 #PaperCraft #CardMaking 

Don't they look great together 😍

Now all thats left to do is write on and in them and give them to Mum with her special gifts.

Happy Mothers Day Everyone.

To continue moving through the hop please click the name directly after mine from the list below.

When shopping with me for the month of MAY please use the hostess code below.

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Just by shopping with me for the MONTH OF MAY ONLY you will go into the draw to win this gorgeous Home Decor and matching Thank You card.

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The carousel below has all items used for my MOTHERS DAY PROJECT listed and is linked directly to my store for your convenience.

As an added bonus you get Free with any product purchase over $50 during the month of May this fabulous tutorial bundle using CARRY OVER products.
(Carry Over products are items that carry from one current catalogue to the next)

Free with product purchase of:  $50 AU 

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Or alternativley you can purchase this bundle separately just by clicking below.

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Thank you so very much for visiting today. I you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask in the comments section below.

I always respond to questions 😊

Stamping Sunday Blog Hop - Bird Banter

Hello everyone 😊

Welcome to the Stamping Sunday Blog Hop (Second Sunday) hosted by Sara Levin.

You are currently here with Kim Oliver - KO Creations Cards - Australia. I have the list of hop participants closer to the end of this post.

I am hoping to inspire today using the Bird Banter stamp set.
I have created a simple card along with a cute little gift box that can be used to hold many little gift items.

Here are my projects

Suspiciously Young Looking

#kocreationscards #birdbanter #watercolor #watercolour #stampinblends #birthdaycards #humourcards #birthdaygifts #handmadegifts #diygifts #boxtutorials #3ditems #giftboxes #nature #birds #boxtutorials

 I have revisited an old box design using the tag topper punch to create this sweet candle box. I altered the design to make it taller, so as to fit a larger candle.

Items Used

• Card Stock - Thick Whisper White (base), Daffodil Delight (box and card layers), Pink Pirouette and Water Colour card stock.
• Stamp Set - Bird Banter.
• Stitched Shapes framelits.
• Powder Pink Shimmer ribbon.
• Ink Pads - Pink Pirouette, Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise and Archival Black.
• Stampin' Blends - Light  Pink Pirouette, Light Gray, Light Bermuda Bay and Light Daffodil Delight.

Card and Box top view

#kocreationscards #birdbanter #watercolor #watercolour #stampinblends #birthdaycards #humourcards #birthdaygifts #handmadegifts #diygifts #boxtutorials #3ditems #giftboxes #nature #birds #boxtutorials

Tutorial for Tag Topper Box

1. Place card stock into stampin' Trimmer landscape orientation and cut at 23cm turn to portrait and cut at 15cm.
2. Put back in trimmer landscape orientation and score @3cm, 8cm,13cm and18cm turn to portrait orientation and score @ 5cm and 10cm.
3. Cut away shaded areas to resemble diagram 3 (below). Mitre two back flaps on the inside and 2nd flap in on the left side
4. Slide the top 3cm flap into the tag topper (wriggle it) all the way back to the stopper guide. Punch. Repeat with the side 3cm tags till all are done.
5. Add glue to outside bottom flaps and hold into position.
6. Fold flaps below tag topped flaps inwards and add glue. Hold into position.

 Refer to numbered diagrams below for more visual instructions     

   

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#kocreationscards #birdbanter #watercolor #watercolour #stampinblends #birthdaycards #humourcards #birthdaygifts #handmadegifts #diygifts #boxtutorials #3ditems #giftboxes #nature #birds #boxtutorials

I hope these simple instructions will aid you in creating your own cute boxes for those small gift items.

Open view of box

#kocreationscards #birdbanter #watercolor #watercolour #stampinblends #birthdaycards #humourcards #birthdaygifts #handmadegifts #diygifts #boxtutorials #3ditems #giftboxes #nature #wildlife #birds #boxtutorials

I do hope you have enjoyed my projects today.

To continue moving through the hop please click the name directly after mine from the list below.

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 Hostess Codes and TUTORIALS.

When shopping with me for the month of APRIL please use the hostess code below.

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As an added bonus you get Free with any product purchase of $50 during the month of APRIL is this fabulous tutorial bundle using the Myths and Magic suite PLUS the True Gentleman suite.

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Or 

You can purchase this bundle separately just by clicking below.

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I appreciate every comment made and I always respond to a question 😊