More Snome Time

Hi Everyone, today I am sharing some more of my makes using one of Craft Consortium's latest collections by Helz Cuppleditch - It’s Snome Time. I had a lot of fun making some Christmas decor using this collection.

I made this small chest of drawers which could contain sweeties or a gift or could even be further extended into an Advent Calendar using Tonic Studios - A Little Something Gift Box.

My drawer handles and feet are all made from small wooden beads, covered in Gilding Wax and secured in place with a little twine threaded through the bead and papers, gluing in place.

Using the 3D Decoupage sheets I added my Easel card onto the top of my chest. Glass Glitter, Extra fine Glitter, Faux Snow and Nuvo Crystal Drops were all added for an extra chilly feel.

The sides of my box had some toppers added onto the papers.

My baubles have also been made using the 3D Decoupage sheets and papers. You will notice I have also added extra snow and glitter to these with a sprinkling of Frantage in the background for snow falling.

I made some gift boxes with my scoreboard to compliment them. Adding a stamped sentiment and diecut snowflake.

A small snowflake charm added onto my ribbon for an extra touch of luxury and detail.

Why not join us over at Craft Consortium Network on Facebook and share your crafty makes with us or get inspired at all the inspiration using Craft Consortium Products. You will also find us at #ccmakes and #craftconsortium on Instagram where you can share your makes with us.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and if you would like any of the products I have used today you will find them at Craft Consortium or many local craft shops.

Crafty Hugs,

Julie x

It’s Snome Time

Hi everyone, we are all very excited at Craft Consortium to be launching a stunning new collection by the super talented Helz Cuppleditch called It's Snome Time. You will be able to see this collection on Create and Craft TV on Wednesday 21st August at 4pm UK time and also catch up on this programme on Create and Craft's website if you miss it. As for stockist you can purchase from Create and Craft, Craft Consortium and most leading craft  shops. 

This colourful collection comes with a 12x12 paper pad, stamps, 3D Decoupage, metal charms and gorgeous colourful pearls and all compliment each other so well when creating.

Here is my 8 x 8 card I have made using a selection of the 3D Decoupage characters to create my scene, aren’t they so cute.

Enjoy the photos. 

My matching Gift Card Box was made using the scraps of paper left from my card and the Topper from my Decoupage sheets. I made this on my Scorpal Board so it fitted my card perfectly.

My crackers have been made with the beautiful selection of papers in the pad and the help of my Tonic Studios Cracker Die.

I have had so much fun creating cards, 3D projects and home decor with this pad and look forward to sharing them all with you.

Thanks for stopping by today and please do check out Craft Consortium and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for regular inspiration and giveaways. 

Crafty Hugs, 
Julie x

Tonic Studios - Concertina Dies

Hi everyone, I can finally share some amazing news with you all. I was recently contacted by Tonic Studios asking if I would like to share some inspiration using their newly launched Concertina dies, so of course I said YES.

These will be released on Create and Craft  today (Monday the 24th) at 10am and 3pm or alternatively at Create and Craft's website on catch up TV. I had so much fun with these Dies and can see a lot of potential in 3D designs with them.

This is the first of my makes which also uses Tonic Craft Perfect paper.

My second project I have made a small memory box, ideal for filing photographs or ephemera in.

My third project is a letter/memo rack using Craft Consortiums Herbarium and Wood Effects Papers. I remember my gran having a letter rack made of wood similar to this in design which gave me the idea to making this using the Concertina die.

Please do check out Tonic Studios on Facebook and Instagram to see all the inspiration from the team using these Dies.

Crafty Hugs, 

Julie x

Craft Consortium Essential Paper Pads Launch

Hi everyone, we are all excited at Craft Consortium today to be launching another new 4 paper pads in the Essentials range which will be shown on Create and Craft this morning at 10am, but don’t worry if you miss the show as you can always get it on catch up via Create and Craft's website.

For my Design Team post I am sharing some inspiration using the fabulous Metal Textures papers and with Fathers Day fast approaching I though it would be nice to share a masculine project with them.

As you can see I have coordinated my card and Hamper box together to make a complete gift that sweeties can be placed into.

My card has strips of Metal Textures papers added with foam strips for extra dimension. My image comes from the Vintage Emporium Pad which was launched with the previous collection of Essential pads.

My rusty cogs are also cut from the Metal Textures pad and a little Gilding Wax lightly rubbed over them, mounting onto black card to give depth.

My hamper box was made using a Tonic Studios die which I cut out from a cereal packet for the base and sides and lining with my papers. You will notice I glued a few layers of cereal box to the sides to give extra support to my box so I didn’t need to use the diecut supports. My lid was just cut from the papers.

To finish my box I added metal embellishments which gives the illusion in fooling the eye that the papers are metal. My handle was made by gluing a couple of layers of cereal box together and wrapping with string, gluing in place and finishing with some screw brads on it.

Here is also a peak of the four new pads that have been launched.

 This is the Metal Textures Pad.

Here is the Grunge - Dark Tones Pad.

This is the Tropical Paradise Pad.

And finally the Grunge - Light Tones Pad.

Which one is your favourite?

Thanks so much for stopping by today to see my post, I really do appreciate it.

Crafty Hugs, 

Julie x

Craft Consortium Products Used -

Vintage Emporium Paper Pad

Metal Textures Paper Pad

Always and Forever Collection Vintage Metal Keys

Always and Forever Collection Vintage Metal Lock Charm

Gift for Dad

Hi everyone, today I am sharing with you all a box I made using the Tonic Dimensions Octagon Box and golfing themed Dies.

My dad loves playing Golf so I decided to make him a box with a golfing theme. He was delighted with his gift and the sweeties he found inside the box and it is now used to hide his secret stash of sweets or nuts from my mum !

I added some ink onto the edge of my Golf Balls and shaped them with a slight curve in my hand. I added Silicone Glue into the centre of the balls and some glue around the edges. This helped give a bevelled effect on them.

My golf tees have two layers glued together to also add more dimension.

My golf bag was cut out of textured paper and inked to give a leather effect adding my golf clubs cut from silver satin card.

I always like to decorate my boxes on the inside and underneath for a perfect finishing touch.

Hope you have a lovely creative week.

Julie x

To Mum on Mother’s Day

Hi everyone, today I am sharing a box I made for my mum on Mother’s Day using Tonic Studios and Cheery Lynn Dies and of course the beautiful Maja Design Papers.

The photo is of my mum, which she thinks was taken in her early twenties with her first Toy Poodle called Nikki. Doesn’t she look glamorous.

My flowers have all been handmade using my Dies and inks adding stamens into the centres.

Some photos for you to enjoy.

Products used from

Tonic Studios - Box Dies

Maja Designs - Papers

Thankyou so much for stopping by.

Crafty Hugs, 

Julie x