Reindeer Fun for Christmas!

 

One of my favourite bundles from our current Mini Catalogue is the Reindeer Fun bundle.  Its part of the Reindeer Days suite of products.  I didnt purchase this suite initially because there were other things I wanted first, but once I saw all the amazing creations out there with this bundle I quickly added it to my "wish list".  Its super versatile and lots of fun to play with. Bonus: some of the images in the Designer Series paper also match some of the dies! 

I actually made the above card in a recent Friday Night Live video tutorial.  Friday night is our sketch night and I've been working my way through the sketches on page 16 of the current mini catalogue.  You'll see this sketch right at the bottom of those shown, and it was pretty much perfect for these dies and images. I used some of the present dies (and added some glittery bows), and then had this cute reindeer popping in to say hi through the window. I love him! 

Please note, this Reindeer bundle is on the LAST CHANCE LIST.... so if you love it I encourage you to visit the ONLINE STORE and grab it while you still can.  I've included photo images at the bottom of this post - you can click on the items you want and it will take you to the store if you wish to purchase them. 

In the meantime, if you would like to watch the video where I made this card you can watch it at the link below:

Product List

Reindeer Fun Bundle (English) [164044] $94.50	Reindeer Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [164167] $35.00	Reindeer Fun Dies [164043] $70.00
Peaceful Season Dies (English) [164020] $60.00	Festive 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [164106] $21.00	Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock [159230] $19.75
Pool Party A4 Card Stock [124391] $20.25	Blending Brushes [153611] $27.00	Take A Bow 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [164309] $21.75
Basic White A4 Cardstock [159228] $23.00	Card Stock A4 Smoky Slate [131291] $20.25	Early Espresso A4 Card Stock [121686] $20.25
Drusy Adhesive Backed Embellishments [164223] $15.75	Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad [147089] $15.75	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [150083] $15.75
Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad [147107] $15.75

Our December CraftAlong event is coming up... let's Create together!

 

Good morning friends!

With Christmas just around the corner I wanted to give you some advance notice about our next CraftAlong event.  Similar to last year I am running this live event between Christmas and the New Year.  I find that quite a few people have some "down time" at this time so its a great opportunity to Get Crafty together! Here are the details:

What: December CraftAlong Event

Theme: Window Sheet Wonders (creativing with Acetate)

When: 2pm (Sydney Time) Monday 30th December

Where: On my YouTube channel... of you can click the link below at that time. 

What do I need?  I've added some recommended supplies and measurements to the bottom of this post.  Of course I will as always be sending out Supply packs to those who ordered over $60 or more in product with me last month. But even if you don't have the supplies you can prepare the items as listed below and be ready to create together at the specified time. 

Or of course you can just watch and enjoy the process!

Here is the video link to use on the 30th at 2pm:

Supply List

I have used the Friends for Life stamp set but you can use any set with a preferred sentiment

Die cut leaves came from the Textured Floral die set (but you could substitute with any leaves)

Window Sheet (Acetate) - 4" x 8" (note measurements are in inches as the Acetate sheets are 12" x 12")

Basic White Cardstock - 8.5cm x 8.5cm (3-3/8" x 3-3/8") - Cut 4

                                    - scrap to punch circle for sentiment

Silver Foil paper - scrap to die cut leaves

Full of Life DSP - Scrap to die cut large square

Petunia Pop - Scrap to punch out circle behind sentiment

Petunia Pop inkpad

For embellishments I used the Iridescent Foil gems, and the Iridescent striped ribbon

You will find these supplies below if you wish to purchase any of them. 

Product List

Friends For Life Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [163359] $44.00	Textured Floral Dies [161231] $60.00	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183] $53.00
Full Of Life 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [163357] $21.75	2" (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch [133782] $41.00	1-3/4" (4.4 Cm) Circle Punch [119850] $41.00
Basic White A4 Cardstock [159228] $23.00	Petunia Pop Classic Stampin Pad [163811] $15.75	Window Sheets [142314] $8.75
White 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Iridescent Ribbon [161955] $15.75	Iridescent Faceted Gems [163368] $15.00

Our November CraftAlong event is live - Let's make Lattice Cards!!!

 

Hello and welcome to this month's CraftAlong tutorials! This month our theme is Lattice Cards... and Im excited to share them with you!

CraftAlong is my monthly YouTube event where we make a card together in real time.  You are very welcome to "Craftalong" with me (as the name suggests) or you can watch and maybe make up the project later. 

For those people that have placed orders of at least $60 worth of products with me in the previous month I send out a supply package containing all the pieces that you need to create the project (you just have to add inks and adhesives).  For everyone else I provide a supply list here on my blog so that you can cut up the pieces yourself as needed. 

I've been doing these CraftAlong events for a couple of years now, and I hope you look forward to them and enjoy watching. If you havent yet watched the November live event you can do so my clicking the YouTube link below:

Not only do we make up the card shown in this live video, there are also an additional four cards with tutorials available. These are automatically sent to everyone that received a supply pack, and to my INKsomniac team members. 

However if thats not you, you are very welcome to purchase them for a cost of $15aud.  I have included a Paypal button below should you wish to purchase them.  

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If you would like to see all the alternate projects for this month you can see them in the images below:

Please note that these projects feature both current and also some upcoming products from our January 2025 mini catalogue. 

I really hope you enjoy these projects this month... I'd love to know what you think?! Which one is your favourite?

Enjoy!

Linda D

Our November CraftAlong event is happening this week - Let's create Lattice Cards together!

 

Hello friends!

It's almost that time again... we'll be getting together for another CraftAlong event this coming Thursday 28th November @ 2pm (Sydney time).   You are invited to watch the free video that will be happening over on my YouTube channel.....you will find the link below. Just click on it at the specified time.  You are welcome to just watch, and craft later, or you can CraftAlong whilst I am live... both options are popular! 

To watch the video you can click here at 2pm on Thursday:

Im excited to share my Lattice Cards with you and I think you will love them!

If you placed an order over $60 with me last month (October) then you will be receiving a supply pack to make the project on the live video. However if you are not receiving a pack... dont worry! You can still create along with me... I have included a list of basic supplies below, and you are of course welcome to substitute any items you dont have. 

I hope you will love our projects this month and I am excited to create with you later this week! 

Linda D

Supply List

Product List

Citrus Blooms Bundle (English) [163295] $108.75

Mediterranean Blooms 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [163284] $21.75

Bundle - Citrus Blooms

DSP - Mediterranean Blooms

Basic White Thick Cardstock

• 29.7cm x 10.5cm 
• 3cm x 10.5cm (optional)

Basic White Cardstock

• 1cm x 21cm (Cut 6)
• Scraps to die cut circle (optional) and banner for sentiment

DSP

• 8cm x 12cm (Navy and White pattern)
• Die cut spray of oranges from dsp 

Night of Navy ink

Opal Rounds Assortment (or gems of choice)

Adhesives of choice (including dimensionals, mini dimensionals and glue dots)

Gold twine or thread

November 2024 Zoom class - Happy Hibiscus Bundle!

 

Hello Crafty Friends!

Today is the 5th November and I am excited because we have lots of brand new Online Exclusive products out  today!!!! You are welcome to shop now for your favourite items and the link to the Online Store is HERE. 

I am running a Zoom Online Class again in November!  This month we will be creating with the gorgeous new Happy Hibiscus bundle and I'd love you to join me!  You can see sneak peeks of our projects in the image above. 

The class will be held via Zoom at 2pm, November 21st (Sydney Time).  If you prefer not to watch the Zoom class, or are unable to, I will record the session and make it available via an unlisted Youtube link after our live session. 

There are 3 ways to be part of the class:

1. Purchase the Decorative Trees bundle with me and your class is free! 

2. Be part of my INKsomniacs team and register by letting me know that you wish to do the class. 

3. Purchase the Zoom class for $15aud via PayPal using the button below:

PURCHASE NOW

Once you have registered I will email you a PDF document with all the measurements to that you can cut the materials before the class if you wish.  The PDF document will also have the link to click for the Zoom session. 

Note that numbers are limited and I will close off registrations if we get close. 

You are welcome to substitute other supplies for the ones listed if you choose.  

Please understand that you will require the Happy Hibiscus bundle to make these particular cards.  I have included a link to purchase the bundle below if you wish. 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. 

Linda D

Welcome to our October CraftAlong projects - Criss-Cross Cards!

 

Hello friends and welcome to the October CraftAlong!  This month our theme is "Criss-Cross cards" - which means I have lots of fun folds for you to make this month.  I know you will love them!

You can see our main project shown above... but that doesn't really look like a Criss-Cross card does it?  That's because there is a hidden Criss-Cross pocket inside!  

You can watch the video by clicking on the YouTube link below:

This month I also have 4 alternate card designs for you and you can purchase these tutorials with the purchase link below:

I've used some new products on a couple of these too!  

If you placed an order of $60 or more with me in September you would have received a Supply pack to make up the main project as shown in the above video. But you can also purchase these tutorials by using the PayPal button below - the cost for all tutorials is $15aud and includes a step by step video for each card, PLUS measurements in both Metric and Imperial. If you are unable to use the below link please contact me HERE and we will work out something else!  You can purchase the tutorials no matter where in the world you might be located.

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Thanks for watching my video this month and I hope you love the cards!

Linda D

Our October CraftAlong is coming up this Thursday!

 

Hello friends!

Yep, thats right - we are coming up on the next CraftAlong event and I have a super cute card for you to make with me this month.  As always, everyone is invited to watch the free video that will be happening this Thursday, 31st October at 2pm (Sydney time).  You are welcome to just watch, and craft later, or you can CraftAlong whilst I am live... both options are popular! 

To watch the video you can click here at the specified time:

This month we are making "Criss-Cross cards" and Im excited to share my cards with you!

If you placed an order over $60 with me last month (September) then you will be receiving a supply pack to make the project on the live video. However if you are not receiving a pack... dont worry! You can still create along with me... I have included a list of basic supplies below, and you are of course welcome to substitute any items you dont have. 

I hope you will love our projects this month and I am excited to create with you later this week! 

Linda D

Supply List

Bundle - Winterly Tree Tops

DSP - Nests of Winter

Basic White Thick Cardstock

• 21cm x 10.5cm (Cut 2)

Garden Green Cardstock

• 10cm x 10cm
• 9.5cm x 9.5cm
• Scraps to die cut pieces for the bow (from the Peaceful Evergreens dies)

DSP

• 4.5cm x 4.5cm (Pieces with Garden Green stripes on one side - Cut 4)
• 8.5cm x 8.5cm (Piece with Birch bark on one side)
• Die cut single bird from dsp 
• Strip of Green Striped paper 6.5cm x 6mm

Festive Glimmer paper

• Garden Green - cut one 2" circle with punch
• Garden Green Strip - 3mm x 6.5cm
• Granny Applie Green - cut one 2" circle with punch

Gray Granite

• Scrap to die cut large tag from the Greetings of the Season tags

Basic White

• Scrap to die cut circle for sentiment

Garden Green ink

Earth Tone Shimmer Gems

Adhesives of choice (including dimensionals and glue dots)

I also recommend Tear and Tape (Double sided tape) for this particular project

Video Tutorial: The Northern Lights Technique!

 

In this week's Technique Tuesday video we played with a favourite technique of mine... the Northern Lights technique. This is a super fun and easy technique that anyone can do... you just need some ink colours, cardstock and blending tools such as brushes or sponges. (I've added a product list at the bottom of this post).

I made a video to show you the easy way to get started with this technique... so if you were thinking you would like to give it a go, then you might enjoy this video tutorial below:

Here are a couple more of the cards from the video:

I really hope you enjoy these cards, and have a go at this beautiful technique yourself! And if you do try it, let me know how it went! 

Enjoy

Linda D

Product List

Peaceful Evergreens Cling Stamp Set [164153] $46.00	Blending Brushes [153611] $27.00	Basic White A4 Cardstock [159228] $23.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $14.00	Uninked Stampin’ Craft Pad & Whisper White Refill [147277] $18.50	Water Painters [151298] $23.00