Beautiful Best Thoughts and the Gift Bag Punch Board

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using products from the new Stampin' Up!® Annual Catalogue. Simply use the buttons at the end of

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I decided to fuse together a new stamp set and punch board to create an elegant gift bag.

I made a large gift bag using a piece of 12x12 paper. Due to not having the new DSP yet I used some of the new envelope paper. This bag is holding a small bottle of wine fine strength wise. Using the Best Thoughts stamp set I used the flower stamp on water colour paper and aqua painted 6 images and used 3 to decoupage the other 3 to give a 3d effect. I used a ripped piece of Typeset DSP which I'm thrilled have survived the retirement list. 

I used 3 of the new "in colors" Watermelon Wonder, Delightful Dijon and Mint Macaron

which are just beautiful to use.

There is also a very cute Butterfly mid flight stamp which I embossed in black and coloured using the Stampin Write markers. Then using the oval punch I created a couple of little tags which I attached with an antique brad. 

I then also embossed the "you're in my thoughts" sentiment stamp from the box set and punched this out using the note tag punch. After accessorising with some organza ribbon as a handle I was done and ready for photos. So between gusts of wind, dogs, children and the phone I finally managed to get the shots I needed whilst it was still daytime.

Below is a list of supplies used...

Brand new!!!...... Best Thoughts Stamp set. Clear 138700 £9.00 (hostess set)

Brand New!!!...... Envelope Paper In Colors. 138312 £5.50

Brand new Ink pads!!!.....Mint Macaron 138326 £6.00, Watermelon Wonder 138323 £6.00, Delightful Dijon 138327 £6.00.

Typeset DSP 133704 £11.75

Whisper White Card Stock 106549 £7.25

Antique Brads 117273 £5.50

Organza Ribbon 114319 £5.50

Black Embossing powder 109133 £4.50

Thanks for stopping by.....really hope you have a great weekend and enjoy looking at all the other Pinkies projects xx

Yvonne xx

The Perfect Blend has retired.....weep!! :(

Hi all,
I'm sad to announce that my favourite stamp set, Perfect Blend has gone into retirement. The good news is that its now on sale....grab it while you can, honestly its so much fun. I made a lovely little set of notelets earlier last week and cant help but share them..... What made this project fun is that i used scraps of designer series paper so it felt like a recycles project!! Never throw away your scraps guys!!!

Its always a little sad when as a demonstrator our favourites retire. However its soon eclipsed by the excitement of the new products to come and boy are there some STUNNING new stamps, project kits, papers, punches....wow the list could go on. The catalogue is available to view for all on the 2nd June and im busily planning my launch party for the 6th. Its going to be special...with games, prizes, free gifts offers and more!! My customers are going to be spoilt!! As they should be, its lovely to show our customers how much we appreciate their custom.

I thought i might give you a little taster though and reveal to you the new In Colours for 2015/2016...

they are so lovely!!!

They are..... Mint Macaron, Tip Top Taupe, Watermelon Wonder, Cucumber Crush and Delightful Dijon. I just cant wait to get them and have a play!! You'll notice looking carefully there are some of the new products used in this photograph!! Spoiler alert!!

It may seem AGES till 2nd June but why not have a look at the amazing deals in our retiring list sale?? There truly are some fab bargains to be had.

Find below some of the base products i used for the notelets.....i bought a lovely little tin to put them in which i also decorated. Click on the items to buy or just head over to my online shop to check out the sale.

And don't forget, weekly deals are out today too...

Have a lovely evening all,

Blog soon

Yvonne xx

Perfect Blend - 130745

Price: £12.95

Crumb Cake Note Cards & Envelopes - 133766

Price: £5.50

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad - 132708

Price: £5.50

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad - 133642

Price: £4.95

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad - 131173

Price: £4.95

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad - 131171

Price: £4.95

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad - 126944

Price: £4.95

Wonderful Waterfalls.

Hi all,

Today I've been having a blast creating some birthday and new baby cards using scored card to create a waterfall type effect

This is one of the birthday ones and i just loved using the Birthday Bash speciality designer series paper. Its so bright and refreshing. And Yay, it hasn't retired so its still available.....might have to get me some more!!!

The next ones were for a new baby, both unisex yet super cute. This stamp set is my favourite new baby set so far. I find it so simple yet totally versatile! Its called little sunshine and co ordinates (clever Stampin' up....would expect nothing less!!!) perfectly with the sweet dreams designer series paper and buttons. It seems an age ago that i held my youngest son in my arms....and id have loved to get creative with baby announcements and thank yous!! Oh well.....maybe when i'm a grandma....in years and years and years!!

My final play was this unisex birthday card with a bit of glitz. The glimmer paper sure stands out and gives it a Hollywood feel. I'm really sad to see this paper on the retired list :( But never fear....Stampin' up will always come back with new products to adore even more and i'm totally excited to discover whats in the new annual 2015/2016 catalogue. Which us demos get a sneaky look at tomorrow!!!! Yippee.

For you guys though, there's a little bit longer to wait. But remember the old saying....."the best things......" 

Please do leave me a comment if you would like to give me some feedback or show me your work. Stampin' up crafting is sharing remember!

Awesome.

Birthday Bash Specialty Designer Series Paper - 137783

Price: £11.50

Tangelo Twist A4 Cardstock - 133684

Price: £6.25

Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents - 119246

Price: £4.50

Little Sunshine Clear Stamp Set - 138580

Price: £14.95

Sweet Dreams Designer Buttons - 137857

Price: £5.50

Sweet Dreams Designer Series Paper - 137782

Price: £9.95

Gold Glimmer Paper - 133719

Price: £4.50

2-3/8 Inch Scallop Circle Punch - 118874

Price: £15.50

Here's a little list of the gorgeous products i used and i hope i may have inspired you to have a go...i'd be more than happy to help you. Alternatively why not join my card craft class on the 30th may. Booking essential. This is just one of 4 cards we'll be making. 

See flyer below.

Well thats it from me,

thanks for stopping by,

Blog soon,

Yvonne xx

Ive been privileged to support MIND today!

Hi all, 

Just wanted to share a little of my day with you. Today i exhibited and sponsored a wedding and gift fair in aid of MIND the mental health charity. Its a charity close to my heart as I've worked within Mental Health for 16ish years and am a sufferer of depression myself.

It was lovely to meet so many couples planning their special day and share inspirations and ideas with them.

Im hopeful that some of them will consider making their own wedding products as i confidently told them and demonstrated how easy AND super economical it can be. Im so confident in stamping up products that they are a pleasure to recommend. It would be awesome to hear from some of them again maybe...... and maybe even support them with tuition and advice. Now thats something you don't get buying products from a shop! Love the relationship you can build with customers....i've made some very lovely friends through it!! Below is a few pics of my stall today and a couple of unflattering ones of me in the flow!! lol

Im really hoping that some more charity events come my way. I love the sense of purpose it brings!! Ive recently done Rainbows Africa and Tearfund and thoroughly enjoyed them both...... and lets hope the monies they raised make a difference xxx

As always thank you for stopping by!

Blog Soon

Yvonne xx

Please have a look at my Facebook page The Paper Haven and give me a like!!

Ever grateful xx

Baby, baby!!

Hi all,

Thank you for dropping by today. I've had such a busy week and at the weekend attended a training event in Birmingham where we shared some beautiful ideas and created some gorgeous projects all whilst learning something new and enjoying each others company. I had a wonderful time.

As part of the gathering we take along 5 projects we've recently made to inspire, challenge and share with each other. I'm going to show one of mine today which i really enjoyed making. Its so cute......and i LOVE cute!!

Its a sturdy little keepsake box with a covered window full of little thank you cards for new parents to give to loved ones. I think its a really sweet gift to give when a baby is born and super useful. The box can them be used to store cute keepsakes. There is something really lovely about creating a gift for someone from start to finish.... id be overjoyed to receive something similar....although not for a new baby, that ship has well and truly sailed!!!

So... what do you think?

Below is a list of the products i used for my project and by clicking on them you'll be taken to my online shop to browse or purchase if you feel you'd like a go!

Don't forget to get in touch if you need any advice or ant to share your products with me....that's the best part of creating.....the sharing!

Next week i'll be immersing myself in the world of weddings as i prepare to exhibit at a wedding fair in aid of MIND. I'll be back with some of my examples soon.....then we can indulge our romantic side together!!

Take care and as always huge thanks for joining me!!

Blog soon

Yvonne xx

A little pic of some of my lovely teammates from around the UK..... fancy joining? Message me!!

We welcome hobby demos...... the more the merrier!!

Kraft 12" X 12" Card Stock - 133674

Price: £5.50

Baby Bumblebee Wood Stamp - 137153

Price: £6.95

Hexagon Punch - 130919

Price: £14.25

Honeycomb Textured Impressions Embossing Folder - 129378

Price: £7.50

Aqua Painter - 103954

Price: £12.95

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad - 126944

Price: £4.95

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad - 131171

Price: £4.95

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad - 132708

Price: £5.50

Little Sunshine Clear Stamp Set - 138580

Price: £14.95

Sweet Dreams Designer Series Paper - 137782

Price: £9.95