'Yes Boss' Layout By AK

Hello scrappers, happy Monday. I'm back to share more projects with you girls. This week I've created a layout using my Dec kit. Instead of the usual, I've decided to play with a Paper kit that's available in store. Some of you might have seen a kit before and perhaps thought it would limit your creativeness. Rest assured it wont! lol. I'm about to show you this coming weeks with more crafty projects coming your way.

For this layout i used a white cardstock for the base and built my page by layering few pieces of pattern papers. I misted the background using sequin waste as masks and Tattered Angel spray mists. The paper flowers is created using a 1' circle punch. Let me know if you're interested to know how i did that, i'll post a tutorial should there be demand. Lastly i journal a short story along the edges of the large square paper.

Material lists: My Minds Eye-Love Me Do Paper Kit, Brads, Tattered Angel Mists, Glossy Accents, Circle Puncher and Making Memory Letter Stickers.

Hero Arts Latest Arrival!!!!

Be still my heart as i almost fainted looking at Hero Arts latest arrival in store today!!! I wanted to have them all for myself and yes create more holes in my wallet! lol. Fret not, still plenty more for you to grab but i have to warn you..HURRY!!!! 

The collection consists of Cling Stamps, Clear Stamps, Hero Arts-Basic Grey and Hero Arts-Sizzix. I'll let the photo's do the talking..:)))

We are planning for a make and take session using Hero Arts 2012 Collection. More details will be posted soon. Do check us out! :)

ATC ( Artist Trading Cards )

Happy tUeSdAy everyone..

For this week, I would like to share few of the ATCs that I made incorporating papers from my DT kit. You might be wondering where the papers are..ha haaah. You will only find them on the titles of the ATC. So its just a small fussy cut huh..of  MME's State of The Heart. Don't fret because I'm in the midst of  preparing something..hopefully BIG next week..stay tuned.

The techniques used are mainly applying  texture paste for the first layer and then rubbing chalk paints. I like how the colours blend and dance on the craft paper.

The ATCs are then given a coat of  Mod Podge as sealer. If you love paints like I do...check out the new paint sets and cool tools by Martha Stewart that just arrived. Thanks Martha for making my painting journey a bLiSs :))

Introducing Martha Stewart Paint Program

Woohoo!  I'm doing the cartwheels right now (almost literally,if not).  Here's the Martha Stewart Paint Program as promised.  Launched in Michael's (U.S.) just couple of months back, now available at Papier in its entire range (well, almost).  Available in Satin, Pearl, Metallic, Glitter, Gloss & Glow in the dark finish complete withprimers as well as sealers, finish & tools to work with.  Whether you like to have that smooth finish with a fine weather crackle effect, frost etching, chalkboard, metal or magnetic finish, and even a medium to work with fabric, and more, there are more than 150 colours & shades to choose from.  Suitable for papercrafting, altered projects & home decor. 

Here's a sneak of what's in store...

Whilst in store, don't forget to check out our new classes using these brand new paints from Martha Stewart Paint program.

Have fun!  I'm already thinking abt stencilling my kids' bedroom with the beautiful motifs & glow in the dark paints or should I go with the pretty pearl finishing...

Macy :o)

Instructor Call OUT!

Heylo,

Here's some food for thought!  We're looking for craft instructors, part-time or full-time.  If you're creative, have a passion for designing, experimenting & simply just crafting, love to meet people, and have a knack for teaching, with a little spare time, drop us a line at kartzplus@yahoo.com and send us a simple portfolio/profile of what you love and what you do.  Otherwise, bring your portfolio and make an appointment to see Amelia or myself. 

See ya!

Macy :o)

20 Ideas to Celebrate! by Natali Ivanova

Hello folks!

Here's a beautiful festive trio designed by Natali Ivanova.  A perfect Christmas trio especially if you're planning for a Christmas party complete with a card/invitation, a gift pack & a candy bag for the kiddos.  Enjoy!  Oh!  There's also a bonus project .. a classic Christmas greeting.  'tis the season to be jolly...tra la la la.....

 A really happy colour-RED so befitting of the joyous season

 Lovely die cut window box with diecut swirls and embellies that dress up the box just nicely

 Great idea to use the window diecut (out) portion from box above to complete a pretty candy bag.

Perfect for the little guests

Classic Christmas greeting/invitation.  Remembering the ole spirit of the season!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Thank you Natali for the beautiful projects and the bonus projects too!

Till our next post...

Macy :o)

20 Ideas to Celebrate!

Ho ho ho...

Pardon for the slight delay in posting.  Here's some quick greetings I made for some special someone(s).  Using the latest MME Lost & Found 2 papers & diecuts, Prima flowers and MM embellies from my stash, these were easy to work with and gave me that sparkling effect I so love for Christmas.  I borrowed the pop up idea from Jaz's class before and here's my simple card series. 

ok, these lil cards turned up slightly bulky so I gave them away in a nice lil box with a little goodie.  Pardon my rusty fingers but I had much fun making these.  I hope you will too, as this is the season for giving and what is more special than giving away something handmade, precious from the heart!

Happy holidays!

..nothing gives me more joy, than when my lil girls say "nite nite Mommy, I love you"... even after having gone through a not so peaceful day (u can imagine what goes on in a household with a 3yr old, 2 yr old and 6 mths old)...
yet, continue to create, enjoy & be free!
Macy :o)

Money Holder and December Classes With Liza Yahya

Hey all,

Take a look at the Money holder that I made using a combination of the Webster's pages Christmas Come On In and My Minds Eye Lost and Found papers. I made a simple envelope with the MME paper.

I chose my favourite door and cut out the architrave as well as the door leaf ( leave left side uncut ) . Scored the left side of the door and left the door open to show "to" and "from" tag.

The center stage flower is made by crinkling a red organza and gluing it at the back of the polka dot flower.

And owh.. please don't forget to enroll for December's Mini Album Class - " A True Story ". It's a fun album using Pink Paislee's Daily Junque papers. Learn about layerings and making pockets and special folds and case binding. " True Story " Workshop 1 will take place on Thursday 1st December at 4:00 pm. That's this Thursday..come join the fun :))))

Another workshop that I have specially prepared for kids during this holiday is an accordian mini album inspired by Jaz Lee canopies :) - " Best Buds ". Hurry moms..enroll your children in this workshop and hit the spa or get a hairdo after sending them :))) The 1st Class for "Best Buds " starts Friday 9th December 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. If you can't make it on this date, do contact Papier for another time okay.

Lovin those owls...woot woot!!

Mini Tag Album

Currently i am all about tags and pockets. Anything and everything i created recently will incorporate this two elements. With the remaining papers from Webster Pages i created this Mini Tag Album. The size is 4'x4' and using my Sizzix Tag dies i cut out my photos and tags. 

The pockets is easy to create, basically i just glue the side and bottom part of the borders. I find embellishing a small mini to be the fun part because it doesn't take a lot. A stickers, buttons and lace is all i need. Those Melissa Frances tags is too gorgeous to ignore! lol.

Have a good week everyone and don't forget to check our up coming classes! :)))

20 Ideas to Celebrate! by Shafinaz

Hello all,

Its another of our guest artist posts again... by Shafinaz.  Here're two beautifully altered projects by Shafinaz.  These will make beautiful festive gifts for that special someone.  Love the idea of the jewellery box that will sit perfectly on the dresser all year long.  Two thumbs up for Shafinaz!

 

A beautiful blend of mediums, printed papers, Prima & Melissa Frances embellies and Tim Holtz accents.

Live, love, laugh

Macy