Beautiful Girl

Good Afternoon,

Just a quick post to share my latest layout I have created for Funky Flairs 'N' Flowers.

On this layout I've used a Funky Calico Flower with a flair from the 'Love' range.

This was a fun layout to create - I'm loving this new range of papers from Kaisercraft, and the Calico Flower with this flair matched perfectly.  And who wouldn't love scrapping this gorgeous little girl (my niece).

Funky Flairs 'N' Flowers - Love Range of Flairs;

Thanks for stopping by.

Hugs Honor xo

Funky Flairs 'N' Flowers

Happy Monday everyone !!

I'm very excited to announce that I have been invited to be a part of the Design Team for Funky Flairs 'N' Flowers.  Thanks Eve for this awesome opportunity !!

You'll find Eve and her store here at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Funky-Flairs-N-Flowers/424122964397124

Here is my first creation for the Design Team.  I've used the pointing hand flair from the Steampunk collection, and a beautiful teal feather from a collection that is soon to be released, on a recent Project Life layout I did of my eldest son (he's now 15!!).

Steampunk collection;

And here is my Project Life layout;

I'd also like to introduce you to the other members of this awesome DT.

Michelle Sheehan - http://michelles-scrappy-smashy-place.blogspot.com.au/
Karen McLaughlin - http://karenskraftkorners.blogspot.com.au/
Annette Steeden Stapylton - http://annetteshobbyrosettes.blogspot.com.au/

Thanks for stopping by.  I'm looking forward to bringing you my next layout for the Funky Flairs 'N' Flowers DT.

Hugs Honor x

D-Lish Scraps July Challenge

Hi peeps !!

Just a quick post to share my entry into the D-Lish Scraps July Moodboard Challenge.

This was one challenge that I couldn't possibly resist ..... kraft cardstock and the colour red!!!!  Two of my fav things to scrap with.

Check out the moodboard challenge here ...... you've only got a couple of days to enter, so get cracking and I look forward to seeing your entries.

Here is mine;

Thanks for stopping by.

Hugs, Honor xo

A Different Kind of Blog Hop

Hi everyone,

A couple of weeks ago, I was approached by the beautiful Marelle, and asked to take part in a different kind of blog hop.  Of course I said yes !!  It's not your normal blog hop, but one where you get to share a little about yourself and meet some new scrappers that you might not already know.

I first met Marelle when we worked together on the Molossi Design Team.  And who would've know that we only live 20 minutes from each other lol !!!  Marelle is a gorgeous lady, lots of fun and a constant inspiration to my scrapping.  Thanks Marelle for inviting me to take part.  Check out Marelle's blog here .... http://undermycreativeumbrella.blogspot.com.au/

Here's a little more about me;

1.  What am I working on right now??

I am currently working on a layout for the D-Lish Scraps monthly challenge.  I couldn't resist this challenge, as it includes two of my favourite colours .... kraft cardstock and red!! 
I've also just finished a few layouts for D-Lish Scraps 5th Birthday Cyber Crop, which was so much fun.

2.  How long does it take to create a layout??

Hmmmm, every layout is totally different for me.  Sometimes an idea will come quickly, and I could whip up a layout in under an hour.  However, a lot of the time, I stress over what I'm going to create and it can take hours.  I shuffle papers from one side of the desk to another, and a lot of the time, I come back to the original concept lol !!

3.  What are my favourite things to create with?

That's easy !!   Heidi Swapp and My Mind's Eye .... they would have to be two of my most favourite ranges at the moment. 

4.  What inspires me?

I'm inspired by so many things.  I love to hop around blog sites to see what everyone is up to.  I also love to follow challenges as they certainly help kick off the creative process in my mind. 
I have my own little craft room now, and it's great to put the kids to bed and hide away and craft the night away.  I put on a movie, and I'm set for the night!!  Here's a of pic of my craft space.

5.  What is my signature style?

This is a hard question, but I think my style is fairly neat and tidy.  I don't do a lot of "messy" backgrounds, although I am starting to push myself to try new things, and using sprays, texture pastes, etc. is something I'd like to do.   I have also spent a lot of time recently making cards, so I enjoy both cards & layouts and switch between the both quite regularly.
My other favourite style is Project Life pocket style albums, and this allows me to have uniformity in my albums, but embellished as much or as little as I choose.

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Below are the next two ladies that are going to follow me in the Blog Hop, with their posts going up on their blogs shortly.


Dana Tatar ..... http://datatar.blogspot.com.au/

I met Dana through the Molossi Design Team, and really love Dana's style and creativity.  I love seeing her work, and you can check it out on her blog too.  Thanks for playing along Dana :)


Michelle Sheehan ...... http://michelles-scrappy-smashy-place.blogspot.com.au/

I've only just recently met Michelle, and we'll be working together soon ...... shhh, secret scrappy business !!!!  As I've just started following Michelle's blog, I'm enjoying getting to know her style and can't wait to be inspired by her creations.  Thanks to you also Michelle for playing along.

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Well, thanks everyone for stopping by and taking the time to read a little more about me.  I'm looking forward to blog hopping along with everyone else, and learning more about you all.

Cheers, Honor xo

D-Lish Scraps Challenge #1

Good Afternoon everyone,

I didn't think I'd get another chance to join in the D-Lish Scraps Birthday Cyber Crop, but YAY!! I found some time this afternoon.

My son and I saw a local production of Mother Goose this morning, and he had such a great time.  I think he's finally feeling a little worn out these holidays, and he's having some quiet time while I have a chance to "play".

Thanks Tarrah for this challenge, it was lots of fun.

 

Thanks for stopping by,

Honor x

Another Layout for D-Lish Cyber Crop

Good morning everyone,

Just a quick post this morning before I take my little man to the movies to see How To Train Your Dragon 2.  It's a rainy day here today, so perfect for some inside fun.

Here is my take on Ros' challenge #6 over at D-Lish Scraps for their 5th Birthday Cyber Crop.  This one was fun to do - I think the hardest part was choosing which Bingo line I wanted to use.  If you'd like to play along, head over to their blog now and see what inspires you.

Unfortunately I don't have any D-Lish products as yet, but I'm sure I'll be making my very first order soon !!

Sorry for the photo, it's very dull here today and hard to get a good pic.

The Bingo line I chose was metal charm, tag, flowers, flairs and banner.

Thanks for stopping by.

Cheers,
Honor x

D-Lish Scraps 5th Birthday Bonanza Cyber Crop

Hi everyone,

Although I've had a very busy weekend with the family, it's been fun to pop in and see what everyone's been up to over at D-Lish Scraps.  It's their 5th birthday, and they've been celebrating with a Bonanza Cyber Crop. 

I finally found some time this afternoon to play along with their Challenge set by Leanne, and I had such a great time creating.  It's been quite a while since I've done a layout, so that was a challenge in itself.  But following Leanne's recipe was a great way to get back into the swing.

Here is my layout;

I hope you like it.  Thanks for stopping by.

Cheers,
Honor

USING YOUR LEFTOVERS

Hi,

  It's Honor here, and today I want to show you some ways to use your left overs or scraps of paper, allowing you to get the most use out of your gorgeous papers.   I had a lot of scrap pieces of Kaisercraft's Base Coat range.  I love this range so much, that I couldn't bring myself to throw away any of the scraps !!   I decided to make a few gift tags using the left over pieces, and by adding a few flowers, and some embellishments, I now have gift cards ready for anytime I might need one.  

Even after making these gift tags, I had more left over scraps, so I decorated this Kraft gift bag as well.  There's always plenty of things you can do with your scraps - what do you like to do with yours??

All the products I've used can be found in Molossi's online store.

Kaisercraft 

 

       Manorhouse Flowers

Flourish With A Bling

Kraft Bags

Manorhouse Flowers - Shimmers

Thanks for stopping by,

Honor xo

MOLOSSI MOOD BOARD CHALLENGE

Good Afternoon everyone,

 

Wow, it's cold here today .... bbrrrrr.  It's a great day to scrap and blog. 

 

So, last week we introduced Molossi's new Mood Board Challenge for the month of May, and I'm here today to share my interpretation with you all.

 

Firstly, here is the mood board ....

 

And, here is my interpretation card ....

 

 

We'd really love you all to play along, so hop over to Molossi's blog, get all the information you need, and use the "linky" to upload your creations.  There are some great prizes up for grabs too!!!

 

Thanks for stopping by today, and hoping you can keep warm !!

 

Honor xo

IT'S HERE, IT'S HERE !!!!

Today is a big day over at Molossi. As you would have seen around, there has been some teasing, and today is the day we share with you both good and sad news.  

On behalf of everyone at Molossi we would like to thank the outgoing Chipboard team for their support, creativity and friendship. Thank you so much Leanne, Gail and Joanne, for your inspiration and creativity. We hope you have been inspired by these fabulous ladies, they have created some amazing projects using Molossi products and will be greatly missed. We wish them all the best their future creative endeavours.
Now no more teasing, no more sneaks...... time to share with you Molossi's first ever Mood Board Challenge.

 

  

A challenge is valid from the 1st of the month with some criteria and the entries are due the last day of the month being the 31st of May 2014.

 

ANYONE CAN ENTER:

 

We accept scrapbook pages/layouts & canvases.  We also accept art journal double spread pages or single Art Journal pages, along with Cards and Off the Page creations.

 

We do not accept digital entries, ATCs, or tags.

 

Please create unique entries for our Molossi Mood Board challenge. They must not be submitted for any other online challenges, and they are not to be combined with other challenges.

 

You need to be a blog owner to play  (so you can link up to your blog).

Please don't link up to galleries as often this is problem for our design team. We are not members of the same gallery & therefore cannot gain access easily, and leave you comments.

 

Please do not link to your entire blog as this makes it difficult to find your post & therefore could result in us being unable to comment on or judge your entry.

 

Then add your NAME & COUNTRY to your title on the Inlinkz tool on the right hand side bar of Molossi's blog.

 

It is open to Australian and internationals contestants. The Prize is a $40 product pack plus postage. Judging will take place after the close of the challenge by the design team. All decisions are final.

 

Good luck to everyone, and we can't wait to see your creations.

 

Thanks for stopping by,
Honor x

Check It Out .......

 

There are some amazing things happening at Molossi very soon.

 

You're not going to want to miss a minute !!!!!

 

 

 

 

http://molossidesigns.blogspot.com.au/



Kaisercraft Base Coat

Hi, here is a quick card I've created using lots of goodies that can be found in the Molossi online store.
  I've used the Kaisercraft Base Coat range to make this card, with the base made from cream cardstock.  

  The flowers are from the Manorhouse 'Melissa' range, embellished with Flourish With A Bling.   "Dream" is a pre-cut Manorhouse word, available in both black & white and can be coloured to suit your project.   I hope you're all having a lovely day, and find some time for creating today.  
Thanks for stopping by,
Honor x

HOP HOP HOPPY EASTER

Hello everyone,

  No sooner have we recovered from Christmas & school holidays, and Easter is just around the corner. What will you all be doing to celebrate with your family? We will be lucky enough to have my husband's parents visit for a week or so.  Our kids love having them visit us, as they only get to see them once or twice a year, so you can imagine how excited they are at the thought of them coming!!  We will also be spending our Good Friday supporting the Royal Children's Hospital here in Melbourne, by attending the Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at the Werribee Mansion.  This is always an awesome day, supporting a fantastic cause.   So I'm here today to share with you, two Easter cards I've made.   The first card is a Magnolia stamp, that I've coloured with Copic Markers. I've stamped on Blending Card, with Memento Ink. The roses are Molossi paper roses (white), and I've coloured this with Copic Markers also, to match the image.  The base cardstock is Violet & Lavender, and embellished with Flourish with A Bling Silver Rhinestones "Elise".  

 

 

 

The second card is also a Magnolia stamp, again coloured with Copic Markers.  I've stamped on Blending Card with Memento Ink.

 

The paper roses have again been coloured with Copic Markers to match the papers.  The punched edge is a Martha Stewart punch, and the ribbon & patterned papers (on the card above), are from my scrap stash.

The butterfly is an embossed foil sticker from Molossi, and I've raised the image using Paper Xtra 3D foam dot adhesives. 
Don't forget Molossi also have all your adhesive needs, likeXPress It Tape and 450 Glue.

 

Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you all have a beautiful Easter

 

Honor xo

Special Times

SPECIAL TIMES

Hello everyone,   It's been a great couple of days here for crafting, the sun is hiding, and I'm here to share with you my latest card.  

I've made this card using Kaisercraft's Base Coat range, which I love working with.  This card could be used for any number of occasions.

The base of the card is made from brown cardstock, and cut into a fancy fold card.  This was fun to make, and very easy.

I've embellished the card using Flourish with A Bling, Green Tara Paper String and Butterfly Critters.

I've also highlighted the bricks in the paper, by cutting out individual bricks, distressing the edges, and foam mounting them on the front of the card.

The star of this card is the gorgeous flower from Manorhouse

that I have highlighted the centre with "Ice Blue" Stickles, and the sentiment is a Paper Xtra rub-on.

Thanks for stopping by,

Honor x

Molossi DT - Kaisercraft's Base Coat

KAISERCRAFT - BASE COAT

 
Hi, today I'm sharing a card I've made from Kaisercraft's "Base Coat" collection, showing you that you can make a card from just one piece of paper.  

The base of the card is brown cardstock, and the remainder of the card is made from Kaisercraft's Base Coat "Whitewash".  I've used both sides of the paper, and layered the card, distressing the edges.  This paper is so versatile, and makes great male cards, that I sometimes struggle with.   The paper string is from Green Tara, and Flourish With A Bling is Pewter "Grace".   The metal flower and leaf is from my stash, and suited the paper perfectly.   Thanks for stopping by, Honor xo

Guess What's New at Molossi

WOW - look what's just arrived at Molossi!!

 

You can now buy 12x12" Bazzill Card Shoppe Cardstock in 250gsm. 

 It is perfect for mixed media and card projects, as well as so much more

- you're only limited by your imagination.

 

You can purchase these in individual sheets, or in bulk packs

(my favourite way to purchase lol) !!

 

It comes in 28 colours, including black and white.

 

Check it out here at www.molossi.com.au

 

     

 

Hello and Happy Valentine's Day to everyone,
  My DT kit this month for Molossi included all things perfect for Valentine's Day, with lots of glitter, flowers and pink !!  I'm here today to share a Valentine's card and matching jar, perfect for some yummy Valentine's treats, whether it be chocolates, lollies, or handmade biscuits.  

Base card from Silver Glitter cardstock

Banner pieces from White & Pink Glitter cardstock

Other products used; Magnolia Stamp coloured with Copics, Stampin' Up Doily and White Ribbon from my stash.

The flowers I used on this treat jar are Manor House Melissa, and I matched the card using

banner pieces from pink & white glitter cardstock.

Fill in flowers are Molossi paper roses, and silver embossed stickers.

I hope you all have a beautiful Valentine's Day, and perhaps even receive

something special from a loved one.

Honor xoxo

   

Molossi DT Work

Happy Monday everyone !!!

 

Today I'd like to share with you all a couple of cards I've made for Molossi's Design Team.

 

The first card I've made is a "Thank You" card, using the following products that you can find over at Molossi's online store;

 

* 12 x 12 Molossi Glitter paper in pink & white

* Molossi chipboard mirror

* Dusty Attic roses

I adhered the flowers & embellishments using 450 Quick Adhesive

Other products I used are;

* White ribbon

* The inside the mirror frame I made a button with the Epiphany Tool.

* The base of the card is made from white cardstock, and "Cloud 9 Botanical Notes"

 

 

 

The next card was a bit of fun, using the following products;

 

* Card base is white cardstock

* Background splats using "Funky Fucshia" Dylusions

* Molossi paper straws

* Japanese Washi Tape Design #12

* Japanese Washi Tape Design #23

Other products used;

* Shamrock Green flowersoft and pink/white twine

Thanks for stopping by, and don't forget to check out the other amazing inspiration over at Molossi's blog.

Honor xo

Molossi - Chipboard DT Member Call

With chipboard being much of Molossi's focus this year, they have decided it was time to call our 2014 Design Team.  

They need 3 Designers to play with our designs.
 
Applications are open now.
 

Molossi are in search of 3 talented designers to help show case and demonstrate on a monthly basis a chipboard range. If this designer title sounds like you and you would like to join them in 2014, please email info@molossi.com.au.

 

What they need from you for your application is 3 of your best pieces using chipboard. Applications are open to Australia and International Designers.

 

If successful we need you to: 

• Be able to commit for 12 months to the team.
• Sign a design team contract - Terms and Conditions thoroughly outlaid
• Submit minimum 3 design pieces each month
• Draft the blog post on our blog for scheduling
• Be prepared for your designs to be used in classroom kits and resale
• Social networking is required (any problems with this please provide this with your application).
• As a design team member you will also be asked to actively promote the products they have on offer.
• Take high quality, clear, respectable photos of work in.jpg format - Access to a good scanner, or the ability to take a good picture of your project is also a must. Without these items we will not be able to see the fine detail in your work.

In return Molossi will:

 

Provide you monthly products at no cost.  Molossi will pay the shipping and handling on your design team supplies. In return for supplies, we retain the right to display your work in our galleries after your term ends.

Recognition and promotion of your skills and creativity.

Purchasing from Molossi at wholesale prices for your duration as a Design Team Member

First in on New products coming our way

 

So for now I leave it in your hands applications close April 5 2014, Designer announced April 20. Designing commences May 1.

 

Good luck with your applications, this is one DT you will not want to miss !!

 

Honor xo

Molossi Giveaway !!!

Everyone loves to win Molossi stuff!!

OK here are the rules!
1.Please go to the Molossi online shop and answer these questions here at the blog -  then invite friends - make sure your friends tell us who invited them - list your answers on the blog - The person who invites the most amount of new people on the blog, and the Molossi Facebook page, wins a fabulous package of goodies!!!!!
This competition will be drawn next Friday - so you have lots of time to spread the word about our wonderful Molossi products - and stay tuned for some new products coming soon.
Question 1. Tell me how you would embellish this product  Question 2. How many chipboard Chandeliers does Molossi produce?
Question 3. How many flowers are in these packs G45 Sweet Sentiments? Question 4. If you were to design new chipboard for Molossi, what would you design?

Good luck with your entries, and don't forget to check out Molossi's blog for inspiration, and the soon to be announced new DT members !!

 

 

Enjoy your weekend everyone, and for those of you here in Australia, keep cool !!

 

Honor xo

Molossi Newsletter

Good Evening Everyone,

Head over now to www.molossidesigns.com.au, and sign up for their newsletter.

Keep up to date with all the news and latest products, and have it directly sent to your inbox!!

With all the exciting news coming soon, you won't want to miss this.

Honor xo

Molossi Giveaway !!

Good Morning,

WOW, it's going to be a hot one here today - a great day to be inside crafting or browsing the web, with the air con.

While you're browsing, head over to Molossi's blog where the lovely Marelle has an awesome sneak peak and giveaway.  All you need to do is tell Marelle the name of the Manorhouse Flowers and Manorhouse Papers she's using in her latest creation, and have a guess at the Kaisercraft paper she's used, and you could win yourself some awesome Molossi goodies !!

How easy is that !! 

Stay cool everyone, and I'll be back soon with some more creations of my own.

Honor x

Birthday Card

Good Evening,

Tonight I wanted to share some pics of a birthday card I made this morning.
It's a pop up box card, and I found the tutorial on www.splitcoaststampers.com
Sorry for the rushed pictures, however I took them just before I walked out the door to give to a beautiful friend.
Thanks for stopping by,
Honor xo

Exciting News

I am excited and proud to announce that I have been invited to be a part of the Design Team at Molossi!!!  I will be designing cards as a part of this team, and can't wait to get started on my first project.

You can find Molossi here http://www.molossi.com.au/, and they can supply you with numerous scrapbooking products to complement your stash!!  You'll find chipboard, albums, adhesives and embellishments, and if you're like me, you won't know where to stop when filling up your shopping cart lol.

So check back here soon to see what I've designing, and in the meantime, don't forget to pop over to Molossi and stack up on all your scrapbooking needs.  You can also find Molossi on Facebook, where you'll meet all the other talented design team members.

Thanks for stopping by.
Honor xo