Christmas Bauble

Hi again !!

This is my third post today .... gosh, I think I'd better slow down a bit .... lol

I saw these cute Christmas baubles on a blog a few weeks ago, and thought I'd try one for myself. Unfortunately I can't remember where I saw them, so I apologise for not giving their creator any credit.

I did however choose a different image, and embellished mine differently, and think it turned out quite cute.

I chose a gorgeous Magnolia Christmas image, and coloured Santa with my Copics. The Christmas bauble is from Spotlight, and is one that is specifically designed to put a photo inside. I embellished with Kaisercraft rhinestones and Martha Stewart glitter on the bottom.

It now sits pride of place on our Christmas tree. We decided to get a real tree this year, and apart from the pine needles dropping over my carpet, it's so much nicer than our usual plastic one. If it survives our cats, a real tree might just be a new tradition in our house at Christmas.

Thanks again for stopping by. Don't forget to check out Bizzy Bec's blog here for your chance to win one of 16 sets of Victorian Sweethearts stamps - I hope you've been enjoying these stamps as much as I enjoyed designing with them.

I hope you've all had a lovely weekend.

Hugs

Honor xo

Copics on Candles

Good Evening All,

OMG ..... yesterday I attended a class, learning how to colour with Copics on candles, and it was AMAZING !!!!

The class was held at Chandon Craft (click here for their website), and our awesome teacher, was Mandi-Lee Klinger. Mandi is incredible. She is so talented, and even after three classes with her, I still walk away amazed and learning many new things each time. So check out Mandi's blog here, and be prepared to be gobsmacked!!!

In my pics below, we made 2 candles in the class (the smaller candle with the holly, and the candle with the little boy). We even made a gift tag to go with the candle, which was very cute and very clever!! I was so excited about these candles, that I came home and made a third one today for a Christmas gift for a family friend. And I'm sure over the next few days I'll be making a few more ..... they are just so gorgeous and perfect gifts. However, they don't just need to be for Christmas. I'll definately be making some for birthdays, christenings, etc.

So, I just wanted to share with you all these gorgeous creations, and thank Mandi for her time and generosity in sharing this class with us all. I'm already looking forward to the next class, and the next amazing installment in Mandi's designs.

Don't forget to come back tomorrow for the next Victorian Sweetheart release - I'm sure you'll love her just as much as I do.

Thanks for stopping by.

Take care,

Honor xo

Ruby - Victorian Sweetheart #3

Good Morning everyone,

I hope you've all been enjoying these gorgeous images, designed by Giulia.

Today is Day #3 of the Victorian Sweethearts release, and I'd like to introduce you to Ruby.

Isn't she just beautiful!!
I've coloured Ruby with copics (of course!! ... lol), using the following colours;
Dress - G00 & RV00 (using the feathering technique)
Umbrella - G000, G0000
Hair - E33, E35, E37
Skin - E00, E000
Shoes & Bow - Spica #02 (Pink)
Umbrella - Spica #08 (Torquoise)

The paper used is Papermania's Rose Garden, with matching die cut embellishments.
Other product is Kaisercraft's pearl flourish, Prima flowers and Flowersoft (Sweet Pea).

Remember there is blog candy up for grabs, so be sure to check it out here.

Don't forget to stop by the other Blue Butterflies Design Team Members and check out their amazing creations.

Thanks again for stopping by, and I'll see you all again tomorrow for more exciting designs.

Hugs
Honor x

Victorian Sweetheart #2

Introducing Victorian Sweetheart No. 2 - Olivia


Click here to enter Bizzy Bec's blog candy to win yourself a set of these gorgeous Sweethearts.

I have coloured Olivia with Copics, using the following colours.

Skin - E00, E000
Shawl - B0000 and the colourless blender
Dress - B00, B0000
Dress and Bow - RV0000, RV00 and clear Spica
Headband - Spica #01 (Lavender) and Spica #13 (Lilac)
Hair - E35, E37
Shadow - C1

On the stool, I have used the "Paper Piecing" technique, with Bella paper "Ever After" range (Joyfully). For more information on paper piecing, click here to visit Bec's blog for a tutorial.

For the rest of the card, I used Bella paper "Ever After" range, Prima flowers, Bizzy Bec's birthday wishes circle digi stamp, and Bella ribbonz.

So, be sure to stop by again tomorrow for Day 3 of the release of these gorgeous Victorian Sweethearts.

Don't forget to check out the rest of the design team's Olivia creations, you will see some amazing designs and beautiful cards.

Thanks for stopping by, and thanks for your comments, they are very much appreciated and most encouraging.

Take care
Honor x

Charlotte

Good Morning !!

Introducing ....... Charlotte !!!

Charlotte is our first "Victorian Sweetheart", in the Blue Butterflies Collection. This collection has been designed and created by Giulia - an amazing artist.

Bec has 16 prizes to give away, with 16 lucky winners. More about that at the bottom of the post.

Today we are showcasing "Charlotte", and here is my design.

I have coloured Charlotte with Copics, with the following colours;

Hair - E53, E55
Skin - E0000, E000
Shoes & blouse - BG32, BG34
Dress - BV00, BV02
Flowers - Spica #2 (Pink)
Hat - Spica #12 (Silver)
Had Band - Spica $01 (Lavender)

To create the bookmark / tag, I have used black cardstock, paper from the "Sweet Branch" Collection (Splendid), ribbons from my stash and Prima flowers "Gwendolyn's Bluebird".

OK, now for some prizes. 16 lucky winners will each receive a set of digi images of all the Victorian Sweethearts, plus a bonus surprise of a set of round digi sentiments.

Winners will be announced on 16th December 2010.

Here's how to enter;

- Place this logo below, and announce the Blue Butterflies stamps on your blog.




- Become a follower of Bizzy Bec's blog (if you aren't already) here.

- Enter your name in the linky on Bec's blog.

It's that simple!! Good luck everyone, these stamps are something you don't want to miss.

Thanks for stopping by.
Hugz
Honor x

Exciting News from Bizzy Bec !!!

I am sooo excited to announce that I am now a member of the Blue Butterfly Stamps Design Team over at Bizzy Bec's!!! Yay ... woo hoo !!!

Bec and the design team are very excited to introduce to you ..... Blue Butterfly Stamps !!!

Starting 12am, 10th December 2010 (Perth, WA time), we will be showcasing a new stamp image each day. There are 6 images to show you. These will be available in rubber stamps and digi stamps at Bec's online store.

Here is a sneak peak of some of the images.

I would like to introduce to you the other members of our design team, so make sure you check out their blogs and see the amazing creations they have all made. I am very proud to be on this team and work along side these incredible ladies.

Carol

Penny

Linda

Corry

Linda

You won't want to miss the release of these stamps, and there will be some awesome giveaways, so remember to stop by here and check it out at Bec's blog.

Take care,
Honor

Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas Challenge Blog

Hi everyone !!

Just a quick post to let you all know about a new blog .... Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas Blog. To launch this new challenge blog, Crafty Hazelnut is offering some candy - some beautiful My Minds Eye papers (see pic below). So, to get your hands on this gorgeous paper, and join in the fun of the weekly challenges (which begin on Jan 1st), click here and check it out for yourself.



Hope you are all well today, and thanks for stopping by.
Good luck,
Honor xo