Karen Hadler Stamping Bees

When I was introduced to this concept of using just Stamps, Ink and Paper I found it very difficult! It was so hard not to add all the extras that I have been accustomed to doing. But once you have it mastered it is a wonderful concept for someone starting out. What better way to introduce stamping and getting a quick beautiful result that is achievable by all. Stampin' Up! have released a new brochure for beginner stampers which has some wonderful tips and hints the someone just starting ... VIEW POST

I have coupled this Gorgeous stamp set with the Pressed Petals Speciality Designer Series Paper. These Papers have a wonderful vintage look with a Burlap Background so beautiful. The Lacey layer is from the 'A Little Lace Bundle" and is a stunning die that allows you to make your own lace any size you like and the flowers in the stamp set are so sweet. You can buy these as a bundle or seperate. I have used the stamps on the tag and the new Black Glitter embossing powder for the ... VIEW POST

During these last School Holidays my youngest son (12) went away to Rotorua ...the heart of New Zealand Culture..for a Leavers Rugby Trip. (Next Year they will be at High School and no longer play with their club) A group of amazing people took them away on a fabulous trip, attending the Living Maori Village, Jet Boat Riding, Ziplining, Hot pools etc and of course Rugby!...Which they won :-) I wanted to make a thank-you card for each amazing person involved that reflected the trip in some ... VIEW POST