Couldn't resist . . . . . .

I’m not usually interested in the latest craze or fad and am not one for jumping on the band wagon.  However, this time, I simply couldn’t help myself, I had to have a go at Loom Banding.  Having seen articles on the web, features on the good old Beeb and lots and lots of loom band stuff in the shops, it was easy to pick up a loom and some bands to have a go.
After a few false starts, replacing the stupid plastic hook that was included, with a metal crochet hook, I soon began to understand why loom banding was such a big thing.  Oh and did I mention it is VERY addictive

Parchment anniversary

Friends of mine celebrated their anniversary, the day before they came to NL to celebrate our anniversary.  I wanted to make another parchment card (I did tell you that I like working with parchment).  I found the basis for the design in one of my craft magazines, changed it to what I wanted and this is what the finished card looked like.

The addition of the washi tape along the top completed the card.

Butterfly birthday

My friend loves butterflies, so I made her a butterfly card.

I love working with parchment, but it is always a worry towards the end of the design – one mistake and the card needs a clever cover-up or it’s a scrapper.  I’m pleased to say, that this one was fine and my friend loved it.  The happy birthday is the same as the previous post (Sizzlits Die Set 3PK - Card Phrases Set #3  - 657524)

Still Summer

Well, everyone is back to their respective day jobs, but the sun is out, so I guess it’s still summer – how lovely.

It’s been a busy time here of late, loads of birthdays, a new baby and DH & I celebrating our silver wedding anniversary.  We had a party, which was fantastic  and a great opportunity for lots of crafty makes & bakes.  So, now to begin the show & tell from the summer . . . . . . . .

A dear friend of ours turned 65 this summer, so what better than a card made using the Sizzix vintage buttons embossing folder (657672) and the Happy Birthday Die (657524 -Sizzlits Die Set 3PK - Card Phrases Set #3)