Love my crackle

OK so I am sure you are all getting to know how much I love my Helmar Crackle.  I have used it again as I wanted to create a vintage crackle effect on the most beautiful Chipboard Doily frame.

Not only did I use this lovely frame from Scrapware, but I teamed it up with some Beautiful Prima flowers, vines and a beautiful pearl lace flourish, and a lovely sheet of paper by Pink Paisley's Butterfly Garden range.

If you would like to know a little more about how I created it - visit my post on the Helmar DT blog 'Yes I love a bit of vintage crackle' 

Paperific

Well Paperific is nearly here and I can't wait!  There will be loads to see and many little projects to have a go at at the many make-and-takes.  Take it from me and set aside a full day as you really can be entertained for that long!  There are also some competitions being held and entries need to be in by the 20th August, so get your scrapping feet on!

I will be working at the Scrapware booth on the Saturday, so be sure to come along and say hi.  Here is also some info about an amazing class you may be lucky enough to book into if you are REALLY quick!

Here are some pictures of the cute little birdhouses I did that I recently posted on the Helmar DT Blog, you can check it out here if you would like some more information on how I created them.  You will also be able to see them at Paperific on display at the Scrapware stand.

Well I hope to see you there and hopefully your entries into the competition that is being held.

Altered Draws

I just finished creating these beautiful set of altered draws for my latest Helmar DT blog post.  Check out my post 'An altered project just for me' for detailed photos and information on how I altered them and some of the other wonderful work being uploaded daily!

I also have come exciting news to share!  I won last month's 'Scrap the boys' challenge along with another very talented lady.  I couldn't believe it seeing it had been SO long since I have entered into many challenges. 

Well I hope you got creating this weekend!

xxx

Looking for a Challenge?

We have another challenge happening now over at the Helmar DT blog for the red, white and glue challenge.

Here is my take on the challenge, there is more inspiration over there by the other DT members as well so take time time to have a look and have a go!

Using my Helmar crackle for a little gift

I got busy this week with my Helmar crackle to create this cute little gift box and card.  Head on over to my post on the Helmar DT Blog - 'Cracking up a little gift set' for more detail on how I made it. 

Also take some time to check out the rest of the Helmar DT Blog for some great inspiration and to check out all the happenings with the Helmar / Nikki Sivils week.

New 'Create @ Home' pack from Tomorrow's Memories

Hi Everyone,

I thought I would share with you the new Create @ Home pack now available from Tomorrow's Memories.

If you're looking to learn some great techniques and create two stunning vintage inspired layouts, then ‘Create@Home’ Kit#3 is for you! The designer was inspired by the old world feel of these amazing 'Dulwich' papers from Delish Designs. Add the unique Dusty Attic Skeleton Clocks, along with Tim Holtz distress stain and Mistra has created two timeless layouts ready for any photos... Simply stunning!

Get yours now... Create @ Home 

Scrap the Boys Challenge - June

I have been looking at 'Scrap the Boys' for a little while now and SO wanting to take part in all the fun.  I guess my two young boys have kept me too busy - but as my youngest just turned 6 months last week, things are already starting to settle down.  That and my Design team commitments have been completed for the month, so I had some extra time.

JUNE CHALLENGE:

All you need to do is use the colours below to create your layout, you can use small amounts of black for doodling, journaling, inking etc as long as it does not take away from these colours...

RED * AQUA * YELLOW * WHITE

When I saw this month's challenge I knew I just wanted to take part - but it was having a chance to get around to doing it.  When I took Toby's photo on the day he turned 6 months - it wasn't until I printed it out that I realised what I had done.... the colours he was wearing and the toy he was playing with just matched this challenge so well that it HAD to be the photo I would use.  Now don't get me wrong... I HAVE dressed my boys in colours to match a paper range I wanted to use (aren't we all guilty of that LOL), but surprisingly this was totally by chance.  Here is my take on the challenge:

I had SO much fun with these colours and collecting items and paper out of my stash to make it.  I used Echo Park's Little Boy range which I just love and can't believe how different the layouts are turning out even though I am using the same pack of paper!

I also used my Helmar Crackle on the cogs and some yummy texture paste mixed with yellow paint on the background of red acrylic paint, then accented with some aqua Pearl Ex.

My American craft's thickers matched so well, and I teamed that up with some Webster's alphas from the Hollywood range that were originally white that I coloured in yellow with a Copic marker.

Lastly I added some white and coloured twine from the Twinery (love these and it was the perfect opportunity to use them for the first time).

OF COURSE it was all teamed up with my Helmar 450 Quick Dry and Liquid Scrapdots to put it altogether and achieve some dimension. 

 Well I hope have enjoyed my share today and take a trip over to the 'Scrap the Boys' blog and be a part of their challenges.

Check out the stunning classes being run over at Tomorrow's Memories

Tomorrow's Memories over in Perth Western Australia have some beautiful classes on offer over the coming months.

They are always teaching beautiful projects, and these are just as stunning!  If you are over there don't forget to book into them as they fill up quickly.  Not just because it is a lovely place to go for a class, but the my fellow DT members over there are fantastic teaches too!  If you are not in the area, contact them as they often sell the packs as well.

Just click on the pic to take you to their website.

Hope you get an opportunity to take one of these classes.

Helmar & Best Creation team up to bring you some wonderful inspiration

This week I got to work with a brand of paper I had never before.  Helmar have teamed up over the last week to bring you some projects using Helmar and Best Creation papers.  Both teams have been busy creating Layouts, cards and off the page projects as part of a celebration of this partnership.  What goes along with this???  YES GIVEAWAYS!!

Here is my post that went live last night.  I couldn't believe just HOW much I enjoyed working with this paper in the end.  Starts would have to be my favorite for boy layouts and projects, and well this had an abundance of them!

I really got some extra dimension into this layout as seen in the pic below

My scrap dots got another MAJOR workout on this one as you can see how much was applied under the title!

I also used my Helmar V2 spray adhesive to help support the title and some of the cut out elements of the page such as the double star seen in this photo.

If you would like a little more detail on what I did to create this layout - check out my Helmar DT Blog post and for some more inspiration have a look though the blog in general.

Hope you have had a fantastic week - I know I have.

Helmar and BoBunny - what a team!

I have a few projects that I have been working on at the moment, that unfortunately I just can't share yet.  This is one I did a while ago but FINALLY get a chance to share it as it is my latest Helmar Blog post.

I just loved working with this paper, and when I captured these photos of Austin climbing his rock wall at home, I couldn't wait to get stuck into this layout.  The colours of this range matched what he was wearing just so well.

Head on over to the post 'I [heart] Scrap Dots' for more detail on what I did with my Helmar Glues to create this layout.

I would highly recommend checking out the Helmar DT blog regularly as there are posts everyday (sometimes more in one day) sharing inspiration ideas and info on what glue is best for what part of your projects.

Hope you enjoyed today's share.  I have another project that I will post over the weekend as part of Helmar's partnership celebrations with Best Creations on which I used their 'All American' range.

Happy Creating
xxx

Sharing techniques with Chipboard

Having been working with chipboard on Design teams for a few years now, I was asked to share some of my experience.  I thought - what a better way than to have some displayed on a canvas!

The canvas features 12 different techniques with Chipboard and was created for Scrapware (who is a chipboard manufacturing company) to display at the many craft shows they attend.  There are SO many more techniques I could have done - but I guess you have to stop somewhere as only SO many would actually fit on there!  To narrow it down I chose 12 of my favourite to share.  I kept the canvas rather plain - just using some sprays to colour it a little so as to not take away from the techniques.

As I know not everyone can get to the shows I thought I would share it for you on my blog as well.  Just click on the photo and it should take you to a page with a larger blown up photo of the project.

Hopefully there is a technique you haven't tried!

xxx

Get your Glue on in June!

OK the first of our Design Team challenges is up on the Helmar blog and you have an opportunity to win some awesome product!  This month it is a sketch challenge - sketch created by one of the Design Team member Lydell Quinn.  It is such a beautiful sketch and easy to work with.

Here is my take on the sketch after I turned it 90 degrees to the left.

I obviously had fun with my Helmar products to create this one... I used my Helmar 450 quick dry, Craft glue, Acid free and Scrap dots.  There is a glue for EVERYTHING!  I even used the Gemstone glue for the first time, and I LOVE the way it doesn't cloud them if you get a little glue on there, AND it sticks them down without a hassle!

I have actually even used some yummy Scrapware Chipboard on it to show how you can use chipboard elements to complete a layout from a sketch.  There are SO many different chipboard pieces out there, you are bound to find one that would work as I did.  You can also view the layout in real life at the upcoming Brisbane Show at the Scrapware stand.

So head on over to the blog for the post on this month's challenge, enter your layout/card/OTP that represents the sketch and then wait to see if you are one of the randomly chosen winners!

Helmar Haul

OK so a few of the US girls are doing video's of the awesome stuff they are getting in their boxes.  They are lucky enough to get a heap of products from Helmar's Prefered partners which is super exciting to see what they will be teaming their Helmar up with.

Over here in Oz we get a super box of Helmar products (which suits me fine ;D) and I received my first box today!  I was SOOOO excited when the truck pulled up as I knew it was my box from Helmar that was in there.

The delivery guy took AGES to find my box.  He had come to the door to tell me I had a delivery then went back to the truck to find it.  I was was left standing there... baby in hand (I had just bathed him) and toddler at my side looking at this truck.  Waiting .... waiting .... waiting.....

Then finally he appears with this not too big box... BUT as they say!  Good things come in small packages :D

And when we opened the box, inside was this awesome supply of Helmar Goodies! 

I can't wait to get started on creating some new projects using my now replenished Helmar stash, and well it couldn't have come at a better time seeing I am out of Helmar Acid free glue and Helmar Scrap Dots!  There are even some new products in this box of goodies I am yet to have a go at trying, but I know seeing it is Helmar I will love it!  

Hope you have a nice week ahead... mine has started in a high note :)

xxxx

Teaching at Scraphaven

On June 18th at 11:00am I will be teaching a class over at Scraphaven in Sunbury Victoria.  I will be teaching a layout that has a heap of different techniques on it as well as an opportunity to use some products you may not have done so before.  The layout is a vintage themed layout that you can use any Black and White photo (or a colour one if you prefer).

Here is a sneak peak of the Layout we will be doing:

If you would like to join me, please contact Di at Scraphaven on 0404 266 296 for an opportunity to come along.  The class will go for 3 hours and costs $15 plus materials.  It is quite an involved class where you will have an opportunity to get your hands dirty.  You will also learn how a layout that sometimes looks difficult is actually not that hard at all to create when you take it one step at a time.  

The class will take place as part of a 12hr mini retreat of which the cost of this class will be additional to attending on the day.  Cost of attending the retreat is $25 and it will go from 9am until 9pm.  You may be able to book in for just half the time from 9am-3pm or 3pm - 9pm for $15 but you will need to discuss this with Di.  Also if you would like to attend the regular 'Scrap and Chat' the night before for $5 you can leave your things and continue on in the morning!

You will need to book in for at least half a day of scrapping (morning) to be able to do my class.  There will be prizes as well as all food fully catered for on the day including lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon tea.  Spots on the day are limited and are sure to fill quickly (actually I think they are already filling and it has only JUST been announced!).  

I will be attending for the full 12 hours as they are just the loveliest bunch of ladies over there to scrap with so I can't wait.  Would love to see some of you join me.  

You can also e-mail Di if you prefer at sales@scraphaven.com.au

A new Helmar Post

I have just posted a new project on the Helmar DT blog, so if you would like some new glue inspiration... head over to the Helmar DT blog for my latest post.  Here is what I did!  

This is the finished project:

You can check out my post by clicking on this link - Lighting up with Helmar with all the details on how to create your own little altered lamp.

There is new inspiration up on the Helmar DT Blog daily, so if you are ever looking for some new ideas check it out as there are SO many creative things happening over there!

Have a nice day everyone
xxx

My little boy turns 2!

It has been a bit hard to get a heap of scrapping done lately whilst preparing for my little boy's 2nd Birthday party, so I thought I would share with you some pics from his big day.  I also have a little share with regard to the little gift bags I did for all the kids that came.

This was his birthday cake that I slaved over all Saturday.  He really enjoyed seeing all of the trains being created, even sitting on my lap at times while I iced.

 He just loved everyone singing Happy Birthday to him.

Here is a bit of a close up of each of the cakes.   

For his guests gift bags I pulled out my Helmar 450 Quick Dry to create a set of Alphabet foam stamps.  To do this I first layered two sticky foam letters on top of each other.  I then took my Helmar 450 Quick Dry and glued them to a piece of thick plastic (that I cut out of the box from a toy).

I took my newly made foam stamps and pressed them into some Gesso prior to stamping each letter onto a brown bag.  I love the way the white Gesso comes up against the natural looking brown bags.  I then simply tied some Dark Blue raffia at the top of each bag to match his Thomas and Friends themed party.

They were pretty simple looking, but I think that is what I like most about them as I rarely pull that off :D

Most importantly though - they were filled with heaps of yummy lollies and some other fun stuff too.

I will have another share later this week coming up on the Helmar DT blog that I just finished creating tonight.

xxxBeck