Spring is Blooming

Hello there,

Just thought I'd pop on my blog to share some Spring blooms with you all.

The die's used for the flowers are of course from the Crafter's Companion Die'sire Classiques collection, Delicate Flowers

The size is a landscape fold 5" x 7" and I had a relaxing session watercolouring this epic stamp

And here's the list of what I used

Die’sire Essential Delicate Flower die set

Die’sire Fancy Edge’able; Fancy Lattice

Spectrum Sparkle Pens:  Sage, Fig, Sand Dune, Biscuit, Teacup

Spectrum Aqua Markers: Sunflower, Sunset, Moss

Crafter’s Companion Thelwell Stamp

Downton Abbey Paper pad

Crafter's Companion Cream Stamping Card and Matt Black Card

Collal all Purpose glue, Collal Tacky Glie

Pearls from stash

As an added extra I have multi layered the inside of the card with matching papers.  I always think this really does smarten up the appearance of the card, but that could be just me lol

Thank you for stopping by and don't forget to hop over to the Spectrum Noir webpage to see lots of how too's and step by step posts to inspire you xxx

hugs

Sandie

Challenges:
http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 106
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.co.uk/ 31
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 182 use a die
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 272
http://mmmchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ watercolour
http://creativecardcrew.blogspot.co.uk/ 110 die cut
http://craftingforallseasons.blogspot.co.uk/ 123 die cuts
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ April

Time for a little Sparkle.....

Hello there,

There is still time to show your Sparkle over on this months Spectrum Noir Facebook Page Challenge and I've decided to use the fabulous Spectrum Aqua Markers

After spending some time using lots of embellishments for a few samples lately I went for a Clean and Simple design for this one...

I just adore that sentiment, it makes me smile so much lol
Here's what I used:

By Sandie Gough

Style: Tag Top A6

Stamp: Taylored Expressions – Grumplings

Spectrum Aqua Markers – Terracota, Scarlet, Desert, Boulder

Crafter’s Companion Matt Black card, Centura Red card, Sheena Stamping Card

Die’sire Bunting Die
and of  course the bling brings the sparkle!

Versa Fine ink, Collal Tacky glue and Collal 3D glue gel

Thank you so much for stopping by and do hope over to the Spectrum Noir Website and join the challenge on the Spectrum Noir Facebook Challenge (remember you don't need a blog!  you just need to list the Spectrum Noir products you've used and upload to the challenge page)

Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges
http://a-step-in-the-darkness.blogspot.co.uk/ 42
http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.co.uk/ picture inspiration - I've taken the red
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/AG-NO-78.html 78
http://simplypapercraftsforalloccassions.blogspot.co.uk/ 26
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 105
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 169
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ any image

Inspiration shared...

Hello again,

So, as a part of Spectrum Noir Education Design Team, I just love that we have to look at past tutorials and see what inspires us, and which one we will take on for our make!

Inspiration isn't copying, its finding something in the piece that spark's your own creativity.  A layout, a colour, a technique or a combination of things within the piece.

This month, I took inspiration from Spectrum Noir tutorials featuring Backgrounds.  Its a part of colouring I am still trying to master when its in combination with an image, especially if its an image I've spent ages colouring!

But as I'm in a CAS mood I thought I'd go for it!  The sentiment and the spirit of this one seemes just right hehe;

The ground was the bit I was worried about and took the most time to do because I kept walking away from it lol  I am pretty pleased with it in the end!

Here's what I used:

Spectrum Aqua Markers: Aquamarine, Chestnut, Sunflower, Orange, Yellow, Jasmine, Tan

Technique used – faux bleaching for the sky and clouds

Crafter’s Companion Watercolour card, Stamping Cream Card, Centura Chocolate card

Coordinations Naturals Paper Pad – brown

Image – Taylored Expressions, Ducks in a Row

Collal All Purpose & Tacky Glue

Flat Back Gem

Thank you so much for stopping by and I highly recommend a visit to Spectrum Noir to take a peek at the tutorials, and check out the new goodies at Crafter's Companion UK

Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.co.uk/ 29
http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 103
http://notjustcardschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ March
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 103
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/AG-NO-76.html
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.uk/ sentimental
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 103
http://lacysunshinechallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ ends 26th March, colouring
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 167

Stepping into Spring Colours

Hello there,

I decided to use another of the new release images from That Craft Place to bring some spring colour onto my crafty desk (and yes, its watercolour and those that know me know I can't do anything without making a mess lol) so I'd love to share it with you.

No spring flowers, but instead a fabulous Sun and spring colours in the image and papers, just a touch, as to me, Spring is about colour just starting to push through the grey haze of winter skies.

Here's the list of the lovely materials I used to make it xx

Style: Centre Stepper

Image: That Craft Place

Spectrum Aqua Markers:

Clothes - Aquamarine, Sepia, Chocolate, Boulder

Skin – Desert, Jasmine, Peach

Hair – Chocolate Sepia

Sun – Yellow

Spectrum ColorBlend Pencils: Maroon, Flame Red, Maple &

Denim Blue

Crafter’s Companion Watercolour card

Crafter’s Companion Chocolate Centura Pearl

Collal All Purpose glue, Tacky Glue and 3D glue gel

Die’sire 1” Alphabet Die set

MDF shapes, Glitter Structure Paste, Papers from Stash

I adore watercolouring with the Spectrum Aqua Pens; and don't forget there is so many hints, tips and tutorials over at Spectrum Noir WebPage

Remember to join in the Spectrum Noir Facebook challenge too this month!

You can make anything with Spectrum Noir products, follow the theme which this month is Red and Pink, and just upload your details and pic to the challenge via the facebook page HERE

Thank you for stopping by, you are just awesome for taking the time 

Hugs

Sandie

Challenges
http://simplypapercraftsforalloccassions.blogspot.co.uk/ 23 ag
http://suzypantssmarty.blogspot.co.uk/ 117 sentiment
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 102 ag
http://artbymiranchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 51 ag
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 163 ag
http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 32 incl. hearts (mdf hearts)
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/challenge-12.html
http://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 77 male
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ Feb

Feeling Inspired with Watercolour

Hello again,

Todays make was inspired by my uber talented teamie, Laine and you can find her tutorial HERE

This got me inspired to pick up my Aqua Markers again and here's what I came up with...

Here's the list of materials used to make it :D

Style: Stepper Card
By Sandie Gough

Inspired by – Laine’s Adding detail with Spectrum Aqua
http://www.spectrumnoir.com/adding-detail-spectrum-aqua-fine-nibs/
Image – Crafter’s Companion Thelwell
Spectrum Aqua Markers:
Landscape – Leaf Green, Bud Green, Aquamarine, Moss
Horse – Boulder, Marigold, Chestnut
Rider – Leaf Green, Moss, Crimson, Black

Added detail with:
Spectrum Colour Blend Pencils: Black, Saddle Brown, Peach, Linen to image
Spectrum Sparkle Pen – Clear to wording

Crafter’s Companion Water Colour card
Crafter’s Companion Cream Linen Texture card
Coordinations Naturals Paper pad
Scoremaster Score Board and Tool
Collal Tacky glue, Collal All Purpose glue
Collal 3D glue gel, paint brush
MDF sentiment, bird button from my stash

I loved the finish on this one, a stepper but so Clean and Simple :D

Thank you so much for stopping by and don't forget to pop over to the Spectrum Noir Website to check out more awesome tutorials and inspirational posts xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to enter this make into:

http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 94
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 260 ag
http://notjustcardschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 28 January
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 294 ag
http://tuesdaythrowdown.blogspot.co.uk/ 276 dimension
http://www.addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.com.au/ 176 ag
http://a-step-in-the-darkness.blogspot.co.uk/ 37 ag
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/01/AG-NO-68.html ag
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 158 ag with family to celebrate their birthday xxx

Starting with the Box!

Hello there,

I finally caught onto the whole make a gift box thing at the end of last year (how weird is it to say that lol) as time was always against me but it really doesn't take as much time as I thought and I don't have to fight with wrapping papers any more!

Here is a box I made for my Nephew's Birthday that has a featured image on the top, coloured with my gorgeous Spectrum Aqua Pens

Added advantage of using the image...I don't have to remember to post the card too, its on the box!

Here's what I used to make it with lots of scrummy Crafter's Companion goodies:

Style – Box

By Sandie Gough

Image – Crafter’s Companion, Thelwell

Spectrum Aqua Markers:

Horse – Desert, Chestnut, Boulder

Rider – Fawn, Desert, Peach, Black, Crimson

Background – Bud Green, Leaf Green, Aquamarine, Fawn, Chestnut

Crafter’s Companion Watercolour card

Crafter’s Companion Kraft Card

Coordinations Pastels Paper Pad

Sand-It Tool and Dust Buster

Craftwell Embossing Folder – Words

Big Score Scoreboard and Tool

Collal All Purpose Glue, Crafter’s Companion Red Liner Tape

Paint Brush, String

Cork Scrabble Letter tiles from my stash (they’re really old)

Thank you so much for stopping by and don't forget there is a ton of great Spectrum product tutorials on the Website...you can find them HERE

Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to pop this one in to x
http://artbymiranchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 48
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 156
http://cccdigicreations.blogspot.co.nz/ 40
http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.co.uk/ 25 ag
http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 93
http://creativecardcrew.blogspot.co.uk/ 103 ag

Spectrum Aqua Wallet Tutorial - finishing touches

Hello there,

Today I have my latest Video Tutorial for Spectrum Noir to share with you.  Some of you may remember part 1 of this tutorial which was to create an easy snowy scene with Spectrum Aqua pens (if not you can catch up HERE and on the Spectrum Noir YouTube channel) well this is the final part that will take you through making up an easy and quick gift/store card wallet.

You can find the full tutorial on the Spectrum Noir Blog but here are a couple of pics I can share here :D

Thank you for stopping by and please go check out my tutorial and let me know what you think or share your projects with us on the Spectrum Noir Facebook page

My tutorial can be found HERE

Crafty Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.uk/ 8 - Oct
http://craftyhazelnutschristmaschallenge2.blogspot.co.uk/ Oct
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/month-long-anything-goes-in-october.html
http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.co.uk/ Oct

Christmas Landscape Tutorial with Spectrum Aqua

Hello there,

Today I'd love to share with you my first Tutorial as a part of the Spectrum Noir Educational Design Team :D

Using Specrum Aqua markers by Crafter's Companion are so simple to use that they can make bulk making Christmas cards so much easier.

My tutorial will show you how, with just 2 markers, you can use the Spectrum Aqua's to create a snowy landscape and insert.

So, grab a cuppa and settle down to watch how I created this Snowy Landscape with the following materials:

Specrum Aqua Markers from Primary Set – Navy & Aquamarine

Crafter’s Companion 300gsm Watercolour card

Crafter’s Companion Mat Black Card

Red liner tape, Collal All Purpose glue & Tacky glue

Die’sire Christmas Classique die’s: Frosty The Snowman and

Festive Foliage

Follow this link to the Spectrum Noir YouTube channel, where you can view the tutorial:

Snowy Landscape Tutorial with Spectrum Aqua markers by Sandie Gough

Thank you so much for visiting and hopefully supporting my first Spectrum Noir video tutorial by popping over and please leave me a comment to let me know your thoughts :D

Crafty Hugs,

Sandie xxx

Challenges:

http://craftingforallseasons.blogspot.com.au/ 106

http://a-step-in-the-darkness.blogspot.co.uk/ 26

http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/AG-no-44.html 44