Putting Sparkle on Invitations...

Hello there,

I so love playing with the new Spectrum Sparkle Pens, especially as they are water based so can be manipulated with water creating so many possibilities.

You'll have a chance to see them demo'd again soon so keep an eye on the Crafter's Companion website and facebook page.

Here's one of the samples I have made for some of the shows...

Here's the list of things I used to make these super sparkly party invites!

Style – Party Invites x 4

Spectrum Sparkle Pens – Solar Red, Cosmos, Aquamarine. Moonlight

Crafter’s Companion Stamp Set (US) - Halloween

Technique – Direct to paper

Sheena’s Stamping card; Collal All Purpose glue

Crafter’s Companion Matt Black card

Insert – Craft Artist 2

More pics you say! (hehe)

Thank you so much for stopping by, I really do appriciate all the visits and comments xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to enter:

http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 108
http://artbymiranchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 57
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ April
http://a-step-in-the-darkness.blogspot.co.uk/ 44
http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.co.uk/ birthdays; so an invite sits so nicely
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/04/AG-NO-83.html
http://fussyandfancychallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 162 girls birthday

Sparkling on the Waves

Hello there,

I'm swinging past your screens to share another make for the amazing Spectrum Noir Education Design Team

Seriously, the Spectrum Noir Blog has so many tutorials, step by steps, downloadable charts for you to take a peek at to help get the most out of your Spectrum Noir products

Nuff said!  Well almost! lol I start out saying I'm not gonna ramble on, but I always do!

So pic time

Card Designed by Sandie Gough
But the real heros are the artists and suppliers:

Image: Creative Expressions, Designer Lisa Horton 

Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens:

Blue Topaz, Moonlight,  Sea Breeze, Sand Dune, Teacup

(Technique – colored small area’s of the waves, then change color, and repeat. 

Effect – random color for a natural look)

Crafter’s Companion – Matt Black Card, Water Color Card, White Hammered Card

Diamond Press – Starter set, Sentiment die,  stamps on tag

Coordinations card – shattered pad

Collal 3D, All Purpose and Tacky Glue

I adore this collection of stamps and matching MDF, although I haven't used the MDF pieces, just the stamps alone make an awesome mascaline card.

The sea/waves stamp has been repeat stamped a fair few times to get the size of background I needed but it was so simple to line up.

The starter set of dies with The Diamond Press are just awesome.
I love it when I can die cut a sentiment from the backing papers

Simple layering

Thank you so much for stopping by and please do leave me a comment before you go.  It would be ace if you could click to follow my blog so you can take a peek at my next project!

Crafty Hugs

Sandie xxx

Popped into a few challenges :D

http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.uk/ 14 ag
http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2016/04/april-challenge-travellingtransport.html sailing x
http://craftingbydesigns.blogspot.co.uk/ boys to men
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 309
http://www.addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 191

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

There's a new Sparkle in Town!

Hello there,

I have an inspirational post to share today as part of the Spectrum Noir Educational Design Team, and I chose to keep in my CAS mood and use some of my awesome new stamps!  (Birthday money on crafty stash is the only way to spend it lol)

And just look!  How cute is he!  Very I hear you all shout, and he so is....

Spectrum Sparkle Pen inspiration, one pen and a little water brush and you have a shaded sparkly Elephant!

Style: Tent Fold

Spectrum Sparkle Pens: NEW METALLIC SILVER

Spectrum Aqua Pen: Crimson

Crafter’s Companion Verity Rose CD – coordinating paper

Crafter’s Companion Centura Chocolate, Neenah Solar White, and

Sheena Stamping Card

Image – Lawn Fawn, I Love You Tons!

Collal All Purpose & Tacky Glue

(hand cut funky little hearts)

Thank you so much for stopping by and I'd love to have you follow my little blog so don't forget to hit the follow button of your choice on the right hand side :D

Spectrum Noir Webpage has a ton (couldn't resist the pun, sorry lol) of tutorials for you and if you managed to get a peek of the new colours with Leann on Hochanda then you'll have seen just how lush they are xxx

Lots of new goodies are on their way from Crafter's Companion and some of them are on my must have list and will have me in the queue to get one as soon as they are announced....Sara's For Men range on the latest newsletter is on the top of mine :D

Hope you have a fabulous day xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:

http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 302
http://fattastictuesday.blogspot.co.uk/ 126 for a child
http://a-step-in-the-darkness.blogspot.co.uk/ 40
http://craftingforallseasons.blogspot.co.uk/ 121 sparkle
http://inspirationdestinationchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/AG-NO75.html
http://creativecraftcottage.blogspot.co.uk/ 59 use a sentiment
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 166
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.uk/ March
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ ag March

Watercolour Step by Step Video with Spectrum Sparkle

Hello there,

So its my turn to showcase a step by step for you all over on the Spectrum Noir Blog and YouTube Channel.

Hop on over to Spectrum Noir Video Tutorials page on the Spectrum Noir Website where you will find the full step by step tutorial

The Sparkle doesn't really show on the pics but hop on over to Spectrum Noir (hit this link and it will take you straight to my tutorial page) to see the video and you could even paint along with me to create this gorgeous flower.

Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:

Reds and Pinks with Spectrum Noir

Hello There,

Well its February so the challenge over on the Spectrum Noir FaceBook page

It couldn't be simpler to enter, just click on 'Challenge' on the page header, then fill in your details and upload your pic - that's it!  The only Must, is to use Spectrum Noir goodies on your make and follow the theme :D

And remember, you don't need a blog!  And...there is £30/$30 worth of crafting goodies from Crafter's Companion up for grabs and that's huge!

So as a member of the Spectrum Noir Education Design Team (it never gets old saying that lol) here is my inspiration - colour can make itself bold even when its just a touch xxx

See what I mean :D

Here's what I used to make this one:

Style: Sparkle Heart Tree

Spectrum Sparkle Pen – Solar Red, Berry Red, Clear

Die’sire Die Set – Clouds and Tree

Sheena Stamping Card

Collal 3D glue gel, Collal Tacky Glue

Corner punch, heart punch

A couple more pics then I have to run...

I really appriciate every visit so, Thank you xxx

Remember to join in the challenge for a chance to win the fabulous prize xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 164 line B twist xx
http://getcreativechallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 33 red
http://creativeladybirdscreations.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/challenge-12.html
http://sparklesforumchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 77 for the males - this CAS make is perfect for him.
http://thesistersofcraft.blogspot.co.uk/ Feb
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ Feb
http://craftycalendarchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ Feb, love is in the air
http://notjustcardschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ Feb
http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/challenge-100.html
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 100

Spectrum Sparkle Pen Funky Florals Step by Step

Hello there,

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my little blog I know how busy we all seem to be these days...where does it go!

I have a new tutorial now live on the Spectrum Noir Blog (saying that never gets old trust me lol)
HERE on the Spectrum Noir Website

You can find all of the materials used and how to achieve this look by checking out my tutorial

Splatter Flower Tutorial

Thank  you so much for stopping by and I would love you too leave a comment on the Spectrum Noir post to share your thoughts xxxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd love to enter...

A Birdie told me.....With Spectrum Sparkle!

Hello there,

I hope your Christmas was a relaxed and joy filled day :D  Here at Gough Tower's all went well, better than that the kids faces were just mwaaaahhhhh!  They loved their presents and that s a job well done, onwards we go!  I know all you parents will totally get that lol

So, just wanted to pop in and share a little Sparkle with you, its a sample I made using the new Crafter's Companion new sparkly pens - the Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens

Now, it turns out the 'sparkle' is totally unbelievable hard to take pics of, so this is pic heavy, sorry...but I wanted to try and show the sparkle lol

The stamps are brand new Spectrum Noir stamps launched with the Sparkle pens, they have large spaces so different techniques can be used with lots of sparkle xxx

All the colours used are in the Spring Summer 12 pen set, and all are lush pastel shades.  You may have noticed that the colours here are a little darker, well, that's because I coloured these ones on Neenah Desert Storm Kraft Card!

Totally show's just how rich in pigment these goreous pens are right!

NOW....I did the same card...on Neenah Solar White Card!

Hope you can see the comparison?  So hard to take pics of sparkle!

Anyway's here's the materials list:

Style: A5 Landscape Easel card

Owl stamp – A6 Stamp set (new launch)

Masked eyes to change expression

Spectrum Noir Sparkle pens – Spring/Summer 12 set

Pink Champagne, Rose Quarts, Blue Topaz, Soft Jade

Crafter’s Companion Textures Embossing folder –Stone Wall

Die’sire Kimono Blossom Branch die set

Crafter’s Companion Matt Black card

1st set of pics Crafter's Companion Neenah Desert Storm Kraft Card

2nd set of pics is Crafter’s Companion Neenah Crest Solar White card 

Collal All Purpose & 3D glues

Thank you all so much for stopping by, especially at this busy holiday time.  I hope that you have enjoyed your visit :D

Hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to pop this one into:

http://bunnyzoescrafts.blogspot.co.uk/2015/11/novemberdecember-challenge-sparkle.html sparkle

http://thesistersofcraft.blogspot.co.uk/ December ag

http://abitmoretimetocraft.blogspot.co.uk/ 10

http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/ ag

http://creativecardcrew.blogspot.co.uk/ 103 ag

http://cinspirations.blogspot.co.uk/ 341 ag

Final Christmas share....I think lol

Hello there,

Today's share from me is another Christmas based card...sorry...but he is adorable!

I do spend quite a bit of time looking through all the tutorials available on the Spectrum Noir Website and went through all of the texture ones, like this glorious video HERE, and then I remembered the flicking fur technique...so here he is:

Materials:

Image: Crafter's Companion - Barkley and Friends

Spectrum Noir markers:

GB10, 6, EB1, 2, 6, LG1, 2, IG2,1,BG1, 3, DR5, 6, 7, 

Spectrum Sparkle Pen - Clear, Holly Leaf (tree's, snow, snowmen, clear on flowers and cheese cloth!)

Die'sire Edgeables - Christmas - Snowy Scene (TOP TIP: I cut this up and used it either side of the image, works really well with tiny tree's, fence and Snowmen!)

Papers - Graphic 45 solids pad 

Collal All Purpose and 3D glue gel 

Flowers, leaves and a bit of cheese cloth

Check out the clear Spectrum Sparkle pen on the flowers and the cheese cloth!

Thank you for stopping by, loves ya xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges:

Sparkly Skies...

Hello there,

The Spectrum Sparkle Pens are water based which means I can use them to do colour washes and faux bleaching!

Catch them Quick on Create and Craft!

So, for one of my samples I just had to do a sky!  Love doing colour wash sky's...

Style: A6 fussy cut front edge

Spectrum Sparkle Pens – Aquamarine, clear

Technique – water colour wash plus faux bleaching sky

Stamp – Bloobel Stamps

Spectrum Noir markers: TN2, FS2, 6, 8, GB1, 2, 4, OR1, 2, 3

Neenah solar white, Crafter’s Companion Water Colour card

Crafter’s Companion Matt Black card

Thank you so much for stopping by and I really do appriciate every visit and comment, it is a fabulous feeling to share crafting :D

Make sure you keep your eye's peeled for more Create and Craft show's with the Spectrum Sparkle pens so you can see up close how gorgeous they are xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to enter:

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.co.uk/ 23 ag
http://glitternsparklechallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 166 ag
http://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 89 ag
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/ fun fun fun
http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 257
http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.co.uk/ 291 ag
http://www.addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.com.au/ 174 CAS
http://avenue613.blogspot.co.uk/ 153 ag
http://www.ribbongirls.blogspot.co.uk/ Dec ag

And Let It Snow! Don't blame me....

Hello there,

Now don't go shouting at me I just picked the stamp for the adorable snowmen not the phrase that has you singing that song over and over lol

Its time for another That Craft Place Blog challenge and the theme is Winter/Christmas.

I chose to feature this amazing new digi from the That Craft Place Etsy Store

I have coloured them with Spectrum Noir markers: IG1, 3, 5, BT1, 2, 3,. TB2, 4, 5. DR5, 6
and then I used the gorgeous clear Spectrum Sparkle pen over the top and got a little carried away lol

I hope you can join in our Wintery challenge at That Craft Place Blog this time and thank you so much for visiting xxx

hugs

Sandie xxx

Challenges I'd like to enter:
http://papertakeweekly.blogspot.co.uk/ ag
http://www.addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.com.au/ 173 Any Holiday - Winter hols
http://cinspirations.blogspot.co.uk/ ag
http://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.co.uk/ snowman
http://brownsugarchallenge.blogspot.co.uk/ 175  ag
http://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.co.uk/ 99 ag
http://addictedtocas.blogspot.co.uk/ 78 Joy - these little Snowmen are definately bring joy x