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In the Headlines.....................................................................8-1O
Competition ................................................................................. 49
Giveaways ..............................................................18, 38, 7O, 86
The Creativity Community ...........................................42-43
Vouchers................................................................................. 91-92
Useful templates...............................................................93-95
Shopping list .......................................................................96-97
Special feature
Fathers Day makes ..........................................................14-25
Papercraft
Cover gift projects ................................................................12-13
Pop-up birthday card ..................................................... 26-27
Bon voyage! .......................................................................... 3O-31
Vinyl record card ............................................................... 32-33
Highland greeting ............................................................. 34-35
Die-cut alphabets .............................................................38-4O
Embellished Santoro card ............................................44-45
Goody Bag makes .............................................................46-47
Craft with border dies .....................................................54-55
Pop-up chicken card ...................................................... 56-57
Milestone cards ...................................................................6O-61
Scrapbook know-how .................................................. 66-69
Save the date ........................................................................7O-71
Forest frame ................................................................................ 72
Craft tape gift bows................................................................. 73
Post office playset ............................................................ 76-79
Fun sticker sign ...................................................................8O-81
Afternoon tea invite ........................................................ 82-83
Xcut place setting ..................................................................... 87
Mini party bags ...................................................................88-89
Birthday rosette .........................................................................9O
Home decor
Decoupage drawers ................................................................ 28
Decorated coat hanger..........................................................5O
Upcycled drawers..............................................................52-53
Baby shower decorations ............................................58-59
Soft craft
Baby booties ........................................................................62-63
Painted tee ................................................................................... 64
Three ways with bows ...................................................84-86
Workshops
Technique workshop ......................................................36-37
Tricks of the Trade ............................................................. 74-75
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In the headlines
New Capsule
Collections!
Introducing Geometric Kraft
and Mr Smiths Workshop
There are two brand new Papermania collections on
the scene this month, Capsule Geometric Kraft and
Mr Smiths Workshop, both packed with gorgeous
papers and embellishments. Just like the preceding
Mono, Neon and Mocha collections, Kraft is all about
on-trend geometrics. This range focuses on kraft
browns, navy blues and fun brights, complete with
the collections, now trademark, luxurious gold
foiling. Available in 12 x 12" and 6 x 6" paper packs,
there are lots of designs to choose from for all your
papercrafting needs, along with embellishments,
craft tape, stamps and more.
Mr Smiths Workshop, meanwhile, features an
interesting selection of texture-effect papers, from
rustic woods to distressed brick, brushed metal to
aged surfaces its perfect for all manner of quirky
craft projects, including mixed media scrapbooks,
cards or Father's Day makes. You can also get
your hands on the collection's card packs, die-cut
sentiments, alphabet charms and an assortment of
metal label holders (perfect for using with items from
the Bare Basics range). Our favourites have to be the
Vintage Brads there are three colourways and two
different sizes in every pack. Share your favourites
over on our Facebook page: facebook.com/docrafts.
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Get the look... Create PDT member
Jackie Jaspers (@Jackie-J) egg-cellent chicken OUT AND ABOUT
shaker card, using the ever-versatile Country
Life Ultimate Pack. Add a stamped and heat-
embossed greeting and perfectly-positioned
wooden ower buttons to complete the card.
For the full how-to instructions, visit the docrafts
inspiration gallery page at docrafts.com.
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In the headlines
CRAFTY COMBO
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Adhesive Stencils RRP 3
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Book of the month
I Stamping is a fun-lled book, full of gorgeous projects Papermania Capsule
for you to try. Created by illustrator, designer, photographer Geometric Neon
and all-round crafter, Ishtar Olivera, there are over 1OO Fabric Paint Pink RRP 2
Japanese-inspired stamps to carve, ink and print.
Each of the projects includes beautifully-illustrated
and written step-by-step instructions, complete with a
full materials list so you can ensure you have all of the
essentials to hand. If youve never carved your own stamp
before, theres a handy chapter at the beginning of the book
providing a full breakdown of the tools youll need, stamping
tips and the difference between positive and negative carving
- a must-know when embarking on this craft.
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Must haves
Create precision projects with Xcuts 4-in-1 Embossing Pen
This may look like a regular pen, but dont let those clicky buttons fool you. Each colour
represents a different nib offering a variety of uses for all types of craft activities: piercing
holes, removing bits from intricate dies safe to say its a stash essential. RRP 5.95
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Cover gift projects
Use this months fabulous freebies to spoil Dad and
thank a special someone
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PAPER CRAFT
T
ucked within this issue of Creativity,
youll nd yourself an illustrative Santoro
Decoupage Pack alongside some neat
Mr Smiths Workshop stamps. Craft two
contrasting makes with these great products;
COVER GIFTS
Papermania Mr Smiths Workshop
ideal to give away as quick little gifts for your 75 x 14Ocm Clear Stamp
loved ones. Santoros Gorjuss
Vintage Rose Decoupage
Mr Smiths notebook journal
This sweet booklet would make the perfect
present for your Dad. Decorated with Mr
Smiths Workshop brads, papers and stamps,
its the perfect size for him to pop in his pocket
and jot down quick notes. Make your own book
from scratch, like this project, or follow similar
techniques to renew the cover of a Papermania
Bare Basics Journal.
5 Stamp the plaque onto co-ordinating pads and silicone glue for different heights. Sentiments pack onto Oyster Blush cardstock.
Projects by Mags Woodcock
paper, cut out the centre and around Mat and layer onto a square of Oyster Blush Cut out and ink the edges as before.
the outside. Glue a piece of red Mr Smiths cardstock. Ink the edges with brown ink. Using
Workshop paper in the middle. Stamp and heat
emboss Notes on the plaque and attach to the
an Xcut Corner Punch, round the corners of a
square kraft card blank and a slightly smaller 4 Attach the decoupage and sentiment to
the paper panel and secure to the card
cover with vintage brads. panel of purple Vintage Rose paper. blank with 3D foam pads.
Stock upVisit
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participating docrafts
for moreCreativity
project ideas,
Store.products
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and stockists
for details
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ER ' S D AY
FAT H
a k es
m
An original selection of projects
sure to wow the big guy
D
ads can be notoriously tricky to craft for, but not leather wallet card to store a gift card, photos and
this time We've put our heads together to come personalised messages inside.
up with a selection of great makes that will suit For those of you who have foodie fathers, you can't
any kind of patriarch, ready for the 19th June. Use go wrong with our collection of culinary gifts perfect
the new Mr Smith's Workshop collection to create an for the upcoming barbecue season. Meanwhile, any
impressive, three-dimensional box for a tool-loving tech-savvy guys will love our manly felt tablet case.
Visit docrafts.com for more project ideas, products and stockists
Dad (complete with opening drawer!) or make a faux Grab your tools and let's get started!
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PAPER CRAFT
Toolbox card
What better way to use the weathered metal-style papers from the Mr Smith's Workshop than in a
hand-built toolbox card? It's a card and giftbox in one! Once done, ll with choccies, socks or snacks.
Keyring
Cover a memo block tag with brick-effect
papers and ink the edges. Cut a drawer front
from the printed papers and attach to the tag.
Tuck in charms and embellish with letters. Cut
out the Greatest sentiment and adhere above
the Dad letters. Mix a little brown dye ink with
some gloss varnish and give the tag a thin coat.
Once dry, thread the split ring through the hole
to nish the keyring.
Embellish manly
makes with the
adorable Mr
Smith's Workshop
Project by Mags Woodcock
Charm Pack,
bursting with mini
metal tools.
Tuck this neat little keyring (PMA 3561O2)
inside the box drawer RRP 2
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PAPER CRAFT
fi lm
e a m e c h a n is m t o m o ve t h e
Creat f the camera
in a n d o u t o
s t r ip s
Camera card steps to the right to make the body. Its important
Do you have a happy-snappy picture fanatic in your that you use super-sticky tape! When sticking the
life? What could be more fun than to send a retro, lm strips to the moving plastic, it is vital that the
camera-shaped card with hidden photographs? tape does not extend beyond the plastic strip, as
This pull me, push me design can be adapted to this would prevent the mechanism from moving.
Xcut suit almost any occasion and features wonderful
6 x 6" Embossing Folder
Dogtooth Pattern
papers and vellums from the latest Santoro range,
Vintage Rose. 2 Check that both strips move freely before
continuing on with the next stage. Apply
(XCU 515168) tape to both sides of the camera to seal the
RRP 4
1 Cut black cardstock to measure 15 x 2Ocm
and a second piece to 11.5 x 15cm. Follow the
mechanism. Again, do not stick the tape too close to
the moving elements of card.
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PAPER CRAFT
How to...
create the
mechanism
Decorat
e the f
photos ilm str
to pers ips with
onalise
2 Adhere the scored edge
of the smaller piece to
the notched side of the larger
piece to create a Z-shape
folded card. Cut a plastic strip
to 4.5 x 23.5cm and secure
around the notched area.
3 x 3cm. Once you are happy with the placement lining up the end with the right-
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PAPER CRAFT
a m e ss a ge a n d gi ft c a rd in si de
Kee p
T H E R ' S D AY
FA s
m a k e
Weathered wallet card
Craft a cool coupon to treat your Dad to something
he really loves and slip it inside a stylish,
SARAH personalised 'wallet'. The leather paper technique is
LOVES effective and extremely easy to achieve. Include a
photo for a personalised touch and youve made a
very happy man.
4 Write est. and the year of your choice Slip an embossed gift card inside. Trim a piece
Sentiments
(PMA 157261) under the frame. Go over the top with an of contrasting cardstock to measure 23 x 1Ocm,
RRP 1.5O
embossing pen, sprinkle over clear embossing emboss again and add a panel for a message. Finish
powder and set with a heat gun. with 'Happy Father's Day' and tuck in the big pocket.
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TO GIVE AWAY!
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E R ' S D AY
FATH es
mak
Foodie gifts
Create one-of-a-kind packaging to complement
tasty handmade treats this Fathers Day with
Papermanias Bare Basics and Mr Smiths Workshop
ranges and a lot of double-sided tape! Combine
beer, chocolate, spices and sauces with a dash of
craft and a dollop of love.
Beer hamper
Simply adhere Mr Smiths wood-effect paper
around the outside of a Bare Basics Nesting Box
and add a label holder to the front. Sandwich
two strips of acetate between burlap to create
the handle and attach to the sides with brads. To
construct the internal divider, carefully remove the Papermania
sides of the lid and cut in half. Create two central Mr Smiths Workshop
slits with a craft knife so that both pieces slot Vintage Brads
together. Complete the hamper with individual (PMA 3532O6)
RRP 2.5O
beer wraps made from cardstock and chalkboard
stickers, complete with glitzy die-cut moustaches.
Jar labels
Creating bespoke labels for your gifts is a doddle.
Here weve used Xcuts A6 Galvanised Steel
Embossing Folder on paperstock and applied
alphabet stamps and stickers for the text. What
could be easier?
Chocolate box
Whether you buy a chocolatey indulgence or make
your own, make sure its presented in style.
Cut the template from both kraft card and your
chosen Mr Smiths paper, adhering together with
double-sided tape. Construct the box and secure
the tabs with a glue gun. Add a square of acetate to
the lid to create a viewing window. Insert Mr Smiths
brads in the corners and complete with some twine
and a chalkboard tag.
Survival kit
Fill a container with your Dad's favourite things
Bare Basics large boxes are perfect for housing
items. Heat emboss the handles and insert a
brad into one of the small central aps. Cover the
outside of the box with Mr Smith's paper. Add a
metal label holder and spell out your greeting using
Alphabet Thicker Stickers and letters from the
Ultimate pack.
Papermania
Mr Smith's Workshop
A4 Ultimate Die-cut & Paper
Pack (PMA 16O323)
RRP 11.95
Papermania
Mr Smith's Workshop
Alphabet Thicker Stickers
Visit docrafts.com for more project ideas, products and stockists
(PMA 351751)
RRP 3.5O
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HE R ' S D AY
FAT s
m ak e
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SOFT CRAFT
Felt tablet case from where the two sheets are joined. Sew a line "
This practical present is ideal for a gadget-loving away from the straight top edge of the 5 x 1O" panel
Dad who's never without his iPad. It's a super-soft, and lay it over the other two, so all three layers of
LORNA simple felt make that can be created in any colour. curved corners are lined up at the bottom.
LOVES Simply add rustic wooden buttons and faux suede
cord to nish.
4 Pin these together and sew around the
whole perimeter (including the single-layer
Papermania
up. Sew along the top line, making a panel of
approximately 14" when opened out. Pin the aps 5 Fold the ap over so you now have an 8 x
1O" felt envelope. Cut a strip of Papermania
Bare Basics from the seam allowance at and stitch them Faux Suede Cord to 16" and adhere the top end with
Wooden Buttons Natural down, roughly 5mm away from the seam. a few stitches, just above the edge of the ap. Sew
(PMA 174614)
one Bare Basics Wooden Button on top and another
RRP 2
3 Layer the remaining 8 x 1O" piece over the
rst one, just covering the raw seam edges
directly below, on the main pocket section. Wrap
the cord around the buttons to secure.
Try with
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SOFT CRAFT
Try with
T HE R ' S D AY
FA s
m a k e Xcut Xtra
Adhesive Metal
Xcut
Chronology
Papermania
Papier Patch Deco Sheets
Creativity Essentials
A5 Clear Stamp Set
Effect Sheets Cogs Die Typewriter Alphas Brickwork Background
(XCU 1744O9) RRP 5 (XCU 5O3151) RRP 9.95 (PMA 169324) RRP 2 (DCE 9O7133) RRP 8.95
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PAPER CRAFT
Father's Day scrapbook layout stick to the top centre and left-hand side of the
Its important to hold on to special moments, and page with Anitas Tacky Glue. Ensure that these stick
this scrapbook page is the perfect way to do so. Not down at and there are no creases. FAUVE
every Dad will be around to celebrate Fathers Day LOVES
with, so toast to his memory with this dedicated
layout. Layer die-cut sentiments with personal 5 Make a border of Mr Smiths Workshop
die-cuts down the left-hand side of the
photos and jot down your thoughts on a moveable page, starting on top of the tartan papier patch and
journalling tag. Cheers to the big guy! continuing all the way up to the top of the layout.
Use a combination of label holders and words to
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SOFT CRAFT
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C
raft Planets new range of stickers are full of fun;
and these are a prime example. Use the Birthday
Animals and Alphabet sets to decorate a
colourful and interactive notelet that is sure to bring
joy to any child. The playful characters are propped
up on strips of acetate to add an extra perspective
to the make.
Geraldine
Carruthers 1 To create the card base, fold an A4 piece of
An afternoon make white cardstock in half. Trim two pieces of
cardstock in blue and green to t the inside of the
card and secure with double-sided tape. Cut out
a yellow circle for the sun and attach to the top
left-hand corner (on the blue cardstock) using 3D
foam pads.
GERALDINE
LOVES
2 Trim strips of acetate approximately cm
wide and cut to your required length ours
are approximately 8cm. Fold in half and bend both 4 Construct the grass, following the steps
below, and adhere to the card in rows. Die
ends in enough to make tabs that you can add cut 'Have a great day!' and stick to the front layer
double-sided tape to. These will attach to the inside of grass with Anita's Tacky Glue. Cut around the
of the card as anchors. Adhere one end to the blue acetate on a few more stickers and glue them to
and one to the green and add stickers (still attached the second row of grass.
to the acetate sheet) to the front of the posts.
Craft Planet
Fun Stickers Birthday
3 Die cut three large and two small clouds. Ink MUST HAVES
Animals (CPT 8O5272) the edges and stick to the blue cardstock, Craft Planet Fun Stickers Birthday Animals RRP 1
RRP 1 decorating with Happy Birthday Alphabet Stickers. Fun Stickers Funky Alphabet RRP 1
Cut another strip of acetate and fold in the tabs Xcut A5 Die Set English Countryside Borders RRP 16.96
at each end in a Z shape. Cut around the monkey Alphabet Dies Centurion RRP 12.95
sticker and join to one of the acetate tabs. Stick the Build A Scene Dies Around The World Kinetic RRP 21.95
other end behind the bottom cloud.
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ka e!
k m
Q uic
Decoupage drawers
Get the Bare Basics covered with these versatile patterned sheets
I
n need of an upcycling fix? Papier Patch your sheets into pieces roughly the size of a
Deco Sheets provide an easy and relaxing
way to transform a range of home dcor
large postage stamp and use a paintbrush to
apply glue to the drawers, a small area at a
MUST HAVES
Papermania Bare Basics Square Drawers RRP 4
projects, such as this stylish set of Bare Basics time. Pick up each piece of deco sheet with
Project by Sarah Jackman Read
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Loo k fo r th e lo go
Yo ur ho me fo r all
th ing s cr af t
Bon voyage!
Wish them good luck and safe travels with this quirky card
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Y
ou've just discovered that exciting travel
adventures await for a friend or loved one.
So, what better way to celebrate than with a
fun, nautical-themed card complete with its own
porthole aperture? What's more, Country Life's
Ultimate Pack includes lots of die-cut elements,
including memory pockets perfect if you want to
Sarah Gane tuck a bit of travel money inside the card.
A morning make
1 Using a 6 x 6" white square card blank as
a base, trim a piece of nautical-style blue
striped paper from Papermania's Country Life
collection to t. Adhere it to the front with Anita's
SARAH Tacky Glue and allow to dry.
LOVES
2 Fold the card open and at, with the striped
front facing up, then choose a location for a die-cut 'Eat cake' sentiment from the Country Life
your porthole aperture. We placed ours in a central Ultimate Pack. Cover the text with a smaller piece of
spot towards the top of the card to allow room for linen textured paper from the same sheet and stick
a sentiment in the lower corner, but it'll work pretty with 3D foam squares. Add 'Bon voyage' using the
much anywhere. Put the second-largest die from adhesive letters from the Ultimate Pack.
the Xcut Nesting Circle Set into position and run it
Papermania Mr Smith's
Workshop
through the Xpress die-cutting machine.
5 Create the porthole's glass with the largest
circle die and a sheet of acetate through the
3
Vintage Brads Take the largest die from the nesting circle Xpress machine. Adhere to the inside-front cover
(PMA 3532O6) RRP 2.5O set and place on top of white cardstock. of the card with Tacky Glue. Make the porthole
Run it through the Xpress machine. Repeat with aperture as instructed below. Layer your waves
the wave dies from the Nautical Build-A-Scene set. onto the backdrop using 3D foam squares and stick
Choose a few sun and sea colours from your Artiste it to the inside-front cover of your card to nish.
watercolour pen set. Scribble the brush end on
an acrylic block and add a little water. Blend a few
colours together for a more realistic result. Then,
using a small brush, apply the relevant colours to
MUST HAVES
Papermania Country Life A4 Ultimate Pack RRP 11.95
Artiste your waves and circular backdrop. It's worth testing Mr Smith's Workshop 6 x 6" paper pack RRP 11.95
Watercolour Dual-tip it on a scrap piece of paper beforehand if you can. Xcut Circle Nesting Dies RRP 9.95
Pens & Caddy
Build A Scene Nautical RRP 19.95
(DOA 85131O) RRP 34.95
4 While the waves and sunset are drying,
create the message for the front. Start with
Turn to page 96 to nd the full list of supplies
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M
usic lovers of a certain age will love this fun, the top, slightly shallower than a semi-circle. (Use
vinyl record-themed card. What's more, the inside of the smallest circle from the Xcut Oval
the patterned papers in the Papermania Mr and Circle Tracks Shape Cutter System). Place the
Smiths Workshop 6 x 6" Paper Pack are the perfect two pieces together and sew around the sides and
match for an album, whether its for a birthday or the bottom with a sewing machine. Glue the dust
a wedding anniversary. Try including the title of the jacket along the stitching. Stick on the right-hand
Try with rst dance for a truly personalised project. side of the card inside with Anitas Tacky Glue.
MUST HAVES
Anitas Plain White Vellum Pack RRP 3
Creativity Essentials
A5 Clear Stamp Set Alphabet RRP 8.95
Papermania Mr Smiths Workshop
6 x 6" Paper Pack RRP 4
A4 Ultimate Die-cut & Paper Pack RRP 11.95
Xcut Shape Cutter System Oval & Circle Tracks RRP 11.95
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Highland
greetings
Layer tartan and assemble decoupage
for a beautiful, detailed card
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PAPER CRAFT
1 2 3
4 5 6
W 3
henever there are any last-minute cards Mat the checked sheet on top of the along the card front. Attach the shadow tag to
to make we always reach into our stash silver and adhere to the front of a 5 x 7" the right of the card using foam pads and place
for a helping hand from Anitas Foiled Kraftstax card blank, leaving a thin kraft border. the completed decoupage tag over the top at
Decoupage Sheets. There is a design to suit Cut grey herringbone paper to measure 3 x a different angle. Stick a circular die-cut disc to
practically any occasion, and at just RRP 1 you 3" and glue on top of the silver postage piece the left of the paper strip.
can keep your collection topped up guilt-free! you cut from silver mirror board earlier. Stick this
Craft this striking deer tag using the Highland element to the left-hand side of the card front Stamp the 'With love' sentiment onto a
Golf toppers and combine with checked Santoro at an angle. 6 tag from the sheet with embossing ink.
papers and die-cuts. Sprinkle over silver embossing powder while the
4 Free the stag tag decoupage from the ink is still wet and shake off any excess. Set with
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TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
Master a new way to display your photos
of
Cut cogs out
ff e c t
Xcut Metal E
a in t
Sheets and p
t o d is t r e s s
Keep the
c o lo u r s s
im p le
t o a v o id
o v e r w h e lm
ing
y o u r p ie c
e
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WORKSHOP
VISIT
docrafts.com
for inspiration,
tips and
techniques
To complement this
project, watch our
video to learn how to
distress paper edges.
This technique uses a
craft knife or a pair of
scissors, as Fauve has
done for her canvas.
2
4 5 7
on top and around the embellishments using You may want to adhere certain pieces with die-cut letters with brown pigment ink and
your fingers or a make-up sponge. 3D foam pads to stand out and add dimension. copper embossing powder. Set with a heat tool
Stick your chosen photo in the middle of the to create beautiful and realistic-looking metallic
with brown and black ink. Adhere to the middle canvas. Distress the die-cut Headliner letters dimension. You can also add depth by using
of the canvas using Anitas Tacky Glue. with black ink and leave them to dry. Take a foam dots for some of the letters and double-
piece of paper, push it into some white ink sided tape for the others. Layer them over the
Pop out some Mr Smiths Workshop die- and swipe across the black letters for a dry- photo and the die-cuts, ensuring that you are
5 cuts and layer them in opposite corners. brushed look. Cover a selection of the Wedding not hiding any important details.
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raft a striking mini book using one simple die. Take a sheet of kraft cardstock and die cut
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These personalised alphabet journals make the same letter through the Xpress Machine.
great presents and are swift and easy to create. Use a pokey tool to remove any ddly die-cut
TO GIVE AWAY! Pick and choose colours from the Papermania
Capsule Colossal Cardstock pack and combine with
sections, so you are left with a detailed ligree letter.
Place to one side, along with the coloured cover.
Xcut Adhesive Metal Effect Sheets for an eye-
catching nish. These little beauties are as simple to
make as they look and are sure to bring a smile to 4 Trim a square of Xcut Metal Effect Sheet so
that its just bigger than the letter die. Peel
someones face! off the sticky backing and adhere this to the front of
the journal. Place the die-cut cover over the top to
in place with a strip of craft tape and run through Glue. Make sure that you have covered all areas so
the Xcut Xpress Machine. Discard the die-cut that the whole letter sticks to the journal. Carefully
ligree letter, as all you need is the silhouette in the place it in the middle of the letter silhouette and
coloured cardstock. leave to dry.
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Die-cut wall art
The Filigree Alphabet Dies are just the thing to 4 Cut Eat and Sleep in contrasting fonts,
both in white cardstock. Arrange all of the
combine with other letters for bold creations. As letters and shapes onto a 12 x 12" sheet of Capsule
KIM
an added bonus, they are the perfect size to create Geometric Kraft paper and stick down when happy
wall art with endless possibilities. with the layout.
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12 x 12" Paper Pack
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Xtra Metal Effect Sheets RRP 5
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3 Die cut two ag pennants from the Mini
Bunting Die Set with Metal Effect Sheets.
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The Creativity Community
Meet the
MAKER
We talk to long-running PDT
member Mags Woodcock
What inspired you to
start crafting?
I crafted with my Mum
from a very early age
you could say its in my
genes. My career has
always involved creating things, rstly as a
orist and now as a cook at our local farm shop.
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Star letter
wins 5O
worth of craft
Ask the
team
In the gallery
goodies! Some of our favourite projects
Got a question?
Get in touch!
shared with us online
Hi everyone,
I have a wide range of
new docrafts stamps
and I clean them as per
the instructions and let
them air dry but they
dont stick to the plastic
sheet. I have got the
proper storage folder to
store them in. Anyone
STAR LETTER else have this or can
recommend anything?
Hello Creativity, Thanks, Carrie
Here is a photo of a card I made using Country Life
papers. I used your 'Craft with polka dots' project in PDT members Jackie
the March issue (68) as inspiration. The Country Life and Julie Hole say:
papers are great to use: one of my favourite kits yet! Jackie: When I get
Heather Kersey this problem I wash Claire Boelema via Facebook #docraftsmonday
the stamp in a mild
Creativity says: detergent, rinse and
Thank you for sending in your card Heather, its air dry.
beautiful! We love it when readers are inspired by Julie: The sheet you're
makes in the magazine. Be sure to keep an eye trying to stick them to is
out for more fabulous projects using Papermania's probably coated in the
Country Life collection throughout the rest of this manufacturing film too.
issue and on the @docraftsteam inspiration gallery Try giving that a wash in
page over at docrafts.com. mild soapy water!
the month
How to use
crackle glaze
Spruce up tired frames
and furniture with an
on-trend distressed look
with the help of Artistes
Speciality Crackle
Medium. Visit http://bit. Get
ly/1ME96xW to find out
how. Watch more videos
featured!
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at youtube.com/docrafts. Nicola Forrest via Instagram #docrafts
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Embellished
Santoro card Say hello to the new 'gorjuss girls'
with a light, layered notelet
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4 5 6
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antoro fans will be thrilled to hear that Watercolour Pens. To get the full watercolour Cover the gorjuss girl and make tiny
this month marks the arrival of four effect, draw on a clear stamp block and add splatter marks over the papers with
new characters. Craft with The Little water. Apply the colour to the paper with a clean Artiste Spritzing Inks and a small paintbrush.
Friend and her sweet mouse companion paintbrush, lling in the different sections. Test it out on a separate piece of paper rst to
in this fresh, detailed project. The Vintage ensure you dont cover the surface too heavily.
Rose collections printed papers and vellums
co-ordinate awlessly with the new range 3 Trim a piece of Santoro paper to a 13.5cm
square and distress the edges with a pair Cut a card blank down to size with a
of embellishments, making contemporary of scissors. Cut a separate sheet to measure 12 x 6 paper trimmer and attach the decorated
papercraft easy. Time to pick up our scissors 12cm and a piece of vellum to an 11.5cm square. panel. Add a nice scattering of adhesive gems
and enjoy! Glue all three together, with the vellum on the to nish.
top and the largest piece at the bottom. Sew
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here are endless possibilities for what you Rip Owl Folk Flowers deco sheets into little
can cover with Papier Patch Deco Sheets;
cards, furniture, stationery even cars!
pieces. In small sections, cover the hanger
with Anitas Tacky Glue and adhere the sheets
MUST HAVES
Anitas Tacky Glue RRP 1
Project by Lorna Slessor
(Its true, we saw it on Pinterest.) This month randomly, layering more glue on top. Fussy Artiste Gloss Varnish RRP 2
were adorning our wooden hangers with the cut the flowers and leaves and arrange evenly Papermania Papier Patch Owl Folk Flowers RRP 2
patterned must-haves for a flash of colour over the hanger. Once dry, finish with a coat of Xcut 5" Precision Scissors RRP 6.95
every time you open your cupboard doors. Artiste Gloss Varnish.
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f you want to give your favourite space a bit Paint a triangle in your chosen colour
of a refresh without having to sacrice your of Artiste paint. If youre working on a
bank balance, upcycling is a great way to go. particularly dark piece of furniture you may nd
Pieces manufactured in the 5Os, 6Os and 7Os that you need to do three or four coats to achieve
are beautifully designed (and often have more an even coverage - let each layer of paint dry before
storage than you can throw a few Ultimate Die- applying the next one.
cut Packs at), and act as a great blank canvas for
Aisha Green
A weekend make
contemporary home dcor projects. Enter Artiste
paints and Papermania stencils 6 Once you have completed the nal coat of
paint, carefully remove the tape and leave
the drawers to dry completely.
Papermania Capsule
Geometric Mocha
Teardrop Stencil
(PMA 5O3277)
RRP 3 1 Place the teardrop stencil onto the area you
wish to cover, ensuring that it is all adhered. 2 If the stencil overlaps another section, use
tape to mask off the area.
Stick it!
Masking tape roll
(STI 7OOO) RRP 2
3 Paint over the stencil in a dabbing motion.
Leave to dry and apply a second coat. 4 Remove the stencil while the paint is still
wet. If it has bled, leave to dry before xing.
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Craft with border dies! Cut cardstock and combine shapes with this
nifty little stash staple
Artiste Watercolour Dual-tip Pens RRP 12.95 Xcut A5 Die Set Leaf Borders RRP 19.95
Must haves
Creativity Essentials A5 Clear Stamp Set Folk Floral RRP 5 Artiste Pigment Ink Pad Black RRP 2
E 2
ver wondered what to do with those long, cardstock. Create a rectangular aperture down Align a metal ruler from the top right-
decorative dies? Were here to show you! the right-hand side of the card. Position the hand corner to the bottom right-hand
Cut a detailed aperture and embellish with vines corner die from the Xcut Leaf Borders Die corner, joining the ends of the two cut-outs.
intricate die-cuts, all created with the same Set at the top of the card blank with one end Use a craft knife to cut a straight line between
versatile, multi-use tools. Make this pretty oral pointing down the middle of the card and the them. Repeat with the left-hand corners of the
card by adapting the way you use your border other facing towards the right-hand edge. Run die-cuts and remove the cardstock rectangle to
dies and pair with Folk Floral for a sweet, it through the Xcut Xpress Machine and repeat. create an aperture.
feminine touch. The second time around, position the die at the
bottom of the card blank, mirroring the one
3 Die cut the straight vine from the Xcut
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Di sp la y a fl ow er
in si de th e ap er tu re
us ing fi sh ing wi re
or th re ad
Essentials Folk Floral Stamp Set in black between each colour to prevent them from
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ards these days are so much more than just a Fussy cut 11 egg shapes around the chicken-
folded piece of paper! With a bit of technique patterned paper. Ink the edges and place
and a little imagination, you can create a one in the middle of each panel with foam pads.
greeting that is enough to astonish any recipient. Cut small eggs in co-ordinating paper and place two
for inspiration,
5 Cut two strips of cardstock for the supports.
MUST HAVES
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Adhesive Pearls RRP 1.5O
Bare Basics Raffia RRP 2.5O
Country Life Ultimate Die-cut &
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Xcut Mini Die Hello RRP 2.5O
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Paper garland
4 Continue adhering the shapes to the
3 Complete the gluing procedure as
2 Take a sheet of A4 paper and draw lines paper layers. Cut a length of string and stick
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De co ra te wi th die - cu ts
San dwi ch coc kta il sti cks in fr om th e Ne w Ba by
bet we en sca llop ed cir cle s Ic on s Di e Se t
Project by Suzie Attaway
1 2 6
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Baby milestone cards
Little ones grow up so fast before you know
of notelets. Make a simple box to keep them
in and decorate with teeny Geometric Neon 1 Cut a number of 1O.5 x 14.5cm panels
from white cardstock. (The quantity will
it theyre not so little anymore! Document bunting, so they can be treasured forever. With depend on how many cards you wish to make).
those precious growing-up memories, from luxurious heat embossing and a clean finish, Cover several of the card panels with a paper of
first smiles to initial steps, with a lovely set theyre the perfect gift for a new Mum-to-be. your choice from the Geometric Neon Ultimate
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Craft
C ft Pl
Planett
Acrylic Felt Light Green
(CPT 7OO7)
RRP 5Op each
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Xcut
Nesting Dies
Project by Lorna Slessor
Scalloped Circle
3 With a ne needle and co-ordinating
coloured thread, sew around the edge of 4 Take the front panel and fold in half to
identify the centre point. Pin this to the (XCU 5O34O8)
RRP 9.95
the sole with a whipstitch, joining the back panel to front of your sole. Pin the rest around the shoe,
the heel. Tie off neatly with a small knot. overlapping the back piece, and whipstitch in place.
Turn to page 96 to nd the full list of supplies used to create this project
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Painted tee
Spruce up a simple white top with ombr
stencilling and blended colours
ci l
Ad he re th e st en
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M ix w it h w hi te a n
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Project by Lorna Slessor
Turn to page 96 to find the full list of supplies used to create this project
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Must haves
Customise clothes and more with Artiste fabric paints
There are endless possibilities when it comes to using these silky-smooth beauties.
Available in eight versatile colours, the paints transform fabric in an instant and work
wonders with striking stencils. RRP 2
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Afternoon makes oarding all of those little leftovers from your
crafting sessions? Cant bear to throw away 2 Slide one of the scraps into the glue-
covered corner of an A4 sheet of cardstock,
such pretty packaging? Look no further! Most lining it up with the edges.
of you have probably been in a scenario where
youve finished a project and are left with a bundle
of leftovers. (Its not a bad position to be in!). Collect 3 Add another scrap, aligning it with the side
edge of the corner scrap. Continue to add
enough itty, bitty pieces and youve got yourself more until the cardstock is completely covered.
enough remnants to make a whole new project or Some of the pieces may overhang at the top or side
three. You never know, you may even make another dont worry about this, simply trim and neaten
project from these scraps! later. Leave the cardstock base to air-dry for at
least half an hour. When dry, neatly snip away any
TOP TIP Scrapbook page overhanging scraps.
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Notebook cover
Use uniform shapes, such as squares, rectangles, 5 Continue to adhere more square scraps,
lining them up with those added previously
diamonds or hexagons, to create a more structured to create a patchwork effect.
look to the previous projects.
Create your own notebook in just a few Thread a needle with some thin jute twine. At Continue this running stitch until the last
minutes. Gather some paper any size and the first hole, point the needle out over and hole. Turn and repeat the other way to have a
fold in half. Using a ruler and pencil, mark out through the next hole, needle facing fold, so a complete running stitch inside the fold and on
five evenly-spaced points along the centre. strip of thread appears on the spine. the spine. Tie off to finish.
TurnVisit docrafts.com
to page 96 to findfor
themore project
full list ideas, used
of supplies product and stockists
to create this project
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Xcut
A5 Die Set Wedding
Alphabet & Numbers
(XCU 5O3266)
RRP 19.95
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ts become customary to send out Save the Cut out the banner closely with a pair of
date cards when your wedding is announced, small scissors, leaving a very ne border.
before you have all the details nalised. A simple Glue to the postcard so that the stamped banner
postcard is an easy way to do this, as you dont overlaps the heart aperture, attaching at the sides
need to include a whole lot of information beyond of the vellum.
the names of the couple and your chosen date.
Katy Leitch
This layered make is sweet and rustic, yet has an
element of luxury with gold foiling and metallic 4 Die cut letters to spell out Save the date
from two sizes of letter dies. Use the
An afternoon make heat embossing. Although the design looks fairly Wedding Alphabet and Numbers set for the Save
complex, its easy to assemble in a production- and Date and cut The from the Alphas Mini Dies.
line style especially if you rope in a couple of Make the numbers needed for the date in the same
bridesmaids for a cardmaking session! large dies.
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Forest frame
Die cut an intricate work of woodland splendour
W
ith Xcut, there is no limit to the Cut out the centre of a 5 x 7" card front
transformation a sheet of cardstock to the width you require. Die cut the foliage
can undergo. Detailed cuttings can be in different colours of cardstock, arrange MUST HAVES
Artiste Pigment Ink Pad
created in seconds and layered up to make around the frame and glue in place. Cut
Project by Sarah Jackman Read
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here are lots of ways that craft tape can of the strip into the centre to form one loop.
be incorporated into your projects. These Instead of folding straight over like a bow, twist
gorgeous bows will certainly jazz up any the end 9O when doing so. Repeat with the MUST HAVES
Papermania Mr Smiths Workshop
present, floral bouquet or gift bag. opposite side. Push a brad through the pierced
Project by The Creativity Team
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TRICKS OF THE TRADE
Create gorjuss imagery with Santoros new pens
WORKSHOP
W
atercolours are big right now. Embrace the such as her earphones with the thinner end of the
trend and combine with Santoros Gorjuss dual-tip pens.
girls for a charming Thank you card. Stamp
the character and her co-ordinating frame and
decorate with beautiful colours, blended together 3 Make a watercolour background by
scribbling blue pens onto an acrylic stamp
with a dash of water. This pretty project can be block and adding lots of water to mix them
made with any of the brand new, or pre-existing, together. Paint the diluted colour across a piece of
Jo Boland characters, using the Watercolour Dual-tip Pens to cardstock or watercolour paper with a larger paint
An afternoon make recreate the exact colouring. Follow this tutorial for brush in wide, sweeping movements. Trim so that
Turn to page 96 to nd the full
the best ways to use them! an A5 kraft card blank forms a border and adhere to
list of craft supplies used to the front when dry.
make Jos project
1 Cover your 'gorjuss girl' stamp with black
dye ink and print the image onto smooth
white cardstock or watercolour paper. Be sure to 4 Cut out your gorjuss girl and stick her in
the centre of your card with 3D foam pads.
use dye ink rather than pigment ink to help prevent Stamp and paint a selection of owers from the
bleeding when the watercolours are painted on. frame that comes with the Little Song character,
Leave to dry or speed-dry with a heat tool before using the same technique as before. Fussy cut them
adding any colour. out and arrange in an oval shape around the girl
JO with more 3D foam pads. Make sure to leave a gap
LOVES
2 Take a clear stamp block and scribble colour
onto it with the brush tip of the Santoro
in the top right-hand corner for a sentiment.
Santoro
Watercolour Dual-tip
Pens Brights
(GOR 8511O1)
RRP 12.95 1 2
Creativity Essentials
A5 Clear Stamp Set Trad
Sentiment (DCE 9O7118)
RRP 8.95
3 4
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Top tip
Precision is key with
this make; use paper-
folding tools to ensure
that your till has
crisp edges
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A day make hat could be more exciting for a small on its side. Draw around it twice onto another piece
Turn to page 96 to find the full child than their very own little workspace, of corrugated card and cut out two side panels. Tape
list of craft supplies used to pretending to be a grown-up for the day? together securely to make the main structure. (A
make Laura and Tia's project From the simplest of materials you can craft a till, template download can be found at docrafts.com).
envelopes, a book of postage stamps and a foam
franking stamp for them to play with to their hearts
content. Better yet as well as having fun crafting, 2 The base of a shadow box makes the perfect
drawer for the till. To create, draw around the
children can practise and perfect their maths skills, side of the box, lining it up against the front of the
counting and using money in the till. There are hours till. Cut out carefully with a sharp craft knife. Snip
of fun to be had! a small U shape in the middle of one side of the
shadow box to allow it to be pulled open. Paint the
Post office till box a couple of coats of red and leave to dry. Once
1 2
3 4
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5 6
5 Cut an Xcut Xtra Adhesive Chalkboard sheet
to 21 x 8cm. Use the 2-in-1 Corner Punch to
round the edges and adhere to the front of the till.
Stamp book
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the acetate, sew a line of stitching down the centre in the envelopes while they play with their mini post
fold from the inside. ofce set!
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Top tip
Cut around the sticker's
acetate packaging and
adhere certain designs
with 3D foam pads
PAPER CRAFT
I
f youve not yet seen the latest colourful
collection of Craft Planet Stickers, then its time
to get excited! They come in a range of designs
GERALDINE for many great projects and are the perfect answer
LOVES to your kids crafting needs. This lettered door
hanger is made with the simplest of methods and
brought to life by patterned balloons and birds.
Try with
Craft Planet Fun Stickers
If the adorable hot air balloons are not enough for you, take
a peek at the whole range of Fun Stickers. Where else can
you nd moustaches, ballerinas and foxes in one place?
Keep little girls entertained with pretty princesses and Alice
in Wonderland, while the boys will love the cool tanks and
quirky aliens. Even adorn grown-up makes with cute owls,
Russian dolls and a funky alphabet. At just RRP 1 per sticker
sheet, they're the perfect pocket money treat.
Craft Planet Fun Stickers Glasses & Moustaches (CPT 8O5266), Princesses
(CPT 8O5276), Funky Alphabet (CPT 8O5265), Army (CPT 8O5269), Aliens
(CPT 8O527O) All RRP 1
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heres nothing quite as lovely as receiving
details for an exciting occasion in the post
even better when its made with love! Hand
craft your very own invitations with pretty pastel
shades, tear-off sections and a sweet vintage feel.
How to... Combined with die-cut elements and hand-drawn
perforate illustrations its the perfect way to unleash your
sections creativity and make your guests feel special.
1 Measure 1Ocm up
from the bottom on
bright pink card behind the hearts on the teabag
and the round biscuit.
the back. Mark 1O.5cm in to
the halfway point.
2 Lay the die-cut pieces onto your cardstock
and move them around until youre happy
with the positioning. While youre doing this, think
about where your lettering will go.
lightly to perforate the line. Pens. Draw onto a clear stamp block and add water
with a paintbrush to blend and lighten shades. Paint 6 In the right-hand box, stick down the round
biscuit and include details of the RSVP date.
the larger letters on your invite and, when the paint Adhere the rest of the die-cut elements, making
is dry, use the fine end of the pen to draw shadow sure the YUM biscuit is placed so that it overlaps
directly onto the letters. Brush on the large RSVP, the teacup.
bunting, map and flowers in the same way, adding
cute details such as spots and stripes directly with
the pens. MUST HAVES
Artiste Watercolour Dual-tip
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be fo re
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Three ways with...
BOWS
Add a touch of cuteness
to any project
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Pet collar
Glitter bows
BOW IDEAS
Loop onto ribbon for a pretty necklace
Adhere paper bows to gift tags
Projects by Amy Surey
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Bow tie card through the Xcut Xpress Machine in a Honeycomb
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Xcut place setting
Decorate your tables with intricate filigree designs
Adhere the two leaves to the bottom of the Papermania Embossing Powder Gold RRP 4
stack so that they protrude from beneath the
flowers. Use small pieces of double-sided tape 4 Wrap the vellum around the centre of
the card and align the name slightly
Xcut A5 Dies Set Filigree Layered Flower RRP 19.95
6 x 6" Embossing Folder Small Polka Dot RRP 4
to keep the flower flat. to the right. Secure in place on the inside. To
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Mini party bags
Construct some krafty die-cut containers
with stylish neon accents
PAPER CRAFT
F 3
or those of you who are yet to discover the Use two matching bow pieces from the
joys of the Geometric Kraft Ultimate Pack, die-cut sheet. Curl the ends of the top piece
its brimming with lovely patterned papers to create a soft bow and push a brad through the
and quick, fun projects to piece together. Make a pre-punched hole in the centre. Attach both ends
selection of sweet little totes from the sheets of using the holes. Place the ribbon tail piece behind
die-cuts and embellish with co-ordinating goodies. and feed the brad through the centre hole. Fold out
These would be great to keep small gifts in or even the brad arms, pushing them at against the back
Jo Boland use as cute storage containers. of the bow. Attach it along with a die-cut sentiment
Morning makes to the front of your bag with double-sided tape or
Papermania
Mini Brads Metallic
(PMA 37411O4)
RRP 3
1 2
Papermania Capsule
Spots & Stripes Pastels
Baker's Twine (PMA 1712O1)
RRP 5.95
Papermania Capsule
Geometric Kraft
A4 Ultimate Die-cut &
Paper Pack (PMA 16O246)
RRP 12.95
3 4
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Birthday rosette
Show off on a special occasion with a sparkly die-cut badge
A
birthday celebration wouldnt be complete Onto the assembly attach the vellum circle
without a rosette, no matter what your
age. With the help of Xcut dies and snazzy
to a pink die-cut with double-sided tape. Apply
foam squares to the back of the turquoise disc
MUST HAVES
Papermania Glitter Dot Stickers Flourishes Teal &
glitter stickers, you can whip one up in no and secure directly over the vellum. Stick craft
Pink RRP 1
time at all. Cut four circles using the second tape to both sides of a 2O x 1.5cm strip of white Capsule Geometric Neon Craft Tape RRP 3
Project by Aisha Green
largest die from the nesting pack two pink, cardstock and fold in half to create a V shape. Xcut 6 x 6" Embossing Folder Polka Dot RRP 4
one vellum and one turquoise. Stick glitter Attach to the back of the rosette using a Hot Nesting Dies Circle RRP 9.95
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