The First Edition markers have joined my craft stash

The new First Edition twin markers have finally moved in! And I must admit that I am very impressed with the fine nibs, which are great for detailed and precise work - and that, unlike ProMarkers, without the extra expense for especially fine nibs.

Here is the first card for which I used the First Edition markers by Trimcraft as well as products from their Santoro's Willow collection. For the background I deliberately coloured in small sections at a time with the fine nib to achieve more like a parchment effect. I really like the vibrant colours, which compliment the peacock feather and the brown glitter card by Dovecraft. And this glitter card does not shed and works well for die-cuts without creating a glittery mess in the die-cutting machine.

A product list and step-by-step instructions are again in my Trimcraft gallery.

Storage - just prettier

             

Cardboard storage boxes are inexpensive and useful, but most of them do not actually look that good. So I thought that Deco Mache decoupage papers by Trimcraft in combination with some other craft products could make a real difference.

I like the shape and size of the long Tjena boxes from IKEA - and as they are available in white, it is not even necessary to prime them with a light colour before applying Deco Mache papers. I opted to improve this one with Deco Mache papers in contrasting colours and to embellish it then with a Santoro Mirabelle decoupage image and die-cuts created with Santoro's Willow dies and First Edition alphabet dies. I deliberately concentrated on the lid, as I intend to keep the box in a drawer with a frosted glass front. And pretty boxes behind the glass just look better than a wild collection of items.

A product list and step-by-step instructions for this project are again available in my Trimcraft gallery.

I think I will make a few more of these boxes over the next months. They are an attractive way of keeping drawers with glass fronts or open cupboards/shelves organised. And now that I need a lot less cards for my personal use it is also nice to have some other craft projects lined up.

Santoro Mirabelle Notebook

I recently purchased a notebook for training notes, but they can be so uniform and downright boring. So I opted for a soft cover notebook from Ryman's, which is really nice to the touch, and decided to enhance it with a Santoro Mirabelle centre piece.

The topper consists of white heavyweight cardstock covered in Santoro Mirabelle deco mache papers and adorned with Santoro Mirabelle images and embellishments. I just love this collection by Trimcraft, and it will be nice to have a Santoro Mirabelle creation with me at work.

A product list for this project and step-by-step instructions are available in my Trimcraft gallery.

And some more Bohemian style cards

Bohemian - Just For You

What can be nicer than crafting with some a bit bolder and summery colours when it is so cold, wet and relatively chilly outside? The weather has been pretty poor all week and today it is even more like autumn due to strong winds. But at least Dovecraft's Bohemian collection provides a bit of colour on a dull day.

Bohemian - Peacock Shaker Card

Nearly all products used for these cards are by Trimcraft. I only added card blanks, teal cardstock, kraft card and acetate. In addition, I used a black ink pad and ProMarkers to colour in the rose. Full product lists are in my Trimcraft gallery. You can also find step-by-step instructions for both cards there.

Bohemian Stag

For the card in this post I have gone all colourful with the Dovecraft Bohemian collection. The photo does not even give the beautiful floral paper with a gorgeous pearlescent sheen justice. I added lace ribbons and a wooden shape for a bit more rustic feel for this nature-themed project.

And colouring in the stamped image of the stag was so relaxing. Just what I needed after a busy week.

I have again prepared a product list and step-by-step instructions. Both can be found in my Trimcraft gallery.

And if you like the Bohemian products as much as I do, remember to enter Trimcrafts's monthly competition by 30 June 2015 to be in with a chance to win a paper pad and some embellishments.

Here come the boys

Belle & Boo - Gone Fishing

It was really time to work again with the Belle & Boo collection by Trimcraft and to create some cards with those adorable images. For the two cards featured in this post I concentrated on the boys. It is so refreshing to have craft products that also cater for them.

Product lists and step-by-step intructions for both cards are again available in my Trimcraft gallery. Just click onto the titles below the images to be taken through directly to the details for the card in question.

Belle & Boo - Birthday Boy

Two Santoro Cards

Santoro Mirabelle - Little Feathered Friend

The gorgeous Santoro Mirabelle and Santoro's Willow products by Trimcraft are, of course, not only suitable for stroking and creating home decor items. So it is really time to share some cards with you.

All products used for these two cards are from the Santoro collections and arranged on Dovecraft 6" x 6" card blanks. For full products lists and step-by-step instructions please refer to my Trimcraft gallery.

And the cards in this blog post do not even require the use of a die-cutting machine.

Santoro's Willow - For You