Craft with Carol
This blog is updated once or twice per week to show the cards, bags, boxes and other gifts I make. It also contains all the latest news and product information from Stampin’ Up!
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If you like my makes, I’d love you to join me and Craftalong with me – here are the options:
Crafting with Carol LIVE
Join me on my YouTube channel (@craftycarolscards) or my Facebook page (craftycarolscards) for some live crafting on Tuesdays at 2pm.
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FREE online Craft Class:
Join me to Craftalong together in my FREE online class on the first Thursday of each month at 11am. You need to sign up to my email list to receive the details of the supplies you’ll need and the Zoom link. (There’s no need to download anything – it just opens in your web browser.)
In-person Craft Classes:
My in-person class at my home is held on the third Thursday of each month at 10,30am. Booking is essential. In-person class fees include the class kit and refreshments.
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How to make the most of the Cozy & Bright kit (Part 2)
The Cozy & Bright card kit is far more than just different possibilities for cards. Learn how to use it to make a gift box and gift tags.
How to make the most of the Cozy & Bright kit (part 1)
The new Cozy & Bright kit will make twelve cards, all the same – or you can step it up and make far, far more from the one kit.
Three ways to use embossing powder
This week I’m showing you how to use white embossing powder and inks to produce three different Christmas cards. All too often we tend to get into a rut of only using embossing powder to gloss up sentiments and there is so much more you can do.
How to make a lidded box
Fun fold or bulky cards will not fit in normal envelopes. The simple solution is to make your own lidded box for these types of cards, or for any other small gift. FInd out how in this video. Once you know how it’s quite easy!
24 hour sale Thursday 15th September
Stampin’ Up! has announced a 24 HOUR STAMP SALE on Thursday, September 15th.
Tech 4 Stampers Blog Hop: Favourite technique
The Tech 4 Stampers Blog hop theme this month is – your favourite technique. I’ve chosen what I call the splatter technique.
How to make an accordion card
Accordion cards are real wow cards. Although they are time-consuming to make, accordion cards are not as difficult as they might look. Full written instructions are available in my shop.
How to make a blended silhouette card
How to use blending brushes to make a background for a silhouette card. This card also uses the beautiful Aspen dies.
Stampin’ Up! in Ireland
The Stampin’ Up! Ireland market officially opens for business on 4 October 2022
Quick & Easy Christmas cards
Here are some quick and easy Christmas cards that can be made with any suitable DSP, a coordinating colour card base and a few stamps from Christmas sets you may already have.
