Happy Father's Day!

We hope that everyone had a lovely fathers day yesterday, whether you are the spoilt father or just enjoying the family time!

It can be really hard sometimes to think of nice original gifts, which is why we love getting crafty and inspired.

So 'get your craft on' for the great Father's Day projects below from Crafty Guy Brett, visit Brett's blog here, he transforms an average gift and makes it so much more special. Details of how to make are on Brett's blog.

Thanks Brett!

 

More Father's Day stamps, made using the stampmaker kit........

More background decorative stamping

I made this page for a LIFT challenge and I couldn't resist adding a few stamps here and there.

The clock2 stamp designed by Teresa Collins that was included in the kit when I received my stampmaker

The lovely ornament arrow is from the November free download

Hearts in a row is from August free download

What you need

White CS, PP from YouDo, October afternoon, Crate and Studio Calico, Stamps using the Photocentric/Teresa Collins stamp maker (August, November designs and Teresa Collins designs),  mist, distresses, stitching. Flair from Cr8tivecr8tions, leaf, clothes pin and decorative clip from YouDo, staples, 

What to do

1) Mist onto the white CS, let dry and freehand cut of the edges.

2) Stitch down to the green dotted PP from YouDo. 

3) Make a confetti envelope
4) Cut out the pieces of PP and ink all edges. lay out but do not glue down just yet.

5) Add the stamps

6) Glue down, let dry and add some decorative stitching

7) Add details and freehand cut butterflies.

8) Enjoy

Thats all for this time ♥ Petra

Stamps as part of the background and title

Hi there, it is Petra posting.

This page is made for a The Studio Challenges and the challenge was to use stitching. Well I did but I also used several stamps.I love using stamps as part of the background as well as for decoration or part of the title.

This lovely stamp is from the Free November 2012 download. 

This stamp part of the title is from the Father's Day Free stamp download, as well as on the background.

What you need

PP Grace Taylor Millie's Garden Scrapbook papers from Trimcraft, Stamps using the Photocentric/Teresa Collins stamp maker (see further doown),  mist, distrsses, Crafter's Workshop stencils, Tim Holtz Grungeboard, gesso, stitching. StazOn.

What to do

1) Use the masks and distress ink to create the backgorund on a white CS

2) Frehand cut the stripes for the top and bottom, stitch on

3) Add the stamps and also stamp 'Tge world's best' on a piece of PP of neutral color

4) Cut out several pieces of theMillie's Garden collection including the butterflies.

5) Ink all edges using distress ink

6) Glue down, let dry and add some decorative stitching

7) Mist some chipboard for the title and add.

8) Enjoy

And here are the stamps I used:
  

You can go find the stamps during the different free downloads or you can just grab those 4 stamps right here.

That's all for today - see you soon.

Petra ♥

Now in HOBBYCRAFT!!

    We are SO excited!

Our newly packaged Teresa Collins stampmaker kit is now available in all Hobbycraft stores throughout the UK!!! 

It's also available to buy online here on the Hobbycraft website!!

Father's Day cards

I made a new stamp design for the upcoming Father's day and a few cards. You are welcome to download the stamp designs and use for your own projects.

Click here to download the stamp designs.

What you need

Father’s Day stamp design

Straw and black Cardstock, Teresa Collins Vintage Findings collection, wood veneer hearts from Studio Calico, Doilies, StazOn, distress ink.

What to do

1) Cut out 3 card bases from the Straw CS and fold to 4x6”

2) Cut out 3 pieces of black CS slightly smaller than 4x6”

3) Stamp onto pieces of PP of the TC Vintage findings.

4) Cut out several pieces of the collection and make sure you mix the light beige colored layers with the darker black.

5) Ink all edges using distress ink (I used Brushed corduroy)

6) Lay out every piece on top of the black CS. when you are happy glue down the bottom layers and then stich the edges

7) Lay out the top layers

8) Add some small decorations such as punched hearts and wood veneers

See you soon ♥ Petra

Altered glasses case

This year I found out I need glasses, not all the time, just when I read, and scrap and use the computer.. .so I guess almost all the time LOL.
Anyway of course I just had to do something to that not-so-pretty glasses case that came along.

What you need:
A glasses case, a tissue in colors that you like, a few pieces of coordinating paper, some flowers, some bling and the January Free stamp download.

What to do:
1) First stamp on the tissue and let it dry completely.
2) Add the tissue (just one layer) to the case using decoupage glue.
3) Let it dry and add a second coat of decoupage.
4) Add a few decorations.

See you soon ♥ Petra

Finally springtime

Have you used the March free stamp designs? I have, several times and I just adore the designs. This is my latest page:

What you need:
March free stamp download, White CS, Masks, Distress ink. Teresa Collins Stationary Noted Collection, a large Doily and some turquoise CS. For the title I used my Silhouette but you can use ant thickers or make your own stamps for the title instead.

What to do:
1) I stamped onto the centre of the doily and cut out the stamped image. This way I get a sheer image to use as a decoration. 
2) I made the background using several different masks and distress ink.   
3) Then I cut out several bits and pieces from the TC Stationary Noted 6x6 paper collection and laid it out together with the photo. 
4) When I had all in place I removed and added the bird, dandelion and text stamps. 
5) And then I laid everything back on the page and glued down. 
6) I added a few bits of decoration. 
7) To make the title “Äntligen vår”= “finally spring” I used the Silhouette.

It is  a good idea to lay everything out on the page but not mount it. This way you can easily add the stamps when you have figured out where they should be. Repeating the same stamped image is nice to the eye.



Thanks and see you soon ♥ Petra

New Look - Teresa Collins!

We are excited to show off the new look Teresa Collins stampmaker, this has now been launched by our new UK distributor - Trimcraft. We love the design which includes new negatives, most importantly Teresa herself loves it too! 

Read more about our Teresa Collins stampmaker on the Trimcraft blog.

AND it gets better!! The Teresa Collins stampmaker is now available to buy in your local UK Hobbycraft store! 

 

photo via Trimcraft

Amazing FREE negatives

We had to share this!  Follow the links to download the fab free stampmaker negatives courtesy of the lovely Christine Illis, just a lilttle taster below but there are lots more on her blog. I'm loving the French theme inspired by Version Scrap :)

direct download here

Merci beaucoup Christine!

Visit Christine's blog for more stampmaker inspiration

Version Scrap - Paris!

Getting crafty in Paris!  Lots of stampmaker demos and crafts happening at the moment at Version Scrap in Paris, photos and projects to follow this week from our favourite crafters!  Crafters are being invited to make their own stamp at the Kerglaz stand, if you are there - pop along and join in :)

FREE March 2013 download stamp designs

Spring is in the air! With that in mind Brie has put together a great collection

of designs for the FREE March downloads. 

To download your free stamp designs and print off your negative - download from here!

Stampmaker video with Spanish instructions

Check out our latest video...stampmaker instructions in Spanish.

Instrucciones en español imagepac stampmaker

Happy Valentines xx

 

Big thanks to Julie Jacob for this Valentine's stampmaker project.

What you need

Patterned Paper - Teresa Collins- Stationery Noted (Journaling Cards paper, Polaroid paper), 6x6 paper pad

Die Cuts - Teresa Collins - Stationery Noted
February stamp download & TC Stampmaker
Embossing Ink - Tim Holtz
Gold embossing powder - Recollections
Border punches - Fiskars
Heart punch
Dictionary paper
Wood veneer letters & arrows - Studio Calico
Kraft cardstock
Stapler - Tim Holtz Tiny Attacher
Gold paper clip
Heart Doily
Mist - Studio Calico (Schoolhouse)
Gold craft paint - Martha Stewart
Harlequin template - Crafter's Workshop
Wallet sized photo

What to do

1. Use the chevron side of the Journaling Card paper as the base of the layout.
2. Mist the doily heart red.
3. Splatter red mist (carefully!) on the layout. I don't use the spray pump...but rather remove the pump from the bottle. I lightly dab it with a tissue, and then flick it over my paper. I also splattered a little gold paint. For this I used a toothbrush...dipped it in paint and then flicked it with my finger. Let all dry.
4. Use the harlequin template and gold paint over the splatters. Let dry.
5. Collect elements for layering behind the photo. I used a square cut from the Polaroid paper, as well as strips of other patterned papers...and then border punched them. I also used dictionary paper & die cuts.
6. Stamp 'LOVE' and emboss in gold. Once you have your layered elements done...attach with pop dots.
7. Add wood veneer elements.
8. Cut thin strips of red dot paper for top and bottom.
9. Adhere and add a die cut ticked (cut in half for top and bottom). Add heart punch.

imagepac clear stamps - latest video

Take a look at our latest video. Our MD Paul Holt introduces our automated stamp processing machine which means imagepac clear stamps are of a consistently high quality as well as allowing us to deliver better lead times.
This machine is the first of its kind: designed and built by the Photocentric Team. Hurray.

Stamping QR codes!

 I was carrying out a demo of the fabulous stampmaker at Paperworld Frankfurt when I was asked if it was capable of creating QR code stamps. A question that I had never been asked before.
I was pretty confident that we could, detailed stamps are our speciality! So when I got back to the office this week I couldn't wait to give it a go!

And it worked. I used photo settings instead of normal stamps setting: 10 seconds and 30 seconds. A little tip remember: give a thorthe excess resin when you are washing out.

I used my iPhone to test it with one of those QR reader Apps.
So, I thought that I would share. Let me know if you make detailed stamps!

We are Paperworld 2013 Frankfurt

Photocentric at Paperworld 2013 Stand E15, Hall 3 by Photocentric

JANUARY FREE DOWNLOAD available now!

 
Thanks to Brie for designing this wonderful collection of stamp designs for January.

With Valentine's Day in mind, Brie has come up with some great stamping inspiration. Hope that you have a great time creating your cards, gifts and projects with these.

To download your free stamp designs and print off your negative - download from here!

Christmas Gift Bags by Petra Offrell

We wanted to share another festive themed project.
Love these deep, rich colours contrasting against the stark white and black.
Thanks Petra. Here are some notes on how you can create your own gift bags too!

What you need
November Photocentric downloads to make stamps
2 white cardstock.
2 scraps of Christmas pattern paper. I used Teresa Collins Christmas cottage collection. Organza ribbon and a hole punch.
What to do
I like having a small gift to bring when I visit friends during the holydays. These small gift bags are easily made and perfect for that. You can fill them with chocolate or jewellery. They can also be used as gift wraps for small Christmas presents or just as Christmas decorations.  
Just cut out the bag according to the template. Before you fold and glue make sure you stamp. Fold and glue and then glue on the scrap of PP. Make the holes and tie a rosette.
Time taken
40 minutes.
Links
Here you will find a template for the gift bag: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/2_5_7_10_box/
TIPS
I have this revolving hole punch which is perfect as I can make different sizes of holes. The only bad thing is that I cannot make holes too far into the paper. Make sure that the holes for the ribbon are at a suitable height where you can access with your hole punch both on the top and on the bag. If you make them too low on the top you might not reach in when making them on the bag itself.

Christmas tree ornaments by Julie Jacob

A huge thanks to Julie Jacob for creating this wonderful Christmas Stampmaker project! This decorated tree looks so cute! Love it.

Here's how Julie made it...

What you need:
Flower die cut
Burlap

Red sparkly ribbon

3D foam squares

Dictionary paper

1.25" circle punch

TC Stampmaker & November download (snowflake stamps)

sparkly centers for snowflakes

Black ink - VersaFine - Onyx Black

What to do

1. Die cut several flower layers from the burlap material.

2. Layer the flowers with 3D foam squares between.

3. Stamp snowflakes on dictionary paper.

4. Punch snowflakes out with 1.5" circle punch.

5. Adhere snowflake circle to top burlap flower.

6. Add sparkly flower center.

7. Adhere red sparkly ribbon for hanging on your tree!

I also made an ornament using Inkssentials (Ranger) Memory Glass.

Stamp the snowflake on dictionary paper...and then cut to fit the glass square.

Place between glass layers, and into frame.

Add bling for snowflake center.

Add ribbon and jute for hanging. :)