Photo Album

Hi Everyone,

This album is my latest creation and I love how quick and easy they are to make. The only part that really takes any time is deciding how to jazz it up. I do have to admit that I have borrowed the idea from the new catalogue but I did have to then work out how to make one. I have had lots of requests for the instructions so I have attempted to put some together and have attached them below. I didn't realise how hard it was to write down a set of instructions for something that was so simple to put together. I hope that you are all able to enjoy putting these together as much as I did and would love to see your creations if you decide to make one.

chat soon,

Happy Stampin'

Kylie

Album Instructions

Materials

2 sheets of coloured A4 cardstock

2 sheets of white or cream A4 cardstock

Designer series paper (approx 1 sheet. I used ½ of one design and ½ of another so that I had four different patterns to use. i.e 2 sheets have 2 sides each)

Embellishments

Ribbon

Instructions

1. Cut 1 sheet of coloured and both sheets of white A4 cardstock in half so that you now have 6 pieces of A5 cardstock.

2. Fold both coloured ½’s and 2 of the white ½’s in half.

3. Take one white and one coloured card and fold one side of the card in 1/2 to the middle fold. You will then cut off the strip on the outer edge. Keep these strips aside as they will be used to join the cards together

4. You now need to join your cards together to make a long multi fold strip. Start with the white card that you have cut and join this to one of the full coloured cards.

FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW

Next you will need to use one of your thin strips of white card to join the next one on. Fold the strip in ½ and stick one bit to the coloured card and one to the next full white one (pic below is the back of your album showing how I have joined them). You will see in one of the images further down which directions you will need to have your cards facing when you join them.***

BACK VIEW

When you reach the final card stick the strip from the coloured card to the back of the card. It will have an edge left over. This will join it to the box that it folds into. You will do the same to the first white card to that it has a piece to join it to the lid of the box also.

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For the box

Cut one piece of coloured cardstock 19.5cm x 15cm for the lid

Cut one piece of coloured cardstock 19cm x 14.5cm for the base

(you should be able to get this out of one sheet of A4 if you cut it the right way)

Score 2cm in from each edge to make the sides of your box, cutting a small tab at each corner to fold.

SCORED 2cm IN FROM EACH EDGE CUT

(Do not cut out corners as you need these to stick box together)

Decorate with photos and embellishments and then join onto box.

You now have a lid, base and a long strip of cards. Stick the long strip onto lid and base making sure that the lid is on the left hand side of the card strip and the base is on the right (this will matter when you fold it all together and close the box). I attached it to the box and then covered over the joins / inside of lid and base with some DS paper to neaten it up.

(This is another one that I made but I don't have the red one finished yet to show you.)

I hope these make sense but if not feel free to email me at kylieobrien@iprimus.com.au

Happy Stampin,

Kylie

Hi everyone,

As most of you know by now K and K Crafts have been running workshops once a week making cards and 3D paper projects. We have now added "SCRAP BOOKING" workshops into our schedule so we have attached an updated workshop timetable for you all to see. These will run the same way as our usual workshops costing $15 with everything supplied (just BYO adhesive / double sided tape). At our scrap booking workshops you will get to make 2 scrap booking pages.

We hope that these will enable more of you to be able to attend and have some great fun exploring your creative side with K and K Crafts and Stampin' Up!.

If there is anyone who is unable to attend any of our dates or has a great idea that they would like to make then get a group of friends together and book in for your very own workshop. Just call Kim or Kylie to set a date.

A date for your diary......

We are very excited that on September 1st the new 2010-2011 Stampin' Up! catalogue will be launched. Due to this K and K Crafts will be holding a Catalogue Launch on Sunday September 12th. We plan for a fun filled day with raffles, door prizes and lots of craft to introduce some of our new products. Entry will be $10 and includes a copy of the brand new catalogue to take home. More details to come as the day gets closer, but keep it free so you won't miss out on a great day.

Facebook

If you are on face book check out K and K Crafts. We keep you updated with workshops, specials from Stampin' Up! and lots of other great things crafty. You can also RSVP for any of our workshops on here and ask us any questions that you might have.

August 3D project and stamp-a-stack

August's 3D project is a great gift for fathers day or a male birthday present. Make a tackle box and vest card then fill it up with chocolates and lollies. Can easily be made a toolbox or something else for those not keen on fishing.

Stamp-a-stack for August will be 5 male oriented cards. Again use them for fathers day or for male birthday cards.

We have been having a fabulous time bringing you fun filled workshops and hope that more of you can join us soon. If you have any questions or queries please feel free to contact us at anytime and we look forward to seeing you all soon.

Happy Stampin'

Kylie and Kim from K and K Crafts
Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrators

Discounted and Last Chance Products

Stampin' Up! has just released its Last Chance List and some of the products are up to 50% off. These products will not be continuing into our brand new 2010-2011 catalogue when it is released on September 1st.

To order any of the products from our Last Chance List just email me at kylieobrien@iprimus.com.au and I will contact you to place an order.

Last Chance List...

June WORKSHOPS for K and K Crafts

Hello Everyone,

As some of you may be aware my girlfriend Kim and I have started holding weekly workshops. These workshops run once a week and alternate from Wednesday mornings and Tuesday evenings. Each month we will be making a 3D project and doing a Stamp-a-stack of 5 cards. All workshops are $15.00 with all supplies included (BYO adhesive).

This month we will be doing Christmas in July (see cards below) and the dates are....

Wednesday 7th from 10.30am 5 card Stamp-a-stack (Christmas in July)

Tuesday 13th from 7.30pm 5 card Stamp-a-stack (Christmas in July)

Wednesday 21st from 10.30am 3D project (Candle holders with box and gift card)

Tuesday 27th from 7.30pm 3D project (Candle holders with box and gift card)

Please contact me on kylieobrien@iprimus.com.au to book your spot (Places limited to 10 per workshop).

*Please note that from August we will be holding extra Christmas Card Stamp-a-stacks in order to get all your christmas cards made in time. These will be $15 and you will make 5 Christmas Cards. Please keep an eye out for dates or contact me to have me send you out a copy of our work shop timetable for 2010.

Hello Everyone,

Well the kids and I have been enjoying quite a few Pyjama days these school holidays and have been able to fit in lots of craft and lots of card making. The weather had been very chilly and so we've been putting the heater on and staying cozy inside. Although it's frustrating at time's when the kids decide to join me making cards they come up with some wonderful creations and its great to see them having so much fun. When I finally got to sit down myself and make some cards I got busy making some gorgeous baby cards. I have become a fan of a gorgeous little baby and kids shop in Port Fairy and Suzan, the owner, has been kind enough to offer to sell some of my cards for me. So with only a few more to make before I post them off I thought I would share some of them with you. Anyone interested in checking out Suzans shop on Facebook just needs to visit TOO CUTE CREATIONS and check out some of her gorgeous gifts.

Chat to you all again soon,

Happy Stamping

Kylie

Week 2 Specials for June from Stampin' Up!

This week we have some more fabulous specials on offer from Stampin' Up! Call or email me by Tuesday 15th of June to place your orders for these great specials....

Designer Series Paper for over 30% off..... all packs contain 12 sheets of

12 x 12 paper : 2 each of 6 double sided designs

Haiku Designer Series Paper Was $16.95 Now $10.17 (Page 132)

Pink Flamingo Designer Series Paper Was $16.95 Now $11.02 (Page 132)

Tea Party Designer Series Paper Was $16.95 Now $10.17 (Page 133)

Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper Was $16.95 Now $11.02 (Page 133)

Sweet Slumber Speciality Designer Series Patterned Cardstock

Was $22.95 Now $14.92 (Page 133)

June Specials from Stampin' Up!

Throughout June Stampin' Up! have some fabulous specials which save customers up to 50% on selected products. Each week you can find the specials on the Stampin' Up! website at

www.stampinup.com/ or check out my blog each Wednesday to see what's new.

This week save over 30% off the following punches from Stampin' Up!

Scallop Oval Punch was $30.95 now $20.12

Scallop Square Punch was $30.95 now $20.12 (page 152)

Bo Ho Blossom Punch was $30.95 now $20.12 (page 153)

Tri Flower Punch was $30.95 now $20.12 (page 153)

If anyone wishes to order any of these specials please contact me before June 8th so you don't miss out.

Happy Stampin!

Kylie.....