Sunday, December 30, 2018

You are Lovely - cards - Go Press and foil cards

Hi Bloggers, while it has been a bit warmer outside at the moment - it's a perfectly nice and cool inside my craft room, with the aircon on :) 
thanks for aircon :)

I created two cards showcasing the embossing folder technique using the GoPress and Foil machine, while the other card is showing the new Modern Essential nesting  Cut, Foil and emboss dies.








I just love these Nesting dies, the one I worked with today is called 
Modern Essentials - 
Cut, Foil and emboss decorative Nesting Chandelier frames die
CO726464





MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & Emboss Nesting die rectangle  CO726456



MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & Emboss Nesting die ovals CO726454






Couture Creations List of Materials

Embossing folder - assorted
MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & Emboss Nesting die CO726464
MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & Emboss Nesting die ovals CO726454
MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & Emboss Nesting die rectangle  CO726456
Go Press & Foil Machine C0725032
Rose Gold Iridescent heat activated foil - CO725694
Gold Foil Iridescent Triangular Pattern heat activated foil -  CO726063
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Thanks for stopping by, 

Until Next time, take care. :)

Adriana XX




Friday, December 28, 2018

Layout - Le Petit Jardin

Hello everyone Adriana here today and welcome back to the 
Couture Creations blog - 
Today I have created a layout, using the amazing  
collection "Le Petit Jardin"

In 2015, my family were very lucky to travel to Europe and we did a Cruise on the Mediterranean Ocean. One port of call was "Valletta" in Malta.  This place was amazing, so much history and stories of ancient ruins.  I would love to go back to this place and explore more of it.  It a photo of myself was taken on the ship looking over the harbour of Valetta.

Here is my layout...... a very simple and effect layout using a couple of the 
"Le Petit Jardin" papers and ephemera pack.















Using just two papers from the collection
and ephemera set you can create a wonderful layout - very simple but effective.


"Le Petit Jardin"- Sheet 03. CO725448


"Le Petit Jardin"- Reversed side Sheet 12 - CO725414


"Le Petit Jardin" - Ephemera set.  CO725446









Couture Creations List of Materials

Le Petit Jardin - Jardin paper #12 CO725414
Le Petit Jardin - Jardin paper #04 CO725449
"Le Petit Jardin" - Ephemera set.  CO725446 
ULT2000001 Snow White Card stock
Other: Oxides inks for the background.
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Thanks for stopping by, 
Cheers and big hugs
Adriana XX







Friday, December 14, 2018

Merry Christmas Card - Modern Essential Dies

Hello everyone, Adriana here today with my last christmas card post for this year. I have created a few Christmas Cards this year using papers and dies from the Couture Creations HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS, and I couldn't resist using the soon to be released "Modern Essentials" cut, foil and emboss die frames.

Oh wow!!! these nesting dies frames can foil, cut and emboss at the same time but the most excellent part is that if you don't have a foiling machine you can still use these nesting dies with your die cutting machine. Oh the possibilities are unless :)

It is a three piece set...  here is my special Merry Christmas card





So loving the Rose Gold Foiling ....












I just love these Nesting dies, the one I worked with today is called 
Modern Essentials - 
Cut, Foil and emboss decorative Nesting Chandelier frames die
CO726464











Couture Creations List of Materials
HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS 6X6 paper pad CO726273
HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS Merry Christmas die - CO726410
LE PETIT JARDIN Evening Branch Mini die. CO725937
MODERN ESSENTIALS - Cut, Foil & emboss Nesting Chandelier dies
CO726464
Matte Bronze Mirror Board CO725408
Go Press & Foil Machine C0725032
Rose Gold Iridescent heat activated foil - CO725694

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Thanks for stopping by, 
Cheers and big hugs
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Wishing you a very festive day with your family
Until Next time, take care. :)

Adriana XX



Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Creative Inspiration LIVE March 2019


Welcome! We have some exciting
updates for Creative Inspiration 2019

Firstly we want to thank everyone who has already booked,
we thank you so much for your enthusiastic response to the event
and look forward to seeing you all in 2019.



With only one month until Christmas, we know a seat at
Creative Inspiration Live is the perfect gift for your
family and friends to give you or for you and your
family and friends to give to someone special this Christmas.
Well we can help your with a Creative Inspiration Live Gift Voucher!

Imagine the looks on your loved ones face when they
open up their gift from you to find a gift voucher to the most sought
after event in 2019!!! What an amazing Christmas gift that would be.
If you would like to give the gift of a seat at Creative Inspiration Live
just let us know when you book that you would like a gift voucher
sent out and who and where to send it so that you can pop it
under the tree. 
Deadline for posting out Gift Vouchers isFriday 7th December 2018.
Already own and love your GoPress and Foil machine?*As an alternative to receiving GoPress and Foil you will
receive a fantastic selection of Hot Foil Stamps to the same value!
Simply email creativeinspiration@couturecreations.com.au
after registering and let us know.
(*) Please Note if you take up this offer you will need
to bring your GoPress and Foil machine to the event. Hotfoil Stamps
will be selected at random from available stock.

If you are sitting on the fence don’t delay
as seats are filling fast BOOK TODAY

couturecreations.com.au/inspiration

Saturday, November 24, 2018

Multi Purpose Scoring Board - Mini Boxes

Hello everyone Adriana here today and welcome back to my blog, for today I wanted to show case a wonderful new crafting tool. 
This tool is a must for all crafters. 

Little Boxes created with the Multi Purpose Score Board






It's only a few more weeks till Christmas and I thought I show you all this fabulous tool to that has just been released by Couture Creations -
 Multi Purpose Scoring board

You can create envelopes for your cards or tags,
mini albums, boses, envelope boxes, basically anything that needs scoring or folding can be easily created with this fabulous tool. It's 12 x 12 size and along each side there are measurements in inches, every 1/8" ...


It comes with a bone folder and Template guide for creating boxes, envelopes as well as boxed shaped envelopes.



These are neatly tucked away underneath the board, like so.




I have two videos which show you all how to create envelopes and mini boxes with the guide template. Check out your local papercraft store for this product, if they haven't got it - get them to order it in for you.




Enjoy the videos and don't forget to like and share.



MULTI PURPOSE SCORING BOARD - CREATING MINI BOXES TUTORIAL


MULTI PURPOSE SCORING BOARD - CREATING A6 Envelopes -  TUTORIAL


Thanks for stopping by, 
Cheers and big hugs
Adriana XX







Friday, November 23, 2018

Sisterly Love - Le Petit Jardin collection

Hello everyone Adriana here today and welcome back to the 
Couture Creations blog - 
Today I have created a layout, using the amazing new release 
collection "Le Petit Jardin"

Here is my full layout that I have created with this collection.....

"SISTERLY LOVE" layout by Adriana Bolzon
I created the background with inks and stamping the background with the
mini Dahlia Bloom mini stamp around the edges of the page.



Adding a few mini dies from the collection 
Also fussy cutting some of the flowers from the paper collection.

The chipboard word is so perfect for this layout.












Couture Creations List of Materials

CO725447 - Le Petit Jardin - Jardin paper #04, 07, 08
CO725434 - Le Petit Jardin 12x12 paper pad 
CO725941 - Le Petit Jardin Midday Hibiscus mini die
CO725937 - Le Petit Jardin Evening Branch mini die
CO725940 - Le Petit Jardin Sunlit rosebud mini die
CO725442 - Le Petit Jardin Dahlia bloom mini stamp
CO725949 - Le Petit Jardin Word chipboard "Sisterly Love"
ULT2000001 Snow White Card stock
ULT200080 English Beauty card stock
ULT200081 Vervain card stock
ULT200008 Denim card stock

Other: Oxides inks for the background.
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Thanks for stopping by, 
Cheers and big hugs
Adriana XX








Monday, November 19, 2018

Creative Inspiration Live - Looking back on last year event :)







Good morning creatives!

Thanks for joining us again, today we have a MASSIVE reveal for you with downloads from all of our amazing tutors who attended Creative Inspiration 2017. Below you can download all of the class sheets from the event with instructions that you can adapt to make your own unbelievable makes as we near the holiday season the year.

In 2017 we focussed mainly on scrapbooking layout design and techniques with mixed media during Creative Inspiration Live with some featured bonus classes for card makers.

In our around Brisbane for March 2-3 next year, why not register for Creative Inspiration 2019!
More details and registrations open now at: https://couturecreations.com.au/pages/creative-inspiration-2019

Adriana Bolzon


Cariena Basson

Double Mixed Media Rambling Rose Layout and L'Aquarelle Layout Class

Jo Simons


Tracey Cooley


Sue Smyth





Cheers and big hugs
Adriana XX








Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Creative Inspiration Live 2019

Creative Inspiration Live 2019


I am so excited to be part of Couture Creations Creative Inspiration Live 2019. It is going to be one great crafting weekend in Brisbane.  Everyone is invited Australia and internationally.  Couture Creations will be launching New collections and products exclusively at the event and every attendee will also receive a Go Press & Foil Machine.  Yes, that's right !!!


 
 



Welcome Couture Creations fans the world over!

  In 2017 we hosted an event in Brisbane, Australia with hundreds of local crafters in love with this creative life and together we created some amazing work over 2 full days of scrapbooking and card making. The results were fantastic and our attendees learned some amazing new techniques, made new friends, got a free GoCut and Emboss machine on the day and some exclusive content in their class kits PLUS access to some irresistible shopping specials.

Next week we will be revealing each one of the great projects from Creative Inspiration Live 2017with instructions so keep your eyes out! But! Until then, let's get to know our fabulous tutors for Creative Inspiration Live 2019 as well as some of their amazing creative work online.

If you are going to be in Brisbane on March 2-3 2019, consider registering for our next one of a kind public event! Details and registration form here: https://couturecreations.com.au/inspiration

If you have any questions or queries about the event, please email us at:



 

My name is Michelle and in the online world some of you might also know me as Mrs Frizz. I love to create with paper, cardstock, paint, mists, gesso, metal dies, canvases, flowers, chipboard, off the page projects.  I love adding ‘bitsers’ to my creativity.  I love to play a little, that really should say, I love to be creative. I work full time as an executive assistant, but when I’m not at work, friends and family know that they can find me at home in my craft room. You can normally find me playing, oops, that really should read, creating in my messy crafty space - it makes me happy.  It’s my ‘me’ time, it’s what I do to relax. I enjoy cardmaking, making tags, mixed media, anything paper related, altered art and off the page projects and yes, I do still create the occasional scrapbook layout and I love making little boxes for little treasures and trinkets for friends and family. 

You can find my creations here on my blog:




My name is John Bloodworth and I am, like you, an arts and craft enthusiast and have been so for over 30 years. I have previously worked as a TV producer, a role in which I created over 10,000 hours of TV and internet content about arts and crafts. Having recently completed the All Counties Craft Challenge - a creative fund raising campaign in aid of Mind, the mental health charity. - I am now engaged in a variety of activities including demonstrating arts and crafts on TV, designing my own range of products and also sharing my creative passions under my online pseudonym, Gentleman Crafter.

You can find my creations here on my blog:




My name is Collette and I have been in love with paper all my life.
I remember cutting out and collecting those little paper dolls and their amazing wardrobes from a very young age; I still hunt them out today! I opened a craft shop 14 years ago and of course I had a HUGE papercrafting department. I really enjoyed running classes and had an amazing group of ladies who come week after week, some for 14 years! Although I love all forms of paper play, I am a passionate card maker and have a love of the more unusual ‘foundation’ cards. A few years ago I won Australia’s Card Maker of the Year, and feature most months in a variety of card making magazines. I have also been on a few Design Teams which has been amazing fun! I am a passionate YouTuber and love to bring my more creative cards to life with You Tube classes and am blessed to have thousands of followers from all around the world.

You can find my creations here on my blog:




I have been scrapbooking, card and paper crafting for over 20 years. It is a hobby and my creative out let which I am totally passionate about. I believe that preserving memories is important. You will always find me in my craft room creating, experimenting with different techniques and playing with new products. My mission is to inspire others to give it a go. Another passion of mine is creating altered art pieces, turning everyday items into works of art.  My work has been shared on many paper-crafting Design Teams and published in many paper-crafting magazines around the world. I am so excited to be creating again for Couture Creations, along with the other talented Design Team Members, we hope to inspire you all with our projects.

You can find my creations here on my blog: