Two For Tuesday - Christmas Bauhaus

Hello & Happy Tuesday.

I've a couple of quick Christmas cards to share with you today using the Background Blocks Bauhaus. I came up with these couple of ideas when the stamp came back in stock at the end of November. I just needed 20 mins to make them!

Let's have a look...

I started with using the Background Blocks Bauhaus on the landscape orientation to create a one layer card. I used VersaFine Clair Nocturne ink and for my Christmas Sentiments, sentiment. 

I chose Dark Poppy Parade and Dark Granny Apple Stampin' Blends to randomly colour the stamp to create a festive look. You can watch this card being made over on YouTube HERE.

I had so much fun making this simple card, I went on to make another. 

This time I went for a similar look to a previous card I have made using this stamp, which I shared HERE. 

I used the same colours and a different sentiment from Christmas Sentiments and switched things up with using the block landscape and also mounting the stamped layer onto my base card using foam tape.

That's all I have for today.

Crafty Hugs

Watch it Wednesday

Happy Wednesday.

Let’s Get Inky! 

The sunshine ☀️ is out & I felt like inking up the Stencil - Layering Organic Blooms 🌸

This stencil has a wonderful retro Scandinavian feel to it and is drawn in my organic style, making it perfect to pair with the Organic Blooms clear stamps and others from the Organic Collection. 

As you will see in the warp speed video over HERE on the Uniko YouTube Channel, the stencil contains 4 layers. They are easy to line up & ink through with blending brushes. 

Tip - apply a little removable adhesive to the reverse of the first layer, the leaf tendrils are quite flimsy to get this beautiful flowing leaf design. 

I chose Concord & 9th inks in Parsley, Pink Lemonade, Carnation, Buttercup & Marmalade. Don’t do what I did & be sure to make sure your flower stencil is clean before using a light pink 🥴😂

And here is how I used the stencilled panel...

One thing I'm trying to do this year is use my stash, such as stand alone dies I've had for ages and of which rarely see card action. I chose this old MFT (I think) stitched curvy border die as I felt it matched the flow of the leaves on this stencil design.

I adhered the die cut panel using foam adhesive and then chose the Smile sentiment from Organic Blooms, which I fussy cut and adhered using foam tape. To finish I added some Cobblestone enamel dots.

That's all from me today, I hope the sun has been out for you today.

Crafty Hugs

Saturday Spotlight - Background Builders Round In Circles

Hello & Happy Saturday Spotlight. 

The other day on social media, I asked what crafters would like to see in the spotlight today. One suggestion was Background Builders. So I got to thinking how I could give a Background Builder stamp set the festive treatment and I thought of a card I made many years ago using Background Builders: Round In Circles.

So I decided to do something similar, but up level it with some different techniques, colours and a couple of different sentiment and accent pairings. This is how it turned out...

I started out by die cutting a few circle masks from printer paper. I then adhered them temporarily onto a white card stock base (10 x 14cm) before ink blending with Aqua Sky, Oceanside, Harbour and Blueberry. 

Before moving the masks I splattered some Gansi Tambi Starry Watercolours, I'm on a splattering kick at the moment for some added sparkle! 

I then stamped the circles with the various individual circle stamps in black ink. I added fine liner drawn strings and bows from Mid Century Modern Baubles that were adhered using foam tape. My sentiment choice is from Most Wonderful and a few silver enamel dots finished the card.

The result a fun, festive card that can be done in so many different colour combinations. I know I am biased, but Background Builders: Round in Circles is such a versatile clear stamp set. For more ideas on how to use it, check out the Uniko Pinterest page HERE.

Before I go, I thought I would share a few things from the Uniko newsletter incase you haven't subscribed.  First I have a few Black Friday Bargains HERE on the website.

There are also a few clear stamps available on backorder that are due in the studio on Wednesday 27th November. These include... The two sellouts from the Uniko November Release, Christmas Pop and Framed Fairy Lights. Anniversarie Arts Decoratifs, Background Blocks Pinstripe, Christmas Sentiments, Christmas Wishes and Simply Said Blocks Christmas. 

A couple of stencil restocks arrived yesterday, these include Ink & Flip Layering Geometric Christmas Tree and Mid Century Modern. 

Any orders containing a backorder clear stamp set will be posted on 28th November 2024. That's all from me today.

Crafty Hugs

Sweet Saturday

Hello & Happy Weekend!

WOW! What a scorcher here in the UK. I love the sunshine and I do miss it when it's not here for sure. But today I have pretty much stayed out of it this afternoon and tried to keep cool in the studio.

I was inspired to dust off Organically Zesty for my cards today and decided to pair it with Stencil - Layering Bauhaus Blocks. Which I am delighted to say is available on backorder HERE and I will be landing in the studio on Monday 25th September.

I started by using the stencil as a focal point on my 9 x 12.5cm card panel using Sprout, Buttercup and Marmalade to ink each of the layers. I then positioned my card in my MISTI to stamp the lemon image and used the fun spotlighting technique for the image to fall onto my base card. 

I used foam tape to raise the stencilled panel and a sentiment from the set with some Marmalade enamel dots finished the card.

I didn't want to favour one fruity image over the other, so went on to make a second card. This time I filled my card base with the Stencil - Layering Bauhaus Blocks. I kept the same vibrant and juicy colours for ease and save cleaning the stencils! 

As you can see I stamped the orange image onto white card and fussy cut along the top edge. I then adhered this to my card base using foam tape. This time I added ,a sentiment from Simply Said Blocks III and again used the Marmalade enamel dots.

Here are both cards side by side. I can't decide which one I like the best can you?

Thanks for stopping by & crafty hugs.

Introducing... Background Blocks Linear

Hello & Happy Tuesday,

Welcome to Day 1 of the January 2023 Release Introductions.

The first product we are introducing is Background Blocks Linear. I am always excited to add to the Background Blocks series, I think these happy blocks of pattern are so versatile and are sized just right to be an instant focal point on a card design.

It's no surprise that the Brand Ambassadors have got their creative juices flowing and have an amazing inspiration to share with you using this latest addition. The colours and pairings with other Uniko products is fabulous, just hop along and see... 

 Anita

Bev

Izzy

Julie

Steph

So much fun, right? 

Be sure to hop along to each of the Brand Ambassador blogs or check out their social media feeds for more inspiration using this stamp.

We will be back tomorrow with more to share and all the products will be available at 10am GMT Friday 13th January 2023.

Crafty Hugs

 

Stencil Release Day & GIVEAWAY!

Hello & Happy Thursday! 

I am delighted that you have stopped by today and thank you if you have been following along with us this week. I know its been a while since I last had a release and I apologise for that. I design all the products myself and inspiration went a little wayward for a spell, but I had these stencil designs up my sleeve, so thought I would release these until the next stamps come out.

Let's have a look at all 4 stencils...

First up we have the Stencil - MOD Background Builder. Not only is this stencil a fun design to add to our  growing Mid Century Modern Collection, it is also the first in a fun concept addition I am delighted to launch here at Uniko. 

The idea is that the pattern can be a fabulous focal point, but it is also designed so it can be easily moved and positioned to create an all over pattern. If you missed it being introduced, be sure to catch up HERE.

Next we have another addition to the Flower Power Collection, Flower Power #6...

The idea behind these stencils are for them to be a larger version of the stamp version of the flower. But I also want them to be versatile and fun. I think I have achieved this with this fun stencil. Be sure to catch up HERE on the introduction if you missed it.

Lastly, but by no means least, as I do love snowflakes after all! We have Large Snowflake #1 and Large Snowflake #2.

I think these large snowflakes will add fun and versatility to your winter collection. Both stencils come with the mask to add more options to creativity and they both coordinate lovely with previously released Uniko snowflake products. You can catch up HERE on the introduction if you missed it.

Now that the formal introductions have been made, let's get to the best bit, more wonderful creations from myself and the team. 

Be sure to leave a comment on their blogs or social media posts. I will be randomly selecting one lucky winner to receive all of the stencils being released today. You have until Midnight Wednesday 9th November to leave comments and I will announce the winner Thursday 10th November 2022. 

Anita

Bev

Hannelie

Izzy

Jane

Julie

Steph

Wiebke

 

It's lovely to see the inspiration from the Brand Ambassadors, I think it really shows a different perspective on how these stencils can be used. I for one hadn't thought about making Christmas cards using the MOD Background Builder and so many fun snowflake ideas too.

I hope you have enjoyed these past few days as much as I have. Thank you for all the support and comments here and across social media, they are all valued and appreciated.

Don't forget the giveaway ;) 

Crafty Hugs 

Introducing... Stencil Large Snowflake 1 and Large Snowflake 2

Happy Hump Day! 

We are back today to hopefully get you over the hump with some awesome inspiration as we introduce two fun and festive Stencils - Large Snowflake 1 and Large Snowflake 2.

I couldn't decide which stencil to release, so that's why we have two! I don't think we can have too many snowflakes.

Not much to say about these snowflakes. You might recognise the designs as they are both snowflakes that have featured in previously release Uniko products, stamps and stencils, so lots of mix and matching opportunities. Both of these snowflake stencils come with the mask too, so even more techniques and fun to be had too.

Let's have a look at them in action...

Anita

Bev

Hannelie

Izzy

Jane

Julie

Steph

Wiebke

SNOW much fun! 

Sorry, I couldn't resist that pun! So which is your favourite? I can't decide TBH as I just love snowflakes. So that's it just 4 stencils added to the Uniko line up. They will be available to purchase tomorrow HERE on the website at 9am GMT. 

If you need some more inspiration to help make up your mind, be sure to come back here tomorrow for our usual blog hop & giveaway.

See you tomorrow.

Crafty Hugs 

Introducing... Stencil Flower Power #6

Happy Tuesday!

Welcome Back to Day 2 of the introductions. If you've missed anything or you are wondering what is going, please check out this post HERE. Also, we had a fun stencil introduction yesterday HERE. 

Today I am delighted to formally introduce you to the next flower in the Flower Power series of stencils, Flower Power #6.

The idea of these Flower Power Stencils are to have a larger version of the flower to create more creative opportunities pairing them with the original stamps, using them on their own or pairing them with other products. 

I absolutely love what the Brand Ambassadors have created, be sure to hop along and see.

Anita

Bev

Hannelie

Izzy

Jane

Julie

Steph

Wiebke

What a fun hop and I sure got some more ideas I would like to try. What about you, do you love the new sizing of this Flower Power rose?

I do hope you will pop back tomorrow for the last two stencil introductions. They will all be available to purchase 9am GMT Thursday 3rd November 2022.

Until tomorrow, Crafty Hugs