Personal Impressions

Good Morning Crafters   Today we are sharing a scrapbook layout project with you by Pandy.   Everyone loves Graphic 45 and our design team are no different. Why not see all the beautiful Graphic 45 products we have on the Personal Impressions website.     You will require the following to create this layout:   Graphic 45 8” paper pad – Typography 12” x 12” My Colours cardstock – Classic Cherry Memento Ink Pad – Rich Cocoa Tim Holtz Distress Tool Double sided tape Black gems Viva Paper Flowers Marianne Design Creatables Swirl Die Cut     The sketch the page is based on.   Step 1   From 1 sheet of 8” paper cut a circle as large as you can.  Soften the edges with the circle with the Rich Cocoa and distress them with the Tim Holtz Distress tool.  Secure with double sided tape to the left of the backing sheet.   Step 2   Cut 3 rectangles from the Graphi...

Good Morning Crafters Today we are sharing projects from our new designer who has joined Sue Dix and Lindsay Mason in designing for Personal Impressions Sweet Dixie brand. Kathryn is designing stamps, stencils, MDF products and Dies for us Today we are showcasing her new stamp designs. Hi Peeps, Kathryn here, Just sharing a small selection of cards featuring my new stamp range. I'm so happy to be part of the team. I produce my designs from my photos, sketches and vintage elements. There's quite an eclectic mix in this first set, which I hope you find suitable for all occasions. I try to cram as much on the design plate as possible so you get great value for money but also enough elements on one plate for a project. I've kept my samples quite simple to showcase the main images, so I'm really looking forward to seeing your stunning projects. I really hope you like them and keep your eyes open for future releases. Spring Florals Stash I've ...

Good Morning Crafters   I think that we have all had enough of dull and miserable days and can't wait for the warmer weather.   Fingers are crossed we have a nice long hot summer this year.   To that end Pandy has created a lovely summer project!   Check out the Personal Impressions website on the products Pandy has used. You will need the following to create this project:   Tim Holtz Stampers Anonymous stamps – Mixed Media (CMS125) Memento ink pads – Lady Bug – Bamboo Leaves – Dandelion – Teal Zeal Personal Impressions Smooth White Cardstock My Colours Cardstock – Classic Cherry – Lemon Sorbet – Crisp Green – Tropical sea – Autumn Leaves Double sided tape Blending sponges Silicone glue Rustic twine Bling to add if you wish     Step 1   Stamp the ‘spots’ image in Lady Bug, Bamboo Leaves and Dandelion onto the white cardstock.  Trim round the ...

Good Morning Crafters   How are you all doing today?   The weekend is shortly upon us and that means hopefully getting some crafting done! Do you have any crafting projects planned for this weekend?   Today we have a new project for you by Gill   Cream and Purple are lovely colours together, they are so regal looking. These colours are the basis of my latest card using products from Personal Impressions . Check out the website for stockists   To create this project you will need the following:   My Colors Cardstock in Cyber Grape and Salt Lake Memento ink in Grape Jelly Silver organza ribbon Sweet Dixie Dies: Birthday Sentiments, Embroidery Style Frames & the flowers from Fancy Floral Frames Personal Impressions Butterfly stamp   Step 1 Make a 6' x 6' tent card blank from the cream cardstock and die cut all your elements   Step 2 Stamp the butterfly on the left over card...

Good Morning Crafters   Did you all have a wonderful weekend?   Well the start of a new week and a new blog post to share by Pandy.   Personal Impressions have their own range of products under Sweet Dixie , why not check out on the website as we will be adding new products all the time.   We do have a stockist locator on the home page where you are able to find a stockist near you!   To create this project you will need the following: 1 x A4 sheet Personal Impressions Smooth white card 1 x sheet My Colours card stock Classic Cherry Sweet Dixie die Filigree Bow (SDD107) Double sided tape Ribbon Gems   Step 1   Cut the White card lengthways to 14cm. Then score at 10cm / 11.5cm 13cm / 23cm / 24.5cm / 26cm on the long side And 2cm / 12cm on the shorter side.     Step 2   Fold over the top 2cm – mark the holes for the handles and punch.  Trim off...

Good Morning Crafters   A new project to share with you today by Gill.   Check out the home page of the Personal Impressions website for a stockist near you!   I bought a really cheap plaque with the word BeYOUtiful on it because it shouted to me 'make me more beautiful' For this project you will need the following:   Tim Holtz Collection Crackle stencil Memento ink in Rose Bud Ink blenders Sweet Dixie Dies - Stylised Daisy and Embroidery Style Frame My Colors Cardstock - Pink polka dot   I was going to use the Crafty Impressions Yellow Chiffon flowers but changed my mind last minute - well I am a woman after all!     Step 1   Using the stencil I gently inked the plaque to give some more definition to the white background Step 2   Cut 2 of the largest of the dies using your die cutting machine. These dies cut beautifully on all machines. I used the cut 'n' boss her...

Good Morning Crafters   Today we have a step by step to share with you by Mags.   She has used products that can be found on the Personal Impressions website. Check out the Stockist Locator to find a stockist near you.   For this project you will require the following:   Studio Light 3D Die Cut Block – Flower Delight Sweet Dixie Die – With Love Swirls and Leaves My Colours Cardstock – Sweetie Pie Pink Organza Ribbon Crafty Impressions Crystal Stickers     Step 1 Using your chosen elements from the die cut block create your background.  Mount your background design onto some Sweetie Pie cardstock.  Wrap some organza ribbon around the centre and adhere to your card front.   Step 2   Die Cut the With Love die and cut out the words with love.   Attach to the right hand side of the card front above the ribbon. Adhere your background element (where the image will sit) to the ...

Good Morning Crafters   Today we have a beautiful floral card tutorial by Samantha who has used Sweet Dixie dies designed by Sue Dix.   Check out the Stockist Locator on the Personal Impressions home page for a stockist of Sweet Dixie dies near you!   For this project you will need the following:   Sweet Dixie Dies  SDD096 Elegant Borders. SDD102 Delicate Blossoms. SDD105 Someone Special. My Colours card stock. Snowbound, Sweetie Pie and Slate Eleganza Craft Stickers, Pearls silver no.24 Pearls white no.01 Diamante/Pearl Wave x 5 strips. Pink ribbon   Step 1   Die cut the flowers and leaves, To a special friend, words and the large border and shape the flowers with a ball tool on a foam mat.   Step 2   Layer the white words on top of the grey to give a shadow effect. Colour the leaves green   Step 3   Arrange the flowers and leaves t...

Good Morning Crafters   Just back home following the Trade Show at the NEC in Birmingham.   It was lovely to see you all and make new friends too!   Today we have a beautiful  baby door hanger by our Gill.   Products she has used can be found on the Personal Impressions website.   The items I used for this Door hanger are Vintage Lane 3D Die Cut Block Pad Memento Ink - Toffee Crunch My Colors Cardstock - Sweetie Pie Pink Pink Organza Ribbon MDF Letters Lace from my stock Free Template downloaded from the Internet Little icing feet embellishments from my stash   Step 1 Draw around the template on to you cardstock and cut out   Step 2   Using ultra sticky double sided tape add layers of lace to the bottom of the door hanger Gently ink around the edges with the Toffee Crunch to give a vintage look to the door hanger Step 3 Pop out ...