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Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
I never thought I would get into blogging, but I thought I would give it a go. Crackers Boutique has been a plan for a while, the business is ran by my mum (Lorraine) and I. We have always been sewing together since I was young, however its only in the past 5 years or so that we have picked it back up into scale and we have made a number of quilts. My first Niece , mums first Grandchild Olivia came along 4 years ago and we have made a number of items for her over the years and this is what has inspired this company. I have always been a bit "crafty" as I like to call myself. My true love has always been stationary and fabric. So when I got into card making and quilting it felt like everything all fell into place and I became addicted to crafting. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoy my blog. Please feel free to follow me.

Monday 17 December 2012

Noel card

Hi everyone,

Just a quick post before I have to get up!

1 week til Christmas! Whoop!

If I don't get chance to blog again before then Merry Christmas

Thanks for reading

Sam

Monday 26 November 2012

Another make a cake card

Happy Monday!!

I thoroughly enjoyed my craft day yesterday! I also did a different design using the make a cake stamp set and the floral framelits!

I do love banners

Thanks for reading

Sam

Sunday 25 November 2012

Bring on the cake

Since I have been so busy recently I thought I will get organised for December and make a few birthday cards!

This is one I have made for my friend who loves cake! And which girl doesn't hey!!!

Thanks for reading

Sam

Ribbon share

Hi everyone,

Long time no speak! I feel like I haven't blogged for ages!! I apologise! But not to worry as I am back!

I am currently doing a ribbon share for the new in colour stitched ribbon.

A ribbon share is where by you pay for one ribbon spool and you will receive a portion of each of the 5 in colour ribbons!

I have two places remaining and would like to put the order in as soon as possible. So please let me know if you are interested or would like more information, please email me at Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Thanks for reading

Sam

Sunday 14 October 2012

Where does the time go....

Apologises for the lack of posts time has just flown by!!

On Thursday last week it was my Grandad's 80th birthday. So I made him this card using Stampin Up midnight muse, Baja Breeze and Summer Starfruit. Which is blue an yellow as he is a Leeds united fan! the stamp set I have used is delicate doilies. Which make a brilliant patterned paper!

Unfortunately I don't have any numbers yet but I have the number set from the new catalogue on my wish list!!

Thanks for reading

For any Stampin Up questions please contact me at Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Sunday 7 October 2012

Cupcake birthday card

Hi

Apologises for the lack of posts!

But here is a matching cupcake card! Using Stampin Up's stamp and matching punch!

Monday 1 October 2012

New Stampin Up catalog

Hi

Well today is an exciting day with the release of the new Stampin Up catalog!!

I have been good so far and not put my order in but no doubt that will be placed sooner rather than later!!!

Have you placed your order! If you would like more information about Stampin Up and how you can get your hands on some of the products! Please do not hesitate to contact me on Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Sunday 30 September 2012

Stampin Up! Up up and away

Morning

Just a quick post today.

I have made a quick birthday day using my Stampin Up! Up up and away stamp set.

Thanks for reading

If you would like any more information regarding Stampin Up and how you can get involved and host a party please do not hesitate to contact me.

Wednesday 26 September 2012

Dasher

Morning everyone,

I had my craft friend round last night and I used a couple of her Stampin up stamps to make this card.

I love the little reindeer unfortunately he has retired but I still thought I would post this card!

I love the paper rosettes and they are soooo simple to make!

Thanks for reading

If you would like any more information about how you can make cards similar to mind please email me on Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Sunday 23 September 2012

Day 6 and 7

Hi

I am currently in North Yorkshire Visiting my dad and completely forgot to blog yesterday so today is a double delight!!!

My first one is a decorated jar which you can store ribbons/buttons in. I hav used the preserve set of which I love this look.

Also I have done a card using the ornament stamp set! I love this stamp set and can be used for lots of different style christmas cards which I will be doing in the near future a I start to prepare for Christmas.

I am also selling all the cards I make if you are interested in buying any cards or would like a workshop please email me on Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Thanks for reading

Friday 21 September 2012

Day 5 - Preserve Set

Hi

I don't actually have this set ... Yet! But I made this card during a training session I had with my uplink and fellow colleagues! This set went down a treat!!!

If you live in the Manchester area and would like to have a demo of the products I would be more than happy to show you a number of products. Please email Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Thank you for reading

Thursday 20 September 2012

Day 4 - affections collections

Hi

For todays post I am using a stamp set out of the Stampin Up holiday catalogue.

I have also used one of my favourite punches - the owl punch!

Thanks for reading

Wednesday 19 September 2012

Day 3 - Owl Occasions

Good morning,

Today I bring you a Christmas card using the Owl Occasion stamp set! I just love this set! The owl is so cute and it's a great set for many occasion and to make the most of your ink pads.

Apologises for the picture I took them this morning before work.


Thanks for reading



Tuesday 18 September 2012

Day 2 - Stampin Up! Joyous Celebration

Hi

Welcome to day 2 of the Stampin Up holiday catalogue.

I have done another card using the joyous celebration stamp set and the new scalloped circle punch which made this card so simple and quick to duplicate.

Thanks for reading

Monday 17 September 2012

Day one - Joyous Celebration

Morning and welcome to day 1 of 7 Stampin Up holiday catalogue.

I have used the Joyous Celebration stamp set which I have to admit is one of my favourite and very versatile. I have also used the embossing folder from the seasonal catalogue.

I have stamped using elegant eggplant gumball green and raspberry ripple ink

Card stock is whisper white and elegant eggplant.

Thank you for reading

Sunday 16 September 2012

Stampin Up holiday catalogue

Hi everyone,

The new Stampin Up holiday catalogue started on the 1st September to 31st January 2013.

Starting tomorrow I will do one week of products from this catalogue!

If you would like more information on Stampin Up or any of the products I have used. Please email me on Sam.massie84@googlemail.com

Saturday 15 September 2012

Stampin Up pennant parade

Morning everyone,

I have had a productive morning crafting and I have made this Stampin Up Pennant Parade card.

I made this card using the matching stamp and punch by Stampin Up!

And the embellishment is using the 1" and 3/4" circle punches.

I have also embellished the inside by stamping the pennants again and the wish big sentiment! Perfect for a male and female birthday card.

I have used Stampin up 2012-2013 in colours; pool party, calypso coral and wisteria wonder. And the card stock is island indigo.

Thanks for reading.

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Wednesday 12 September 2012

Stampin Up Owl Occasions card

Afternoon,

Well it has rained all day today here in Manchester so I have spent some time in my craft room.

I have created this card through inspiration from pinterest!

This stamp set is in the Autumn / Winter catalogue which is available until 31st January 2013!

If you have any Stampin up questions or comments regarding my cards please leave a comment.

Happy crafting

Sam

Tuesday 11 September 2012

Up up and away birthday card

Hi everyone,

Well today's post is a card I have made using Stampin Up! Up, Up and Away stamp set which I have to admit is one of my favourite stamp sets!

I have used the 2011 - 2013 Stampin Up! Inks and designer series paper.

If you would like any more information about Stampin Up! Please do not hesitate to contact me

Sunday 9 September 2012

Stampin Up! New in colours 2012-2014

Hi

This is my first ever blog so please feel free to give feedback!

I have made a card using the Stampin Up! new in colours for 2012-2014 which include:
Gumball green, primrose petals, raspberry ripple, midnight muse and summer star fruit.

These are in the new foam ink pads which allow for full coverage.

I have also used the following Stampin Up! Products; delicate doilies, create a cupcake, and co-ordinating punch and the decorative label punch.

Wednesday 25 January 2012

A little bit about me.....

.....I have just started as a Stampin Up! demonstrator and I am really enjoying every minute of it. I have found I am always thinking of cards and what my next card will look like. If you need any further information on Stampin Up! Please email me on sam.massie84@googlemail.com. I have just moved to Manchester in July 2012. When I am not working or making cards I am sewing, knitting or cross stitching.