Author: Jenny Hayward

I am married to Glenn and we have 2 adult children: Josh and Carlie. I live in the Northern Suburbs of Wollongong; just south of Sydney, NSW Australia. I joined Stampin' Up! in August 2008. I'm having a great time playing with ink and paper and sharing my creations with you. Thank you for visiting me in my corner of the blogosphere. I hope I inspire you along the way. I hold regular classes and workshops in my studio in East Corrimal and offer classes and tutorials by mail. I hope I can share stamping with you and your friends soon. Take a look around. If I can help you with any of the gorgeous Stampin' Up! products please don't hesitate to ask me. Happy creating, Jenny
cards, Catalogues, Stampin' Up!, Sunday Suites

SWEET SUNDAY STAMPING – ARRANGE A WREATH!

Jenny Hayward

Sunday is usually Sunday Suites. I am mixing it up today for Sweet Sunday Stamping. Same thing. Just a bit different. I’m going to do that occasionally.

For Sweet Sunday Stamping we are going to look at a Stamp/Die or Stamp/Punch Bundle or even a single stamp set for your sweet projects.

Today let’s take a look at the Arrange A Wreath Bundle. This stamp and die set is versatile for many occasions.

The Arrange A Wreath Bundle includes the Arrange a Wreath stamp set and the Wreath Builder Dies.

Great for many occasions – Thanksgiving (if you celebrate that) but a sweet one for Thanks cards even. What about an elegant wedding card?? Valentine’s? A Christmas wreath perhaps? Make an Easter wreath. Oh so many occasions!

The Arrange a Wreath stamp set includes not just the wreath but little stamp images like the flowers, eggs and fruit.

The Wreath Builder Dies contains dies to cut the stamped images as well as 2 styles of wreath that you can create 2 different styles of wreaths. The wreath is 3 1/2″ or 8.9cm.

Check it out with some sweet samples. (Created by Stampin’ Up! Artists).

In Australia? You can find this sweet Arrange A Wreath stamp and die set in my store now -> HERE.

If you shop online please use the Host Code – RCDPWPWK

OR you can contact me directly by email or phone 0439 844574

Thanks for your order.

Happy Sweet Sunday Stamping,

Jenny 🙂

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MERRY AND BRIGHT CURVY CHRISTMAS + A VIDEO!

Jenny Hayward

I am loving the gorgeous new Quite Curvy Bundle of products we have available this week. I have been creating lots. Today I wanted to share not one but 2 projects with them.

The layouts are the same but one is a Christmas card and then I created another as a Birthday card just changing it a little. Today’s video will show you how to create them with a few tips on how to use these new products.

Check the video below.

On these cards I have used the new Classic Christmas paper in the Crumb Cake prints. There are some great prints in this pack in Crumb Cake, Shaded Spruce and Cherry Cobbler. I have neglected the Scalloped Lace Trim but it is so soft and adds that elegant touch to your cards.

The Crumb Cake card was embossed with the Subtles Embossing Folder to add a little extra texture. The bow and the bird were coloured with Stampin’ Blends.

Are you loving the Curvy Celebrations Bundle of Products? They are available to order now in my store -> HERE.

If ordering online please use the Host Code – RCDPWPWK Or contact me directly to order at jghayward@yahoo.com

Be sure to check out my class details too. View that -> HERE. (Australian residents only at this stage).

Be sure to check the video out and subscribe over on my Youtube channel so you can keep updated when I post a video.

Happy Curvy Creating.

Jenny

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JOY TO THE WORLD CARD KIT IS HERE!

Jenny Hayward

If you are in Australia or even the UK you might not be familiar with Paper Pumpkin as we don’t usually have it available. BUT for this month we have this gorgeous Paper Pumpkin kit available to us. Only for a limited time now!

This month the Joy To The World kit is available for $37 AUD.

It includes all materials to make 8 cards (4 each of 2 designs) including stamp set, card kit with envelopes, embellishments, diecuts, a mini inkpad and adhesives. All you need to add is a clear stamping block.

Check it all out below.

If you are in Australia grab your ‘Joy To The World’ kit in my store now -> HERE.

Please use the Host Code: RCDPWPWK

Or contact me directly on 0439 844574.

Happy Christmas creating,

Jenny

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QUITE CURVY CLASS

Jenny Hayward

Quite Curvy Class

GRAB THE QUITE CURVY CLASS 

OPTION 1 – Variety Bundle  $123.25 (+ S&H) Receive the Quite Curvy Bundle (Stamps and Dies, Curvy Christmas set and the Paper Stack) as well as the card kit for 3 cards + bonus card kit.

OPTION 2 –  Curvy Christmas  $37 (+ S&H)  Receive the Curvy Christmas stamp set and card kits for 3 cards.  (You may substitute the Curvy Christmas for some cards).

(**Cards in the kit are not the cards shown above)

ORDER BY – Friday 13th Nov. The Curvy Bundle products are available to order November 3rd.

OPTION 3 – Curvy Class (in the studio, East Corrimal) OR available as a Card kit Mailed out.

In class: Friday 13th 10am OR Saturday 14th 2pm. 

COST: Option 1 or 2 above OR Class fee $20 or Free with orders over $35.

RSVP: Wed 11th.  Places are limited so book early.

Curvy Celebrations

TO REGISTER

Registration is now open. Please head -> HERE to register and with payment details.

Happy “curvy” creating,

Jenny

cards, Catalogues, Stampin' Up!

GORGEOUS POSIES IN DAFFODIL DELIGHT!

Jenny Hayward

I don’t create a lot of cards in yellow. Really hardly at all. I don’t know why I created this one in yellow. I wanted something different. Perhaps I was feeling a little blah! I don’t know BUT I thought I would share it with you anyway. It’s yellow, it’s bright and it’s fresh.

I have used the Gorgeous Posies stamp set. I have seen lots of lovely pinks and purples. Why not yellow right???

The white card mat was embossed with the slim leafy print of the Greenery Embossing Folder pack just on the left hand side of the card.

Then some of the Daffodil Delight Ruched Ribbon was wrapped around it before adhering it to the Daffodil Delight card mat and then the Thick White card base. Tie the bow separately and add that to the front of the card with Glue Dots. I find doing it this way a little easier to get the ribbon sitting better than tying the bow directly on the card.

I think the leaves were stamped in Granny Apple Green with Shaded Spruce “veins”. The centres of the Daffodil Delight flowers was stamped with Blackberry Bliss.

So there is your fresh yellow card. I hope it brightens your day anyway,

The Gorgeous Posies stamp set is a really pretty one. You can check it out in my store now -> HERE.

Have a great weekend,

Jenny

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HOW YOU CAN USE SOME OF THESE CUTE PAPERS THAT ARE ON SALE!

Jenny Hayward

There is only days left now to grab some of these gorgeous papers available at 15% off in the Designer Series Paper Sale.

I have to say if you can only pick one pack it would be a hard one. I have some ideas to share with you how you can use some of this gorgeous paper. I have shared some of these cards recently so if you scroll back through some posts you will get more information on the cards.

‘Tis the Season



Trimming the Town

Whale of a Time




Playful Pets

Check them out below But why not head to my store as you get a closer look at the prints on the papers. You can order there too. Head to my store -> HERE.

So don’t miss out on any of these papers. Head to my store link above and stock up on these papers at 15% off. Please use the Host Code: 9J63PU4C

In Australia? I would love you to shop with me. If you would rather not shop online then please contact me directly and I will help you out.

Happy Shopping,

Jenny

3D projects, cards, Stampin' Up!, Sunday Suites

SUNDAY SUITES – MAGIC IN THIS NIGHT SUITE!

Jenny Hayward

We don’t really celebrate Halloween in Australia. There is more and more decorating and Trick or Treating over the last few years though. I don’t usually make Halloween cards. I thought it would be still good to check out the Magic In This Night Suite for Sunday Suites because there are some hidden gems that are great for other occasions.

Firstly, this is the full Magic in this Night Suite Collection. ($155 AUD)

This Collection includes:

Hallows Night Magic Cling Stamp Set
Halloween Magic Dies (10% off)
Cobwebs 3D Embossing Folder
1-1/2″ (3.8 cm) Metallic Mesh Ribbon
Magic in this Night Designer Series Paper
Iridescent Pearls
Black Glitter Paper

See some of the gorgeous (or creepy) projects you can make with them.

Let’s look at the Hallows Night Magic Bundle.

Now this might be a Halloween set but check the dies. There are a number of them that can be used for any occasion like the frames and the pretty border. There is even a flower die and leaf.

You could make this table setting for any occasion.

Below we have the Magic in this Night Designer Series Paper. I love that some of these prints can be used for any occasion. The black/grey and white would make striking projects.

The colours in the papers are: Basic Black, Blackberry Bliss, Cajun Craze, Pretty Peacock, Whisper White.

Another fun product in this suite is the Metallic Mesh Ribbon. This ribbon is very light and adds that elegant touch to your projects. Why not wrap it around your gift boxes like in the projects below.

There are a couple of other products in this suite not to overlook.

The Black Glimmer Paper is so sparkly. I have seen some striking projects made with this for other occasions even Christmas. Sparkly black diecut Christmas trees look amazing!

Don’t miss the Iridiscent Pearls either. These would add some sparkle even in black.

What could you use for your next non-Halloween project??

Check out all the Magic In This Night Suite -> HERE.

In Australia? Contact me directly to order or you can order in my store online at the link just above. Please use the Host Code – 9J63PU4C

Thanks for ordering with me. Happy creating,

Jenny

cards, Techniques, Tutorials

WEDNESDAY’S WOW! #112 – ROLLING A BACKGROUND!

Jenny Hayward

Wednesday’s WOW! today #112. I want to share with you how to create the lovely sponged backgrounds.

I don’t know about you but I have been enjoying creating these backgrounds a lot lately.

Here is a tip from our Stampin’ Up! Catalogue.

The great tool to use for these backgrounds is the Sponge Brayers.

To use the Sponge Brayer build up the ink on the Brayer to roll over your project. I have shared this technique in a few videos recently. You will find those on Youtube or scroll back a few posts to catch them.

One tip I tell people when rolling to collect your ink is to not roll back and forward on the inkpad. It’s a “roll and lift movement”. Roll gently over the ink pad, lift the roller and roll again gently. Keep repeating this until you get the amount of ink you want.

When rolling on to your card it’s a good idea to start off the edge of your project and roll gently onto your card. Repeat building up the ink on your inkpad and roll on your project again starting off the card. Keep building up as much colour as you like.

The Sponge Brayers come with 2 handles and 4 sponge rollers. So it’s good to have a different Sponge for a different shade of colour. You can see them in store -> HERE

For creating your backgrounds you could also use the Sponges or use the Sponge Daubers but I think the Sponge Brayers are more effective as they cover a larger area at a time.

TIP: To create your “horizon” as shown in the projects above, place a piece of paper over a section to create a lined edge before you start rolling. Then if needed change your paper around to mask the edge again from the other direction to roll. Or on these cards they have elements stamped.

The stamp set used for these projects is the Sending Sunshine set seen -> HERE.

I hope you have a go at this technique. It’s a fun one to build up your coloured background.

In Australia? If you need any products to get creating these projects please stop by my store -> HERE. Thanks for your orders. Or you can contact me directly on 0439 844574.

Don’t forget to use the host code if ordering online. 9J63PU4C

Happy “rolling” 🙂

Jenny

3D projects, cards

UNDER MY UMBRELLA MINI CARD BOX

Jenny Hayward

Yesterday I shared the swaps I received at our Team Recognition Day. Today I wanted to share with you our project we made.

It is a very cute mini card box made with the Gold Pizza Boxes and 3 little cards and envelopes. It was designed by our team leader Vanessa. I just have to show you.

This shows the mini cards inside the Gold Pizza Boxes. I love seeing them peek through the window.

To cut the window in the Pizza Boxes, use one of the circle dies in the Layering Circles Dies set. From the piece of Ornate Garden Specialty Designer Series Paper cut the scallop circle then use the same size circle as used on the box to cut the centre out of the scallop circle to layer over the window. Place a piece of acetate inside the box window.

Here are the mini notecards. They had a piece of the Designer Series Paper (DSP) on the card front. The cute umbrellas from the Under the Umbrella stamp set were stamped on the pieces of DSP and punched out. The boots were hand-cut. A strip of the DSP lined the back of the envelopes. I realised now too that I forgot to trim the paper on the envelopes to curve them. I will fix that up but keep that in mind when creating them.

Isn’t this just a cute set. It makes a lovely gift.

Any of these products are available in my store to create them or if you need any other products.

In Australia? Contact me directly or head to my store -> HERE and shop away. Please use the Host Code – 9J63PU4C

Have a great day,

Jenny

3D projects, Awards, cards, Catalogues, Stampin' Up!, swaps

TEAM DAY SWAPS!

Jenny Hayward

Last week we had a Team Recognition Day for the Inky Fingers Team I am in. It was a lovely day of creating together especially as we hadn’t been able to meet together for so long. We chatted and created and were recognised for our achievements this year.

This was all the lovelies in our team who attended the day.

Clare our DDM (Demonstrator Manager for Australia) was there. It is always so lovely to see her bubbly self. 🙂 This is also with Sarah one of my team members who came along too. It was so great to share that with her.

Vanessa our team leader gave some of us a little gift. There were particular requirements to attend the day and those who achieved the requirements TWICE received this gift box with some special ribbon and embellishments. I was so honoured to receive one.

The boxes are the Mini Paper Pumpkin boxes. Isn’t it gorgeous!

Below are the swaps I received. I didn’t make any swaps. We only found out the day before and I really didn’t have time to get anything together but people were so lovely to share some of their swaps with me.

This is a little bar of soap in the little cellophane bags. It is a lovely idea instead of chocolate.

This one is created with the Dove of Hope stamp set with the World Map Dies. I love how these co-ordinate together.

This is a little treat bag. Another lovely gift. It’s a great size for a mini chocolate.

This card below was created by my friend Leonie. It’s the cutest mini Pop-Up card using the Warm and Toasty stamp set. The sentiment is from Itty Bitty Christmas.

The little tree inside is from the Most Wonderful Time stamp set.

Stop by tomorrow and I will share the cutest little gift box and mini cards we made as our projects.

Have a great day,

Jenny