New Inks from Spectrum Noir

Hi all! Its been a while I know, but I'm finally finished with my German certification exam (I'll know my results in September...) so I now have a little more time to craft. In 2 weeks time, when the kids go back to school, I'll have even more time, in-between my new job, of course, …

May your dreams bloom and grow

Hi all! Its Wednesday, which means another challenge begins at Addicted to Stamps and More. This week, the challenge theme is "Make Your Mark", and as a colourist, this is my favourite them of course.Today's card is coloured with colour pencils from Spectrum Noir called Colour Blend, following a free tutorial from Kit and Clowder. …

Blossoming Bouquet

Hi all, its Wednesday, so another challenge begins over at Addicted to Stamps and More and this week's theme is "Make Your Mark", so bring out your pens, markers, colour pencils, watercolours... and show us your wonderful creations! I coloured this gorgeous Peony(?) stamp from Crafters Companion called Blossoming Bouquet, using my new Aqua water-based markers …

Watercolour Kingfisher – Photo tutorial and giveaway

Hi all! What are you all doing today? I'm going to try and start painting again after a break of 10 whole days!!! Mind you I have been painting, but on my cards, using stamps and not freeform. In fact, since I've become a Brand Ambassador for Spectrum noir (no I cannot say that too …

Deep Blue

Hi all! Its Wednesday today so another challenge starts at Addicted to Stamps and More and this week we have a beautiful photo board to inspire you. How will you interpret these dreamy images?I decided to try and reproduce the top right-hand image of swirling waters using my new Spectrum Noir water reactive ink pad …