Author Archives: Ellen Harvey

14 Oct

Nicky is inspired by “Hello”.

This week, as part of the Week of Natalie, we’ve got contributors making cards inspired by Natalie’s layouts (either from her blog or her Studio Calico gallery). First up is Nicky Normandale.

Nicky says: I was inspired by this layout as it makes me feel like I am laying on the grass on a lovely day just watching the world go by. I decided to take the clouds and butterfly as the main inspiration for my card. I have been a fan of Natalie’s cute butterflies for some time and they have been on my “must do that sometime” list for just as long so what better time to try one than now! I also used a little layering, a little thread and stitched around the edges which are also little trademarks that you’ll find on her work along the way. Natalie has such a unique style and this is shown in every piece of work that she creates. Thanks so much for continuing to inspire me with everything you create and Happy Week of Natalie to you! xo

NickyNormandale001

13 Oct

On Sale NOW: Flashy Cards Fast!

You may have noticed that we’re slightly preoccupied here at Papercut Labs. Two more of our classes are launching next month, and between sickness, work trips, dental emergencies and tech problems, we’ve just barely finished the last class!

However, today marks something special. Today is the start of THE WEEK OF NATALIE. (Really nine days.) Natalie Elphinstone is teaching our inaugural card making class, and we’ve got a jam-packed week of Natalie for you.

Starting today.

A video went live this morning covering the basics of the class.

And now, you can book in! With an earlybird special! [this is a link]

Just click the link above and it’ll take you to the product page which has more information about the class AND a discount for everyone who signs up to the class over the next nine days.

But wait, there’s more!

Week of Natalie Prize (with title)

Simply by commenting on this post (OR on Natalie’s giveaway post at her blog), you can win this fabulous prize. So what are you waiting for? Comment away.

** Competition is open until Wednesday 22 October 8pm AEDT. Winners will be announced shortly thereafter.

03 Oct

Introducing Tarrah!

It’s been a busy week. A long week. And honestly, I needed just a little break. But today is the day. We have selected our first Papercut Labs blogging team! *fireworks go off, lots of cheering*

Today, let me introduce you to Tarrah.

First. By her work (these images have been ‘borrowed’ from her blog):

Second. By her creative bio:

My name is Tarrah McLean, I am 37 years old and I live on the beautiful NSW Central Coast, Australia with my husband Simon and our two gorgeous sons Luke (9) and Oliver (4).

When I am not scrapbooking or playing Mum and wife, I enjoy working part time in my hairdressing salon that I have now owned for six and a half years. 

I have been scrapbooking for nine years now, starting when my eldest son was born. I started when one of my aunties was really into Creative Memories, she showed me the ropes and I was hooked instantly…it didn’t take me too long to venture into my own style with all the other gorgeous products out there.

My own style has really evolved over time….I would currently describe my scrapbooking style as clean, layered, colourful, versatile, fun and trendy! I feel I produce my best work creating layouts but I also enjoy creating cards and mini albums as well.

Some of my favourite brands to create with are Heidi Swapp, Crate Paper, American Crafts, My Mind’s Eye and Bella Blvd.

I look for inspiration everywhere…fellow crafters, magazines, blogs and online galleries….but my favourite place for inspiration is my other addiction called Pinterest! I truly LOVE this idea and it is just flowing with awesomeness!

But, what makes me happy? Everything!! People make me happy, beautiful things, my boys, my friends and family, scrapbooking, travelling, sleeping, shopping, cuddling, watching movies, walking and PINTEREST!!

Third. By her ‘homes’ on the internet:

Blog | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest

 

26 Sep

Lego Love

It’s hard to find a house without Lego. Somehow, it just ends up in our lives, even if we don’t buy it ourselves.

But what to do when you have spare pieces lying around?

They can make fantastic gifts. I am particularly partial to the Lego keyring (above), especially when matched with the Lego keyring holder (number two on the list). It’s getting to the end of the school year and Christmas is coming, why not get a little creative with those mis-matched Lego pieces?

(I grew up in a house with Duplo–basically huge Lego so the under-twos can’t eat it. If you made keychains with Duplo, you’d never lose your keys in your bag again!)

24 Sep

Start collecting those rolls!

Donna Macpherson-Williams is teaching our Christmas Projects class this year and she’s got an advent calendar up her sleeve to teach you. (A lot of tag fun, I believe!)

But, if you’re looking for a quick and easy and the kids-can-paint-it type of job, this might be your type of advent calendar! (Found via Pinterest) Made from cardboard, toilet rolls and a bit of butchers paper, you can decorate it as you wish.

And the kids will love it, because they get to punch through the paper each morning.

19 Sep

Blog Feature: rukristin.com

Good morning, paper friends! I was searching Twitter yesterday using the hashtag #scrapbook, and came across a tweet. This tweet:

Which lead me to this post: Scrapbooking with a Kit. And thus I was introduced to the world of Kristin. Since yesterday I’ve followed her on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram.

And her pictures which are only part of why you should follow her too. Her posts are informative, useful and relevant to scrapbooking today. Her Scrapbooking with a Kit post comes at a particularly good time, since the team from the Scrappery Kit Club are teaching next month’s class.

But I won’t hold you up, I know you’re itching to check out Kristin’s amazing photography and scrapbooking posts.