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Card Making

13 Sep

Happy Thursday people! How are we are we doing? So I’ve got a busy weekend ahead of me, purely because I have my monthly Coffee & a Card Class that’s held at my home. Last month was the first month and I had more attendees than expected, it’s always fun to share what I love. I’ve been posting previews over…
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Heart-Air Ballloon

Card Making

11 Sep

Happy Tuesday! I have a little confession; I haven’t crafted since the weekend whereas I’ve crafted ever night since my starter kit arrived. Having a break is making my head swell with ideas so I’m excited to get back into my room, only need to tidy it up first. Sean’s orders. Today’s card has actual purpose, it’s being given to…
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September Swaps

Card Making

9 Sep

Right it’s that time of the month! As you may remember last month I did a post regarding a monthly swap I partake in. If you are unformiliour with this when you batch make a design and swap it with others to increase your collection of ideas. Now I’m starting to feel quite bad as all my cards so far…
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Seasons Greetings

Card Making

7 Sep

I know this post it late, don’t all shout at once! This one has taken a lot more preparation than expected. I’ve been wanting to organise an online card class that all of you can receive and get crafting my design from the comfort of your own home. How better to start than with a product from the Autumn/Winter Catalogue?…
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Lifting Me Up

Card Making

4 Sep

Hello everybody! How are we all doing? I’ve had a delivery today and I can wait to get playing! As I said in Sunday video, I’ve ordered Stampin Blends and I’m excited to see what they are like. However today’s card isn’t using them in fact uses the Stampin Write Markers (again I know but they are brilliant). My favourite…
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Own Kind Of Beautiful

Card Making

2 Sep

The sun is back and that makes me happy! When I’m happy I seem to be make better cards, or at least that’s my opinion. As I’m sure you are all aware I love the Long Notelet Cards (no that I have ever purchased the cards pack). They are just the perfect size for smaller stamps and if larger cards…
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Hello! I’m Martin, the creator behind Martin’s Mayhem. I craft to break up the monotonous life of working 9-5. I hope you enjoy my little bit of crafting mayhem.

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Okay, but can we take a moment for these florals? Okay, but can we take a moment for these florals?

I created this card using the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Fragrant Florals from @altenewllc and honestly, that huge floral image does not need much help to look absolutely gorgeous.

I went with soft pinks and deep green leaves, then cut the circular aperture so the “Stay Beautiful” sentiment could peek through from underneath. Of course, I couldn’t leave it there, so we’ve also got foam tape, a bold black sentiment strip, twine doing its own thing and a little scattering of sequins for sparkle.

Soft and elegant… but still with enough going on to keep me happy!

What colour would you use for these flowers? I’m already thinking this would look incredible in blues.

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Golden florals on deep green cardstock will always Golden florals on deep green cardstock will always have my heart.

I created this thank you card using the Botanical Elegance Alcohol Marker Coloring Sheets from @altenewllc, colouring the flowers in warm golden tones before cutting them out and building this bold floral arrangement.

I love how dramatic the deep green background makes everything feel, especially with the soft foliage, layered sentiment and all those little finishing details.

Would you keep the flowers golden, or go for something completely different?

You can find more details over on my blog through the link in my bio.

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Soft greens, sunny daisies and a rather dramatic p Soft greens, sunny daisies and a rather dramatic pink sentiment… this card has a little bit of everything I love 🌼

I created this thank you card using the new Daisy Frame Bundle from the Every Happiness release by @simonsaysstamp.

Rather than using the floral image as one complete frame, I split the design between the top and bottom of the card to create space for that large ombré “Thanks” sentiment. A softly stamped background, vellum shadow layer, iridescent sequins and a little natural thread helped bring everything together without taking attention away from those gorgeous flowers.

Would you keep the daisies yellow, or colour them in a completely different palette?

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There’s something about a soft, neutral Christmas There’s something about a soft, neutral Christmas palette that gets me every time. 🤍🌲

For this card I reached for the Sleigh Bells Ring Collection from @rosiestudioinc, layering the beautiful die-cuts to create a woodland-inspired Christmas scene. I love how easy it is to build lots of dimension when everything coordinates so perfectly!

The best part? You can recreate this look using the Sleigh Bells Ring Value Pack, making it a great option if you’re looking to get started with the collection.

If you’d like to see more photos and read all about the card, head over to my latest blog post. Just comment SLEIGH below and I’ll send you the link. ✨

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🚪 Knock knock… This weekend, I’m taking over the 🚪 Knock knock…

This weekend, I’m taking over the Altenew Fan Group… and I’d love for you to join me!

I’ve got two days of crafty fun planned, including:

✨ A sketch challenge
🎁 A giveaway
💬 Cardmaker games
💕 Plenty of inspiration, tips and laughs along the way

Whether you’re a long-time Altenew fan or you’ve recently discovered their amazing products, everyone is welcome!

👇 Comment MAYHEM below and I’ll send you the link to the Facebook group.

I can’t wait to spend the weekend crafting with you all! See you on 25th & 26th July (BST)!

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