Making Cards - Ideas for a card craft beginner (Part 3)

rainmac

Crafty_JuJu wrote: »

ali.b123 - Thanks So far I have made them all by hand while watching TV...I keep saying I'm going to dig out my sewing machine though as I want to make some bigger ones like the rabbit & don't fancy sewing that much again by hand! Will have to blow the dust off the sewing machine though as its been a while since its been used, fingers crossed it still works!

Wow your sock creatures are amazing!

PepPop

rainmac wrote: »

Choccy, how about you buy a machine and give me your old Bug...

Flourgirl, I made Alice's cake yesterday afternoon and it's more than half gone already

I was good and didn't watch QVC and haven't ordered anything either

Hope everyone's ok, it's snowing here x

Can I ask a really daft question - Can someone give me an idiots guide to the Bug please?

I really want to start doing more exciting things with my cards and from all your posts this seems like the most logical thing to buy next but I haven't a clue what exactly it does. Does it come with everything you need or do you buy accessories as you go along? I did try to google but didn't get very far. HELP?

chocolate.orange_2

rainmac wrote: »

Choccy, how about you buy a machine and give me your old Bug...

Flourgirl, I made Alice's cake yesterday afternoon and it's more than half gone already

I was good and didn't watch QVC and haven't ordered anything either

Hope everyone's ok, it's snowing here x

Colds or sore throats going round here Rainmac Which would you like ? :rotfl: Hope everyone at your house is feeling better now x

Alices cake is sooo nice, im not surprised its half gone. I could eat that , much on my own:o

We woke up to a dusting of snow but the suns out now. I was half naughty and only bought one set via quidco of course

chocolate.orange_2

PepPop wrote: »

Can I ask a really daft question - Can someone give me an idiots guide to the Bug please?

I really want to start doing more exciting things with my cards and from all your posts this seems like the most logical thing to buy next but I haven't a clue what exactly it does. Does it come with everything you need or do you buy accessories as you go along? I did try to google but didn't get very far. HELP?

You get a few bits with it but you can buy dies and embossing folders to go with it. They are great and i do really love my bug. Even though its snotty green ;)..

You can use most dies that are available out there and with abit of jiggling they can fit and work. Embossing folders are about £4 each give or take a few 10ps'

Have a look on Ikkis' blog she can do fantastic things with a bug
http://ikkiscuttlebugcupboard.blogspot.com/

Crafty_JuJu

rainmac - Thankyou I've fallen in love with the idea of making toys out of socks, so much so that I went a little mad in the Jan sales...I know what everyone will be getting for Xmas lol

pinkladymel - I too thought the glitters on QVC were a little too expensive even with the 10p P&P! Theres another programe on at 3pm so may have a peak & see what they have to offer as the TSV has sold out.

RustyFlange

THE-WIFE wrote: »

:D Afrain my survival kit was a waste of time, sitting there with my girl guides outfit on too. Never mind, woke up about 12.15 and them couldn't decide what to buy so I bought both. :o Birthday treat from someone I'm sure. Just got to buy another Really useful Box for them to go in.

I thought the glitter was a tad expensive some some nice stuff there and the circle cutter looked interesting especially how quick you can cut one. Did someone mention an MS scoreboard as I didn't see that just the mat.

:rotfl: don't set me off with the really useful boxes again!!! I have loads of them now and need more as I still haven't enough boxes to put everything in!!

rainmac wrote: »

Choccy, how about you buy a machine and give me your old Bug...

Flourgirl, I made Alice's cake yesterday afternoon and it's more than half gone already

I was good and didn't watch QVC and haven't ordered anything either

Hope everyone's ok, it's snowing here x

Hey Mrs would you like to borrow my bug? I can post it down end of this month and you can bring it back at the NEC?


Just added finishing touches (heart and ribbon) to my box I made yesterday quite happy with it even if it is a little plain! Now I just need to cover some mints, and made a valentines card!

This lady's blog I stumbled upon, think I clicked a link on UKscrappers, I love all her makes and this card in particular has forced me to buy that stamp!!! If you are not already a follower then I really recommend becoming one, she has some beautiful cards and very inspirational!

rainmac

Look at this very cute project... http://www.starlightstamper.com/2008/02/valentines-day-bath-time-fun.html

rainmac

Crafty_JuJu wrote: »

rainmac - Thankyou I've fallen in love with the idea of making toys out of socks, so much so that I went a little mad in the Jan sales...I know what everyone will be getting for Xmas lol

pinkladymel - I too thought the glitters on QVC were a little too expensive even with the 10p P&P! Theres another programe on at 3pm so may have a peak & see what they have to offer as the TSV has sold out.

I am dying to know, how many pairs of socks did you buy in the sales???

wam73

Thanks for noticing me Rusty ha ha.
Everythings so busy and there is so much to do. Updating this, Making that, Reading this lol
I do however read here all the time but just dont always get round to posting.
I am however going to link my blog again. Did it quite late last night and it would be lovely to have a few people to give my stamp to lol Blog here

rainmac

RustyFlange wrote: »

Hey Mrs would you like to borrow my bug? I can post it down end of this month and you can bring it back at the NEC?
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Your box is beautiful!!! No, blimey what if it broke in transit or if I broke it??? :eek: :eek: :eek: I get on ok without one I think so am still resisting the temptation Thank you soooo much for your lovely offer though x