Heritage Stamp Arts by Xenia

stamping with friends blog hop  this week features the 2022-2023 Annual Catalogue Criss Cross tea pocket card   As soon as I saw the new Cup of Tea Bundle and Tea Boutique Designer Series Paper, I knew this was the first purchase I would make from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalogue. Who doesn’t love a cuppa? Well I am sure there are a few but the first thing I thought was I must make a card that would fit a packet of tea and make it look like the packet was in the tea cup. After thinking of different options, I decided upon the criss-cross funfold. It shows off various sides of the lovely designer series paper and a teacup can be placed at the top where the two flaps meet. The packet can be tucked in behind that and it still fits a removable greeting insert with lots of room for a message and you can use the back of it too for a longer note.   Supplies 158667 CUP OF TEA BUNDLE (ENGLISH) 158659 TEA BOUTIQUE 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER 159204 2022–2024 IN COL...

  Our Stamping with Friends Blog Hop theme this time is Bouquet of Flowers  My entry is the Shoji Screen Card I made for my sister's birthday this month. Unfortunately, my photography showed up too many background colours but I hope you can still see the beauty of the flowers. It is true tulips seem more an April bloom but I guess it depends upon where you live. Shoji Screen Card Tulips and Windmills   Card base is 5.5"x11" scored at 2.75”, 5.5” and 8.25” (or turn cardstock and score the last section 2.75” from the other end). The first fold is a valley fold, followed by a mountain fold in the middle and a valley fold at the end. When folded closed, this will give you one panel facing you from the front and one from the back with four panels facing you when the middle is open. If you decide to use a die or punch to create a fancy border at the top, you may wish to leave ¼” – ½” more. This would be a base of 5.75” or 6” x 11” with the goal of a finished height of 5.5"...

  Showcase Blog Hop This time we are showcasing what is on our desks - what we have on the go! This time of year for me that means Tags! Tags! and More Tags! I make tags to put on my gifts. I make tags as gifts to be sent in advance of Christmas so my recipients also have handmade gift tags to use. The best tool for making many tags easily and quickly is the Tailor Made Tag Dies  As you can see there are several sizes in two different designs as well as reinforcement or decorative circles. If you like to make tags, this is an essential item for your crafting. If you live in Canada, you can order them through me here  https://www.stampinup.ca/products/tailor-made-tags-dies?demoid=2159197 With these dies you can create layers on your tags easily and tags are not just for Christmas. You can make tags for gifts for any occasion and tags are also not just for gift tags! You can use them on cards and also scrapbooks.  Here are some of my creations below! The first are Chri...

  Stamping with Friends Fall Blog Hop - Inspired Thoughts Sympathy Stamping with Friends Blog Hop for our Fall Theme. I was inspired to make this fancy fold so the designer series paper makes it look like the trees have leaves when closed and bare when open.  Stamp Set(s): 155529 Inspired Thoughts Bundle   Card Stock: 146979 Merry Merlot 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock 153078 Cinnamon Cider 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock 159276 Basic White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock   Designer Series Paper: 155841 Beauty of the Earth 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper   Stamp Pad(s) and Ink(s): 147112 Merry Merlot Classic Stampin' Pad   Dies and Embossing Folder(s): Dies from the Inspired Thoughts Bundle plus 151820 Stitched Rectangle Dies 153585 Hippo & Friends Dies   Embellishments: 156506 Brushed Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots or 155572 2020–2022 In Color Square Gems   Tools: 149653 Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Ma...