The 'Do Crafts' Creativity Blog

The new face of handmade jewellery...

2008-11-13T07:52:00.001Z

After Becks Faggs trip to Athens this week, she has arrived home absolutely in love with the Cousin Corp Jewellery and she is looking for the new face of handmade jewellery in the UK! So if you have the bug, and have some experience... and are looking for a PAID job (and FREE STASH)... then email becksf@designobjectives.com or leave a comment and she will look at blogs and projects ;)

Get The Papermania Look...

2008-10-07T11:15:00.001+01:00

I am so in love with these two kits! (me? bias? noooooooo)

They really are scrummy and perfect for both card makers and scrappers. I hand picked all of the components...and me being me...was very fussy! Afterall...only the best for my Papermania lovers right?

Make sure you grab a kit (hey found a good christmas pressie yet?) and give your cards or pages the Papermania look ;-)

Emma xx

Are You An ATC Kinda Girl?

2008-10-02T10:11:00.002+01:00

I know so many more of you are now getting into ATC swaps...and why not?!

An easy, creative way of making new friends and showing off your beautiful talent!

Papermania launched an ATC card and envelope pack only last month and you are all going crazy for them. Why? because you get 50 of them (with envelopes) at just £1.99...all pre-cut (my idea of crafting heaven).

These also make wonderful mini invitations and thank you notes!

even MORE for September 08...

2008-09-01T11:01:00.006+01:00

NEW from Anita's this September:

All your favourite Christmas outline stickers, repeated in silver

and gold in a tidy folder that has plenty of storage space. Plus,

an exclusive Rudolph design that's hard to resist!

Use Anita's tweezers with the outline stickers to help pick up

those smaller and intricate pieces more easily.

For Christmas card making in bulk, choose Anita's cream or

white 50 card blanks & envelopes in tall, A6 or square sizes or a 25pk in A5. Good quality and value packs with a free exclusive outline sticker inside!

AND EVEN MORE TO COME IN SEPTEMBER...

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NEW FOR SEPTEMBER...

2008-09-01T10:13:00.000+01:00

Yep...a new product launch for September...and I am sooooooooooooo excited!

Alphaminis, albums, sparkling trims....oh i'm dribbling!

Get Your 2" x 12" strips NOW!

2008-08-21T14:03:00.003+01:00

For those of you that thought using the 2" x 12" paper packs from Papermania was too difficult then check out this project by Katy Godbeer.

Making life easier in the world of scrapbooking is something that the Papermania team want to help with (especially as we are all so busy these days!)

These paper strips are so cheap...and just look what you can do with them!

(Don't worry - there are plenty of everyday designs too! Try this technique on your next Birthday card)

NEW TO PAPERMANIA!

2008-08-21T09:18:00.004+01:00

Always get stuck on ideas for Christmas pressies? This year Papermania has made life a little easier by introducing mini albums in a fab chipboard cover and clear acrylic! Dress them up to make personalised gifts that your friends and family will treasure forever!

Card makers don't need to be afraid that this is just focused on scrapbookers. Papermania know that card makers can make that step to creating a beautiful gift without getting scared - and the good thing is - you can use your card making products for this too!

Acrylic Albums are RRP £9.99 and Chipboard Albums are RRP £2.99 - what a bargain!!

2008-07-30T12:20:00.004+01:00

Coming Soon to a store near you!

Oh yes, do crafts unveils a new crafting range of Forever Friends

products just for you!

The launch provides paper packs,

coloured stickers, stamps and kits to

get you started.

When September comes be ready

to get your eyes of the prize!

Have You Got Yours Yet?

2008-07-28T21:07:00.001+01:00

Get your crafty mitts on these HOT products before they sell out!

Paper packs only £4.99 / high quality clear stamps only £7.99 (RRP)

Take A Break...

2008-07-28T20:55:00.000+01:00

Papermania has hit the womens lifestyle press!

Papermania has a giveaway in the Take A Break magazine - summer special. So grab the chance to win something self indulging or have a go at winning some Papermania gorgeousness - even the BIG MAGS want a piece of the NEW Papermania!

Emma x

The new face of scrapbooking...

2008-07-04T10:42:00.003+01:00

We have launched a brand new magazine this week - Creativity Life! Along with the magazine comes a new portal http://www.creativitylife.com/ where you can submit your work, read extra content, and find your local stockist.

We are working on more features - and so will keep you posted on new additions ;)

To celebrate the launch of the website and magazine we are offering limited edition kits to give website subscribers a flavour of what products to expect from us! With exclusive product made for us by Doodlebug Design, as well as a tempting Ten'tations card pack from Core'dinations... we have a massive array of goodies available HERE!

Be sure and let us know what you think: editor@creativitylife.com

We Have a New Winner!

2008-06-11T10:20:00.002+01:00

Good Morning everyone!

We have a new 'Challenge of the Week' winner over on the Do Crafts website. It's Alexandra aka Eisbaerin! Congratulations Alexandra! Why not check out Alexandra's gallery here? This weeks challenge involves using something new in your crafting stash. Pop over to Do Crafts for more information.

We have a winner!!

2008-06-05T15:20:00.002+01:00

Good Morning All!

We have a new worthy winner of Clare's Challenge of the Week over at Do Crafts. It's Audrey, aka Big Aud. Well done Audrey, your prizes are on their way to you! This weeks challenge is all about using just left overs to create your project. Why not hop on over to the Challenge page to find out more. Remember, the challenge is open to all, and the winner is randomly picked, so everyone has a chance of winning! What have you got to lose?

...front page news!

2008-06-04T10:47:00.003+01:00

Our new addition to the Creativity family hits shelves on July 1st! The whole magazine is now in the hands of small people who print and bind and dust and polish... all to be ready for you to hold and handle on the first day of July...

It is totally different to Creativity - as the focus is more scrapbooking, photography, family history... of of course all the juicy gossip on the lastest gadget and happenings in the scrap world!

Creativity Life will be ONLY £2.50! First issue you can get as a double bumper pack with Creativity (limited quantities, so maybe ask your store to reserve one for you... I bet your fav retailer would be happy to offer!!) The bumper packs are priced at just £2.50 - so you get one mag for FREE (a word we all like ;)

Looking forward to your feedback... and we have a new forum just for the mag on Craft Talk - see HERE

xxxx

I've Joined!

2008-06-02T13:52:00.005+01:00

Brand Manager for Papermania and X-Cut (and ex Craft Talk moderator) Emma Collins arrives at the 'do crafts' blog to tell you all about the gorgeous new products coming from Papermania and X-Cut in the next few months.

Take your seat and be prepared to be dazzled...more information coming soon!

...in Bath!

2008-05-30T15:22:00.002+01:00

Not on holiday... just enjoying the delights of publishing as we put the launch issue of Creativity! Life magazine to bed. The magazine is just bursting with inspiration as well as designer tricks and cheats and literally dozens of pages that we hope will really float your boat! Keep an eye on your Creativity! stockist on July 1st for your first look at our new baby!

Are you our Scrapbook Apprentice?

2008-05-28T16:54:00.004+01:00

COMING SOON in Creativity Life issue 1 (out July 1st!)

Becks x

Get in Shape Challenge Winner!

2008-05-26T17:14:00.002+01:00

I've just realised that I haven't let you know who won Clare's Challenge of the Week. You know the one, about making a project not the normal shape. I've been on the road, you see, and feel like the Littlest Hobo at the moment (if anyone remembers that programme!). The Winner was Margo aka maggie's card craft. Well done Maggie.

This weeks Challenge (now only a couple of days left due to my calamitous brain) is all about bringing in the bling! Check out the challenge here for more details. I'll try and let you know about the next challenge more promptly, next time!

Clare's Challenge of the Week Winner!

2008-05-08T13:31:00.002+01:00

Last weeks Challenge of the Week winner was Olga Pope. Well Done Olga! This weeks challenge is about personalising a piece of crafting storage. It could be a paper carrier, embellishment caddy or even a pen pot! Don't forget you can make this as simple or as complex as you desire, from a charm, to using eyelets or acrylic paints. Remember, the only limit is your imagination, and the randomly chosen winner will receive crafting goodies! Click here for more details!

Love ink?

2008-05-01T18:54:00.003+01:00

Well... DO CRAFTS stockists will be able to bring you the wonderful Clearsnap/Colorbox range of ink pads and embossing pads and powders from June-July 2008! You know those lush cats eyes, and fluid chalk ink pads... the ones that need to be in a sweetie jar... well look forward to seeing them in participating stores later in the year :)

Clare's Weekly Craft Challenge!

2008-04-30T23:22:00.001+01:00

Today sees the start of Clare's Weekly Craft Challenge over on the Do Crafts Website. There will be a new crafty challenge announced by yours truly every Wednesday. You can have a go just for the sheer enjoyment of it, and one randomly chosen participant will win a few Do Crafts Goodies! Can't be bad. What are you waiting for? Click here to join in the fun!

2008-04-28T13:02:00.003+01:00

Hi Everyone! Just sending you a reminder to confirm that due to job role changes I no longer manage the weekly challenge :((. So, this section is temporarily on hold. However! Keep checking the docrafts blog and homepage because we will get a member of our team to start this feature up again soon with some fresh new challenges for you to experiment with!

Hope you can be patient with us for now but don't let that stop you having a go yourself! Perhaps if you have a craft club you can take it in turns to make up your own challenges!

Holly xx

Project of the week!

2008-04-19T10:56:00.001+01:00

Here is my offering for project of the week, this week over at Do Crafts. I called it Flower card Duet, as they are cards, there are two of them and they both use flowers. I don't know how I think these titles up! Go on, have a look over on Do crafts to find out how to make them.

Becca on the block...

2008-04-18T14:18:00.003+01:00

...just like buses, you get one Becks (aka Rebekah) and then another one comes along! We have a *new* team member, Rebecca - and are looking forward to easing her into all the fun that happens at DO HQ!

You have noticed that the weekly challenges have had a little break - just whilst Holly settles into her new role as Brand Manager for Anitas, Forever Friends etc.

We do have some exciting *sparkly* new goodies that will be appearing in your local DO stockist (if you pester them!!) in the shape of delicious Doodlebug Design... glitter that girls NEED!!!

DO you have a Crop-a-dile?

2008-04-07T08:43:00.006+01:00

We want to hear what you think about the Crop-a-dile!

Share your reviews on your blog and link them here for us to see!

Mag Shout Out!

2008-04-04T13:15:00.002+01:00

Want to get published?

Well if you think you have what it takes... then submit your pages to our reader's gallery windowsill ;) Email katyg@designobjectives.com with a picture of your layout, and remember to include a quick list of the products you have used...

We are always looking for new design talent, as well as scrapbook pages that make us smile... so why not submit your latest creation today?

A little sneak peak...

2008-04-04T08:48:00.003+01:00

Want to see what we have up our sleeves for you (taster issue out in May's Creativity! magazine...) Well keep watching, and we will be posting sneaks of our brand new mag!!!

New faces, new features, new style... {we like *new*}

Get Inspired!

2008-03-27T14:46:00.004Z

Two of our talented Design Team, Beckie Dreyer and Jane Dean have been busy this week with Basic Grey and Papermania visit the New Projects of the 'do crafts' site for full details!

Love This Collection!

2008-03-26T08:20:00.003Z

Two Scoops is my favourite collection from BasicGrey. Why? becasue it's so girly and yet you can use it with your photographs of boys and girls!

Emma x

Bold as BRASS

2008-03-24T12:05:00.003Z

Oooo... fancy our delight to open an email and find this attached? We *love* it!

The lovely Chris Rowe emailed it to us, as we are looking for guest Design Team members for our new magazine launching soon... Chris used the funky PaperMania retro line... as well as chipboard and those yummy gems. So despite the snow... this layout gives a hint of sunshine ;)

Keep them coming... x

Happy Easter Monday!

2008-03-24T08:30:00.002Z

Just a quick note to say that we hope you are recovering from a massive feast yesterday, and that the kids have stopped bouncing off the walls enough for you to grab some 'you' time and craft a little.

If you need a reason - then there is no better cause than Marie Curie Create a Card for Cancer Care! Even the lovely Hugh Grant is part of the push to raise money for a really wonderful charity. So get that feel good factor, and hide away for an hour to create a card (or three) to send in to us for donation to the Marie Curie shops nationwide. Details can be found in on our website, or in your local DO Craft Stockist.

Happy Easter Monday :)

Some Inspiration...

2008-03-20T13:18:00.006Z

If ever you need a little 'pick me up' from the day... you can always mosey along to the Do Crafts website and with one click of a button find LOADS of inspiration...HERE. You may even bump into some of our talented *new* Design Team with projects to tempt those scissor hungry taste buds.

If you are crafting over the Easter Hols (and let's face it... it is the perfect excuse!!) upload your masterpieces to your own personal gallery on our website - who knows, we may spot the next Marieke and Kirsty out there ;) Add a comment with the link you your gallery and we will definitely have a peek!

Sparkle Challenge!

2008-03-20T09:24:00.004Z

Anne-Louise has won this selection of Anita's and Papermania stickers for her sparkly blue star card. Well done!

Absolutely Fabulous!

2008-03-19T13:51:00.003Z

Check out this gorgeous card by Kirsty Wiseman! Using the X-Cut die cut stencils, this is beautiful! I just love the polka dot and the luscious vibrant pink good enough to eat!

Check out Kirsty Wiseman at the Stitch & Craft Show at London Olympia next week to see her in action in her class titled 'paint and bling'! Click here for more info!

Join Us at Olympia!

2008-03-18T15:20:00.003Z

Join us at London's Olympia Show next week to see the bubbly Clare Curd in the live demonstration theatre with some great projects using Papermania and X-Cut.

Why not treat yourself and book on to a class with the fabulous Kirsty Wiseman teaching the scrapbooking class titled 'paint and bling!' Featuring every girls dream and everything pink, this layout is enough to make you drool! Trust us! Tickets are available to buy from http://www.twistedthread.com/pages/exhibitions/viewExhibition.aspx?id=16&view=overview for a mere £6! All the product is available for you to make the project!

Alternatively why not try your hand at making one of Anita Brooks cards in the card making class with Papermania and X-Cut. Make two wonderful cards for you to take home and give to your family and friends whilst learning a whole host of techniques!

Challenge of the week winner

2008-03-14T13:37:00.001Z

Well done to Josmamo for winning this weeks challenge!

We would applaud you - but figure it means more coming from one of our fav men ;)

Thanks for taking part... and watch this space for more challenges coming soon!

Love BasicGrey?

2008-03-11T18:20:00.001Z

If you have a soft spot for all things BasicGrey then you are going to love that from 2008 all your fav new lines are available from Do Crafts stockists! You can view the new lines on our website... HERE .

Resist if you can!

This Week's prize!

2008-03-11T12:38:00.004Z

Keep an eye on our blog to see who the winner of this prize will be on friday regarding Holly's Weekly Challenge!

A Gift for the Happy Couple

2008-03-11T10:08:00.001Z

For step by steps on how to recreate your own wedding candle, go to Jo Austin's page on the
do crafts website.

Home Sweet Home

2008-03-11T09:17:00.004Z

This Scrapbook page, designed by Jo Dumbleton uses the Papermania Mother's Day Paper Kit. This shows that you can used themed papers and stickers for different uses! This page has a humble homely feel with warm colour combinations and floral patterns.

Love, love, love...

2008-03-10T12:06:00.005Z

Ok - so the Beatles may have coined the phrase, but it doesn't mean that we can't have a little 'loved up' scrap session.

For me, I have around 5 really good reasons (all more photogenic than moi) and I don't really consign the feeling to Feb 14th. My littlest cherub is 2 - and this does entail tantrums and tears (and that is just me!) but she is a little firecracker who reminds me to love regardless.

Anyways, I whipped this layout up whilst around a table or two at a Scrapping Frenzy crop. The lovely Emma had handed me a pink and red PaperMania kit - and a challenge to create quickly. I have to say that I am speed scrapper - only because time dictates that I rarely have more that 20 mins per layout. I am surely not alone in this - so here is just a quickie that uses the lurve kit - and some 3D adhesive and black pen (courtesy of the generous Jo Dumbleton... *thank you*.)

So in the immortal words of Nat King Cole... "Let there be love..."

Later, Becks x

Martha My Dear

2008-03-07T10:33:00.006Z

My challenge this week is to use themed papers for something other than their intended theme! Check out the challenge page for more info and news about this weeks prize!
To kick us off and give you an example Katy Godbeer has used Love themed papers and stickers combined with die-cut alphabets to create this page of her lovely dog.

I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with!

Weekly Challenge winner!

2008-03-07T10:23:00.003Z

The winner of Holly's Easter Challenge of the week is Tracey (Glamourpuss) from Essex with her floral spring card.

Well done to all who took part there were some fresh colours and design work in the gallery for Easter. Keep checking for the new challenge and get involved!

Having A Ball!

2008-03-06T13:36:00.004Z

Creativiity Life Design Team Member Jo Dumbleton has created this wonderful vibrant page using Papermania, and Acrylic paint. Fantastic! Click here for more information!

Easter project prize

2008-03-06T12:25:00.004Z

This eclection of floral prints and contemporary design from Papermania will be given to the winner of the Easter Challenge, picked tomorrow!

Project of the Week

2008-03-05T08:55:00.003Z

There have been some exciting projects going up lately in the Project of the Week Competition album in the Members Gallery. Look out for an entry to be selected nearer the end of the month!

Well done to all who are taking part!

Totally Vibrant Tuesday!

2008-03-04T14:36:00.002Z

As a total contrast to yesterday (Check out how versatile Papermania products are!!) Marieke has this so very vibrant page to share today! Visit the New Projects sections of the 'do crafts' site for the low down on how to create in Marieke's unique style!

One Scoop or Two?

2008-03-03T13:09:00.003Z

Where Basic Grey is concerned more is definitely more! Two Scoops hits selected 'do crafts' stockists this week, so the rush is on to get your hands on this luscious range! Look out for lots more pages featuring this range this week! Here's my first though! Although it's great for all themes i defy anyone not to use an Ice-Cream pic for these gorgeous papers!

Newbie...

2008-03-03T12:20:00.005Z

Ok, so I am *new* to Do Crafts...

Having played a lot in the craft industry, I feel like I have found a home that has everything I am passionate about. GREAT people, GREAT products (...and wait until you see what we have in store for you!!) as well as GREAT website(s), magazine(s) and oodles and oodles of inspiration. I have written and designed for the Creativity Mag (way back when) and if you gander over to the PaperMania website; you can see myself and my daughter (and some original BasicGrey papers under those sticky ribbons...) who ironically have been the face of this website for a few years ;)

I am really excited to see BasicGrey and Doodlebug Design (2 of my most favourite brands in the whole wide universe of craft) now under the roof - and soon to be on shelves - of Do Crafts stockists. I *adore* the designs... and you will find all their product happily at home in my personal craft stash.

I know Katy has some inspiration for you on the Two Scoops release from BasicGrey which is out there this week! I will also loaded up some layouts I whipped together (*excuse the pun) with these creamy delicious and soft and subtle range of papers and embellishments...

Enjoy!

Becks x

Mother's Day

2008-02-29T14:25:00.003Z

Not only have Print and Pattern taken note of our exciting Easter range but also highlighted Papermania's Mother's Day collection on their website too!

Birthday Challenge winner

2008-02-29T09:02:00.002Z

The winner of last week's Birthday challenge was Olga Pope.
Well done to everyone who joined in, there are some really nice designs!

Print and Pattern News

2008-02-28T13:01:00.003Z

One of our favourite websites Print and Pattern, that is updated daily has commented on are fantastic Easter Papermania collections.

Holly's Birthday challenge of the week

2008-02-28T11:16:00.004Z

Check out our website tomorrow to see who the winner of this fabulous prize is!

Butterfly challenge winner

2008-02-22T10:44:00.007Z

Check out this weeks prize for a winner of the birthday challenge starting today! The winner will be chosen at random in a weeks time.

Tanya (TANYA24) was the lucky prize winner of Holly's Butterfly challenge last week.

Technique Hotspot!

2008-02-21T08:58:00.003Z

Check out our ribbon brad video to see ideas, projects and techniques on how to use these funky embellishments!

Subscribe Now!

2008-02-20T12:08:00.004Z

We have teamed up with Papercraft Inspirations and ScrapBook Inspirations for the "Create a Card for Cancer Care" campaign!

We have arranged for £5 (including VAT) to be donated to Marie Curie Cancer Care from each special subscription to our magazines", says Jenny Dixon.

You can take out this exclusive subscription offer for PaperCraft inspirations or Scrapbook inspirations magazine by clicking here

Money will go towards the Marie Curie Cancer Care Nurses who care for terminally ill patients.

This weeks lucky winner of Holly's butterfly challenge will get.....

2008-02-18T10:47:00.003Z

Papermania Mini Scrapbook Kit!

Challenge of the week winner

2008-02-15T09:12:00.002Z

Well done to Nikkibee for winning last weeks 'mix and match' challenge!

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Butterfly ideas to help get you started with the challenge of the week!

Get involved...

2008-02-14T11:35:00.003Z

Join in with our questionnaire to help improve the docrafts website and understand whats important to YOU!!

Challenge!

2008-02-11T09:47:00.001Z

Our weekly challenge on 'Mixing and Matching' products is up and we would like you to get involved and be inspired!

Well done to Chirpinpixie for winning last week's prize. The picture above is what a lucky crafter, chosen at random could win this week.

Spring...spiration!

2008-02-08T08:08:00.002Z

Green and yellow tones are combined to make this Spring Daffodil card.

Projects mean prizes!

2008-02-04T11:08:00.001Z

The new weekly challege is up on the 'docrafts' homepage. Click here for all the details.

This is the prize for our randomly chosen winner this week, a great selection of crafty supplies on a Love theme.

We have a winner!

2008-02-01T10:59:00.001Z

The randomly chosen winner of last weeks challenge was....... Caroline! (aka country crafter)

Congratulations! Your prize is on it's way!

New Challenge and a prize!

2008-01-25T10:43:00.001Z

The new Challenge has just gone live over on the 'do crafts' homepage. Click here for all the details.

This week I want you to get creative with buttons! Buttons are one of the 'do crafts' team's favourite products so we're all looking forward to seeing what you do with them!

A new addition this week is a little prize! I've put together some of my favourite bits and pieces including some of the gorgeous new Papermania Designer Brads as well as some buttons (of course!).

The prize will go to one entry for this challenge and I'll pick one at random on Friday 1st February at 10am. So get your entries uploaded before then!

Big and Bold

2008-01-15T09:35:00.001Z

It is easy to layer up cardstock using Stick It 3D foam pads to achieve a 3D effect on your projects. This embellishment is big and bright, using Papermania Evergreen and Sunset card, adhesive pearls and eyelets.

If this works for you, try changing the colour ways to suit:

Black and White for a monochrome classic style

Purple Passion and Red Hot pinks for a love theme

Earth or Cool Tones Inspiration papers for a male card or page.

Challenge time!

2008-01-11T13:30:00.002Z

The new challenge is up on the 'do crafts' homepage, visit the challenge page for full details. This week i'm challenging you to make a flowery project. I adore Papermania Silk Flowers and used them on this page recently.

Don't forget to upload your projects to the gallery and we'd love it if you would add a link in the comments box below!

Have Fun!

Inspiration and Ideas

2008-01-09T10:56:00.000Z

Free Prize Draw

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Enter our Free prize draw today to be within a chance of winning the NEW X-Cut Easy Eyelet Setter!

Visit www.docrafts.co.uk for more details! Closing date - 2nd February 2008.

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Hi Everybody!

Happy Monday morning to you all!

Have you seen the latest Goody Bag?!

Following your feedback from 2007, the Goody Bag now contains over £20 worth of fabulous products for just £9.99! Not only that but it has many new and exclusive products that are only available in the 'do crafts' Goody Bag!

Visit http://www.docrafts.co.uk/asp/events/default.asp to find out when and where your nearest event is.

Please note there is limited availability..so don't delay!

New Year... New Challenges...

2008-01-04T11:45:00.000Z

I've got a great challenge for you today - pop along to the 'do crafts' hompage for more details, but generally speaking I want you step out of your crafting comfort zone! Try something new, a new craft, a new technique or a new style.

We want to see your projects too! Once you're done post them to the Member's Gallery but also link them in the comments section below this post so we can have a good nosey!

Get Creative with Creativity

2008-01-03T11:15:00.000Z

Check out the video below for my sneak peak at the New Creativity magazine - it's packed full of great seasonal projects and comes with a fab sheet of free stickers! I think it's my favourite free gift so far!

Don't forget you can leave me a comment below this post - I'd love to hear if you have any topics you like me to cover in a future video!

Today Is Special

2008-01-03T08:57:00.000Z

Have fun with the new Easy Eyelet Setter. I've made this fun and fresh looking card using Papermania metallic card, embellishments and stickers with a detailed flourish using the X-Cut Eyelet Setter. The contrast of a dark shimmering background on bright crisp colours makes for an eye-catching project.

Why not take this idea as an inspiration to try comparable techniques on the other Papermania Metallic cards or make lots of flourishes or patterns in a similar style?

Visit http://www.docrafts.co.uk/ to this weeks top projects using the Easy Eyelet setter and watch the related video for more exciting ideas!

New Stash!

2008-01-02T15:51:00.000Z

The team and I are really excited about whats coming in 2008...but I can't reveal too much right now. (Oooohhhh i'm such a tease)

Have you seen the latest promotion which launched this month? I am totally in love with the new papers and brads...I think its the birds! You don't have to just use these for Easter - if you're a scrapper then these can add a great touch to your pages. TAKE A LOOK...

So...what are your New Year Resolutions? I have such a long list that I won't sit here and list them. Although one of them is to spend more time in my craft room!

Happy New Year!

2008-01-02T10:03:00.000Z

We'd like to wish you all a very

Happy and Crafty New Year!

From the whole 'do crafts' team!

New Challenge

2007-12-21T12:23:00.000Z

The Friday challenge is now up on the 'do crafts' site! Pop along to find out more!

Win! Win! Win!

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Keep your crafting neat and tidy with Papermania storage solutions. Ideal for any craft area or for transporting your supplies to a crop or craft class.

The versatile Wheelable Tote has been designed especially for transporting and storing all your crafting accessories with increased comfort and ease. It boasts 25 compartments in total!

To complete the look is the Mini Accessory Tote. A handy portable tote that coordinates perfectly with the Papermania Wheelable Tote, complete with a hidden strap for a secure fastening with even more pockets for those crafty items that need to be readily available!

We have 10 wonderful storage sets to give away comprising of a Wheelable Tote, Mini Accessory Tote and an Organiser Case worth over £75!

Simply enter the prize draw today by visiting http://www.docrafts.co.uk/ and winners to be picked at random and notified on Wednesday 2nd January 2008.

Katys Weekly Challenge!

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Each week 'do crafts' designer Katy Godbeer will set a fun challenge to get your creative juices flowing. It’s just for fun and is for new and experienced crafters alike. The challenges are open to all crafters, whether you are a card maker, a scrapbooker or prefer another craft.

For the first challenge we’re getting you off to a nice easy start. We want to see your Christmas projects. It could be a card, an ATC, a festive scrapbook page or even an altered item or Christmas decoration.

For some inspiration why not visit the ‘do crafts’ advent calendar. Katy and the other ‘do crafts’ designers have been sharing a new Christmas project every day and this will of course continue right up to Christmas Eve!

A new challenge will be set every Friday so make sure you visit http://www.docrafts.co.uk/ and get involved!

Give me a reason....

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Check out our new video for some great reasons to register at http://www.docrafts.co.uk/

Welcome to the very first 'do crafts' blog!

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Myself - editor of the weekly 'do crafts' newsletter, Sian Melonie - 'do crafts' PR Officer, Katy Godbeer - 'do crafts' scrapbook designer and Holly Roche - 'do crafts' card making designer will be keeping you updated with the latest 'do crafts' news, gossip and much more!

You are invited to comment on any of our posts, share your thoughts and even ask one of our designers a crafty question!

We hope you all enjoy our blog and make sure you pop back again.