Crafts Beautiful June 2017: A Digital Sample

ISSUE 306 JUN 2017

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Tips & Tricks that really work fabulous designs to create today

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Copycat Motifs CRAFT LIKE THE PROS

Pawsome Crafts!

GET CREATIVE FOR YOUR PET

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PAPERS IN SUMMER COLOURS

Die-Cut Faves

READY IN AN AFTERNOON

Also inside...10 TOP CRAFTY READS ✤ MASKING HOW-TO

✤ QUILLED BUTTERFLIES ✤ MOSAIC GIFTS ✤ JEWELLERY MAKING

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In Crafts Beautiful…

IDEAS WITH CARD AND PAPER

JUNE 12 OVER TO YOU 14 CARD DASH 26 INSPIRATION FOR JUNE 38 QUICK TRICKS WITH DIES 70 ASK THE EXPERTS 72 NET SAVVY 80 AT HOME WITH JULIE & WENDY 108 TEMPLATES 124 COMING NEXT MONTH 130 BEHIND THE CAMERA

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Cards & Paper

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17 5 WAYS WITH... KINETICS Make a father and son greeting card set

23 JUST FOR YOU

When you need a card in a hurry, reach for a paper kit!

44 SPACE BOY

Create a watercolour card that’s out of this world

54 FLYING HIGH

Mellow out with these dreamy kite and balloon-themed cards

66 PONY TALES

Stamp an adorable card for a little one with this easy how-to

112 STORE SIMPLE

Transform cardboard into a new storage box for your craft room

People & Places

59 GOING DOTTY

28 CB MEETS SARA HAMILTON

63 HOUSE MATES

31 CRAFTS FROM THE PAST

Fineliners add a dash of colour to this pretty stationery set Welcome a pal to their new abode with a little papercraft artistry

Designer Sarah Hamilton talks about her card design inspirations

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We meet the people who are keeping heritage crafts alive

40 HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WI

Get the latest from the Women’s Institute

51 PAWESOME CRAFTS

Get inspired to make things for your furry pets

Stitch & Crochet 67 NUMBER ONE DAD

Stitch a nautical trophy hanging to celebrate Father’s Day

78 TECH TREATS

Keep your essentials stored using phone and card holders

84 BREAKFAST BUDDIES

Keep your eggs toasty with Nicky Trench’s crochet cosies

86 LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY

Treat your pops to a jaunty cross-stitch greeting

103 CONNIE CUDDLES

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Use Liberty fabric and boucle yarn to stitch a snuggly doll

106 BABY DRAGONS

These dragons are the perfect introduction to amigurumi

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106 Create and Craft 45 IDEAS FOR YOU!

Get inspired to craft with these ideas and buys from Create and Craft TV

Learn & Make 24 ELIZABETH MOAD QUILLS

Turn paper strips into pretty flowers using a crimping tool

34 COLETTE SMITH’S MASTERCLASS

Layer motifs with masking film to create fun toppers

56 SARA NAUMANN’S MASTERCLASS

Add easy colour to your cards using acrylic markers

Browse & Buy

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21 TREAT YOURSELF

The boys are back in town, and they’re craftier than ever!

36 SUBSCRIBE TODAY!

Receive a free gift when you sign up

42 WE TEST, YOU BUY!

CB’s savvy experts put paper packs through their paces

115 READ ALL ABOUT IT

Settle down with one of our craft book picks of the month

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Mixed Media

Jewellery

73 DINNER WITH POSIES

89 JEWELLERY UPDATE

99 MOSAIC GARDEN

90 CHIC SHAPES

Baking

93 BEAD SCENE

Frolic in the daisies with a lovely painting project Decorate your green spaces with this cleverly cut set

76 BIRTHDAY WISHES

Celebrate the day you came into this world in style

FREEBIES & PRIZES 7 HOW TO USE YOUR FREE GIFT

Discover ways with your 31 Piece All Occasion Stamp Collection

Lush greens are the order of the day for this month’s trend Create Dorothy Wood’s striking necklace with some Swarovski sparkle We chat with LISU Wedding and Handmade Jewellery’s Susan Hagen

95 SILVER LINING

This silver rain cloud necklace is sure to brighten even the dampest day!

WIN PRIZES WORTH

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82 GIVEAWAYS

There’s £1,300 worth of prizes up for grabs!

116 FREE PAPERS!

Cut out and use these designs for your cardmaking

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Over to you

“Join the crafty community and share your makes and stories with fellow CB readers!”

Jecelyn

Star Letter

Dear CB, thank you for the free Fly-Away Home Dies from issue 296, they are superb and cut like a dream.

I hope you like the cards I made with them, each one is very different. I’ve been a subscriber for many years and I love the inspiration I get from your mag.

S Paterson, via post

STAR PRIZE This month’s winner will receive a Made With Love collection by Me To You worth £30! The set combines cute teddies, tasty treats and lots of glitter for an utterly charming effect. She will receive one 12” x 12” pad and another smaller one, plus a decoupage pad and embellishments. trimcraft.co.uk

Your cards are so beautiful! Enjoy your prize

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£30!

THANK YOU Hi CB. I just wanted to say a great big thank you for the lovely ScanNCut machine I won in your giveaways.

It was a wonderful surprise, though my husband said, “Oh no, what has she bought now!”

GARDEN SCENE

Spring is finally here! I love that the birds are coming to feed in my garden again, so I made this card to celebrate.

Kathy Morris, via post I definitely feel full of spring looking at your greeting!

Margaret Kay, via post Congratulations on winning – your husband’s reaction made us chuckle!

We’re on Instagram! For the latest crafty makes and inspiration, visit us at @craftsbeautiful

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Reader Stories

FELT COVER I recently made this needlefelt iPad case.

It was my first attempt at this technique and I think it came out well.

Michelle Barker, via Facebook It’s blooming marvellous, Michelle!

BIRTHDAY BOY

Find YOUR Crafty Friend!

I made a stretch card from a Robert Addams CD for my son-in-law. They are always impressive and I do spend time adding extras.

He was impressed, though jokingly said, “Shows you have nothing better to do with your time!”.

Valerie Edwards, via Facebook It’s a wonderful card, Valerie. Great job!

Calling all crafters: would you like a pen pal? If so, send your age, address and interests to cbfriends@aceville.co.uk or fill out the form on page 120

BLOSSOM TREE I made two cards to celebrate spring! One is a tree covered in white and pink blossoms, and the other I made using scraps.

Linda Cable, via Facebook These seasonal cards are just fab!

YARNICORN

Pets Corner!

We catch up with CB readers and their best pals

Hi CB. I worked on a crocheted unicorn recently, it didn’t take me too long to do.

This is Milly. When she isn’t sleeping, she helps me choose what to put on my cards. Sometimes her sons help too.

Charlotte Saunderson

Diane Nolan, via Facebook Your little toy is cute, you’re very talented

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and share your designs with us!

Want your makes featured in Crafts Beautiful? Email us a picture at cbfriends@aceville.co.uk or post your project to Crafts Beautiful, 1 Phoenix Court, Hawkins Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8JY

This is Tallulah, who I adopted in December. She is the sweetest cat and loves to help me craft!

Christine Bilyard

Boris belongs to my granddaughter but seems to have moved in with us. He’s a friendly chap, especially if you happen to be eating cake.

Beverley Dodds

It doesn’t matter what I try to make, my dog Hazel likes to think she is helping.

Marilyn Sworn

This is Hugo, who is definitely the family clown – he always makes you laugh!

Linda Puzzar

Honey is ten, and is still the little scamp she has always been! She’s a fun little dog.

Keryn McNicol

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Just for You

Cards & Paper

When you need a card in a hurry reach for a co-ordinated paper kit!

“Change the sentiment to match the occasion so you can make a whole selection of cards" Kitty Frampton, Designer

Sta rt wi t h ... b Paper kit, Craftwork Cards Julie Loves Daisy Collection, Ditsy & Dotty b Die-cut scallop frames, Craftwork Cards b Ink-pad, pink b Self-adhesive pearls See our shopping list opposite

Birthday Card

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Cut patterned paper, 10cm x 14.3cm and fix onto an A6 tent-fold card. Press out the middle piece of the scallop diecut frame.

Apply pink ink around the inner edges of the frame, using a stencil brush or distress tool. Trim blue floral paper, 6.5cm x 11cm, and stick to the centre of the card.

Attach the die-cut frame over this piece using foam

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pads. Glue two of the leaves onto the left side of the frame.

Cut a small strip of the pink card into a fishtail shape and attach with foam pads.

Cut out three of the coloured circles and shape each piece into a spiral. Using your fingers, roll it into a rose and glue onto the card. Fix the die-cut bird and banner in place.

Add a piece of card candi onto each of the die-cut flowers and fix to the right side of the frame. Fix card onto the

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die-cut bow centre and position at the top of the card. Finish with a self-adhesive pearl onto each corner. CB

Go Shopping

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CREATE AND CRAFT SPECIAL

Hello & welcome... to this special section brought to you by Create and Craft TV, the Original and Multi-Award Winning TV channel for crafters and hobbiest. On the following pages you'll find the pick of the best craft goodies to help you get started on your crafting adventures. Turn over and discover what our top presenters rate this month and what is an essential buy for a budding crafter. However, if it's a bit of sparkle that you are after, check out Sarah Millsop's gorgeous handmade bracelet - it's the perfect accessory for a summer party outfit, plus we've explained how to make it with an easy step-by-step guide. And, don't forget that all the products featured can be purchased at createandcraft.com/shop where there are some great deals on offer too. Enjoy!

The Create and Craft Team

IT’S SHOWTIME Treat yourself to a fun weekend away and visit Crafting Live at the USN Bolton Arena on the 9th and 10th June 2017.

Whether you're an experienced crafter or have only just started, you'll discover a wealth of ideas and inspiration at this exciting event. Pre-booking is essential, plus you're guaranteed to learn lots of new techniques at some tickets of the exclusive for club workshops there. members As well as getting a sneak peak at the latest products, you will see your favourite TV crafters in action!

For tickets, visit createandcraft. com/gb/buy-tickets

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ways to stock up your stash!

All the latest products* to help you create professional-looking projects whatever your skill level

Simply call the orderline on 03300 415 681** (Calls cost 20p/**10p per minute from BT landlines, other networks and mobiles may cost more)

or visit, www.createandcraft.com/shop *Subject to availability all items in our 'Buy Now' panels can be bought from Create and Craft.

Join the Club!

With more than 82,704 members, you’re in good company with the Create and Craft Club.

A membership includes... l 10% discount on all orders Free Create and Craft magazines l Exclusive members events l VIP club badge and much more.... l

For details and to sign up, visit createandcraft.com/club

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Get making for your furry friends

People & Places

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t’s no secret that I am obsessed with my pets. My pug, Dolly and French bulldog, Martha are frequently the recipients of handmade gifts from me and my friends (more people attended Dolly’s 9th birthday than my own this year) and so I think it’s high time we gather some crafty ideas so you can follow suit! We’ve caught up with the companies barking up all the right trees and show you how to craft for your favourite four-legged companion...

Words byCarolyn Kirkpatrick

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Cards & Paper

Pony Tales

Stamp an adorable card for a little one using Marianne Fisher's easy how-to

Sta rt wi t h ... b Digi stamp, Lili of the Valley, Annabel saddle up b Paper pad, My Favourite things, Free Spirit b Dies, MFT Die-namics, wonky stitched rectangle; stitched scallop edge b Digi sentiments, Lili of the Valley, teenage girl b Ribbon, blue check b Silver horse charm b Card: turquoise, white b Buttons b Computer, printer b Adhesives See our shopping list opposite

Saddle up Card

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Cut and fold white card in half to form a 14.5cm square card blank. Cut peach paper 13.5cm square, mount onto turquoise card.

Cut striped paper 11cm square, attach at an angle on top of the peach paper.

Cut red paper 13.5cm x 4.2cm deep. Die-cut using a MFT stitched scallop edge die.

Attach across the centre of the card. Wrap ribbon across the red paper securing the ends underneath. Attach to the centre of the card blank.

Print the image onto white card. Die-cut using a MFT

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wonky stitched rectangle.

Attach at an angle with foam pads. Print the sentiment onto white card, layer onto turquoise card, position in the top right hand corner of the image using foam pads.

Cut a triangle of small striped paper 3.5cm x 3.5cm. Layer onto turquoise card, attach to the top left hand corner of the image.

Thread the charm with twine, attach the twine using invisible tape. Thread two turquoise spotted buttons and a pink one with twine.

Attach as shown. CB

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Crafts Tip Print out the image and then choose the papers to match the colours in the image

Go Shopping

Image and sentiment, liliofthevalley.co.uk MFT products, mymumscraftshop.co.uk

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Exclusive Reader Offer!

Author, presenter, designer and gift wrap guru Jane Means is offering CB readers 20% off her range on all goods (excluding courses) including luxury gift wrapping, boxes, ribbons and much more. To apply your discount, simply enter the promo code CB17 at the checkout. Valid until 31st December 2017. janemeans.com

Four docrafts sets worth £50 each

Add a touch of luxury with the new Papermania Capsule Collection: Elements Metallic. Bringing opulence to your stash, the new designs are rich with foiling in monochrome, gold, silver and dark blue.

Juxtaposing this expensive aesthetic with grungy textured and speckled patterns, this set is very on-trend and highly versatile. docrafts.com Tick Metallics

20%

OFF GIFT WRAP!

Freebies&Offers

There’s a very tasty £1,300 worth of prizes to win this month!

Ten papercraft sets worth £26 each

Give your papercrafts a glam, girly transformation with the Kiss & Makeup collection from Dovecraft! With lipsticks, mascara brushes and other motifs teamed with a red, pink and orange colour palette, this trendy collection is sure to take your breath away. We have ten packs of papers, stickers, washi tapes and dies to win. trimcraft.co.uk Tick Craft Kit

Three sewing sets worth £53 each

Sewing enthusiasts will love this giveaway: we’ve got fat quarter bundles and thread packs from Gutermann’s Long Island range plus Hemline 11” Tailors Shears! Teeming with warm shades of pink, blue and grey, these fabrics are perfect for all your summer projects. For stockists, email gutermann@stockistenquiries.co.uk and groves@ stockistenquiries.co.uk Tick Sewing Set

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Jewellery

Jewellery UPDATE This month’s trend...

Botanicals

Lush greens are the order of the day for this trend.

Bring jungle print and flora and fauna into all your accessories this season...

6/0 Colour Lined Lustred Czech Seed Bead in Green, £1.04 for Pack of 20gm beadworks.co.uk Greenery, Pantone’s Colour of the Year is the perfect shade to inspire your jewellery

Swarovski 12mm crystal in Mint Green, 82p each, beadsdirect.co.uk

Gold dipped cactus charm, £1, myvintagecharms.co.uk

Green scene

Guest Editor, Camilla Westgaard from folksy.com The trend for all things botanical has taken root pretty much everywhere. Succulents and ferns are so popular that fern tattoos, macramé plant hangers, greenhouses, elaborate flower arrangements and other botanical offspring make daily appearances in our social feeds. Their status as a defining theme for 2017 was secured when Pantone announced Greenery as the Colour of the Year and, for jewellers, they offer endless possibilities. Leaves, fronds and flowers can be etched into surfaces; seed pods can cast their intriguing shapes and almost otherworldly forms in metal (Caroline Frodsham does this to great effect in her Pods & Plunder jewellery range); while dandelion seeds and other real flowers can live forever in resin (this still feels a bit like magic). It’s a trend that can be adjusted to suit your style too. If you’re a jeweller making your name from statement pieces, you can go bold with florals, layering flower heads and incorporating clashing colours. Minimalists meanwhile can take inspiration from forms and textures. It moves with the seasons, from pretty florals in the summer to fallen leaves and acorn cups in the autumn. To see how far the trend can go, have a look at the living jewellery Susan McLeary makes as Passionflower. She works where floristry and styling meet, creating elaborate jewellery and headpieces from growing plants and succulents. Her pieces may fade with time, but the trend for botanical jewellery will continue to bloom.

Silver Snowdrop Dangle Earrings, £19.50, Pods & Plunder, folksy.com

Jasmyn bracelet, £20, dunelondon.com Broccoli Brooch by Abra Kadabra Jewelry, £15.58, DaWanda.com

New names to know

Susan McLeary aka Passionflower A floral designer and artist based in Michigan in the US, Susan creates unusual, boundarypushing jewellery made from living plants and succulents. Her work has attracted a lot of press and is much sought after by brides looking for unique wedding jewellery.

Be sure to follow her on Instagram!

Charlotte Whitmore Jewellery

Lana Butters, Wishes on the Wind

Charlotte makes beautiful silver jewellery based on flower heads, seeds and ferns, occasionally mixed with flashes of colour. Look out for her allium brooches and studs: “Alliums are by far my favorite spring flower, with their large, spherical heads on tall, thin stems.”

Christopher Kane may have earrings embedded with real pansies in his Resort 17 collection, but Lana Butters has been working with real flowers for years. As Wishes in the Wind she makes forget-me-not keepsake lockets, simple moss pendants and bespoke pieces from customers’ own flowers.

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Last Word

Behind the

CAMERA

Bring on the bunting and the eighties pop, says Stephanie Weightman

SOMETHING I’VE LEARNED...

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My treat this month...

I'll let you into a little secret: I loved the 1980s, with all the shoulder pads, the big hair and the music. For my birthday, my lovely husband bought us tickets to see – wait for it – Rick Astley. It was lovely to listen to all his new tunes, but the best bit was Never Gonna Give You Up. He still does the dance – what a treat!

MY CRAFT TIPS

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CRAFT OF THE MONTH

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t’s that time again, when family, friends and colleagues ask us crafty types to help with decorations for upcoming weddings. It could be favour boxes and gifts, paper flowers for the tables, or personalised bunting. For anyone with a cutting machine, such as a ScanNCut, this is a fabulous craft for June. The Cutting Craftorium Romance 2 USB will help you make the most amazing projects, such as a four-foot dovecote and a three-foot horse and carriage!

Hot Product My Craft Studio has been given a new lease of life with an animal-friendly arty release.

The graphics program, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary, has launched a Bree Merryn series with stunning illustrations of wildlife and domestic creatures, and Bree is thrilled to be bringing her designs to the crafting community. Find out more at createandcraft.com

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FAVE THING!

Playing with die-cuts and alcohol pens is always fun, but it's especially lovely outdoors in the sunshine. Kurecolor Fine & Brush pens are nice and juicy; I love the soft brush for blending, while the fine nib makes easy work of detailed areas. Not forgetting a Sakura white gel pen, which is the perfect way to add highlights.

Look what I made!

This sweet card, with its soft, chalky colours, was easy to put together.

I used the Lace Inset Stepper concept card die set for the layering, sentiment plaque and rosette, and the Nested Rectangle Plaque die set for the Charlotte and Tilly topper. Change the sentiment, and this is perfect for birthdays and other events.