Posted on October 29th, 2007 by Tip Top
Lisa (Candles by Lisa) asked me to make another special Birthday Card for her sister in law to send from her kids.
I’ve never used pre printed background papers before so this card is a first! Edged with black ric-rac ribbon with the front of the card cut slightly shorter than its corresponding edge to add interest. The flowers are cut using the Cuttlebug asterisk die (oh how fab is Cuttlebug?!) and I’ve used some fuchsia shiny but delicate florist gift wrap (this was an inspired find!) which nicely curls up and added gems for in the centres. Each flower is layered with 20 to 30 individually cut flowers for depth.
I hope she likes them Lisa!
Posted on October 24th, 2007 by beadsbydesign
A patchwork of velvet and woollen fabrics combine together to create this autumn toned bag. Lined with deep brown lining. Velvet shoulder strap completes the look. Can be used front or back depending on the mood. Embroidery and applique design along with buttons and a beaded tie fastening complete the embellishments.
Posted on October 22nd, 2007 by Tip Top
Lisa (Candles by Lisa) asked me to make a special Birthday Card for her sister in law.
I wanted to do something a little different so came up with the idea of using a bottle shape. The bottle is hand cut from a template I created, edged with fuchsia glitter, computer printed wording and the bottle foil is made by using Anita’s 3d metallic paint quite thickly applied directly from the bottle. The lady is based upon my ‘All Dressed Up’ character, personalised to look like the recipient.
Fuchsia and gold organza ribbon tie it off nicely (‘scuse the pun!) I’ve used a bow maker – the best £3 I’ve ever spent as it saves me so much time and the bows can be cute and small or big and bold. I’m also a hoarder of ribbon – organza being the current favourite!
Posted on October 17th, 2007 by beadsbydesign
Several weeks ago I was approached by a client with an unusual request. Her wedding was coming up and she’d already bought a ready made tiara, but then she’d seen my tiaras and felt that she had to use the one she’d already got, but could I enhance it.
Her requisite was that she wanted some colour in there to match her bridesmaids.
This is what I came up with:
Posted on October 10th, 2007 by Beadsage
Using a glass cabochon from http://www.tanofcourse.co.uk/ and surrounding it with a leafy framework of glass beads, this is the latest work by Beadsage in his new collection of cabochon necklaces. They can be seen at http://www.beadsage.co.uk
Posted on October 8th, 2007 by Tip Top
What card do you send to a Scunthorpe United fan who will be 43? A specially commissioned Tip Top Toppers card of course! Wasn’t given a lot of time to make this (2 days) so had to think fast!
Researched the history of the Club and printed it as a background (its also inside in case he wanted to read it in full) and also the current season football strip. Fortunately I had some claret coloured card (I’m a bit of a hoarder) otherwise I’d have been stuck!
Quite pleased with the results even if I say so myself!
Posted on October 5th, 2007 by beadsbydesign
It seems as though the men in my life miss out when it comes to my work. I make handbags, watches, earrings, necklaces etc, but aside from the odd necklace, the entire range has so far been aimed at women (or men who are extremely in touch with their feminine side).
To correct the ballance (just a little) I’ve been creating cufflinks. I am very pleased with the results. Just waiting now for more supplies to extend the range.
Posted on October 5th, 2007 by candles by lisa
This is the size of a real chocolate eclair but I wouldn’t advise trying to take a bit of this as it is made from wax and scented lovely Chocolate.
I have been approached by a Cancer Research Charity in Essex who are having a chocolate ball in November and were looking for donations of anything chocolate related. They asked if I would give them some of the eclair candles and I gladly said yes.
You can see these on my website - www.candles-by-lisa.co.uk
