Month: November 2023

TikTok and YouTube are bursting with ideas, tips and creations but where do you start with filtering through the vast web of handcrafting blogs and info?

Search specific interests and hashtags is the best place to start: #simplecraftchristmascards or #christmascraftsmadeeasy are some of the simplest ways to find your desired content.

If you fancy finding the best way to utilise your Stix2 products, I have comprised my top crafting kings and queens to help inspire your Christmas creations this November!

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Craig Laird

TV Demonstrator at Crafter’s Companion

Craig recently celebrated reaching 13k followers on Facebook! Congratulations!

He frequently posts Makes on his Instagram and Facebook pages but his YouTube page is really the golden goose of his Creative Channels!

Often sharing in real-time, Craig provides detailed and friendly step-by-step guides on a number of artistic deigns. There’s no better time than Christmas to check out his channel for YouTube card and craft creations!

You can really tell by Craig’s content that he loves to create! Not only does he manage regular posts but also frequently goes live whilst providing bundles of Scottish charm.

On top of all this, he is also a regular presenter and creator on Crafter’s Companion TV!

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Christine Stokes

YouTube Craft Content Creator

Christine makes joyful videos all year round! She uploads a wonderful variety of papercraft makes every couple days on her YouTube channel to her fabulous 17.5k followers.

Christine uses alot of easy to find products, including Sizzix & Craftstash. She always provides links to the products she uses and her creations are clear to follow.

Her guides are very adaptable – so you can swop and change items to suit your own vision.

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Michelle Johnson

Creative Designer/ Craft Tutor/ Stix2 Demonstrator & Outreach Workshop Coordinator

Michelle is a very experienced artist who can turn her hand to almost any project!

Her Instagram boasts a wide range of individual and community projects.

Make sure to give her a follow to find your nearest demonstration so you can head down and get first hand advice, whilst working alongside Michelle and her festive makes!

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Elaine Mellor

Design Tutor at Stamps by Me Ltd & Stix2

Elaine creates stunning papercraft makes throughout the year and hosts craft events as well!

If she’s ever in your neighbourhood I’d highly recommend dropping by to one of her Make & Take events.

Her Instagram is full of fabulous cards, gift tag designs and mixed material art.

Stix2 top present picks to make any craft lovers’ Christmas wishes come true!

It’s always a nice gesture to buy gifts at X-mas that people wouldn’t normal buy themselves. That’s why craft tools are always a lovely addition to Christmas hampers!

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The Pick up Pencil is top of the Christmas list for many artists!

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Fancy kick starting someone’s craft journey this Christmas? – Our Adhesive Kits would look magical under your Christmas Tree!

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Ultimate Adhesive Kit costs £11.40.

Jumbo Adhesive Kit costs £21.40.

Other products that are great for art activities are the Stix2 Silicone Finger Protectors and Foam Daubers. Both brilliant additions to a crafter’s tool box! Why not add our Stix2 Tool Bundle to your Christmas Shopping list! – currently on offer at ONLY £12.00!

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More Christmas pressie ideas:

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Finally, is your loved one devoted to die cutting? – slash out and treat them to a state of the art Sizzix Die Cutting Machine.

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I hope that’s given you plenty Christmas Shopping inspo and crafter gift ideas! Make sure to keep a close eye on our website and socials for any last min Christmas deals and Bargains!

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Have you stockpiled on your tape and tags this wrapping season?

I tend to find, no matter how prepared I think I am, I always fall short on my sticky tape supplies and never have enough materials to add the final touches to my presents.

So, I thought I’d put together some Super Special Stix2 Christmas Price Offers and Products – so you can grab a bargain and don’t get caught short this Xmas!

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Essentials for Christmas: 8 Rolls of Clear Packaging Tape (18mm x 40m) for only £2.00

Clear Packaging/ Wrapping Tape

Clear Packaging Tape is the backbone of all gift wrapping and its one of those pesky items you think you’ve got plenty of, but when Christmas comes around suddenly there is never enough!

Well have no fear this festive period with our Super Special Christmas Savings Prices:

8 rolls for £2.00 or buy separately for only 25p per roll!

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Make Present Wrapping Simple with Stix2 Gift Wrapping Tape (19mm x 20m) for only 99p

Gift Wrapping Tape

Like the name suggests, this easy to use, clear finish, wrapping tape is the ideal, hand-held helper you’ll need this Christmas! This tape comes in a handy tape dispenser, so it saves time and make the whole process much more efficient.

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Add Stix2 Seasonal Sticky Discs to your gift wrapping supplies this Christmas

Clear Self-Adhesive Discs (available sizes: 18mm/ 25mm /34mm)

A no fuss way to seal your parcels, bags or to secure gift tags – all whilst adding elegance and a professional finish to your gift wrapping!

The perfect alternative to sticky tape! Stix2 Clear Self-Adhesive Discs provide a smooth finish and bind your wrapping together without needing large strips of tape. This makes gift wrapping super quick and extra easy to unwrap when the time comes.

Clear Self-Adhesive Discs are available in a range of sizes, either permanent or removable.

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Christmas Gift Tags and Final Touches

Shop our Super Special Stix2 Christmas Saving Prices for all your final touches this gift wrapping Season!

Packaging your presents requires the basics, such as your chosen wrapping paper and tapes – but why stop there? it takes not time at all. Additional details and final touches to your gift presentations can really elevate your parcels and make someone feel extra special this time of year!

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After some fabulous gift tag inspiration? Check out Crafter’s Companion’s How to Craft A Christmas Shaker Tag Blog

The Paper Craft Movement have some intricate gift boxes and papercraft wrapping ideas – certainly worthlike on Instagram!

Christmas is a time to get together and here at Stix2, we love uniting with fellow craft-lovers to share festive makes, tips and ideas!

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This past few weeks have been very busy for our wonderfully talented Stix2 Demonstrators Michelle Johnson and Elaine Mellor. They have travelled all over the country to spread some Stix2 Christmas cheer and creativity in the past few weeks and we just had to tell you all about their adventures!

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The first event on our Christmas Craft Tour saw Michelle travel to Bedford for a fun filled Sunday at Stamperama! There was an abundance of talent and attendees, who enjoyed taking part in Michelle’s Bauble Wreath Christmas Card Demonstrations.

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Some of Michelle’s top products for this project have to be the Stix2 2 in 1 Glue Pen – perfect for precision glue application! The glue dries clean but when first applied is blue. This allows for total accuracy when applying the adhesive – super handy when creating micro baubles!

The Stix2 Pick Up Pencil is also a top pick – ideal for adding tiny details mini designs.

Fancy having a go at creating your own bauble wreath card? – Grab the Stamp Addicts Bauble Stamp and create your own wonderful wreath holiday card!

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There was something for everyone who attended October’s Stamperama, with over 20 Exhibitors on hand!

AR Design & Crafts showcased their beautiful customermised gifts. Honey Doo Crafts and Stamp Addicts hand plenty of Stamp sets and accessories to help kick start your Christmas designs.

As well as the marvellous Michelle, there were tones of Make & Take events running through the day, including Nice Crafting and Let’s Create.

Next up on the Christmas Craft Events, The Craft Room with Elaine!