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After smashing her first challenge in the back of the net, its seemed fitting to pass Helen a curve ball and set a Stix2 Euros Challenge!

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Using Stix2 Items from her Stix2 Mystery Box, Helen was tasked with creating a football inspired design in time for the England v Netherlands Euros Match.

Catch up with Helen’s Stix2 Mystery Box reveal over on her YouTube channel

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Helen chose her own Stix2 products and decided to craft a penny slider football card. Helen added football die cuts from Tattered Lace, and also used her Sizzix Die Cutting Machine.

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Other products used:

• Craft Card from Crafters Companion
• Craft Scissors from Tonic Studios UK
• Noble Circle Dies from Creative Expressions

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Check out Helen’s full Un-Ball-Lievable Penny Slider video:

We love this penny slider card – such a fun and playful make! – The perfect handmade creation, fitting for the England semi-final!

Do you think Helen can make it a hattrick with a 3rd challenge?

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Want to see more from Helen – check out her Facebook & Instagram

A Scan and Cut expert, with an abundance of energy, and talent when it comes to crafting. Helen seemed the ideal candidate for our first Stix2 Challenge!

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Helen has kindly been a long-time supporter of the Stix2 Foam Pads & Hobby and Craft 3D Glue.

Recently she got in touch to stock up on her Stix2 crafting supplies and we thought why not throw in a few extra surprises to keep her on her toes?

As a fantastic and diverse Crafter, who frequently mixes up her materials and is no stranger to live TV with Create & Craft TV, we knew Helen would be up for a little Stix2 Challenge.

Along with ‘the usual’ order we pulled together a little mystery box, with the challenge of getting crafty with the surprise items, to see what she could create!

Checkout Helen’s full Stix2 mystery box haul

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The Stix2 Challenge

From Helen’s haul the following items where selected:

The challenge then was to create something gorgeous using ALL the fab Stix2 products provided. Easier said than done? – Not for Helen!

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Bravo to Helen, and thanks for being such a good sport.

This was such a fun and exciting coloration for all involved – Hats off to Helen who came up to us with the idea, can’t wat to do it again.

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You can catch up with Helen on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HelenKirkhamcrafts1

Or follow her on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HelenKirkhamCrafts/about

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenkirkhamcrafts/?hl=en-gb

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Are you crafty enough to take on a Stix2 Challenge? – Get in touch!

Familiarise yourself with the faces behind the tape!

What is your experience for working in your role?

I started here when I was 18, did a joinery apprenticeship then window fitting before this. Been here about 8 years now and my job role is supervisor of the packing room and production.

What do you like about working in your role?

The things I like about my role are the different challenges that comes with it and the responsibility of making sure stuff is done on time and also making sure its done correctly.

What is your background?

I’ve lived In South West Denton for 25 years but recently moved to Westerhope in the last year so just 5 minutes along the road and round the corner from work. Abit of my personal background, I have 2 brothers and a sister.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not at work?

When I’m not at work I enjoy spending time with my son and fiancé as we always go on little adventures. I enjoy seeing my family and also seeing my friends at the pub for the odd pint.

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With over 25 years’ experience, we have become a major supplier of high performance tapes into an extensive range of markets and applications worldwide.

Priding ourselves on high product quality combined with excellent customer service to offer a reliable, consistent and innovative supply. With our vast range of adhesive tapes and adhesive products, we strive to offer the ultimate solution for all your application requirements.

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We have held the Investors in People standard for 20 years.

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Investors In People accreditations are globally recognised, making them a worldwide benchmark for people management. 

Our company is assessed every 3 years and we are evaluated on our standards of investing in people, wellbeing and apprentices.

We entered Investors In People at The Standard Award level, then increased to Bronze, then Silver and gained the Gold Award statues in 2022. We have proudly maintained the Gold Award standard ever since. 

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Organizations that show a strong interest in investing in people’s wellbeing and demonstrate clear communication with their employees are granted The Gold Award.

Here at UK Industrial Tapes & Stix2, we strive to provide the best work environment and support for our employees and The Gold Award reinforces our ethos within the company.

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Christine Stokes provides a marvelous mirror die cutting tip to help keep your die dazzling bright when adhering to your greeting card or paper craft make!

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Corrine is new to YouTube, but a familiar face in the crafting world! She’s started her independent channel with a bang! Providing detailed How To Guides for card making and papercraft designs.

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Christine Stokes

Card making connoisseur Christine Stokes is my top pick for card-making inspiration this Mothering Sunday.

With plenty card-making concepts to choose from, I’d highly recommend grabbing a cuppa and viewing her vast collection of YouTube content to find a design to suit you!

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Keep up with Christine via:

YouTube page: @Chrissieannie

Facebook page: CAS with Friends Christine Ann Stokes

Instagram page: @chrissiejob

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Michelle McCarthy

Michelle McCarthy Crafts has just launched on YouTube and she has already kick started her YouTube career with a band! Her first post is a sensational and intricate ‘Exploding Box Crafting Tutorial’!

The exploding box is truly a gift in its own right! Follow Michelle’s video to design your own and craft a gift, made with love this March!

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Keep up with Michelle via:

YouTube page: @MichelleMccarthyCrafts

Facebook page: Michelle McCarthy Crafts

Instagram page: @michelle_mccarthy_crafts

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Craig Laird

Fancy shaking it up?

Head over to Craig Laird’s channel for some fabulous shaker card designs! Craig’s creations are ideal if your keen on Crafter Companion supplies!

His easy to follow YouTube crafts, often showcase the latest Crafter’s Companion die cuts and tools – and make sure to watch closely for the Stix2 adhesive cameos!

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Keep up with Craig via:

YouTube page: @Craiglairdcc

Facebook page: Craig Laird Crafter’s Companion

Instagram page: @craiglairdcc

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World Book Day is just round the corner and Mother’s Day is only a few Sundays away! Why not combine both occasions with some family crafting?!

Gift mum a handmade bookmark this Mothering Sunday

Clear Project Acetate is brilliant for providing a clean finish to your book lover’s handmade gift!

Fast drying Fabric Spray Paint is handy for last min craft ideas, and honestly, a handmade bookmark is a fast and simple craft for children to help with and also makes a super cute bespoke gift for mum!

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Handcrafting a token gift for Mother’s Day has never been so simple thanks to our Stix2 Die Cut Bookmarks, which are the perfect, ready-to-use base for book lovers of all ages!

Stix2 Die Cut Bookmarks ONLY £1.10 (10 per pack)

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Alternatively, get the kiddies nose deep into a book with a handmade bookmark in time for World Book Day!

Get your little ones to add tinted card, die cuts or glitter to make their design really pop!

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The possibilities are endless this March for creative bookworms! – make a bookmark to match each novel you read, go for matching designs for all the family, his & hers or mother & child.

Perhaps add a photo or children’s dawning to really pack a personal punch!

Our bookmark die cuts come in packs of 10, so it really is a no-brainer to combine Mother’s Day with World Book Day and get both mother and child excited to pick up a story together!

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World Book Day is on Thursday 7th March. Find out more : https://www.worldbookday.com/

Mother’s Day is on Sunday 10th of March

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Introduce yourself

I have been a Stix2 Demonstrator for almost a few years but I have used Stix2 for as long as I can remember.

I’m seriously thrilled I get to demonstrate such great products and still pinch myself. I’m also on 2 design teams which I love being part of too. I love how I can intermingle different craft products that I love and lots of things work so well together.

Where are you from?

I live in the West Midlands and spend hours in my craft room. I travel to do Demo Days as far as North Nottingham – visiting some amazing craft shops and meeting some fabulous people.

What can’t you live without?

Stix2 adhesives is a must and I use all different sorts depending on what I’m doing.

Creative friends

I have met some truly wonderful people over the years and have made some amazing friends at my local craft shop where I go to craft once a week to relax with like minded ladies. I have to give a mention to the Stix2 team who have been so wonderful & supportive.

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Follow Elaine on Instagram

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Visit www.stix2.co.uk to see when Elaine is next demonstration.

For further information contact us on the details below.
T: 0191 2697810
E: sales@stix2.co.uk

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Why not package your Valentine’s gift in a handcrafted trinket box this year?

Ideal for small presents, jewelry or chocolates. Design a box any shape, size or colour to help complement your pressie and Partner’s style!

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Created by Elaine Mellor

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You can grab a free box template online, such as at homemadegiftsmadeeasy.com

Construct your box using our Pearlescent A4 Card to add a beautiful shine to your creation. Alternatively opt for our Stardust A4 Card range and your gift box shall sparkle!

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Choose from our vibrant range of Paper & Card or opt for a classic Valentine’s red. Grab your Stix2 Hot Glue Gun to adhere your box together. Then complement your design with a biodegradable glitter, ribbon and Stix2 tag to finish your handcrafted gift box.

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Fancy a more intricate papercraft design?

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YouTube has a whole host of craft tutorials and walk throughs to help build your bespoke craft box.

One of the Stix2 favorites has got to be Craig Laird. Here he handmakes a Christmas gift box, but there’s no stopping you using his guide and adding putting your own Valentine’s twist!

We can not get enough of Christine’s YouTube Channel! – Subscribe Here

Christine provides honest, real-time reviews and usages on all sorts of craft products – including some of our very own Stix2 Anything collections! She does this all whilst providing fantastic art & craft demonstrations where she creates beautiful and varied projects on her YouTube Channel: @Chrissieannie.

Our Stix2 3D Hobby & Craft PVA Glue with Metal Nip, Stainless Steel Pearl Pins & Ultra Clear Double Sided Tape are all featured in her latest YouTube clip!

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Recently the very talented Christine turned her hand to Box Making. She provides an excellent break down of how to measure and assemble an artistic box to hold cards & envelopes for her dear friend Jenny.

Her walk through is fab! – as you can easily adapt her video to produce a box of whatever size you desire!

Perhaps the perfect crafting clip to help create your own box for storage, Birthday’s presents or Valentine’s Day gift wrapping.

Within her 31 minute video, Christine demonstrates two types of metrics to make construction super easy no matter where you are in the world!

Chris also provides details of a brilliant website called PNGWing, where you can download print designs FOR FREE! Watch her ‘How to Download Images from PINGWing’ video now.

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