Here are 3 Paper Craft Experts to help inspire you this Valentine’s Day
Michelle Johnson
Michelle is one of our amazing Stix2 Demonstrators.
Versed in card making, crochet and many other art forms, I’d highly recommend following her on Instagram. You can catch Michelle at a Stix2 Event near you!
Created by Michelle Johnson, Stix2 Demonstrator.
Catherine Cohen
Author of the Crafti-Cat blog, Catherine often posts about her latest paper craft creations.
Here Catherine writes of how she uses die cuts, stamps and quilling to create this 3D greeting card. Read the full post here.
Created by Catherine Cohen, Crafti-Cat.
Karen Letchworth
Karen helps run the Word Art Wednesday competition, which is the perfect platform to mingle with other card-makers and showcase your paper-craft makes!
Created by Karen Letchworth, My Cup Runneth Over.
Head over to her blog for a run down of how to handcraft this heartfelt card.
Here at Stix2 we have complied some of our favorite festive makes and created our very own crafty Christmas Countdown!
With the dark and cold nights creeping in, Christmas is a wonderful time to get crafting and our countdown provides a little inspiration on what you can make, whilst also showcasing some of our fantastic Demonstrator’s creations.
Handmade gifts are a brilliant and thoughtful way to spread Christmas cheer and love.
Additionally, bespoke Christmas cards have a certain charm about them. Personalized gift tags and homemade decorations also help make Christmas feel extra magical!
Stix2 12 Days of Festive Makes
On the first Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
1 Rudolph Felt & Papercraft Christmas Card.
On the second Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
2 Christmas Kraft Bags.
On the third Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
3 Penguin’s huddling.
On the forth Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
4 Handmade Christmas Cards.
On the fifth Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
4 MDF Christmas crafts.
On the sixth Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
6 Sparkling Reindeer.
On the seventh Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
7 mini greeting cards.
On the eighth Day of Festive Makes, Sti2x gave to me…
8 Handcrafted gift tags.
On the ninth Day of Festive makes, Stix2 gave to me…
9 Die cut jingle bells.
On the tenth Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
10 Mixed material Christmas projects.
On the eleventh Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
11 Snowflake die cuts.
On the twelfth Day of Festive Makes, Stix2 gave to me…
Last Saturday marked the UK Industrial Tapes and Stix2 Anything annual Christmas party!
After a year of hard work it was fantastic to get together and let our hair down – in true Geordie fashion!
The Christmas party is always a memorable occasion. What’s great is that all departments, both from UK Industrial Tapes and Stix2 get together for a good old knees up!
Michelle has combined the ‘Joyful Reindeer’ Metal Die Cut to create this stunningly simple Christmas card – an ideal design for multi-makes and conformity.
Why not papercraft matching cards and gift tags, or create reindeer bunting or table décor?
Elaine Mellor has turned her hand to bespoke Christmas gift tags.
Why not use the festive die cut and Stix2 Alteration Tags to make uniform labels for your presents – your gifts under the tree will be instantly recognisable.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
Our Clean & Tidy Tray allows you to control any mess when using glitter, beads, powders, or gems.
This tray makes cleaning up fast and saves on waste! The cork top means you can refill bottles or empty waste so much simpler!
If you’re buying for devoted crafter or just fancy doing some arts and crafts with the kids a clean and tidy tray is a must have for all abilities!
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 ourStix2 Tool Bundleto your Christmas Shopping list! – currently on offer at ONLY £12.00!
More Christmas pressie ideas:
Gift someone the joy of getting crafty all year round with a magazine subscription , Hunkydory have a range of content and papercrafts within their monthly mags!
Tickets to the latest Crafterama event near your would make the perfect pressie this Xmas!
Finally, is your loved one devoted to die cutting? – slash out and treat them to a state of the art Sizzix Die Cutting Machine.
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!
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!
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:
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.
Add Stix2 Seasonal Sticky Discs to your gift wrapping supplies this Christmas
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.
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!
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!
This past few weeks have been very busy for our wonderfully talented Stix2 Demonstrators Michelle Johnson and ElaineMellor. 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!
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.
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!
There was something for everyone who attended October’s Stamperama, with over 20 Exhibitors on hand!
At the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month – we will remember them.
Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War in 1919 to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. The day is also marked by war remembrances in several other non-Commonwealth countries.
Throughout the UK and the Commonwealth, we show our respect by taken a minutes silence and also wearing and laying poppies.
You can donate and buy poppies from The Royal British Legion but also create your own to show your respect.
Last year Michelle Johnson handcrafted this crochet poppy wreath in Maidenhead. What a wonderful creation!
What a truly fantastic project! Getting together to craft your own signs of remembrance is a wonderful way to unity, share stories and support one another.
It also adds is a great way to show your appreciation for all those that have sacrificed so much and show your support on this special day.
Keep a close eye on Michelle’s socials for her latest Remembrance Day collaboration with Craft Coop Bracknell and The Lexicon Bracknell which shall be unveiled on Tuesday 31st October.
Fancy creating your own poppy and remembrance projects?
Create some eerie invites with the help of Stix2 this scary season!
With less than 3 weeks to go until the spookiest night of the year, fear not if you haven’t got your Halloween invitations ready – Stix2 has got you covered!
We’ve a wide range of Card & Envelopes – the perfect base for any spine-chilling invitation you wish to create! Or if your not sure where to start then our Halloween Card Bundle provides some frightfully fab colours, glitter and spray paint to aid in your devilish designs!
Halloween Card Bundle – £6.99 includes:
A4 Clear Project Acetate
A4 Black Coalmine Pearlescent Card
A4 Bottle Green Stardust Paper
A4 Tangerine Tinted Card
A4 Violet Stardust Card
60ml bottle of Black Fabric Spray Paint
8gm tube of Penny Copper Biodegradable Glitter
Elaine has crafted this boo-tastic invite using the Halloween Card bundle – the acetate sheets are ideal for shaker cards and your able to add a little sparkle with glitter, sequins or whatever ghastly additions you like!
Thanks to Elaine Mellor for her boo-tiful handcrafted shaker card!
No matter what your theme, the Stix2 Pearlescent, Tinted & Glitter Card collection offers every creepy colour imaginable!
Handmade trick-or-treat party favours
Of course the biggest treat at Halloween is all the yummy goodies that are shared around! Be it trick-or-treating or party favours, you best make sure your sweetie jar is full before the 31st of October!
However alternative favours are on the rise. Stickers, stationery and little toys are lovely gifts to receive. Or if your like us and want to go the extra mile, then creating something homemade will really wow the ghosts and goblins at your Halloween bash!
Michelle Johnson has designed this Halloween inspired trick box, which goes down a treat at parties!
Using wobblers, Stix2 card and ultra clear tape, Michelle has constructed a show-stopper favour! – It’s bound to get all your party guests and poltergeists talking!
Kraft Halloween Goodie Bags
Add the final touches to your Halloween extravaganza by crafting your own goodie bags. After all, you’ll need something to put all your frightening rewards in, either whilst travelling door-to-door, or to hand out at your monster mash party!
Custom your design to match your outfit or use the same materials as your décor and invites to really add unity to your spook-tacular event planning!
Sunday, October 1st marked the last Crafterama of 2023 and it was filled with lots of festive fun to see us through to next year!
Bosting a vast range of supplies from all sorts of crafting backgrounds, Crafterama, Lincolnshire had something for everyone! Papercrafting, stamps, lighting, felt embroidery, wood work and so much more!
The magnificent Michelle was there showcasing some seasonal Stix2 greeting cards.
Michelle had a great weekend demonstrating her Bauble Wreath Christmas Cards
Using the Bauble Wreath Stamp Set from Stamp Addicts and a variety of Stix2 Transfer Foils and Biodegradable Glitter, Michelle enjoyed creating a mixture of textured baubles.
Stix2 adhesives and tools make Christmas card creating super easy!
The best parts of Crafterama are meeting all the craft lovers, seeing the other stands and all wonderful holiday designs!
And there was certainly a buzz of creativity with so much to see and do! With Let’s Create, Pretty in Paper by B & Pearlywinks and many more all hosting Make & Take events.
It doesn’t matter what your chosen material is, or the level of ability- Crafterama has something to offer for everyone!
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