Kaisercraft DT - Oh So Lovely Collection

Hi Everyone,

How beautiful is Kaisercraft's new "Oh So Lovely" Collection!!  It's so gorgeously feminine with a pretty pink, aqua and green colour palette and plenty of yummy floral patterns, which is just perfect for all those girly pages. 

 “Mother ‘n Daughter” Layout

This photo of me with my gorgeous girl Brittany was the perfect fit for this collection.  A bit of tearing and my trusty scissors to fussy cut those delicious blooms give this LO a lovely shabby chic feel. 

 The new "Damask" quarters template matches beautifully with the Oh So Lovely range, so I used the flourish section to create a pretty background with some whipped spackle and glitter glass.  I overlayed the masking with the "Cherish" texture stamp a the new pink Kaisermist and a few randomly placed rhinestones to create some dimension.

New Kaisercraft Damask Quarters Template

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely - Paper –P1788 Ladylike, P1789 Girly, P1790 Femme, P1793 Chic,P1794 Damsel, P1796 Miss, SS278 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT823 Collectables, PP965 Paper Pad, KM110 Kaisermist – Pink, T621 Template – Damask Quarters, CS892 Texture Stamp – Cherish, F657 Mini Paper Blooms – Fairy Floss, RS402 Rhinestones – Island Lagoon, SB701 Rhinestones – Soft Pink, IP731 Ink Pad – Berry, T303 Foam Tape

Other Product:  glitter glass, twine, archival ink

“Stop, Smile Breathe” Layout

How gorgeous is my nephew's wife!! She has been kind enough to allow me to use these pics of her which were taken professionally.  It looks like it was made for this collection of papers!

To add a bit of texture to my LO's I love to use corrugated cardboard.  I have painted it white to tie in with the soft and pretty colour palette.  I did tell you that you would be seeing the new "Stained Glass" decorative die popping up quite a bit in my creations... I adore this die!!

Stained Glass Decorative Die

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely - Paper –P1791 Woman, P1793 Chic, P1794 Damsel, SS278 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT823 Collectables, CB153 Corrugated Cardboard Sheets, DD708 Decorative Die – Stained Glass, CS120 Texture Stamp – Lattice, RS408 Sparklets - Crystal, RS402 Rhinestones – Island Lagoon, SB701 Rhinestones – Soft Pink, T303 Foam Tape, DM-1MM2M10 MM10 Derivan Matisse Gesso 250ml

Other Product:  lace, archival ink,

This collection is just perfect if you love the shabby chic style.  Here I have created several cards and a cute tag.

Doily Card

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely – P1790 Femme, PP965 Paper Pad, SS278 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT823 Collectables, DD504 Decorative Die – Doilies, F657 Mini Paper Blooms – Fairy Floss, CD511 C6 Card Pack – White, T303 Foam Tape,

Other Product:  lace, doily, pearl embellishment

“Happy” Card

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely – P1790 Femme, P1795 Lass, PP965 Paper Pad, SS278 12x12 Sticker Sheet, DD708 Decorative Die – Stained Glass, CS752 Texture Stamp – Script, F657 Mini Paper Blooms – Fairy Floss, CD501 Card Pack Square – White, IP719 Ink Pad – black, T303 Foam Tape,

Other Product:  lace, die, pearl embellishment, twine

“Love Always” Card

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely – P1795 Lass, PP965 Paper Pad, CT823 Collectables, CM127 Captured Moments 3"x 4" Cards - Pretty Little Things, DD507 Decorative Die - Nesting Cicrles, CD511 C6 Card Pack – White, IP719 Ink Pad – black, T303 Foam Tape,

Other Product:  corner punch

  

“Remember the Little Things” Altered Tag

Kaiser Product: Oh So Lovely – P1791 Woman, P1795 Lass, CT823 Collectables, KM110 Kaisermist – Pink, SB701 Rhinestones – Soft Pink, IP731 Ink Pad – Berry, T303 Foam Tape,

Other Product:  lace, tag, ribbon

Kaisercraft "Oh So Lovely" Collection

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Kaisercraft DT - Antique Bazaar Collection

 Hi Everyone,

Today I am sharing my Design Team projects created with Kaisercraft's beautiful new vintage inspired range called "Antique Bazaar".

“Learn, Live, Hope” Layout
A great way to get more bang for your buck with your Speciality Papers is to cut them into smaller sections.  This way you get to use them on more than 1 layout.  On this page, I decided to cut down and use a portion of the "Bronze" Speciality Paper to tie in with the circular image on the background paper.  The new "Cogs" Decorative Die works perfectly with the vintage clock theme in this range.  To add a touch of colour I applied Turquoise Kaisermist with a brush to my background and subdued the colour by spraying with water to create a soft watercolour effect.

Kaiser Product: Antique Bazaar - Paper – P1797 Salvage, P1798 Restore, P1802 Unearth, P1805 Barter, PS401 Speciality Paper – Bronze, KM105 Kaisermist – Turquoise, DD706  Decorative Die - Cogs, Texture Stamps – CS876 Crackle, CS752 Script, CS154 Film Edges, TM801 Timeless Printed Tape, T611 Template – Diamonds,  T303 Foam Tape, DM-1MM2M32 Derivan Matisse Light Modelling Paste 250ml

Other Product:  metal charms, inks

 “1949” Layout
This beautiful range of papers cries out for a vintage photo, so I went through my little stash of pics, which belonged to my mother and came across this photo is of my mum and her friends on holiday camp in the French countryside.  I think she is about 13 here (far left). 

To soften up my background and create a bit of texture I used the damask embossing folder, which I placed under my paper in random spots, then sanded over the top of the pp to create a distressed damask image.  Sanding the pp lifts the colour from the paper to leave a creamy white image.  

Kaiser Product: Antique Bazaar - Paper – P1797 Salvage, P1798 Restore, P1802 Unearth, P1803 Gather, SS279 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT824 Collectables, CC212 Clear Stamp Set, KM105 Kaisermist – Turquoise, DD706  Decorative Die - Cogs, EF205 Embossing Folder – Damask, AS252 Alpha Stickers – White, PT210 Printed Tape – Film Strip, T303 Foam Tape

Other Product:  metal charms, manila tag

“Time” Mixed Media Journal Page
Kaisercraft have released 4 new fabulous Quarters Templates which are great value, as you get 4 different 6x6" templates for around $7.95.  On my mixed media journal page I used the gorgeous Damask Quarters with some Ferro Paste, which has a lovely sandy texture.  The misted background was created by applying gesso to my page, then applying random sprays of the new Turquoise Kaisermist with a few random splats of the Antique Gold Kaisermist, then spraying with water and moving the page around to create a watercolour effect and some drips.

Use your leftover scraps to create a journal page.  

Kaisercraft Damask Quarters Template

Kaiser Product: - Antique Bazaar - Paper – P1797 Salvage, P1802 Unearth P1804 Character, EM422 Hello Today - Kraft Journal Kaisermists KM106 Kaisermist – Demim, KM102 Antique Gold, DD706  Decorative Die - Cogs, CS876 Texture Stamp - Crackle, T621 Template – Damask Quarters, FL406 Wooden Flourish – Vines, T303 Foam Tape, DM-1MM2M10 MM10 Derivan Matisse Gesso 250ml

Other Product:  metal charms, mist, ferro paste, crackle medium, archival ink

“Friendships” Card

A quick card using the paper pad and collectables... so easy!!

Kaiser Product: Antique Bazaar – PP966 Paper Pad, SS279 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT824 Collectables, CD511 C6 Card Pack – White, T303 Foam Tape, T302 Foam Dots  

“Time” Altered Tag

To create this tag I used the paper pad and matching collectables.  The paper pad comes with some beautiful gloss papers as well as 4 pages of diecuts.  I used one of the gloss papers as the background for my tag, and used the Kaisercraft black ink pad to highlight the beautiful damask gloss pattern, which acts as a resist.

Kaiser Product: Antique Bazaar – PP966 Paper Pad, CT824 Collectables, T303 Foam Tape, IP719 Ink - Black

Kaisercraft - Antique Bazaar Collection

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Kaisercraft DT - NEW Chase Rainbows Collection

Hi everyone... today I am sharing my DT creations for Kaisercraft using this month's new vibrant and funky "Chase Rainbows" collection.

“Hello Happiness” Layout
 I loved creating with all the gorgeous colours in this range.  For my first layout, I couldn't go past fussy cutting the gorgeous doilies from the specialty paper  It's a bit difficult to see in the photos but they have a lovely gloss finish.  I can't remember the last time I stitched on a page, so I dusted off my stash of embroidery threads and stitched some vibrant orange to add a bit of interest to my paper doilies.

OMG how fabulous is Kaisercraft's new lattice die!!  I think you will be seeing quite a bit of this one on my creations!  I cut it out in 2 different pp's and used some of the inserts to create contrast to the lattice diecut.

Kaiser Product: Chase Rainbows - Paper – P1807 Shade, P1811 Light, P1814 Ablaze, PS403 Speciality Paper – Ombre, SS280 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT825 Collectables, CC213 Clear Stamp Set, KM110 Kaisermist – Pink, Decorative Dies - DD709 Lattice C6, DD101 Lacey Borders,  CS151 Texture Stamp – Tiny Dot, RS408 Sparklets – Crystal, Ink Pads – IP729 Tangello, IP734 Red, T303 Foam Tape

Other Product:  paper doilies, embroidery thread

“This Life Is Pretty Amazing” Layout

On my 2nd LO I had a play with the new pink Kaisermist and the Damask Template to create my background and tie in with the fussy cut lacey doilies from the specialty paper and the lacey doily sticker from the 12x12 matching sticker sheet. 

 I also used the lace doily from the stamp set to add some depth to my masked background, and painted some torn strips of the corrugated cardboard to add a bit of texture.

Kaiser Product: Chase Rainbows - Paper – P1806 Hue, P1808 Tint, P1813 Tinge, P1814 Ablaze, PS403 Speciality Paper – Ombre, SS280 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CS213 Clear Stamp Set, KM110 Kaisermist – Pink, CB153 Corrugated Cardboard Sheets, T602 Template – Damask, KC001 Paint – White, IP727 Ink – Lagoon, T303 Foam Tape, DM-1MM2M32 Derivan Matisse Light Modelling Paste 250ml

“Enjoy the Little Things” Card

More new delicious dies from Kaisercraft.  To jazz up my card I used the Stained Glass, Rolled Roses and Birds and Butterflies as well as the Lacey Borders Decorative Dies from a previous release,

Kaiser Product: Chase Rainbows – PP967 Paper Pad,  SS280 12x12 Sticker Sheet,  CT825 Collectables, Decorative Dies – DD708 Stained Glass, DD710 Rolled Flowers, DD110 Birds and Butterflies, DD101 Lacey Borders, RS408 Sparklets – Crystal, IP729 Ink – Tangello,  CD511 C6 Card Pack – White, KC001 Paint – White, T303 Foam Tape

Other Product:  glitter

“Altered Address Book” BTP
Lastly I altered a little address book which has been sitting in my stash.  This was quick and easy using a bitt of pp, a few collectables, a sticker border and printed tape to cover the spine,  then finished off with some alpha stickers and a mini paper bloom to jazz up the layered butterfly.

Kaiser Product: Chase Rainbows – Paper – P1806 Hue, PS403 Speciality Paper – Ombre, SS280 12x12 Sticker Sheet,  CT825 Collectables, F656 Mini Paper Blooms – Fuchsia, PT Printed Tape – Pink Damask, AS252 Alpha Stickers – White

Other Product:  address book

Kaisercraft Chase Rainbows Collection

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Kaisercraft Design Team 2015 Entry

 Hi All,

I can hardly believe that my year on the Kaisercraft Design Team is almost over!!  I have always been a massive Kaisercraft fan and had so much fun creating with all their gorgeous product that I have decided to try my luck a second time around.

 Well, here it goes.. wish me luck!!

 “Smile Always” Layout

 First up I have created a layout using the gorgeous new "Chase Rainbows" collection, which I am totally in LOVE with!!!  The vibrant colours and girly grunge feel to this range are so delicious!!

I have a serious addiction to Kaiser's Decorative Dies! They cut so beautifully and there are so many fabulous designs.  One of my favourites is the Lace Doily Decorative Die... so pretty!!

Kaisercraft have just released a range of new mists, which come in 10 gorgeous shimmery colours.  On this layout I have used the denim blue Kaisermist,  The denim mist has taken on a teal hue as it has picked up some of the colour from my masked background, which was created by mixing  together some Derivan Matisse gel medium and a green pigment powder.  I love a adding a little bling to my layouts and you can't go past Kaisercraft's Rhinestones, Sparklets and Expoy Stickers for a bit of  sparkle and shine!

Most of my creations will have some form of mixed media and stamping.  I think I have just about every Kaisercraft Texture Stamp in my stash!!! They are perfect for adding layers into your mixed media backgrounds.  I will usually mix texture stamps with stamps from a larger stamp set.  Here I have used the matching Chase Rainbows Stamp Set with the Stains Texture Stamp.

Kaiser Product: Chase Rainbows - Paper –, P1806 Hue, P1812 Dye, P1814 Ablaze, SS280 12x12 Sticker Sheet, CT825 Collectables, CS213 Stamp Set, Kaisermists – KM105 Turquoise, KM106 Denim, DD504 Decorative Dies – Doilies, T604 Template – Leaves, Clear Stickers – ST915 Butterflies ST919 Script Words, ST908 Epoxy Stickers – Sea Breeze, CS162 Texture Stamp - Stains, F631 Paper Blooms – Sea Breeze, F648 Mini Paper Blooms – Sea Breeze, RS418 Sparklets – Sea Breeze, SB775 Rhinestones – Aqua Marine, PT215 Printed Tape – Chevron Mint, T303 Foam Tape, DM-1MM2M30 MM30 250ml Derivan Matisse Matt Gel Medium, DM-1MM2M10 MM10 250ml Derivan Matisse Gesso

Other Product:  pigment powder, archival ink

“Leave A Little Sparkle Wherever You Go”

Altered Photo Frame

For my Beyond The Page project. I have altered a Kaisercraft 6 Frame Photo Display using the stunningly pretty "All That Glitters" collection.  This range has gorgeous foil and glitter accents which are all the rage at the moment!!  Using the Collectables and matching Captured Moments 4x6" Cards made creating this frame so easy!

The Kaisercraft Wooden Flourishes are the perfect accents for these frames, as they can be altered to suit your project and they help to create dimension.  I have used quite a few here, which I altered by using paint and Crystalina Kindyglitz.

  I painted the inner frame and used some Kaisercraft Printed Tape in the Pink Damask to cover the outer frame.  To soften the appearance of the tape, I gave it a coat of light gold paint, which blends in with the gold accents from the CM cards. 

 As I mentioned earlier I just LOVE the Kaisercraft Decorative Dies and have used a few different ones to alter my frame.  Kaisercraft have recently released 2 new flower dies... how cute is this handmade flower, made with the Layered Flower Decorative Die!!

Kaiser Product: SB2111 BTP - 6 Frame Photo Display, All That Glitters - Paper – P1775 Glow, P1776 Dazzle, PS394 12x12 Specialty Paper - Golden Butterflies, CT822 Collectables, PP964 Paper Pad, CM326 Captured Moments 6”x 4” Cards - Sparkle, Decorative Dies – DD110 Birds and Butterflies, DD516 Vines, DD707 Layered Flowers, DD101 Lacey Borders, Wooden Flourishes – FL508 Curly Corners, FL481 Words – Live Laugh Love, FL439 Flourish Hearts, FL342 Funky Butterfly Pack, FL305 Frames, F640 Paper Blooms – Fairy Floss, EM930 Pearl Brads – Pearl, PT206 Printed Tape – Pink Damask, T303 Foam Tape, T302 Foam Dots, DMKGCR Kindy Glitz 36ml - Crystalina

Other Product: sequins, pearl paint  

“Everything Beautiful Has It’s Moment” Canvas

My last project for the Mixed Media criteria is a mixed media canvas.  I altered this canvas using papers from one of my all time favourite ranges from Kaisercraft which is the "Blue Bay" collection.  The reason I was so drawn to this range was the gorgeous aqua colour palette.  To make the aqua pop I highlighted my canvas with a touch of yellow using the new yellow Kaisermist.

To create my canvas I tore various patterned papers from the "Blue Bay" collection, which I layered onto my background using Derivan Matisse gel medium   I then coated over the top of my layers randomly with crackle medium, to add texture, but left the centre section uncrackled for my quote.  I built up the layers by stamping with various texture stamps and creating a bit more texture with some bling and mesh tape.  Lastly I used a brush to apply the turquoise and yellow Kaisermists and adhered my quote with some foam tape to make it pop.

Kaiser Product: Blue Bay - Paper - P1729 Turquoise, P1731 Misty, P1734 Placid, P1735 Saphire, P1737 Lagoon, Kaisermists – KM103 Yellow, KM105 Turquoise, T614 Template – Moroccan Lattice, Clear Texture Stamps – CS880 Windsor, CS161 Honeycomb, ST915 Clear Stickers – Butterflies, RS465 Rhinestone Flourishes Decorative Island Lagoon, RS418 Sparklets – Sea Breeze, Bling Flourish, DM-1MM2M32 Derivan Matisse Light Modelling Paste 250ml, DM-1MM2M30 MM30 250ml Derivan Matisse Matt Gel Medium, DM-1MM2M10 MM10 250ml Derivan Matisse Gesso

Other Product:  crackle medium, mesh, archival ink

  Thanks so much for taking the time to look through my Kaisercraft DT application. I hope I was able to show my love of Kaisercraft through each individual project and that you feel inspired to create your own little pieces of Kaiercraft art!!

Keeping my fingers and toes crossed, as I have seen some amazing entries which have been posted. I would like to wish all this year's entrants the best of luck with their applications.

Cathy :)