Introducing...Rachel Ward

I'm Rachel, I live in Leeds city centre with my boyfriend and I've been scrapping about 18 months. I work full time in a bank but try and get as much scrapping done in the evenings and weekends as possible. I have a very bright style and believe more is more, so my pages tend to be very busy.

Rachel created the following layouts using the gorgeous Bella Blvd Pack Your Bags collection, we love how she has created two 6x12 layouts that work well together or on their own. Rachel says:

'I really enjoy using 6x12 but i rarely use it with a 6x4 photo as it can be too big, so i made all these 2x3 and just did a simple layering technique and a spot of doodling- these work as 2 separate layouts of together. I have used photos from our holiday to Turkey in 2007.'

Introducing...Rachael Elliott

My name is Rachael Elliott aka Relliott71 on UKS (I wish now I had chosen a more imaginative user name!!) I am 37, married with two girls and I work part time as a staff nurse. I have been scrapping for about two years now which is the longest that I have ever stuck to a hobby, I think I am totally addicted! My greatest scrapbooking achievements have been to be commissioned to produce layouts and articles for both scrapbook magazine and scrapbook inspirations.

Here is a taster of the work Rachael has created for us using the new American Crafts Teen line, we think you'll agree it's a stunning layout! Keep checking back for more of Rachael's creations and more work from our other designers.

Meet the Design Team

After browsing galleries and blogs, we've recently asked some very talented people to join our design team. We'd like to introduce them to you...

Natalie Grant:
Natalie aka NattieG is 26 and lives in Swansea and is currently studying at University to become a teacher. She lives with her fiance, 4 cats and a dog and enjoys walks along the south wales coastline.

Sarah Palmer:
Sarah aka Gertie (our resident American Crafts Thickers addict!) is 31 and mum to 3 children who are the main source of inspiration for her stunning layouts.

Rachael Elliott:
Rachael aka Relliott71 is 37 and works as a staff nurse and is married with two girls. A self-confessed scrapbooking addict, Rachael has been scrapping for around 2 years - the longest she has ever stuck to a hobby!

Jen Naulls:
Jen aka Jen_N is 24 and a junior doctor and uses scrapping to help her unwind. She recently married and is working her way through the wedding and honeymoon photos as we speak.

Rachel Ward:
Rachel aka Reward lives in Leeds with her boyfriend and has been scrapping for around 18 months. She believes more is more so get ready to see some busy pages from her.

Tracy Gough:
Tracy is our resident cardmaker and loves getting creative with paper. She is married to her soulmate and is a foster carer and busy mum. Tracy has been crafting with paper for about 4 years.

Gemma Meaden:
Gems aka Little Miss Gem is 24 and lives in Wales. She is mum to her little girl who is the main source of inspiration for her scrapping and also enjoys photography, reading, cooking and shopping.

The new design team members will join Cathy, Louise and Cal in helping provide inspiration for our kit subscribers and website customers. We'll be bringing you a bit more info about them over the coming weeks and showcasing their gorgeous creations, so keep your eyes peeled!

Sarah and Lianne xx

Crops and fun times

Sorry it's been so long since the last post. We have been working extremely hard behind the scenes on some very exciting projects, including building our new fabulous Design Team. More on that tomorrow!

We held another of our monthly crops yesterday here in Warrington

Each month we have around 30 attendees and it really is great fun. It's like a monthly coffee morning. Loads of chatting & gossip. Lianne & I run around making drinks, lunches, chatting, helping with the monthly class and generally being hostesses. The banter & laughter there is infectious

Lianne's class was in December so it was my turn yesterday. The girls love having these page kits to do each month & it keeps Lianne & I nice and busy month on month, thinking of new ideas & techniques to teach

So, here is Lianne's class from December:

And mine from yesterday:



Both kits are still available to buy on the website as we had a few left over here

Next crop is Sunday 1st February 2009 10am - 4pm at Winwick Leisure Centre. Contact us if you would like any further information. We are fully booked with a reserve list as long as your arm but we always welcome newbie croppers into our "family". Why not come and join us for a coffee and a natter??


Sarah & Lianne xx

Breast Cancer Awareness

It's October again, Breast Cancer Awareness month, a chance to raise money for a cause that's very important to us and so many other women out there.

We have put together 2 gloriously pink kits to help raise money for Breast Cancer Care, one mini kit and a maxi kit, so there's something to suit most budgets.

Our mini kit features goodies from the Queen of Pink herself, Heidi Swapp. Containing loads of gorgeous products with an RRP of over £15, the mini kit costs £12.95 and £2 from each kit sold will be donated to Charity. You can see more details and purchase the kit here.

Our Maxi kit features the stunning Life is Beautiful range by Sassafras Lass and tons of co-ordinating goodies. This kit has an RRP of over £25, is available to purchase for £20 and £5 from each kit sold will be donated to charity. To see more details or purchase the maxi kit, click here.

Sarah and Lianne xxx

And the winner is......

Thanks to everyone who entered our Scenic Route giveaway and took the time to make a comment. A winner has been selected from random...


Susan said...
I love Omaha, as it's bold and modern. Thank you!
05 September 2008 13:27

Congratulations Susan! Please e-mail us at info@sarahscardsltd.com with your details and we'll get your box of Scenic Route goodies sent out to you within the next few days.

Sarah and Lianne xx

A few more...............

Here are some cards Sarah knocked up yesterday using scraps from the September kit. Wow there's so much in it! Just wait 'til you get yours!!!

Kits are being sent out to subscribers later on this week............if you want to get your hands on one, we have very VERY limited numbers available as single purchases. To get your mitts on one, drop us a line: lianne@sarahscardsltd.com and we'll add you to the notification list to let you know when they're released

Sarah & Lianne xx

To whet your appetite..............

Here's one of the layouts Sarah created this week using our September kit (going out to subscribers next week). Subs are now completely SOLD OUT but we will have new places available for our October kit. Please e-mail us if you are interested in being notified when the new subs places become available

So, Sarah's layout. Here it is, of Amelia on Christmas day getting her first dolly and she loved her!

That's it for now - so many gorgeous creations coming in from the fabulous DT. Wait til you see what Lou has done with acetate - it's divine!

Don't forget to let us know which is your favourite Scenic Route alpha on the post below for the chance to win at least £15 worth of SR goodies - not long now til the comp. closes

Sarah & Lianne xx

Scenic Route Giveaway!

Last week we had a delivery of some gorgeous new goodies from Scenic Route. Included was chipboard and clear stamps, both featuring great designs and fantastic value for money, but our favourite are these alphabet stickers. Available in 6 fonts including some new releases aswell as old favourites and a variety of colours.

Because we love Scenic Route so much, we are going to give one lucky blog reader a box of Scenic Route goodies worth at least £15. All you need to do is have a look here and tell us your favourite font in a comment. One entrant will be drawn from random and will receive their favourite amongst their box of goodies.

Closing date for entries is midnight on Sunday 14th September and the winner will be announced on here shortly after.

What have you got to lose? Good luck,

Sarah and Lianne xx

Everyday Giftbags

Lianne has been busy with the American Crafts Everyday range and has created these mini gift bags. These are so easy to make and are perfect for giving small gifts and treat. They are a basic square bottomed bag (all sides are equal width) with the sides pinched in to close. Make a notch in each side and tie with ribbon, they look great plain or decorated!



Supplies:
Everyday Hi
Everyday Gidday
Everyday Good Morning
Everyday What's Shakin?
Everyday Hi Y'all
Everyday IM phrases miniMARKS - Chestnut
Everyday IM Accent miniMARKS - Colour
Everyday Flair - Friends
Haute Ribbon - Sparkle 5


Sarah and Lianne xx