Important notice about my instruction sets

Hi all, as you may or may not be aware Stampin up has discontinued their blossom petals punch which is such a shame!!! this was a very versatile punch. I'm afraid Stampin up is one of those company's Ive watched over the years that is constantly changing their stock which make you and the demonstrator buy buy buy all the time and they make the huge $$$. This has affected my instruction sales pretty bad, so Ive had to think what I would do with the many instructional sets I have for sale that included this punch....... leave them as they are, take them down off the blog or edit them. I still wanted to make them available for you so my decision was to edit & design a set of petals that are similar to the punch. These will be in a pdf called "Blossom petals punch info replacement petals template" and when you purchase an instruction set that required the blossom petals punch you will also receive the new free template download. I hope you will be happy with this decision. Below is a list of the instruction sets I have for sale that previously needed the blossom petals punch. So in a sense this works out cheaper for you! NO expensive punch is now needed to make these designs! The new templates are hand cut.... but don't be afraid of this its so easy..... below is my instructional video how to do this the easy way. I have also updated each blog post instruction set that used this punch and explained all the details. I hope you will like the decision I made and this will be helpful to many.
Blessings to you




 I believe this punch is available for a short time on clearance, I cant put any one link to it you would have your find own demonstrator

Magnolia paper art
Birthday Orchid paper art
Passion flower paper art
Christmas orchid paper art
Snow drops paper art
Calla lily paper art
Sturt's desert pea paper art
Australian native Waratah paper art
Flying Angel paper art
Fashion hats paper art
Lotus art paper art
Peony paper art flowers
Lotus flower paper art
Orchids 4 set paper art
Swan paper art

and a last thought

A greedy man stirs up strife, 

but the one who trusts in the Lord will be enriched. 

Proverbs 28:25

Daft punk card

 Hi all, My son gave me the idea to make my version of a daft punk helmet card. Daft punk is a music band. So I took on the challenge and the above pic was the result.....
Over this last Christmas break gone he was mad on making his own helmet, first from a paper cut out glued together and then he epoxy glued it inside and out, fiber glassed the inside then bogged the outside. Since this pic he has sanded it all back and its looking great! I think he eventually wants cut out the visor and add led lights.

you can purchase the basic pattern here...
Daft punk pattern $3.95

Not this is only the front pattern as a guide and shape for your card. You will need to cut a back base card with some tabs added as shown in the video. I hope you enjoy this idea for the men in your life!


Blessings to you

and a last thought

How can a young man keep his way pure? 

By guarding it according to your word.

Psalms 119:9

Magnolia paper art and my craft room update

 Hi all, introducing to you my new Magnolia punch art ......
Everyone loves the stunning artistry of the Magnolia flower, It's bare branches exploding with white, pink and burgundy beauty. You will love this Magnolia punch art spray made with only two punches this card will impress..... a Mothers day success !! Please remember if you have any questions about the instructions email me before you buy I'm happy to chat.

UPDATE: please note, Stampin up no longer sells the bolssom petals punch used for this project so to get around this problem and continue for you to enjoy my projects I have designed some replacement petals which are very similar and will allow you to make the same projects. This will be included with your purchase download.... the up side is you don't need to buy an expensive punch! You can refer to my instruction video as to how to use my template, thank you for your ongoing support. Valita

Magnolia punch art Introductions $5.95

We had a great Easter weekend spending time with our kids and extended family at the Sydney Royal Easter show then on to Katoomba to visit Dave's older brother.... we had this Cartoon drawing done of Dave and I while at the show... I think he really captured the looks here ;)

And in the mean time Ive been once again cleaning out my craft room.... so sit back and enjoy the video
 Blessings to you

and a last thought

 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves,

 and the truth is not in us

1 John 1:8

Easter Bunny face card

Hi all, Finally getting a card up after working out all the hassles with my email address and dealing with some very ugly problems here.... changing churches..... it all hasn't been easy but we are working through it. Mum's 80th was such a lovely time together..... the first time in ages with all my seven siblings in the one place! missing them all already.

 Ive also stayed busy with other bits and pieces.... Madaleine and I have had a go at some bobbin lace making, my Dad made us both the boxes and we made some book marks with a basic stitch. I taught myself to make YUM! Pad Thai, Made some Easter decorations, Made a huge whale out of foam for a skit Madaleine is in and Dave bought me home a vintage Koala ....like i had as a kid. We praise God for having His family in many different places not just our home church of 40 odd years...

 I had also been cleaning out my craft room and trying to get rid of some clutter and it too is coming along nicely.

so I know it a bit late but if you are interested in the bunny face card you can purchase the template here and watch how i made it on my you tube channel :)  enjoy!
Bunny Face Template $3.95

Blessings to you

and a last thought 

( a message from our daughter)

"When people write you off... God's got a bigger pen! And He writes in the graceful, most powerful blood of His Son."Where to from there?"I'm a little pencil in the hand of a writing God, who is sending a love letter to the world."

Birthday Orchid paper art

Hi all, welcome back to a new year!!! I hope and pray the Christmas/ New year season has been a blessing to you all with family and friends. Both Dave and I had also had our birthday's over this time so it's been great having family around us! We've enjoyed Christmas at my Mum and Dads place and some crazy hot weather and loads of swimming at the beach. The guys have had fun with their radio controlled cars and in the cooler parts of the day Madaleine and I have managed to do some some crocheting. Dave bought me a vintage Retro style stool which Ive had fun crocheting a cover for and the star blanket I made for our youngest daughter so she can reach for the stars in all she dose in life!! Our two older kids are enjoying being staff at summer camp these next few weeks before they return back to Uni and school starts again. A few pics for you to enjoy!

OK now to my Birthday Orchid! This is the 6th beautiful flower in my collection of punch art orchids. It was especially designed to include buds and create a complete flower spray for my Mothers 80th birthday on the 14 February 2013. This instruction set is dedicated to my Mother "Barbara Beard Hirst Bell Higgins" I love you Mum and I hope you love this orchid project too as lots of love though and time has gone into making this special for my precious Mum. xx

UPDATE: please note, Stampin up no longer sells the bolssom petals punch used for this project so to get around this problem and continue for you to enjoy my projects I have designed some replacement petals which are very similar and will allow you to make the same projects. This will be included with your purchase download.... the up side is you don't need to buy an expensive punch! You can refer to my instruction video as to how to use my template, thank you for your ongoing support. Valita

Birthday Orchid instructions $5.95 

You can find the rest of my orchid collection here http://valitasfreshfolds.blogspot.com.au/search/label/Orchids
Blessings to you

and a last thought

When my heart is faint and overwhelmed

lead me to the mighty towering rock of saftey.

Psalms 61:2

Passion flower paper art Instructions

Hi all, I'd like to introduce to you my passion flower punch art. I always thought of the passion flower as odd but mysteriously beautiful. You could choose to make this in a variety of colours just like many of the real flowers to suit your occasion needs. I hope you will enjoy this instruction set that I have for sale. Please remember the current offer is one instruction set free when you have $10.00 or over in your shopping cart then you can add the coupon code orchid  to receive your freebie!

UPDATE: please note, Stampin up no longer sells the bolssom petals punch used for this project so to get around this problem and continue for you to enjoy my projects I have designed some replacement petals which are very similar and will allow you to make the same projects. This will be included with your purchase download.... the up side is you don't need to buy an expensive punch! You can refer to my instruction video as to how to use my template, thank you for your ongoing support. Valita

Passion Flower punch art Instructions $5.95 

Blessings to you

and a last thought 

So So take a new grip with your tired hands,

stand firm on your shaky legs, 

and mark out a straight smooth path for your feet, 

so that those who follow you, though weak and lame, 

will not fall and hurt themselves, but become strong. 

Hebrews 12 :12 & 13