Simply Cards & Papercraft 261 – On Sale 22nd August

by Makinjessica62

We've got another fantastic festive kit for you this month – we've teamed up with our friends at Altenew to bring you the versatile Build-A-Flower stamp & die set that I'm sure is going to be used lots for your Christmas cards this year! As always, the Design Team couldn't wait to get started with this set and their makes are stunning.

Vanessa Hodgson gets us started with her poinsettia-themed makes on page 8, Sarah Jackman Read is on page 30 with some fabulous off-the-page ideas, whilst Marie Jones has made some gorgeous traditional designs on page 60.

I know you will love to try new crafty techniques to push your skills, so we have plenty for you this issue including a step-by-step guide to textured stencilling on page 42, an in-depth look at creating on-trend infinity shaker cards on page 40, plus we take a loko at the inlay die-cutting technique on page 77.

We're showcasing the latest releases from your favourite papercraft brands as always this month, including a detailed look at the flower-forming tools from Crafter's Companion. They're perfect for creating eye-catching floral desings, as you'll see from Mel's makes starting on page 20. We take a look at the latest Christmas kit from Hunkydory on page 16, there are some must-try festive cards made using the latest Apple Blossom die set on page 34, Lou Collins shows off her new TEXT{ures} Vintage Christmas launch on page 52, we take a break from Christmas with some fun summery project using new Waffle Flower goodies on page 56, and don't miss the cute Paddington Projects on page 64!

Of course, we have the usual inspiration in the form of our monthly sketch challenge (page 28), free digital cutting sile and digi stamp downloads (page 50), as well as five ways with one Studio Light paper pack (page 73)!

Also this monnth we have an interview with Paula Milner on page 70 – her upcoming book Simple Paper Flowers is sure to be one you'll be adding to your wishlist, and we loved hearing all about her crafty career so far! We also have the usual news, shopping guides, book reviews and much more, we hope you love this issue as much as we do!

Happy crafting!

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