Making Cards for Men 2013

The latest special edition Making Cards magazine is due out on 24th April so if you would like to pre-order your copy, please let us know by Monday 8th April.

If you find it hard to locate craft papers and card ideas for the chaps in your life, look no further!

This issue has over 60 cards, all based on the 32 free craft papers inside - a collection of 15 themes, each with a topper sheet and a backing paper...and there's something for all ages too!


The retail price is £4.95.

Sizzix Order

Sometime in the next few weeks we will be placing our very first order with Sizzix!

If you've never heard of them before, they are a company that make a wide range of die-cutting machines, embossing folders and dies and their product lines are truly phenomenal.

We are in the process of taking pre-orders from customers so if you would like to have a browse through their ranges, either pop into the shop where we have a full catalogue printed off, or click on the links below to view the online versions.

Sizzix Catalogue 2011-12

Sizzix Catalogue 2012 Update

If you would like to order any items, please let us know.

Sneaky Peek

Here's a sneaky peek of what's to come in the Making Cards Vintage Special Edition magazine - designed by Nancy Watt.

They're being very secretive about this issue so I'm hoping for some lovely surprises!

Making Cards/Parchment Craft Special Editions

There are two new special edition magazines - Making Cards and Parchment Craft which are available to pre-order now at just £4.95 each.  They are due out on 20th June so if you'd like us to reserve a copy of either for you, please let us know.

Here are some more details about the magazines:

Like all Making Cards editions, this very special edition will be crammed full with unique and original card making ideas. All feature a selection of the 32 FREE CRAFT PAPERS to be found inside and every free sheet has a beautiful ‘retro’ feel and has been designed with readers of all crafting abilities and tastes in mind.

Plus, our team of card designers have truly excelled themselves in creating a range of ‘vintage feel’ cards to suit all occasions. The illustrations here are just a glimpse of the wonderful portfolio of ideas you can enjoy in this summer one-off edition.

Timed to coincide with the Parchment Craft exhibition at Bristol in June, the PARCHMENT CRAFT Summer Special Edition features a wonderful collection of projects submitted by some of the leading ‘parchment’ practitioners from around the world. Many have had work published in Parchment Craft but there are others who may not be familiar to you. But each will inspire readers with their ideas and creative talents. (Ria von Arondt, Marjorie Rigby and Sara Keen - to name just a few).Several ‘Queen’s Jubilee’ themed pieces are included which are unusual and of superb quality.In this celebration edition there’s a variety of themes to suit all tastes and most aspects of your favourite craft have been covered (white work, embossing and grid work) which are complimented with several lovely ‘coloured’ pieces featuring the use of specialist pencils, paints and inks. There are projects suitable for those who have just started ‘parching’ while more intricate designs will satisfy the experienced crafter. All of the patterns are professionally computer drawn and are clear and concise to assist accuracy.In summary, with over 25 unique and original projects the PARCHMENT CRAFT Summer Special Edition is excellent for money at £4.95 and should not be missed.