A hand crocheted cotton scarf in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' . Click HERE to have a closer look !

A beautiful, stylish handmade, Summer weight crochet scarf with a beautiful open shell pattern. It is a bright yellow in colour..

It is handmade from a yarn composed of 100% pure natural Cotton. It has a lovely soft feel against the skin.

The scarf measures 48 ins long and is 5.5 ins wide. Sizes are approx.

Can be worn loose or draped as required.

Machine/Hand wash at 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) , Do not Bleach, Dry flat, do not tumble dry, Cool iron if required

The scarf has been made in a smoke and pet-free environment.

Free Delivery in UK.

One of many great gift ideas in my shop .... thanks so much for looking !

Sid xx

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Crochet Cotton Scarf .....

A scarf available in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' . Click HERE to have a closer look

A beautiful, stylish handmade crochet scarf with a raised shell pattern. It is a gentle Dusky Pink colour..

It is handmade from a yarn composed of 100% pure Cotton. It has a lovely soft feel against the skin.

The scarf measures 40 ins (102 cm) long and is 5.5 ins (14 cm) wide. Sizes are approx.

Can be worn loose or draped as required.

Machine/Hand wash at 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) , Do not Bleach, Dry flat, do not tumble dry, Cool iron if required

The scarf has been made in a smoke and pet-free environment.

Free Delivery in UK.

 One of many great gift ideas in store ...... thanks for looking ....

Sid xx

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Seascape Pendant & Chain .....

A beautiful pendant & chain for sale in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' . Click HERE for a closer look

This handmade, unique pendant and chain features an elegant silver bezel featuring a beautiful 3D dolphin and shells. The bezel has been filled with crystal clear pale blue resin encapsulating pale blue gems and silver shiny fragments. It is part of my 'Seashore' collection !

The pendant comes complete with an 18 ins fine silver snake chain with a lobster-claw fastening and measures 1.50 ins in diameter.

A delightful, delicate, understated piece of jewellery which will be admired by all who see it worn. Why not treat yourself of make it a great gift !

It comes packaged in a eco-friendly handmade envelope within a lovely Hessian drawstring bag ....

FREE delivery to the UK only.

One of many great gift ideas in store !

 Thanks so much for looking !

Sid xx

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Lime Scarf/Wrap .....

Click HERE to view the scarf/wrap in my shop 'Artemis Handmade'

Wrap yourself in vibrant style with this beautifully handcrafted lime-green scarf/wrap. Lightweight and breathable, it features an intricate open-lace crochet design that drapes effortlessly for year-round wear. 

The crocheted scarf/wrap is made for 100% pure cotton yarn and is substantial in size and measures 80 inches long and is 10 ins wide.

The bold, cheerful colour adds a modern pop to any outfit—perfect for brightening up basics or accessorizing a dressier look. Soft to the touch and versatile in styling, it can be worn as a cozy neck scarf, a stylish wrap, or even a beach cover-up. A unique piece with artisan charm, it makes a thoughtful gift or a striking addition to your own wardrobe.

Machine/Hand wash at 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) , Do not Bleach, Dry flat, do not tumble dry, Cool iron if required

It comes tissue wrapped and ribbon tied.

With free UK delivery ........ Loads more great gift ideas in my shop !

Sid xx
 

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Floral/Fan Scarf .....

A brand new Floral/Fan scarf in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' . Click HERE to have a closer look !

Wrap yourself in a cascade of colour and craftsmanship with this stunning handmade scarf. Featuring a vibrant array of flower-like motifs, each delicately crocheted in soft acrylic yarn, this piece is a celebration of texture, artistry, and wearable joy.

Measuring a generous 80 inches in length by 5 inches wide (approx), it offers versatile styling options—from a dramatic drape to a cozy loop. The lightweight acrylic construction has an attractive sheen and it  ensures warmth without bulk, while the intricate fan lace design adds a touch of elegance to any outfit.

Perfect for gifting or elevating your own wardrobe, this scarf is a one-of-a-kind statement accessory that blends comfort with creative flair.

Machine or hand wash at 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) , Do not tumble dry. Dry flat . No iron. May be dry cleaned.

With free UK delivery only ......

One of many great scarf designs in my shop ........

Thanks for looking !

Sid xx
 

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Steampunk Pendant ......

In my shop 'Artemis Handmade'

This handmade, unique pendant and chain features a round bezel in which real watch cogs/parts have been encapsulated along with sparkly gold fragments trapped in crystal clear resin. This eye-catching elegant pendant would make a great gift for a friend or loved one or why not treat yourself ?

The pendant comes complete with an 18 inch fine gold snake chain with a lobster-claw fastening and measures 1.50 inches diameter approx.

It comes packaged in a eco-friendly handmade envelope within a lovely hessian drawstring bag ....

FREE delivery to the UK only.

 Click HERE to have a closer look and thanks for doing so !

Sid xx

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Crochet Cotton Scarf ......

Click HERE to go to my shop 'Artemis Handmade' ......

A beautiful, stylish handmade crochet scarf with a reversible open bar/diamond pattern (see close-up). It's a beautiful blend of shaded greys, blues, pinks & purples.

It is handmade from a yarn of 100% Cotton. It has a lovely drape and a soft feel against the skin and is ideal for fashionable mid-weight wear !

The scarf measures 68 ins long and is 7 ins wide approx.

It is very versatile and can be worn various ways as it has plenty of length.

Machine or hand wash at 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) , Do not tumble dry. Dry flat . No iron. May be dry cleaned

The scarf has been made in a smoke and pet-free environment.

Free Delivery in UK.....

Sid xx

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Personalised Apron .....

Christmas is coming, how about a personalised unisex Apron as a novel gift for the budding cook out there .... machine embroidered with a name of your choice .... Sturdy and serviceable being easy care ....

 Available in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' with free UK delivery. Have a look at my shop by clicking HERE .... lot's of other fab gift ideas in store too !

Thanks for visiting

Sid xx

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Autumn ......

 

A set of Artist Trading Cards made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum in the theme of Autumn .....

The bases were cut to 2.5 x 3.5 inches from re-cycled food packaging. I then chose some red printed paper and stamped this with an outline tree stamp in Versafine black ink. This was cut to size and applied to the bases.

Next I sprayed a piece of watercolour paper with orange, yellow and green spay inks and allowed this to dry. I then die-cut some open leaves from this paper. Three leaves were then applied on each background as shown. Some red adhesive gems were added to each ATC.

I then arranged some self adhesive letters to spell 'AUT' on a black background and trimmed out. Both these and the ATC's were edged in metallic gold ink. The 'AUT' added as shown to finish the ATC's ....

Sid xx

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Leafy .....

Made a set of Inchies for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum ....

The bases were punched to 1 x 1 inches from re-cycled food packaging. I then punched some printed backgrounds to the same size.

I then stamped a leaf stamp in Archival black onto each bit of paper and then applied to the bases. The leaves were coloured with green Posca pen and each Inchie edged with the same pen to finish ....

Sid xx

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Mica Sheen ......

Made a set of Artist Trading Coins for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum ....

I die-cut the bases from re-cycled food packaging to 2.5 inches in diameter. I then cut some thin white card to the same size. This was then coloured with mic loaded paints with a brush. Once dry the painted circles were added to the bases.

I then stamped each Coin with a squiggly flower stamp in Versafine black ink, colouring the flower with violet Posca pen.

Each Coin was then embellished with three metallic gold cabochons to finish .....

Sid xx

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Glittery ......

Made a set of 'Twinchies' for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum ... in the theme of 'All That Glitters' ....

I cut a 4 x 4 inch square from white card and applied a whole lot of self adhesive stickers over it, filling any small gaps with Posca pen. This was then cut into 4 2 x 2 inch squares.

The squares were then stamped centrally using a floral stamp from Crafty Individuals in Peacock Feathers Distress Oxide. They were then decorated with black dots in Posca pen for stamens and Stickles glitter glue to finish ....

Sid xx

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CAS .......

Made an ATC & sleeve for a swap over on Crafty Individuals Facebook Group in the theme of 'Clean & Simple' .....

The base was cut from white card to 2.5 x 3.5 inches. I then cut an embossed label and applied this to the base. I chose a Crafty Indivduals stamp of two girls and stamped on white card in Versafine black ink which was heat embossed with clear embossing powder before trimming out. I then chose a stamp with the word 'friendship' and stamped this in more Versafine black ink before trimming and edging in black.

The girls were applied on foam pads as shown and the word added. The ATC was edged in black ink to frame& finish.

The holder was die-cut (Sizzix Tim Holtz) from white card and assembled to house the ATC. Hope my swap partner likes it !

Sid xx

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Swirly Tree....

A real crystal pendant & chain in my shop 'Artemis Handmade' - delightful and decorative

https://mademe.co.uk/product/pendant-red-swirly-tree/

One of many great gift ideas in store all with free UK delivery........

https://mademe.co.uk/shop/artemis-handmade/

Thanks so much for taking the time to visit ......

 

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Birdies......

A set of Twinchies made for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum in the colour theme of 'Orange, Red & Pink' .....

I cut 4 backs to 2 x 2 inches square from re-cycled food packaging. I then coloured some watercolour card with colour sprays in the colours, drying with a heat gun before cutting to 2 x 2 inches.

Each of these is stamped centrally with a birdie stamp in Versafine black ink and were sectively coloured with Posca pens. The backgrounds were applied to the backs  and each Twinchie was edged with black squares from Posca pen .....

Sid xx

 

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'Artemis Handmade' ........

 

Please visit my online store where I sell, handmade jewellery, art, crocheted items, embroidered items & cards ..... loads of items for sale in store - Click HERE to go there and thanks for looking .....

Sid xx

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Vintage .......

A set of Inchies made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum ......

I punched the bases to 1 x 1 inch square from re-cycled packaging. I then chose some patterned paper and punched to the same size. These was stamped with a few colours of Archival ink with a dotty stamp and applied to the bases.

The images were taken from 'Paper Dolls' by Tim Holtz which have been trimmed to fit the Inchies, edged with black and applied on the patterned paper. Each Inchie was then edged with black ink to finish .....

Sid xx

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Bling ......

 

A set of Twinchies made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum in the theme of 'Gems Galore' ....

The bases were cut to 2 x 2 inches square from re-cycled food packaging. I then chose some printed paper and cut this to the same size. This was then stamped witha flower stems stamp in black Versamark ink and then added to the bases.....

I then added some adhesive gems to the flowerheads and some dimensional colour paste, enhancing the stems with green metallic Posca marker and added a black & gold pastel gem to each as shown.

The edges of the Twinchies were treated with purple Versamagic chalk ink and dots of more metallic Posca added to finish .....

Sid xx

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Pink .......

A set of Artist Trading Coins made for  a swap over on UK Stampers Forum ......

The bases were die-cut to 2.5 inches in diameter from re-cycled food packaging. I then took some pink  printed paper with white spots and die-cut this to the same size. The papers were stamped with a flower in green Versafine Clair ink before adding to the bases.

I then added a gilded butterfly and flower to each Coin along with 2 clear green adhesive circles whilst the centres of the flowers were embellished with white enamel.

Each Coin was then edged in metallic gold pen to finish .......

Sid xx

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Abstract .....

A set of 'Inchies' made for a swap over on UK stampers Forum .....

I took a piece of white card and used a square foam stamp and various colours of Distress Oxide inks to produce a background of overlapping squares. Once set I then used a 1 x 1 inch punch and punched six pieces.

I added a piece of Card Candi on a foam pad to each as shown and stamped a design in black Versafine ink onto each. The backgrounds were then added to bases made from re-cycled food packaging.

Each Inchie was edged with metallic gold pen and six small adhesive gems were added to finish them ....

Sid xx

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Collage ......

A decorated Tag made for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum ......

I decided on doing a collage style tag in bright colours. I used various printed papers which were trimmed and collaged onto a white card blank. I also included rub-ons, stamping and adhesive gems.

Once complete I edged the tag with black ink and used the crop-a-dile to apply an eyelet threaded through with plum coloured satin ribbon.

The tag was finished with the words 'Written Story', matted on black card and added on foam pads to raise slightly ......

Sid xx

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Cocktails ......

A set of three Artist Trading Cards made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum in the theme of 'Food & Drink' ....

The bases were cut to 2.5 x 3.5 inches from re-cycled food packaging and I chose some background papers and applied as shown to the backgrounds.

I decided on a drink theme and chose a set of Stampers Anonymous stamps from Tim Holtz. These were stamped in black Memento ink onto white card which was heat embossed with clear embossing powder before trimming out. They were coloured with Copic alcohol ink markers and applied onto the bases. I then added some Glossy Accents to highlight various things on each.

The ATC's were finished by edging with Versamagic chalk ink to finish .....

Sid xx

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Bunnie .......

A set of 4 'Twinchies' made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum in the theme of 'Pets'  ......

I first cut the bases from re-cycled food packaging to 2 x 2 inches square. I then chose some printed paper and cut this to the same size applying onto the bases.

I then added a strip of numbers Washi tape to the base of each to ground the 'Bunnies'. I added stamped images in red Versafine Clair ink.

I then chose a fun image of a bunny and stamped this on white card in Versafine black ink adding some colour to ears and whiskers with Posca pen. They were then trimmed out and subsequently added the the bases as shown.

The Twinchies were finished by edging in Pink Posca pen and adding some pink Stickles to the circles ....

Sid xx

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Flight .......

A set of Artist Trading Coins made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum .....

The bases were die-cut to 2.5 inches in diameter from re-cycled food packaging. I then chose some chequered printed paper and die-cut this in the same way to fit the bases.

I then stamped a bird silhouette stamp centrally in black Versafine ink. The birds were treated to a coat of Glossy Accents to add depth.

I then used violet, red and plum Archival inks and a variety of background stamps to add some design & colour to the backgrounds. I then added some half flowers to decorate and three pink self-adhesive gems to each Coin. They were finished by edging with Versamagic chalk ink in Violet ....

Sid xx

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Bertie .....

Meet Bertie the Bear – Bertie the Bear isn’t just a soft and soothing companion — he's a tiny adventurer with a heart full of wonder. Hand-Crocheted in calming pale blue 100% cotton yarn, Bertie has tiptoed through tulip fields, shared secrets with butterflies, and once even helped a hedgehog find its way home. 

His velvety ears twitch at the sound of storytime, and his stitched smile hints at tales untold. Whether nestled on a nursery shelf or tucked into a travel bag, Bertie brings a sprinkle of magic to every moment. Handmade with care in a smoke and pet free home, he’s perfect for children aged 3 and up—and comes ribbon-tied, name-tagged, and tissue wrapped ready for his next adventure. He stands 7 inches tall !

Other colours available on request .... please message me ! 

Click HERE to meet him ! In my shop 'Artemis Handmade' ......

Free UK delivery included, of course.

 Sid xx

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Larry ....

Meet Larry the Crocheted Labrador. Elegantly stitched and full of doggy charm, Larry is a handcrafted treasure, crocheted from 100% premium acrylic yarn. His ultra-soft texture invites gentle squeezes, while his whimsical curves give him that signature storybook silhouette. Design Details: Seated at approximately 8 inches tall, with a cozy round body about 8 inches in diameter — perfectly snuggly proportions Filled with high-loft polyester for plushness that holds its huggable shape Created in a smoke- and pet-free home, ensuring his pristine condition matches his sweet personality Machine washable at 30°C and tumble dryable on low — so he's easy to care for, even after a bit of adventuring Gift-Ready Finish: Larry arrives wrapped in delicate tissue with his name tag ribbon tied around his neck — a thoughtful touch that turns him from handmade charm into a heartfelt companion.

With free UK delivery in my shop 'Artemis Handmade'.....Click HERE to have a look

Thanks for looking .......

Sid xx

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Summer ......

An ATC & sleeve made for a themed swap over at Crafty Individuals Facebook Group in the theme of Summer .....

The base was cut to 2.5 x 3.5 inches from re-cycled food packaging. I then chose a Crafty Individuals stamp and stamped this onto white card in Versafine black ink which was heat embossed with clear embossing powder. This was then coloured with watercolour washes and various pens as shown. This was then applied to the base and edged with metallic gold pen. I also stamped again and trimmed out the two flowers to decorate the sleeve with. I added Glossy accents to the yellow flowers. The sentiment was stamped and embossed in a similar manner before trimming out ans mounting on black card before applying on foam pads. to the ATC.

The sleeve was die-cut from Kraft card (Sizzix/Tim Holtz), assembled and decorated with the two extra flowers to finish..... hope the recipient likes it !!

Sid xx

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Bees ......

A set of Inchies made for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum .....

The bases were punched from re-cycled food packaging to 1 x 1 inches square. I then chose some printed paper with bees and punched squares to the same size to include an image of a bee on each. I the stamped a little flower in yellow Versafine Clair ink.on each and the papers were then added to the bases.

I then chose a honeycomb die and die-cut from orange card. This was trimmed and some added to each inchie as shown.

I trimmed some self adhesive 'B's and added one to each, edging with black Micron pen. The inchies were finished by edging with dark brown Versamagic chalk ink ......

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Meet Rachel the Plush Rabbit – Powder Blue Whimsy Softness meets serenity in this handcrafted plush rabbit, clothed in the gentlest shade of powder blue. With velvety ears and stitched details that whisper of cozy afternoons and storybook dreams, this little companion is designed to delight collectors and children alike.

She stands 5 inches tall to the tip of her ears and is filled with soft polyester filling !

✨ Handmade with premium 100% acrylic chenille yarn for lasting charm, she comes wrapped in tissue and is ribbon tied with a little name tag.

🧵 Intricate stitching highlights craftsmanship and care

💙 A soothing blue hue brings calm to any space

🐰 Ideal for gifts, nursery décor, or whimsical collections

Whether perched on a shelf or hugged close at bedtime, this rabbit brings a touch of magic wherever it goes. Lovingly made in a smoke and pet free home.

With free UK delivery ...... suitable for children 3 years or older.

Click HERE to go to my shop 'Artemis Handmade' ........

Sid xx

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Magic ......

Made a Decorated Tag for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum ......

I started by cutting some 400gsm white card to size as the background and covered this with some printed paper. Next I found some unused stamps by Lindsay Mason and stamped the fairy on a toadstool silhouette in Versafine black ink which was then heat embossed with clear embossing powder. I then stamped some butterflies in Versafine Clair lavender ink as shown and added Stickles glitter glue for some shine. The sentiment was stamped in more Versafine black ink, trimmed and edged with black and applied as shown. I then embellished the tag with some 3D glittered floral stickers.

The tag was then edged with mauve Versamagic chalk ink. I then used a crop-a-dile to add a silver eyelet to the top of the tag and threaded this with black satin ribbon to compliment the fairy image to finish ......

Sid xx

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Silhouette ....

A set of Artist Trading Coins made for a swap over on UK Stampers Forum .....

The bases were die-cut from re-cycled food packaging to 2.5 inches diameter. I then chose some Gelli print that I had made a while back and die cut this to the same size as the background.

The background was then stamped with a text stamp from Mama Makes in black Versafine ink and the backgrounds added to the bases.

I then die-cut some wildflowers (Sizzix) in white card as an overlay and these were added to the backgrounds as a reverse silhouette.

The Coins wre then edged with Moonlight White Brilliance ink to finish ....

Sid xx

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Penelope .....

Meet Penelope the Crocheted Cat. Elegantly stitched and full of feline charm, Penelope is a handcrafted treasure, crocheted from 100% premium acrylic yarn. Her ultra-soft texture invites gentle squeezes, while her whimsical curves give her that signature storybook silhouette.

Design Details:

Seated at approximately 9 inches tall, with a cozy round body about 9 inches in diameter — perfectly snuggly proportions

Filled with high-loft polyester for plushness that holds its huggable shape

Created in a smoke- and pet-free home, ensuring her pristine condition matches her sweet personality

Machine washable at 30°C and tumble dryable on low — so she's easy to care for, even after a bit of adventuring

Gift-Ready Finish: Penelope arrives wrapped in delicate tissue with her name tag ribbon tied around her neck — a thoughtful touch that turns her from handmade charm into a heartfelt companion

For sale in my shop 'Artemis Handmade'. Click HERE to see her ......

With free UK delivery ..... 

Sid xx

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Leafy ......

A set of Twinchies made for a swap over in UK Stampers Forum in the theme of 'Leaves' ...

The bases were cut to 2 x 2 inches square from re-cycled food packaging, I then cut some swirly green printed paper to the same size as the base. These were stamped with dark green Archival Ink with a leafy frond stamp before applying to the bases.

I then spattered some gold acrylic ink over these and when dry I added some Glossy Accents to the leaves.

I then chose some leaf dies and die-cut these from iridescent metallic card and applied centrally as shown. Each Twinchie was then finished by edging with black ink .....

Sid xx

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Rita .....

NOW SOLD !

A hand crocheted rabbit made for a commission. I is made from 100% natural cotton yarn and she is called 'Rita' !

She stands 8 inches high and is going to a loving home ! Keep an eye on my shop 'Artemis Handmade' where other loving animals are looking for new homes and coming up for sale ...

Sid xx

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Mauve ......

A set of Inchies made for a swap in UK Stampers Forum.....

The bases were punched from re-cycled food packaging to 1 x 1 inch square. I covered these with some paper made with a Gelli plate. I then took a piece of the perforations from a watercolour paper pad and coloured this with violet watercolour paint in a couple of coats. It was trimmed and added as shown to each Inchie. The holes were filled in with violet Posca pen.

I then added a self adhesive cabochon to each and some dots with the same Posca pen.

The Inchies were finished by edging with metallic gold pen .....

Sid xx

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