December 2009

FEATURES & REGULARS

Free Stamp Makes
This month’s free cover mount is a delightful Christmas Dove stamp, designed for us by Stephanie Dyment on behalf of Papermania.

First Impressions
Our monthly new products page, with lots of giveaways to tempt you.

Stamping Contrasts
This month we sent four designers quirky Character Constructions stamps, courtesy of The Altered Element.

Over to You...
A feature dedicated to our talented readers.

Blade Rubber Competition
Win a fabulous prize which includes Blade Rubber’s brand new Christmas stamps.

Featured Artist: Shannon Sawyer
Meet super talented US stamper Shannon.

Designer Challenge: Sketch
Two designers get creative using the same sketch.

Subscribe to Craft Stamper
Subscribe today and get a fabulous EXCLUSIVE PaperArtsy gift designed especially for Craft Stamper worth over £18!

Trade It!
A selection of entries in our monthly ATC swap – this month our theme is Christmas.

NEW! Idea Gallery
You’ll find loads of inspiration in our new feature – this month we look at ideas for Christmas decorations.

What’s On
Find out about events for crafters across the UK.

Giveaway coupon
Fill it in – and you could win!

Take a Peek
Find out what’s in store in next month’s issue, including a peek at your free stamp which is a beautiful floral flourish.

PROJECTS

Contemporary Christmas, by Jo Capper-Sandon
Jo shares some stunning Christmas creations which are deceptively easy to create.

Art Encapsulated, by Trish Latimer
Try your hand at Trish’s gorgeous stamped resin jewellery – ideal for Christmas gifts.

Merry & Bright, by Lousette Ashton
Super stylish Stampin’ Up Christmas ideas from Lousette.

Treasure Chest, by Sue Roddis
Fake it with Sue’s impressive faux metal ideas.

Pretty in Pink, by Lucy Edmondson
This decorated jewellery box by Lucy would make a really special gift for any occasion.

Christmas Masterboard, by Jo Firth-Young
Jo guides you through the basics of creating a masterboard for your Christmas cards.

Vintage Beauties, by Sue Abbott
Create Sue’s subtle, feminine gift ideas.

A Cracking Christmas, by Leandra Franich
Leandra shows you ideas for all sorts of paint mediums in this stunning seasonal project.

Shine a Light, by Helen Chilton
Helen’s striking cards are perfect for wintertime birthdays.

Vintage Christmas, by Katy Fox
Katy shows you a simple Bind-It-All book to hold your Christmas memories.

Masterclass: UTEE & the Ranger Melting Pot
Isabelle shows you loads of fabulous ideas using your Melting Pot and ultra thick powders.

Start Stamping, by Isabelle Norris
This month Isabelle looks at Versamagic inks and demonstrates basic blending techniques.

Snow Much Fun, by Kay Carley
Kay creates modern, fresh Christmas designs using masking and Sakura Stardust pens.