Nova Pen Review

I was sent these pens to test and review from Trimcraft. They are the new Nova Design Markers (Alcohol Ink) Pens.

I have used most brands over the years but my go to pens are normally Copics so I was keen to try these new pens. I am actually pretty impressed! I was sent the Pastel Set with 6 different colours. I can't comment on how they blend as such as there isn't colours from the same family. I used Memento Ink and my usual colouring card. The ink didn't bleed at all and was very easy to control within with the stamped lines. The ink came out really smoothly. The photo above shows the Copics at the top and the Nova Pens at the bottom. I did a one layer colour and they coverage was amazing, a nice block colour first time. I went around the centre on the green flower as and you can see you can build up a darker layer with just one pen - a great bonus! All the pens are two ends a fine bullet top and a wide broad end. I like that the pens have a grey line at the top of the pen with the fine end so you know which one is which far more easily. They are lovely to hold in your hand which makes it easier especially if you are using them for a long time.  These are fantastic if you are new to colouring and are wanting to try out alcohol pens without having to spend loads on a pack. All in all I would definitely recommend these pens and I would really love to try other packs with the same colour families so I can try out the blending colours. Well done Trimcraft another fab quality affordable product!

Kitty xx

The Paperbox Review

Hi all,

I am back today to tell you about some gorgeous new products from The Paperbox. 

They very kindly sent me a lovely box of stunning card to play with. I was delighted when I opened the box, everything was packed beautifully in clear packaging. The envelopes are amazing. They are pearlescent and so such great quality. The Rose Gold ones are my most favourite. These are ideal if you make cards to sell, as they make them look a bit more special. I will be definitely ordering some of these. You can find them in various sizes and colours on their website here.

They sell such a huge range of different type of card. Perfect for using as backgrounds, matting and die cutting. The coloured Matt Card will be my go to card, it's available in such a huge range of colours. The pearlescent card is beautiful too. I always think pearlescent is great for engagement, anniversary and wedding cards as it looks a bit more luxurious. You can find all the card they sell on their website here.

The Paperbox also sell a great range of Card Blanks. As you know I love to put lots of layers and embellishments on my cards so I always need a good weight card blank. These card blanks are 250gsm which is ideal for all types of designs even heavier cards.. They are available in different colours, textures and sizes. You can purchase them with or without envelopes too which is really handy, especially if you want to upgrade to some of the other envelope colours. You can also get matching pearlescent cards and envelopes too.

My overall favourite products from The Paperbox is definitely the Glitter Card. I always struggle to find decent quality glitter card. It's either too thick or too thin, especially for die cutting. I often find the ones that say non shed still have a bit of shed to them. I am so delighted that I have found this Glitter Card it's by far the best I have come across. I am now starting work on my Christmas magazine projects so I know this will come in handy and i will be able to use it with ease. The Glitter Card is available at The Paperbox in so many colours here.

I would thoroughly recommend The Paperbox, all their products have been excellent quality. They have a huge range of products available that are perfect for us crafters who need professional looking cards.

You can find all the products they sell on their website The Paperbox.

Kitty xx