tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9935879738058287582024-03-27T01:37:46.269-05:00Just A Thought Or Two...... about day to day thoughts of being a woman, a wife, now a widow, a mom, a grandmother, a friend and a creative person!madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.comBlogger457125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-48529705988435593002024-02-29T17:35:00.002-06:002024-02-29T17:36:38.122-06:00Hop By To A New Release Coming Your Way<div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 8px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 15px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyF6b4l3Y8eDZu0TOKVEKna16AkWb9Sk2I7kEmXCurrp37d-E5_DMXOFZKhbJd2Cy_1vcrjQMOXQ6-2IMkZUP22HU75k2N1a_Ujo2vBlBy9hYyJq6lBZYlUOHTpLlE32t1jYZVbspxmKnwjhJxEFzR8pQYVRy7WCac40uKUSdcJF_BjQHb4ho6OoZtiKE/s1280/429654196_10161069060602230_5336423107946672498_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyF6b4l3Y8eDZu0TOKVEKna16AkWb9Sk2I7kEmXCurrp37d-E5_DMXOFZKhbJd2Cy_1vcrjQMOXQ6-2IMkZUP22HU75k2N1a_Ujo2vBlBy9hYyJq6lBZYlUOHTpLlE32t1jYZVbspxmKnwjhJxEFzR8pQYVRy7WCac40uKUSdcJF_BjQHb4ho6OoZtiKE/w568-h319/429654196_10161069060602230_5336423107946672498_n.jpg" width="568" /></a></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><br /></div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Let's hop right into a new season with new ideas, new inspiration and NEW releases from Eileen!</span></b></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><br /><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><b>A NOTE FROM EILEEN - </b></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">I'm so happy to introduce this brand new collection of mine from Sizzix! As always, I try to create designs that may be used together but also stand alone. There are four pieces in this set.</span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">The Storage Box is an XL ScoreBoard die measuring 4” square, the largest square box yet! This box is constructed with a removable top and may be used in many ways, such as organizing desk and office supplies, as a gift box, storing craft supplies and packaging for baked treats.</span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">The Mini Book is one of my favorites because you can create a book using this die in an evening, and use up your scraps in the process. This book measures 3 3/4” x 2 1/4” and comes with a strap/handle and tiny label for the book cover. It also makes a great bag topper if you fold it in the middle and also will hold a business card. </span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem;">There is a new Thinlits called Faux Postage- the full panel is designed to fit on a 5” x 7” card and creates a fun postage stamp effect. You can also cut (or tear) each stamp apart and use the individual pieces as a miniature work of art! This coordinates with similar dies: Snail Mail (A-2 card size) and Mini Slimline (6” x 3”).</span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">The Lace 3D embossing folder is so amazing! It’s a <b>new LARGE</b> size measuring 8 1/2” x 5 3/4”. It works great on bigger journal covers, card backgrounds and on home decor pieces. This is created from vintage lace that I have collected and there are so many ways I want to use this!</span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem;"><i><b>***There’s a giveaway too- join us on the live and hear how you can win…</b></i></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;">You can find these dies in your local scrapbook stores- if they don’t carry them, ask them to order.</span></div><p><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 0.9375rem;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> PS, can also be found in her</span></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 0.9375rem;"> Etsy shop and show her your support!</span> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Now onto how I chose to use the new dies ...</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>THE STORAGE BOX </b></span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY2Pzm8-I1r9PR5JdUnYm31i8y-N5U-ONjUslCgZXTLWCiXcfU3TwT8c5kW0OW5-0MI6XANC0qJVdoD6R70QmeoFgl1gPPmqWvSErV6CLBgj39m-1Q3SxWA5-lL_yHzytxfcx2vGpnMZSMkluaR2GKSvm_gLWjh0s0kYFq88gPWAbeS8sf6XYS12dQXN0/s640/Basket%20(%20bottom%20of%20storage%20box).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="640" height="374" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY2Pzm8-I1r9PR5JdUnYm31i8y-N5U-ONjUslCgZXTLWCiXcfU3TwT8c5kW0OW5-0MI6XANC0qJVdoD6R70QmeoFgl1gPPmqWvSErV6CLBgj39m-1Q3SxWA5-lL_yHzytxfcx2vGpnMZSMkluaR2GKSvm_gLWjh0s0kYFq88gPWAbeS8sf6XYS12dQXN0/w400-h374/Basket%20(%20bottom%20of%20storage%20box).jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Basket made using the larger part of the storage box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDXzqrbVKRcQLsQiqR4PcMkqEI_Pi1pevRhEkC_ksN7ePuTLSagETrjjaWjGCR6Wpo5jkijbsPcSQL9HjSW0O4xxcr9TxZhrhUm0ckl-yn5Vp3_5GPAk8M1SID0Z9Ac1s3RIvIwH7PosAXpOl4FuchP5dBL1rjY3wY-vf8h3bf3Bw6m01q9ei8sWfCUBY/s640/Short%20box%20(two%20lids%20of%20storage%20box).jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="594" data-original-width="640" height="371" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDXzqrbVKRcQLsQiqR4PcMkqEI_Pi1pevRhEkC_ksN7ePuTLSagETrjjaWjGCR6Wpo5jkijbsPcSQL9HjSW0O4xxcr9TxZhrhUm0ckl-yn5Vp3_5GPAk8M1SID0Z9Ac1s3RIvIwH7PosAXpOl4FuchP5dBL1rjY3wY-vf8h3bf3Bw6m01q9ei8sWfCUBY/w400-h371/Short%20box%20(two%20lids%20of%20storage%20box).jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Box made using two of the smaller top sections of the storage box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQG89Mk6ib8oTFAB6yMXwtd_Bi612o-jYgUqkY5xP5GImJZt8t6wDWRclmPtB-lYQcFMaSG40uJhnOWfP0bI30lKY7JnEkw66MI_w8ThnpQkfgyw8w4RhKKxfc9vnBqGUFT8zTkma01Ffdi4gb-ofVG2cjaOZN0ZpwU6-ayG-oO5AGnu6Z9bY58wZnNU8/s640/View%202%20of%20small%20box%20using%20only%20lid.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQG89Mk6ib8oTFAB6yMXwtd_Bi612o-jYgUqkY5xP5GImJZt8t6wDWRclmPtB-lYQcFMaSG40uJhnOWfP0bI30lKY7JnEkw66MI_w8ThnpQkfgyw8w4RhKKxfc9vnBqGUFT8zTkma01Ffdi4gb-ofVG2cjaOZN0ZpwU6-ayG-oO5AGnu6Z9bY58wZnNU8/w300-h400/View%202%20of%20small%20box%20using%20only%20lid.jpg" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">View of the top of the box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qVPdF_AUR2NdMZgc62QgIJKoEX-QrfvkuTun3q_5u08zIUF2e-AFZe80S34b1SovtC0FNAIa7zGFRrGgoB2zDPOTT-dvLbHqG8i_YP0DNs06v7_4v3yLGT1yB63kvARZ-Sdy3aPyJRsXlrzWgfo7JEyRNjsm5YNPzir5-4jJzYM4lphTUPB0MHQya7M/s640/yellow%20box.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="486" height="511" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qVPdF_AUR2NdMZgc62QgIJKoEX-QrfvkuTun3q_5u08zIUF2e-AFZe80S34b1SovtC0FNAIa7zGFRrGgoB2zDPOTT-dvLbHqG8i_YP0DNs06v7_4v3yLGT1yB63kvARZ-Sdy3aPyJRsXlrzWgfo7JEyRNjsm5YNPzir5-4jJzYM4lphTUPB0MHQya7M/w388-h511/yellow%20box.jpg" width="388" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Storage box made from distressed corrugated board</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-CX-RcJRK2NHMHV5YmqKFDejgL4KK3Rikuyu4kndkP0ahcpyCtr8_YJG7nFPShv1t0pOehTzLz5FiOs3-XN4H4f-iUj78WRXYWMyaEfUfips_IFOhimh9KkfjAUFKT_xEpfcO_RLusx75HFla2iTb4yLcVYZYd0Xh4gsv6J6RAYBHo_n4v8l7JLzUz0/s640/yellow%20box%202.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="610" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-CX-RcJRK2NHMHV5YmqKFDejgL4KK3Rikuyu4kndkP0ahcpyCtr8_YJG7nFPShv1t0pOehTzLz5FiOs3-XN4H4f-iUj78WRXYWMyaEfUfips_IFOhimh9KkfjAUFKT_xEpfcO_RLusx75HFla2iTb4yLcVYZYd0Xh4gsv6J6RAYBHo_n4v8l7JLzUz0/w381-h400/yellow%20box%202.jpg" width="381" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Yellow box topped with a hand felted flower and vintage wooden button</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNXXVPZCUJKiErmM67Nj3e8CaqB3mjx0xjm5141Pb1_ITKo9aC7i4esjsZYwh0mhbl9EjP-bxeY7bt0HaO2kygXaF35yHA8JzxRoDZ8KN3XL74ZNPbgeMxlV8TjpTGyHZm9h1Z1qRU-6X7U5YMnavaOY_kaA2iayhdD4z88wAzFSsQ2xj4CQVT8Me__eQ/s640/wood%20box.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="566" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNXXVPZCUJKiErmM67Nj3e8CaqB3mjx0xjm5141Pb1_ITKo9aC7i4esjsZYwh0mhbl9EjP-bxeY7bt0HaO2kygXaF35yHA8JzxRoDZ8KN3XL74ZNPbgeMxlV8TjpTGyHZm9h1Z1qRU-6X7U5YMnavaOY_kaA2iayhdD4z88wAzFSsQ2xj4CQVT8Me__eQ/w354-h400/wood%20box.jpg" width="354" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Box made with 2 tops, covered with balsa wood and crepe paper rosette flower</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE: </b>This new die has already become one of my favorites! It has so many possibilities like most of Eileen's box dies. Beside being a great base box to decorate it has functional uses in many ways. Made a few bottom bases and the tops out of plain mat board for holding tools, brushes, pens and such! </span></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>TINY BOOK</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3GcwRmO-iCNMp-PR2oQ4zRlQV0PyI716IX-Z1LbShp4lu8_ISf9ZdVOUjTlxLMmQRxj_E13QwQngQiVc-4Q_f3HtYF-nOisQ2c8pl3PCMk2ngZWrdA8H5_tpOo8mmOj9iH4-U8cwmbe3VMjG1WdOvR-djNb0JPaTJ2_bFzlajSbm-k07p4gXP4VM-9DU/s640/tiny%20book.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="568" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3GcwRmO-iCNMp-PR2oQ4zRlQV0PyI716IX-Z1LbShp4lu8_ISf9ZdVOUjTlxLMmQRxj_E13QwQngQiVc-4Q_f3HtYF-nOisQ2c8pl3PCMk2ngZWrdA8H5_tpOo8mmOj9iH4-U8cwmbe3VMjG1WdOvR-djNb0JPaTJ2_bFzlajSbm-k07p4gXP4VM-9DU/w355-h400/tiny%20book.jpg" width="355" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Tiny "bits and pieces" book</span></td></tr></tbody></table></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEvb6_7Pd6Q1Xr78ycSet3BjD0-GGD0zjHfWgQo-7AzDvJAEl76L2JeO80ozZhyFQnY4aTHFWfZGettw9A3YmUELBhgZsWlYcOOVrV7FZy15xw-7eSTOgSClLwgoEPizk-F1K5RTBr0YblIuWjHNLKg3tA-k63AU6zhhs8GtHQFcYb__K_OW2CnvoHmPM/s640/tiny%20book%202.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="566" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEvb6_7Pd6Q1Xr78ycSet3BjD0-GGD0zjHfWgQo-7AzDvJAEl76L2JeO80ozZhyFQnY4aTHFWfZGettw9A3YmUELBhgZsWlYcOOVrV7FZy15xw-7eSTOgSClLwgoEPizk-F1K5RTBr0YblIuWjHNLKg3tA-k63AU6zhhs8GtHQFcYb__K_OW2CnvoHmPM/w354-h400/tiny%20book%202.jpg" width="354" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside of book</span></td></tr></tbody></table></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgItianxHlQPVOAasqfLyRLFkRoCvJdvih0kEUyh3nnLBfGdOrQ59jgPGeeOHkJLQ_4r5roCllpwF54PdRzK_99lz0HSso4YLYn26XmRjNPuQEWU7NSo9r-_1y6PND739zMGTfNXXfOHpfBNfIXMyvZKEtM1fM0TfrrPTrFSpbPMmGTAUHvhRsrO-L-wBA/s640/tiny%20book%203.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="632" data-original-width="640" height="357" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgItianxHlQPVOAasqfLyRLFkRoCvJdvih0kEUyh3nnLBfGdOrQ59jgPGeeOHkJLQ_4r5roCllpwF54PdRzK_99lz0HSso4YLYn26XmRjNPuQEWU7NSo9r-_1y6PND739zMGTfNXXfOHpfBNfIXMyvZKEtM1fM0TfrrPTrFSpbPMmGTAUHvhRsrO-L-wBA/w362-h357/tiny%20book%203.jpg" width="362" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Front, back covers and spine with dangles</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQCAat5Mj2gVpOWsReZn99NtxSTesrHNSAVzve2ZOz9wJ2vwyJXjPR2kWO6ISZVzEkn0KvEwYWq5Jcsta7pPiJb407gWdhEoAIes3YbISTs-yPKj39H8k3A_U-i9boJz6uSc-JJ57Ql3sB2aq_k4qXRuF2_FNQm-LiQ5ZP4P4NQiDBj4KRKL7UzL2p5Uw/s640/password%20book.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="473" data-original-width="640" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQCAat5Mj2gVpOWsReZn99NtxSTesrHNSAVzve2ZOz9wJ2vwyJXjPR2kWO6ISZVzEkn0KvEwYWq5Jcsta7pPiJb407gWdhEoAIes3YbISTs-yPKj39H8k3A_U-i9boJz6uSc-JJ57Ql3sB2aq_k4qXRuF2_FNQm-LiQ5ZP4P4NQiDBj4KRKL7UzL2p5Uw/w400-h296/password%20book.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Password book - embossed foil </span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukzOubIV_gFgsi8AEKBve2x-Ixy1MhCQu7StoyUTuwPPvg66oU6PZFhlWy0BY1id7bHSQqPsvC97oIAFp5GMSqf0ieo-Jg-3BvAj_BM89CTlekQFWeOgP94gCISdhS3nukG_Gj0o-KdQG_FIeLYWSlcnd2dj5u1uydWBeOJ0_DQsrnL8iWTKqZtFTaNU/s640/password%20book%202.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="634" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukzOubIV_gFgsi8AEKBve2x-Ixy1MhCQu7StoyUTuwPPvg66oU6PZFhlWy0BY1id7bHSQqPsvC97oIAFp5GMSqf0ieo-Jg-3BvAj_BM89CTlekQFWeOgP94gCISdhS3nukG_Gj0o-KdQG_FIeLYWSlcnd2dj5u1uydWBeOJ0_DQsrnL8iWTKqZtFTaNU/w396-h400/password%20book%202.jpg" width="396" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside embossed foil password book</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> The "bits and pieces" book has a tab hinged spine inside, with scrapes making pockets and tucks to hold tiny bits using the "faux' stamps" die that embellished with tiny bits.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The Password book cover is kmade from foil that is fused with iron-on adhesive, which makes the foil sturdy, but still flexible, and able to be embossed. Plus, who doesn't like a cute tiny </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">book!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>ADDITIONAL PROJECTS</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGAT2zogmZt_VDMJhXDBd9gHO3xmR0Jg6GQ3WUZZuVaqQ2i01O9ucaRhxpYhSzb1MBR31ds6aBqcEGcQMuXGCrSjhITwXK7UdJWYurmwxthqelBFRrNsb0kYgLsR_K67-2T0DGQSzASh3LhUzw4OwCnfHPjh2IP1MjctHYY9mcueq0Q-h8JJ1Q7DTh4mk/s640/foil%20pouches.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="366" data-original-width="640" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGAT2zogmZt_VDMJhXDBd9gHO3xmR0Jg6GQ3WUZZuVaqQ2i01O9ucaRhxpYhSzb1MBR31ds6aBqcEGcQMuXGCrSjhITwXK7UdJWYurmwxthqelBFRrNsb0kYgLsR_K67-2T0DGQSzASh3LhUzw4OwCnfHPjh2IP1MjctHYY9mcueq0Q-h8JJ1Q7DTh4mk/w482-h308/foil%20pouches.jpg" width="482" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Foil embossed pouches hold a collection of felt flowers</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> The pouches or pockets are die-cut from foil that is fused together. After die-cutting they are embossed with the 3D Lace large embossing folder. There is a light coat of black Luster Wax applied to the surface. Felt flowers and leaves are die-cut from older Eileen Hull dies and create a colorful addition to the pouches, along with a little butterfly. These can be made as single little door knob hangers or to hang anywhere. Make two or more for a shelf or window banner. </span><div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKVL3hxVVl-s4uzlM7gkhA1trOLW594VKIkNCECKVZeouqVaFCc_ZJQcujymSOHCx0tOQhrWUxx9nN4Uzoh3HWAMOzrvHGV_ULssWxmuqwlN8XejZ2y1qvUnAjNKUqZBI6fXMnZtiCHx3pkGHTf7crnAD_7bqiLZpBjqPwVznQLMuyGI24ZadpTk9vxKw/s640/Welcome%20banner%20(uses%20Lace%20embossing%20folder,%20mini%20book,%20and%20other%20EH%20dies.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKVL3hxVVl-s4uzlM7gkhA1trOLW594VKIkNCECKVZeouqVaFCc_ZJQcujymSOHCx0tOQhrWUxx9nN4Uzoh3HWAMOzrvHGV_ULssWxmuqwlN8XejZ2y1qvUnAjNKUqZBI6fXMnZtiCHx3pkGHTf7crnAD_7bqiLZpBjqPwVznQLMuyGI24ZadpTk9vxKw/w450-h600/Welcome%20banner%20(uses%20Lace%20embossing%20folder,%20mini%20book,%20and%20other%20EH%20dies.jpg" width="450" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">A single "welcome" banner/flag to hang on a door, in a window or on a wall</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE: </b>THe welcome sign starts with a felt background cut using the cover of the large journal die (this must be cut using the Big Shot Plus machine). The next layer is fused foil that is painted with white paint or gesso, then embossed with the 3D Lace folder, and finished with Rose Gold Luster Wax added to the top. All elements used are ALL various dies from Eileen. The background, behind the wreath is the tiny book die coered in a simple print paper. Leaves are fabric, that was fused togerther with a iron-on fusible. Added extras are yellow felt flowers, pink hearts, white paper fences and paper houses, finished off with the word "welcome".</span></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWiAYPBQzy1WICkrEt2vsDbYzg0-laRifJHmpsJr6tvUOcaoD8cmDVu19giAmXQOCCfCt3l8PY8AbOYAY32Py8Op0HEZwmbO4GO02G1dOkdtDzCkOgSAnSlCiettzezP41_gfigscUk0EwrnAWbCc5DHti-Uskra4fROlA3TGFwwgOJWufgsymBMWopI/s640/Card%20fronts%20with%20faux%20postage%20die.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="502" height="568" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoWiAYPBQzy1WICkrEt2vsDbYzg0-laRifJHmpsJr6tvUOcaoD8cmDVu19giAmXQOCCfCt3l8PY8AbOYAY32Py8Op0HEZwmbO4GO02G1dOkdtDzCkOgSAnSlCiettzezP41_gfigscUk0EwrnAWbCc5DHti-Uskra4fROlA3TGFwwgOJWufgsymBMWopI/w446-h568/Card%20fronts%20with%20faux%20postage%20die.jpg" width="446" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card fronts using the Faux postage thinlit parts</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> This faux postage thinlit is becoming another favorite! Use as one whole cut or tear into smaller sections or individual pieces and let the creatiity flow!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Hope these projects help give some inspiration on what is possible with Eileen's dies. I like to challenge myself with new materials to use with her dies. Some of the projects here show that! Think outside the box and give something a try, it doesn't hurt ... it may lead to a better idea, something new and different, but most of all your creating ... go for it and have fun! I'm looking forward to being inspired by everyone.</span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-83606312426521594212024-01-29T11:08:00.000-06:002024-01-29T11:08:10.279-06:00Die-cut Dream Catchers<p><span style="font-family: arial;">With the latest die release from Eileen Hull Designs for Sizzix, ideas are flowing! After making several projects with the three re-released dies more inspiration started. I chose the Embroidery Hoop die to play around with for this post. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Take a simple circled shaped die-cut and see where it takes you! Dream catchers and sun catchers just happened to be something I began to think about. I made a little project for the release earlier this month and sent it off to Eileen as one of the samples. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Here it is - I consider this more of a "sun catcher".</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIdmJy2SrqEi1CAs3ONW0uECAIBtThF4aXQxYekw2tFurFYcDPriAnyIrA4OnUmqfwPaeCAxPvvek5OdX_jeSGCjZMwLsA8tdAoCtV6EgDsJcvvjVF1f128PYwB_IvxW9Y8LExttILi-SKVyJ7XeR8rlQHfO2QdfvQRrhE83RW0xo7E9uWBtf8ib4E9PU/s640/Window%20wreath%20%232.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="636" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIdmJy2SrqEi1CAs3ONW0uECAIBtThF4aXQxYekw2tFurFYcDPriAnyIrA4OnUmqfwPaeCAxPvvek5OdX_jeSGCjZMwLsA8tdAoCtV6EgDsJcvvjVF1f128PYwB_IvxW9Y8LExttILi-SKVyJ7XeR8rlQHfO2QdfvQRrhE83RW0xo7E9uWBtf8ib4E9PU/s320/Window%20wreath%20%232.jpg" width="318" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">That got me to thinking about how else to use the cuts from this die. Originally I was going to make a traditional dream catcher and use string to make the inner design, then the idea came to see how can I make one but use dies instead. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUBMdS2VB70I-4luD1w9UB_dhYfum0flZIMVjgarddoynGbAwO4gcoaNeJ5G03kcB3GWKq4hv0HaB2gBAMm4DU8muD8xuGYR-RNOkhcYFRrMopHAo2z8RelTALUYSGIBaWQINMPIDqnDOdU7iUYtbY5q-A1w1Sg_04FJY90kL37P-RDYfJhrZYDtl8h4U/s640/white%20close.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="574" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUBMdS2VB70I-4luD1w9UB_dhYfum0flZIMVjgarddoynGbAwO4gcoaNeJ5G03kcB3GWKq4hv0HaB2gBAMm4DU8muD8xuGYR-RNOkhcYFRrMopHAo2z8RelTALUYSGIBaWQINMPIDqnDOdU7iUYtbY5q-A1w1Sg_04FJY90kL37P-RDYfJhrZYDtl8h4U/w494-h550/white%20close.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJjLAfl42a9oI1MUctma6xvWRhfjn6M2WG83atRvil-QX3V1IrBsKVwAZJVlU2kBGWaIVlovq0Ew5cJIGlZOEDRxBB8DEcywfXMjSTO5YoeeZasd362ErEH87LTgB63jYU0OYBedKO364DrTaaBp3xDqBttgS1-ZevnH9RK91G8ev3GOgNlOfL-tBkNXw/s640/Blue%20Close.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="536" height="591" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJjLAfl42a9oI1MUctma6xvWRhfjn6M2WG83atRvil-QX3V1IrBsKVwAZJVlU2kBGWaIVlovq0Ew5cJIGlZOEDRxBB8DEcywfXMjSTO5YoeeZasd362ErEH87LTgB63jYU0OYBedKO364DrTaaBp3xDqBttgS1-ZevnH9RK91G8ev3GOgNlOfL-tBkNXw/w495-h591/Blue%20Close.jpg" width="495" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_8X4bk6Qq-C2Ot6RnoniBFLbwR7UeyvnNyZU84HuT0NyVkY3xOL9ZwTmAjWZGsDEzi-MqyReyw3gcPdgsy_d6pjTwHb2hVm9TzSLM4yOLuSJ5Lzo3AoHzh7ZUKkCTNSa0hRgiIttGwiX0vT6C8PRDUjqirGKH95nZpZjYjSq7Sy9P9k18T0TUi1Bx0Hs/s640/white%20DC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="342" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_8X4bk6Qq-C2Ot6RnoniBFLbwR7UeyvnNyZU84HuT0NyVkY3xOL9ZwTmAjWZGsDEzi-MqyReyw3gcPdgsy_d6pjTwHb2hVm9TzSLM4yOLuSJ5Lzo3AoHzh7ZUKkCTNSa0hRgiIttGwiX0vT6C8PRDUjqirGKH95nZpZjYjSq7Sy9P9k18T0TUi1Bx0Hs/w199-h372/white%20DC.jpg" width="199" /></a></div><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizZCt9KPEp1yuWfYQC56KlcfpvkJSugmjnKAMwDi0KBUa1zFZzD6M_FOikSDPwypm-wo1SmqBGpxvGoADjTnbBd_9UjY6SG0qKRxoFZZBro8KrzVF8xaVBiOzb0MON2ZWFdAUvhixoFscS5DyLdGJoqAxTIiD8K37jYp0ICeHrPl5cb_RO6i9XNM3tTrs/s640/blue%20DC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizZCt9KPEp1yuWfYQC56KlcfpvkJSugmjnKAMwDi0KBUa1zFZzD6M_FOikSDPwypm-wo1SmqBGpxvGoADjTnbBd_9UjY6SG0qKRxoFZZBro8KrzVF8xaVBiOzb0MON2ZWFdAUvhixoFscS5DyLdGJoqAxTIiD8K37jYp0ICeHrPl5cb_RO6i9XNM3tTrs/w198-h400/blue%20DC.jpg" width="198" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: verdana;">HERE'S HOW THIS PROJECT IS CREATED - </span></b></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Creating the hoop</b> - </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I cut 4 to 5 hoops from stiff board. I chose to use packaging from cereal boxes to cut the shapes. It's inexpensive and most have boxes like this that can be recycled for such projects. The hoop cuts are all glued together to form a thicker ring. The glued circle hoop shape could e painted but I chose to wrap it. For one I used a white thin, flat cording and the other a narrow (1/2") fabric. After tightly wrapping each with the two different materials I had to decide what and how I would add for design to the center. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">This is what I used for wrapping the hoops - </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjearcgd7m6Rh9GI-dsWENIxisTMY7ng2OpAN8N0VnyNPISHY9O92gLc2JaQ2D8e1YbasbuzbkzDld6YhF1y24kigTrXU2gtbEHivqPAnn1lRXVGvBH4oFNfltAldiTxSHnQ50nOBCcOW3FXH-QB4A_PSpic8p6QWzrZzSYlatywTQtepARAbfeGZ_VIvM/s640/wrapping.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="640" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjearcgd7m6Rh9GI-dsWENIxisTMY7ng2OpAN8N0VnyNPISHY9O92gLc2JaQ2D8e1YbasbuzbkzDld6YhF1y24kigTrXU2gtbEHivqPAnn1lRXVGvBH4oFNfltAldiTxSHnQ50nOBCcOW3FXH-QB4A_PSpic8p6QWzrZzSYlatywTQtepARAbfeGZ_VIvM/s320/wrapping.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Creating the center motif </b>-</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">To make the center designs I went to some materials that again could be recycled. The list is patterned tissue paper, paper towels saved from cleaning up other art projects and cereal bag packaging. The two different saved papers are fused between two layers of the cereal bag packaging. The process of fusing with cereal bags can be found by searching online.<b> NOTE: </b><i>Maybe in the future I can make a short video of the process.</i> From this fused material, I then die-cut patterned shapes using two Sizzix dies. One is the thinlit, Heart Mandala (665587), the other is an old steel-rule die called "Vintage Doily" (657420). They are adhered to the back of the hoops with glue. For added embellishing, I die-cut pieces from felt using a simple leaf shape and cutting along the sides to give it the look of feathers. These are then attached to hang from the bottom of the dream catcher.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> <i>There are numerous ideas online for ideas for making these in a variety of different ways, and instructions to string them the traditional way. </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Dream Catcher</b> - (Found this explanation online.) <i><span style="color: #0b5394;">"Native Americans believe that the night air is filled with dreams, both good and bad. </span></i></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: arial;"><i>The dream catcher, when hung over or near your bed, swinging freely in the air, catches the dreams as they flow by. The good dreams know how to pass through the dream catcher, slipping through the holes and slide down the feathers so gently that the sleeper does not know they are dreaming. The bad dreams, not knowing the way, get tangled in the dream catcher and perish with the light of a new day."</i></span></span></p><p><br /></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-69693142376536737342024-01-01T23:56:00.004-06:002024-01-01T23:56:37.018-06:00New Year, New Release of New Dies (Sort of) with Loads of Inspiration<p> <span style="font-family: arial;"> Eileen Hull Designs has a new release of dies to share. Actually it is a te-release of some vintage dies. Here are images of the dies. I was a fan of these dies the first time around. One in particular as has been a very favorite of mine, more about that to come. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5ZhEJ8wHtYPJ2MciTZZfqrA3NNOyuXcEXGExxo92gGSQxKE7IqJ0sY1Qt3MXb4sMB7o1S8HZylSQe1ngwJ4Afnpx-42u6Ku7v3AcOgwmdpJD9BaPE-kk_K_ljwGpndhdbgpMBjwOyk8WSTnfYVWnKPF3f-WTQW4oySOD4ksJcOLmjyTp17CJ9HmDOd1o/s1450/IMG_0348.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1450" data-original-width="1381" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5ZhEJ8wHtYPJ2MciTZZfqrA3NNOyuXcEXGExxo92gGSQxKE7IqJ0sY1Qt3MXb4sMB7o1S8HZylSQe1ngwJ4Afnpx-42u6Ku7v3AcOgwmdpJD9BaPE-kk_K_ljwGpndhdbgpMBjwOyk8WSTnfYVWnKPF3f-WTQW4oySOD4ksJcOLmjyTp17CJ9HmDOd1o/w381-h400/IMG_0348.jpeg" width="381" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The cantilever sewing box brings back memories for me too because my mother also had a larger wooden version! The embroidery hoop die replicates actual hoops and can be used for many projects. The needle case die happens to be one of my favorites and have used this die so many times for various projects. Those that have seen my projects may notice that this one is the base for many of my banners. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For this latest release I made this version of the cantilever sewing box. Added some decorations to the top, using the flowers and leaves cut from felt and wool. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPM67O8SbOwcGmHERFzIKj1RbncZPgo89nGS8qLpYhpPey3VZxkKS_-EJmjum9G4J0N_6hSxcJlKuoxMTWWc0nYoIsnIXsCSsHIxBBjCitiR1VhpdzH_hyphenhyphenBaA74AR2mpN_t0WaGhxyYpHydybkANT4XNBURa0Hr4fzi0iLznHZdNgji1e8_uxLaPX335s/s3901/IMG_0500.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3901" data-original-width="3022" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPM67O8SbOwcGmHERFzIKj1RbncZPgo89nGS8qLpYhpPey3VZxkKS_-EJmjum9G4J0N_6hSxcJlKuoxMTWWc0nYoIsnIXsCSsHIxBBjCitiR1VhpdzH_hyphenhyphenBaA74AR2mpN_t0WaGhxyYpHydybkANT4XNBURa0Hr4fzi0iLznHZdNgji1e8_uxLaPX335s/w496-h640/IMG_0500.jpeg" width="496" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjllXDHG0oRkzoeNhpGLDK8hoNYIKjwwc-JlYbIXOhOlNTF54y1AARPxFurSy0mJ1_TdVx-t6T0SWZxLhgE3zvLfuUlc9SjKO72gXvWFLndwFPcPnbuVRd7oyNu_QQLKtWpeYMWHMKkdt2eyP4AfpH582pgyQoJi4xvUwvoVk0Y9_qcnPXFwWMA90jkEfo/s2101/IMG_0502.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1859" data-original-width="2101" height="354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjllXDHG0oRkzoeNhpGLDK8hoNYIKjwwc-JlYbIXOhOlNTF54y1AARPxFurSy0mJ1_TdVx-t6T0SWZxLhgE3zvLfuUlc9SjKO72gXvWFLndwFPcPnbuVRd7oyNu_QQLKtWpeYMWHMKkdt2eyP4AfpH582pgyQoJi4xvUwvoVk0Y9_qcnPXFwWMA90jkEfo/w400-h354/IMG_0502.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">This made me decide to use the same extra thinlit dies for the embroidery hoop and the needle case for a trio of coordinating projects. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrz0flBFIrr3itRZFRjBkeFo4GqW3ui6xgSWCBIcmgOqHdruszwC_vv_w7J7XBoRPSbUS2azZRyNVTONLqRA1OgMKWpVLU6OhL2advP5hyphenhyphenHb_0TNGdjLJhsEm4UtEzis0sM68guDXZDsHz27or_WrdpCrzfPSH3SEWuSViUeZiOI_i8htaAMkyfo3_mFY/s1471/IMG_0519.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="1471" height="371" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrz0flBFIrr3itRZFRjBkeFo4GqW3ui6xgSWCBIcmgOqHdruszwC_vv_w7J7XBoRPSbUS2azZRyNVTONLqRA1OgMKWpVLU6OhL2advP5hyphenhyphenHb_0TNGdjLJhsEm4UtEzis0sM68guDXZDsHz27or_WrdpCrzfPSH3SEWuSViUeZiOI_i8htaAMkyfo3_mFY/w400-h371/IMG_0519.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnrDpqKnuzO6w3SyDEPWYQo4vgWLUi33f5cYFCIXCxD8g02Oa2O3gKP_TRmnNkSZEd7o8MQ3Y8L1xMsoUZQjfxZJkkGXRtvDCy5E59Aq-ktr-cqPwXp0e8AO_a1ewEqswEQq3rqXTa-llo4XD4wU21dqkwO_opigWySoRAh3zv8dfZxCBTWTuB7uoTppM/s1061/IMG_0518.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="844" data-original-width="1061" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnrDpqKnuzO6w3SyDEPWYQo4vgWLUi33f5cYFCIXCxD8g02Oa2O3gKP_TRmnNkSZEd7o8MQ3Y8L1xMsoUZQjfxZJkkGXRtvDCy5E59Aq-ktr-cqPwXp0e8AO_a1ewEqswEQq3rqXTa-llo4XD4wU21dqkwO_opigWySoRAh3zv8dfZxCBTWTuB7uoTppM/w400-h319/IMG_0518.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">There are three more ideas to share with everyone. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">The small tab bound book using the needle case die for the covers and pages.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRkl23oUsCkaB4ZdONLKmWFUs16N5qCMl-66ZV4TgYmlbSJjUgU3lluQXsJx81-4WS9ouhaeQ8tzMUcWNfObcHZJF2mgDr9Ac1qKtDFbGTF_ZSYMCnH07_61RzOdE6lIOj7CB0qhceqbdTx_Dx5C6xkaDDk63sZ9PHhTSof71aI3XRSm8jmqoPFe_oetc/s2865/IMG_0524.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2289" data-original-width="2865" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRkl23oUsCkaB4ZdONLKmWFUs16N5qCMl-66ZV4TgYmlbSJjUgU3lluQXsJx81-4WS9ouhaeQ8tzMUcWNfObcHZJF2mgDr9Ac1qKtDFbGTF_ZSYMCnH07_61RzOdE6lIOj7CB0qhceqbdTx_Dx5C6xkaDDk63sZ9PHhTSof71aI3XRSm8jmqoPFe_oetc/w400-h320/IMG_0524.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">The “love” wreath uses the inner circle from the embroidery hoop (three to four layered together), with leaves of cut from felt and paper, then applied around the circle. Add some small felt flowers and a clear plastic circle with the word LOVE and a ribbon to complete the hanger. </span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhliLeLeQSIOJO5IqW0PhxUbfBNIl50j43bd4Aq-jgMPi9XeiC9NAHzFg2AdIDqg75BPDMawZI_q-pnMBx-5uGni8zdwSjdGZPTnl2wdFzjzuDHh98eGvahalo3wkFK6nNcMIMTllSKwzaKYeylWfeGrNRoMx95IH45Iz57tj82YlrvPCuLYxEuPiRCqlQ/s2980/IMG_0522.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2980" data-original-width="2947" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhliLeLeQSIOJO5IqW0PhxUbfBNIl50j43bd4Aq-jgMPi9XeiC9NAHzFg2AdIDqg75BPDMawZI_q-pnMBx-5uGni8zdwSjdGZPTnl2wdFzjzuDHh98eGvahalo3wkFK6nNcMIMTllSKwzaKYeylWfeGrNRoMx95IH45Iz57tj82YlrvPCuLYxEuPiRCqlQ/w395-h400/IMG_0522.jpeg" width="395" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The last of course is another idea for a banner. The needle case die is cut from layered foil that was cut and embossed with the Mandela 3D folder. These are fashioned into pockets to hold paper heart flowers in three sizes with added felt leaves and a couple of other die cut greens. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvt5YB6bTknXR9JfoF1ckVtzY9K9BiR1CVfmDelOT02AELk3vjFON3wrLhOHSFVpkzxfb-xCiSEww24hMvvtch6hKTd3n7AATY5YSLsXbCVOO4kADY4qRoQxbgHL31h0uDFRNKenhSuF1u5HjDkuiPvMMz7RlH6DPcpSqjdS7nhw3fMTKG-ZrQcM8mdyA/s4030/IMG_0525.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2768" data-original-width="4030" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvt5YB6bTknXR9JfoF1ckVtzY9K9BiR1CVfmDelOT02AELk3vjFON3wrLhOHSFVpkzxfb-xCiSEww24hMvvtch6hKTd3n7AATY5YSLsXbCVOO4kADY4qRoQxbgHL31h0uDFRNKenhSuF1u5HjDkuiPvMMz7RlH6DPcpSqjdS7nhw3fMTKG-ZrQcM8mdyA/w400-h275/IMG_0525.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-82123162453083679322023-10-21T16:26:00.002-05:002023-10-30T11:40:24.574-05:00Halloween Treats Without The Calories<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Had some fun with creating a few new handmade (non-caloric type) treats for Halloween again this year. With the projects completed I figured it was time to do some sharing, so I went back and found some previous makes and decided to make a post of all Halloween related ideas!</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">NOTE: <i>For each of these projects Sizzix dies were used to create them. The majority of projects here use dies designed by Eileen Hull for Sizzix, but several other dies and products used are also from other designers, all for Sizzix. </i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Here goes - </span></b></p><p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbPhsVq2HW0YqwpZLhQHHAYfBc3TLcZQa9DYZtnazFj7Oftyn1LnVYlA8vJ567IqspKipU7u7iw7gqIEeEzptCcRttIXkFUeg2HfpCz6HkADBJdTxCZ3V_WNdhfEFljCkAK2l8BiUxzaOXOBlCDjSNzjmRqNqTHoko23Ld9BEPA3wGaT8Jsai43okgVSI/s640/Mantle%20decor.jpg"><img border="0" data-original-height="623" data-original-width="640" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbPhsVq2HW0YqwpZLhQHHAYfBc3TLcZQa9DYZtnazFj7Oftyn1LnVYlA8vJ567IqspKipU7u7iw7gqIEeEzptCcRttIXkFUeg2HfpCz6HkADBJdTxCZ3V_WNdhfEFljCkAK2l8BiUxzaOXOBlCDjSNzjmRqNqTHoko23Ld9BEPA3wGaT8Jsai43okgVSI/w400-h390/Mantle%20decor.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9qyqQXTJ_QwuDBngTDMlIOjGpNoInIaaLhYlu4TRSrq-JIMJLnEH0MFrrB4YhwRAe07YYfzrOvKwG9_swrSs-gL4ItfcAYR_4xuPF4OnqI2yYH0N9LG-S4s6xd2NDhL73PTNii49GHtOyFc09dSGCNGNcPFBbeexif-wuRCzYH4MbH1MQXylxMILFxXI/s1280/363376463_10160684430582230_1254834343142935533_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9qyqQXTJ_QwuDBngTDMlIOjGpNoInIaaLhYlu4TRSrq-JIMJLnEH0MFrrB4YhwRAe07YYfzrOvKwG9_swrSs-gL4ItfcAYR_4xuPF4OnqI2yYH0N9LG-S4s6xd2NDhL73PTNii49GHtOyFc09dSGCNGNcPFBbeexif-wuRCzYH4MbH1MQXylxMILFxXI/w583-h328/363376463_10160684430582230_1254834343142935533_n.jpg" width="583" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span color="var(--primary-text)" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 0.9375rem;">Introducing a new die collection designed just for</span><span color="var(--primary-text)" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 0.9375rem;"> </span><span color="var(--primary-text)" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 0.9375rem;"><a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fscrapbook.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR02ntU-qxq9u29RGo1Naw-tpp7qNJjLOojfrlQcxYnCVR0eIVauaT2iDYw&h=AT2S8rsa9Baqq1r4BZW4v8BoP5RlwmQlGKDqQj3ncVOinKxKandFC5LdHW_GKdVwz9GADLUDNrg2JC7MchJ1vsn9sFyHNCWo5O-FBOaKofE1ASgFM9tLAdAoEf0YIR2107Sm4ypKrTnVsdKTJXXNTRI&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT2r2cOZbz33fQ6HdCOqf4LqskE0_fh9U-B-OZxg6MV74KmGIoB_aIru1UnrJ_avsLPnxhULvRwqBmknv334N5uMHdB7G5PF7GrUEev76bgSM-gn-Ed3MpMcs72h0MPiHIPLtRCURZ_vy2vJ7Fi83CXcb_-M-pFB-9aKqtY" rel="nofollow noreferrer" role="link" style="border-color: currentcolor; border-style: none; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: var(--blue-link); cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: currentcolor; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">scrapbook.com</a></span><span color="var(--primary-text)" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 0.9375rem;">! You will find lots of ways to use these dies whether you like making cards, journals or home decor. Each die coordinates with the set but also stands alone, giving you good value!</span></span></p><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The <b>Card Caddy</b> is a ScoreBoards die, specially designed to cut and score thick material like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric, creating a sturdy base for other coordinating dies in the collection. The Caddy assembles in minutes. Use the die to create a card box, container for food gifts, holiday packaging or stationery, art journal, planners and cards- all this from one die!</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Each of the three coordinating Thinlits sets fit perfectly on the box- cover with paper or fabric and create a special box of cards for yourself, friends or family!</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Everyday Tags & Labels</b> includes 13 dies: labels, tags, snowflake, flowers, and stars- everything you need throughout the year to add to gifts, cards, tags and journals!</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The <b>Floral Silhouettes</b> die has 12 elements: floral borders and swag, individual layering flowers and centers and delicate foliage. Make the flowers in layers, or cut from watercolor paper and paint each flower by hand! Flowers work on everything and these are the cutest shapes!</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thel </span></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Starlit Village & Card Panel</b> d</span><span color="var(--primary-text)" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 0.9375rem;">ie set comes with ten dies: two rows of small houses, individual houses, moon, star cluster and Warm Wishes sentiment. These dies make a gorgeous Christmas village- or paint a pastel row to make beach cottages- it’s all up to you!</span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;">These dies are only available at <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="http://scrapbook.com/?fbclid=IwAR3yikfbwkhtr1aPvMZRvlvL0TT-9GKp6CkVHHYtLN2hxspPmFGQfToG1QM" rel="nofollow noreferrer" role="link" style="border-color: currentcolor; border-style: none; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: var(--blue-link); cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: currentcolor; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">scrapbook.com</a> so buy while they still have some!<br />Schedule for featured dies: <br />Week 1 Card Caddy <br />Week 2 Starlit Village & Card Panel <br />Week 3 Floral Silhouettes<br />Week 4 Everyday Tags & Labels</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpOMdoQaxOrAZYsWxpcO2vZJ0MzeKgveIneejBXG6kAQ1N8NDySdnoboehyzQNeoL9HyEiq4uLSVcOvKmH9KGK1hxN8YVeyMtH-swU-vZ_PdsRnqUrAg9_C9GFFnZV0wXupPDP05XkBkPu4wwMDX5mDXXdedBaoeplBbL-m-WM-KUwubw1c1D5K1UhCGg/s2048/363398131_10227018084812658_5003171688931562700_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1237" data-original-width="2048" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpOMdoQaxOrAZYsWxpcO2vZJ0MzeKgveIneejBXG6kAQ1N8NDySdnoboehyzQNeoL9HyEiq4uLSVcOvKmH9KGK1hxN8YVeyMtH-swU-vZ_PdsRnqUrAg9_C9GFFnZV0wXupPDP05XkBkPu4wwMDX5mDXXdedBaoeplBbL-m-WM-KUwubw1c1D5K1UhCGg/w400-h241/363398131_10227018084812658_5003171688931562700_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">Following the Christmas in July theme for the release of this collection, I created a holder as an organizer for a variety of items. </span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ1D4uTskZYgKuVnbPBpBXv9KqlitSoH5cGkJpwythUhOvm6cYep_UJrFz0jFecWJdD8GvqDmRuzX29IAZSkhsq2Go0Ifwmp_a781LqtnQj1Jizx9ezzD1_XaGrJJiHGazP0CyYyx9xO42X7jCUs-e0bVPC6kJdGFaa-vOE2Dq7Pn1ThtTsNvJDD50YMM/s1280/Unknown.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1230" data-original-width="1280" height="385" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ1D4uTskZYgKuVnbPBpBXv9KqlitSoH5cGkJpwythUhOvm6cYep_UJrFz0jFecWJdD8GvqDmRuzX29IAZSkhsq2Go0Ifwmp_a781LqtnQj1Jizx9ezzD1_XaGrJJiHGazP0CyYyx9xO42X7jCUs-e0bVPC6kJdGFaa-vOE2Dq7Pn1ThtTsNvJDD50YMM/w400-h385/Unknown.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 0.9375rem;">A fabric covered caddy box was first made. Next came an insert to separate the items it would hold, using the <i>card caddy panel shaped thinlit </i>and the <i>bookbinding die</i> to fit the inside of the card caddy box.</span></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 0.9375rem; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 0.9375rem; text-align: left;">With the finished container and dividers complete the fun began. Some mini slimline cards were created using some of the new die sets. Using the<i> Everyday Tags & Label set,</i> tags for packages were made. Some holiday recipes can be kept on file with little house tabs attached to help remove them when baking begins. Shown are a simple white cards and a version made with decorative papers. (Use a decorative paper with a white side to either write of attach a print recipe copy.)</span></div></span></div><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; word-break: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: 0.9375rem; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdGROkyTzmz1zXcgXk7akBGfafQ6Ac5K6QbQexuyCCgEmXx1Tja-5U15gSYGx1YdfYcQTZPb6MJ7UGCo20OJlbmFE9NX3QlK8NvqlmET0JRlHsvJv2N1S-alc_7oPIewdy4_QMRIXIIOMMaHR0PHxP7WLGDQc3PpOpp-Mmh8wuAGEaHMXXycTbiI1g3s/s1508/IMG_0028.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Hang them on the Christmas tree, in a window, on a mirror, on a door, from a shelf, use as a package decoration ... what all ways can YOU find?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD1P87VHFCXHrK-lufT4mDhRZMvm4kkqOmQi5vHUH_K0Gz1emQ5ahSVRatJg2zfzsS2chf_1NTKPBH7R4Dgp-j0BNp5dzPRExtwJr2kCsN42DZon0hPxn0qfCyFJZ5190zUvfbIOJRU0CXclnU7g5bu3giuuaj2sGt8w6j-V5DySU2cJbqPA7kjv81jP8/s640/IMG_0106.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="583" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD1P87VHFCXHrK-lufT4mDhRZMvm4kkqOmQi5vHUH_K0Gz1emQ5ahSVRatJg2zfzsS2chf_1NTKPBH7R4Dgp-j0BNp5dzPRExtwJr2kCsN42DZon0hPxn0qfCyFJZ5190zUvfbIOJRU0CXclnU7g5bu3giuuaj2sGt8w6j-V5DySU2cJbqPA7kjv81jP8/w365-h400/IMG_0106.jpg" width="365" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih7RXXWwn_Wcigb3DvguFBRxFvOwzHs1ew9LAfPYkeM5bG-55zp79YskMZLRN5sCrs3uZ3lHlCNzoU-tyBj38OyrA4yCMlFIphdyDllwdEkLi3GtiVP2Yb9RI2bQ5n9rt1w5cfnyzFBwIu4qz8H-opiGJY5UDrnSodCYNS_oYSWIpKNjDavtYgIs5e_30/s640/IMG_0115.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="629" data-original-width="640" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih7RXXWwn_Wcigb3DvguFBRxFvOwzHs1ew9LAfPYkeM5bG-55zp79YskMZLRN5sCrs3uZ3lHlCNzoU-tyBj38OyrA4yCMlFIphdyDllwdEkLi3GtiVP2Yb9RI2bQ5n9rt1w5cfnyzFBwIu4qz8H-opiGJY5UDrnSodCYNS_oYSWIpKNjDavtYgIs5e_30/w400-h394/IMG_0115.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoS2p7bs162vyxzvezL_X-uW60rbO0Ej__BSuXSmdSf_4dQgPa7vTpjTD_CbtvNz2qWG_E4VLNBXX3iKPcG-BavakPtI2vkw-c7GWYZAwtKW9xEHeJ8ksCthfyyJu0GcM604SmyumEoMuok0PgRt_5Wvt6LOX5FI8fId8sMajcerDViKlnt8_qx8iwWDY/s640/IMG_0112.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="589" data-original-width="640" height="369" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoS2p7bs162vyxzvezL_X-uW60rbO0Ej__BSuXSmdSf_4dQgPa7vTpjTD_CbtvNz2qWG_E4VLNBXX3iKPcG-BavakPtI2vkw-c7GWYZAwtKW9xEHeJ8ksCthfyyJu0GcM604SmyumEoMuok0PgRt_5Wvt6LOX5FI8fId8sMajcerDViKlnt8_qx8iwWDY/w400-h369/IMG_0112.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><div class="x1e56ztr" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Come create with these new dies "ONLY AT SCRAPBOOK.COM!</b></span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-24984115998646681982023-04-25T16:35:00.003-05:002023-04-26T10:45:45.724-05:00New Ideas To Share With Chapter 2 Dies<p><span style="font-family: arial;">With the release of the new chapter 2 dies by Eileen Hull Designs from Sizzix just a couple of weeks ago, I have continued to have fun with finding more ways to use them. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FXrZ3pz50latR712sal3ymlRHtMu6O3QEj1N1mzhvIqAOKlcal4gTqYv-rh6_1a11ed6y_J57SJ-JYztFyYzev1Q4Q4OIOv-72nBaDou0M6wfMNWToYLLfeP8WCkO6ryT0BSbH9ApJNq2S2Xu1cgjhpXlsUKcAGFXKzqz7ZsdWVDGZc6hFDWIjAS/s640/Unknown.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="376" data-original-width="640" height="350" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9FXrZ3pz50latR712sal3ymlRHtMu6O3QEj1N1mzhvIqAOKlcal4gTqYv-rh6_1a11ed6y_J57SJ-JYztFyYzev1Q4Q4OIOv-72nBaDou0M6wfMNWToYLLfeP8WCkO6ryT0BSbH9ApJNq2S2Xu1cgjhpXlsUKcAGFXKzqz7ZsdWVDGZc6hFDWIjAS/w568-h350/Unknown.jpeg" width="568" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>On the day of the release I shared with the "live" audience two projects that I created for the purpose of sharing that day. All other projects were sent off to Eileen before the release to share at the Name/Creativation show in Columbus, Ohio that she was attending. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I'll share the two projects here but will be including the instructions for making the little banner, Three Pocket Posey Holder. The pockets are so easy to make! It's what you put inside that may take up your time if you decide to all "handmade"! You can also go the easy way and use purchased flowers and greens.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">When I work on new projects my first thought usually is what material will I use! When it comes to making any banners I like to use varied materials. Many times I will include both paper and fabric. For the project here I'll show both a paper version and a fabric/paper version.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Materials</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Fabric/Paper (for pockets)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Sculpting Foam, Paper, Felt (for flowers and greenery)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/666276/thinlits-die-set-6pk-journaling-card-envelope-windows-by-eileen-hull">Envelope, Journaling Card & Window Die</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Various Sizes dies for flowers and greenery</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">TIny stapler</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Cording or ribbon for stringing banners</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Fusible (such as Pellon Steam a Seam or Thermo Web Heat n Bond)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Iron</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Pressing board</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Purchased greenery (optional)</span></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">***The process for using either paper or fabric for the envelope pockets, to create a banner are the same in the construction, as are the making of the flowers and greenery. When using fabric I will use either Heat n Bond<i> Lite</i> by Thermoweb or Steam a Seam by Pellon. Both are a fusible and sewable.<b> NOTE:</b> <b><u>ALWAYS</u></b> check if a fusible can be machine sewn, otherwise you can gum up the sewing machine if sewing is included!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>The fusing process:</b></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZsT7zrDViHA5C_JefkRIt9tbfvReIJqiXoHij0_mgNVASKzK060GvsfRx48D2qrmJ8THaxxcl8JFZs5pgN-0W_jpllK___OFzHpKyJVEuhkM-RHmtWQMtcjsR3nA0qqYe0KMGovlnITx6S1BDemGqmgY0AnxdzR_wYK2rSYOapt9DXUlCWu1sDqI-/s640/IMG_2766.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZsT7zrDViHA5C_JefkRIt9tbfvReIJqiXoHij0_mgNVASKzK060GvsfRx48D2qrmJ8THaxxcl8JFZs5pgN-0W_jpllK___OFzHpKyJVEuhkM-RHmtWQMtcjsR3nA0qqYe0KMGovlnITx6S1BDemGqmgY0AnxdzR_wYK2rSYOapt9DXUlCWu1sDqI-/s320/IMG_2766.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut fabric, paper and fusible the same size. (Approimately 6" 9")</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut enough of the 3 layers for each envelope pocket that you want for the banner.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Set iron at the temperature suggested in the instructions for the fusible used</span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHqYnE5e7xmGAA8fouJLs_8Uv2Cetzz8YKRa0MGq9wDFDYEZOoszntGL-AC3BkeAf2MBaKL17s_bY3U6dI_3ejqKf8fWLPsE6aYHGR6J9dA7lH2ioLOq_ZlOa61h1f1uKFKbaMfUjDUZTI22kVdFMwwCxf8gcob1wQEYJ2_E12fMTKruC_Og2fNJP_/s640/IMG_2767.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="539" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHqYnE5e7xmGAA8fouJLs_8Uv2Cetzz8YKRa0MGq9wDFDYEZOoszntGL-AC3BkeAf2MBaKL17s_bY3U6dI_3ejqKf8fWLPsE6aYHGR6J9dA7lH2ioLOq_ZlOa61h1f1uKFKbaMfUjDUZTI22kVdFMwwCxf8gcob1wQEYJ2_E12fMTKruC_Og2fNJP_/s320/IMG_2767.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><span><ul style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><li>Remove the backing paper from one side of the Steam a Seam fusible OR lay the fusible side of the Heat n Bond down on the wrong side of the fabric. Press the fusible onto the fabric piece. (following product recommendations). </li><li>Allow to cool before proceeding.</li><li>Remove the backing paper, align the fabric fused piece to the paper (or another piece of fabric, if desired). </li><li>Press the layers together to fuse.</li><li>Die cut the envelope from each fused, layered piece.</li></span></ul></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggqdlOiKg644fank1Y-S6LSZfOR1A4-8ZNJLRZSl4nH6wOIPG831riJ3Qr6Mx3MJMy0ckfqdoRVgkpHTil7AVn-mCXo1lhurkJ5Otu_pt9giujoz01xQkBv6sXdXsRJkZsiRmfC8RHMtYRjLMJvyJ2X8vGHf43MmRN--iHGoTsEIECA6nnciE1DpX2/s640/IMG_2770.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="433" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggqdlOiKg644fank1Y-S6LSZfOR1A4-8ZNJLRZSl4nH6wOIPG831riJ3Qr6Mx3MJMy0ckfqdoRVgkpHTil7AVn-mCXo1lhurkJ5Otu_pt9giujoz01xQkBv6sXdXsRJkZsiRmfC8RHMtYRjLMJvyJ2X8vGHf43MmRN--iHGoTsEIECA6nnciE1DpX2/s320/IMG_2770.jpg" width="217" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Three Fused Layers (fabric. fusible, paper)</td></tr></tbody></table><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Create the envelopes by folding the top flap down to the inside. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Run a bead of glue along the "V' shape of the flap. Press in place. <i><b>NOTE: </b>Don't add glue to the whole flap. Leave an opening to thread cord or ribbon through the envelope tops for stringing the together. </i></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue the small flaps on each side of the bottom in.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">WIth a small stapler, staple at each tp, side of the lower flap. <b>NOTE: </b><i>Refer to photo. A small paper brad could also be used or a small amount of glue. </i></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsyIRXN8YSOdv2VVNSlD1zm0pvHPbsHlrdjx1uiAWTFReq8orGHtk8l6rG1Oa49vvTPEVSlOk_CMpB0RSR7dLOGuMh1EMOET9lL8FwExRu_8gSeh_T0u13vWfBCCiB5LOZ77IY4pRw4CqSCga7HjgqIlS4W8bG1uz2TpYtft38naFHfg2BXV8-X76p/s640/IMG_2781.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsyIRXN8YSOdv2VVNSlD1zm0pvHPbsHlrdjx1uiAWTFReq8orGHtk8l6rG1Oa49vvTPEVSlOk_CMpB0RSR7dLOGuMh1EMOET9lL8FwExRu_8gSeh_T0u13vWfBCCiB5LOZ77IY4pRw4CqSCga7HjgqIlS4W8bG1uz2TpYtft38naFHfg2BXV8-X76p/s320/IMG_2781.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></span></div><div><b><span style="font-family: arial;">Finishing:</span></b></div></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut flower and greenery with deisred dies, from papers or other materials.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Arrange the die cut pieces into the banner envelope pockets and glue them into place. <b>NOTE:</b><i> I crinkled up a small piece of tissue paper and placed it into the lower pocket for added dimension before placing the greenery and flowers</i></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add something of your choice to string the pockets together. </span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Two Versions of the Banner</b></span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoPCtwhBN_0DSapm3auLTGdyHwn7VpT4hef0e1blQD77Gs9RvjhbV7JXbvt-as29d0Ot8E1AG7N0M8toxi3qYIvPZpl90d0L79wxPWwrYu2g4PR3fGDcx13dS5gRMqxhfyQ303HBQCgvrRXdXvjH-lybCObq5l92WFIRJL2Oq3VZ3LZ7o2Hy2UUga6/s640/IMG_2785.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="640" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoPCtwhBN_0DSapm3auLTGdyHwn7VpT4hef0e1blQD77Gs9RvjhbV7JXbvt-as29d0Ot8E1AG7N0M8toxi3qYIvPZpl90d0L79wxPWwrYu2g4PR3fGDcx13dS5gRMqxhfyQ303HBQCgvrRXdXvjH-lybCObq5l92WFIRJL2Oq3VZ3LZ7o2Hy2UUga6/w558-h279/IMG_2785.jpg" width="558" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Pocket Envelope Banner Made with Fabric<br /><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTtKbwdRHYtMwUiXyEgk-PpN4HfRy5MoHFWE1QGCPxuiZIuOlwhUwrp9dQ0Zcwr3U9BOIksiU_98RSk0KhTV5DTTyEnK3FVTbcHs2sCpI9b9iDxrCQJR2AwdBjG3WLOdXmGKdN_hO1DWQqcuNdOBlpslOqwVkvvTJUVnHVashNkV7UVq155iqJTWdL/s640/IMG_2783.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="306" data-original-width="640" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTtKbwdRHYtMwUiXyEgk-PpN4HfRy5MoHFWE1QGCPxuiZIuOlwhUwrp9dQ0Zcwr3U9BOIksiU_98RSk0KhTV5DTTyEnK3FVTbcHs2sCpI9b9iDxrCQJR2AwdBjG3WLOdXmGKdN_hO1DWQqcuNdOBlpslOqwVkvvTJUVnHVashNkV7UVq155iqJTWdL/w563-h269/IMG_2783.jpg" width="563" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Pocket Envelope Banner Made with Kraft Card Stock<br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Pocket Accordian Book</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3O4-_CQcFV-0gSc9Nd_TJ_rcdQyOGTH5VeUUrd1uq15Ue2ERJRFwEBTcYCEFbvdHHuJNXDiS5mVWu87jNb5jLllA_ugKAtA7DQKx1almEGcOZZy8MrkvmRCibUBn9agT8vy_dXDAkqjACfd_f0Juv_kS8scNtwmL_HAyhQKr8lnZIyVna9jBeEMa1/s640/IMG_2775.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="530" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3O4-_CQcFV-0gSc9Nd_TJ_rcdQyOGTH5VeUUrd1uq15Ue2ERJRFwEBTcYCEFbvdHHuJNXDiS5mVWu87jNb5jLllA_ugKAtA7DQKx1almEGcOZZy8MrkvmRCibUBn9agT8vy_dXDAkqjACfd_f0Juv_kS8scNtwmL_HAyhQKr8lnZIyVna9jBeEMa1/w331-h400/IMG_2775.jpg" width="331" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKdCx5DHYsdWvW0kmjO9yO1HkbKJIX214razccVJ6SHun6JZlXqSHReL3OORd9LfaepBuYnTRGG8NR-kUNd5oiaeBy2FIJh2ArD5BJG-5V8dre6pA0G5Gwa6bb0m_SP1yfKWeryqbzPVlHqv20Lsdjt927GzhlGBxiltf8gAWO_pi2VFtcfgBRuxxa/s640/IMG_2777.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="359" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKdCx5DHYsdWvW0kmjO9yO1HkbKJIX214razccVJ6SHun6JZlXqSHReL3OORd9LfaepBuYnTRGG8NR-kUNd5oiaeBy2FIJh2ArD5BJG-5V8dre6pA0G5Gwa6bb0m_SP1yfKWeryqbzPVlHqv20Lsdjt927GzhlGBxiltf8gAWO_pi2VFtcfgBRuxxa/w225-h400/IMG_2777.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><br />madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-10620931864102708322023-04-02T11:32:00.001-05:002023-04-03T15:55:41.498-05:00Spring Has Sprung, Plus A New Dies & New Ideas<p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Chapter<span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"> 2, 20</span><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;">23 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection has sprung!</span></span></p><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The new set will work with so many of the other dies designed by Eileen. </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are three dies in the set: the Card Case, Mini-Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="-1"></a></span>& Windows. <i> <b>NOTE: </b>Buy all three dies and get FREE SHIPPING on your order in the US PLUS save an additional $10! Cost to buy dies individually is $122- buy the bundle and pay only $112. Outside US, I will deduct $10 from shipping.</i></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The <b>Card Case </b>is a Bigz XL ScoreBoards die. This die is specially designed to cut and score thick material up to 1/16" like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric so your finished project is nice and sturdy. The finished Card Case die measures 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" and has an adjustable spine that goes from 1/2" to 2 1/2". This is the perfect size journal to hold your 3" x 4" journaling cards, as well as other small items like wallet photos, ATCs and ephemera. There is a swing out flap on each side where you can add pockets or small insert books- you decide what combination you want to do. Make the spine thick or thin- your choice!</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Here are a few photos of how I used Eileen's new dies:</span></b></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span><b><i>The projects below ae made from various materials that I enjoy incorporating in most projects I make with Eileen's dies. Though paper is a wonderful material to use, I guess the challenge of what other materials can do is something I enjoy! These projects use other dies for embellishments and other purposes from collections of Eileens's and others from Sizzix. They co-ordinate well and show the versatility of Sizzix dies. </i></b></span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Cv_P0BgH3MHW4nJKVeLG51U96GudgN9LupxYCmsIKkLM-6LqHV8DK-BGW09oYAVxW6heXYpNLtqqyuBJYXGjvc8PE9BmhQBLtVo201VOLLkedqm6wuVczxNls4EjbCQtp9PbOgRUaRYYLNJT_GT8aiDDWudc8sI48-X5iLvT-yOL2cV10dn0Hj28/s640/Homespun%20Stencil%20Book.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="593" data-original-width="640" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Cv_P0BgH3MHW4nJKVeLG51U96GudgN9LupxYCmsIKkLM-6LqHV8DK-BGW09oYAVxW6heXYpNLtqqyuBJYXGjvc8PE9BmhQBLtVo201VOLLkedqm6wuVczxNls4EjbCQtp9PbOgRUaRYYLNJT_GT8aiDDWudc8sI48-X5iLvT-yOL2cV10dn0Hj28/w554-h514/Homespun%20Stencil%20Book.jpg" width="554" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Muslin covered and stenciled card case</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLBxJwiKH3crJwtvwK-6ANlzn5Bpb1xj_E4O603jL7jDVVY1yr8jwIzbh7ufn_o61kLsKL33EE5esib0DR7zJARL66BPnvEWJljWr2x_ruLwXscQcbST4KvV8Guqae1p8GU8sRjUXfhLX5Lha6xC9zNsq8kDxnpPguL8G7ZNnVM4yev9LP0aQD8wE/s640/Inside%20homespun.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="530" data-original-width="640" height="331" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLBxJwiKH3crJwtvwK-6ANlzn5Bpb1xj_E4O603jL7jDVVY1yr8jwIzbh7ufn_o61kLsKL33EE5esib0DR7zJARL66BPnvEWJljWr2x_ruLwXscQcbST4KvV8Guqae1p8GU8sRjUXfhLX5Lha6xC9zNsq8kDxnpPguL8G7ZNnVM4yev9LP0aQD8wE/w400-h331/Inside%20homespun.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside fabric card case</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFVNQhW5pmYKSAQZ2za-X9keTKaf55l8vRmnN7p4CyQYg3cqWivwGhhHnlftmJSS08JKaoanJtpHelB3kAUe9m03rnWMTnEnVLP_ftpkWXx-oPK2IBJ9_LI6XkTSFTf31OapPtbokOvfQr1Z1JimJR3p6iKlDrmREMd2GxWOmkCRg6GGZEwu2oKZj/s640/Inside%20cards.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="611" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFVNQhW5pmYKSAQZ2za-X9keTKaf55l8vRmnN7p4CyQYg3cqWivwGhhHnlftmJSS08JKaoanJtpHelB3kAUe9m03rnWMTnEnVLP_ftpkWXx-oPK2IBJ9_LI6XkTSFTf31OapPtbokOvfQr1Z1JimJR3p6iKlDrmREMd2GxWOmkCRg6GGZEwu2oKZj/w383-h400/Inside%20cards.jpg" width="383" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">ATC cards and pockets</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2-eQeB7wR9V_2nqEHe_-3M9W2HzucOJSTXFxTV229qUiRXyHWJ0FcjsRzbJOnGORS2tOYms_dUOflfwB69g31ZoXOFArq4HjCGbUHXi0xXbZ0GipuiGRuJw8vp7c3QfVL3t4MwSDb_uFbzVpEaPbVtudW_RdX1OcUGUQFFY64ukIBnxETlf4TgUx/s640/AcrylicCard%20Holder.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="592" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2-eQeB7wR9V_2nqEHe_-3M9W2HzucOJSTXFxTV229qUiRXyHWJ0FcjsRzbJOnGORS2tOYms_dUOflfwB69g31ZoXOFArq4HjCGbUHXi0xXbZ0GipuiGRuJw8vp7c3QfVL3t4MwSDb_uFbzVpEaPbVtudW_RdX1OcUGUQFFY64ukIBnxETlf4TgUx/w558-h603/AcrylicCard%20Holder.jpg" width="558" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card case made from acrylic package and rice paper</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjLwet7RF32SOxf1y4EwvWk2_SIcz3-dqPm4Slz-60Hfze62vv_0if3AF3D154KPY7yvS2A72Q5qQmN6dmWyiFLpOl8t_G_w0Jxqd2fbeYlp5j6cwnfdes5kisYOr9lWeJK56W2KJBnHw_Tfs83Tgm9Hqe3bewnUL3_Put32s03AxiK-iKvbL_hx-7/s640/Inside%20AC%20holder.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="438" data-original-width="640" height="274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjLwet7RF32SOxf1y4EwvWk2_SIcz3-dqPm4Slz-60Hfze62vv_0if3AF3D154KPY7yvS2A72Q5qQmN6dmWyiFLpOl8t_G_w0Jxqd2fbeYlp5j6cwnfdes5kisYOr9lWeJK56W2KJBnHw_Tfs83Tgm9Hqe3bewnUL3_Put32s03AxiK-iKvbL_hx-7/w400-h274/Inside%20AC%20holder.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">ATC cards and pockets</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows</b><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"> die has 6 pieces- an envelope, 3" x 4" Journaling Card, three window cutouts (use with envelope to remove and back with glassine like a window envelope) and a tab. The Envelope measures 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" and fits perfectly inside the Journal! Or use it by itself and add your favorite ephemera pieces.</span></span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBAiATKj33aufI-mucFKH4WoN3f2K2V1F4cYcbk3bXSqeUGjKbqwYx1k7A0C9RW4_Tvw6SqsxKii6UsLoMst57Pso4iP2oD3gZzWrXGvgITh2qq_JkH-bsL915WMEhILDRLu5MBYhp9SwJxkuuO_O4qqopyvnIg7AugLVAe_Vx3urG9dtzjistO9v_/s640/Double%20Card%20Envelope.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="478" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBAiATKj33aufI-mucFKH4WoN3f2K2V1F4cYcbk3bXSqeUGjKbqwYx1k7A0C9RW4_Tvw6SqsxKii6UsLoMst57Pso4iP2oD3gZzWrXGvgITh2qq_JkH-bsL915WMEhILDRLu5MBYhp9SwJxkuuO_O4qqopyvnIg7AugLVAe_Vx3urG9dtzjistO9v_/w478-h640/Double%20Card%20Envelope.jpg" width="478" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Double Envelope Holder</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRxtaVAqHZDtVmeydZGGAFMhe7RIQ1tMwJ5eC7Ghg_8ZsVCnpWOGglQ4InLIMBjI2xg6nb_r4fhv_5o1R-qS_D_kEUmxzKeG1FWR_5DQBlE5FkXLwMRZyld3dg0GecS7HMTt2IXfn3Fl8k3GtIc6Ni8NSqpl192rmFCqDJY1prF3VJk2vO9mKKe6PA/s640/inside%20cards%20DC%20.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="418" data-original-width="640" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRxtaVAqHZDtVmeydZGGAFMhe7RIQ1tMwJ5eC7Ghg_8ZsVCnpWOGglQ4InLIMBjI2xg6nb_r4fhv_5o1R-qS_D_kEUmxzKeG1FWR_5DQBlE5FkXLwMRZyld3dg0GecS7HMTt2IXfn3Fl8k3GtIc6Ni8NSqpl192rmFCqDJY1prF3VJk2vO9mKKe6PA/w400-h261/inside%20cards%20DC%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Envelope Holder with Journaling Cards</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjGRaWG-DOjeweg5TPMpxQAcwEqZq2glK3kdIyXW4lXFSNmpWudvYhlev95LI5QLQDQP3Z3x9bFLfic2RNhogKuSAeGq3Z4SDJbrFq1SKaQCzJHARpRyyrDXckNdFZaAE9tG0nYSm2at6XsWhCa0gBcuwS_wrjOj0Xv3V73AkT9enT8V05ST8KTnpH/s640/Envelope%20Card%20Book.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="551" height="628" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjGRaWG-DOjeweg5TPMpxQAcwEqZq2glK3kdIyXW4lXFSNmpWudvYhlev95LI5QLQDQP3Z3x9bFLfic2RNhogKuSAeGq3Z4SDJbrFq1SKaQCzJHARpRyyrDXckNdFZaAE9tG0nYSm2at6XsWhCa0gBcuwS_wrjOj0Xv3V73AkT9enT8V05ST8KTnpH/w542-h628/Envelope%20Card%20Book.jpg" width="542" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Envelope Book</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgfmLz2VyTAstF0vI6d7Puv6LE9jQSuEPwfrc_4r3ZjFcnJo3UueVrU5K3G8F0wmdQfTBK80lnfcvJyGjniqcMXrpXTzs6bgMhU9f1PsDK-Y6QK1ONLtnFuoTlNC1vQtiL_ySRMTo5WHMIEHfCP1PzlZ8iXBF0iQNGK0iWaphOq4_bEeJprr4BH9v8/s640/Envelope%20cards.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="494" data-original-width="640" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgfmLz2VyTAstF0vI6d7Puv6LE9jQSuEPwfrc_4r3ZjFcnJo3UueVrU5K3G8F0wmdQfTBK80lnfcvJyGjniqcMXrpXTzs6bgMhU9f1PsDK-Y6QK1ONLtnFuoTlNC1vQtiL_ySRMTo5WHMIEHfCP1PzlZ8iXBF0iQNGK0iWaphOq4_bEeJprr4BH9v8/w400-h309/Envelope%20cards.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Journaling Cards for Envelope Book</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">The</span><b style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Mini-Slimline & Tickets </b><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">die design is similar to the Snail Mail die, which was very popular for creating faux postage stamps. There are four dies in the set- one is the size of a mini slimline card and one is a mat that may be placed behind the perforated piece. The other two pieces are a row of tickers and mat that goes behind that. When you fold over each perforated piece and tear it, it creates individual faux postage stamps and tickets! Die cut the piece from patterned paper for an amazing background- just add a sentiment and let the paper do the work.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGtIXb8qLPl8bXjM_3K_n5pTGUnVvIOFi9nXOwDyoTSdhKvgQo00ZH6CtWro_ZZuBgGq5w76o8ImGDc9Kq7nuIpzXpWxrGsVI0K8QSKJncgUVZvXT4irOGXueouxo2idM7CjdVRoVCujLSNjQcu3XFsZEYiHzyY97cBKkIiyj8Iue8YksmYzg7QWoc/s640/Card%20Set%20%231.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="610" height="603" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGtIXb8qLPl8bXjM_3K_n5pTGUnVvIOFi9nXOwDyoTSdhKvgQo00ZH6CtWro_ZZuBgGq5w76o8ImGDc9Kq7nuIpzXpWxrGsVI0K8QSKJncgUVZvXT4irOGXueouxo2idM7CjdVRoVCujLSNjQcu3XFsZEYiHzyY97cBKkIiyj8Iue8YksmYzg7QWoc/w575-h603/Card%20Set%20%231.jpg" width="575" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Birthday card set</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKFRjGJ_pwPs5J55MXIZszOWiT9Tf3RNYTDru8mOXGs8EBBLDR5nITu6a-sZo1NiYMTvoeFp_qUq1oV0LvYZc8nHPrjD_HkQ_PIUJUqGdVptmcnkP7WuS01-vxZfi-JM5CmcCtaavpCurSAY_trDJjfaUbSERLAqxQ9bUcZrQxEUETxJmdjX1WzsoY/s640/HB%20set.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="469" data-original-width="640" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKFRjGJ_pwPs5J55MXIZszOWiT9Tf3RNYTDru8mOXGs8EBBLDR5nITu6a-sZo1NiYMTvoeFp_qUq1oV0LvYZc8nHPrjD_HkQ_PIUJUqGdVptmcnkP7WuS01-vxZfi-JM5CmcCtaavpCurSAY_trDJjfaUbSERLAqxQ9bUcZrQxEUETxJmdjX1WzsoY/w400-h294/HB%20set.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Birthday card / Set of four</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYx8wyiJ6J0qDsUGYYcWU3llqNLSLm3BGF8B68f_sLB_SVH3SyRvO6vvzfQUKIe7cjRXiNHRuX9xAZVRWrH619j837ohrUcmnwtr6AKP3_wpHYwusoq6si4OzpyYG_zMU2-QIYucH2X9YNNx3LfDIdAI-26Vsu6XFXwseINWw48k6ogKArsCxPuw_Q/s640/Card%20Set%20%232.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="534" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYx8wyiJ6J0qDsUGYYcWU3llqNLSLm3BGF8B68f_sLB_SVH3SyRvO6vvzfQUKIe7cjRXiNHRuX9xAZVRWrH619j837ohrUcmnwtr6AKP3_wpHYwusoq6si4OzpyYG_zMU2-QIYucH2X9YNNx3LfDIdAI-26Vsu6XFXwseINWw48k6ogKArsCxPuw_Q/w534-h640/Card%20Set%20%232.jpg" width="534" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thank you cards</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2JmFs8SaSZzJbhUIT7iFXWMLubQAEFs20SlDQzBgCIM1f1RydXxEr8bSlItil3fMAP5-MQDpOzO7Yy9qgW7hRbzQkgvKl3NEDJPBPJGx5XWHaB6YqPMJ4UBFuKHYIS1aCMBeFqg7C8eZWi3XaFgkCdRlmD1JQgVOM1ZYi2-E8INKSr29QTILpUtXe/s640/thanks%20set.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="422" data-original-width="640" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2JmFs8SaSZzJbhUIT7iFXWMLubQAEFs20SlDQzBgCIM1f1RydXxEr8bSlItil3fMAP5-MQDpOzO7Yy9qgW7hRbzQkgvKl3NEDJPBPJGx5XWHaB6YqPMJ4UBFuKHYIS1aCMBeFqg7C8eZWi3XaFgkCdRlmD1JQgVOM1ZYi2-E8INKSr29QTILpUtXe/w400-h264/thanks%20set.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thank-you cards / Set of four</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">MORE INFORMATION </span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">****There's a giveaway too! Comment in the Facebook and YouTube streams and tell us which of Eileen's other dies would work well with this collection. You have until <b>April 10 </b>to post your comments.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;">****Watch my YouTube channel to see die assembly and project ideas! Eileen does two livestreams each week on Facebook and YouTube-sharing more ideas on how to to use these dies in lots of different ways. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;">****You are invited to join the creative community Facebook group, the <b>Eileen Hull Fan Club</b>, where you'll find special events and exclusive content. Follow Eileen on Instagram at @eileenhull!</span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><p id="block-a479bd0b-a6cf-452d-828e-5d6b765f5768" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px 0px 26px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; white-space: normal;">There are lots of samples so, make sure to read the blog and be watching social media to see all the makes! <strong style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #3ec9c9; font-family: Arapey, serif; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: 2px; text-transform: uppercase;">LIST OF HOP STOPS:</strong></p><p id="block-49cd52a5-c606-413e-bd32-5f100cb0dbc1" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px 0px 26px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; white-space: normal;">Eileen Hull Designs <<<em style="box-sizing: border-box;"> you are here</em><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="http://www.pammejoscrapbookflair.com/2023/04/chapter-2-release-with-eileen-hull.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Pam Bray</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://jennie-livethedream.blogspot.com/2023/04/eileen-hullsizzix-chapter-2-release.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Jennie Atkinson</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sarah-shiningbright.blogspot.com/2023/04/a-story-from-my-past.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Sarah Lizzie</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://creativejuicefreshsqueezed.blogspot.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-sizzix-chapter-2-release.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Lisa Hoel</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://mytime2play.blogspot.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-chapter-2-release-party.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Susie Bentz</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://wp.me/pB9at-2M0" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Tonya Trantham</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://pushingtherightbuttons.blogspot.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-designs-sizzix-chapter-2.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Jenny Marples</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://scraptravelbark.blogspot.com/2023/04/chapter-2-release-blog-hop-eileen-hull.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Maggi Harding</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://karenbearse.blogspot.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-chapter-2-designs-for-sizzix.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Karen Bearse</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sueeldred.com/2023/04/02/spring-paper-crafting-with-sizzix-and-eileen-hull/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Sue Eldred</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sharoncdesign.com/?p=1318" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Sharon Curtis</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://www.scrapbookymas.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-chapter-2-release-party-2023.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Teresita Arvelo</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://madelinesthoughts.blogspot.com/2023/04/spring-has-sprung-plus-new-dies-new.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Madeline Arendt</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://blog.artsyfindings.com/2023/04/eileen-hull-sizzix-chapter-2-release-blog-hop-a-pocket-full-of-encouragement/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out 0s;" target="_blank">Cheryl Bodkin-Waters</a></p></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-38630438589685260102023-03-28T16:17:00.002-05:002023-03-28T16:26:06.615-05:00Wordsoup, Tags & Pockets<p><span style="font-family: arial;">This month one the Eileen Hull Blog the subject has been "Wordsoup, Tags & Pockets". With the release of the Chapter 1 collection from Sizzix this topic lends itself well.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Included in this collection is the:</span><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/666152/sizzix-scoreboards-plus-die-frame-pocket-journal-by-eileen-hull" style="font-family: arial;"> </a> <span style="font-family: arial;">Frame Pocket Journal</span></p><p> <span style="font-family: arial;"> Library Pocket & ATC Card Die</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> <span> Alphnumeric Die</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"> Tablecloth 3D Embossing Folder<u></u></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgck0UgDhD23KEGonqfKlguuXEDxIGa2-unUk8VCZj98Sh3qALy8yQqt-fj8NhMep0_rqGcQqpYuVtZUgC6VW8U4YadX_23qQCP3LIv9Ap-sBqwM4gZSNdLiT4svw7QBKyDECUJOpCYQZu4l7uBO5MqTI4QLaEAdEK95GEW3J0ZmN1fezsAWGRNQ4bx/s540/320378786_757995165773231_1986654520054109540_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="514" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgck0UgDhD23KEGonqfKlguuXEDxIGa2-unUk8VCZj98Sh3qALy8yQqt-fj8NhMep0_rqGcQqpYuVtZUgC6VW8U4YadX_23qQCP3LIv9Ap-sBqwM4gZSNdLiT4svw7QBKyDECUJOpCYQZu4l7uBO5MqTI4QLaEAdEK95GEW3J0ZmN1fezsAWGRNQ4bx/s320/320378786_757995165773231_1986654520054109540_n.jpg" width="305" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Anyone journaling knows the first aspect of this process, of course is using words to express yourself. </span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The other components from the collection also add the ways to express with "words". </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Projects that I made using this Chapter 1 collection designed by Eileen, can for the most part, fit this subject. Here are some images of how "words, tags and pockets" speak out!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The first project with the Chapter 1 Frame Pocket Journal contains two pockets on the inside that hold to accordian style booklets made with the Library Pocket thinlit die that holds ATC cards made to be tags. On the back of the book and extra pocket is made using the flap to hold more tags. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOQpseLAcfaxXGNcMJBAUBuJAaL8sdve6K5aCea1vlpfyKRpsq1TGZgb--vc_LjH2UQGhQ0N7G-g3VOXaRsR2Bv9Fp2XZLJRW2Q5d7kx3Q5nZfAw52cB6gzCBtXiu1BqxPBQXRl19T-5C_SUndhdCgyVh5yqagxqT1yWsc1tH_yI_kTjMg35BpSapO/s640/PocketW:tags.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="554" data-original-width="640" height="277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOQpseLAcfaxXGNcMJBAUBuJAaL8sdve6K5aCea1vlpfyKRpsq1TGZgb--vc_LjH2UQGhQ0N7G-g3VOXaRsR2Bv9Fp2XZLJRW2Q5d7kx3Q5nZfAw52cB6gzCBtXiu1BqxPBQXRl19T-5C_SUndhdCgyVh5yqagxqT1yWsc1tH_yI_kTjMg35BpSapO/s320/PocketW:tags.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdLMwyh0j2vfpQimvgQWLilK6KVXVAdZym0gEi1c7FEneyImJmkNpMx0zHdJb5qdWppkAOZewLqdn7EK_uP8FAD4JPT7XABeHEugT9YyO63IzTfjHtLkukxC6ItZgv2sUlz3Z1az16WKngpNpcgvS33-dQAwzI2v6Dm181ayj7G1_F8iPj2IIoIJFl/s640/Inside%20pocket%20journal.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="640" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdLMwyh0j2vfpQimvgQWLilK6KVXVAdZym0gEi1c7FEneyImJmkNpMx0zHdJb5qdWppkAOZewLqdn7EK_uP8FAD4JPT7XABeHEugT9YyO63IzTfjHtLkukxC6ItZgv2sUlz3Z1az16WKngpNpcgvS33-dQAwzI2v6Dm181ayj7G1_F8iPj2IIoIJFl/s320/Inside%20pocket%20journal.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81GLBtE9HnTxHH6_6dqtQAJsHVb_7ye-reR0eXyumweVCtjlLyZAdljEpB0vv-UkpxfaCO9V8uas3qYV3afBUiA2kkDssktnOhs63pJEhqM1CJ64ISVFytyVkDzGdfLjSZQkjoKQviD-vDw_C-H1OVJE5ItmKnl37yoJUDtPzLLW19GVC7Vm_pxGC/s640/Accordian%20tags.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="640" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81GLBtE9HnTxHH6_6dqtQAJsHVb_7ye-reR0eXyumweVCtjlLyZAdljEpB0vv-UkpxfaCO9V8uas3qYV3afBUiA2kkDssktnOhs63pJEhqM1CJ64ISVFytyVkDzGdfLjSZQkjoKQviD-vDw_C-H1OVJE5ItmKnl37yoJUDtPzLLW19GVC7Vm_pxGC/s320/Accordian%20tags.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For another project the Frame Pocket Journal makes a smaller book, by cutting one cover and cutting it in half. A few Library Pockets were made that hold some tiny tags and inserts to the inside. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggefAP5re2yGsMPxe0eZiRY2rQHp948Ky1Y2ygOJSJEnDYCT0DdN_Ltkj8XavXxnfdQIc8hWWKvjarHYZfJwcmAEf9jFWIYbCDIabrCw92gnAIgrvW5pBNxbCe56nSmnCW8yhTQqaAQoifJn_cjDfA0LNbEp4_dl_nCN2o5TrWKWwQM3mVh36HthYn/s640/Library%20Card%20:%20Tags.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="508" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggefAP5re2yGsMPxe0eZiRY2rQHp948Ky1Y2ygOJSJEnDYCT0DdN_Ltkj8XavXxnfdQIc8hWWKvjarHYZfJwcmAEf9jFWIYbCDIabrCw92gnAIgrvW5pBNxbCe56nSmnCW8yhTQqaAQoifJn_cjDfA0LNbEp4_dl_nCN2o5TrWKWwQM3mVh36HthYn/s320/Library%20Card%20:%20Tags.jpg" width="254" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUoYmOKtCTujOfNwIMjgXduCsKydL-zYlb1D_w2GjcgEsLyHwL3gwgbObiobfBqbfTPa22YoOSxjE6GZS7NGwIAyJOLWyv9tmkqQmqGs-U4LgodyJNejgPP1c8tfZlrrQGt-EzpTSo3gPegcHnOHh9JpGrrUyafDKiZF08vMKvwQHXMbElNyqxtYEv/s640/Tiny%20tags.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="584" data-original-width="640" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUoYmOKtCTujOfNwIMjgXduCsKydL-zYlb1D_w2GjcgEsLyHwL3gwgbObiobfBqbfTPa22YoOSxjE6GZS7NGwIAyJOLWyv9tmkqQmqGs-U4LgodyJNejgPP1c8tfZlrrQGt-EzpTSo3gPegcHnOHh9JpGrrUyafDKiZF08vMKvwQHXMbElNyqxtYEv/s320/Tiny%20tags.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>***<span style="font-family: arial;">Make simple tags using any dies available cut from neutral colors or patterned papers and add words or quotes either hand printed or in any other form to the tags. Use the letters from the Alphanumeric thinlit die to spell out words too! </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>A PROJECT IN THE WORKS</b><br /></span><p><span style="font-family: arial;">After creating these projects I was inspired to try making another. It is not completed as yet, and I apologize for that, but thought I would at least share the process of my plan.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The plan is to create several Library Pockets using various papers and maybe some other types of materials. Then create ATC cards for each, that will hold a card with a word or quote for the pockets. They will contained in a box that can be made with either the Gift Box die or the bottom portion of the Treasure Box die. The collection would be a box of inspirational, meaningful words and quotes. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">So I got to collectiong materials for the box, the pockets and cards.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK91vFyLg4TGaUd24bqcb2USRPwDH0IpZDJfNWU9nFj2zN53gfuWz_Jyjm3K2Zr5viPeDeuNfm_HFa55Kt7PMOpWI9vPLFmjJVdB4lVRbuaDCORvICAMAK1OdlSmN-VXtt_0TKqSsO9byXxRylXI_OYyiy5LtJuggMs4S5XzTesJdUm5YAo6dOYEcj/s640/IMG_2740.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="615" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK91vFyLg4TGaUd24bqcb2USRPwDH0IpZDJfNWU9nFj2zN53gfuWz_Jyjm3K2Zr5viPeDeuNfm_HFa55Kt7PMOpWI9vPLFmjJVdB4lVRbuaDCORvICAMAK1OdlSmN-VXtt_0TKqSsO9byXxRylXI_OYyiy5LtJuggMs4S5XzTesJdUm5YAo6dOYEcj/w385-h400/IMG_2740.jpg" width="385" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The container was made from the Treasure Box die. I added fabric to one side of the mat boards (this will be the fronts), and a neutral paper to the opposite side (this will be the inside), before die-cutting the the pieces. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">After cutting, the box is assembled. The edges of the box were painted carefully with white paint. All the edges of the box and the fabric were lightly distressed with Vintage Photo Distress Ink. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMEajQYaVv0iUF29iAm_YdLhVuNRH2Z86rbhwGfny9j9QoasdcVVVhMjYoly5lIxLxg5V7QsskUdlhuAOYT9685mcPAJe60NE5s8mVq2vVlHm7lgYJrLKAZWzQzaK5pEjf6MpKriN3gNCnuDZrXB2uH8MLhUpU2KKOguwe9u_j0dcKF1BSgCr4R64D/s640/IMG_2741.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="473" data-original-width="640" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMEajQYaVv0iUF29iAm_YdLhVuNRH2Z86rbhwGfny9j9QoasdcVVVhMjYoly5lIxLxg5V7QsskUdlhuAOYT9685mcPAJe60NE5s8mVq2vVlHm7lgYJrLKAZWzQzaK5pEjf6MpKriN3gNCnuDZrXB2uH8MLhUpU2KKOguwe9u_j0dcKF1BSgCr4R64D/w400-h296/IMG_2741.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidZTqG4yQ9Fb_0lKtmvG_sZ4zOyQikVeO2MYL42AOFWLs7Xegf-OE5_ejaf0wcXmQlx87SRVxtkLzE0x_5F6wNmcUpsVqv1FL-4Op0UB8GqlmQs8l6kr93SwF1_B83_HXcT7PkfcKBxMs_Cr8JxWJwMsijigvVQW7jmLJJkeXz2qJgrX9mSx8BnOVN/s640/IMG_2742.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="467" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidZTqG4yQ9Fb_0lKtmvG_sZ4zOyQikVeO2MYL42AOFWLs7Xegf-OE5_ejaf0wcXmQlx87SRVxtkLzE0x_5F6wNmcUpsVqv1FL-4Op0UB8GqlmQs8l6kr93SwF1_B83_HXcT7PkfcKBxMs_Cr8JxWJwMsijigvVQW7jmLJJkeXz2qJgrX9mSx8BnOVN/w293-h400/IMG_2742.jpg" width="293" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Using the LIbrary Pocket and ATC Card thinlit die, I cut 24 sets from a variety of decorative papers for the pockets and used manila folders for the insert cards. <b><i> NOTE:</i></b> <i>The Treasure Box can likely hold up to 36 or more pockets and cards.</i></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I used scraps from the leftover papers to add some embellishments to the cards. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Once all the cards are complete with some background decorations, more layering can happen. I'm planning on using torn bits from old dictionary pages with definitions or images that correlate to the words chosen for each ATC. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i>Ideas: </i></b>Add either handwritten, typed or ready-made verses or words to each card. On the back side of each card add meanings or thoughts or other expressions for each verse or word used.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The box needs a few more decorative embellishments to finish its look. Once the entire project is complete i will be happy to share the finished piece. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-6473519673884127912023-01-12T10:04:00.003-06:002023-01-12T10:04:42.827-06:00New Year, New Ideas with New Releases<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAbBBXOiXCKC1YIU8aYwD3pD9mNaCfg-J0qrKJzycLUw6AtWFm34N0I7lmyyl7zllDZc2I3SVLbU72o4zoCFVFPLyd3bnwZqjwrt7eIpN4tUmIMuRONDrmdju5-HqxXiOiRirKxZi5lghlrlGBykgv5pmEMEZuQCvZKwseJx389QUD8yxHhon0h0uO/s640/Chapter%201:View2:front.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="597" data-original-width="640" height="507" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAbBBXOiXCKC1YIU8aYwD3pD9mNaCfg-J0qrKJzycLUw6AtWFm34N0I7lmyyl7zllDZc2I3SVLbU72o4zoCFVFPLyd3bnwZqjwrt7eIpN4tUmIMuRONDrmdju5-HqxXiOiRirKxZi5lghlrlGBykgv5pmEMEZuQCvZKwseJx389QUD8yxHhon0h0uO/w543-h507/Chapter%201:View2:front.jpg" width="543" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXAyPUzsbectXvIuhiLb7iRmYbuzFQJmC4ZNlXGi17-4ah3zgCryzNPaO3UxvTAXsXtJVG9P7tuFq1eaS3eI_jMFDvBg2uRU-ham5Ck-kIDtWOyVIpd7sC-1BHtvV9M-DYjSF2VeUUoUiy3RX6-VcLH7Rf_I0iL7wHuNJp8cVDKKL4506cHdFOI4CW/s640/Chapter%201:View2:back.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="609" data-original-width="640" height="523" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXAyPUzsbectXvIuhiLb7iRmYbuzFQJmC4ZNlXGi17-4ah3zgCryzNPaO3UxvTAXsXtJVG9P7tuFq1eaS3eI_jMFDvBg2uRU-ham5Ck-kIDtWOyVIpd7sC-1BHtvV9M-DYjSF2VeUUoUiy3RX6-VcLH7Rf_I0iL7wHuNJp8cVDKKL4506cHdFOI4CW/w550-h523/Chapter%201:View2:back.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">There's a saying ... "better late then never" ... so this may be late but I will be sharing one project that is complete with the newest releases by Eileen Hull for Sizzix.</span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Chapter 1 brings a new scoreboard die with many cuts that can be used in several ways, even on their own or with other previous dies. Versatility is one of the features I enjoy with these projects. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">For this first completed project I was determined to just all of the new elements from this chapter release and feel like I acomplisheed that. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">It all began with the new Scoreboard Plus die, Frame Pocket Journal. Mat board was covered with Sizzix cork paper on one side and a patterned paper on the other. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Two cover pieces and two flaps were cut to construct the Pocket Journal. One flap becomes the front, closing flap; the other flap becomes a pocket on the back of the journal to hold a variety of tags. On the front flap a line of adhesive flat pearls trim the edge. From a solid color card stock, perforated square letters are cut using the new Tiled Alphanumeric (666043) thinlit die to spell out a title. Each of the tiles is backed with a small square of leftover embossed metallic paper for some color and adhered to the lower front as a title. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">A couple of pieces of the cork roll were also embossed with the new Tablecloth 3-D folder. The top of each pieces was colored with some ink and some Luster Wax to bring out the impressions. They were cut to fit the top and bottom of the journal and adhered into place. A button is attached to the top for part of the closure. A length of elastic is colored with ink and added to the bottom through the middle hole and knotted for the closure.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWzgRjnrgJq01tBhjyCm3gHW9-4HR0Gsb_OMcl3cHrsoXvcJvEg23LL-ILObq_oHavlKuyNxlM0KsWH8vVWf2fLyGkAu168B60ummPMzUmPU-PC0t1yiqmeMq5dGDQ-ijfumBjd49Ww_LqVCCmNhDlqTCC9Vxp5ds_fylwthleW4ZfOERV6jh7-8Re/s640/IMG_2510.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="640" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWzgRjnrgJq01tBhjyCm3gHW9-4HR0Gsb_OMcl3cHrsoXvcJvEg23LL-ILObq_oHavlKuyNxlM0KsWH8vVWf2fLyGkAu168B60ummPMzUmPU-PC0t1yiqmeMq5dGDQ-ijfumBjd49Ww_LqVCCmNhDlqTCC9Vxp5ds_fylwthleW4ZfOERV6jh7-8Re/s320/IMG_2510.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXbmsfv8h5fYioqLI-IgS3uvCP3CWJFo-SQHQBclTRLJjXEetPHQQw-9CBOILUh_3hBpHJlbwMoDqVM6fpyNzvqiTkzRvdEwW7i0RKfxE8NOQ9PckHxzZDCrSd_ijLGaEmbJ941Lm3lOxYwZwI-ebdd9Nzr4RAbWQ6ryClPBqFZBWBvAo_YJDN73TC/s640/IMG_2509.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="640" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXbmsfv8h5fYioqLI-IgS3uvCP3CWJFo-SQHQBclTRLJjXEetPHQQw-9CBOILUh_3hBpHJlbwMoDqVM6fpyNzvqiTkzRvdEwW7i0RKfxE8NOQ9PckHxzZDCrSd_ijLGaEmbJ941Lm3lOxYwZwI-ebdd9Nzr4RAbWQ6ryClPBqFZBWBvAo_YJDN73TC/s320/IMG_2509.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">For the inside of the journal two pockets are cut from mat board covered with metallic card stock in two coordinating colors. Each of these metallic covered pockets were embossed with the 3-D, Tablecloth (666154) textured impression folder. Then construct the pockets and adhere into place inside the journal. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkVshN72wSQ046RB_vqaVc59-LV8ArWLdG7k5l5dI_oF5taEvdlhG8HF0qKEkLBxAs9yWkaMHiAeENIRPOXBLpMWvKO0k3MgC-7IaFI90-mH4nUlNZyyhKtUpeX4MOVgnO7bQXx8uarqLicdHnu_VwUJlFRdKXehTtNXeg4ASDtDGnXmZG6Fdg0CBp/s640/Inside%20Journal%20Book.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="401" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkVshN72wSQ046RB_vqaVc59-LV8ArWLdG7k5l5dI_oF5taEvdlhG8HF0qKEkLBxAs9yWkaMHiAeENIRPOXBLpMWvKO0k3MgC-7IaFI90-mH4nUlNZyyhKtUpeX4MOVgnO7bQXx8uarqLicdHnu_VwUJlFRdKXehTtNXeg4ASDtDGnXmZG6Fdg0CBp/w402-h640/Inside%20Journal%20Book.jpg" width="402" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">Two fold-outs from a vellum type paper are added next to each pocket. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Using the Library Pocket ATC Card & Tabs (666151)new thinlit dies, two accordian style books were created to fit into the 2 inside pockets. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhENaQAI23_QAgkFUTZ9GPGGtrw61k9OaGZbMDWCJw6-4eWqYvVd-dyiqjFHc-l9YpWYnjGqvs5kpDQse-AI6g2RDF-fY-fSEVjx99IltkxAeWfoM-ESSkIX9-6JvS5ilJSOVYhQRQ8nVxD3l3JJXiZ_sIi4QclX6WJA9Kvv_jZnkLNAhhJnU8fWsvV/s640/Library%20Pocket%20AccordIon%20Books.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="596" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhENaQAI23_QAgkFUTZ9GPGGtrw61k9OaGZbMDWCJw6-4eWqYvVd-dyiqjFHc-l9YpWYnjGqvs5kpDQse-AI6g2RDF-fY-fSEVjx99IltkxAeWfoM-ESSkIX9-6JvS5ilJSOVYhQRQ8nVxD3l3JJXiZ_sIi4QclX6WJA9Kvv_jZnkLNAhhJnU8fWsvV/w373-h400/Library%20Pocket%20AccordIon%20Books.jpg" width="373" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut six library pockets from a double-sided card stock. Construct the library pockets. Cut 10 of the straight sided tabs to hinge the library pockets together. Repeat to create a second accordian book with other coordinating paper. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqkVtsXKbuugck0LziRm8bZt1LYHH3QjNFr4tutj2nBO_ZaBh_q1gTZq6CZOsseJ6jsjljQIgKrWlBZJMKL0Dai_rZwgQ0HGuKoOdqUH1844_hyunyYvRmwQAlxz4bewEuDgFUcgm-DWXyXt1mayfQUMfZiQjxkIz3kXoKWpcfL2ZtXBCGPidCVgn/s640/Library%20Pocket%20books:unfolded.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="377" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqkVtsXKbuugck0LziRm8bZt1LYHH3QjNFr4tutj2nBO_ZaBh_q1gTZq6CZOsseJ6jsjljQIgKrWlBZJMKL0Dai_rZwgQ0HGuKoOdqUH1844_hyunyYvRmwQAlxz4bewEuDgFUcgm-DWXyXt1mayfQUMfZiQjxkIz3kXoKWpcfL2ZtXBCGPidCVgn/w236-h400/Library%20Pocket%20books:unfolded.jpg" width="236" /></a></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut ATC cards from coordinating card stock for each pocket (Cut 12). Cut 12 rounded tabs for each of the ATC cards. The tabs are cut from cork paper. Each is attached to the ATC cards with tiny staples. These can be adhered in an fashion. Tags can be cut from prepared card stock or individually made. Punch a hole at the top of each and add a bit of ribbon. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg76e8UpEMJWqTQ_7J9D8OFGzvG0yBEaDKtaE-UsJCXFh4T5ZrFQaLQBcUNjEyrzwZkVA7ydnOBdFtos0Jo3XvzCxerZEpU_V6F3wF441udi-x2BfypP7P9_bgWXrV7iV5y97sOKdiHQ4hC9PuR0JU4Blg1cfZ1fnKcM9XpMgbZZBr-HBQusLDn-k9K/s640/IMG_2523.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="619" data-original-width="640" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg76e8UpEMJWqTQ_7J9D8OFGzvG0yBEaDKtaE-UsJCXFh4T5ZrFQaLQBcUNjEyrzwZkVA7ydnOBdFtos0Jo3XvzCxerZEpU_V6F3wF441udi-x2BfypP7P9_bgWXrV7iV5y97sOKdiHQ4hC9PuR0JU4Blg1cfZ1fnKcM9XpMgbZZBr-HBQusLDn-k9K/s320/IMG_2523.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin-dtABFXbhrdpuSaEjvdY_yORzNFzYeCgeK346xlveRFgCNMZpiFaulTTwGrZmofT7ZwjraeuepfnBmztU9lhBBc1lbaxGXcf30KfIDI4aiq2An6bgoQiU1K3a0Zmhkcu9PHGaYFJerF7KEnE4Y0E80JxSqzmI8lEgmRjCXAb17lhftVvmlnxrNE7/s640/IMG_2524.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin-dtABFXbhrdpuSaEjvdY_yORzNFzYeCgeK346xlveRFgCNMZpiFaulTTwGrZmofT7ZwjraeuepfnBmztU9lhBBc1lbaxGXcf30KfIDI4aiq2An6bgoQiU1K3a0Zmhkcu9PHGaYFJerF7KEnE4Y0E80JxSqzmI8lEgmRjCXAb17lhftVvmlnxrNE7/w300-h400/IMG_2524.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Use the ideas above to create themed journals for someone special or a special occasion. With this project, all but one of the new elements from this new Chapter 1 release was used in its creation. </span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-44515292117362468452022-12-19T09:04:00.003-06:002022-12-19T09:04:29.988-06:00Top Three Picks Of The Year<p><span style="font-family: arial;">To end the year 2022 with the task of choosing my three favorites of projects, made with the Eileen Hull Designs designs ... the questions is HOW? My answer ... not easy!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Looking through photos of the projects I found that it wasn't always the projets that made it stand out to me but in many cases it was the process. For me, at least, it an also be about the material chosen and/or the process used to end up happy with the finished project! </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Starting out with a fabulous base design can to the success and that's what we get with the designs from Eileen!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">This year gave us wonderful bases to work with. There is the Geometric Box, the Sunflower Skinny Mini Book Box, the Skinny Mini elements thinlit, the Card Caddy, the Shadowbox Frame set and elements, the Book Box die, the Snail Mail thinlit and embossing folders with each chapter release.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">What I enjoyed most is the using them all together in a number of different ways. Also trying various materials to create interesting projects with these 2022 designs. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The three picks I made are these. The first is a white-on-white container made with the Geometric Box.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY7VTynZMhB7nFybaU8Om_OAgoZfoayywCMOECuY_3Ub_MkhaUocSlBRGziO928aNIOLGU7mG1N1bXFNJ49m6NqG70WTq4fRzUH37XTi2dDgajWpm10QmK27xU_-NIjhIGsVBS-9J7jtqzjNycdnxEXq6Biw2KsUW1e4ZJe81RBYI_aAmd1P5BY_UW/s1994/25C9497E-1288-42B2-8B0B-3C60ED55F85B.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1994" data-original-width="1453" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY7VTynZMhB7nFybaU8Om_OAgoZfoayywCMOECuY_3Ub_MkhaUocSlBRGziO928aNIOLGU7mG1N1bXFNJ49m6NqG70WTq4fRzUH37XTi2dDgajWpm10QmK27xU_-NIjhIGsVBS-9J7jtqzjNycdnxEXq6Biw2KsUW1e4ZJe81RBYI_aAmd1P5BY_UW/w291-h400/25C9497E-1288-42B2-8B0B-3C60ED55F85B.jpeg" width="291" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>The second is a fabric covered journal made with the Book Box die. Fabric was printed using a gel plate.</span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVJp4lJ6cYVGUGQIVjXWAdkKk49Ewgst8HaxWwp_kqWe8XjIgCCAnygHOxuP5JIosYF-Ywk_2ty6K8Evp2_eLGVBG4BIn34rwU3PQ0Q_SrNFBg5UANLLSyWY56HfQDt-7RMoC_EQL7jIFmQXS69RYzoIbPcigko9UoJLJIGHfAV23x6XM3L62hVLF/s600/319732048_844623823276691_3810529599813542515_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="585" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdVJp4lJ6cYVGUGQIVjXWAdkKk49Ewgst8HaxWwp_kqWe8XjIgCCAnygHOxuP5JIosYF-Ywk_2ty6K8Evp2_eLGVBG4BIn34rwU3PQ0Q_SrNFBg5UANLLSyWY56HfQDt-7RMoC_EQL7jIFmQXS69RYzoIbPcigko9UoJLJIGHfAV23x6XM3L62hVLF/w390-h400/319732048_844623823276691_3810529599813542515_n.jpg" width="390" /></a></div><br /> </div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p>The third was was a triple dimension scene with the Shadow Box frame die and other Sizzix dies.</p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9TgDRy7AgMkSWhRy3MgEmH2ARkmucrknI_UPjB8Ed849atdwOH3mcQv8t402-k9UP0O_-P0q5lv3g7_X9_zmMPzgTCeJz3qyqhBETNlOSQ_rsG23hYs-lI7Opp8VcoQfaWHxlS7SN11-xfWBa6yejgIGkumeott292ah8IU7F3_OkYHIhK8yoAHEK/s2788/04BE031A-EDA7-4EC9-8894-FCA03C6887B4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Here's a little idea for the makers out there. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Using Eileen Hull's Gift Box scoreboard die from Sizzix will create the nicest square box to hold many small gifts. Here is the box made with festive holiday papers. It will hold a pair of handmade flannel hand warmers. The box also has its own little handle on top for opening. It is fashioned from the label shape that is part of the die.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7VDSm8G-FyNlIjDsCSOAFK5ejnzp6DO-oO9KEVUlT_QlgqLEIh76nOyl2DWKl4-aOLwl8hVXJoIlUp-fvEUGNfqTuXO5VLEhpAxZkZfhdJj77jna8ry0eH8XocClL3xQiSQ_SvOMzPUIF8l-YIZkkr09ylfqZkQAVr3j5at25G7cCR_1Chg1bPoDu/s563/group%20view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="431" height="574" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7VDSm8G-FyNlIjDsCSOAFK5ejnzp6DO-oO9KEVUlT_QlgqLEIh76nOyl2DWKl4-aOLwl8hVXJoIlUp-fvEUGNfqTuXO5VLEhpAxZkZfhdJj77jna8ry0eH8XocClL3xQiSQ_SvOMzPUIF8l-YIZkkr09ylfqZkQAVr3j5at25G7cCR_1Chg1bPoDu/w439-h574/group%20view.jpg" width="439" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEbIJKD081F6MePfeNP-ukDYlwPEBJ4q8YjMrHGLvmUUf1F257TZ1j5rvV9FLUZYXkcbiGg-XBP-qJ7utqXFNj9fSYI9BIlJ9QC6iATFuEM5jMUCNTIRCKfyJ-0unCu0pq_yRajd0E2zqtipSGD0FmJwtfcAw1j52XAKB6DX3_T6XJOhqOJzyAtqJb/s582/close%20up%20view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="582" data-original-width="494" height="528" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEbIJKD081F6MePfeNP-ukDYlwPEBJ4q8YjMrHGLvmUUf1F257TZ1j5rvV9FLUZYXkcbiGg-XBP-qJ7utqXFNj9fSYI9BIlJ9QC6iATFuEM5jMUCNTIRCKfyJ-0unCu0pq_yRajd0E2zqtipSGD0FmJwtfcAw1j52XAKB6DX3_T6XJOhqOJzyAtqJb/w449-h528/close%20up%20view.jpg" width="449" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Select papers for covering the mat board. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn5YlkQmTWnfvJhoWZiI6CiseQNOnI5mk6i2ueb65CGKMERqS8WgijC54EFNZKupPKBP0S8q3PAk3zBR-6RINfd6djbf7dT2q3ipxTO94eICrrbh4jgBcfGeWTgI4Aoe4LSGcmOVVKCIRhYNVuJQHhrY1ahGBoMQEusb3qlVKKHoY8prKTTbSH8G9J/s640/IMG_2444.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn5YlkQmTWnfvJhoWZiI6CiseQNOnI5mk6i2ueb65CGKMERqS8WgijC54EFNZKupPKBP0S8q3PAk3zBR-6RINfd6djbf7dT2q3ipxTO94eICrrbh4jgBcfGeWTgI4Aoe4LSGcmOVVKCIRhYNVuJQHhrY1ahGBoMQEusb3qlVKKHoY8prKTTbSH8G9J/s320/IMG_2444.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Adhere the decorative papers, using double-sided adhesive, to the mat board.<br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GsXJtO1amYUdpY_tw_E9RPFL9T374TuHOWBRCgwH6PTEOEQ_ji1YIv5CqUlWEkhB9O0u-Embb8llErZePJu_99tpfMUTMsR92BhMVJDIz2OkO8eoKAJ4WppkCf3NocQxWi-nNleqlE6uSfmacy2-g5YoLN3ZziE-4a3KIEMOZhvKyhvAIxWF9wys/s640/IMG_2445.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GsXJtO1amYUdpY_tw_E9RPFL9T374TuHOWBRCgwH6PTEOEQ_ji1YIv5CqUlWEkhB9O0u-Embb8llErZePJu_99tpfMUTMsR92BhMVJDIz2OkO8eoKAJ4WppkCf3NocQxWi-nNleqlE6uSfmacy2-g5YoLN3ZziE-4a3KIEMOZhvKyhvAIxWF9wys/s320/IMG_2445.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Die-cut the pieces for the gift box from the covered mat boards. Construct the box.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsXe_b3jjlUfaz2R7IwDmtczllO2L9sC9jJHDB8tVLYMnemRCR8SEDTiBOQtfdg9_IwXaXFD00jJplgKIakukbZiMLsPStk1JObca-aX7OrTLXZ9R5kEy8Jicx0x_QDb_abVIz6fEFZP1zGhChzXumzoeQWUPMqc4SvlgsEp5J9ZU3wbL7g1A_pxrh/s640/IMG_2446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsXe_b3jjlUfaz2R7IwDmtczllO2L9sC9jJHDB8tVLYMnemRCR8SEDTiBOQtfdg9_IwXaXFD00jJplgKIakukbZiMLsPStk1JObca-aX7OrTLXZ9R5kEy8Jicx0x_QDb_abVIz6fEFZP1zGhChzXumzoeQWUPMqc4SvlgsEp5J9ZU3wbL7g1A_pxrh/s320/IMG_2446.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>MATERIALS</b></span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Gift Box die</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Small Tag die</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Mat Board</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative Papers, 2 sheets</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Double-sided adhesive</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Flannel fabric</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Muslin fabric</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Seeing machine</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thread, to match</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">White rice</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Raffia</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Seam binding</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Distress stain</span></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Paper brads</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cover 2 sheets of mat board with the decorative papers on each side of the board using double-sided adhesive</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Die cut</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">2 panels for making the gift box</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut out label from from the same die</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Construct the gift box</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fold over the front flap to tuck under to the inside top of box,</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue the scallop folded flap to the front edge of box at opening flap.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Create a handle from the label piece, by scoring a fold line.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Pierce holes for paper brads in the folded over ends of the label.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Using a small curved bottle or tube to add a curve to the middle section of the mat board label.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Center the handle onto the top of the gift box and pierce holes through the holes on the label handle, through the top of the gift box.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add the handle by applying a small amount of glue near the holes and then affixing the handle in place with the paper brads.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Spray a length of seam binding with desired color of distress stain. Scrunch the binding leave to dry.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Create a small bow; glue into the edge of the top handle.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><br /></p><div>
<p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12px;"><br /></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;">INFORMATION TO MAKE HAND WARMERS </span> </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut four pieces flannel to measure 4” x 4” squares.</span></li></ul><p></p><div><p style="font-family: -webkit-standard; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut four pieces of muslin to measure </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">3 3/4” x 3 3/4” squares.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-family: -webkit-standard; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stitch around the muslin squares with a scant 1/4” seam. Leave a space open on one side about 1 1/2” in length. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Leave as is or turn the square inside out.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-family: -webkit-standard; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fill the muslin, stitched squares with white rice. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Do Not over fill.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-family: -webkit-standard; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Hand stitch the opening closed.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-family: -webkit-standard; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stitch around the flannel squares the same as the muslin squares, but leave one side completely open.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="font-family: -webkit-standard; text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Insert the rice filled squares into the flannel</span></li></ul><div><i><b>NOTE: </b>These instructions are given as a guide. Nothing is "written in stone"! There is information to be found online for many ideas to make hand warmers.</i></div><p></p></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><u><b style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">VERY IMPORTANT </b><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> </span></u></div><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 22.8px; text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">H</span><i style="font-family: arial;">and warmers will be briefly heated in the microwave before using. </i></li><li><i style="font-family: arial;">Do not use sparkly or shimmery fabrics or thread. </i></li><li><i style="font-family: arial;">Be sure that your chosen fabric and thread are made from </i><b style="font-family: arial;"><i>100% COTTON</i></b><i style="font-family: arial;">, and no way metallic in nature. </i></li><li><b style="font-family: arial;"><i>Synthetic fibers can catch fire</i></b><i style="font-family: arial;"> with repeated heating in the microwave.</i></li></ul><p></p>
<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 22.8px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">To use the hand warmers: Heat them in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Depending on the wattage of the microwave will determine the time. (Example- for a 950 watt </span><span style="font-family: arial;">microwave, heat the hand warmers for 30 seconds at full power.)</span></p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-74510356177975579812022-10-24T23:37:00.000-05:002022-10-24T23:37:40.501-05:00Double Geometric Cork Basket<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaWicUL-UZNNl-upEyDHWzOIVrBtaJTkJPG2pGaQPqTMZXQhrjR6f9uojBdgHW9S9qar8md4qcvlXpuIU5NBz2wpvMkC8fS7ngLj-8SPTsXx3E0WXSHsoyrjJgM2p-fCjEe7aoZGw1x8pVTax0qTMCSV7XYrUMs4zwEEYxmyktYoHzmrKA_rCFra2A/s1280/IMG_2387.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1124" height="573" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaWicUL-UZNNl-upEyDHWzOIVrBtaJTkJPG2pGaQPqTMZXQhrjR6f9uojBdgHW9S9qar8md4qcvlXpuIU5NBz2wpvMkC8fS7ngLj-8SPTsXx3E0WXSHsoyrjJgM2p-fCjEe7aoZGw1x8pVTax0qTMCSV7XYrUMs4zwEEYxmyktYoHzmrKA_rCFra2A/w503-h573/IMG_2387.jpg" width="503" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The newest Chapter 4 release from<a href="https://www.sizzix.com/eileen-hull"> Eileen Hull for Sizzix</a> included the <i><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/666046/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-geometric-box-by-eileen-hull">Geometric Box</a></i>. We’ve been seeing and sharing wonderful ideas with the unique design. I chose to share, as a blog post this month, another version of a sample I created for the release. </span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq7kM_XDb94wxkbT_Qn2vcNqzidFYzvYWIiPrxrPGgu_lui99h1N5a77myciBiDeC8Vvxuk03tH65Ti1lnJwXMf8f54ElCMg3N1lPElmFmp8TCzk9aQB3g3mU8E0-bIYix2Z8NXmzuJFQhiPDIMBGHsHEFh38l4UseD_91-w_XuoBaSNzQV_56Efpe/s1797/Double%20Box.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1330" data-original-width="1797" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq7kM_XDb94wxkbT_Qn2vcNqzidFYzvYWIiPrxrPGgu_lui99h1N5a77myciBiDeC8Vvxuk03tH65Ti1lnJwXMf8f54ElCMg3N1lPElmFmp8TCzk9aQB3g3mU8E0-bIYix2Z8NXmzuJFQhiPDIMBGHsHEFh38l4UseD_91-w_XuoBaSNzQV_56Efpe/s320/Double%20Box.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">I wanted to share this idea with others. I didn’t want the box to be rigid as it would be but using mat board. Still needed a base that would cut well and fold easily along the score lines. Using a heavyweight watercolor paper between two sheets of decorative card stock gave the box flexibility and the sturdiness I had hope for. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">When making this double basket I was able to include the use of of cork sheets by Sizzix as the top layer of the geometric boxes.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>MATERIALS</b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Big Shot machine</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/666046/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-geometric-box-by-eileen-hull">Geometric Box die</a></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Watercolor paper, 140#</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/663892/sizzix-surfacez-cork-roll-12-x-48">Sizzix Cork roll</a></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative card stock</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> Double-sided adhesive sheets</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Mat board, small square </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Sizzix thinlit dies</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Distress ink</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cosmetic sponge </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">White gel pen (optional)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cord, for handle (optional) </span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i>THE PROCESS OF CONSTRUCTING THE BOXES</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Choose a decor paper for outer layers.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cover both sides of the watercolor paper with double sided adhesive. </span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNmW16iiGmUBovERmfDJy6nSNCAxo77Enj6oupBSBZX2ur7ThjTxh-US3GBgyelfWIQF0tV9S3Tm8zOfA52JQwRRGYuDNVHHb7hGfWjnWgeFoywG_4AyOvXw6j8ltH8nzGW8yo6thQmm-Bs6jGjoR_TvRWDOFSL7Mnd-eXNFX7Xxi5FefsDm9NeypR/s640/layers.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="603" data-original-width="640" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNmW16iiGmUBovERmfDJy6nSNCAxo77Enj6oupBSBZX2ur7ThjTxh-US3GBgyelfWIQF0tV9S3Tm8zOfA52JQwRRGYuDNVHHb7hGfWjnWgeFoywG_4AyOvXw6j8ltH8nzGW8yo6thQmm-Bs6jGjoR_TvRWDOFSL7Mnd-eXNFX7Xxi5FefsDm9NeypR/s320/layers.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cover 2 squares of mat board with cork and decorative paper and double sided adhesive.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Remove liner paper and layer cork to one side of watercolor paper.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Remove liner paper on other side and layer with the decorative paper.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Die-cut 4 box pieces of the layered papers <i><b>NOTE: </b>These will create 2 boxes.</i></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtDbOWmd_lQ00Rxbp9H03Ia0xgTt1if9j63DwZhIp6wniCD8iMScbTRBIkUwDXbx4re8RmyG8XftZVuEpl8EZ4BWaHw4AGinmewL96SXkoVFtoacmpl15pxQ46iIV-rcT3EsBM4vEwOoF97XXPRAL_KkuN2XzrlCdobX-fFI6-aqq-RSw6qD8S-iaS/s640/Box%20cuts.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="422" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtDbOWmd_lQ00Rxbp9H03Ia0xgTt1if9j63DwZhIp6wniCD8iMScbTRBIkUwDXbx4re8RmyG8XftZVuEpl8EZ4BWaHw4AGinmewL96SXkoVFtoacmpl15pxQ46iIV-rcT3EsBM4vEwOoF97XXPRAL_KkuN2XzrlCdobX-fFI6-aqq-RSw6qD8S-iaS/s320/Box%20cuts.jpg" width="211" /></a></div></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut two box bottoms from cork covered mat board.</span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7snQL1V2LniB_rLnEesCzgf-_F4Y9O5JkXjkvugCC6mW9pDGM773irsLUjKYXcdgKWyB0gzDp1BDKU1Eu3ngvXkzXYy73X8IbleR-eM2JI_1jiX0_bmyTB2rvOjfa3J0GVW-GY4X8AQorbf2Z4RWoKQh6el5vh8pb-LbJqOpG9zMx8OMmmo2eldp3/s1121/Bottom.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1003" data-original-width="1121" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7snQL1V2LniB_rLnEesCzgf-_F4Y9O5JkXjkvugCC6mW9pDGM773irsLUjKYXcdgKWyB0gzDp1BDKU1Eu3ngvXkzXYy73X8IbleR-eM2JI_1jiX0_bmyTB2rvOjfa3J0GVW-GY4X8AQorbf2Z4RWoKQh6el5vh8pb-LbJqOpG9zMx8OMmmo2eldp3/s320/Bottom.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fold all the box pieces on the score lines.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Remove a thin layer of the paper from the joining edges of each piece.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue two of the box pieces together to form the box.</span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRyjlIcxr1XNdx2Jel3LnucU_kE9UFsR2X5l_E_hQS8gEo99dAKlDjIVz6CRzjwvR4q16pT0Gsj-4TMCvG_xCkRPPdkpYBEj5r-EdzhHFliSq61UcCo2759eIOg2gIYJ8Wj3wZelxNEQXHup7n5FF-qf4JPDC4smNqcPrfn3sLsGUu5uoBJEcGq-5/s640/cuts%20for%20one.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="510" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRyjlIcxr1XNdx2Jel3LnucU_kE9UFsR2X5l_E_hQS8gEo99dAKlDjIVz6CRzjwvR4q16pT0Gsj-4TMCvG_xCkRPPdkpYBEj5r-EdzhHFliSq61UcCo2759eIOg2gIYJ8Wj3wZelxNEQXHup7n5FF-qf4JPDC4smNqcPrfn3sLsGUu5uoBJEcGq-5/s320/cuts%20for%20one.jpg" width="255" /></a></div></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Complete the second box. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue the bottoms into the boxes.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Align the boxes next to each other. </span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizbasprXXg1Ypofdn6r6LTBfuri_7ogmNP5SctdKiXI-KMb2gJeo88IpB6yD92oZt356zT1qKJX0xqp9NvBFjTcanmuqUwspl_Nm9V891D6e2xEJwb_aYTeDNs37zEtvrgO0ZrH9JK0-ycZiYWZXKEHPfEyES7dlE3jmMjUFe__ylItweRc68BoOUG/s640/IMG_2375.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="640" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizbasprXXg1Ypofdn6r6LTBfuri_7ogmNP5SctdKiXI-KMb2gJeo88IpB6yD92oZt356zT1qKJX0xqp9NvBFjTcanmuqUwspl_Nm9V891D6e2xEJwb_aYTeDNs37zEtvrgO0ZrH9JK0-ycZiYWZXKEHPfEyES7dlE3jmMjUFe__ylItweRc68BoOUG/s320/IMG_2375.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Matching the point of the triangle and the straight edge of the bottom together.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Apply glue to one of the boxes and press the other to it to attach them together. </span><i style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> Double sided tape could also be used to attach them together but align them carefully</i></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAvY5wnlU7OaNSa2De4Z5ZgdhAeVWvNb_aMcmnxfgbBulfkwVNOMM3V19WWomD0fqaULQ3hZqP03aYGV6jQuBQM-n9MMKfGjtdrW7JE7wHLqpZ1rrTKAvo50_ZyuXats0FBVxKaH34V20iDC_LCqtqFpz9JMAHVtkoOI7FEen0rHNrtAJ0QEoT6ak2/s640/adding%20adhesive.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="605" data-original-width="640" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAvY5wnlU7OaNSa2De4Z5ZgdhAeVWvNb_aMcmnxfgbBulfkwVNOMM3V19WWomD0fqaULQ3hZqP03aYGV6jQuBQM-n9MMKfGjtdrW7JE7wHLqpZ1rrTKAvo50_ZyuXats0FBVxKaH34V20iDC_LCqtqFpz9JMAHVtkoOI7FEen0rHNrtAJ0QEoT6ak2/s320/adding%20adhesive.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></span></div></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i>EMBELLISH THE BOXES AS DESIRED</i></b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">I chose to ink along the edges of the top and bottom of the pieces and also along the angled folds. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">I die-cut some shapes using thinlits from the cork sheet. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue the cut designs onto 6 of the boxes triangles </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Lightly add some color onto the thinlit designs with a paint brush with your choice of coloring<i>.<b> NOTE:</b> These shapes can be colored before adhering to box.</i></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kE5UwW2DC1Z82qxS6FCuXqVW3NkIAumhHZrDW48qbjvX6IaUTnvQRM2NMSXpGm2JZm0HA9BlH4DIwsoRGqfT4wsd0_AbWmHFPh65lWIpeppQoAPUbJyJSwuLkMAxVEr9tIgmgLm9jRgs4D2mYi3b1efGd3izNT90jKxD9kKBDudApV9bvlYSou7k/s640/IMG_2376.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="582" data-original-width="640" height="291" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kE5UwW2DC1Z82qxS6FCuXqVW3NkIAumhHZrDW48qbjvX6IaUTnvQRM2NMSXpGm2JZm0HA9BlH4DIwsoRGqfT4wsd0_AbWmHFPh65lWIpeppQoAPUbJyJSwuLkMAxVEr9tIgmgLm9jRgs4D2mYi3b1efGd3izNT90jKxD9kKBDudApV9bvlYSou7k/s320/IMG_2376.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></span></div></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Optional </b>- Use a white gel pen to create dashes around the triangles </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"> Thread jute cord through holes punched into the sides and knotted for a handle</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-1914449553242235712022-09-26T16:03:00.001-05:002022-09-26T16:05:35.686-05:00Cards For The "Spooky" Season<p><span style="font-family: arial;">Sharing some card making with the help of Eileen Hull's new <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665982/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-skinny-mini-book-box-by-eileen-hull">Skinny Mini Card Box</a> and other Sizzix tools.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh43wT_YtKAwBHv-gWjtOzYPyo5z9jafSw-iNIWU_zazLv5US2tzZ4ZQwBx0e3uZb58HwkPKxnjWQtT8OD9O4a5rt-h4_a0xxTnP00ov1f7FhDXMdBdbZ8g7KvTpzkZ9b4YEZQOq5R2yem0DE84k0kdRAnUOJWYsAkdXAONbzDINiKvu5WketlGC0j4/s2359/2A5060E9-2067-4B7D-99A8-A5326727A71A.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2146" data-original-width="2359" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh43wT_YtKAwBHv-gWjtOzYPyo5z9jafSw-iNIWU_zazLv5US2tzZ4ZQwBx0e3uZb58HwkPKxnjWQtT8OD9O4a5rt-h4_a0xxTnP00ov1f7FhDXMdBdbZ8g7KvTpzkZ9b4YEZQOq5R2yem0DE84k0kdRAnUOJWYsAkdXAONbzDINiKvu5WketlGC0j4/w559-h550/2A5060E9-2067-4B7D-99A8-A5326727A71A.jpeg" width="559" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Two card boxes are made using mat board covered on both side with coordinating, decorative card stock. Handmade cards and envelopes are made for each box. This new box is the perfect size for holding mini slim style cards. Four seasonal cards, with envelopes are made for each box<b>. NOTE:</b> The box can likely hold 4 to 6 cards with envelopes. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>TIP:</b> Make sets of cards for different seasons or occasions. Add the handmade cards in a a lovely Skinny Mini box to match the occasion. These would be a great idea for gift giving. </span></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>MATERIALS</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665982/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-skinny-mini-book-box-by-eileen-hull">Skinny Mini Book Box die</a>,</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/656492/sizzix-making-essential-mat-board-6-x-13-white-6-sheets">Mat board </a>(2 pieces per box)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665869/sizzix-thinlits-die-set-2pk-snail-mail-by-eileen-hull">Snail Mail thinlit die</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative papers (2 designs per box)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Double-sided adhesive</span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Plain white card stock </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Contrasting, solid paper for middle layer</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Various decorative papers for top layer</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Stamps</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Inks</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Small, decorative dies for embellishments</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Alphabet dies</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">White copy paper (for envelopes)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Paper trimmer</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">1/8” doubled sided tape</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Scissors</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Making Process </b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Create the box(es) with coordinated papers and mat board with <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665982/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-skinny-mini-book-box-by-eileen-hull">Skinny Mini Book Box die</a></span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Making Layered Mini Slim Cards</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut card stock weight paper for base of cards, measuring 6 7/8” x 6 1/4”</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Middle layer, measures 5 7/8” x 3 1/4”</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Top layer, measures 5 5/8” x 3”</span></li></ul><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO6QGoqEgTw7YNV6u2sXGM1_lZrdwKqytScmnY22mrkI741m-kF5bpbyeBkHI3oxazz4dlrp2Ioj38wSE78OzYASRyn6Cm6OsA8Row1ciBKLlEfisTYseuTIkuje-6sLo217BbObDaUSASZeeg0NmqGg2SanGbY9laTYKEVEx4M2he_FFurR06ChV4/s2357/9F14AD35-0FFE-48B7-A1BB-3549799B4A4A.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1595" data-original-width="2357" height="271" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO6QGoqEgTw7YNV6u2sXGM1_lZrdwKqytScmnY22mrkI741m-kF5bpbyeBkHI3oxazz4dlrp2Ioj38wSE78OzYASRyn6Cm6OsA8Row1ciBKLlEfisTYseuTIkuje-6sLo217BbObDaUSASZeeg0NmqGg2SanGbY9laTYKEVEx4M2he_FFurR06ChV4/w400-h271/9F14AD35-0FFE-48B7-A1BB-3549799B4A4A.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Paper sizes for layers</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Iks4XcFmzlOMJZ4DZl_Rp7lEFw7fVAiSJevRffRCPyqIaSIIujtbYwWOo00OzxodurhOPNh-3V8a09NUUi1YeaZB3q5-0vzwdOTDRT8CGADMhfBd9j-r8rAzlc6IvzwmwlPdKatlb1-Ei77OYdOH9IydpKr5NqsFAHjAwNWDKA8S4dfsYGJRekbs/s640/IMG_2317.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="640" height="293" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Iks4XcFmzlOMJZ4DZl_Rp7lEFw7fVAiSJevRffRCPyqIaSIIujtbYwWOo00OzxodurhOPNh-3V8a09NUUi1YeaZB3q5-0vzwdOTDRT8CGADMhfBd9j-r8rAzlc6IvzwmwlPdKatlb1-Ei77OYdOH9IydpKr5NqsFAHjAwNWDKA8S4dfsYGJRekbs/s320/IMG_2317.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Layers</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Cut all the papers for each card.</li><li>Use a scoreboard and bone folder for adding the center fold to each card. </li><li>For layered papers, some<b> ideas</b> are to trim the edges of the layers with decorative scissors, tear the edges or machine stitch around the edges. </li></ul></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Adding extra embellishment layers with various materials as:</span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stickers</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Paper cut-outs</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stamped images</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Buttons</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Ribbons</span></li></ul><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">When creating card fronts on any size card, feel free to use a variety of materials for adding layers and interest. Here are some ideas:</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0hZpiGu4UgdpxovBfag3aMptPdpDIBzysAHkfm83rtD2J4bl4zxJ6eaFPRTWa9HwOhslBLxfrXKhhuFGZHGQpRAgDV8fySgbxQwPBY54_6nmXXz0WC20SUFkru8OCz4NR3VMikkD9qzScSLrNDzYErKnYJ6x_H0EntUmh7pT1tHQ1xrIDC3dcjzyC/s1280/IMG_2321.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="883" data-original-width="1280" height="386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0hZpiGu4UgdpxovBfag3aMptPdpDIBzysAHkfm83rtD2J4bl4zxJ6eaFPRTWa9HwOhslBLxfrXKhhuFGZHGQpRAgDV8fySgbxQwPBY54_6nmXXz0WC20SUFkru8OCz4NR3VMikkD9qzScSLrNDzYErKnYJ6x_H0EntUmh7pT1tHQ1xrIDC3dcjzyC/w559-h386/IMG_2321.jpg" width="559" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsUqJ9J0eFnWu9Vy0NqsryyhYE7S__gR2BRaaKfUfDBovID1eawuszgh39x2kfCNKArUqrl57ZPU2R5ZNhZlFf73plkpO2EkwvBSHT6Qp_vnrl2etSwvdK664smEuixaA7vLXmyD8GcELmYjUjY6QXg9Xaw72tgVwWJ258QFsh-Hkhot1pyLABikci/s1280/IMG_2323.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="922" data-original-width="1280" height="407" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsUqJ9J0eFnWu9Vy0NqsryyhYE7S__gR2BRaaKfUfDBovID1eawuszgh39x2kfCNKArUqrl57ZPU2R5ZNhZlFf73plkpO2EkwvBSHT6Qp_vnrl2etSwvdK664smEuixaA7vLXmyD8GcELmYjUjY6QXg9Xaw72tgVwWJ258QFsh-Hkhot1pyLABikci/w565-h407/IMG_2323.jpg" width="565" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-25696745027057599322022-08-22T20:42:00.007-05:002022-08-23T19:14:25.257-05:00Extra Space Storage Caddy <p><span style="font-family: arial;">One of the newest dies designed by Eileen Hull for the latest Chapter 3 collection is one called the Card Caddy. It is a scoreboard die that, makes it possible to create substantial holders with many purposes. Here is a version with extra storage to be used on a desk or craft table.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9PZ3YTo7zAIrM7VUwwNovhfRwoQg0kVE21Zxwf0VLs-zeOaHgCCFycOwx2v_8f6VWGuSWrl3XRXgpsQtA3d0P237AISV5_zfKWJtH_EoxfAVmt9Xge3XTGXEjA8dTJMGJWlUNpk9eiFMuFkr3Ty6hPIRibwbJc4PSeR9PWK1Z64pOMVQR7n4Wj0DY/s1280/Final%20caddy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1146" data-original-width="1280" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9PZ3YTo7zAIrM7VUwwNovhfRwoQg0kVE21Zxwf0VLs-zeOaHgCCFycOwx2v_8f6VWGuSWrl3XRXgpsQtA3d0P237AISV5_zfKWJtH_EoxfAVmt9Xge3XTGXEjA8dTJMGJWlUNpk9eiFMuFkr3Ty6hPIRibwbJc4PSeR9PWK1Z64pOMVQR7n4Wj0DY/w544-h488/Final%20caddy.jpg" width="544" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoKA8G7-_Oja1sk_IjGRfaN5M3JyrjuUC8a6F2Av5sfYPPkERzu9y9hhc6yG7GXTA98q_11H8TRYjV_M1hbUBT64MpRAB4GmARYcOwYia6YC-HpMuGc33xhwiO-mVBOU8xVxWixV2PSFHMBP8lymxMsTA_aT7DHtmgTJkhPrQHXoNS6WI3R3ah04sM/s640/Inside%20View.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="491" data-original-width="640" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoKA8G7-_Oja1sk_IjGRfaN5M3JyrjuUC8a6F2Av5sfYPPkERzu9y9hhc6yG7GXTA98q_11H8TRYjV_M1hbUBT64MpRAB4GmARYcOwYia6YC-HpMuGc33xhwiO-mVBOU8xVxWixV2PSFHMBP8lymxMsTA_aT7DHtmgTJkhPrQHXoNS6WI3R3ah04sM/w400-h308/Inside%20View.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">View inside storage caddy </span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The very first project I created was a mail caddy. It’s constructed by making three caddies and connecting them together. The design of this die is open to many combinations for books, albums and various holders. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The project for this post uses my original idea but taken to an expanded look. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpg_1Q_MF0qS3tzbYnFqg2j_Z0x0ZdaCPB9Dzy68SXSqorSP37Gv5Dg8frwh7Q9mPZvt6ADybm8iF5tfEYJDT3836L7Ac-E5L1zEjqY0CmjknnlM04tiCfZj94mMCOEd8EHblJft7lRsTCctLY8m53m5HoXQ4hNDz2EEJkfDf66Fd40bqohUijDh2t/s1654/mail%20caddy%20side.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1654" data-original-width="1631" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpg_1Q_MF0qS3tzbYnFqg2j_Z0x0ZdaCPB9Dzy68SXSqorSP37Gv5Dg8frwh7Q9mPZvt6ADybm8iF5tfEYJDT3836L7Ac-E5L1zEjqY0CmjknnlM04tiCfZj94mMCOEd8EHblJft7lRsTCctLY8m53m5HoXQ4hNDz2EEJkfDf66Fd40bqohUijDh2t/w298-h302/mail%20caddy%20side.jpg" width="298" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>By connecting finished caddies together, you are able to configure some lovely decorative containers for many different storage needs. Make them to fit you color scheme for a crafting area. The side pieces that close the caddy sides, can be used to make dividers; add one or more or none. A handle can easily be added for carrying if desired. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Let the making begin...</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">It all starts with choosing papers for covering the mat board. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cover each side of the mat board with coordinated papers of choice with double sided adhesive. <i>(<b>NOTE</b>: it is possible to cover the mat board with papers or using napkins and collage medium. This process may cause the mat board to warp but it can be straightened by pressing between parchment paper and heavy books.)</i></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjke6xqJo9VBOwFBEU8ukr6mkXqyeW59goRSLIic_w9CwV-OG2gPsO4ABNA-iXeZNCIfxib-CbfNAHweuR7FwgwBIeaSA7S1wyz9seaknZL_QwMGE4Wo5MavfukTLVFVGf3NWn-hFijW2Os9ma4sw6Ksl4X-TESubMMoDLEvzzkw7ud03T7FvyUMqKX/s1408/mat%20boards.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1408" data-original-width="1239" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjke6xqJo9VBOwFBEU8ukr6mkXqyeW59goRSLIic_w9CwV-OG2gPsO4ABNA-iXeZNCIfxib-CbfNAHweuR7FwgwBIeaSA7S1wyz9seaknZL_QwMGE4Wo5MavfukTLVFVGf3NWn-hFijW2Os9ma4sw6Ksl4X-TESubMMoDLEvzzkw7ud03T7FvyUMqKX/s320/mat%20boards.jpg" width="282" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cover <b>5 </b>pieces of mat board for each of the 5 caddies. One extra piece of mat board may be needed for the side pieces for each caddy, or extra dividers if desired. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Die-cut the caddy shape and sides from covered mat boards.</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUrO0UvxcmIO3d9VmJ-mXND-vk8qPTcJ8gz8zMGESmz_jzjBRCCe_gp7J1_rgOtoEF9ohJsOZzEEP7pWqB2sThIHRcFeq2t93xctJVlEmHG3_yY3A60thPyt2gv-ARt6JMmP-6ol85l3UjSTAYG3kgJIfV2s4n1ngCBkNWKe-erThwtfaEu7cHbTFY/s1280/cut%20pieces.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1062" data-original-width="1280" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUrO0UvxcmIO3d9VmJ-mXND-vk8qPTcJ8gz8zMGESmz_jzjBRCCe_gp7J1_rgOtoEF9ohJsOZzEEP7pWqB2sThIHRcFeq2t93xctJVlEmHG3_yY3A60thPyt2gv-ARt6JMmP-6ol85l3UjSTAYG3kgJIfV2s4n1ngCBkNWKe-erThwtfaEu7cHbTFY/s320/cut%20pieces.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Construct the caddy boxes, adding the two sides to each. <i><b>(NOTE:</b> Some of the paper layers on the tabs can be carefully removed, if desired.)</i></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUPMtAtAbaO0nHw4hW9GIZ4y1YApVHJF8GMhqzFdmlps3Wk18Qn-qSfEq4q8MwCinejKqn1AOwJXz_Q3xdpKrKEJYFo9b2nZVDkGbE5mGheRZDCzw6maME6t6mqcNuE0TYsogiz08lKElkxfnGIO-pTqJhzeg5zmc27Y9L50zkfu1ipzm0DaNziRuV/s1467/prepped%20ppieces.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1114" data-original-width="1467" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUPMtAtAbaO0nHw4hW9GIZ4y1YApVHJF8GMhqzFdmlps3Wk18Qn-qSfEq4q8MwCinejKqn1AOwJXz_Q3xdpKrKEJYFo9b2nZVDkGbE5mGheRZDCzw6maME6t6mqcNuE0TYsogiz08lKElkxfnGIO-pTqJhzeg5zmc27Y9L50zkfu1ipzm0DaNziRuV/s320/prepped%20ppieces.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Complete the construction of FIVE caddies. <i>(<b>NOTE:</b> three for the center section, two more that will be the end caddies on each side.)</i></span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LU1gahvWr9S6jOz3mxmunhl7LyDZvotZP2jXN0p9x7rX4HO0WO1ihDeSikHAuQzoDWhEyK-FY4Jsy05uGUsoeMkHd05jKeAeEeI0Rg9Yx0Pl6y1Vw33y51dYUAMIr_PBLiax5FOwDLL0mmqP78D5OjPnFCtNUMql39iL1a5Ibw0Eenuun8S4WMy7/s1280/placement.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="835" data-original-width="1280" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LU1gahvWr9S6jOz3mxmunhl7LyDZvotZP2jXN0p9x7rX4HO0WO1ihDeSikHAuQzoDWhEyK-FY4Jsy05uGUsoeMkHd05jKeAeEeI0Rg9Yx0Pl6y1Vw33y51dYUAMIr_PBLiax5FOwDLL0mmqP78D5OjPnFCtNUMql39iL1a5Ibw0Eenuun8S4WMy7/s320/placement.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnFuziUZKynUu7A56OtUugd_IkSbVGl4K37T6nivoeUDX5F8m82EZtw-GE6tOvHKQuAyd6iwrusReSqAj-Pg2UHYCkeRhRH5TMSbztiVXluRt0YLnDCcUqs-zNsKTefa7ZfpkCSfmbiCuMYgY-TMPB3_DG5_BBxxhzlMGK1Cp3vwH72jGtgLg0HDrC/s1290/center%20section.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1277" data-original-width="1290" height="317" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnFuziUZKynUu7A56OtUugd_IkSbVGl4K37T6nivoeUDX5F8m82EZtw-GE6tOvHKQuAyd6iwrusReSqAj-Pg2UHYCkeRhRH5TMSbztiVXluRt0YLnDCcUqs-zNsKTefa7ZfpkCSfmbiCuMYgY-TMPB3_DG5_BBxxhzlMGK1Cp3vwH72jGtgLg0HDrC/s320/center%20section.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The 3 center caddies. Add one more on each side. </span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Finishing the storage caddy</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b style="font-family: arial;">(</b><span style="font-family: arial;">Refer to top view photo for caddy alignment and handles.)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add twisted wire handles, if desired.</span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIaNzHl4dOy2sxOPpnEk4Gv63RRrXieeto6SXkkYD-ADH_T3oUkSyNOeRjw7Vin1c3qewF-7SCm08ASdTWTThlYvFKWElHJSZb-_fYhLtsXKUT16roIIbwx9A3_8PeU9lmrtTCtsyDu0NcJm6ykoldawVolhsSbnd0arBkvoTWQ-uPpD8ZroSCWqzh/s640/Inside%20View.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="491" data-original-width="640" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIaNzHl4dOy2sxOPpnEk4Gv63RRrXieeto6SXkkYD-ADH_T3oUkSyNOeRjw7Vin1c3qewF-7SCm08ASdTWTThlYvFKWElHJSZb-_fYhLtsXKUT16roIIbwx9A3_8PeU9lmrtTCtsyDu0NcJm6ykoldawVolhsSbnd0arBkvoTWQ-uPpD8ZroSCWqzh/s320/Inside%20View.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add embellishments of choice, such as fibers, ribbon, trims, flowers, etc.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add feet to the bottom corners, if desired. </span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>IDEAS:</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Instead of covering the mat board with decorative papers on each side, try napkin collage, old magazine page collage, painted mat boards with stencil designs, texture paint on the outside facing side, gel print the boards, fabric cover the boards boards on one side. Cover one side of mat boards with vinyl contact sheets to give a protective surface to the inner side of the caddy boxes. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The width of one finished caddy is slightly wider then the width of three caddies glued together. When connecting them, as in the project shown, then extra width is not really noticeable because of the embellishments wrapped around the entire piece, if desired, trim a scant 1/8” from each side of the die-cut piece before creating the caddy box. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Materials Used</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Mat board </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Coordinated Decorative papers</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Double-sided adhesive sheets or roll </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Heavy duty glue (Beacon 3-in-1)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Extras for embellishments </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Ink</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Wire</span></li></ul><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-30946853415850449472022-08-01T15:05:00.001-05:002022-08-04T14:12:38.885-05:00Chapter 3 Release Time - Let The Ideas Flow<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbWWauGuL7ywohLvzv8LQd3oFTZkVTusiXTkhOSsdUczMNoCRrDz24talGosMcqvhV9P1l6JT8NjRhuOj_Oyqo0uumKbWM8xGCgLdOj8kNAn7o7mmvQcTq-cKdLttavKxCXl07A7E_u0_2UvnCpuktSbrBtj3Uj2CaY7svZ6P7UVyA7pQjVNHENLMZ/s540/296384910_10224764730800216_6917673432033546929_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="514" height="583" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbWWauGuL7ywohLvzv8LQd3oFTZkVTusiXTkhOSsdUczMNoCRrDz24talGosMcqvhV9P1l6JT8NjRhuOj_Oyqo0uumKbWM8xGCgLdOj8kNAn7o7mmvQcTq-cKdLttavKxCXl07A7E_u0_2UvnCpuktSbrBtj3Uj2CaY7svZ6P7UVyA7pQjVNHENLMZ/w556-h583/296384910_10224764730800216_6917673432033546929_n.jpg" width="556" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">It’s that time again! Eileen has new Sizzix products out and let the creativity begin! There are two scoreboard dies, one intricate thinlit die and a 3D embossing folder in this release. Here are images of each new item!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Now to share ideas, that I had the so much fun creating with the new Chapter 3 collection. </b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Starting with the card caddy die, here are four ways I used this die.</span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQbvyAiEvOwIaBJN0qDIn32uiYEWCXv9J_j6_st_BNqxk-Jrp0fGcf_kNtwEpdRNMdWdo48gBO4Sa54BEzfQiNhwz1lNDMt9YsQWZdQzj6HsYkxh6BqcEAuG778Se_f3SbaFhwl0Z5__PaRRt6E4x9B5B3lPcjOSfVWfZl4TZHEz7xyDQm7Np97zmy/s1654/IMG_2188.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1654" data-original-width="1631" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQbvyAiEvOwIaBJN0qDIn32uiYEWCXv9J_j6_st_BNqxk-Jrp0fGcf_kNtwEpdRNMdWdo48gBO4Sa54BEzfQiNhwz1lNDMt9YsQWZdQzj6HsYkxh6BqcEAuG778Se_f3SbaFhwl0Z5__PaRRt6E4x9B5B3lPcjOSfVWfZl4TZHEz7xyDQm7Np97zmy/w395-h400/IMG_2188.jpg" width="395" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card Caddy x 3</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYPmy-rRV98NQHZ4yZ-4ooflZM9UnnFi9xsrBgVQgUkKgr3HydW752ZcJf7qwyb_jrOaqj3lHPuk8Ccypf80w0E5wAnJEs5pKuWzUbPrALmZHsAaM3jfwYLJBLFnZXtGdj7O1T_gd2SSAwJb31f2QPLCeK5MutRTPlmp2JybwuuLzmIKb0_qvd2fk0/s1412/Keepsake%20caddy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1299" data-original-width="1412" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYPmy-rRV98NQHZ4yZ-4ooflZM9UnnFi9xsrBgVQgUkKgr3HydW752ZcJf7qwyb_jrOaqj3lHPuk8Ccypf80w0E5wAnJEs5pKuWzUbPrALmZHsAaM3jfwYLJBLFnZXtGdj7O1T_gd2SSAwJb31f2QPLCeK5MutRTPlmp2JybwuuLzmIKb0_qvd2fk0/w400-h368/Keepsake%20caddy.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaBHkvhwb-K1ZyIqpjKt6XJIYNb-2KAu2VGoMAUWT19Ahx1hSeGv236RW-RLmCcNPW6i_8LYcW0ginAO5WYnmxRjUnnPXq73wkPnZlTw7os06XQZBwBi2GR0JatQKidFBbNr5HwMFl7TbzdCiHnRI3K8JP2SnWOKy_zL1vWodhnDkbxbcV07n-6osp/s1280/Keepsake%20caddy%20inside.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="892" data-original-width="1280" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaBHkvhwb-K1ZyIqpjKt6XJIYNb-2KAu2VGoMAUWT19Ahx1hSeGv236RW-RLmCcNPW6i_8LYcW0ginAO5WYnmxRjUnnPXq73wkPnZlTw7os06XQZBwBi2GR0JatQKidFBbNr5HwMFl7TbzdCiHnRI3K8JP2SnWOKy_zL1vWodhnDkbxbcV07n-6osp/w400-h279/Keepsake%20caddy%20inside.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card Caddy & More</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjChyQB6jKIvl8qBfgHCp9xBaD31L_LYqRQRbRCN4j2sMHrfDGYCAdMNKTbgH-LYbfJt3v4x9ObA8N25v3dB5jC7xGH1ajsGcAvW0y1P9_W-SSDHoJZBB413teRk4htrIEeAWKZUTKULPhTV-NrsrmDQ-IXuyK5vwwlQAQ5DuJCHn5heLHAHP4rB5oc/s1280/home%20banner.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1280" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjChyQB6jKIvl8qBfgHCp9xBaD31L_LYqRQRbRCN4j2sMHrfDGYCAdMNKTbgH-LYbfJt3v4x9ObA8N25v3dB5jC7xGH1ajsGcAvW0y1P9_W-SSDHoJZBB413teRk4htrIEeAWKZUTKULPhTV-NrsrmDQ-IXuyK5vwwlQAQ5DuJCHn5heLHAHP4rB5oc/w400-h219/home%20banner.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWSoMvG3Eyl8A1VEW8x8EbTxGWC24g-Aac2ercLIOAnARlgU_ta5xmrbJKG58LJtRtxDvBE9bWZb3LDgQe1hiaUlY6wsHeztbaNj2RRxMHdUHGuL0XKchSORKSoR5194KAUy8JInfsguOPvchvQ5rGKU2B41gAFqdCKdfaFmUiytJSHdF_SXWHpQX8/s2502/IMG_2198.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1495" data-original-width="2502" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWSoMvG3Eyl8A1VEW8x8EbTxGWC24g-Aac2ercLIOAnARlgU_ta5xmrbJKG58LJtRtxDvBE9bWZb3LDgQe1hiaUlY6wsHeztbaNj2RRxMHdUHGuL0XKchSORKSoR5194KAUy8JInfsguOPvchvQ5rGKU2B41gAFqdCKdfaFmUiytJSHdF_SXWHpQX8/w400-h239/IMG_2198.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card Caddy Banners</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The skinny mini book box die is another versatile die and here are three ways I used it. </span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9wnqgmAkK8UD0Q9CVAwdnVa08cf2Vlr1NR0rWFnvyeCSdcN0LhT3qsoaRsn-5kbGhStdsN004nl2nUfMyzxSzpdFYdzfSrEc5Y3rki7Mh8bKwer-epNg4E3jj1IaZivRP8T2h2jpw1C6NK9RdSsAAfj5pmMu0aN0IjS3lmmfOduCjobj3A2T45guI/s640/sewing%20box.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="469" data-original-width="640" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9wnqgmAkK8UD0Q9CVAwdnVa08cf2Vlr1NR0rWFnvyeCSdcN0LhT3qsoaRsn-5kbGhStdsN004nl2nUfMyzxSzpdFYdzfSrEc5Y3rki7Mh8bKwer-epNg4E3jj1IaZivRP8T2h2jpw1C6NK9RdSsAAfj5pmMu0aN0IjS3lmmfOduCjobj3A2T45guI/w400-h294/sewing%20box.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Skinny Mini Sewing Box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE2mfYCLSamTCsM2idGIXPgtAKktTM2xsnA0CcWF1yPgmq-u7Oo3iZNnuGFAt1RHvDLNP0StlhiSEiBFAthjoQZzq6IcRlSR2K4uDD1YRK9Z8Y7fHkvsSJNxxut5I7JQQYaJB0R-y7atyQX61PFCyZyiJNuTITnUKrZjxtJVh0opvz2L8b-vavnBR_/s1280/double%20box%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1230" data-original-width="1280" height="385" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE2mfYCLSamTCsM2idGIXPgtAKktTM2xsnA0CcWF1yPgmq-u7Oo3iZNnuGFAt1RHvDLNP0StlhiSEiBFAthjoQZzq6IcRlSR2K4uDD1YRK9Z8Y7fHkvsSJNxxut5I7JQQYaJB0R-y7atyQX61PFCyZyiJNuTITnUKrZjxtJVh0opvz2L8b-vavnBR_/w400-h385/double%20box%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Pc-adGpYmLX-nqo2vB1FIc1nwuX4pHbvLuhjje-dZHb3AZhL5aRRmRpFK6Oddp9xaaZ1TNv4yH5xBhUlTkReWiLmmz7t2_m8bIvjDV_sKmQZFp43Id2GRjk_rZCF6fAv2oxlGhZmbONlNGV4uBETyn05NroYWn7X-hr4FA9xdmVn-yNvHzU4aIBu/s2610/8549003A-8CA8-4B5C-90CA-AAB228F6146D.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2610" data-original-width="2105" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Pc-adGpYmLX-nqo2vB1FIc1nwuX4pHbvLuhjje-dZHb3AZhL5aRRmRpFK6Oddp9xaaZ1TNv4yH5xBhUlTkReWiLmmz7t2_m8bIvjDV_sKmQZFp43Id2GRjk_rZCF6fAv2oxlGhZmbONlNGV4uBETyn05NroYWn7X-hr4FA9xdmVn-yNvHzU4aIBu/w323-h400/8549003A-8CA8-4B5C-90CA-AAB228F6146D.jpeg" width="323" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Skinny Mini Double Card Box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibGhmstocHMxrE69mxZ0NGcZU-PPteOFwPnnY-yjpa1-8hlgnRoJnPEsZLGF5KGmKWwJXJBHCTbuJHvMwv_6Ne-C8R_PlDFNDRjvT6hsg2khS2PI9jwcoN--jjxEvBr_ZMQWOr1ZqQAAE6SWzwKeENmHCqaiyORBYO51OHrX3CBJmWRLlReOMYvzZj/s1280/Book%20Box%20SIde%20view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="964" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibGhmstocHMxrE69mxZ0NGcZU-PPteOFwPnnY-yjpa1-8hlgnRoJnPEsZLGF5KGmKWwJXJBHCTbuJHvMwv_6Ne-C8R_PlDFNDRjvT6hsg2khS2PI9jwcoN--jjxEvBr_ZMQWOr1ZqQAAE6SWzwKeENmHCqaiyORBYO51OHrX3CBJmWRLlReOMYvzZj/w301-h400/Book%20Box%20SIde%20view.jpg" width="301" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVX-XHqlkXHYab0huQbDQ4jdjeHBitjuOaLgA2Y_SUXo_3m8DbPDcYoZvrQ7TN61XiRV4v0xIOIX_dBJH8cxc-VjI0-3agmzISDXe3iGVfRdNX_iiPvHmnvhhZGGqW5ls8nFdYXL-zMiUzCNd_HpxZt0fdJbwd9EeAS_ZcaO-2MteLJN2op8kKsorR/s1280/BB%20Inside%20view.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1062" data-original-width="1280" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVX-XHqlkXHYab0huQbDQ4jdjeHBitjuOaLgA2Y_SUXo_3m8DbPDcYoZvrQ7TN61XiRV4v0xIOIX_dBJH8cxc-VjI0-3agmzISDXe3iGVfRdNX_iiPvHmnvhhZGGqW5ls8nFdYXL-zMiUzCNd_HpxZt0fdJbwd9EeAS_ZcaO-2MteLJN2op8kKsorR/s320/BB%20Inside%20view.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Skinny Mini With Shadow Box Frames</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">After making these seven initial projects as samples for Eileen’s new release, I continued with a few more ideas. </span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXX_myIqiC2YzLqfc_dSJ0RPpgPS8J2dUsEOWD-xXCuxBd2HQFfWaRv8ZtvmuW35YR0ca5SW2huMnPdtisJFpVfPVycyZBzX-ACCqPcq02TbcER_sLiKM73dFGaiWWrti2qQBXBIDBiJVMyUZ44y-fuIM_Vq5VGP6MHs2EtVNImWV6hYyVGw0-8ZF9/s1773/825DF84C-FA3D-4DCD-89D7-0C0275BF62B2.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1773" data-original-width="1645" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXX_myIqiC2YzLqfc_dSJ0RPpgPS8J2dUsEOWD-xXCuxBd2HQFfWaRv8ZtvmuW35YR0ca5SW2huMnPdtisJFpVfPVycyZBzX-ACCqPcq02TbcER_sLiKM73dFGaiWWrti2qQBXBIDBiJVMyUZ44y-fuIM_Vq5VGP6MHs2EtVNImWV6hYyVGw0-8ZF9/w371-h400/825DF84C-FA3D-4DCD-89D7-0C0275BF62B2.jpeg" width="371" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Skinny Mini Thinlit Candle Surround</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCM3Ig9M4w1Vy7nMnp5-lsDSKXoGTnLLggk3V4vK7Zya-SN94tnQqFfdpqciT0I53Vxpx5g1Z7FlLiJqiLB0XbrBMu3eRxqIa6-GGbH8Q2Byw4nTKhxXlKYqJhZljTiAo-QbA0GlEOUVa4vXw8_9hX1M8YFtXIEBcoNcmLG9tkX9DVZS2gNNR3XqY-/s2098/06291F95-9437-4A21-887F-16B2B6920DDD.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1840" data-original-width="2098" height="351" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCM3Ig9M4w1Vy7nMnp5-lsDSKXoGTnLLggk3V4vK7Zya-SN94tnQqFfdpqciT0I53Vxpx5g1Z7FlLiJqiLB0XbrBMu3eRxqIa6-GGbH8Q2Byw4nTKhxXlKYqJhZljTiAo-QbA0GlEOUVa4vXw8_9hX1M8YFtXIEBcoNcmLG9tkX9DVZS2gNNR3XqY-/w400-h351/06291F95-9437-4A21-887F-16B2B6920DDD.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card Caddy Holiday Idea Box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx0sFIjFBS5HZxXpOcCh4iM8vIXlKnJJADt-FIrTB0zwOTtlsA-D6GA0lHdbytUqY8zr5bgP9KT3JMmVhav3lJyb9OfaepUXjY5RO2SZJtbAIcUUpsZgcdJqKW8urk2ioFxN_r3vheori28ZZGOrAoZhwlrkREodmYB2Ocfk-Hu2OhdjYPT-DOH8H2/s1669/D68A2E03-2D81-4283-B01E-492F3435401F.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1669" data-original-width="1315" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx0sFIjFBS5HZxXpOcCh4iM8vIXlKnJJADt-FIrTB0zwOTtlsA-D6GA0lHdbytUqY8zr5bgP9KT3JMmVhav3lJyb9OfaepUXjY5RO2SZJtbAIcUUpsZgcdJqKW8urk2ioFxN_r3vheori28ZZGOrAoZhwlrkREodmYB2Ocfk-Hu2OhdjYPT-DOH8H2/w315-h400/D68A2E03-2D81-4283-B01E-492F3435401F.jpeg" width="315" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Skinny Mini Folder Holder</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">In the next few weeks I’ll share more details on a couple of these projects.<i><b> NOTE:</b> Most if not all of the projects created, I have used <b>new </b>and older design elements from various collections of Eileen Hull's for Sizzix. Some projects also have various other components from all from Sizzix added for embellishments. </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Link to Eileen Hull’s Sizzix Hub:<a href="https://www.sizzix.com/eileen-hull"> LINK</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Link to Eileen Hull Designs blog:<a href="https://www.eileenhull.com/blog"> LINK</a></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-11059913789927014792022-07-25T15:28:00.002-05:002022-07-28T09:54:53.799-05:00Time To Travel Is Anytime<p><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRSWgvBXOobfUJNCJnWzEtbZsjeT3OHUHZVDbFZOW3NeC2drifhpIKrmxiokQgJiWh2vnN9fQq-8dRLAI2zfjEP-pyDoe-ZnRfJythzOIlyeONIv-ss0CGSjDsOgsQ-h08s4ShCnSM0TcgecM84pPTkN_AXXaCA0jzL9MU85gwUYsA9qLTVFIRlsm/s640/IMG_2215.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="522" height="657" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRSWgvBXOobfUJNCJnWzEtbZsjeT3OHUHZVDbFZOW3NeC2drifhpIKrmxiokQgJiWh2vnN9fQq-8dRLAI2zfjEP-pyDoe-ZnRfJythzOIlyeONIv-ss0CGSjDsOgsQ-h08s4ShCnSM0TcgecM84pPTkN_AXXaCA0jzL9MU85gwUYsA9qLTVFIRlsm/w536-h657/IMG_2215.jpg" width="536" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Summertime usually means travel time, but it happens everyday throughout the year for different reasons. Here in this post I'm sharing an easy project to have on hand either for the car, a RV or to keep in a travel bag. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">In all the examples here, each book contains notebooks for keeping track of any variety of information and holders for receipts or various items needed while traveling or on the road, either near home or away. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For all the examples here and others I have made in the past for a few of my traveling friends, I like to use images of maps. Either use found maps from resale shops, or pages from old road atlas's. I have also printed out copies of map images to use for covering books. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Any of the book dies, old or new, that are from Eileen Hull's collection by Sizzix make wonderful travel companions. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The main purpose of the book featured, was to have something on hand in my car. By using the Pocket Notebook (#663638), the size makes it easy for storing in the glove compartment of a car or for slipping it into a side door pocket for easy access.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">There are several other dies that could by used in the same fashion, and listed here:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Passport Book (#660331)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Wrapped Journal (#662816)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Folio Journal (#664884)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Mini Album (#658982) </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Journal (#661906)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Insert for any of these can either be made or small notebooks or pads can be found at various outlets around or online. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For purchased note book inserts, the outsides can be covered over with other coordinating papers of even fabrics. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Folder envelopes can be fashioned as inserts also. <b>NOTE: <i>I made a simple folder from two small envelopes. I covered the envelopes with clear contact paper to give them some strength and protection. If the folder becomes tattered, make another and replace or add more.</i></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b></b></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0tH7IUQR3LGE5vL4FcVnQCrTtByvwutF041f-d4GNS3viPK7HYkLWtoTy3aLz2HlP8_dtSlRld7dzVZUcG5uLsmn2TG6DSa4JXcfGTvClwegHqB2gSOzFI0F0WTx1iEVAQouSUytY9R-faj3wyG8hICmmwIPnW7UZQbbLgj5ZCYJxW9IF5Mq9RaK0/s640/IMG_2228.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="572" data-original-width="640" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0tH7IUQR3LGE5vL4FcVnQCrTtByvwutF041f-d4GNS3viPK7HYkLWtoTy3aLz2HlP8_dtSlRld7dzVZUcG5uLsmn2TG6DSa4JXcfGTvClwegHqB2gSOzFI0F0WTx1iEVAQouSUytY9R-faj3wyG8hICmmwIPnW7UZQbbLgj5ZCYJxW9IF5Mq9RaK0/s320/IMG_2228.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Envelope folder view1</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkCitLgV5WYRkM7rURj_5kaF7YJkvdvfHKwN6WFxAITnT3rP5DTmTtZbt7_gXZo3JPq4zKG7GLmTaqjAWI8Z4ffVi43xkYqxWdOivYToyuhqnuNa9OG5ZfG4LYIEALJJg7larNZcncSydTvawRGRP9EKYTn5FrKmFlf-Yzxavdv5u43w6oBG5Jjojg/s640/image0%202.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="606" data-original-width="640" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkCitLgV5WYRkM7rURj_5kaF7YJkvdvfHKwN6WFxAITnT3rP5DTmTtZbt7_gXZo3JPq4zKG7GLmTaqjAWI8Z4ffVi43xkYqxWdOivYToyuhqnuNa9OG5ZfG4LYIEALJJg7larNZcncSydTvawRGRP9EKYTn5FrKmFlf-Yzxavdv5u43w6oBG5Jjojg/s320/image0%202.jpeg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Envelope Folder view 2</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><b><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8UoAaOrLnisr3BL5eIMtRrR7WEE9oexOe8oj8njbLc2VefNqKk4KjrwLJJXH5OIkquW4BAQ-10wNLUF520fNwsFOIIlPB7w9O1HBwOmMK2l0AUhcYVaODm4HdLiKGEIU-h2SNCc-CnSLPKGdTMX9cbdud9UyTYiY_eLA_msAi6RUWuDozUrxMIOzf/s640/image0.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="640" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8UoAaOrLnisr3BL5eIMtRrR7WEE9oexOe8oj8njbLc2VefNqKk4KjrwLJJXH5OIkquW4BAQ-10wNLUF520fNwsFOIIlPB7w9O1HBwOmMK2l0AUhcYVaODm4HdLiKGEIU-h2SNCc-CnSLPKGdTMX9cbdud9UyTYiY_eLA_msAi6RUWuDozUrxMIOzf/s320/image0.jpeg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Book Inserts</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><i><br /></i></b></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg26BEEbv_I4AOT4fxnLjiOrQWeQH5aJQ7KBv_XdwfM3vgQzm2Itx9-pSwNxi-jhgSBt_GAN64vP7vYkrcsRF6167RTfUp5se-XJjPLhzDLjQsoCBwgITqjAcH8UmP99sopEjtgiU-QIbgFFIC-N1vZcUhZC2xWkszmjszJaAwWqy_q9uJeiNMIL7zB/s3264/travel%20journal%20for%20girls.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg26BEEbv_I4AOT4fxnLjiOrQWeQH5aJQ7KBv_XdwfM3vgQzm2Itx9-pSwNxi-jhgSBt_GAN64vP7vYkrcsRF6167RTfUp5se-XJjPLhzDLjQsoCBwgITqjAcH8UmP99sopEjtgiU-QIbgFFIC-N1vZcUhZC2xWkszmjszJaAwWqy_q9uJeiNMIL7zB/w300-h400/travel%20journal%20for%20girls.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">These two travel books were created for my granddaughters. Each year, after the school is over, they have been lucky to go traveling with their parents for a week. These were made for the summer they went on a two week trip, by car to several places West. They contained pages for writing and pages for drawing, along with places to slip small finds and keepsakes of their travels. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I made similar journals for friends who went on a trip overseas, using maps of the countries they were traveling to. </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgspHY2wQCPkk7RHAwcrXkxzrnVqcrIdGcbJdPFmmXn7SVVUpF44DItzTG5UeHXZtsBK1N1rkNpqNV0hQw9h50WoMYpIwlbCdEbeGNK8AhTkBySvpPB80khrHCpAU6m_sf3mLBCsk58mYcq-rdinMfJoyUb82hg_7OP2BT2Id8xRjUROogaQIkeC4xn/s598/new%20journal.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="598" data-original-width="403" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgspHY2wQCPkk7RHAwcrXkxzrnVqcrIdGcbJdPFmmXn7SVVUpF44DItzTG5UeHXZtsBK1N1rkNpqNV0hQw9h50WoMYpIwlbCdEbeGNK8AhTkBySvpPB80khrHCpAU6m_sf3mLBCsk58mYcq-rdinMfJoyUb82hg_7OP2BT2Id8xRjUROogaQIkeC4xn/w270-h400/new%20journal.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><br /><div><b><span style="font-size: large;">Use this<a href="https://www.sizzix.com/eileen-hull"><span style="color: #01ffff;"> </span><span style="color: #0b5394;">LINK </span></a>to visit Eileen's Hub on the Sizzix website </span></b></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-75223108301091360372022-06-21T09:28:00.006-05:002022-06-22T10:30:43.938-05:00Leftover/Unused Die-cuts Become Something New<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsiJa7JyGGt6YnupTY391ksjOJhv_LDsESoBqbbNJLB0WxOgC-uznL2L2M7Z_MPoIJz7abYq5ntROX4bZNmAaowUb8VYQ6TXZXulhg4RXwC869GFUmDvNACDXshNJ-j0XqcVsYjLcMXsiyIov8rWV5-Msk0L1TapHibj_ZphfoEeAGOVkDzrTI9e3/s1280/IMG_2149.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1043" data-original-width="1280" height="457" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsiJa7JyGGt6YnupTY391ksjOJhv_LDsESoBqbbNJLB0WxOgC-uznL2L2M7Z_MPoIJz7abYq5ntROX4bZNmAaowUb8VYQ6TXZXulhg4RXwC869GFUmDvNACDXshNJ-j0XqcVsYjLcMXsiyIov8rWV5-Msk0L1TapHibj_ZphfoEeAGOVkDzrTI9e3/w560-h457/IMG_2149.jpg" width="560" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">There are several unused die cut pieces that I keep handy in a container as well as an array of unfinished and unused embellishments. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Since the majority of elements for the vintage truck and the camper </span><span style="font-family: arial;">(minus just a couple)</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;">were available in my stash, plus with the 4th of July only a few weeks away, I felt it called for some new summer holiday decor. </span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The basic main, precut pieces were were painted either with red paint and blue paint. All tires were painted black. The hub caps, the camper door and window were colored by rubbing them with silver Luster wax. The lower decorative strip on the camper is covered with metal tape. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Once the truck and camper were constructed, a piece of styrofoam was cut to place into the open area of each piece. Several star shapes were die cut from gold card stock. A toothpick was glued between two star shapes and they were used to fill the truck, along with several paper flags. A large leftover rosette from an older project was glued to a popsicle stick and placed into the styrofoam inside the camper. The missing pieces were the hitch element, so I found a way to attach the ring element from the folio die to both the truck and camper. A screw fits into the small end on the one on the back of the truck; while a small elastic band, attached to campper piece can be connected over the screw to hold the two larger pieces together.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4127EziS6HMkSr3S_cNrvE3Yc6L3kMiUInAO93JL4PbSXLADdfCHL9zy-V2wn-EmbzfbE0JR4o9mAsSZZikLS2UDHDfj2nhioQBObTQpzmAxaZGtVW1GsCXsaRNU8pqpL-4lrQl1GeK4N3EXlcQDISu2VjsrBHmW9GS4P2U9mHf7bQLZU8gGrz2pS/s2576/999935D5-97A6-4795-9C53-F223EFD40494.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1980" data-original-width="2576" height="432" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4127EziS6HMkSr3S_cNrvE3Yc6L3kMiUInAO93JL4PbSXLADdfCHL9zy-V2wn-EmbzfbE0JR4o9mAsSZZikLS2UDHDfj2nhioQBObTQpzmAxaZGtVW1GsCXsaRNU8pqpL-4lrQl1GeK4N3EXlcQDISu2VjsrBHmW9GS4P2U9mHf7bQLZU8gGrz2pS/w563-h432/999935D5-97A6-4795-9C53-F223EFD40494.jpeg" width="563" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Another photo view of the display, this time along with some of the other "leftover" and unfinished projects projects on the left side. Determined to get the one Pass Book and two wrapped journals finially completed this year to add to my red, white and blue decor items. On </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">On the right side is a near complete work in progress! Inside the fabric covered book (Folio Journal Die) is another version of the shadow box frames. Will share them all soon!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Happy Making to All!</span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-41815216307693304502022-04-26T13:23:00.004-05:002022-04-29T09:17:49.497-05:00Info & Tips for Creating with Shadowbox Frame Dies <p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhYtcJ_NsknfvoduUOYraDxuJTkrBV3LMex4APG75B8758-sEVlvclEfBq533Gh6XiL4XA6HWcKiEDzrdPYibPwSj42ryEWBNVsd_yUpd42LuHg1WEzrHL5i6UqYkIGz30Bq0eufaQQ_oAwM06ACzHXH7ky-7ZBuwTserxUfHUw8J_OXsDikiPulJy/s600/shadow%20box%20%231.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="434" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhYtcJ_NsknfvoduUOYraDxuJTkrBV3LMex4APG75B8758-sEVlvclEfBq533Gh6XiL4XA6HWcKiEDzrdPYibPwSj42ryEWBNVsd_yUpd42LuHg1WEzrHL5i6UqYkIGz30Bq0eufaQQ_oAwM06ACzHXH7ky-7ZBuwTserxUfHUw8J_OXsDikiPulJy/w289-h400/shadow%20box%20%231.jpg" width="289" /></a></div></blockquote><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6cTb8Bc1f8DfoZfH8fra-Ck1ec2WbcVUx02suLfu3isoj8pGYH-1pq44Ef5pGakRPtUIOU4QhqVrWDJODYE7cElcLcHoKsrmfpWIF83UIZWD1rGVtMCupBz7NUWORJX__8PYyPjzHN6cXf4ezuIqa6pLoYS3T0H6e8p5NDNiF6tt8DVS8Ij0FT_qS/s500/shadow%20box%20%232.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6cTb8Bc1f8DfoZfH8fra-Ck1ec2WbcVUx02suLfu3isoj8pGYH-1pq44Ef5pGakRPtUIOU4QhqVrWDJODYE7cElcLcHoKsrmfpWIF83UIZWD1rGVtMCupBz7NUWORJX__8PYyPjzHN6cXf4ezuIqa6pLoYS3T0H6e8p5NDNiF6tt8DVS8Ij0FT_qS/w400-h400/shadow%20box%20%232.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Working with the newest release of </span><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665939/sizzix-thinlits-die-set-3pk-shadow-box-frames-2-by-eileen-hull" style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">dies</a><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> by </span><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/eileen-hull" style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Eileen Hull for Sizzix</a><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"> has been a fun! </span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">Different from most of Eileen’s scoreboard dies, but still with loads of creative opportunities.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTVcxlRkY4WBlFmjbLfonjy4YZegNRjachTcXvocTisSCH8_KmJsBRvqyq3wnQkTf0No7XfftO0P1dMkLMDu_tqWMAXP81oLpNbeyDXEJO7WuJjRpartxFoc1gTF0TZbF2KJX8dNTY2B6BXXktlV8G4RolHOD9QXDSQOg22eOP7fe6bdeq_Pm92Etb/s784/thinlit%20vs%20steel%20.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="784" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTVcxlRkY4WBlFmjbLfonjy4YZegNRjachTcXvocTisSCH8_KmJsBRvqyq3wnQkTf0No7XfftO0P1dMkLMDu_tqWMAXP81oLpNbeyDXEJO7WuJjRpartxFoc1gTF0TZbF2KJX8dNTY2B6BXXktlV8G4RolHOD9QXDSQOg22eOP7fe6bdeq_Pm92Etb/s320/thinlit%20vs%20steel%20.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thinlit dies vs. Steel rule</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">With this post I will share sample ideas and some learned tips since working with them, but not typical instructions and steps. As with anything new, be it ideas or tools, there is a "learning curve". That being said fit’s been enjoyable and a bit addictive working with the new dies. </span></div><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The important part to note is that they are constructed from heavy weight papers and not mat board. I have been doing some experimenting with various types of papers to construct the frames and sure that more will continue.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The first project that I created with the frames were three graduated sized squares to hold dimensional arrangements. The ideas for dimensional designs or arrangements are endless. Stay simple by matting photos into the frames for displaying in groups, or get creative with dimensional creations. The basic frames were made from watercolor paper and then collaged with old dictionary pages. This process came with some learning and tips to share. </span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtxBxvbwK1GRSseGzlv7FZ_421yHC30wvuWWm_caNxemuvgTMabuZD-Im3PBhO0wot_L1orQYtNQPikwo4wZxTnYcYwzO7FVcaWOhq8DP62tlEKliWRBnUfAlpwxYvLk159LvcXgluU2aJd_LBHEOP66dJ5U0H_9Lyagzz0wzad9lcxXJxSNEpW_pq/s720/Shadow%20Box%20Trio.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="720" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtxBxvbwK1GRSseGzlv7FZ_421yHC30wvuWWm_caNxemuvgTMabuZD-Im3PBhO0wot_L1orQYtNQPikwo4wZxTnYcYwzO7FVcaWOhq8DP62tlEKliWRBnUfAlpwxYvLk159LvcXgluU2aJd_LBHEOP66dJ5U0H_9Lyagzz0wzad9lcxXJxSNEpW_pq/w400-h334/Shadow%20Box%20Trio.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Collaged Shadow Box Trio </span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The next project was to use them to assemble a hinged, fold out photo display. This can be kept simple too with just photos or add a bit of dimension into the frames. More ideas using similar construction are in the works now. </span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0pZ_H6akwV4bD3wGD1uFnmASHdDCGGy37__si5E1xzgr5u7JU2L7qyEEp3UAxmGERil7YEQv0ExoSxLNhvEcTClJcsBnLdsIU6NqotC2OEk_cWO3VHhOzPfbu-7hmZHjulD4Lw-j84efvGkfOR4TvOzB1aEdVp93Z3UQkRja9Et2YyBEv8OrzcQRI/s1466/B02D8A03-24E9-414A-A01F-78F651301A5D.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1466" data-original-width="1348" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0pZ_H6akwV4bD3wGD1uFnmASHdDCGGy37__si5E1xzgr5u7JU2L7qyEEp3UAxmGERil7YEQv0ExoSxLNhvEcTClJcsBnLdsIU6NqotC2OEk_cWO3VHhOzPfbu-7hmZHjulD4Lw-j84efvGkfOR4TvOzB1aEdVp93Z3UQkRja9Et2YyBEv8OrzcQRI/w368-h400/B02D8A03-24E9-414A-A01F-78F651301A5D.jpeg" width="368" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Embossed Accordian Frames</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA9XYex7y1lwdlP5cpOb3vBRj0W-QAuFoSz9-ItRdk_TDlhb9I5wQG8H5VdPMdFbchBaN1tOKU8HXGVaM5pqML_YerQlsv_IF03_U6nMhYNARUFph3iBUWw0_kWRb_N9X-qQAfe13G9D1Lq8-B_8o8NH6EKO8plLj4110loLtXQ24w8hC3WgKwiE-g/s640/open%20frame.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="640" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA9XYex7y1lwdlP5cpOb3vBRj0W-QAuFoSz9-ItRdk_TDlhb9I5wQG8H5VdPMdFbchBaN1tOKU8HXGVaM5pqML_YerQlsv_IF03_U6nMhYNARUFph3iBUWw0_kWRb_N9X-qQAfe13G9D1Lq8-B_8o8NH6EKO8plLj4110loLtXQ24w8hC3WgKwiE-g/w400-h195/open%20frame.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Hinged Accordian Frame</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga05bDAsMlssO6Tr6RMKF-EBTBYMZS_g7-UiQr-HbFqwkgYz5TdyDpZ7HkTDjnTYHH-nHG_VjLvjqb4yCWOumqdslOMLgBp6dak77w-YUtvuJChLvzFkq1-HeYUPROys_41k9lY0AMG8nrlPfBCZNFrZnhhrsLOrlumBf9YVl5wc2C4GTCwidqTXDp/s786/coloring.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="786" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga05bDAsMlssO6Tr6RMKF-EBTBYMZS_g7-UiQr-HbFqwkgYz5TdyDpZ7HkTDjnTYHH-nHG_VjLvjqb4yCWOumqdslOMLgBp6dak77w-YUtvuJChLvzFkq1-HeYUPROys_41k9lY0AMG8nrlPfBCZNFrZnhhrsLOrlumBf9YVl5wc2C4GTCwidqTXDp/w400-h305/coloring.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inked frame components</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiboxSH0Br0hZ3rdp1diI2upXtKS8tROvTLwWygrzW4AOWG2Hzubw7DGyESE03aLdK2bEIoRhgmx1DKoJjXbq2UosaVBSGtLUZXkgpP-zWPJpUB7H8emzjaerdLg2EpgbqNL52ZRGFdDtfAoz4m-U29EezfrxRWa8FITUGA6Acs9Z8rdKHVRj8PlRK8/s784/embossing%20papers.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="784" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiboxSH0Br0hZ3rdp1diI2upXtKS8tROvTLwWygrzW4AOWG2Hzubw7DGyESE03aLdK2bEIoRhgmx1DKoJjXbq2UosaVBSGtLUZXkgpP-zWPJpUB7H8emzjaerdLg2EpgbqNL52ZRGFdDtfAoz4m-U29EezfrxRWa8FITUGA6Acs9Z8rdKHVRj8PlRK8/w400-h306/embossing%20papers.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Embossed, inked, shaded components</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-43CJF1uSqOxRW9R3Q2CqUzH2ZsmbVpwQscA9kzgB-ira0CoS8d0XHSiyI-b4ITRTWNyDNSNHjJc4SRslCoIeDcDHjIZFoIN9HZrOmzSPeTsaO32cTDXJy7KvY3mVAbvMhmOdPbQa5rWllncw3OgUZWHVWnjrkhGTNXKpD1KdSjxlvB1FSnpcSOEN/s788/inserts.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-43CJF1uSqOxRW9R3Q2CqUzH2ZsmbVpwQscA9kzgB-ira0CoS8d0XHSiyI-b4ITRTWNyDNSNHjJc4SRslCoIeDcDHjIZFoIN9HZrOmzSPeTsaO32cTDXJy7KvY3mVAbvMhmOdPbQa5rWllncw3OgUZWHVWnjrkhGTNXKpD1KdSjxlvB1FSnpcSOEN/w305-h400/inserts.jpg" width="305" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative dividers for inserts </span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">While working with these thinlit dies and assembling the frames, I have learned a few tips that I would like to share. </span><i style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><b>NOTE:</b> <b>We may all interpret directions slightly different, and find our very own methods that may differ somewhat from actual directions. Find what works for you! </b></i><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><i>Remember the learning never stops!</i></b></span></div><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><i><br /></i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I feel one of the first thing really needed when constructing the frames, of any size, should be to understand the weights of different papers. I’ve used different weights, from 90# to 140# for most of the frames. These weights are considered heavy weight papers. A few papers that would be good to use are:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Cardstock">Sizzix papers</a> (approximately 90#)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.12x12cardstock.shop/blogs/news/all-about-bazzill-paper-weight">Bazzill papers </a>(approximately 100#)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://stampersanonymous.com/brands-designers/tim-holtz-collection/distress-products/distress-paper-and-cardstock.html">Distress watercolor card stock</a> (118#)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://stampersanonymous.com/brands-designers/tim-holtz-collection/distress-products/distress-paper-and-cardstock.html">Distress heavy stock </a>(110#)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Watercolor papers by various companies (90# to 140#) found at craft or art supply stores </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Links to a site that help explain the weights of papers: </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Found on Scrapbook.com website -<b> <a href="https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/paper-weight"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">YOUR GUIDE TO PAPER WEIGHTS</span></a></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For the frames I have created so far, I have used papers from 65# to 140#. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I have also experimented with thin paper board like white poster board sheets from craft stores and gift boxes and cereal/cracker boxes. Materials like this would probably be considered as extra heavy weight. I likely wouldn’t use anything heavier then the cereal boxes. Of course if using such materials they would have to be covered by either painting, inks, mixed media finishes or with collaged papers. <b>NOTE</b>: <i><b>Another tip that may be helpful - if using something extra heavy - after cutting the four pieces, it may help the folding by going over the score lines again using a scoreboard and scoring tool. I found this step useful. </b></i></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja525QPVnXzJ7m0_8vqPOWJksjGoUs6mHLYhKkDwXOQRqHlV37ilUAVEQ5gVhU2yYOCY8fcC0Wk_LSyK-CM4i8faNsRaWVOu2AKYsc5Sv45a4zx5eF1OyFmCn0wOgFromIE-l45tDeqTl2voC36M7o2OfQzf4H6ZnqE5Jg4BcDxdhZgNkQxxtVxe3k/s658/cereal%20boxes.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="658" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja525QPVnXzJ7m0_8vqPOWJksjGoUs6mHLYhKkDwXOQRqHlV37ilUAVEQ5gVhU2yYOCY8fcC0Wk_LSyK-CM4i8faNsRaWVOu2AKYsc5Sv45a4zx5eF1OyFmCn0wOgFromIE-l45tDeqTl2voC36M7o2OfQzf4H6ZnqE5Jg4BcDxdhZgNkQxxtVxe3k/s320/cereal%20boxes.jpg" width="292" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Gesso covered frame from packaging</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgohgnGoZHFInxtpkoo0Q-AJ1dPOfSV94kJ9y5XAEp8Oi5iHbcU-fkgMecA20J77nbLYVNNhY9r6V9Ao0jl8Y_yDgk3GZOZBHS4yGEml-NAaOXyFUaH5_0_zyYjLzaPbvslEbGLGV2kPXgjTY1phu5y6IUNrgZU0B_D16rEB8hILKmyxxIV3hTwSdp4/s600/cereal%20box%20frames%20.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="518" data-original-width="600" height="276" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgohgnGoZHFInxtpkoo0Q-AJ1dPOfSV94kJ9y5XAEp8Oi5iHbcU-fkgMecA20J77nbLYVNNhY9r6V9Ao0jl8Y_yDgk3GZOZBHS4yGEml-NAaOXyFUaH5_0_zyYjLzaPbvslEbGLGV2kPXgjTY1phu5y6IUNrgZU0B_D16rEB8hILKmyxxIV3hTwSdp4/s320/cereal%20box%20frames%20.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Frames from heavier packaging materials </span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuwbcZcA-Np5OKuu-taqeguC6hv_RUvQCGHJZpPKkoc3lT9uFy5btCnZ-blQpz4RslsQ81ONJcg9wkGvTR4O5t9Prr8BdB3nyjYNvjajBbKJX2QPPBHDLjzyhr88tLCyKIIQCoEtoUQUtcVrTnvOPiGn58SPTxzhRmGr_y_huRCBaz40KxkuUU2W7X/s668/poster%20board%20frames.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="668" height="287" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuwbcZcA-Np5OKuu-taqeguC6hv_RUvQCGHJZpPKkoc3lT9uFy5btCnZ-blQpz4RslsQ81ONJcg9wkGvTR4O5t9Prr8BdB3nyjYNvjajBbKJX2QPPBHDLjzyhr88tLCyKIIQCoEtoUQUtcVrTnvOPiGn58SPTxzhRmGr_y_huRCBaz40KxkuUU2W7X/s320/poster%20board%20frames.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thin poster board, covered with decorative paper</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigE9s58bqOqGg_cfyNlS-FVtcOlHrOWRH7iK98Q09XWMSsSO81KjxWpZ19WvjxyS6cn_5Hmrw3dr7yoIJRJR2_eQDcs3ryWh-fOu4hGbxDxPHA74Fm7hahZS96LJ4kqzfgB5x7d2E38ak0h5jU8nMB6ogFNEHwNWCEaaUkncB1WxXt3eVtxHo5TNIo/s672/using%20file%20folder.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="672" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigE9s58bqOqGg_cfyNlS-FVtcOlHrOWRH7iK98Q09XWMSsSO81KjxWpZ19WvjxyS6cn_5Hmrw3dr7yoIJRJR2_eQDcs3ryWh-fOu4hGbxDxPHA74Fm7hahZS96LJ4kqzfgB5x7d2E38ak0h5jU8nMB6ogFNEHwNWCEaaUkncB1WxXt3eVtxHo5TNIo/s320/using%20file%20folder.jpg" width="286" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Frame from file folder</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">When using a paper with a patterned design, I have found it <b>necessary</b> to be aware of the direction of the design before cutting the four pieces needed to make the frames. An all over design can be cut without a worry. There are designs were we immediately know the pattern direction and others that may not be as easy to notice. Here are some examples and how to cut the four frame pieces: </span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmQH6-fmksGG1seRmfxad4971ojJ1jKv2IK47JH7Qvb_fd4LaAcgn6sq6KyD1yOkJ5df2-shosaNHOvxDxA-fUZ-6JH6bs4deu-2fegTWSXFXKzIyoPWMVh68qtp17TuNKf2gxvRTWbmq-mHaAm2iDM9XqGgxCupoNHOr6l1mJO6Mohs8vj6c0XlV2/s732/pattern%20papers.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="732" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmQH6-fmksGG1seRmfxad4971ojJ1jKv2IK47JH7Qvb_fd4LaAcgn6sq6KyD1yOkJ5df2-shosaNHOvxDxA-fUZ-6JH6bs4deu-2fegTWSXFXKzIyoPWMVh68qtp17TuNKf2gxvRTWbmq-mHaAm2iDM9XqGgxCupoNHOr6l1mJO6Mohs8vj6c0XlV2/w328-h400/pattern%20papers.jpg" width="328" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Assorted patterned cardstock</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTztfYlZaA-5IDAdDuBhZyu4MJIClbkz5CcriEtLAwctruSiRyXCTQ8GaVVMP_bwaQN0Wmrlp2HKu_jrzCeHnjkyo34SxeYAIp6o-fEvTyF-PlybV7iSaAT2EnOd-7ZpJptiMHQviCTQ7bA8jadkh7PgeRvRF2GUSZw7G-M0FoSJwmquY40R_Hrxt/s640/all%20over%20pattern.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="489" data-original-width="640" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibTztfYlZaA-5IDAdDuBhZyu4MJIClbkz5CcriEtLAwctruSiRyXCTQ8GaVVMP_bwaQN0Wmrlp2HKu_jrzCeHnjkyo34SxeYAIp6o-fEvTyF-PlybV7iSaAT2EnOd-7ZpJptiMHQviCTQ7bA8jadkh7PgeRvRF2GUSZw7G-M0FoSJwmquY40R_Hrxt/w400-h306/all%20over%20pattern.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Cardstock with all-over pattern</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fkl0XrNyFeMIzgdaAalmJ4Rvtpz-vyAQ2aLw17rd0okzZCW9IcOlZur1T75jSwxO-gv_os86BjsSSJNaZsMj75t3H7maRhqHonUn7WnPKcpLopOcBfLALLy-MQq6eyR6mcxaxt7KGJb25M-mb0koKhRjTDG5aGiRBzxNqX8lQgSTnrY6LhmHS6-e/s640/directional%20pattern.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="627" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fkl0XrNyFeMIzgdaAalmJ4Rvtpz-vyAQ2aLw17rd0okzZCW9IcOlZur1T75jSwxO-gv_os86BjsSSJNaZsMj75t3H7maRhqHonUn7WnPKcpLopOcBfLALLy-MQq6eyR6mcxaxt7KGJb25M-mb0koKhRjTDG5aGiRBzxNqX8lQgSTnrY6LhmHS6-e/w393-h400/directional%20pattern.jpg" width="393" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Obvious directional pattern paper</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaLcCxaCXh_zoOJGE9c9d2ITWv7KU1twqYdcvYn4ixQraBzPk1qJX-lEtP6XIbvGXAnSxtniuCk5d5_uljsODW4Io-AZV9p8BN0mzZQMBmKceJdbCcyZV-9lzXlVdVEiMI_4FJhDbJ8tCYEzy5rhfdvVGbRATpj3CbXPqetxQO7UM9c66oF31zgpF/s640/allover:directional.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="640" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaLcCxaCXh_zoOJGE9c9d2ITWv7KU1twqYdcvYn4ixQraBzPk1qJX-lEtP6XIbvGXAnSxtniuCk5d5_uljsODW4Io-AZV9p8BN0mzZQMBmKceJdbCcyZV-9lzXlVdVEiMI_4FJhDbJ8tCYEzy5rhfdvVGbRATpj3CbXPqetxQO7UM9c66oF31zgpF/w400-h279/allover:directional.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Directional print pattern paper</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Another experiment was with embossing the papers before constructing the frames. Here again some experimenting took place. I found better results when using embossing folders that are not the 3D, thicker folders. It seemed to me that they distorted the paper pieces making them difficult to fold properly. The folding lines do disappear from the deep embossing; you can replace them with a score board and bone folder. Give it a try and see what results you may have. I cut the four pieces needed for the frames before embossing. Also the coloring (by ink or paint) was added before the embossing. <b>NOTE</b>: <i><b>Highlights can be added after embossing if desired. Use inks, dry brush paint or metallic rubs.</b></i></span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiStQm1azfUrhWBtnmVVCskjuMlD6yS6yKD1xbnHAcHSS1rkoOszCDzLYYCpE9sUYuyIxDVm28fQ_5EdwtQkWpjZMhLFnfxlrHPzQlYlNtwxDdMB3eI97rr_CtooyfNL2KrdTpU2J7I6FgmX39w63iZsFeQGeTxA-iCGpk55m2PwOvLmf7DqTCcP7YZ/s720/embossed%20frames.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="588" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiStQm1azfUrhWBtnmVVCskjuMlD6yS6yKD1xbnHAcHSS1rkoOszCDzLYYCpE9sUYuyIxDVm28fQ_5EdwtQkWpjZMhLFnfxlrHPzQlYlNtwxDdMB3eI97rr_CtooyfNL2KrdTpU2J7I6FgmX39w63iZsFeQGeTxA-iCGpk55m2PwOvLmf7DqTCcP7YZ/w326-h400/embossed%20frames.jpg" width="326" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Embossed frame pieces vs. plain</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggULlThqKWBAadc8L4GZOSrlZD73xtl5zE_PgJ8Y5tXIcbDsIukX6Zsa2wnelAumrZWRo7llaVo0a5e7B1PodO-epJWIsfRhCOU3Zkp67uBYWGYOYM-1nRYjYTV3xX0sDc9R7Fz3VRr8JPjRXVAtgOwvujHmZcZgSkgMeyqWt6mMGMRWD60bz_cNck/s712/embossing%20frames.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="712" data-original-width="598" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggULlThqKWBAadc8L4GZOSrlZD73xtl5zE_PgJ8Y5tXIcbDsIukX6Zsa2wnelAumrZWRo7llaVo0a5e7B1PodO-epJWIsfRhCOU3Zkp67uBYWGYOYM-1nRYjYTV3xX0sDc9R7Fz3VRr8JPjRXVAtgOwvujHmZcZgSkgMeyqWt6mMGMRWD60bz_cNck/w336-h400/embossing%20frames.jpg" width="336" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Difference of embossing folders</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Again remember that frames may be made from plain papers or file folders or gift boxes/cereal boxes can be painted or use texture paints alone or with stencils to add design or texture to the frames. Collage with bits of thin papers and gel medium. Gesso was added to any packaging with printed designs before decorating with any method desired. </span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWeUFoFURDx5PZiNpplBWua2pQyqyDDPDkXlGzR4rHu9fbTionaYiqRJAD_-eatUjz2wVCxwk40ZfljngfCiRmwuNSlA6IcYBYiglVAsoJvgYRIn2nYBj0FaF7PoD2S8I_FOIUPrBSlAhGAvVVScO8u6d_oUswnLX6QPTz4We8pF_twLboUB1RRF3g/s640/assorted%20frames.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="477" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWeUFoFURDx5PZiNpplBWua2pQyqyDDPDkXlGzR4rHu9fbTionaYiqRJAD_-eatUjz2wVCxwk40ZfljngfCiRmwuNSlA6IcYBYiglVAsoJvgYRIn2nYBj0FaF7PoD2S8I_FOIUPrBSlAhGAvVVScO8u6d_oUswnLX6QPTz4We8pF_twLboUB1RRF3g/w299-h400/assorted%20frames.jpg" width="299" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Frames made from various 85# cardstock</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b><span style="font-family: verdana;">***T</span></b><span style="font-family: verdana;">he next thing that I will be experimenting with is making different size frames by slightly changing the measurements of the frame pieces. That can be accomplished by trimming from the straight edge of the four cut frame pieces.<b> ***</b></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>STILL TO COME</b> ... Two ideas still in the works will combine the <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665873/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-box-book-by-eileen-hull">Book Box</a> die with a frame and the other will use the Folio Journal with two frames.</span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwxiATCNEicQvdTFrScjysGOyr0JRh_fACH0QUtgiy6uuae5Z_ch1nvmuxU2RN-rXCA5SoWxCeKaoRdxPOBIpZwrw_0L_XFTzCQTNDfcciqwzwJtYpNaUc2rDXjQ3dmtmvmilwkm3vw7jw6D8UTXSBQswvv6HQppgMU5UqBov3SVIgTNPFDG98tZ2_/s726/book%20project%20%231.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="726" height="330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwxiATCNEicQvdTFrScjysGOyr0JRh_fACH0QUtgiy6uuae5Z_ch1nvmuxU2RN-rXCA5SoWxCeKaoRdxPOBIpZwrw_0L_XFTzCQTNDfcciqwzwJtYpNaUc2rDXjQ3dmtmvmilwkm3vw7jw6D8UTXSBQswvv6HQppgMU5UqBov3SVIgTNPFDG98tZ2_/w400-h330/book%20project%20%231.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Book Box die with Shadow box frame insert</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXqy3DkxIZ6l8GeAPGnyYC-m5LWrSgGKUIGuGvGDQa4d-smABU-vcP6eE4ElOEZP7kwk0UhkiXPxGGon2U1ATsIIWWLe0kZZl6bJAEfepVOkEktd-5GL0p61WuKpSHvKX6keC982QhOlvsZpTNRhW5d7kC6VEVRizDE_GmBPKzCJugeD-WWDgBiqcZ/s674/book%20project%20%232.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="674" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXqy3DkxIZ6l8GeAPGnyYC-m5LWrSgGKUIGuGvGDQa4d-smABU-vcP6eE4ElOEZP7kwk0UhkiXPxGGon2U1ATsIIWWLe0kZZl6bJAEfepVOkEktd-5GL0p61WuKpSHvKX6keC982QhOlvsZpTNRhW5d7kC6VEVRizDE_GmBPKzCJugeD-WWDgBiqcZ/w400-h356/book%20project%20%232.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Folio Journal with two shadow box frames inside</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br />madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-38657258814917237182022-04-04T22:10:00.005-05:002022-04-05T09:45:12.881-05:00Collage Frames x 3 + Accordion Shadow Box Frame<p><span style="font-family: arial;">New Eileen Hull die release today! New in more ways then the release date. These dies are all thinlit dies and along with the three sets of dies is a beautiful 3D embossing folder. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnxIXrMQg8jXBKYCrwXWQxnFrZ_YwZgazgEUN9NzKpnD4cXmByiqGiMXWVfMwX2mKtL2HK_Riw8LeYJsgHRzj7NlKr0etcCyWSwVClbZTih5RAkoqRl2yjZyEloA48AJFr7-cL0f1oFNME74QNtOmh4-hXiQQj1_0TJ1e3wJXTlu3IA4cim1AHAxc1/s1904/9F713D26-A827-4F29-A756-28BC74653FE6.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1904" data-original-width="1813" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnxIXrMQg8jXBKYCrwXWQxnFrZ_YwZgazgEUN9NzKpnD4cXmByiqGiMXWVfMwX2mKtL2HK_Riw8LeYJsgHRzj7NlKr0etcCyWSwVClbZTih5RAkoqRl2yjZyEloA48AJFr7-cL0f1oFNME74QNtOmh4-hXiQQj1_0TJ1e3wJXTlu3IA4cim1AHAxc1/w381-h400/9F713D26-A827-4F29-A756-28BC74653FE6.jpeg" width="381" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">I was excited to work have the opportunity to work with these new designs. Once seeing the process of constructing the frames, the challenge of the creative element of the making process went into affect. Today I will share the set of three shadow box frames and an accordion-style three-dimensional display frame that can sit on any shelf. At a later date the making process will be shared for these projects. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">As with other releases Eileen will have a <b>“give away”</b>. Details are as follows: </span></p><div class="bi6gxh9e" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; word-break: break-word; word-wrap: break-word;"><b><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">GIVEAWAY:</span> Comment on each participating designers blogs and during the live on Tuesday and let us know what you would create with these dies and you will be entered to win one of the items in the Chapter 2 release!</i></b></span></div><div class="bi6gxh9e" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; word-break: break-word; word-wrap: break-word;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div class="bi6gxh9e" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 8px;"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" color="var(--primary-text)" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-family: inherit; font-size: 0.9375rem; line-height: 1.3333; max-width: 100%; min-width: 0px; word-break: break-word; word-wrap: break-word;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhujwulqPCp3-E3a2fQqg_hbbh7tVQj9D0p3cltL0a1hJyWC12I4QRDz2HEVaEQygP4hKVlE1eBlZ_qkTRs9nP_GZ-Vzrh3jR3V2-YMXW1unn0yfD8w2lDtgMMYxMw8WR2JdPk74Z4YS-ARa-8qp5IO476lp2Az25j9im5G-JPL3qlhwvbQitvB7X2U/s720/Shadow%20Box%20Trio.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="720" height="485" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhujwulqPCp3-E3a2fQqg_hbbh7tVQj9D0p3cltL0a1hJyWC12I4QRDz2HEVaEQygP4hKVlE1eBlZ_qkTRs9nP_GZ-Vzrh3jR3V2-YMXW1unn0yfD8w2lDtgMMYxMw8WR2JdPk74Z4YS-ARa-8qp5IO476lp2Az25j9im5G-JPL3qlhwvbQitvB7X2U/w553-h485/Shadow%20Box%20Trio.jpg" width="553" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSRhFjxQqjJ1rpEzx_wcENeu7GkKkd8h0LH3PeueoZsiLHuhQ74PYFnXl92Et2xHfilZVvHkU9e9gMvDvtPIrFqJK_vuQGw87R8TNrkIW184sHsoa4w6STtNcZn98ATwj9QDeFW2MImPcaHG0q05Q4z-c711U5Gtedx8yjoq5MafoZOkmTImegekEk/s640/IMG_1993.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="367" data-original-width="640" height="230" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSRhFjxQqjJ1rpEzx_wcENeu7GkKkd8h0LH3PeueoZsiLHuhQ74PYFnXl92Et2xHfilZVvHkU9e9gMvDvtPIrFqJK_vuQGw87R8TNrkIW184sHsoa4w6STtNcZn98ATwj9QDeFW2MImPcaHG0q05Q4z-c711U5Gtedx8yjoq5MafoZOkmTImegekEk/w400-h230/IMG_1993.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">A trio of three-dimensionsal frames were made from heavy stock paper for both of the shadow box projects. I found that using a 120# watercolor paper worked well for both. Each of the three square frames were collaged with torn dictionary pages and aged with inks before being given a clear coat of varnish. Fill with any variety of embellishments to fill the frames. A ribbon hanger was added for hanging. Each is backed with a piece of burlap paper for a neat finish.</span></div><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://youtu.be/_dumqlOuqA0">Video link from Eileen</a> Hull Hub</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.eileenhull.com/2022/04/sizzix-chapter-2-release-party-hop.html">Link to Eileen Hull Designs Blog</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Another project to share with you is this accordian style three-dimensional frame I enjoyed creating. Made with three of small shadow box frames, they connect with hinges so the frames can unfold and are decorated on both sides. It can sit nicely on a shelf or table. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbIboTIATuekmRO31ZQbD4RNHtDVZji2CYbwt5bm1vNTJcX1otNrrwHlugY7quLaUmI5DX5E7Z0efeQ_5k4HsYlz5XGHmFxU2pdcpT4o-rEAfRBM7YL4TWHOTyr1nayAHBOYmusVl5HpJJWDnAdZ3EKSfpIcZBg0jh_aSXCqbWXp0r9zW0gentMsbP/s640/IMG_1989.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="640" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbIboTIATuekmRO31ZQbD4RNHtDVZji2CYbwt5bm1vNTJcX1otNrrwHlugY7quLaUmI5DX5E7Z0efeQ_5k4HsYlz5XGHmFxU2pdcpT4o-rEAfRBM7YL4TWHOTyr1nayAHBOYmusVl5HpJJWDnAdZ3EKSfpIcZBg0jh_aSXCqbWXp0r9zW0gentMsbP/w400-h366/IMG_1989.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI1gPFYaBHPkdvNISOMunPF4CQQ4knNFvt9UWFWf6_9ffXARto-jdoMpHe65Kl97u0OIluFTObWyIViZEMBFJZdNNo9gfo0UJ_OJyN3CZHZzG8nwtim8Zhi8mYXsFPuHKAMhk5Hrgbp6VMD9I7qqsOCyHlqD3FkjXB0VNfX0d78EOYDwhOOp98HWLf/s640/IMG_1988.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="640" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI1gPFYaBHPkdvNISOMunPF4CQQ4knNFvt9UWFWf6_9ffXARto-jdoMpHe65Kl97u0OIluFTObWyIViZEMBFJZdNNo9gfo0UJ_OJyN3CZHZzG8nwtim8Zhi8mYXsFPuHKAMhk5Hrgbp6VMD9I7qqsOCyHlqD3FkjXB0VNfX0d78EOYDwhOOp98HWLf/w400-h195/IMG_1988.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_O9rclLdSddzaHN3Pe3af9Ake5iha7guJgQMUhO5cNGZ1txA6AFeY9HqRc8RnxFLDAKFOn6nKozyJjJ1rbUHJWGe2ci4gQhZX59vwl2y1ihNAqppK7-i8Ta6EHz1WXpkgTLjCJ_eIcLbAckhZAQYdBKm0nQyyF74btyukYGDzBPve-LWw7XaB_HvY/s640/pocket%20side.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="492" data-original-width="640" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_O9rclLdSddzaHN3Pe3af9Ake5iha7guJgQMUhO5cNGZ1txA6AFeY9HqRc8RnxFLDAKFOn6nKozyJjJ1rbUHJWGe2ci4gQhZX59vwl2y1ihNAqppK7-i8Ta6EHz1WXpkgTLjCJ_eIcLbAckhZAQYdBKm0nQyyF74btyukYGDzBPve-LWw7XaB_HvY/w400-h308/pocket%20side.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-20537138631589654972022-03-29T02:11:00.004-05:002022-03-29T16:38:21.495-05:00Large Journal - Book Box Mash Up<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkccYAhVmp9YZZ1CIZcHRr1FBZ_z36OSrOHIcgf02O5jUZk0y2BAG9gw-sBpArnCdrSwDixKvF0wBUCM-iPrkcEYL8ULaeEB8ikd8pHzjVIOMugsNt2pdVXY6svBkbwVoaP2Ac98tMALNttKBq7sehhe_1RUbIZAhfOjR-x9c4Qh_jiTi3S_xq3R5/s640/Display%20shot.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="569" data-original-width="640" height="519" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkccYAhVmp9YZZ1CIZcHRr1FBZ_z36OSrOHIcgf02O5jUZk0y2BAG9gw-sBpArnCdrSwDixKvF0wBUCM-iPrkcEYL8ULaeEB8ikd8pHzjVIOMugsNt2pdVXY6svBkbwVoaP2Ac98tMALNttKBq7sehhe_1RUbIZAhfOjR-x9c4Qh_jiTi3S_xq3R5/w561-h519/Display%20shot.jpg" width="561" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">When your mind seems to always be thinking of ... hmm, what can I do to make this just a bit different! What I love about Eileen's dies are the way they can be really versatile with a little rethinking. The scoreboard dies especially lend themselves to many ideas because they can cut so many different types of materials. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">To make this stationary box, I combined the large full size journal with the components of the book box. It wasn't enough to just make it from mat board, it seems an idea struck to give it a "faux" wood look, but maybe see if a form of <b>"real"</b> wood could be used. Then inspiration struck again ... why not combine a small amount of woodburning onto the wood veneer. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><i>****My inspiration for this box came from a project I created many years ago that I will share at the end of this post.****</i></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwGaMp_Aq4Q9rKpc3BendkL25BOhHQ7HSJeqMPM2iW8y8eBKR7-dS4UhNAaUoiizaCYYgSEk9APJX4YuA7PhBPRkdvKMavktQj6ZUuaHn8Sr7JowUByR6YhJTe-UeuCeZdG0N99kclcUglVCKI43Vw4w8avDkQyyYeb6jYM6uUYbX7Rpzlz7BdTSLJ/s640/Front,%20top.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="489" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwGaMp_Aq4Q9rKpc3BendkL25BOhHQ7HSJeqMPM2iW8y8eBKR7-dS4UhNAaUoiizaCYYgSEk9APJX4YuA7PhBPRkdvKMavktQj6ZUuaHn8Sr7JowUByR6YhJTe-UeuCeZdG0N99kclcUglVCKI43Vw4w8avDkQyyYeb6jYM6uUYbX7Rpzlz7BdTSLJ/w306-h400/Front,%20top.jpg" width="306" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcnOOafavOPpHVI4q9kr5IoNhxSny5iTs93gDNN3MASUtrtpSJfG3VaibvY3G9S4eKiBkeMkM9ERCDAQKq6jIxuf5Hf0PmG-UdF4bCN2x6lvHD-X01-kZwDTA6VvXJd71ClYwHlJ6SiwcbRFgaDJGXWtLbDB7JstuFJ_c9XvkwEqNdzDWhPqBCWZLD/s640/Inside.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="484" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcnOOafavOPpHVI4q9kr5IoNhxSny5iTs93gDNN3MASUtrtpSJfG3VaibvY3G9S4eKiBkeMkM9ERCDAQKq6jIxuf5Hf0PmG-UdF4bCN2x6lvHD-X01-kZwDTA6VvXJd71ClYwHlJ6SiwcbRFgaDJGXWtLbDB7JstuFJ_c9XvkwEqNdzDWhPqBCWZLD/w303-h400/Inside.jpg" width="303" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside box finished with decorative paper and a fabric bottom.</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: arial;"><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></span><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The process for combining each of the dies to create this type of box is not difficult but takes a little manipulation to create two longer sides with the original box pieces. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">By using the black mat board to construct the large journal and side strips for the box make a good foundation to work from. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut the full size large journal from black mat board, the front and back covers.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut two of the longer sides pieces from the book box die (the piece that measures 6 1/4" long) from black mat board.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut four of the shorter side pieces (the piece that measures 5" long) from black mat board.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Two of the short side pieces will need to be connected to each other to form one long side of the box portion. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The same process will need to be repeated for the other longer side before connecting them to the other side pieces. <b> NOTE: </b>These two connected sides should measure about 8 1/4".</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Lay the two pieces together, mark them to the 8 1/4" measurement and cut away the unneeded section. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Join them with masking tape on both sides of the mat board to hold together. If desired a little glue could be added between the cut before taping together. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">These two longer sides may a little unsteady. To help stabalize the box, cut a bottom from mat board to approximately 8 1/8" x 5 7/8".</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">I</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> covered this base with a piece of batting (cut to exact size) and then black fabric. The fabric covered bottom is then glued into the box frame. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">If desired, glue a cord of choice around the inside edge. </span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative paper covers the inner covers, spine and inner box sides. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut two outside cover panels, a spine and side pieces from the thin wood veneer. Cut the covers and spine with the large journal die and Big Shot. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut sides with a metal ruler and X-acto knife on a cutting mat. <b>NOTE: </b>Cut two 8 1/4" x 1 1/8"; cut two 6" x 1 1/8". </span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stamp the images lightly onto the wood covers. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">With wood burning tool, trace over stamped design. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Lightly mark dashes with a ruler and pencil on side pieces and around designs on the top and bottom. Wood burn the dashes. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Adhere the covers, spine and side pieces of wood to the mat board. I used a combination of double-sided adhesive and glue (Beacon 3-in-1). </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Place a heavy book on top and set aside to dry well.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Lightly shaded all the edges with ink. Allow to dry.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The finished stationary box can be coated with a clear matte varnish.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Add a closure of choice if desired.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5YqEx5gj-cVgzPSoQvNQjrmJneKi2NDKPjLibzWnMaLF_ZzqoqM3ZTzj6cL3i9QzELMRaC_jiMqvh1CwLwmFr7BHd_XMQfgKUbUflV_ra9bIY7ktuX7Dwf4cZEPcNY6bbEMVpdl-3Tfa6Db2FLmfVyX03VwjEsfS_kD64iGSZskNXAQIU65nv4kpi/s640/Back,%20box.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="490" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5YqEx5gj-cVgzPSoQvNQjrmJneKi2NDKPjLibzWnMaLF_ZzqoqM3ZTzj6cL3i9QzELMRaC_jiMqvh1CwLwmFr7BHd_XMQfgKUbUflV_ra9bIY7ktuX7Dwf4cZEPcNY6bbEMVpdl-3Tfa6Db2FLmfVyX03VwjEsfS_kD64iGSZskNXAQIU65nv4kpi/w306-h400/Back,%20box.jpg" width="306" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Bottom view of box with woodburned design</span></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLanobYugAzEzm5vCeQTvy3OIASbcUnogOAN3c5QDAykzLhnpZ5jwUpVdSI2s9yOGKP2PFU4ErPHvFR5j-oYWRWw-BoVe4L2ImhMPlIDr-_VHVuDJtE57oF3o_eBnE6vgpqLxG0Bh7r3nztOqDLVrGhAHXqcQLIKLIf_N53Dw27_euQQkRD3niizC/s640/lap%20desk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="542" data-original-width="640" height="339" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLanobYugAzEzm5vCeQTvy3OIASbcUnogOAN3c5QDAykzLhnpZ5jwUpVdSI2s9yOGKP2PFU4ErPHvFR5j-oYWRWw-BoVe4L2ImhMPlIDr-_VHVuDJtE57oF3o_eBnE6vgpqLxG0Bh7r3nztOqDLVrGhAHXqcQLIKLIf_N53Dw27_euQQkRD3niizC/w400-h339/lap%20desk.jpg" width="400" /></a><br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>This wooden lap desk was the inspiration for the project above. This lap desk was made about 20 years ago for a submission to a magazine. </b></span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCqh9StAOGAZsChU1W9PfEsqhubf9G9nVx_ZffVYkOHub3_pokiE8BjlRGCVqBWzOXtq_2rJ483s4mCQij2G99tzAVNHhsONwr6UZ3PMFswn4xbVuz18RKJCGdUqQABsr2Lmi50ZWHHIl7Qiv0a4m9mS1lIidV3VDdkRNiMWLWh2IOWaZS4SrZ_DHy/s640/Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="331" data-original-width="640" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCqh9StAOGAZsChU1W9PfEsqhubf9G9nVx_ZffVYkOHub3_pokiE8BjlRGCVqBWzOXtq_2rJ483s4mCQij2G99tzAVNHhsONwr6UZ3PMFswn4xbVuz18RKJCGdUqQABsr2Lmi50ZWHHIl7Qiv0a4m9mS1lIidV3VDdkRNiMWLWh2IOWaZS4SrZ_DHy/w539-h279/Cards.jpg" width="539" /></a></div><div><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Six different cards are created using sets of blank cards with matching envelopes.</li><li>Decorative patterned papers with coordinating solid card stock are used or the face of each card.</li><li>Die-cut the solid card stock with the snail mail thinlit.</li><li>Trim the the printed papers about 1/4” larger on all sides for the first layer on the cards.</li><li>Add a strip of ribbon if desired onto each die-cut piece of card stock. </li><li>Layer print paper then solid paper onto card front with adhesive tape. </li><li>Continue to decorate with die-cut felt flowers and paper leaves.</li><li>Finish with a die-cut salutation. </li></ul></span><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><u>Materials</u></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Full size journal #665589</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Book box #665873</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Black mat board</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Thin wood veneer sheet</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative paper</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Black fabric/batting</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cording</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Wood burning tool</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Double sided adhesive</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Eileen Hull Designs Stamp images/ink</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Masking tape</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Button/black elastic</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cropadile/paper brads</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Cards (6):</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Snail Mail thinlit #665869</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Various flower, leaves, salutation dies</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Card / envelope sets 4 x 6</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative papers</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Solid card stock</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Felt</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Ribbon</span></div></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-85978601638281148612022-03-21T09:58:00.000-05:002022-03-21T09:58:32.276-05:00Fabric, Felt and Fiber Make<p><span style="font-family: arial;"> A challenge was given for the projects on the blog this month ... using fabric, felt and fibers for a make! My final result is here and I incorporated all I could in various ways.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKPRf7RUHcg2z44R74R0Zcqpy7ykYX0OzFnAf-Y1y1aN5OMvKz6-y60WofS67ExtzeK04A55uqIwXArye6ZiMSov9PwM6tjN13gdzKox0R0yj7e_y1fmTz1vTJprb4PMPpihuXCo2En_W2XMsHcFJ6oC5aA7dmUqIIrMFj2IrjOqsDWbHoY77sJ0k_=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="489" height="632" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKPRf7RUHcg2z44R74R0Zcqpy7ykYX0OzFnAf-Y1y1aN5OMvKz6-y60WofS67ExtzeK04A55uqIwXArye6ZiMSov9PwM6tjN13gdzKox0R0yj7e_y1fmTz1vTJprb4PMPpihuXCo2En_W2XMsHcFJ6oC5aA7dmUqIIrMFj2IrjOqsDWbHoY77sJ0k_=w484-h632" width="484" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><span style="font-family: arial;">The book began with the combining the materials with Eileen Hull's new Book Box die, but without the box pieces. I felt that i would combine various fabrics for each layer of the book. I will explain the process and the material chosen for the book. <b> NOTE:</b> All materials used were <b>sewable </b>materials. The use of my sewing machine was part of the making process. A list will be provided at the end of the post with the products used. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I collected pieces from a variety of materials, such as green canvas, cotton prints, seersucker fabric, organza remnants, felt scraps, cotton candlewicking thread and vintage tatted trim. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">In the explanation for creating this project I will not include some visual steps but will describe the process the best I can. Photos will be included for the purpose of layout and assembling the book. ***Always read through the post and the steps given.***</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The base for the book covers and spine begins with using a heavyweight interfacing cut with the book box die. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">These three pieces will become the base of the book. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> A heavy canvas or a product like Kraftex can also be used. These type of materials will make the book flexible and not as stiff as matboard and sewable. <b>NOTE: </b>If a sewing machine is not available the book can be constructed with by glueing with the correct type of glues for fabric.</span></p><p></p><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSiQlISo6xexWNUm2evom1D83MaYiYGxvnvlc_5BagxBZRJWRx4MACFQUUXCoOJGdwyG4u9Y499G2Yuw3gZHIHqtdVfNSUzv5u-qPYfXoHdBp8M0SeYTO9ScQVNrN9_JTI86_7h2HEV_-bhncDKHHqA1-r9CpB0L3EAlstbqAxtOsbUdFiVVMRvHax=s600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="326" data-original-width="600" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSiQlISo6xexWNUm2evom1D83MaYiYGxvnvlc_5BagxBZRJWRx4MACFQUUXCoOJGdwyG4u9Y499G2Yuw3gZHIHqtdVfNSUzv5u-qPYfXoHdBp8M0SeYTO9ScQVNrN9_JTI86_7h2HEV_-bhncDKHHqA1-r9CpB0L3EAlstbqAxtOsbUdFiVVMRvHax=w400-h217" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Layout of covers and spine</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdewRfisHZYhyaqYBt6bWGVDn9nPeJ36Bn3rB7Xx0ZxoxPHGqIQYH0D69UITsfGt9Bh6IwhrTkwsQdoD78I5Dlybfpu2nLBEuVu6vJAJ_a0I02fPcr7n5Pu9_sbNpEdFwEmKvQ7YOH5q5tCtM-24dOeexP68sbCstjaURYBie5ye-phOkYPodUiWvE=s600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="358" data-original-width="600" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgdewRfisHZYhyaqYBt6bWGVDn9nPeJ36Bn3rB7Xx0ZxoxPHGqIQYH0D69UITsfGt9Bh6IwhrTkwsQdoD78I5Dlybfpu2nLBEuVu6vJAJ_a0I02fPcr7n5Pu9_sbNpEdFwEmKvQ7YOH5q5tCtM-24dOeexP68sbCstjaURYBie5ye-phOkYPodUiWvE=w400-h239" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside view of the stitched covers and spine</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEju2V3LheLfHTgrDlTa-zcC61pBQ5859QMrT93-gVns_YO5SKR4-okrf2A-Pba9rY1YUvBmaF1faIJZFA-HRdjggOCugQzfd8wKU2Y1-sMIDqVl-LxAK6Dzjx4f9bBf8NFBzD2FSgVtnyzLnQ9Xh8XQN3RZIzq1scKKIGK415hQFfVDQQ-K-vsaYzP2=s600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="376" data-original-width="600" height="251" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEju2V3LheLfHTgrDlTa-zcC61pBQ5859QMrT93-gVns_YO5SKR4-okrf2A-Pba9rY1YUvBmaF1faIJZFA-HRdjggOCugQzfd8wKU2Y1-sMIDqVl-LxAK6Dzjx4f9bBf8NFBzD2FSgVtnyzLnQ9Xh8XQN3RZIzq1scKKIGK415hQFfVDQQ-K-vsaYzP2=w400-h251" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Outside view of the covers and green canvas spine stiched together </span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Cut a spine piece from the green canvas. </li><li>Layer the green canvas on top of the spine cut from the heavy interfacing. As in the photos, place the the pieces together to form the two covers and spine. They are overlapped about 1/4" and sticthed together with a zig-zag stick using a sewing machine. </li></ul></span><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>To create the outside fabic cover panels:</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">A light colored cotton print was used as the background for the "faux" quilt squares that are part of the front and back covers. </span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The fabric is fused with a interfacing before die-cutting the two front panels.</span><b style="font-family: arial;"> NOTE:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> Use a sewable fusible interfacing. This is a </span><b style="font-family: arial;">must </b><span style="font-family: arial;">any sewing by machine is to be done. </span><i style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;"> ***Some fusible interfacing can gum up the sewing machine needles causing problems.*** </i><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Die cut two covers from the fused fabric. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Do note remove the paper backing from the interfacing at this point.</span></li></ul><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: arial;"><br /></b></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: arial;">To create the "faux" quilt squares:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Use six cotton fabric prints for the squares. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fuse each fabric with the same type of interfacing before cutting the squares. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Die-cut four squares from each of the six fabrics. (Total of 24 squares) </span><b style="font-family: arial;">NOTE:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> I used the second largest square shape from Tim Holtz Stacked tiles, squares thinlit die set. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Arrange the square shapes onto the front and back covers, over the fabric background.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;"> Space them as evenly as possible before pressing them in place with an iron. <b>NOTE:</b> There is approximately a 1/4" space between the squares and arond the outer edges. </span><i style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">***This measurement can be adjusted to fit all 12 squares on each of the cover faces, to your liking.*** </i></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Remove the paper backing from the squares. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Press them onto the background fabric. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Repeat for other cover. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The paper backing can now be removed from the pieces.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">With iron, press these onto the front and back inner layers of the book.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Stitch by machine, using a straight stitch, between the fused squares, both vertical and horizontal on both covers.</span></li></ul><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><p style="text-align: left;"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTf4oUZXfODSaasOPXaFZy2mfTtAKhhjAYXmbwyh09Ej_haiskwm3bo3d-zBQYzltOHBXAZIfZnzd28nwD-KjbcV6o2TFfkA8DJka5zKfi3YMJyrn0atvfa8cyqZ-vq13mYekqmla35IPpUVcUhdssZXHHIByaRcwcPolO3-2QTvcifqYOm_XX3Rsc=s600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="324" data-original-width="600" height="216" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgTf4oUZXfODSaasOPXaFZy2mfTtAKhhjAYXmbwyh09Ej_haiskwm3bo3d-zBQYzltOHBXAZIfZnzd28nwD-KjbcV6o2TFfkA8DJka5zKfi3YMJyrn0atvfa8cyqZ-vq13mYekqmla35IPpUVcUhdssZXHHIByaRcwcPolO3-2QTvcifqYOm_XX3Rsc=w400-h216" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Layout of front view, but before stitching it in place. </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><b>This is an optional step:</b></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE: </b>For the front cover some simple hand-stitching was added to the squares. Using candlewicking thread, (<i><b>embrodiery floss can also be used</b></i>) a large<b> X</b> design was stitched from corner to corner. The center was tacked down with two small stitched next to the center of the<b> X</b>. <b><i>***This step should be done before stitching the panel down onto the heavy layer of the interfacing.</i></b> Carefully remove the backing paper after the<b> X </b>stitches are added and pressed onto the front cover. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Adding inside lining fabric:</b></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiAoKbUOmJdpdFt2I2X6DwXAu-V6Cpv1AddC5cLgRmE7Z11Z2OxhgbSoaT07Ay0EEnhH6kcR2lDRurzTEUOJMpE889Jsl3oOf4pNs5I-G6kDW_fYzXVTiCUBd3nas2xVj3B_q4oT_Om7VRYL_5il1v8fFAgHzKQn5lFEfZysZfV6oWYofUEjgQVUh9d=s600" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="600" height="226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiAoKbUOmJdpdFt2I2X6DwXAu-V6Cpv1AddC5cLgRmE7Z11Z2OxhgbSoaT07Ay0EEnhH6kcR2lDRurzTEUOJMpE889Jsl3oOf4pNs5I-G6kDW_fYzXVTiCUBd3nas2xVj3B_q4oT_Om7VRYL_5il1v8fFAgHzKQn5lFEfZysZfV6oWYofUEjgQVUh9d=w400-h226" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside fabric lining for covers and spine</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fuse a second fabric for lining the inside covers and spine of the book, using a fusible interfacing. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut two covers and one spine from this fused fabric. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Remove the paper backing from all three pieces. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Fuse them into place on the inside of the book. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Begin with the spine piece and then the two cover pieces. </span><b style="font-family: arial;">NOTE:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> If desired, after ironing the fabric in place, the three layers could be stitched by sewing machine around the outer edges of the covers by straight stitch or small zig-zag stitch to hold in place. </span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Making embellishments for cover decor:</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiijNRYD-aYrswwnTFBxPmznAVxbXPgYuY9NvbPXYAGClmFXOZQRb6TpyRCYmrvmIv7-rc0yqA6fgBdmElG5wozzthTpPSaioWz61Vk1RdV-NvBRYQFQ77l1BrwjbKR3F8EKa2zvuY6DsqWGWqZCTAB1WAfA3Mkv-3sfXgL6uxR6bNyvNJ2E17hAEwd=s600" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiijNRYD-aYrswwnTFBxPmznAVxbXPgYuY9NvbPXYAGClmFXOZQRb6TpyRCYmrvmIv7-rc0yqA6fgBdmElG5wozzthTpPSaioWz61Vk1RdV-NvBRYQFQ77l1BrwjbKR3F8EKa2zvuY6DsqWGWqZCTAB1WAfA3Mkv-3sfXgL6uxR6bNyvNJ2E17hAEwd=w400-h320" width="400" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut leaves from green felt.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut flower centers from gold card stock.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut several layers from organza fabric with thinlits dies.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Create flowers from the organza cuts and add paper flower center.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Adding pocket folder and notebooks:</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-wigYP2AnTKNRtIidlnDiP3u7ILU8Wd8yBpwX7yyAmhMUSngJIrrxyjW3NwsbWveXsku5HYAP6HCjx6T1hyzvaRAblHnQELwlz-4c0HthDQ9gEeLmgzIRuYe0Zoe-CVcspRuiUahuedNVysgCwQc25ry_qGKN5F8KCSJ7ock9YcaJBDzR5Jo-Zose=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="427" data-original-width="640" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-wigYP2AnTKNRtIidlnDiP3u7ILU8Wd8yBpwX7yyAmhMUSngJIrrxyjW3NwsbWveXsku5HYAP6HCjx6T1hyzvaRAblHnQELwlz-4c0HthDQ9gEeLmgzIRuYe0Zoe-CVcspRuiUahuedNVysgCwQc25ry_qGKN5F8KCSJ7ock9YcaJBDzR5Jo-Zose=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Make folder inserts from decorative card stock, with or without side pockets.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut 12 x 12 paper in half, score down center, score and fold over both sides to form narrow side pockets.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Use purchased notebooks and cover the outside covers with coordinating papers OR create you own writing notebooks with signature covers.</span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Materials</b> </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665873/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-box-book-by-eileen-hull">Eileen Hull book box die</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/660200/sizzix-big-shot-machine-only-white-gray-w-standard-platform">Sizzix Big Shot machine</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/664438/sizzix-thinlits-die-set-25pk-stacked-tiles-squares">Tim Holtz stacked tile squares, thinlits </a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Eileen Hull leaves die</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Sizzix flower dies, thinlits </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Sizzix flower center dies, thinlits</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cotton fabrics, variety colors and prints</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Canvas fabric</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Coordinating cotton fabric</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Felt, green</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Organza fabric, pink, blue</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Gold card stock </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.pellonprojects.com/products/50-heavyweight-stabilizer/">Heavy weight interfacing, sewable</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.thermoweb.com/collections/heatnbond-lite/products/heatnbond-lite-iron-on-adhesive-single-pack-1-25-yards-clear">Fusible and sewable interfacing</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Off-white candlewicking thread </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Embroidery needle</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">White decorative flowers</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Vintage tatting trim</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Fabric glue</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Sewing machine</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Iron</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Cording</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative papers</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Small note books</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Glue</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Double-sided tape</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><p></p></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-89372432230542908722022-02-21T18:06:00.005-06:002022-02-21T18:06:47.586-06:00Make Unique One-Of-A-Kind Coverings With Gel Prints For Sizzix Die-cut Shapes<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhocdO_D-Q-f_CgvinVFUhLEhPIi6vf90ltqWV_Ggd_4UGrn_i6grcViSjKJSef9oj7EY7I1eCwE0zEN82aFYf5TPhBr-zvnYHASSEyGTUge1NublsUblUbfE7HXJsy1wWLbj_ouSNsrOpTZLowipYwE55H8q09d8laRWn_ln8GyqPG09S-rCcyu1cs=s624" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="624" data-original-width="462" height="607" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhocdO_D-Q-f_CgvinVFUhLEhPIi6vf90ltqWV_Ggd_4UGrn_i6grcViSjKJSef9oj7EY7I1eCwE0zEN82aFYf5TPhBr-zvnYHASSEyGTUge1NublsUblUbfE7HXJsy1wWLbj_ouSNsrOpTZLowipYwE55H8q09d8laRWn_ln8GyqPG09S-rCcyu1cs=w450-h607" width="450" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Original Phone Stand</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: arial;"></span><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvze7ksxDOLpG1Y17O3V-EeIakSg2DXso2pIAldOdgYP4Hzc8UA_V10uaXbA4uXyv-tWkGZWwYandFIyEdD4KH5Fcg3MaRBJo-OCDuWgUx5KXf3seAlphtMta9o1U4vXra2_1pJPi1oLB1oJcuahVWeoY7JNtEsD4abhR6aks2cRq2UEtVThr0HVA9=s580" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="580" data-original-width="375" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvze7ksxDOLpG1Y17O3V-EeIakSg2DXso2pIAldOdgYP4Hzc8UA_V10uaXbA4uXyv-tWkGZWwYandFIyEdD4KH5Fcg3MaRBJo-OCDuWgUx5KXf3seAlphtMta9o1U4vXra2_1pJPi1oLB1oJcuahVWeoY7JNtEsD4abhR6aks2cRq2UEtVThr0HVA9=w259-h400" width="259" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Stand with phone</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgDtBsoEZC6Qn8M99jTC34g9uqJ9WUfhGDots-InqwP7pnKRF5aAoWBV_D0KvupsCAxKCbZRjGAwxPcG5ibeh6Tlq6yXwTfamXVdjRKEUKIsCX6bgecnIjLHOqGBDMnZRheBKZkC1TxTaXC-o3ywiCfEzl7scV54IzSpdugL3Mo8HdKZPoKvcMF0gqY=s601" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="601" data-original-width="593" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgDtBsoEZC6Qn8M99jTC34g9uqJ9WUfhGDots-InqwP7pnKRF5aAoWBV_D0KvupsCAxKCbZRjGAwxPcG5ibeh6Tlq6yXwTfamXVdjRKEUKIsCX6bgecnIjLHOqGBDMnZRheBKZkC1TxTaXC-o3ywiCfEzl7scV54IzSpdugL3Mo8HdKZPoKvcMF0gqY=s320" width="316" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Original gel printed tapes</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Time to share a fun technique! The <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665872/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-phone-stand-by-eileen-hull">new Eileen Hull Phone Stand </a><a href="https://www.sizzix.com">@Sizzix </a>can be decorated in a number of ways. One of the samples I created was done with a technique using a gel press plate and clear adhesive material. While playing around with one of the many ways to pull prints from a gel plate, I experimented with something a little different from the technique that uses clear packing tape. With nothing wider in clear tape available then the 2” rolls, I thought to give clear contact paper a try. I had two type in my possession, one clear and glossy and one clear with a matte finish. Why not give them both a try!</span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut strips from the roll of contact adhesive paper slightly wider then the width of the phone stand. Two strips should be enough to cover the phone stand. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">*** Through the photos, my hope is to show the steps taken when using this technique the best way I can. All gel prints are a series of layering designs on the plate but when using the tape or contact paper the images seem to make the layering more visable. This alone gives the pulled prints a different look. ***</span></p><p><b style="font-family: arial;">To make the design on the gel plate use the steps that follow - </b></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">NOTE: </span></b><span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>T</i></span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>he most important thing to <b>remember and do</b> is to add the layers of design and <b>WAIT</b> for each application to dry <b>COMPLETELY </b>before moving on to adding more.</i></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPgOr2uVki0EDmwoeOxkTpc44WB97ZwtzfF3r7BpdVbyfs-LoC07Ecg5N4FWOWM4SSpUzjhyiDQFtDT-na5eo-dmgfruKyjX0Kx98vP953tbbAMUeAMPjeCAtll5LEz472d5dFIwSnn6OnWVBeCUVmNNkz2c94msC6Bzmc2NmWBki-rx3x_HD5sRfg=s512" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="375" height="622" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiPgOr2uVki0EDmwoeOxkTpc44WB97ZwtzfF3r7BpdVbyfs-LoC07Ecg5N4FWOWM4SSpUzjhyiDQFtDT-na5eo-dmgfruKyjX0Kx98vP953tbbAMUeAMPjeCAtll5LEz472d5dFIwSnn6OnWVBeCUVmNNkz2c94msC6Bzmc2NmWBki-rx3x_HD5sRfg=w455-h622" width="455" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Gather all materials before beginning. Set up an area for the gel plate with everything you may use within quick reach. <b>NOTE:</b> I use a smaller gel plate as a palette for any paints that will used be better applied then directly to the larger plate, such as brayering small areas, sponging areas of stencils, adding extra design elements in specific areas.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjuUMP78sG5Oa-LJCpXPs9H7CrsNKi9Qb5T5P6uWexCMxMav0mZmCv9cKhqzzryLRimtf8J5RC_0divQdvoSzFQBJwBhHrKLE-vI0LZfSpc3jzX5sdvDt1biXguyRDo6aL8OB7SUOid9thKzy3yDpeJfHhDazyP7PM9ph2uGZ7ncS-mfPXtSnzXjJ-m=s740" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="740" height="162" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjuUMP78sG5Oa-LJCpXPs9H7CrsNKi9Qb5T5P6uWexCMxMav0mZmCv9cKhqzzryLRimtf8J5RC_0divQdvoSzFQBJwBhHrKLE-vI0LZfSpc3jzX5sdvDt1biXguyRDo6aL8OB7SUOid9thKzy3yDpeJfHhDazyP7PM9ph2uGZ7ncS-mfPXtSnzXjJ-m=w200-h162" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEga6OeHGe3-TV9BD0iUyqVMrN4QKdBHQXsDL4e_wXO_kOLGqoNBMh-m7Hhan8P32Au5G2Oq_iY3uIHPryuS7UML_U0uoNNam887ohmRc_k8T_HjGmikDMKEXNxhi7Mrv43jOk0n09diIHtYPDSFd8W-vwQVQbVdHcVK1qzybYrm9-vo8vPnmsZQYUs0=s600" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="492" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEga6OeHGe3-TV9BD0iUyqVMrN4QKdBHQXsDL4e_wXO_kOLGqoNBMh-m7Hhan8P32Au5G2Oq_iY3uIHPryuS7UML_U0uoNNam887ohmRc_k8T_HjGmikDMKEXNxhi7Mrv43jOk0n09diIHtYPDSFd8W-vwQVQbVdHcVK1qzybYrm9-vo8vPnmsZQYUs0=w164-h200" width="164" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0u01b5396j880qzRB5AzfxyE4ZIHId0224pkkhnbl3z0_KpUw4bcR5MEbs6qaYEK3ZUHf6GhRrhUf64kMABZCqvadKmJ_nF2QNNLjFFwpOLMP20W9DABRlQsSY3DIt_6xDnR7cxZOZ-KNb4q4MYq0vj3KCS6ZQDGz1CiF27HAcEm3M58GsgxKUXSN=s672" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="672" data-original-width="600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0u01b5396j880qzRB5AzfxyE4ZIHId0224pkkhnbl3z0_KpUw4bcR5MEbs6qaYEK3ZUHf6GhRrhUf64kMABZCqvadKmJ_nF2QNNLjFFwpOLMP20W9DABRlQsSY3DIt_6xDnR7cxZOZ-KNb4q4MYq0vj3KCS6ZQDGz1CiF27HAcEm3M58GsgxKUXSN=w179-h200" width="179" /></a></div><br /><span style="caret-color: rgb(204, 0, 0);"><br /></span></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2S7i9J9cS-IO7TpYOmtJq-P4rSd7CD-xQQ--klVSKBWcXL7gLL3pl4Wdo9wn9mv1zLHHHWEOy3Hyw5o_KNo5w09r0vkjEgIAd8CbykMTaBuQKJtqXJ-OmxXNiaI8-T7j0Fi6sokc2oO8mkD30m4Z3Y16M_8dS--HR8dthn5pDIqWLO3FopltXFKfw=s704" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="704" data-original-width="600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg2S7i9J9cS-IO7TpYOmtJq-P4rSd7CD-xQQ--klVSKBWcXL7gLL3pl4Wdo9wn9mv1zLHHHWEOy3Hyw5o_KNo5w09r0vkjEgIAd8CbykMTaBuQKJtqXJ-OmxXNiaI8-T7j0Fi6sokc2oO8mkD30m4Z3Y16M_8dS--HR8dthn5pDIqWLO3FopltXFKfw=w171-h200" width="171" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Masks from die-cut designs are placed randomly onto the gel plate.<b> NOTE:</b> Masks are cut from waxed paper with the <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665587/sizzix-thinlits-die-heart-mandala-by-eileen-hull">Eileen Hull Heart Mandala thinlit die</a>. On a small separate gel plate, apply some paint. With a small brayer, add paint randomly around the masks on plate. </span><b style="font-family: arial;">NOTE:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> I left some areas without the first color of paint. With a second color of paint, place some drops around the plate in open areas. Spread the drops with the brayer to mix slightly with the first color. Allow to dry; remove the masks from the plate. </span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWbgIiWAD7nImfHdXTI9JK--puDh-L4fVZ5lqEYMPg4ncexvRMP6uNT47cMccLvch1K7AKftO1yPhXfRv7BaNlbhZNq6ecH2trkwi5DUeCNsHuYPyHoPsLzxE4R9yfSvk0CL396zJo2umpZBGTOJlCes370q3bdGv7ljAmVm_YhCtg7I3pKoT09K28=s706" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="706" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWbgIiWAD7nImfHdXTI9JK--puDh-L4fVZ5lqEYMPg4ncexvRMP6uNT47cMccLvch1K7AKftO1yPhXfRv7BaNlbhZNq6ecH2trkwi5DUeCNsHuYPyHoPsLzxE4R9yfSvk0CL396zJo2umpZBGTOJlCes370q3bdGv7ljAmVm_YhCtg7I3pKoT09K28=w340-h400" width="340" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The next layer uses designs from a variety of stencils and other colors of paint to build the design. Again, allow to dry before continuing with more layers if desired.</span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLuZuHmv5Pg_B3OWU0Yc9nXSCaYWxC5aXKmZob99PEL7OpvplmBI99qME4uZuhaDQzg6fFqk3vAJ6XdbgQ9zaFW7zYysXWQd_cdgIKNp8KB1Vc_p8UokXgW1KqUjqNNzR1rtyiNEfvShitCZFNHXNG5ibdU9LqLsY9q2dMsY1z5tXeND9T427xSlFm=s710" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="710" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLuZuHmv5Pg_B3OWU0Yc9nXSCaYWxC5aXKmZob99PEL7OpvplmBI99qME4uZuhaDQzg6fFqk3vAJ6XdbgQ9zaFW7zYysXWQd_cdgIKNp8KB1Vc_p8UokXgW1KqUjqNNzR1rtyiNEfvShitCZFNHXNG5ibdU9LqLsY9q2dMsY1z5tXeND9T427xSlFm=s320" width="270" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGBhW5ZrOD9WlM6guU04pDXSx_IZgfjMZNpcymVClOZ15GXkv-PJJurpcjmqlfnzXf6HST0HNjmi5QZNB1cz5MmVcEybKsFf5dmdZlsKmKLxL9JoqyhLZ1rMj2gc62iPvUAEFQ1KiS4x0ifL2a1rEqym0gJLlj5NYNg0BYZ1pIGxvUP-kMeK66E1qk=s744" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="744" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGBhW5ZrOD9WlM6guU04pDXSx_IZgfjMZNpcymVClOZ15GXkv-PJJurpcjmqlfnzXf6HST0HNjmi5QZNB1cz5MmVcEybKsFf5dmdZlsKmKLxL9JoqyhLZ1rMj2gc62iPvUAEFQ1KiS4x0ifL2a1rEqym0gJLlj5NYNg0BYZ1pIGxvUP-kMeK66E1qk=s320" width="258" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The third layer is randomly stamping in different areas of the gel plate with word stamps or other images using an archival ink in black or neutral shade.</span><b style="font-family: arial;"> NOTE:</b><span style="font-family: arial;"> Some images were stamped with Oxide inks. Allow to dry well.</span></li></ul><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi7I6Uvk_yvtGumIbvZy3BwqdBc40461ajqzhZf8mzhm8Bf1HRroCZKMWgGLhLWVdAGGs9w2xoL_IJEI9FCXPenE_dudfJc6juFl60pf9Gb4hjstgN9i0UDP67fzc-5nF3szQ_FOjBkcfptMikoMX7bm1yUcj8Gn9KhOWh9lenBre0HVYnZbw1DBef2=s766" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="766" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi7I6Uvk_yvtGumIbvZy3BwqdBc40461ajqzhZf8mzhm8Bf1HRroCZKMWgGLhLWVdAGGs9w2xoL_IJEI9FCXPenE_dudfJc6juFl60pf9Gb4hjstgN9i0UDP67fzc-5nF3szQ_FOjBkcfptMikoMX7bm1yUcj8Gn9KhOWh9lenBre0HVYnZbw1DBef2=s320" width="251" /></a></div><br /></span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">The final layer is adding small elements for design purposes. I used the end of a wide plastic straw for circles and the tips (prongs) of a small cocktail fork for tiny dots. Step away and let the paint dry well (30 to 40 minutes).</span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJPAUGmF2_pabHz8gLlfYS0XkzLRT-qL1dCzICTYvM2SSD0KyPib9QCTa1TUHGGpQysQ3kQrJ5nfbd7v_3ogNrgrH1pmq0JRFtKBEBFDzsCTa3S8VGoWV4QBsi1o5KvwWtuXhE7HobOXMfzegiXKc5b18x4ve1WqmwxMD2fRRFPml14pUjOYNk1uBB=s654" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="654" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJPAUGmF2_pabHz8gLlfYS0XkzLRT-qL1dCzICTYvM2SSD0KyPib9QCTa1TUHGGpQysQ3kQrJ5nfbd7v_3ogNrgrH1pmq0JRFtKBEBFDzsCTa3S8VGoWV4QBsi1o5KvwWtuXhE7HobOXMfzegiXKc5b18x4ve1WqmwxMD2fRRFPml14pUjOYNk1uBB=s320" width="294" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Place the strips of clear contact adhesive over the gel plate. If any areas of the plate are uncovered, use strips of packing tape to cover the entire plate. Press down the layers of clear adhesive to the plate well by hand or burnish it with the side of a bone folder. </span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Pull the tape/contact paper up from the gel plate. Pull slowly, if necessary place back down and burnish more if needed, (some bits of paint just may not come up with the tape, that’s OK).</span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEigmr4vuljNFO5loZaz633S6TssvxwVP3LEr8OpRR_qWRPUmIo9WaDNfAfc2mi0srD-OmQsMTj216apKc8XwIQTf1sSWkCOtJWMYGtoBL3beoPqqW-JMxe9ft7-qBIz7PIK4yKtU_0qKMwBwCH4M94RrO9XQRKFzyY1RgRmIYZtRPhxdFAPxAHF5lA1=s738" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="738" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEigmr4vuljNFO5loZaz633S6TssvxwVP3LEr8OpRR_qWRPUmIo9WaDNfAfc2mi0srD-OmQsMTj216apKc8XwIQTf1sSWkCOtJWMYGtoBL3beoPqqW-JMxe9ft7-qBIz7PIK4yKtU_0qKMwBwCH4M94RrO9XQRKFzyY1RgRmIYZtRPhxdFAPxAHF5lA1=s320" width="260" /></a></div><div><br /></div><b style="font-family: arial;">***As with pulling prints from a gel plate with any materials you must be willing to except the images. ***</b><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>To finish the strips for using on projects -</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">They can be layered onto paper surfaces of all types like old book pages, by applying a coat of gel medium first to hold them in place. </span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">For a more transparent look, brush the back side with mica powders before adhering to projects. </span></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh6y5jRm0UUswdmaPGEUHUl0rJvOIpAcK3CTFCQ1EgHmB5QZv7I6pApceGGn4wzYWuJ7t9FBdBigB86d1318UQI_3Jygf_lxh7-V436wu3supidI1cxuitCUpdJ4tRvyTrJ9ec9eJ655IVlrt0pPm7p7dc39XfGb-e82p9oUkvuWP_NBqp-hYaRxWni=s638" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="638" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh6y5jRm0UUswdmaPGEUHUl0rJvOIpAcK3CTFCQ1EgHmB5QZv7I6pApceGGn4wzYWuJ7t9FBdBigB86d1318UQI_3Jygf_lxh7-V436wu3supidI1cxuitCUpdJ4tRvyTrJ9ec9eJ655IVlrt0pPm7p7dc39XfGb-e82p9oUkvuWP_NBqp-hYaRxWni=s320" width="301" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>NOTE:</b> the tape/contact paper will have only small sections that still keep its tackiness, but not really enough, making them strips lose much of the sticking ability. Another way of adhering the pieces are needed. For the phone stand, double-sided adhesive tape was used. </span></li></ul></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt1G4xtNDsxpn_AyTXE_rZopD2FKTCFCabpdmgYAqnvIbI6PoPkEwAgyglv2tSkkHpPX0LTe6j_OoqLiCgBja0LiWBiAR-J_G4XVOXgI0fNA4eaPGAE6TI_ayIUXeDKhHnTOqm2CQkPa5ysoTX3oog8fjWjWP2AehInUXotrvGM0SuyCI-I4Kiv4rM=s406" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="406" data-original-width="353" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt1G4xtNDsxpn_AyTXE_rZopD2FKTCFCabpdmgYAqnvIbI6PoPkEwAgyglv2tSkkHpPX0LTe6j_OoqLiCgBja0LiWBiAR-J_G4XVOXgI0fNA4eaPGAE6TI_ayIUXeDKhHnTOqm2CQkPa5ysoTX3oog8fjWjWP2AehInUXotrvGM0SuyCI-I4Kiv4rM=w348-h400" width="348" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />Gel printed strips are now ready to be cut and applied to the Eileen Hull Phone Stand die-cut shape. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIALR2Ew7lsSFjc7g-ODyEk33aIh4UbUTGuy0oRhPf_5PiW1LSqzbNBOtylIwc6RtXt5t4Jg1QxqvSaJnBE69Q-5XXnbWKDTqr8EOgCLW3JyZTq9ZdBzBcXvRVjPSHY079DAmvkd9RIp_qfi5AV4UL4KOCeZS5PYYmSQz7eXp_oZgKYgte8zgAKIrz=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="585" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjIALR2Ew7lsSFjc7g-ODyEk33aIh4UbUTGuy0oRhPf_5PiW1LSqzbNBOtylIwc6RtXt5t4Jg1QxqvSaJnBE69Q-5XXnbWKDTqr8EOgCLW3JyZTq9ZdBzBcXvRVjPSHY079DAmvkd9RIp_qfi5AV4UL4KOCeZS5PYYmSQz7eXp_oZgKYgte8zgAKIrz=s320" width="293" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiws2ssLJT7f59yWRShWfsZ6FcJneTi9iyFbr7t3ysnDgg8jCNxcKsWUjCMFqECaOGKglT5PUeNLBfRherj8bZxdLkgzodFUt5Jq-2VXwrr-C2rDZ-zUEIJj9jVTxW14NnZvCnOAgUUYligHZtuOh6cmxVBuo1TqqBExXeqKgamCkQLXcRhlzzUO5vX=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="390" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiws2ssLJT7f59yWRShWfsZ6FcJneTi9iyFbr7t3ysnDgg8jCNxcKsWUjCMFqECaOGKglT5PUeNLBfRherj8bZxdLkgzodFUt5Jq-2VXwrr-C2rDZ-zUEIJj9jVTxW14NnZvCnOAgUUYligHZtuOh6cmxVBuo1TqqBExXeqKgamCkQLXcRhlzzUO5vX=w244-h400" width="244" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Materials </b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665872/sizzix-scoreboards-xl-die-phone-stand-by-eileen-hull">Eileen Hull Phone Stand die</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665587/sizzix-thinlits-die-heart-mandala-by-eileen-hull">Eileen Hull Heart Mandala thinlit die</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/660200/sizzix-big-shot-machine-only-white-gray-w-standard-platform">Sizzix Big Shot</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Gel Press Plate</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Brayer</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Paints</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Permanent ink pad</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Stencils</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Stamps</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Sponge applicator </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Clear contact paper/Packing tape</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Mica powder(s)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Brush</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Double-side adhesive tape or Gel Medium</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><br /></p><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-12271873352775504572022-01-31T11:24:00.005-06:002022-02-02T09:17:46.816-06:00New Year, New Eileen Hull Dies - Chapter 1 Release<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipMcGEV7u7F3s2RTBGHkyU1vpSBzp4oV-BaROfKIEcgvGIYyXa67sRJue9L1PhWCQt6Y1EdnfndXDDjQRL7v5rLtnIyfwJBIbHxzJftqSMZsAzg5Ep1DoG3k2RE9q4i_mQe8WwaXsgZ6LFTc0Ua2qh6ST3dLBMlsH1sZkYNoL1sx_4Apy913BWzoeN=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipMcGEV7u7F3s2RTBGHkyU1vpSBzp4oV-BaROfKIEcgvGIYyXa67sRJue9L1PhWCQt6Y1EdnfndXDDjQRL7v5rLtnIyfwJBIbHxzJftqSMZsAzg5Ep1DoG3k2RE9q4i_mQe8WwaXsgZ6LFTc0Ua2qh6ST3dLBMlsH1sZkYNoL1sx_4Apy913BWzoeN=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">That time has arrived again - a new release of dies by Eileen Hull</span>. <span style="font-family: arial;"> The new release consists of two Scoreboard dies, one thinlit set and a 3D embossing folder.<b><i> Let the ideas and crafting begin!</i></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For this post I will be sharing images of the projects made for the release. At a later date, a post will show the process taken in creating the projects. Now's the time to just take in the creativity to be had when working with wonderful designs. You will definitely see them with the group of makers Eileen has within the two teams!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Both the projects here are made by covering the die-cut scoreboard shapes with materials that had been designed on a Gel Press plate. The book box is covered with cotton fabric that was printed using both acrylic paints and Distress Oxide inks along with stencils and stamped images. The phone stand is covered with pieces of clear, glossy contact paper that is pulled from the gel plate and then applied to the die-cut surface before assembling. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1iik1p_L7oRTkbeKpVYpcLNTBvKg7U0E0KGxPQMxJBzqHJeu09N_oaRuADTpxnN6p1MhAIqyS2BdjsmEfgkF3g_PIkIZYjhGoegvTuRHVpaRV9-D2ufwS3sf9G9xk1s8B5aXaHzSDA2hepqvDHiFArS4sDzi-te3-e0ljOLn_JuEvGI7xuTTNBrPB=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="483" height="628" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj1iik1p_L7oRTkbeKpVYpcLNTBvKg7U0E0KGxPQMxJBzqHJeu09N_oaRuADTpxnN6p1MhAIqyS2BdjsmEfgkF3g_PIkIZYjhGoegvTuRHVpaRV9-D2ufwS3sf9G9xk1s8B5aXaHzSDA2hepqvDHiFArS4sDzi-te3-e0ljOLn_JuEvGI7xuTTNBrPB=w475-h628" width="475" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOlDGBdERuQbRO5lBHf0MiwcL3izK8rRZ9QBQVrbooLAAiQJjQPhPe3OXAD2mhYUiMi8N7sKaIx8dqGPZvYA1tlNAWXEngKhakQ2ve9f8M9ckvVQyIkHpwxYZfwg9olMeF-2NpfS81_9M-2Qu-hFQ7qxOa0yrabGDIV6H5bk1x1dJK7CibeHDoiVsu=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="560" height="485" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjOlDGBdERuQbRO5lBHf0MiwcL3izK8rRZ9QBQVrbooLAAiQJjQPhPe3OXAD2mhYUiMi8N7sKaIx8dqGPZvYA1tlNAWXEngKhakQ2ve9f8M9ckvVQyIkHpwxYZfwg9olMeF-2NpfS81_9M-2Qu-hFQ7qxOa0yrabGDIV6H5bk1x1dJK7CibeHDoiVsu=w424-h485" width="424" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDy9h542NclS4_hSRMER0ZhuZ1Ls1ZIKW4gJR0XSTxvz7dtiJiAqV2aJ8Qyz7oxh7b5sI9a40AkkU53BUSxAXd_j_1brVRhKUg1Hc_rSoIovHdAQma-bAZuKRAV1PifX6NU5HxnHramRHYWnOspSUPGroWoG7xwu156cUb7V19HSlEbHKZ-TL7BPrv=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="473" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhDy9h542NclS4_hSRMER0ZhuZ1Ls1ZIKW4gJR0XSTxvz7dtiJiAqV2aJ8Qyz7oxh7b5sI9a40AkkU53BUSxAXd_j_1brVRhKUg1Hc_rSoIovHdAQma-bAZuKRAV1PifX6NU5HxnHramRHYWnOspSUPGroWoG7xwu156cUb7V19HSlEbHKZ-TL7BPrv=w474-h640" width="474" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEifp0U5gei1lmXlzwTC0_0t_WAtmiJTd11fGo-Nl4-wB8Go7778LfZ2bQ0LZb279L2QJOp8PTl41LQTPvWTT2_awo-yaLb__dD8uugUJqmWoPLsU5sPfl4TNKWrbO07maCyL8IBfQ2VdlPB1u0QQpbcB9uwja63d4Sl8kPwlgjkDQbUQ8xKMiYL9jEz=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="458" height="511" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEifp0U5gei1lmXlzwTC0_0t_WAtmiJTd11fGo-Nl4-wB8Go7778LfZ2bQ0LZb279L2QJOp8PTl41LQTPvWTT2_awo-yaLb__dD8uugUJqmWoPLsU5sPfl4TNKWrbO07maCyL8IBfQ2VdlPB1u0QQpbcB9uwja63d4Sl8kPwlgjkDQbUQ8xKMiYL9jEz=w365-h511" width="365" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are other versions of the ways I used of the new releases:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhn5iduM9Lj9jimVtwMkXbPv6FLqFsAZQkP5AIOYy8hAbE-uXpuyGmCy3qUwnnRuhpbqd-wTvUpvxhbDPs2FObqn9xF6oAtmJ_GNNITH8nASUv2Fm3OJP1bO8slafP49cIqxVlcr_hQM_DeaTbycHYVtZWNROmz3JjqXzSmueGiKq41Jw8nzghmX10F=s640" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="532" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhn5iduM9Lj9jimVtwMkXbPv6FLqFsAZQkP5AIOYy8hAbE-uXpuyGmCy3qUwnnRuhpbqd-wTvUpvxhbDPs2FObqn9xF6oAtmJ_GNNITH8nASUv2Fm3OJP1bO8slafP49cIqxVlcr_hQM_DeaTbycHYVtZWNROmz3JjqXzSmueGiKq41Jw8nzghmX10F=w333-h400" width="333" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Keepsake Book Box</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWluoDFgzFX0xFVtD9O0e15kR6wTMSab8c-K1mMv_zGRslk4coPYvaJKJ0UlYxoCxcsEdgl62ZtW8geUrJqNzN1tElaf9wQRIoA6dyz-4qIrLVzh3RkAa73zZRcWkEBXGY_OqxTL-iUl8isHbpw68HSsL4-qUJjKs_nqicoulTatD2Ij4IZvVBoXMK=s640" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="433" height="487" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWluoDFgzFX0xFVtD9O0e15kR6wTMSab8c-K1mMv_zGRslk4coPYvaJKJ0UlYxoCxcsEdgl62ZtW8geUrJqNzN1tElaf9wQRIoA6dyz-4qIrLVzh3RkAa73zZRcWkEBXGY_OqxTL-iUl8isHbpw68HSsL4-qUJjKs_nqicoulTatD2Ij4IZvVBoXMK=w330-h487" width="330" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Washi Tape Covered Phone Stand</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEilDlF_S5FnOXScBoFBcwS_e4Kt8IgxAbpXn_YIKOfMjpxy_IabiTaWzCTBsHc8ea_Wb8eGCa0f-VcON2zkfqcFerEdqsOdnfvWbrY5JxqRFSdjygY9afQLi4sf5HbUEZL6fjBJ9WOQL35ue3W3bb_JH6PV60IzMrxMu5oN6H5A19K_OWiiwSO2nPtI=s640" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="567" height="383" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEilDlF_S5FnOXScBoFBcwS_e4Kt8IgxAbpXn_YIKOfMjpxy_IabiTaWzCTBsHc8ea_Wb8eGCa0f-VcON2zkfqcFerEdqsOdnfvWbrY5JxqRFSdjygY9afQLi4sf5HbUEZL6fjBJ9WOQL35ue3W3bb_JH6PV60IzMrxMu5oN6H5A19K_OWiiwSO2nPtI=w340-h383" width="340" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Card with Snail Mail Sections & 3D Folder</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>HERE IS A MESSAGE FROM EILEEN - </b></span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhNjx4SJC8WkjWckpl210t59_Kxm9IGsiVw-t2CKhNQKS6HCC7DKHeMFQqno46K4rVcVYLdpzxhQ_sFThogOHH9IYebxM6pke_u3TJTdIlUCAR-Qg-tWgVpIl3HZ4wJAkxOSnzHUbzmQXxyrnEcYVo7Od9T5iz7XJ0d34Cx7rFg9ihZGnQLKP9Wi4cf=s500" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="261" data-original-width="500" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhNjx4SJC8WkjWckpl210t59_Kxm9IGsiVw-t2CKhNQKS6HCC7DKHeMFQqno46K4rVcVYLdpzxhQ_sFThogOHH9IYebxM6pke_u3TJTdIlUCAR-Qg-tWgVpIl3HZ4wJAkxOSnzHUbzmQXxyrnEcYVo7Od9T5iz7XJ0d34Cx7rFg9ihZGnQLKP9Wi4cf=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I am so excited to share my Chapter 1 release with you! The dies in this collection are versatile, practical and fun to embellish.</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Phone Stand, an XL ScoreBoards die, is a MUST- you need one for every room! Make for yourself, family, friends, for gifts or to sell- the die cuts the stand in one pass and is very easy to assemble. </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Book Box can be used to make a book or a box that holds A-2 greeting cards. What a great way to package handmade cards ... or a quick and easy book!</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Add the Vintage Buttons folder to create vintage backgrounds for cards, journals, pages and tags. The 3D effect is stunning when you add a little Luster Wax to bring out the highlights...</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Snail Mail Thinlits die cuts a postal pane that coordinates with two of Eileen's Snail Mail Maker Forte stamps. This die was designed to use on the front of an A-2 card!</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>The dies may be found in local scrapbook stores and Eileen's Etsy store: <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 py34i1dx" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fshop%2FEileenHull%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR263AXUScijEfj7A8HFm8TLOA6DhK7VIVuJT1wn6CWh4Bt5kZErSoSK2L8&h=AT3Qu6lIqd6k0f_qvfeAsG87UyzUxH9es6rqtOrHMtvXvc3R_Aeext7eqax30xXoYIu2zi-Ks0KAUciu4kQ9wTsTy8s6iDD48ZI--Ll8R0uH9w0oz7JVfdCN8CnuuweSi_-OSxx2n2qkaYmciwhHou4&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT1ypgSRg59SEahv0DyiUp1G1iAUGiaAmAc83f0U1QVbFGEzXmBzOcpdjx_V8fhjM3JArdicQzU9DizyE_bcfqcGKextiTFCmw8Cot4c0hkFCzLn9pRUfAS-cXiRNAfKHh0lMzRGWr3IhnX-Y9qeUY87WRv5kkqydPPtncb8zPeo4xnmc00qUfza9mz6VgGScpbx-9JMx9gf-HZZ0Q" rel="nofollow noopener" role="link" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: var(--blue-link); cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/shop/EileenHull</a></span></b></div></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>So now come follow the links to the other posts for inspiration!</b></span></div><div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><h2 style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; font-family: Arapey, serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 300; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px 0px 16px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; white-space: normal;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">LIST OF HOP STOPS:</strong></h2><p style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; margin: 0px 0px 26px; padding: 0px; white-space: normal;">Eileen Hull Designs <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="http://www.pammejoscrapbookflair.com/2022/01/seek-good-mixed-media-phone-stand-with.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Pam Bray</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://createwithjulia.blogspot.com/2022/02/eileen-hull-sizzix-chapter-1-2022.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Julia Aston</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="http://creativejuicefreshsqueezed.blogspot.com/2022/01/sizzix-chapter-1-release-party-for.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Lisa Hoel</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://scraptravelbark.blogspot.com/2022/01/blog-hop-featuring-new-products-from.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Maggi Harding</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://jennie-livethedream.blogspot.com/2022/01/sizzixeileen-hull-chapter-1-release_31.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Jennie Atkinson</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://pushingtherightbuttons.blogspot.com/2022/02/eileen-hull-designs-chapter-1-release.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Jenny Marples</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sueeldred.com/2022/01/31/eileen-hull-sizzix-new-dies/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Sue Eldred</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/creativechaoscircleville" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Angela Beaver</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://karenbearse.blogspot.com/2022/02/and-so-it-begins-eileen-hulls-chapter-1.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Karen Bearse</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://madelinesthoughts.blogspot.com/2022/01/new-year-new-eileen-hull-dies-chapter-1.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Madeline Arendt</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sharoncdesign.com/2022/02/01/new-eileen-hull-sizzix-chapter-one-blog-hop/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Sharon Curtis</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://creativepaperaddiction.com/2022/01/31/new-eileen-hull-chapter-one-release/" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Tonya Trantham</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://elizabethr-thecraftyrobin.blogspot.com/2022/02/eileen-hull-designs-chapter-1-release.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Elizabeth Robinson</a><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><a href="https://sarah-shiningbright.blogspot.com/2022/02/flower-seed-box-tutorial.html" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #3ec9c9; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.1s ease-in-out;" target="_blank">Sarah Lizzie</a></p></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="nc684nl6" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration: none; touch-action: manipulation;"></span></span></div></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #f0f2f5; white-space: normal;"><i>****There's a giveaway too! If you leave a comment for each of the designers in the Release Party Hop, or during the Facebook Live or YouTube video, you will be eligible to win one of the newly released products! Tell us what your favorite new product is and what you plan to do with it! Thanks for hopping with us.****</i></span></span></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-28879333225255944122022-01-25T08:48:00.003-06:002022-01-26T11:34:54.397-06:00Sizzix Dies Meet Gel Press Printing<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhi-1G_adEenOhM_6RPuN2rPLDpmP35pUHDPDUlfBZsHJt20y7ERO7v5RRxTkQRFo71V-OBBFXTEUKxe4LTh1fccnhLUHyVCkKoBE1KE3WNKoalTbXyhb27Havwas7IU-Zojb1MkUX84h-SH_ZXKKQ-HD7ORPys_YctDujR0Q4u1o4iJElAZocZU7Ea=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhi-1G_adEenOhM_6RPuN2rPLDpmP35pUHDPDUlfBZsHJt20y7ERO7v5RRxTkQRFo71V-OBBFXTEUKxe4LTh1fccnhLUHyVCkKoBE1KE3WNKoalTbXyhb27Havwas7IU-Zojb1MkUX84h-SH_ZXKKQ-HD7ORPys_YctDujR0Q4u1o4iJElAZocZU7Ea=s320" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>It's fun and interesting when opportunities happen such as this collaboration with Eileen Hull's dies and the wonderful creative products from<a href="https://gelpress.com"> Gel Press</a>. Working with amazing products, and the willingness and desire to have some fun experimenting, is a great part of why I have always enjoyed crafts and making things.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I'm not new to the the gel printing process, but have only scratched the surface of what the process is all about. The more I experiment, the more fun and creative it becomes. I would consider myself more a novice on the topic of gel printing, but an eager learner and one to almost always be up to giving something a try. I just went for it with this opportunity. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijJXKDKP6qLFkXx2H3GOsH7tmrgl7LEHRaerHDeX38McsHczBbklnyZPehg6EilI47jfM5CwX9vwUpXdGYsoYyJd_KhtzDzRUO1X6bJ4Qx9Lcd0p9IJIe-NJSXGZjFqOHKOWhvohSpGJBKkFcaCoZTrWf0xuKYe8OqYdgtwdLWy4pRdMGg0mpTgOTC=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="477" height="615" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijJXKDKP6qLFkXx2H3GOsH7tmrgl7LEHRaerHDeX38McsHczBbklnyZPehg6EilI47jfM5CwX9vwUpXdGYsoYyJd_KhtzDzRUO1X6bJ4Qx9Lcd0p9IJIe-NJSXGZjFqOHKOWhvohSpGJBKkFcaCoZTrWf0xuKYe8OqYdgtwdLWy4pRdMGg0mpTgOTC=w460-h615" width="460" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Here is the finished project made with Eileen Hull's newest large Journal die. I will describe in a condensed version the process that I used for making prints on fabric and deli papers to create the covers of the journal and the inside signature folders. I was pleasantly pleased with the results of the designs on the fabric for the covers, that I chose to keep embellishments very minimal. I love the way the designs from the various stencils appear on the fabric.<b> <i>NOTE: </i></b><i>The one thing about gel press printing is that many times it's best to not expect <b>perfect </b>print pulls and go with what you get!</i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I knew that I wanted to work with fabric for the covers. Never having used fabric in the past for gel printing, I researched a few videos and other information I could find to help give fabric printing a try. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">The printing process began by gathering all the materials I thought I would like to use. In the past I had only worked on small gel plates and a variety of papers for printing. For this project I worked with a 12 x 12” plate from Gel Press giving me the opportunity to print fabric squares to use for covering the larger journal covers. The other prints I made with the deli paper and the large gel plate could be used as whole sheets or cut into smaller forms. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">In the past printing experiences I have usually used acrylic paints but have also worked with other mediums like distress inks, distress oxide ink and alcohol inks. For the prints made here I used a combination of acrylic paints and distress oxide inks.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Stencils were the other tools I used for the adding the majority of the designs. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">When putting the journal together, large paper brads were used on the spine, plus some glue, to hold the covers together. A strip of leftover fabric is glued to the inside spine to hide the prongs from the brads. Some batting was added to the outside, mat board covers to add some softness to the appearence of the finished journal. Just for a tiny touch, a simple multi-colored ribbon was added for a closure to tie near the spine of the journal. </span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiLYYJVVTpGFHdzC9AGZhQMbsgzBRJSVoZZYNy1HKTpPb5J8hEhfsyZ2vx8x1Wx7H1cb11WU0AImPrwWm-WUKeRGsRF3WDUMPathfdjdfo2d7jpowRWWdql2iRhGxQMqVw3-MtuNI5XX-B6EE3xAatLlKs2cBJaOvq3jRilwtBek0E6TWIOhHd_zaYH=s688" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="688" data-original-width="500" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiLYYJVVTpGFHdzC9AGZhQMbsgzBRJSVoZZYNy1HKTpPb5J8hEhfsyZ2vx8x1Wx7H1cb11WU0AImPrwWm-WUKeRGsRF3WDUMPathfdjdfo2d7jpowRWWdql2iRhGxQMqVw3-MtuNI5XX-B6EE3xAatLlKs2cBJaOvq3jRilwtBek0E6TWIOhHd_zaYH=w291-h400" width="291" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Gel Press prints on fabric</span> </td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ90m79r1ByLzEsCdxxPL1U29qF1PYEh0FHCG-UCGy6rNzjj60Hnhd9AdJIXF_kAsq8qCngUTJ1djdjOXCUIct-nCxPDdotkZZ__zo9lG1B23T-0u-9PTe0QRGrQbNzNcBOXq7CsDteBo_nNK1xYAupYvjRPDR34Iqz-PW75vOkd0qkRLghJqjrTH9=s536" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="536" data-original-width="500" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ90m79r1ByLzEsCdxxPL1U29qF1PYEh0FHCG-UCGy6rNzjj60Hnhd9AdJIXF_kAsq8qCngUTJ1djdjOXCUIct-nCxPDdotkZZ__zo9lG1B23T-0u-9PTe0QRGrQbNzNcBOXq7CsDteBo_nNK1xYAupYvjRPDR34Iqz-PW75vOkd0qkRLghJqjrTH9=w374-h400" width="374" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Front and back covers-outside</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_F5m9W7xrxEbJPCph0zwMn5C4ZJbWXC8WQGNDYOgstsGfa-t0teEE4BuKp2kOZJG9LBjGB2USdrXiyIJ-Nh29No4Jr00ocmNL3bqhtd8-gusSM6VWRrd8H2EV549NrL29BnMfbeaTCZgQW_j5DSJXNswB8VIBj0i59X3sAoYg0xfFO8tzbyvT2CTs=s608" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="608" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_F5m9W7xrxEbJPCph0zwMn5C4ZJbWXC8WQGNDYOgstsGfa-t0teEE4BuKp2kOZJG9LBjGB2USdrXiyIJ-Nh29No4Jr00ocmNL3bqhtd8-gusSM6VWRrd8H2EV549NrL29BnMfbeaTCZgQW_j5DSJXNswB8VIBj0i59X3sAoYg0xfFO8tzbyvT2CTs=w395-h400" width="395" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Front and back inside covers</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh44_zA81HPxC_UNNVp9jS8UqXURFgS8ZwjBlzj7DvaTP0JwaTFZFVB7cjtpuDcBgqXE0je2xUd1-xTfO4pxENl88DL5BmBkaldnNzTNMi27FJPbbZsxZb3VnCvC57DNoKs000U6oYpBlnRVCJQHAKyMmUN8lcUDVvLcwxobXnHFkRfyw96qzbNO3xU=s640" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="576" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh44_zA81HPxC_UNNVp9jS8UqXURFgS8ZwjBlzj7DvaTP0JwaTFZFVB7cjtpuDcBgqXE0je2xUd1-xTfO4pxENl88DL5BmBkaldnNzTNMi27FJPbbZsxZb3VnCvC57DNoKs000U6oYpBlnRVCJQHAKyMmUN8lcUDVvLcwxobXnHFkRfyw96qzbNO3xU=w288-h320" width="288" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Outside Book Spine </span></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhQEG_5ukVFVF-MfmMVjT7P1OoPZPUfPYwE0BAbuCA-OwkSjNm3ubBjSaWTDMGWnfJOzXNZ71lBepf7ffkqHl-8X2cql8TZbZJgfqLfrg-nmlMj9JX-T3QLsq3I5DDHPgyo2kzkXjZmyGgiAGPOz2Y49QZlMdKqXO_RtGHkABsIHESYJ4GwL5pBGpmf=s814" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="814" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhQEG_5ukVFVF-MfmMVjT7P1OoPZPUfPYwE0BAbuCA-OwkSjNm3ubBjSaWTDMGWnfJOzXNZ71lBepf7ffkqHl-8X2cql8TZbZJgfqLfrg-nmlMj9JX-T3QLsq3I5DDHPgyo2kzkXjZmyGgiAGPOz2Y49QZlMdKqXO_RtGHkABsIHESYJ4GwL5pBGpmf=w236-h320" width="236" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside Book Spine</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">Inside the journal there are five signature folders made from sheets of decorative 12 x 12 card stock. <i><b> NOTE:</b> I used papers printed on one side only for two of the signature folders. </i></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Two of the folders are covered with others prints pulled from the gel press plate with cotton fabric squares. <i><b>NOTE: </b>I used a fusible adhesive to apply the fabric to the card stock.</i></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizSXsHikymZERFblSNLpYst2pgmPbvIb8mOL4-gqpSY4PApRBSuQFm-HmwTEFjig2ekQaqPKa0wnazypj7ruVU-nIWSEC4ybJe3E-x7Sr7KlDc4rAr096kW3V4Ru2ggaPnbSCy4btcfE46O4pK1ET5mNqLtSr5xgDGk_LaKFk7aLNmDZI7lQoVJrnn=s816" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="816" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizSXsHikymZERFblSNLpYst2pgmPbvIb8mOL4-gqpSY4PApRBSuQFm-HmwTEFjig2ekQaqPKa0wnazypj7ruVU-nIWSEC4ybJe3E-x7Sr7KlDc4rAr096kW3V4Ru2ggaPnbSCy4btcfE46O4pK1ET5mNqLtSr5xgDGk_LaKFk7aLNmDZI7lQoVJrnn=w400-h294" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>The remaining three signature folders are made using a double-sided decorative papers. Gel printed sheets made with the deli paper are used to decorate them. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj2MwCIg2na9WE_Rs4pkVY_Hpk3yWzsqZ5xC6qAUrE14n_Y5rM55dHisHy8pDolxbwNgXFEfP1dXOAJRwJBdkN4sfTTROYMZvYwDXlXrYaFgJUlyXhv_VXL01xtTNQJbw8GKfeqxeHPl3NeAfnc3UKhz-IcvZyCI6UNnxCCW5ZERmb-WG3Oi2Zta1oJ=s848" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="848" data-original-width="600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj2MwCIg2na9WE_Rs4pkVY_Hpk3yWzsqZ5xC6qAUrE14n_Y5rM55dHisHy8pDolxbwNgXFEfP1dXOAJRwJBdkN4sfTTROYMZvYwDXlXrYaFgJUlyXhv_VXL01xtTNQJbw8GKfeqxeHPl3NeAfnc3UKhz-IcvZyCI6UNnxCCW5ZERmb-WG3Oi2Zta1oJ=w283-h400" width="283" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="678" height="283" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKUCWs22l4n7BVFmIVG0Vx_gz8dLoObUvkxdR6fuOxzVf1loIUEUY96JofXJYXzDeHDOm9kJijQQ0oSuAc1SExdVDzmURcnrSP88z8EQPKXD9_fsY6WIGInGDy8pLl54rRIOJNg0LHKEXUU7UZH2MZeoe-obW-IPd2UqhgwuTrTGdRW5Ik-oX0BfeX=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Seven journal inserts - 5 folders, 2 notebooks</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">It was a fun to be a part of this collaboration. <br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Links to information on everything Gel Press:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/GelPress">Gel Press YouTube</a><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/gelpress1">Gel Press Facebook</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gelpress/">Gel Press Instagram</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/gelpress/_created/">Gel Press Pinterest </a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Materials</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://www.sizzix.com/665589/sizzix-scoreboards-plus-die-full-size-journal-by-eileen-hull">Eileen Hull Full size Journal</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://gelpress.com/product/10803/">Gel Press Plate</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://store.thecraftersworkshop.com">TCW stencils</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Acrylic paints</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Distress Oxide inks</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Brayer </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Mat board</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Cotton fabric squares</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Deli paper sheets</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative card stock </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Gel medium </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Adhesive sheets</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Fusible iron-on adhesive</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Fabric glue</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Large paper brads</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Bias tape/ribbon</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Elastic</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Assorted tiny embellishments (buttons)</span></p><p><br /></p>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993587973805828758.post-71589686783856377102021-12-22T13:48:00.000-06:002021-12-22T13:48:36.630-06:00A Christmas Star Shines <p><span style="font-family: arial;">To continue with the theme of "little and small" good things, and one more share of "Comfort & Joy" for Eileen Hull's Fan Club.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgd14j1Plh6xIj6RgvnMoyJmsVsNeQvidUZW8PE7I9jfYxmjO9icf3hz2X2le7kvkeIT1POfubNYHPXxDlj5fVz3Ff5v6vc8khxw1e3BGWEyVgpudVWJeVrtP6CCkSXjxx6MW8cSOZxja1bX0d-26WUZx9czXtywC3lRmuzjaWxtr7YsxOMpG8XGELg=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgd14j1Plh6xIj6RgvnMoyJmsVsNeQvidUZW8PE7I9jfYxmjO9icf3hz2X2le7kvkeIT1POfubNYHPXxDlj5fVz3Ff5v6vc8khxw1e3BGWEyVgpudVWJeVrtP6CCkSXjxx6MW8cSOZxja1bX0d-26WUZx9czXtywC3lRmuzjaWxtr7YsxOMpG8XGELg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>So on "Christmas Eve Eve" here's an idea for making a small star book before the holiday celebrations start!</span><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjsXKYzGyNDKaXhFdUFLmCdOwVRTgLbtvnm98b0_ThbzKSh31m96wJqgR1QogWyK_iY86X1asn4d6mUiUIuEMysChtRyB7Y_bugD3bs1q1ja6liRYHevEluuJXErDRIi2KSyNGTNWWFcgEFQN1mhktAM-cHpVLCjLCqgyXaJMF9YGELYxMcfuaPuosw=s800" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="732" height="586" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjsXKYzGyNDKaXhFdUFLmCdOwVRTgLbtvnm98b0_ThbzKSh31m96wJqgR1QogWyK_iY86X1asn4d6mUiUIuEMysChtRyB7Y_bugD3bs1q1ja6liRYHevEluuJXErDRIi2KSyNGTNWWFcgEFQN1mhktAM-cHpVLCjLCqgyXaJMF9YGELYxMcfuaPuosw=w537-h586" width="537" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b><u>Materials</u></b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Tiny book die</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Glitter paper </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Decorative papers, assorted (3)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Ribbon, closure</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Double sided tape, 1/8" or 1/4"</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Various flat embellishments</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">From chosen papers, cut a cover. ( I used a gold glitter corrugated card stock because it was sturdy but still flexible.) Insert pages are cut from decorative paper sheets. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cut the papers for the inserts with the tiny book die and the trim accordingly to create the folded pages. NOTE: I cut papers for 5 pages. This is a tiny book and thinner papers work best when layering them for the star effect. Cut papers one at a time, instead of stacking together, so the crease does not cut through. ***On mat board it would create a score line for folding that you don't need for this project.</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><b>Sizes for the papers for the folded inserts are:</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Make 5 sets with 3 layers</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">3” x 4 7/8”</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">3” x 4 1/4”</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">2 3/4” x 3 3/4”</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEieqXzkZSBUJWpVAR8px6E736gLSiZtxXE0P_kYVsVyP8GwFH2UGkVSpXHBcgU7PjOsxz5M996KVN7wAWifm-kVik2BmBlS1VIiM_H5wELpXTMx7keAeIkbI39BX0xzpSkRDLdYcFiOVpkh0IQraBJLQOnDs_U7EWjFNEJHms-Mr9dvtsa_DtEzsMbm=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="448" data-original-width="640" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEieqXzkZSBUJWpVAR8px6E736gLSiZtxXE0P_kYVsVyP8GwFH2UGkVSpXHBcgU7PjOsxz5M996KVN7wAWifm-kVik2BmBlS1VIiM_H5wELpXTMx7keAeIkbI39BX0xzpSkRDLdYcFiOVpkh0IQraBJLQOnDs_U7EWjFNEJHms-Mr9dvtsa_DtEzsMbm=w400-h280" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Use a scoring tool to crease down the center of the cover piece (The fold line will run down the center between the 2 original scoring lines.) </li></ul></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSQ1XVR7mLXzV9XTgIGd10RUGkji_ygVrkJsDsGozKIDd0IV4kZPC6UfjGm4Wqj8KzH8N-1xU4dgy5WIaSxEH0if8g4_nZd0KYZPfaXBNnAan4lO-yNnYBTKOUWmXiF21A2aLKWzDoE6diJWJ9kveW8_oVD1k9GjS5CGmXpqa5uOHe5YQgg7F2s_Ox=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="640" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSQ1XVR7mLXzV9XTgIGd10RUGkji_ygVrkJsDsGozKIDd0IV4kZPC6UfjGm4Wqj8KzH8N-1xU4dgy5WIaSxEH0if8g4_nZd0KYZPfaXBNnAan4lO-yNnYBTKOUWmXiF21A2aLKWzDoE6diJWJ9kveW8_oVD1k9GjS5CGmXpqa5uOHe5YQgg7F2s_Ox=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">There are many places to find instructions and ideas for making star books online. If more detailed instructions are needed refer to finding videos online on You Tube or other sources.</span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Each of the three cut papers for each of the five sections will go together the same way. The sides edges can be glued or use double sided 1/8" tape to connect them all. </span></li></ul><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEivGpw_rCkhCF8Tp2r-E1IE16tDh2-jb1g4E2sRiq7cwaa6DhAKZQ1a4_kgqDGpREq4on79NXAQl3vWwwPHC65G5QsN3eQvZcmtFE2zatHNjzkTniOVnznG0dJbq0IuI3CbkisC7wpPNGxWseDGot9m2RpoXbKh3Grfu5BxwQLX3QtppcZ_6dEqtdw1=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="460" data-original-width="640" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEivGpw_rCkhCF8Tp2r-E1IE16tDh2-jb1g4E2sRiq7cwaa6DhAKZQ1a4_kgqDGpREq4on79NXAQl3vWwwPHC65G5QsN3eQvZcmtFE2zatHNjzkTniOVnznG0dJbq0IuI3CbkisC7wpPNGxWseDGot9m2RpoXbKh3Grfu5BxwQLX3QtppcZ_6dEqtdw1=w400-h288" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSUB80W-ME8HB0qT0twnPvifJpN1hZbIZZmF2wDBeEYduenUV2VCqmeHxyt6Dqs6LuCUm6tYR7HtnMZrxUA1e7JU-pGjR7iuupB1nJU_qd3N7KqVGD1d-cTKk6I6fGhNSnoHRZj_4nvTiXNml4TCW9Vf_CM27w9uU2cWGUv0Gbek_a375x6WrYKtX1=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="588" data-original-width="640" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSUB80W-ME8HB0qT0twnPvifJpN1hZbIZZmF2wDBeEYduenUV2VCqmeHxyt6Dqs6LuCUm6tYR7HtnMZrxUA1e7JU-pGjR7iuupB1nJU_qd3N7KqVGD1d-cTKk6I6fGhNSnoHRZj_4nvTiXNml4TCW9Vf_CM27w9uU2cWGUv0Gbek_a375x6WrYKtX1=w400-h368" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">When all five sections are complete, connect each of the five sections with either tape or glue along the outer edges, before adding the layered five page section to the cover. </span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7WffoF70RwM68IuLXc5XmdK6mM_reKVrIbM_UI2KCOdQnnXGdWjB8wRXg9tvinuUkMn0YW-nJdV5N0cbF7e9d1B7lqH5TJvKiZV9Ur_YSAEUvp5st_v5jqwJ2xRC0MpE3UWas0DgHcctda_mxN564pMRrrwrs4l6uMJxhXLXgMvrGkkazjowv9nJ2=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="583" data-original-width="640" height="365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7WffoF70RwM68IuLXc5XmdK6mM_reKVrIbM_UI2KCOdQnnXGdWjB8wRXg9tvinuUkMn0YW-nJdV5N0cbF7e9d1B7lqH5TJvKiZV9Ur_YSAEUvp5st_v5jqwJ2xRC0MpE3UWas0DgHcctda_mxN564pMRrrwrs4l6uMJxhXLXgMvrGkkazjowv9nJ2=w400-h365" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhsGnB4ii7a6X-U4NFWOJ0HWbYqaMLp5UaJvTwWAeEYBeY-tgOjZlNYOhUeIWumVjMwPjLm0GN2g8Yz06vjQLKqVCsL9jW8x9ijwS7TlS3wb0MIyRvwIfQE1709RF3xzAHGAbdUKmIbRVCgiqeXieUTQxHnjCP4XRyv6eQ1V16kCBAobST72G0A7juE=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="553" data-original-width="640" height="346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhsGnB4ii7a6X-U4NFWOJ0HWbYqaMLp5UaJvTwWAeEYBeY-tgOjZlNYOhUeIWumVjMwPjLm0GN2g8Yz06vjQLKqVCsL9jW8x9ijwS7TlS3wb0MIyRvwIfQE1709RF3xzAHGAbdUKmIbRVCgiqeXieUTQxHnjCP4XRyv6eQ1V16kCBAobST72G0A7juE=w400-h346" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Decorate the pages as desired with flat embellishments like small die-cut images or stamped words or verses. </li></ul></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyuW3CHHQT_JakM6cW6zA_W_qAUZabTDQ_HI92JIrua5UBFgDqN_5rzbitDFOMOe6RvRq1xqZb3JVWvpt_e5thGty4xm_0pBkoy5O8TiK3vbDV8qnY3fCxTa7x44k9H8Mz7JliLsqxIfBSE6_9T0t7HeQjWkNzQdrtIz44qlNOxY55bSs1QeimKyBD=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="577" data-original-width="640" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjyuW3CHHQT_JakM6cW6zA_W_qAUZabTDQ_HI92JIrua5UBFgDqN_5rzbitDFOMOe6RvRq1xqZb3JVWvpt_e5thGty4xm_0pBkoy5O8TiK3vbDV8qnY3fCxTa7x44k9H8Mz7JliLsqxIfBSE6_9T0t7HeQjWkNzQdrtIz44qlNOxY55bSs1QeimKyBD=w512-h462" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The book can be opened to form the shape of a star. The ribbon tie can be used to hold the book open as well as a closure. A tiny clip can be added to help in holding the book open if so desired. By using a flexible type of cardstock for the cover will make the opening of the book and folding the covers back easier.<br /><br /></span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibzNHg6ISWt9wkaBlSJMHHUhS49ru7h2ruvuJfyo4L6qFewmHSNQrDWNZbM-JHSWhPf51cPDYc02TvQbSdYD7IcM_KI0zSadreX1gIKdUkEFBm8zbqpt9AM6nWUXtykrvVuSuXnyzuViWaW5NqCy7spTbxVQo2kpK1ikR_VHdIpqkQ0cf0g5uvhTk4=s640" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="597" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibzNHg6ISWt9wkaBlSJMHHUhS49ru7h2ruvuJfyo4L6qFewmHSNQrDWNZbM-JHSWhPf51cPDYc02TvQbSdYD7IcM_KI0zSadreX1gIKdUkEFBm8zbqpt9AM6nWUXtykrvVuSuXnyzuViWaW5NqCy7spTbxVQo2kpK1ikR_VHdIpqkQ0cf0g5uvhTk4=w374-h400" width="374" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p></div></div>madelinesthoughtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00384537134686022979noreply@blogger.com1