Seaside Gift Card - Spellbinders Large Die of the Month April19

Spellbinders  - Large Die  for April 2019

Leave it to Spellbinders to design a fabulous and practical die set that can be used as a card, tag set, and gift card holder.  So many ways to use this - I chose to create a decorative envelop for a slide out card.  

The envelope was gussied up with the embellishment dies from the set - the gift tag die and the fringe die.  

Here is a photo of the die set.  Don't let the image of the die confuse you

Large Die of the Month Membership

from: Spellbinders / FSJ

Here is a photo of the die set.  Don't let the image of the die confuse you.  Once you see the die in use, you'll smile and realize this is easy, useful for so many occasions and very very cool.  

Here is a helpful video produced by Spellbinders to show you how to use the die.

"How to" Video

 

Here is the video I created to show you what my project looks like.  It's so hard to see and appreciate in photos.  

Video 

This is an image of the tag and envelope separated.  I opted to use the ship as the flip top of the card.  You can also see the tassel looks worn from years of sun, wind and salt water.  The hemp cord and cheesecloth are extra seaworthy touches. 

My paper choice for this project is from Craft Box UK - Seaside Stories.  It's a soft, flowing, peaceful collection perfect for the vision of my card set. 

Craft Box - Seaside Stories -12x12 paper pack

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Large Die of the Month     Membership from: Spellbinders / FSJ

Large Die of the Month Membership from: Spellbinders / FSJ/>

Craft Box -Seaside Stories  - 12x12 paper pack

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Past Club Kits - Limited Offer

Beach Passport Mini Album

Passbook to the Ocean

The ocean is my favorite place, my quiet retreat to peace and tranquility and a place to wash away the stress of life.  

Creative Embellishments has the most amazing assortment of chipboard pieces that are perfect for any beach or ocean themed project.  I created a mini-album (Passbook) for my recent ocean vacation and accented using the following Creative Embellishments chipboard pieces:

Creative Embellishments - Sea Horses

Creative Embellishments - Seashells

Creative Embellishments Tag Set2 (mini tags)

Creative Embellishments - Fishnet Hearts

Creative Embellishments - Dream Word Set

Creative Embellishments - Beach Word Set1

Creative Embellishments - Together Frame Set

Creative Embellishments - Lighthouse Set of 4

The mini-album/Pasbook was made using the following die:
Sizzix - Eileen Hull -Vintage Travel Collection Passbook die . The beautiful paper used on the book is from Stamperia  - Sea Land collection.

Most of the chipboard pieces used throughout the Passbook has been lightly dabbed with a whitewash (water added to paint) of acrylic paint and some blue ink for a weathered and worn look.  I absolutely love the effect for the sea.

The image above shows some decorative tags created for the inside the Passbook for journal entries or memories. Below are the chipboard pieces used on the tag:.

Creative Embellishments - Seashells

Creative Embellishments Tag Set2 (mini tags)

Creative Embellishments - Beach Word Set1

The Creative Embellishments - Dream Word Set was used for the front of the Passbook.  

The next set of tags and fold out pages for the book are accented using the following chipboard pieces:
Creative Embellishments - Sea Horses

Creative Embellishments - Fishnet Hearts

Creative Embellishments - Together Frame Set

Creative Embellishments - Lighthouse Set of 4

These are fold out pages for the Passbook mini-album. They provide extra room within the album for small photos and such.  The chipboard is light weight so it doesn't hold down the pages like rocks.  Scroll down and I'll show you how I painted the lighthouse.    

The lighthouse is my favorite piece of chipboard in my album.  I adore it and will share how I made it in one easy image below.  Super easy and super effective for an old sea battered and weather worn lighthouse. 

This is the final fold out page within my book. I can add a little photo to the frame when the time comes.  

Where to shop? 

You can shop for Creative Embellishment chipboard and products right here .

Thanks for stopping here.  

Products Used on This:

Creative Embellishments - Sea Horses

Creative Embellishments - Seashells

Creative Embellishments Tag Set2 (mini tags)

Creative Embellishments - Fishnet Hearts

Creative Embellishments - Dream Word Set

Creative Embellishments - Beach Word Set1

Creative Embellishments - Together Frame Set

Creative Embellishments - Lighthouse Set of 4

Sizzix - Eileen Hull -Vintage Travel Collection Passbook die sz-660331

Stamperia paper  

Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Ink -Walnut Stain

Stamperia paper - Sea Land 12x12 collection

Gorgeous Doily Dies - Part 2

Spellbinders  - Fleur de Circle Die- Part 2

Spellbinders has a large assortment of gorgeous, fun and interesting dies that have recently been released.  If you haven't stopped by their store lately, you're in for a treat. 

As a Spellblogger, I had an opportunity to use of few of the new dies. I am having so much fun using the Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur de Circle-by Stacey Caron , I decided to do a "Part Two" post showcasing how gorgeous this die set is.  

Part One can be found here.  This is the card from "Part One". 

And of course, beautiful paper is essential for a beautiful card.  I chose Graphic 45's  "Portrait of a Lady".  It's soft, elegant and really helps showcase the gorgeous Spellbinder dies.  - You can be inspired by more Graphic 45 creations on their blog.  

Today I'm showing the same die just decorated and embellished differently.  I used the Graphic 45 - Portrait of a Lady Collection  on both cards.  Incidentally, the card above was Graphic 45's post of the week (May 25 2017) so that's very cool news.  

One addition to this card is the use of  Spellbinders Shapabilities Foliage Flourish tucked into the floral cluster 

Here is a better angle to see how cool the Spellbinders Shapabilities Foliage Flourish looks tucked into the florals.  It provides an airy feel to the card. 

I used some spectacular Petaloo flowers on this card to gussy it up:   

Petaloo Flowers -Darjeeling Mini Garden Rosettes in Cream 

Petaloo Flowers - Botanicas Mini Flowers in  Coral

Petaloo Flowers -Darjeeling Garden Rosettes in Green 

Petaloo Flowers -Botanica Spring Berry Cluster in Peach and Green 

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Thanks for stopping here today. I value your time. 

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Spellbinders Products:
Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur De Circle-by Stacey Caron S5-276
Spellbinders Shapabilities Foliage Flourish- S4-430
Graphic 45 - Portrait of a Lady Collection -  8x8 paper pad
Petaloo Flowers -Darjeeling Mini Garden Rosettes in Cream -1492-105
Petaloo Flowers - Botanicas Mini Flowers in  Coral 1105-101
Petaloo Flowers -Darjeeling Garden Rosettes in Green 1492-107
Petaloo Flowers -Botanica Spring Berry Cluster in Peach and Green -1105-106
Hemp Cord
Lime Green Ribbon
Tim Holtz - Walnut Stain Distress Ink

Card -Tag or Gift Card Holder - With Spellbinders

Doily Die - Part One

Spellbinders has a large assortment of gorgeous, fun and interesting dies that have recently been released.  If you haven't stopped by their store lately, you're in for a treat. 

As a Spellblogger, I had an opportunity to use of few of the new dies. 

 I'd like to share what I made with these new releases paired with some not so new releases.  

Just to give you a little information, the two new dies I used are shown below:  : 

Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur De Circle-by Stacey Caron 

Spellbinders Shapeabilities Fretwork Pocket Etched Dies

This post is Part One featuring this particular Doily die.  You can find Part Two here.  

I'll start out showcasing the Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur De Circle-by Stacey Caron .  This die is the graceful and gorgeous doily used as the focal point of my card.  I also used it for the tag on the inside, but we will. get to that in a bit.

The white circle backing behind the decorative doily is also from the same die set - thus perfectly designed to fit behind the doily and make it really pop on your project.

My paper choice on this project is Graphic 45's Portrait of a Lady.  I used the 8x8 pad.  Just gorgeous. Incidentally, the card above was Graphic 45's post of the week (May 25 2017) so that's very cool news.  

 I topped the doily with a cool Die D-Lite, Spellbinders Die D-Lites Symbology Frame and added some perfectly coordinated flowers from Petaloo: Darjeeling Mini Garden Rosettes in Cream  and Petaloo's  Botanicas Mini Flowers in  Coral .

Don't you just love the scalloped edges on this card?  They were created using one of my favorite edge dies from Spellbinders,  This die gussies up any card.   Spellbinders Card Creator A2 Scalloped Borders One-S5-182

As promised at the beginning of the blog post, I want to share how cool the Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur De Circle-by Stacey Caron  is as a tag inside my card. 

I left space in the center section to add a personal sentiment or note. 

The inside of the card has a pocket created by using the newly released Spellbinders Shapeabilities Fretwork Pocket Etched Die. Very cool indeed.  

The pocket is handy for storing a tag or gift card even.  

The last  image is a close up of the inside pocket and the accompanying tag.  

If you are interested in learning more about being a Spellblogger, click here for all the information to set you on your way. .   

 Shop for Spellbinders  products and visit their blog for daily inspiration. 

Thanks for stopping here today. I value your time. 

#NeverStopMaking  #Spellbinders 

Spellbinders Products:
Spellbinders Card Creator A2 Scalloped Borders One-S5-182
Spellbinders Die D-Lites Symbology Frame S2-144
Spellbinders Nestabilities - Rouge Royale Deux Collection - Fleur De Circle-by Stacey Caron S5-276
Spellbinders Shapeabilities Fretwork Pocket Etched Dies-S4-734
Graphic 45 - Portrait of a Lady Collection -  8x8 paper pad
Petaloo Flowers -Darjeeling Mini Garden Rosettes in Cream -1492-105
Petaloo Flowers - Botanicas Mini Flowers in  Coral 1105-101
Gold Pearl Adhesives

Flying Unicorns Tag - Using Studio 75

Flying Unicorn's Delicate Surprise

The April Unicorn kit , Your Passion Your Art, had some gorgeous treats. It featured Studio75 Secret Garden collection.  

I made a little tag to share today. 

Incidentally:  ( The May kit is up for pre-sale on the 20th  - don't wait.  A great kit in such popular demand doesn't last long.  

If you missed the Flying Unicorn Kit this month, consider grabbing the kits when they are available for pre-order on the 20th of every month.  You get a great preview of the entire kit and have a few payment options.   You can find all the details right here.  

Thanks for stopping here.  Enjoy Frank Garcia's collections! You can find the Tales of You & Me collection right here.  You can find Frank's other collections here as well and all the other fun Prima goodies at the Flying Unicorns Store. 

Don't forget to check out the ETSY shop.  

Products:

Flying Unicorn Kit for April

Studio75 - Secret Garden collection

June Small Art Big Passion - Tag/Card

Flying Unicorn Small Art Big Passion

I know I have said this before...but I love the Small Art Big Passion mini kit that is available each month.  I do think it is my favorite part of all the Kits offered.  You can make a months worth of cards, tags, small gifts and something for yourself. 

The Small Art Big Passion never fails to have amazing embellishments and papers and fascinating items in the package. The Petaloo Flowers this month are soft and wispy feeling. 

This month a tag  and envelope came in the kit.  I decided to make a quick tag set - or maybe a gift card set.   Super easy and done in about 10 min.   I have my steps below. 

Turned the tag into a little note card..a Petaloo flower, some punched leaves, twine and BoBunny journal cards.  Done!

I took one of the BoBunny journal cards and bent it to make a flap.  I used the flap and the folk on my tag.  

If you missed the kit this month, you may want to think about pre-ordering.  Each month, the pre-order option is available starting the 20th of the month.    There are sneak previews of the kits so you get a chance to have a feel for what may lurk inside.  Per-orders only last 48 hours.

Join the Unicorn magic on Facebook where you can share your wonderful art.


Supplies:
June Flying Unicorns Small Art Big Passion
BoBunny Paper Collection and Chipboard
Tim Holtz Distress Ink -Vintage
Hemp Twine
Petaloo Flowers
Bo Bunny Stamp

Prima and Pink Paislee as a Tag Team with the Color Wash Collection

Prima and Pink Paislee are having a whole lot of fun together as a perfect match. 

Prima Marketing and Pink Paislee have paired up products for some added fun. Today we feature some wonderful embellishments from Prima to coordinate with Pink Paislee's Color Wash collection: light, breezy, soft,  like a splash of water color on the page with Prima products to make it pop. 

 I really love the Pink Paislee pastels because they have a calming effect on me. These are pastel perfection when mixed with the softness of Prima embellishments.  They make a spectacular pairing.

The Prima Team decided to make some tags with a theme of "Watercolor Fun". 

You can find the fun on Social Media using these hashtags: #watercolorfun and #primapinkpaisleswap

I used a whole lot of Prima embellishments as accents: 

 Prima Resins Butterflies, Prima Say It In Crystals mini  pearl flourishes, Prima Wood Icon Embellishments -Words, Prima Soubrette White Flowers, and Prima Delight Brads. 

I decided to keep the wood embellishments natural with no ink or mist.  They look very delicate that way on my tag.

The seam binding used at the top of the tag as well as the ribbon at the bottom were both misted with Heidi Swapp Color Shine Mist  in Blush - from Pink Paislee.  Why the difference in color ?  The seam binding at the top was a cream color which resulted in a cream-sickle orange.  YUM.  

The orange pulls out the color from the Pink Paislee Color Wash Vellum Banners.  

Thanks so much for joining me today! Be sure to follow Prima this week for more great inspiration.  You can find Prima here:

Twitter: @Prima_Marketing
Instagram: #primamarketinginc
Prima’s Blog: www.prima.typepad.comFacebook: Prima Marketing

You can follow Pink Paislee here.

#watercolorfun and #primapinkpaisleswap

Supplies:

Watercolor Fun Tag
569945 Prima Resins Butterflies
570378 Prima Say It In Crystals
569907 Prima Wood Icon Embellishments -Words
561574 Prima Soubrette White Flowers
950903 Prima Delight Brads
PP01031 Pink Paislee Color Wash Collection -Brilliant Paper
PP01037 Pink Paislee Color Wash Collection 6x6pad
PP01041 Pink Paislee Color Wash Embelishment Frames
PP01038 Pink Paislee Color Wash Collection - Banners
HS01082 Heidi Swapp Color Shine -Mist - Blush
PP0153 Pink Paislee Stickers - Letters
Pink Paislee LOVE tag
Other Supplies: oval die cut, seam binding, ribbon, cardstock, edge punch
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